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Richards Castle, Shropshire
A 17th century stone stable conversion for four in the village of Richards Castle, with an enclosed patio and lawn, a wood burner and one dog welcome, Ludlow 3.5 miles away.
Richards Castle Old Stables is a 17th century stone conversion in the pretty village it is named after, a dog friendly cottage for four with one dog welcome. Exposed beams, a wood burner and interesting artwork run through it, and outside an enclosed patio and lawn gives the dog its own patch of ground from the first hour.
Coming in from a walk, boots and coats come off in the entrance hall, which has plenty of room for them, and the utility room beside it holds the washing machine and a WC. Natural light floods the stylish kitchen, where French doors open onto the patio and garden, so the dog can wander out while breakfast is on the table for four.
Evenings belong to the cosy lounge, with the wood burner lit from the first basket of logs, a film on the Smart TV and the dog stretched out by the fire. The owners ask that dogs keep to the ground floor, and the stairs lead up to a double, a twin and a bright, airy bathroom. Come December the cottage is decorated for Christmas, which makes a festive week with a dog an easy thing to plan.
A public footpath leaves from the owners' grounds, so the dog's first walk starts at the door, and the local pub is within walking distance in the village. Ludlow, a thriving market town known for its food festival at the castle, is 3.5 miles away. Beyond that the River Teme, the Shropshire Hills, the Mary Webb trail, the Shropshire Way and Offa's Dyke give a dog plenty of walking, and the National Trust's Croft Castle and Berrington Hall are both 4 miles off.
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from £541 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 1 dog
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Enclosed garden with outdoor furniture and charcoal BBQ | Shop 3 miles and pub within walking distance | Bicycle storage (please note that this is not lockable) | Please note dogs are not permitted up
- Sleeps
- 4 guests
- Rooms
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
- Price
- from £541 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 15:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Open fire, Parking, Wifi
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Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Richards Castle Old Stables dog friendly?
Yes, Richards Castle Old Stables welcomes one dog. The property has an enclosed garden, and a public footpath leaves directly from the property itself, so you can head straight out for a walk without loading the car.
Are dogs allowed at Richards Castle Old Stables year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, so there's nothing to suggest they aren't welcome throughout the year. It's always worth checking directly with the owners if you have specific dates in mind.
What should I know before visiting Richards Castle Old Stables with my dog?
The owners allow one dog, and the ground rules are clear: dogs are welcome downstairs but not upstairs. In practice this works well — the lounge with the wood burner is where evenings happen anyway, and the enclosed garden gives your dog outdoor space to settle into from the start.
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