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The most relaxing base to explore the Long Mynd

Stay in our superbly equipped, comfortable Shropshire holiday cottage,  literally a minute's walk from this incredible view.

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The Holt at Church Stretton

Welcome to The Holt at Church Stretton

A luxurious and comfortable "home from home" experience for extended families, walkers and explorers.

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Comfortable

Fitted out to 5 star standards but with an emphasis on comfort. We want you to kick off your muddy boots, curl up by the fire or raise a glass on the terrace and RELAX.

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Spacious

We have permanent bed space for seven adults as well as a double sofa bed, several pull out beds and a cot, on request, to help your unique group to have fun together.

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Well equipped

No more holidays with rubbish knives and inadequate towels! We've thought of everything so you can explore the countryside, then come home and entertain.

An Unbeatable Location

The Holt Shropshire holiday cottage is located at the top of Burway Road, in Church Stretton. It is the last house before the cattle grid which divides Church Stretton from the Long Mynd. Walk left out of the drive and in a few minutes you are in a bustling historic market town, turn right and within one minute you're breathing in the glory of Cardingmill Valley.

Photo showing the front fence and drive of The Holt holiday cottage, leading out on to the Burway, with the cattle grid to the Long Mynd National Park just metres away and the hills close behind.
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Stylish But Practical Accommodation

We have gone to every effort to give our guests a comfortable, relaxed time.

This image shows the kitchen table end of the kitchen at The Holt at Church Stretton. This image shows a maple oval table with chairs around it, and spare chairs in the corners, with a breakfast set out on the table, a white coffee set and some pastries. Behind are double French windows onto a terrace with long cream curtains either side. You can see that the view on the terrace is of a large hill in The Long Mynd and lots of trees.
A kingsize metal framed bed with two cream bedside cupboards, a biscuit coloured carpet and some decorative pictures on the walls behind. The bed is made up with cream and gold linen and has two sets of gold and brown fluffy towels. This is the main bed in the family room at The Holt at Church Stretton.
Image shows one end of a large through lounge diner with a big picture window across the back and a door to a terrace on the right. The floors are dark real wood and there is a bright coloured rug in the middle. An L shaped dark grey sofa with cushions and two large IKEA chairs are the main elements, with two side tables, a foot pouffe. There are two large dresser cupboards on the side wall. You can just see a fireplace to the right. This is the sofa end of the main living space at The Holt at Church Stretton.
Image of the window sides of the large kitchen diner at The Holt at Church Stretton. The image shows white under counter units and wooden worktops, a fridge, freezer, oven, microwave, sink and dishwasher and some cupboards. The room is light and airy and has two large windows in this image.
Image shows an open bottle of champagne and two glasses full of bubbles on a glass table with a small purple decorative plant. Behind are chairs and a flower planter. The image is taken on the terrace of The Holt at Church Stretton and the photo shows the terrace fencing and then picturesque views of trees and rolling hills of The Long Mynd in the distance.
A kingsize bed with two bedside cupboards and a chest of drawers, all pine. The bed is made up with cream and gold linen and has two sets of gold and brown fluffy towels. This is the bed in the kingsize room at The Holt at Church Stretton.
Image shows the dining end of a lounge diner with our back to the window and a dining table in view. The floors are dark real wood and there is a bright coloured rug. You can see the dark grey sofa and an IKEA chairs and behind is a large beech coloured table and six chairs. Cushions and pictures have bright red accents. The angle taken is from the terrace door in the main living space at The Holt at Church Stretton.
This image shows the utility side of the kitchen at The Holt at Church Stretton. This image includes the dishwasher and sink from the window side photo, and pans round to show more white cupboards under the counter and a wall cupboard full of crockery. You can also see the entrance to a utility room nearby.
A beech coloured table set out with full place settings in white and red to show that big groups can entertain while staying at The Holt at Church Stretton.
Two twin bed, bedside cupboards and a clothing rack are shown in a light room with a large window. The beds are made up with cream and gold linen and have a set of gold and brown fluffy towels on each. These are the beds in the twin room at The Holt at Church Stretton.
This image shows one side of the utility room at The Holt at Church Stretton. Image shows a washing machine and separate tumble drier, a white under the counter cupboard and a glass wall cupboard, a double sink, an ironing board and washing basket, a drying rack with pegs and hangers and a drip tray underneath, and various cleaning and utility items for use by guests. There is a boot rack slightly out of shot.
Image of the outside of The Holt at Church Stretton taken from the top of the front garden and showing the house frontage against the hills beyond. Image shows a red brick and wooden chalet style house with a porch to the left, a large drive in the middle with cars parked, and the view drops away down the hill to show the tops of houses and hills in the distance.
  • Comfortable beds with high quality bedding - for peaceful sleep 
  • Plenty of bedroom storage - no living out of your suitcase
  • Three bathrooms and a combi boiler - no queueing for the shower
  • Spacious living and dining room - with plenty of seating for everyone
  • Well equipped kitchen - with French doors to a terrace with hill views 
  • Mud room with washer, dryer, hanging racks - have messy adventures!
  • Gas fire, cozy blankets, smart TV and good wifi - for the lazy days
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Shropshire holiday cottage

Something For Everyone

Why choose Church Stretton?

Image of a small reservoir in the Lond Mynd near Cardingmill Valley. Image shows a small square pool with steps funneling the water down into the brook below which leads to the valley. Some families are picnicking in the background and there are hills beyond.
Image of a child feeding and stroking a small black and white goat in a petting zoo as an example of local attractions in Shropshire
Image shows Ludlow Castle round tower and ramparts.
A portait image of the front of the Stokesay Castle manor house, which has tudor frames and yellow plaster, with a castle tower in the background.
A portrait image representing a soft play centre - image shows a grinning child squeezing between two brightly coloured foam rollers in a netted play setting.
Tudor houses and a church spire at Shrewsbury
Image of a small reservoir in the Lond Mynd near Cardingmill Valley. Image shows a small square pool with steps funneling the water down into the brook below which leads to the valley. Some families are picnicking in the background and there are hills beyond.
Image of a child feeding and stroking a small black and white goat in a petting zoo as an example of local attractions in Shropshire
Image shows Ludlow Castle round tower and ramparts.
A portait image of the front of the Stokesay Castle manor house, which has tudor frames and yellow plaster, with a castle tower in the background.
A portrait image representing a soft play centre - image shows a grinning child squeezing between two brightly coloured foam rollers in a netted play setting.
Tudor houses and a church spire at Shrewsbury

The Holt's location is its best asset. Church Stretton is a beautiful historic town full of unique shops and eateries. There are fantastic walks and cycle routes in every direction right from the door. And there are wonderful tourist attractions, historic sites and children's activities, all within thirty minutes at Ludlow, Craven Arms, Shrewsbury and Telford. We keep folders of suggested walks and cycle routes, and contact details for suggested attractions in the house. 

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What Our Guests Think

We are proud that many of our guests come back time after time.

Here are some of the lovely things they have said about their stay:

2022 // Family of seven

Our sixth time here! With an ever-growing family. Thank you as always for our Church Stretton summer home and for all your kindness and thoughtfulness. 

2020 // Family of five

Wow! What a place! Hang up your car keys and step out onto so many walks. Such a perfect setting and so welcoming. Thank you, we'll be back!

2012 // Family of four

Wonderful accommodation and so well equipped, and loads of little details that make all the difference. If you wanted to spend all your time here relaxing and taking in the views you'd have a great time. But we could also recommend some of the cycle routes supplied and Ludlow makes a lovely day out. Our kids loved the castle and it has great tea rooms. Thanks, we will definitely be coming back!

2019 // Family of four

Our fourth stay to date! And our favourite self catering cottage. Thanks again, the welcome food was much appreciated. We've spent time with family, and done some great local walks and geocaching.

2019  // Multi-generation family of eight

Such a wonderful place to stay, and flexible for four to eight people throughout the week!  Everything we could ever want for adults and children and such wonderful views. The kids really don't want to leave. 

2017// Multi-generation family of six

Thank you! We have stayed in many holiday homes but never in one so very generously equipped. Lots of thoughtful touches and a friendly and informative welcome.

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