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Lovely canal-side cottage, with parking & wi-fi

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Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Room options

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About the area

Map
Oswestry

What's nearby

  • Pontcysyllte Aquaduct - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lion Quays Spa - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Chirk Castle - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Llangollen Bridge - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Llangollen Canal Trail - 11 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Gobowen Station - 4 min drive
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Poachers Pocket - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Whittington Castle - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Herd Milk & Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chirk Tandoori - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely canal-side cottage, with parking & wi-fi

Completely and newly refurbished pretty, period cottage set on the banks of the Llangollen Canal an ideal centre for sight-seeing, canoeing, cycling, walking and only six miles from the World famous Llangollen International Eisteddfod. Great travel location, local train stations (Gobowen & Chirk) and both A483 & A5 nearby. Visit Chester, N.Wales (inc. Snowdonia), local castles, Ellesmere, Llangollen, Shrewsbury, Oswestry. Severn Theatre, Theatre Clwyd and Liverpool & Manchester venues within an hour. Local pubs and restaurants.
The space
Former mine workers and canal workers cottages completely refurbished to form three modern properties to a good standard - this is the end cottage nearest the canal (but a safe distance for young children). A furnished patio overlooks the canal with a chance to see ducks, geese and canal boats passing. The Cottage is spacious, fully furnished down to coasters and teaspoons and has three double bedrooms (once is small(ish) but does have a "Juliet balcony" overlooking the canal. Infant items, such as travel cot, high chair, bowls and plastic cutlery are free for use, but need to be requested in advance. Living room has original beams and wooden flooring, plus modern TV, DVD player and Wi-Fi. There is Central Heating to all rooms, plus an electric "real flame" electric wall fire in the living room; if required. The kitchen is fully furnished and includes Oven, Hob, Kettle, Toaster, Microwave, Coffee Machine, Cafetiere, Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Condiments/Spices, Tea/Coffee, sugar (Milk on arrival), Wine glasses, cups/mugs, all crockery, pans, cutlery, Clock and magnificent smiling cow picture ! Bedrooms are light and airy with two "Juliet balcony doors", open/tilt windows with restraints, bedside table/cabinet with lamps, wardrobes and/or drawers and seating to the two larger rooms. There are two washing/wc areas, both with showers and one bath (one on each floor). The dining room also has original beams and wooden flooring and a large table (suitable also for games ) with six chairs.
Books, DVDs and Games are provided. Umbrellas provided.
For guests bringing their own bikes, and/or canoes there is a locking garage available for free use.
Guest access
The complete house, plus two patios and canal side grass area. Shared car park - two spaces available.
Other things to note
If anything is required by guests, that is not listed, please ask and if practicable we will endeavour to provide it. House is NOT on main sewage system so please be careful as to what is flushed away - NO nappies, wet wipes etc.

Property manager

Brian Hopkins

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely canal-side cottage, with parking & wi-fi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lovely canal-side cottage, with parking & wi-fi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely canal-side cottage, with parking & wi-fi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely canal-side cottage, with parking & wi-fi located?

This family-friendly Oswestry holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pontcysyllte Aquaduct and Lion Quays Spa. Chirk Community Hospital and Chirk Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km). Chirk Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great break
Fantastic location next to the canal enjoyed watching boats going past. Nice walks around and other places nearby. Only thing wrong with the discrimination of the property is it says it has a hot tub but it has a bath inside the house and no hot tub outside. We still enjoyed our visit
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for a beautiful area
Lovely clean and well presented property in a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Accommodation in an Idyllic spot
Beautifully maintained comfortable and very well equipped accomodation with quality beds and excellent showers. Plenty of outside space with seating and an area alongside the canal where you can relax.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Holiday Home
We enjoyed our stay at The Elizabeth House. It had everything we needed and more, loved the little touches and the food and milk left for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023