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Wayside House is a beautiful detached property in Aston on Clun, right on the edge of the Shropshire Hills AONB. This pet-friendly retreat sleeps 10 guests and comes with a private hot tub for ultimate relaxation after days exploring the countryside. The house features exposed brickwork and wooden beams throughout, giving it real character.

The village sits in peaceful South Shropshire countryside. Rolling hills surround you. The area offers quiet lanes and footpaths perfect for walking dogs.

Inside you'll find 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across the property. The well-stocked kitchen includes a woodburning stove. An oak dining room overlooks the garden.

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About Wayside House

Wayside House is a beautiful detached property in Aston on Clun, right on the edge of the Shropshire Hills AONB. This pet-friendly retreat sleeps 10 guests and comes with a private hot tub for ultimate relaxation after days exploring the countryside. The house features exposed brickwork and wooden beams throughout, giving it real character.

The village sits in peaceful South Shropshire countryside. Rolling hills surround you. The area offers quiet lanes and footpaths perfect for walking dogs.

Inside you'll find 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across the property. The well-stocked kitchen includes a woodburning stove. An oak dining room overlooks the garden. Two separate reception rooms provide space to spread out - a sitting room and snug, both with woodburning stoves and Smart TVs. The rear garden has lawn and patio areas with furniture and that bubbling hot tub.

Ludlow Castle sits 8 miles away (18 minutes). Stokesay Castle is 6 miles (15 minutes). The Shropshire Hills offer walking trails from your doorstep. Bishops Castle provides shops and pubs 4 miles away (10 minutes).

Wayside House works brilliantly for multi-generation families or friend groups wanting countryside peace with proper home comforts and space for everyone.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their stay at Wayside House

Spacious for Large Groups

Five bedrooms and three bathrooms mean everyone gets their own space. The multiple living areas let groups split up or come together as they please throughout the day.

Private Hot Tub

Soak under the stars after countryside walks. The hot tub sits in the rear garden and provides the perfect way to unwind with a glass of wine.

Characterful Period Features

Exposed brickwork and wooden beams give this house real personality. Three woodburning stoves create cosy atmospheres on cooler evenings throughout the property.

Perfect for Dog Walkers

Bring your pets to explore the Shropshire Hills. Footpaths lead straight from the village into beautiful countryside with miles of walking routes to discover.

Multiple Living Spaces

Two separate reception rooms plus a dining room mean groups never feel cramped. Kids can watch TV whilst adults relax in the other sitting room.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

The kitchen has everything needed for cooking group meals. A woodburning stove adds warmth whilst the oak dining room provides proper space for everyone to eat together.

Getting To Wayside House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Wayside House by car, take the A489 towards Bishops Castle, then follow signs to Aston on Clun. The property is easily accessible in the village with off-road parking available on arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Craven Arms, approximately 8 miles away. From there, a short taxi ride brings you through the beautiful Shropshire countryside to the property.

Off-road parking available
Craven Arms station (8 miles)
Accessible from the A489

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Ludlow Castle
Distance: 8 miles
SY8 1AY
Stokesay Castle
Distance: 6 miles
SY7 9AH
Bishops Castle Town
Distance: 4 miles
SY9 5BN
Shropshire Hills AONB
Distance: 0.5 miles
SY7 8EF
Offa's Dyke Path
Distance: 5 miles
SY7 0JT
Clun Valley Walks
Distance: 2 miles
SY7 8JB
Bishops Castle Shops
Distance: 4 miles
SY9 5BN
Ludlow Market
Distance: 8 miles
SY8 1AS
Craven Arms Co-op
Distance: 8 miles
SY7 9PS
Craven Arms Railway Station
Distance: 8 miles
SY7 9NF
Clun Village
Distance: 2 miles
SY7 8JA
A489 Main Road
Distance: 1 mile
SY7 8EF
Ludlow Castle
Distance: 8 miles
SY8 1AY
Stokesay Castle
Distance: 6 miles
SY7 9AH
Bishops Castle Town
Distance: 4 miles
SY9 5BN
Shropshire Hills AONB
Distance: 0.5 miles
SY7 8EF
Offa's Dyke Path
Distance: 5 miles
SY7 0JT
Clun Valley Walks
Distance: 2 miles
SY7 8JB
Bishops Castle Shops
Distance: 4 miles
SY9 5BN
Ludlow Market
Distance: 8 miles
SY8 1AS
Craven Arms Co-op
Distance: 8 miles
SY7 9PS
Craven Arms Railway Station
Distance: 8 miles
SY7 9NF
Clun Village
Distance: 2 miles
SY7 8JA
A489 Main Road
Distance: 1 mile
SY7 8EF

Is Wayside House Right For You & Your Dog

Discover why this cottage is the perfect dog-friendly hot tub retreat for you and your pet

For Families
Kids have plenty of space to play in the rear garden with its lawn areas. The separate snug gives them their own TV room away from adults. Ludlow Castle (8 miles) offers history and exploration. The Shropshire Hills provide outdoor adventures with walking trails and countryside to discover. Two reception rooms mean children can spread out.
Pet Friendly
Dogs love Wayside House with direct access to Shropshire Hills AONB walking routes. Footpaths lead from the village into miles of countryside perfect for exercising pets. The rear garden provides secure outdoor space. Local walks include Clun Valley trails just 2 miles away. Multiple living areas mean wet dogs have space to dry off.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Wayside House

The Three Tuns Inn, Bishops Castle

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY9 5BN

The Sun Inn, Clun

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY7 8JB

The Green Cafe, Ludlow

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY8 1AS

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Wayside House

Is Wayside House pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are welcome at Wayside House. The property sits right on the edge of the Shropshire Hills AONB with footpaths leading directly from the village for excellent dog walking.
How many people does the property sleep?
Wayside House sleeps 10 guests across 5 bedrooms. Three bathrooms serve the property, making it practical for larger family groups or friends travelling together.
Does the property have a hot tub?
Yes, there's a private hot tub in the rear garden. It sits on the patio area alongside garden furniture where you can relax after exploring the countryside.
What living spaces are available?
The house has a sitting room and separate snug, both with woodburning stoves and Smart TVs. An oak dining room overlooks the garden, whilst the kitchen includes another woodburning stove for extra cosiness.
What are the sleeping arrangements?
The property has 5 bedrooms sleeping 10 guests in total. Three bathrooms serve the house, providing good facilities for larger groups staying together.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes, off-road parking is available at Wayside House. The property sits in the village of Aston on Clun with easy access from local roads.
What's nearby for days out?
Ludlow Castle is 8 miles away, whilst Stokesay Castle sits 6 miles from the property. Bishops Castle offers shops and pubs just 4 miles away and the Shropshire Hills provide walking routes from your doorstep.
What facilities does the kitchen have?
The kitchen is well-stocked with everything needed for group catering. A woodburning stove adds warmth and the separate oak dining room provides proper space for 10 people to eat together comfortably.

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Pet friendly & nearby

Pet Friendly Days Out Near Wayside House

Not sure where to take your dog on your hot tub break? Here are some handy and important places within easy reach. You'll find pet friendly pubs and cafés, beaches, walks and country parks, plus the nearest vets should you need one. Tire the dog out, then head back for a soak under the stars.

17 places nearby · Wayside House

Dog Friendly Pubs

Google Places

Proper country pubs near Wayside House that welcome dogs through the door - ideal for a post-walk pint by the fire.

The Powis Arms

Brampton Rd, Lydbury North SY7 8AU, UK

4.1 mi 4.5 (319)

The Ragleth Inn

Little Stretton, Church Stretton SY6 6RB, UK

6.9 mi 4.7 (933)

The Kings Arms

53 High St, Church Stretton SY6 6BY, UK

8.1 mi 4.6 (892)

Rose & Crown, Ludlow

8 Church St, Ludlow SY8 1AP, UK

8.1 mi 4.5 (949)

The Queens

113 Lower Galdeford, Ludlow SY8 1RU, UK

8.3 mi 4.6 (847)

The Riverside at Aymestrey

The Riverside Inn, Aymestrey, Leominster HR6 9ST, UK

10.2 mi 4.8 (828)

Places data © Google. "Dog friendly" is based on listing and review text rather than an official flag, so it's always worth ringing ahead to double-check before you travel.

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Wayside House Reviews

We have had a fabulous Christmas at Wayside. The house was prefect for our party size and is in a beautiful location. It has a lovely family homely feel and was perfect for us. The hottub is an added bonus and we all enjoyed it , in the cold day and evenings it was lovely, with a gorgeous view of the Shropshire countryside. The weather was on our side so we made use of it.
We had so many issues with the house. 1. Open fires, with listing saying that all fuel is provided, but only a few logs and small amount of kindling was supplied. Logs from the owner are 3 more expensive than local supplier. There isn't even a supply of old newspapers. 2. The lock on shared upstairs bathroom was broken. 3. House is for 8 guests but only 7 breakfast bowls 4. The house was for large number but cooking pans are average to small size. And largest pan doesn't work on the induction hob. 5. Heating is set too low, especially for elderly guests. 6. There was an empty washing up liquid bottle. 7. Two bunk beds didn't have towels 8. No spare blankets for any of the beds. 9. Duvets are of such poor quality everyone struggled to keep warm in bed. 10. The blind in bunk bedroom was broken.
Suzanne
We enjoyed our stay in the beautiful area. Wayside house was comfortable and well appointed. The hot tub was lovely. We would have appreciated a little more generosity with logs , loo rolls and washing up liquid.
Andrew
Thank you for a lovely stay. We found the cottage, facilities, location etc to be generally fantastic. A couple of points to feedback are the supplied amounts of loo roll, bin bags, dishwasher tabs and salt were not quite enough. The amount of chlorine in the hot tub did detract from the experience it caused skin issues for a number of our group, and swimming costumes were bleached and have been thrown away. The lack of access to the key lock box was an issue generally it is useful to have this as it means if the group goes out separately they can get back in without issues whichever arrives back first. Overall great stay though, thank you.
It was a really well stocked cottage. We were really happy with our holiday. We stayed for 7 nights and all had a lovely holiday. would recommend.
We loved our stay at Wayside house, the beds were super comfy and the hot tub was fantastic. Just a couple of pointers that would make the next person's stay even better. A hanging space in the downstairs bedroom would be handy, also a stoolseat in the wet room. The drive was also a bit tricky and our car wheels got stuck a couple of times in the gravel.
Rodney
Lovely old house, carefully updated, great for multi age group as a previous reviewer said, the pictures and descriptions dont do it justice. The adjoining campsite and facilities were a boon, not a downside at all.. our children enjoyed feeding the chickens too.
Due to the amazing establishment I cannot possibly put anything but the highest rating, however the Accuracy of the Listing was NOT good, this property is far superior to how it is listed and is probably missing a number of bookings as its not listed to the high standard that is provided.
Great property with plenty of space and a great layout for 10 of us. The property looks nicer than the pictures let on. We had a great time and the owners were about if we needed them. Would definitely recommend.
We all had a fabulous stay at Wayside House. It was beautiful, very clean and the kitchen was fabulous and very well equipped. Would highly recommend for a large group friends or family, just perfect!
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