Situated in the heart of the South Shropshire Hills, an AONB, the Acton Scott Estate has remained largely intact, and within the ownership of the Acton family for some eight hundred years. Comprising a number of small farms and cottages, set amongst rolling pastures and woodland, its landscape has changed little in two centuries. At the centre of the estate is the Elizabethan mansion, next to which is the Acton Scott Historic Working Farm, where the land is worked with Shire horses to demonstrate the farming practices of 1900, and is open to the public from April to October. The two spacious properties offered here both date back 400 years, and each offers most attractive accommodation, with unique period details. The surrounding area offers a profusion of activities for all ages. The spectacular scenery of the Church Stretton Hills and Welsh Border Country is ideal countryside for walking, cycling and horse riding, whilst Church Stretton and Ludlow provide sports centre facilities, including swimming, tennis and golf. Close by are the medieval towns of Ludlow and Shrewsbury, both with fine castles and a wealth of Tudor, Queen Anne and Georgian architecture, as well as theatres, cinemas, restaurants and good shopping. Amongst the many country houses and historic sites to visit are Stokesay Castle, Weston Park, Berrington Hall, Powis Castle, Wenlock Priory and Wroxeter Roman city, all within easy reach.

Situated in the heart of the South Shropshire Hills, an AONB, the Acton Scott Estate has remained largely intact, and within the ownership of the Acton family for some eight hundred years. Comprising a number of small farms and cottages, set amongst rolling pastures and woodland, its landscape has changed little in two centuries. At the centre of the estate is the Elizabethan mansion, next to which is the Acton Scott Historic Working Farm, where the land is worked with Shire horses to demonstrate the farming practices of 1900, and is open to the public from April to October. This spacious property dates back 400 years and offers most attractive accommodation, with unique period details. The surrounding area offers a profusion of activities for all ages. The spectacular scenery of the Church Stretton Hills and Welsh Border Country is ideal countryside for walking, cycling and horse riding, whilst Church Stretton and Ludlow provide sports centre facilities, including swimming, tennis and golf. Close by are the medieval towns of Ludlow and Shrewsbury, both with fine castles and a wealth of Tudor, Queen Anne and Georgian architecture, as well as theatres, cinemas, restaurants and good shopping. Amongst the many country houses and historic sites to visit are Stokesay Castle, Weston Park, Berrington Hall, Powis Castle, Wenlock Priory and Wroxeter Roman city, all within easy reach.

Approached by a private track that winds through fields and woodland, the Shooting Lodge occupies a secluded position, being over a mile from the nearest neighbour, and not visible from any other property. Refurbished to an excellent standard, this spacious and unique property boasts an oak-framed banqueting hall, a large bespoke farmhouse-style kitchen, a log cabin summerhouse and a table tennis room. The patio and large garden of terraced lawns command views across open countryside towards Wenlock Edge. Spacious beamed banqueting room with open fireplace and flagstone floor. Access by loft ladder to small gallery with low sloping ceiling and two 2ft 6in beds (alternative sleeping only). Well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen/dining-room with feature fireplace, LPG range and Belfast sink. Utility room with additional electric oven and hob. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room. Separate W.C., Bathroom/W.C. with shower cubicle. Narrow steep stairs to first floor: Twin-bedded room with 2ft 6in beds (can form 5ft double), with wooden floor and wash basin. Double bedroom with 6ft bed (can form 3ft singles), wash basin, wooden floor and low door. Larger double bedroom with 6ft bed (can form 3ft singles) with additional 2ft 6in bed (for +1), wash basin, oak floor and feature fireplace. Log cabin (35metres from main house): Double sofa-bed (for +2) with vanity unit and commode-style W.C.

*Full oil CH incl *Elec oil rad in log cabin *Shop 2 miles *TV *M/wave *D/washer *F/freezer *Cot *H/chair *Large garden with sitting-out area and furniture

*Elec incl *Open fire(s) - initial fuel incl, thereafter avail at cost *Ample parking *Video *Radio/cassette/CD *Auto wm *T/dryer *Barbecue *External table tennis room *Secure cycle storage *Home cooked meals by arr *Easy walking access *Duvets with linen and towels *Friday to Friday