Chevaliers Gatehouse
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Overview
Chevaliers Gatehouse, a luxury holiday home in Shropshire, combines the glories of the past with the comforts of the present. The Gatehouse is a Grade I 'Elizabethan gem' (as described by Sir Simon Jenkins in the Best Houses of England) and boasts four poster and half-tester beds with roll top baths and luxurious Lefroy Brooks bathrooms. This gem is located within a secluded hamlet near Bridgnorth and Much Wenlock and includes a courtyard and private garden. Enjoy the beautiful flower beds, fruit trees and a bubbling fountain on a quiet morning, or explore the region’s historic sites, scenic walks and gastro hotspots.
With the perfect combination of romantic history and modern comforts, The Gatehouse comfortably sleeps four guests across two luxury suites on separate floors. To reflect its storied past, the expansive suites are named after Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and Prince Rupert, two of the home’s many illustrious visitors. Nephew to Charles I, Prince Rupert slept in the enormous second story bedroom while he commanded royalist troops during the Civil War. A set of linen tapestries in the gatehouse honours him. The Prince Rupert Suite, on the top floor, has a super-king four poster bed decorated with fabrics from Zoffany's award winning Arden collection by artisan neo-Elizabethan artist Melissa White. The spiral oak staircase is original. The Thatcher Suite, with a king-size half-tester bed, has its own sitting room with Tudor plasterwork, SKY TV and an open Tudor fire. While the two bedrooms will make you feel like royalty, the updated bathroom fittings, fully equipped modern kitchen and digital TV will keep you in contemporary comfort.
There is a fully fitted kitchen and hunting lodge style dining room decorated in murals. There is a beautiful trellis garden in the Elizabethan style with a fountain surrounded by apple trees.
Chevaliers Gatehouse makes the ideal family holiday rental being near the M5, M6, M40 and M54 motorways, as well as 15 miles from the Telford Central train station, and 40 miles from Birmingham International Airport.
What you should know…
- Situated down narrow country lanes 2.5 miles from the main road, the house may be better for quiet evenings in.
- To reach the bedrooms, guests climb a spiral staircase difficult for small children or those with disabilities.
- Due to the rural location the internet speed is variable and can fluctuate when demand is high
- The owners offer their in house catering and cannot accept bookings with local catering companies
This home is a part of our Great Value and Heritage Collection!
This is a historic home, and as such:
- It has probably been standing for over 100 years, which means it's full of historic value and charm but it may also have one or two quirks!
- Some of the decor and furnishings may not be brand new, but that should not detract from your holiday experience in this unique setting that allows you to take a step back in time!
Property Features
Entrance
The property has its own imposing entrance gates, gravelled drive-way and parking. Wrought iron gates lead through to a medieval courtyard and sixteenth century cobbled archway.
Dining Room
The ground floor dining room has an original sixteenth century Tudor fireplace, carved North European refectory table that sits ten and a painted Tudor ceiling. The dining room is reminiscent of a romantic hunting lodge with hand-blocked wallpaper and tartan curtains with horn buttons.
Kitchen
The fully equipped kitchen has a period stone floor, American style fridge-freezer, granite work tops, butler sink which is ideal for either cooking oneself or by a local chef (which can be arranged) to prepare dinner or lunch in the adjacent dining room.
First Floor
The first floor comprises the panelled Thatcher Suite bedroom (This suite is named after the former British prime minister – and her husband Sir Denis – who spent two nights in the bedroom whilst staying at Chevaliers Gatehouse in 1994) with a half-tester bed with silk drapes. The bedroom has a nineteenth century crewel work tapestry, ornate plasterwork, Tudor fireplace, oak floor and antiques. The suite has an adjoining sitting room with hand blocked wallpaper, silk curtains, digital TV, Tudor fireplace, and spectacular plasterwork. The separate bathroom in one of the turrets has all Lefroy Brooks fittings including a powerful wet room shower, traditional claw foot towel rails and underfloor heating.
Second Floor
The enormous Prince Rupert Bedroom (named after Prince Rupert of the Rhine, cousin of Charles I who hid here during the civil war in 1646) on the top floor boasts a four poster bed, huge exposed beams, oak bookcases, an enormous bath under the mullion windows in the bedroom, a large writing desk. The bedroom also has a separate turret bathroom with all fittings by Lefroy Brooks.
Exterior Grounds
- Private garden with flower beds, fruit trees and fountain
- Barbecue and outdoor furniture (during summer months)
Location
About the surrounding area of Chevaliers GatehouseChevaliers Gatehouse is a secluded hamlet deep in the Shropshire countryside, but lies within four and a half miles of historic Bridgnorth and four miles of the pretty market town of Much Wenlock. Next to the Hall is the historic Norman church of St Michael with its 12th century wall paintings and famous 12th century font.
The Gatehouse is reached along a winding narrow country lane that ends at this historic estate. After visiting Chevaliers Gatehouse with the artist John Piper for Shropshire : A Shell Guide (published 1951), John Betjeman wrote that the hall was ‘best approached by foot, horse or bicycle; only so can its peace and various landscape be appreciated’.
Chevaliers Gatehouse remains a haven of peace and rural beauty today – an ideal place to explore Shropshire and the Heart of England, from the gastronomic centre of Ludlow to the Ironbridge Gorge Museum, the Shropshire hills and many other historic houses and gardens, including the Dower House Gardens in nearby Morville of Dr Katherine Swift (author of the bestselling book The Morvile Hours) and the world famous nursery gardens of David Austin Roses.
Bridgnorth, four miles away, is an attractive market town famous for its funicular railway and the many flights of steps which connect the High and Low Towns. Regular steam trains also run from here along the Severn Valley Railway. The town has many charming pubs and bistro restaurants, as well as high street shops, a supermarket and a cinema.
Much Wenlock, five miles away, has been voted the second most beautiful town in England. You can stroll around the ruins and grounds of the ancient Wenlock and Buildwas Abbeys (Wenlock Abbey was one of the most important in the 15th century), go antique shopping, visit the local Olympian museum, browse for second hand books (Wenlock Books won the coveted Independent Bookseller of the Year award in 2006) or go shopping at the artisan shops and galleries or the traditional butcher, Ryan’s, that has won a national award for Best Butcher in Britain.
Half an hour’s drive away to the south-west is historic Ludlow, one of the gastro capitals of England with award winning Michelin restaurants, secluded gastro-pubs, historic market square and famous castle ruins where the two ‘Princes of the Tower’ were brought up in the late 15th century. In April 1483, the eldest of the two princes is reported to have stayed at Chevaliers Gatehouse on his fateful journey to the Tower of London after the death of his father Edward IV. To the north-west, also half an hour away, is historic Shrewsbury, birthplace of Charles Darwin, with its old cathedral, market squares, theatre and riverside restaurants.
Chevaliers Gatehouse is conveniently located for access to the M5, M6, M54 and M40 motorways. The nearest station is fifteen miles away with frequent inter-city trains from London, Manchester and Glasgow and services to Wales and the West Country. The nearest airport is Birmingham International Airport, approximately 40 miles away.
Local Heritage Attractions
Shropshire has a wide selection of historic houses, castles and gardens to visit. Many are normally open all year but please check the details before visiting to avoid disappointment. We can recommend:
- Dudmaston Hall, near Bridgnorth
- Daniel’s Mill, Bridgnorth
- Wenlock Abbey, Much Wenlock
- Buildwas Abbey, near Much Wenlock
- Ludlow Castle
- Stokesay Castle, near Ludlow
- Boscobel House and White Ladies Priory (where Charles II famously hid up the Royal Oak tree in 1651)
- Hampton Court and Gardens, near Leominster
- Wightwick Manor, near Wolverhampton
Family Day’s Out
- Severn Valley Railway
www.svr.co.uk
One of the country’s most charming vintage steam train lines with a selection of trains (including a refurbished 1930s First Class Dining carriage) that runs along the River Severn between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth. This year the line celebrates its 50th anniversary. Wonderful old-fashioned station pub as well called The Railwayman’s Arms.
- Ironbridge Gorge Museums
www.ironbridge.org.uk
- Acton Scott Historic Working Farm
Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 5QN
www.actonscottmuseum.com
A super family day out at a Victorian working farm. Lots of animals to feed and hold for young children. Enjoy demonstrations all in the beautiful setting of the Shropshire Hills.
- West Midlands Safari Park
Spring Grove Rd, Bewdley, Kidderminster DY12 1LF
10am - 3pm weekdays and 10am – 4pm weekends
Booking required.
Gardens
- The Dower House Garden at Morville Hall
Telephone: 01746 714407.
The Dower House Gardens occupy a l.5 acre site in a beautiful setting within the grounds of Morville Hall, near Bridgnorth in Shropshire.
- David Austin
Bowling Green Ln, Albrighton, Wolverhampton WV7 3HB
Telephone: 01902 376334
Breeder of roses. 900 varieties. His show garden is a must see with a lovely tearoom.
- Wollerton Old Hall Garden
Wollerton, Market Drayton TF9 3NA, England
Telephone: 01630 685760
The garden has been designed and developed by Lesley and John Jenkins since 1984, it covers 4 acres, is intensely cultivated and depending upon plant interest, visits can take between 2 and 4 hours.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest City |
Birmingham
(53.9km) |
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| Nearest Town |
Bridgnorth
(7.6km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
The Woodberry Inn, Bridgnorth
(7.5km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Budgens, Bridgnorth
(7.4km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Bridgnorth Golf Club
(9.5km) |
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Oliver's Extras
- Catering Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Breakfast Hampers, Wines and Catering: We can provide Local Luxury Breakfast Hampers by request before booking. This must be paid for no less than one week prior to arrival. We strongly recommend this service, unless you are planning on doing your shopping before arrival. We have selected the very best produce from our award winning local butcher, bakery and the local market. The Breakfast Hamper should last for at least two or three days.
- The Shropshire Hamper £55 Half a dozen free range eggs, six rashes of bacon from our award-winning local butcher, six sausages, one loaf of bread for the bakery, bananas, seasonal berries, yogurts, Kellogg's Variety cereals, luxury granola, milk, ground coffee, luxury marmalade, butter, orange juice. *If you do not eat meat we can exchange the bacon and sausage for smoked salmon and avocados. If you would like your Shropshire breakfast cooked, laid up and cleared away this can be arranged from £30 per day service charge (up to four guests) excluding the cost of the Hamper. Eight guests is £60 service charge etc. This is subject to our housekeeper’s availability. The Continental Hamper £40 Four croissants, four pain au chocolate, loaf of bread from the bakery, milk, bananas, yogurts, orange juice, ground coffee, butter, luxury marmalade, Kellogg’s Variety cereal. We are lucky to have a wonderful, multi-award winning independent wine merchant in Bridgnorth: Tanners of Shrewsbury (founded 1852. If you would like to add a bottle of Tanner’s house label white Sauvignon wine, a Tanner’s bottle of house label red Shiraz wine and a homemade Victoria sponge cake, please add £35. If you wish to add a bottle of Tanner’s reserve champagne, add another £36.
- Fine dining: If you would like our in house catering team to come and cook a special menu we provide locally sourced seasonal menus to suit all tastes. Please request at the time of booking so we can arrange staff to be booked in before your stay to avoid disappointment. Menu choices to be confirmed two weeks before arrival to give us time to source and prepare your special meal. The owner can supply the following wines as selected by the award winning Tanners Wine Merchant: Red Tanners Australian Shiraz, Victoria 2019 - £13.50 Tanner Rhone Valley Red, Cotes du Rhone - £14.50 Tanners Red Burgundy, Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 - £22 or White Muscadet Drouet Freres 2018 - £12.70 Tanners Chardonnay, IGP d’Oc 2021 - £12.50 Tanners White Burgundy, Bourgogne Chardonnay 2016 - £15.50 Champagne Ayala - £36 *Please make sure you have ordered and paid for your Shropshire Hamper no less than one week prior to arrival. If you require a bespoke hamper, (i.e require vintage champagne and chocolates for a honeymoon or special anniversary) this can be arranged please enquire. We will try to assist.
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Oliver's Extras
- Catering Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Breakfast Hampers, Wines and Catering: We can provide Local Luxury Breakfast Hampers by request before booking. This must be paid for no less than one week prior to arrival. We strongly recommend this service, unless you are planning on doing your shopping before arrival. We have selected the very best produce from our award winning local butcher, bakery and the local market. The Breakfast Hamper should last for at least two or three days.
- The Shropshire Hamper £55 Half a dozen free range eggs, six rashes of bacon from our award-winning local butcher, six sausages, one loaf of bread for the bakery, bananas, seasonal berries, yogurts, Kellogg's Variety cereals, luxury granola, milk, ground coffee, luxury marmalade, butter, orange juice. *If you do not eat meat we can exchange the bacon and sausage for smoked salmon and avocados. If you would like your Shropshire breakfast cooked, laid up and cleared away this can be arranged from £30 per day service charge (up to four guests) excluding the cost of the Hamper. Eight guests is £60 service charge etc. This is subject to our housekeeper’s availability. The Continental Hamper £40 Four croissants, four pain au chocolate, loaf of bread from the bakery, milk, bananas, yogurts, orange juice, ground coffee, butter, luxury marmalade, Kellogg’s Variety cereal. We are lucky to have a wonderful, multi-award winning independent wine merchant in Bridgnorth: Tanners of Shrewsbury (founded 1852. If you would like to add a bottle of Tanner’s house label white Sauvignon wine, a Tanner’s bottle of house label red Shiraz wine and a homemade Victoria sponge cake, please add £35. If you wish to add a bottle of Tanner’s reserve champagne, add another £36.
- Fine dining: If you would like our in house catering team to come and cook a special menu we provide locally sourced seasonal menus to suit all tastes. Please request at the time of booking so we can arrange staff to be booked in before your stay to avoid disappointment. Menu choices to be confirmed two weeks before arrival to give us time to source and prepare your special meal. The owner can supply the following wines as selected by the award winning Tanners Wine Merchant: Red Tanners Australian Shiraz, Victoria 2019 - £13.50 Tanner Rhone Valley Red, Cotes du Rhone - £14.50 Tanners Red Burgundy, Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 - £22 or White Muscadet Drouet Freres 2018 - £12.70 Tanners Chardonnay, IGP d’Oc 2021 - £12.50 Tanners White Burgundy, Bourgogne Chardonnay 2016 - £15.50 Champagne Ayala - £36 *Please make sure you have ordered and paid for your Shropshire Hamper no less than one week prior to arrival. If you require a bespoke hamper, (i.e require vintage champagne and chocolates for a honeymoon or special anniversary) this can be arranged please enquire. We will try to assist.
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
| Security deposit | £750 charged to the client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to a full inspection |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £750 charged to the client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to a full inspection |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price. Please note that the linen change including towels and sheets is £25/room unless you’re staying over a week. This is offered on the 8th day of your stay or at a time arranged with our housekeeper to suit you and is inclusive. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Flexible |
| Minimum stay | 3-nights. 5-nights across July & August & Festive dates. |
| Pets welcome? | A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs allowed on request at the time of booking. Please note that there will be an additional charge of £30 per dog, per stay. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included. Please note that due to the rural location the internet speed is variable and can fluctuate when demand is high |
Please note that the owners offer their own catering and service staff, that can be enquired at the moment of booking. Bookings with local catering companies are not accepted.
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 4 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21st 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £624 | £882 | £1,140 | £1,398 | £1,785 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | - | - | - | £1,704 | £2,220 |
| Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | - | - | - | £1,704 | £2,220 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Mar 28th 2025 | £624 | £882 | £1,140 | £1,398 | £1,785 |
| Mar 28th 2025 - Apr 14th 2025 | £688 | £946 | £1,204 | £1,462 | £1,849 |
| Apr 14th 2025 - May 2nd 2025 | £624 | £882 | £1,140 | £1,398 | £1,785 |
| May 2nd 2025 - May 5th 2025 | - | £946 | £1,204 | £1,462 | £1,849 |
| May 5th 2025 - May 23rd 2025 | £624 | £882 | £1,140 | £1,398 | £1,785 |
| May 23rd 2025 - Jun 2nd 2025 | - | £946 | £1,204 | £1,462 | £1,849 |
| Jun 2nd 2025 - Jun 27th 2025 | £624 | £882 | £1,140 | £1,398 | £1,785 |
| Jun 27th 2025 - Jul 25th 2025 | £688 | £946 | £1,204 | £1,462 | £1,849 |
| Jul 25th 2025 - Sep 15th 2025 | - | - | - | £1,419 | £1,849 |
| Sep 15th 2025 - Oct 17th 2025 | £624 | £882 | £1,140 | £1,398 | £1,785 |
| Oct 17th 2025 - Oct 24th 2025 | £688 | £946 | £1,204 | £1,462 | £1,849 |
| Oct 24th 2025 - Dec 19th 2025 | £624 | £882 | £1,140 | £1,398 | £1,785 |
| Dec 19th 2025 - Dec 26th 2025 | - | - | - | £1,704 | £2,220 |
| Dec 26th 2025 - May 25th 2026 | - | - | - | £1,704 | £2,220 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Heaven!
This is the perfect getaway! We visited a few weeks ago (beginning of May) and we enjoyed every second of our stay. Not only the place is dog friendly but it’s a dogs heaven (humans as well). You enjoy a spacious garden, featuring beautiful trees and a small stunning church. The sensation of relaxation strikes you immediately once you enter the premises. The whole time, you basically feel like you live in a fairy tale - just enjoying wine or coffee in the garden is unmatched. The house is stunning, very clean and equipped with anything you might dream of. The hosts are unbelievably kind and welcoming,
available for any questions or issues, and even though you wouldn’t want to leave, nearby you can find stunning locations (such as Much Wenlock - don’t miss Wenlock Priory and the stunning Bodenham Arboretum). Don’t second guess, this is a “must destination”. -
Chevaliers Gatehouse
Very relaxing, & atmospheric, stepping back in time in the middle of nowhere
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Utterly beautiful and done really well
This venue is an amazing place to stay. Yes it has some slightly less practical aspects (the spiral staircase and dining room only being accessible from outside but these are more than overcome by the benefits.
Not only are you staying in a 17th Century Gate house in beautiful well kept grounds in the middle of some very beautiful countryside and at night sleeping in beds large enough you need to send out a search party for your partner but this place is set apart hy the little things that are just done right. It is well thought out though out and finished to a high standard and has all the things you want and does it well. It even has a kitchen you can cook in.
Over and above the place is a warm friendly place to stay that extremely interesting and luxurious. Highly recommended and would happily visit again. -
Utterly charming and done really well
This venue is an amazing place to stay. Yes it has some slightly less practical aspects (the spiral staircase and dining room only being accessible from outside but these are more than overcome by the benefits.
Not only are you staying in a 17th Century Gate house in beautiful well kept grounds in the middle of some very beautiful countryside and at night sleeping in beds large enough you need to send out a search party for your partner but this place is set apart hy the little things that are just done right. It is well thought out though out and finished to a high standard and has all the things you want and does it well. It even has a kitchen you can cook in.
Over and above the place is a warm friendly place to stay that extremely interesting and luxurious. Highly recommended and would happily visit again. -
Highly recommend
It's a beautiful place and all the staff were lovely. We arrived at the end of a busy Bank Holiday weekend and the cleanliness wasn't quite where we would have liked it to be but otherwise it was a very nice stay. We also got a hamper which we would highly recommend. The grounds are beautiful and it's remote down a single track lane - not one we'd want to drive down in the dark - so a perfect place for a quiet stay.
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Upton Gatehouse
We really enjoyed our stay in this fantastic old property. The upper bedroom which has windows on all four sides was a joy. The children found it very exciting, especially the bath in the middle of the room, and we loved looking through the books. On the first floor there are the other bedroom and living room, which was well supplied with firewood, and in the evenings we were cosy in front of the fire. The other good thing was the two shower rooms located in one of the turrets. The underfloor heating was much appreciated, and it was fun being in the turret. We only used the actual dining room once, since it was inconvenient to run across to it in the cold weather, but it was a lovely room and we had the candles going to get the best atmosphere. The owner of the main house was very obliging and took us in to see the main hall - a fantastic old building. All in all it was a very enjoyable time and I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting a quiet countryside setting.
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Amazing decor - somewhere I'd really recommend..
A great place to spend a weekend away. Although the Gatehouse is huge, 2 people and a dog can fill it quite happily - we weren't rattling around too much.
We were visited every day by the caretaker to make sure everything was okay - lovely walks near by and good pubs.
Amazing decor - somewhere I'd really recommend. You can tell the place has a lot of history. It's a real step up from the standard holiday cottage.
The only down side was the local farms cat had managed to get into the gatehouse before we arrived, and had eaten half a loaf of bread!
Don't miss out! Reserve now and get a full refund if you change your mind within 48hrs.
