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Heron Lodge

Ludlow (3mls S), Shropshire
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
5 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Waterside luxury lodge with enclosed garden in idyllic rural setting with fishing pools in 20 acres of grounds
  • Three miles from the pretty market town of Ludlow with medieval castle, shops, eateries and events
  • Explore Mortimer Forest and the Shropshire Way, visit National Trust sites, Stokesay Castle and Severn Valley Railway
Property code: 78024

This thriving market town with a myriad of restaurants, boutique shops and full of architectural gems, is situated on the River Teme and surrounded by the countryside of south Shropshire, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ludlow is busy throughout the year with events and festivals celebrating good food, arts, crafts, theatre, walking and boasts the annual Food and Drink Festival. Keen walkers enjoy the Mary Webb trail, The Shropshire Way and walks in the Mortimer Forest as well as strolls along the river. Take a trip to the historic town of Shrewsbury, visit UNESCO World heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge, Stokesay Castle, Wenlock Priory and Severn Valley Railway. This is an all year-round destination for an active or relaxing holiday.

This stylish lodge, purpose built in 2020, has all your creature comforts and panoramic windows making the most of its waterside location overlooking the pool. Flooded with natural light the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner is perfect to relax in and enjoy the view. The kitchen is well-equipped with electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave and dishwasher with all the thoughtful little extras to rustle up a meal. If you are bringing your dog there are two stainless steel bowls and a few treats. The utility cupboard houses the washer/dryer and a separate WC by the front door . Enjoy morning coffee at the breakfast bar or a leisurely meal at the dining table, it is the perfect setting for you all to gather round, maybe slide back the doors and listen to the wildlife. After dinner settle down on the comfortable sofa, plan your activities, watch a film on the Smart TV with Netflix or light the wood burner and read a good book. To the left of the living area is the master bedroom with king-size bed, Smart TV, dressing room and en-suite shower room with shower and WC, enjoy a refreshing shower to start the day. To the right of the living area is the second bedroom with super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) with Smart TV and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Enjoy a bubble bath or leisurely shower. Both the bedrooms have good quality linen, soft towels and fabulous views over the water to wake up to.

Outside you have a private patio with table, chairs and BBQ overlooking the fishing pool with visiting wildlife, the private enclosed lawn and the lockable store with lighting accessed to the side of the lodge for your bikes or fishing gear. The lodge has a small wooded area to the rear of the lodge, perfect for picnics in the shade. It is set in 20 acres of grounds for you to explore. Fishing is available on site, situated on a 200 acre site which include five fishing pools, for information about the type of fishing available and fishing passes contact owners directly

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 Super-king zip and link which can be made into a twin upon request
  • 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over bath with WC, 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC and 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and microwave
  • Utility cupboard with washer/dryer
  • Wood burner (initial supply of logs included)
  • Ample private parking at the property
  • Shop 3 miles and pub within walking distance
  • On-site shop - includes local produce, home and garden, plants, coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating
  • Lockable bike store
  • Smart TV in lounge and both bedrooms
  • Fishing on site, includes fishing pools on a working farm
  • Fishing passes can be purchased directly with the owner
  • Can be booked alongside Swan Lodge 78025 and Frog Lodge 87474
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Gemma Cole

This property is personally managed by Gemma.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 51 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jill 4th October 2024

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Third time at Heron Lodge & was as lovely as ever ! Lots of rain but it didn't spoil the wonderful views. No fish caught this time but saw plenty splashing about ! Did the Ludlow Brewery Tour which was very good.

Reviewed by Matthew 20th September 2024

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Lovely lodge in a great location

Reviewed by Anne 16th September 2024

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What a beautiful spotlessly clean lodge. The two bedrooms were very spacious with the added bonus of both being en suite. Every little touch had been thought of including fresh flowers, hair dryers, ironing board and fans. The view over the pool was stunning and we were lucky to have very good weather so ate outside most evenings. Parking was just Read morebehind the lodge and a storage unit on the side of the lodge to store your fishing items was helpful. We would definitely love to return! Hide

Reviewed by Kenneth 13th September 2024

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Having stayed in many cottages, lodges etc. I can hand on heart state this was the best lodge I have ever stayed in. Modern, comfortable, location superb (and so quiet), and the equipment - well you want for nothing. Loved watching the heron fishing, the king fishers darting by, the water hens foraging and all this and more from my bed after openinRead moreg the curtains in a morning. It makes a refreshing change to reflect that is was money well spent. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 9th August 2024

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Can not be faulted! Very relaxing site and so peaceful. The lodges are immaculate, very comfortable and the grounds are very well maintained. Our third visit and we will be back when its not so hot. Good fishing and plenty of touristy things to do as well as excellent pubs and other eateries in the area.

Reviewed by Steve 27th July 2024

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I've lost count of the cottages \ lodges we have stayed in over the years but this is right up there with the best. The accomodation is first class with everything you need for a great holiday. The fishing in front of the lodge is tough but it is the Specimen Lake so understandable...we switched to other lakes half way through our break and were caRead moretching pretty much immediately. We liked the fact that other facilities such as Ludlow and supermarkets \ pubs were within easy reach. 10\10. Hide

Reviewed by Steve 12th July 2024

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Beautiful location,comfortable and well equipped Lodge, there was nothing it didn't have. Fishing excellent 5 star.

Reviewed by michael 28th June 2024

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Brilliant booked again cannot fault

Reviewed by Maureen 9th June 2024

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Reviewed by Timothy 24th May 2024

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The property and location was stunning, very clean, well equipped and comfortable, everything you could need away from home is thought of, a credit to the owners. The peace and quiet coupled with good fishing made it a great break, have already booked again.

Reviewed by Monica 17th May 2024

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We had a fantastic week at this lodge. You would never know that dogs were allowed in this lodge. It was spotlessly clean and as regards equipment, everything was there that you could wish for both inside the lodge and out on the patio. We will definitely be returning .

Reviewed by David 3rd May 2024

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Perfect as always it's our 3rd time here and it always bring a smile to my face. Lovely accommodation with fantastic surroundings

Reviewed by Avril 26th April 2024

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This is our third stay in 2 years. We loved it this time as much as we did the 1st time in 2022. The lodge is beautifully situated and looking out over the water watching the ducks, geese etc is so peaceful. No sound other than the birds or occasionally the sheep in the distance. Lovely walks around all the fishing lakes. All on the flat so perfectRead more for our dog Freckles who now has a bit of arthritis. Loved our daily visits to Salvaged Tea Room. Fab coffee, cake and sausage rolls! Hide

Reviewed by Susan 19th April 2024

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The cleanliness was awesome,all the cutlery was spotless. The kitchen was well equipped and in excellent condition. Everything was thought of down to the dogs bowls and towels. The bedrooms are large and airy, with en-suites fully fitted with walk in shower or a bath and shower in the other en-suite .Beds are super comfy with good bed linen. Also fRead moreull set of garden furniture,BBQ, and recliners.etc. Everything for a great stay. Hide

Reviewed by Arthur 12th April 2024

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Reviewed by Nicola 18th March 2024

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Reviewed by David 15th March 2024

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A fantastically modern and clean lodge, surrounded by fishing lakes and farmland. All facilities included that you could possibly require, including a nice touch with a welcome hamper. The hosts are very helpful. The lakes are very beautiful and we enjoyed walking around the settings, this time of year there were lots of lambs.

Reviewed by Sean 1st March 2024

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Great location, well presented, really enjoyed ourselves.

Reviewed by Geoff 5th January 2024

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A absolutely amazing property, cleanliness and equipment available is fantastic. It's the best property we have ever rented in 35 years

Reviewed by Jo 29th December 2023

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We had an amazing stay at Heron lodge for the new year break. From the minute we walked in the door, we totally relaxed. It was cosy, extremely clean and every little detail had been thought of. When we woke up the first morning, the view was incredible. We will definitely be back again

Reviewed by Nicola 6th November 2023

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Reviewed by Debra 6th October 2023

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Beautiful property in gorgeous surroundings, well equipped and spotlessly clean. This is our second visit to Heron Lodge and we would highly recommend this property if you are looking for complete relaxation and comfort. 5 Stars.

Reviewed by Tracie 22nd September 2023

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We had an absolutely lovely week at the lodge which was perfect in every way. The location, the lodge, the fishing pools, access to Ludlow and surrounding areas, everything was perfect and we can't recommend it highly enough.

Reviewed by Matthew 15th September 2023

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Superb location , lovely equipped, comfortable all you need and want will definitely be returning

Reviewed by Denis 1st September 2023

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Reviewed by Gary 25th August 2023

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Beautiful location - stunning property and surroundings.

Reviewed by Aleksandra 18th August 2023

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Amazing location! the views are breathtaking, The lodge was exactly what i was looking for. Well equipped, very clean and perfect size for a family of 4. We loved the little pen that was for dogs. We really enjoyed our stay thank you!

Reviewed by Tracy 11th August 2023

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Heron lodge was amazing, very clean, beautifully furnished and well equipped. The position by the lake was idyllic and so relaxing. Would love to return one day and would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by michael 23rd June 2023

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Lovely lodge booked so as to fish a few days and thats what I did lovely location

Reviewed by Colin 9th June 2023

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Excellent, quiet location. Lodge facilities excellent. Selection of ponds to fish from.

Reviewed by Elaine 2nd June 2023

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A totally chilled and relaxing week. Heron lodge is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. A paradise for bird lovers and fishermen. We counted 25 different birds during our stay. The lodge itself is super clean and comfortable and Ludlow a mecca for foodies such as ourselves.

Reviewed by Hayley 26th May 2023

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A fabulous week in an idyllic spot and beautiful lodge. Would definitely love to return.

Reviewed by Lee 19th May 2023

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A really lovely lodge with everything you could want provided including a welcome package. It was all very peaceful and relaxing. The family of geese were daily visitors to the patio and we enjoyed watching the goslings. Access is a little difficult as you have to go quite a way down an uneven track and through a gate to get to the property. It canRead more also get pretty hot inside as there is a lot of south-west facing glass. Despite these tiny negatives, I would highly recommend this property. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 2nd May 2023

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Fabulous lodge in a lovely venue. Wonderful place to unwind, and the weather was kind. So much wildlife to watch around the lodge and so peaceful. Yet Ludlow is not far away and eateries, shops, etc are plentiful.

Reviewed by Jessie 28th April 2023

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A tranquil retreat with wildlife and beautiful scenery outside your lodge!

Reviewed by Avril 21st April 2023

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Staying here 2 years running says it all. We are now thinking about when we will try and book for next year. We crave the beauty and tranquillity of Heron Lodge and it's surroundings., It just felt like home. It is spotlessly clean with an attention to detail in all aspects which you rarely find these days. Cannot fault it. Ludlow is a great base fRead moreor exploring the area. Fantastic sausage rolls, cakes etc baked by Adrian who runs the quirky cafe and antique shop at the entrance to the farm. Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 15th April 2023

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The most amazing stay in the perfect place. Second time we have been here and will be booking again for next year.

Reviewed by Laura 7th April 2023

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We really enjoyed our time at the cottage. The location was great. The area was really quiet and the views were beautiful. Our dog enjoyed spending time at the window watching the geese and ducks. The cottage isn't far from food stores, shops and forest walks.

Reviewed by Amanda 2nd April 2023

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Peaceful setting, very well equipped Lodge. Beautiful area to visit.

Reviewed by Linda 24th March 2023

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One of the best lodges I have ever stayed in. Spacious, immaculately clean with waterside views of the fishing lake. Would have no hesitation in recommending.

Reviewed by Nicola 18th March 2023

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Reviewed by Phil 10th March 2023

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An immaculately kept lodge in peaceful surroundings just off the A49 on the outskirts of Ludlow. After your day trips away come back to the lodge, sit back and relax looking over the lake. If you are into coarse fishing there a number nearby lakes well stocked with fish. My ideal holiday!!!

Reviewed by Mike 7th March 2023

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Wonderful lodge in a beautiful setting, extremely well equipped, clean and well maintained.

Reviewed by Anita 3rd March 2023

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Lovely lodge and setting. Highly recommended had a fantastic stay thank you.

Reviewed by Billi 24th February 2023

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A beautiful lakeside lodge with everything you could need for a comfortable stay. So quiet and peaceful, and dog-friendly. We will definitely be returning!

Reviewed by Judith 5th February 2023

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A wonderful time spent in the most peaceful scenic surroundings, would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by David 30th January 2023

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Fantastic getaway tucked away in beautiful surroundings. Very clean lodge with modern amenities and a fantastic view. Would recommend.

Reviewed by Dee 9th December 2022

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Lovely property in a very peaceful location. Owner very helpful if needed. Small enclosed area for dogs was useful especially as our rescue dog has to stay on a lead. Lots of areas for dog walking.

Reviewed by Lynn 18th November 2022

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We had a lovely time. Both the Lodge and location are fabulous with plenty of outside space to explore and enjoy.

Reviewed by Janette 14th November 2022

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The lodge is stunning, furnished to a very high standard, and everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is idyllic, so peacful, and lovely seeing the geese ,and wildlife.Great that Heron lodge is dog friendly... Also great for going into Ludlow.

Reviewed by Jane 28th October 2022

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