Coach House At Old Vicarage, Madeley

Staffordshire. Sleeps up to 4

Settled in the grounds of a Grade II listed vicarage in the sought-after area of Madeley, Shropshire, is this fashionable, detached property, Coach House at Old Vicarage. Located in the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, the Old Vicarage is steeped in history, having been home to John Fletcher, a close friend of Charles Wesley and the founders of Wesleyan Church. Behind the Listed gate piers is an enclosed area with parking in the grounds, perfect for two couples. Step inside to discover the spacious kitchen/diner, certain to entice budding chefs with its electric oven and hob; when dishes are piping hot, gather at the dining table and toast to your hideaway. Moving through the home, admire the hard wooden floors as you locate the sitting room, bright and airy with a TV to find your favourite shows and a sofa to curl up with a good book. Throw open the solid wooden gates and let the light floor in, or unwind in the communal garden area, here you can savour a cup of tea on the furniture and soak in the history of your location. As the weather turns cool, retire inside, and climb upstairs to discover two beautifully presented king-size bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower and both offering high, vaulted ceilings with featured shutters. Awaken with a rinse in the shower room before rustling a home-cooked meal in the kitchen area or take a short stroll to a quirky café. For a quick pint there is Six Bells, Madeley, whilst a longer stroll will take you to the All Nations Inn, a historic brew-house and true community pub. To stock up on essentials, head to Boulton's Butchery, where you'll find fresh, locally sourced meats, a magnificent deli counter and a selection of artisan breads, why not grab some tapas or popcorn for a movie night in Surrounded by scenic walks and a network of cycling trails, head to one of the ten local museums that celebrate the areas industrial heritage, or head to the heart of Telford through the greenery of Telford Town Park or embark on a hike along the South Telford Heritage Trail. Be sure to visit the ancient village of Ironbridge, here you can meander along the first cast iron bridge or stroll along the River Severn. Close-by is the Blists Hill Victorian Town, an open-air museum with a traditional fish and chip shop adding to the sights, sounds and smells of the late 19th and early 20th Century. For those wishing to explore a little further afield, Weston Park and Attingham Park offer great walks and historic country houses; Bridgnorth, Shrewsbury and Ludlow are historic towns each with their own character, whilst the RAF Museum at Cosford is free and boasts fascinating Cold War exhibits. For an escape to Shropshire with much to see and do, choose Coach House at Old Vicarage.