In the heart of Ludlow, Bell Cottage offers a charming retreat with period features and modern comforts. Unwind in the secluded walled garden, complete with seating area and sun-kissed gravelled courtyard. Inside, find a cozy lounge with log burner and SMART TV for relaxing evenings by the fire.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ludlow centre, period town cottage with pet friendly garden & free parking
Bell Cottage is a period town cottage in the very centre of Ludlow, less than two minutes walk from all the shops, pubs, restaurants and Ludlow Castle. Set over two floors and with a beautiful secluded garden, the cottage has been tastefully refurbished, yet is still packed with period features. A perfect base for staying in Britain's loveliest old market town. The accommodation provides 2 bedrooms, one with a king sized bed and one with a double bed and attached dressing room. Lounge with log burner and leather furniture, SMART TV, free WI-FI, DAB radios in kitchen and bedrooms.. Well equipped kitchen with full range of appliances and a dresser, pantry and farmhouse table and chairs. Contemporary ground floor shower room. Secluded enclosed walled garden safe for pets, which is south facing and gets the sun all day. Gas central heating throughout complimented by real log burner, initial stock of logs supplied. Bed linen and towels included. Pets welcome free of charge (maximum of 2). Sorry no smoking allowed in the property. On street free parking is available 30 - 100 metres from the cottage, or anywhere in the red zone parking area. You need to provide me with your car registration and I will include your car on the cottage parking permit. You won't need to display anything in the car as it's all done electronically.
The cottage is set over two floors and has two large bedrooms, one with a king sized bed and one with a double bed. There is also a dressing room with a dressing table, large wardrobe and chest of draws. The comfortable sitting room leads to a well-equipped kitchen which has a farmhouse table for dining. This leads to a walled garden which has a seating area for relaxing. The garden is south facing and is quite a sun trap as it gets the sun most of the day. We have enjoyed many summer days relaxing out with a drink or having something to eat. It is laid with gravel with plant containers and beds with shrubs and is very pet-friendly. Sitting in the walled garden enjoying a drink, it's easy to forget that all the shops, markets and restaurants of Ludlow are less than two minutes walk away. It would be hard to find a more convenient spot.
Ludlow is a beautiful market town, perched on a hill with the River Teme curling around the foot of the hill and an ancient Norman castle at the very centre. The town is full of history but also full of life - there's always something going on, either events at the Castle or regular markets/fairs in the town centre. It lies in one of the most unspoilt and tranquil stretches of the British countryside; the Welsh Marches. It provides a great location to explore the Shropshire Hills and to visit the historic towns and villages of Shropshire, Herefordshire and the Welsh borders. There are many local countryside walks such as on the Whitcliff, along the River Teme and in Mortimer Forest, which is also excellent for hiking and biking. Ludlow has many events occurring all year, in particular the renowned Food Festival held every September, a Summer Arts Festival and the Christmas Medieval Fair. Weekly markets are held every day except Tuesday and antique fairs take place regularly. It is also famous for the wide choice of high quality specialty food shops and eating places from bistros to restaurants serving local produce such as meat, cheese, pies, chocolates and beers. Ludlow has its own brewery and is well served by good pubs serving cask ales. Further afield, Berrington Hall and grounds which is a National Trust property is well worth a visit.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city center
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a river
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No burning of candles are allowed in the house , this is to comply with fire regulations
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: up to 2 medium sized dogs
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Ludlow, this cottage is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitcliffe Common Nature Reserve and Shropshire Hills, while Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre and Land of the Lost Content Museum are cultural highlights. South Shropshire Leisure Centre and Ludlow Food Centre are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Visit our Ludlow travel guide
Is Ludlow centre, period town cottage with pet friendly garden & free parking pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Ludlow centre, period town cottage with pet friendly garden & free parking?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ludlow centre, period town cottage with pet friendly garden & free parking?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ludlow centre, period town cottage with pet friendly garden & free parking located?
Located in the heart of Ludlow, this cottage is steps from Castle Lodge, Ludlow Market Square, and Ludlow Castle. Church of St Laurence and Whitcliffe Common Nature Reserve are also within 15 minutes. Ludlow Station is 10 minutes by foot.
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We always go to Ludlow for the Spring Fayre and this year we stayed at this lovely Cottage just outside the square it was homely, clean had everything you needed - will definitely go again x
Lovely well equipped cottage in excellent location.Great communic ation with host who left welcome bottle of wine and milk in fridge.Comfortable and warm and all ammenities a few minutes walk away.Parking nearby,permit pre arranged by host.Wouldn't hesitate to reccommend.
A return visit to this lovely cottage with our dog Pippa. Ideal position for all needs and plenty of nearby free parking courtesy of our hosts - will be coming back
A super cosy, immaculately clean cottage close to shops and excellent pubs where you can get delicious food and excellent service. The host is helpful and there were treats on arrival. I would strongly recommend this place.
Bell Cottage is in an ideal location for a stay in Ludlow. It's comfy, warm and all the attractions of the town (one of my favourite places) are no more than 5 minutes away. We hope to be back!
The location is superb, very near the market and town centre but still quiet. The beds are very comfortable with plenty of storage space for clothes. The kitchen is very well equipped for self catering. Excellent bathroom with superb shower. There is a lovely little back garden with table and seating for alfresco dining and there is an efficient and easy to use heating system with a wood burning g stove, which we did not have to use this time.The property is clean and tidy throughout. Overall a pleasant happy stay and we will definitely be returning.
Once we got to grips with the traffic flow on arrival and parked up everything else was on foot which made a pleasant change from what we’re used to. Our 3 night stay was spent walking and visiting pretty much every shop looking for bargains and stopping occasionally for coffee and cake . Each evening we had multiple choices for pub meals all of which were great. Our host was very helpful and we wanted for nothing and the accommodation at Rose cottage was sublime Great fun for us and our dog
Had a Lovely 3 night stay with our 2 dogs. The cottage is spotlessly clean and has everything one needs. Location is perfect for all the town has to offer including a great market, lots of pubs, bars and cafes together with the Assembly Rooms where we caught the matinee performance of the panto which we really enjoyed. This is our second visit to Bell Cottage and I'm certain it won't be our last.
We had an amazing time in Bell Cottage!
It was spotlessly clean and so well-equipped
The cottage was beautiful and in a perfect location - we didn’t need the car as everything was in walking distance.
Debbie couldn’t have been a more helpful host and we
We stayed at Debbie's place for several weeks. The location of the cottage could not be beaten, close to the centre of town, with Ludlow itself proving to be a great town for exploring the region. The cottage itself was well-equipped and ideal for our needs as a couple, though the living spaces could be a little tight for 4 adults. Unfortunately the weather was not overly kind so we were unable to make full use of the garden area! Debbie was a very responsive and flexible host. Would definitely recommend.
It’s lovely, everything you could need and all facilities. Fantastic shower. Very clean no problems. Suit 4 people, 2 couples probably. Lovely dressing room to back bedroom. Beds were super smart & clean.
We had a small problem with back door key and a kitchen light switch as soon as we told Debbie there was someone there very quickly indeed. Parking permit was a great bonus included. Would return to this cottage.
It could be lovely. It needs some investment. The kitchen was grubby. The knobs on the cooker were greasy and covered in dust, as were the light switches and sockets, the skirting in the bathroom ,the towel radiator ( I cleaned) and the lamp shades in the kitchen and hall way at the back of the house. I cleaned the cooker switches lampshade in the kitchen. Cobwebbs. The window latches are loose. It needs some TLC. We enjoyed our stay in Ludlow. A pretty town. Friendly people and in a beautiful part of the country.
A beautifully appointed cottage offering a real home from home experience situated in the heart of Ludlow being a stone’s throw from the Market Square and a grand pub.
Bell Cottage is a lovely property located close to the centre of Ludlow and all that the town has to offer. It has been tastefully modernised whilst sympathetic to the period in which it was built. It is warm, comfortable and well equipped. There is ample parking just around the corner and the host is helpful and responsive.