Guests say
Brookside Manor House in Oswestry, Shropshire, is a charming property that offers a mix of rustic and modern facilities. Guests have enjoyed the spaciousness, the mix of activities available, and the property's suitability for large groups and family gatherings. The picturesque location and the helpfulness of the host are frequently mentioned. While some guests have noted areas in need of improvement, the overall experience has been positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The cleanliness of the property received mixed reviews. While some guests found it clean and well-maintained, others reported issues with hygiene and cleanliness, including dirty kitchenware and a lack of basic cleaning supplies. The property appears to require more consistent attention to cleanliness.
The location of the property is highly praised, with its proximity to local attractions such as Chirk Castle and the Aqueduct. Guests enjoyed the picturesque surroundings and the convenience of nearby walks and places of interest, making it an ideal setting for a holiday retreat.
Comfort levels at the property are generally well-regarded, with guests appreciating the spacious rooms and the cosy atmosphere. However, some guests experienced issues with heating and hot water, which affected their comfort during the stay.
The facilities, including a swimming pool, hot tub, and sports courts, were a highlight for many guests. Nonetheless, there were comments about the need for maintenance and updates, with some facilities not functioning properly or appearing tired. The owner's responsiveness to issues was noted as a positive aspect.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
A welcoming country house, part of which dates from the 17th century, set in just under 2 acres of grounds, situated in the small village of Bronygarth above the beautiful Glyn Ceiriog Valley. With views to Chirk Castle, this homely Shropshire property boasts many original features including polished wooden floors, ornate ceilings and beautiful fireplaces. It provides spacious accommodation exuding a "home from home" feel which is ideal for a large family to get together in this unspoilt part of the country. With stunning views from the front, this large cottage near Oswestry boasts 10 unique bedrooms, six of which can accommodate a family of four. Four of the bedrooms boast en-suite facilities, plus there are an additional three family bathrooms, one of which features a corner Jacuzzi bath. The large farmhouse-style kitchen has wooden floors, ceiling beams and an oil-fired Rayburn, making it the perfect place to prepare a celebratory dinner for the whole family. The galleried reception/dining room with sash windows and woodburning stove seats 26 people and the main sitting room has an inglenook fireplace and a woodburning stove, ideal for relaxing in front of a family film. But that is not all! There is the added benefit of a library, a conservatory and a games room with a full-size snooker table. Spend some time over breakfast on the decked area as you plan the day's activities, which is where you will also find the soothing hot tub, where you can relax in the evening as you relive your fun-filled days. The extensive grounds surround the house and consist of mature gardens, lawns, seating and a large brick-built barbecue. This beautiful area of Shropshire offers many walks and cycle routes with Offa's Dyke Path running close by. The cottage boasts magnificent views of Chirk Castle, a 14th century fortress owned by the National Trust, which sits across the valley. The more energetic amongst your party can walk to the castle along the historic Offa's Dyke path. Just a short drive away is the popular tourist town of Llangollen with a steam railway, a variety of watersports and the stunning Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, which is a World Heritage Site. With so much to see and do both at this wonderful cottage and in the surrounding area, a memory-filled holiday awaits!
The village of Bronygarth is situated in the Ceiriog Valley and lies on the Offa's Dyke Path. Just across the River Ceiriog is Chirk Castle with its gardens, medieval tower and dungeon.
Accommodation
A beautiful country house over three floors.
Ten bedrooms: 1 x master family room with 1 king-size double and 2 singles with en-suite roll-top bath, separate shower, basins, bidet and WC, 1 x family room with 1 king-size double and 2 singles, 1 x second floor family room with 1 double and 2 singles with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 3 x family room with 1 double and 2 singles (two with en-suite shower, basin and WC), 2 x single, 1 x ground floor double, 1 x ground floor twin.
Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, separate shower, basin, bidet and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area (seats 8) and breakfast bar.
Utility.
Galleried reception and dining hall (seats 26) with woodburning stove.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Library.
Conservatory with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with open fire and woodburning stoves.
Oil-fired Rayburn range cooker, electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games, toys and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fires included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Towels not normally provided but can be on request Cot and highchair available.
Off road parking for 10 cars.
Lockable bike storage.
Large lawned garden with patios, furniture, hot tub and BBQ.
Games room with full-size snooker table.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 miles.
Note: Garden is suitable for garden parties by prior arrangement with owner.
Note: Outside catering can be arranged by owner.
Note: No stag and hen parties.
Outside: garden and patio area.
note: The swimming pool and sauna shown in the images above are not included in the rental cost; these facilities are available to book directly with the owner on your arrival for 2-hour private block sessions from 10-12, 1-3pm or 4-6pm daily at £20.00 per session; please note that each session is for a maximum of 10 people for health & safety reasons.
NOTE: The squash courts, gym and tennis courts are not included in the rental cost; these facilities are available for private hire for over 16s only plus for exclusive use of the two glass-backed squash courts, gym with treadmill, rowing machine and weights and all weather tennis court, please contact the owner on arrival for further information.
Property is available Friday to Sunday, For Week day check-in’s please contact Reservations to obtain pricing.
Please note: 21/06/25 there will be a community charity event with live music at the property.
Reviews (42)
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Sonia
Whole Place looks like it needs a deep clean The showers look like they havenât been cleaned and some have mould Floors and skirting boards are dirty in some of the rooms Cobwebs and spiders in rooms Carpet looks grimy in some of the rooms Two of the beds were sloping so people had to change beds. Couldnât get Jacuzzi bath to work but it looked grimy so we probably wouldnât have used it anyway Very poor lighting in the kitchen when trying to cook Lack of updated appliances, e.g. coffee maker, blender Some of the pans are very tired and could do with updating - 1 large frying pan without non stick - not much good for 15 people! Mice in the kitchen at night running around Outside really needs a lot of work. Could be a beautiful space. No quality seating for comfort or dining. Dirty plastic chairs rusting table. - seating without cushions. Doesnât look like theyâve ever swept the floor outside or bothered weed in the area to make it look presentable for guests. Owner left the house 10 years ago and looks like they havenât touched it much to it since except to knock bits of tatty wood around weak spots outside. Barbecue hasnât been properly cleaned up from the last guest and was just a rusty mess Hot tub area needs looking at very poorly maintained also access to it was but precarious and needs maintenance - bodged decking area. Whole out side area looks like it needs maintenance - sweeping, cleaning weeding Steps up to grass are not family friendly at back Shed full of tat on display in garden For the money that is paid it should be so much cleaner and provide comfortable outdoor seating. Swimming pool is an older lined pool (not tiled) lots of ridges underfoot and very slippy for the children outside the pool. Also the ledge is very narrow around the pool so not great. Didnât charge us for the hour but but to be honest if they had weâd have thought, it was a bit of a cheek. To top it off, they held a community event on the front lawn which were only asked about two weeks before we arrived - explained it was an annual Solstice event, didnât explain there were other options or that it was a night event. Made it out to be, âabit of music, bouncy castle and few beers and chip buttiesâ. However, on arrival there were already three large colourful tents on the front lawn blocking the country views and use of the lawn. People and vehicles were milling around in preparation and a knock at the door for electricity. The next day more people and vehicles until the event started much later than we expected and and then a live band started at 9 pm around 20 metres from the house!! Music only went off when I messaged at 12:30 am because no one in our group could sleep. More people moving around outside the house and heavy machinery to remove the tents once dismantled. Joke! Total lack of privacy and intrusion that was never explained prior, Simon downplayed the impact on guests. Poor communication from the owner who keeps talking about discussing the situation with the committee rather than giving us a part refund. This seems to be a trend if you look at some of the other reviews. Not a lovely bright, clean country Manor House by any means- To be honest, after staying there, Iâd have struggled to pay 2k for it for a weekend Let alone closer to 4K!! So far, weâve been insulted by an offer of £150 refund! Donât waste your time, effort and money!
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Heena
Very spacious perfect for big groups. The mattress's in the annex are so uncomfortable-we slept on the sofa on the 2nd and 3rd night. The heaters don't work in there either which we reported. We had a water issue no warm water for more than 12 hrs. We was told its because there is a lot of people at the property and the boiler takes longer to warm the water. Some of us had to have a shower in cold water after using the pool and hot tub. It's not ideal and really need to update the boiler system. You cannot expect people to wait 12 hrs for warm water. Also two bathrooms were broken and we had to get someone in to have a look at it. You don't expect these issues when you pay alot of money. I felt like Simon didn't really care. We got a £250 refund at the end. I wish I could recommend this property and even come back but I wouldn't as the house really needs TLC and money spent on it to maintain it. It's a real shame to be honest. My only advise would be to READ ALL THE OTHER reviews prior to booking as I didn't and wish I did first!!
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Ken
We all had a great time the bedrooms were well kept as was the rest of the house The owner was brilliant and really helpful The only negative I would say is the heating system needs updating but otherwise brilliant time was had by all