the swallows, Shrewsbury, SY5 9GD, United Kingdom
#4 of 27 hotels in Shrewsbury
Guests' ChoiceBased on 29 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.7
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Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Collette
United KingdomThe shepherd hut is stunning. Interior is beautiful and the facilities all high quality. Bits in the fridge were really helpful and welcomed. Took advantage of the sunshine in the front garden with the garden furniture. Pub at the campsite literally a minutes walk and staff there so friendly. Communication was exceptional and felt so welcome. Will definitely come back xx
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Kylie
United KingdomIts was perfect, easy to find and just so relaxing. Had everything you needed! The little kind touches of biscuits and milk were lovely. So clean and cute. Can’t wait to rebook when the sun comes to town :)
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Charlotte
United KingdomThe retreats' location is simply tranquil and a true escape to the countryside. Emma & Steve were very helpful and on hand to help...particularly when my husband accidentally left his suit there on our departure! The Shepherd Hut has everything you need for a lovely relaxing weekend away. It was also decorated for Easter, which was great too! We definitely will be recommending the Orchard Retreat and are planning a return visit!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Victoria
United KingdomN/A
Everything, the attention to detail is fantastic. There was everything we needed for our short stay. Just perfect!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Claire
United KingdomFantastic quiet location for a beautifully thought out shepherds hut. Clean, warm, cosy and comfortable it’s the perfect place to relax. Thank you for the tea and milk etc and the large fluffy towels were very welcome.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Danielle
United KingdomNothing
Cosy and clean
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Holt
United KingdomShower took a while to get hot but the owners were very obliging and helped us sort it out.
Lovely peaceful setting with a very comfortable bed and lots of lovely touches. Would love to return at some point and enjoy the hammock under the stars.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Lee
United KingdomNothing.
Fabulous location , quirky and very cosy , made a nice change from a hotel room. Enjoyed for a drink at the camp a few yards down the road and received a warm welcome. Will definitely be back.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Mandy
United KingdomNothing
Everything was perfect exceptionally high standard and lovely touches birthday balloon Cider and Ale chocolate. Highly recommend
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Leah
United KingdomWe loved it all. We found the shower difficult to use, even following the guidance but we got there in the end so no complaints.
What a stunning place! So beautiful and quaint. Loved the little touches from the host too, providing coffee, tea, milk, some snacks and a couple of alcohol beverages.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Melissa
United KingdomN/A
All the small details and features were lovely. So well considered and catered for.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Margaret
United KingdomCosy and practical
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Katy
United Kingdomnothing
Everything. The communication was excellent, Emma was very thorough and helpful. It was a perfect place to stay for pur 13th wedding anniversary ❤️ Ted's Shack has everything you need and more. The welcome basket was lovely, marshmallows for the fire and other things were lovely. Nice fresh milk, water, cider and larger all lovely touches. The place itself was peaceful and perfect location for us. Emma left us some flowers 💐 and a happy anniversary message which was very kind. The hammock was fabulous 👌 we went for a meal a 5min drive away at Yockleton arms, this was very nice!!! Thanks for a fabulous stay. I would recommend this place to everyone, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Bethany
United KingdomCould do with a blanket or two! Kitchen was described as “fully functional” but it consisted of a fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster - which was fine accept we had bought food that needed an oven/bbq after reading fully functional!
Very comfortable, great perks in the fridge and biscuit, clean and really a beautiful little place to stay…
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 17 July 2023
Andrew
United KingdomLovely secluded location. We spent one night there after the Soft Cell show in Shrewsbury. Just a short drive to this historic town. Superbly kitted out with an excellent eye for detail. We will visit again.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Catherine
United KingdomNothing, we were very happy with our stay
We came for a peaceful weekend and thats what we got. Everything we needed was provided, as well as lovely touches with the goodies left for us. It was perfect for what we were wanting! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 June 2023
Nicholas
United KingdomI’m 6ft4 and so there’s no way I could have fitted somebody else in the bed- not that that was an option…..
spotlessly clean, so quiet and just damned good fun
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 5 June 2023
Leanne
United KingdomNothing
The shack was stunning, it's compact, but with everything you need, extras like the fire pit, comfy outdoor chairs, and hammock were great. The surroundings were beautiful in the sunny weather.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 31 May 2023
Jonathan
United KingdomWe honestly couldn't fault it
Was so romantic, comfortable and secluded - the fresh milk and beers were a lovely gesture - we also played some of the board games provided :)
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 30 May 2023
Kristie
United KingdomGorgeous little place - absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Anonymous
United KingdomNothing
Everything.. perfect
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Jay
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 September 2023
Xanne
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 2 August 2023
Jack
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2023
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