Holiday Apartments in West Midlands

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What our customers say about their holidays

• Hugh - Verified booking

  The Coach House The Coach House was very clean and well equipped.

  The bedding was immaculate and the beds very comfortable. We did find, however, that because the glass in the picture window in the living room had no heat reflecting capabilities and there were no blinds, the window was facing the sun all afternoon and the property became uncomfortably hot, even with all the windows open, and stayed so all night. Perhaps blinds could be fitted or a fan provided? Our other small issue was outside lighting. On the first night the outside “up and down lights” on the property kept flicking on and off, all night, for no apparent reason. This wouldn’t have been a problem but for the fact that a light unit had been fitted directly underneath each bedroom window so they kept shining through the curtains. The second day we played with the unmarked switches by the door and it seemed to be better but there didn’t seem to be a way of just turning it off. Stable cottage, next door, and very close, though not visible in the photos or mentioned in the description, and had multiple outside LED lights. One of their floodlights was pointed at the bedroom on the one end of the Coach House and on the second night that was flashing on and off, again, all night for no apparent reason. It was like being next to a light house! Luckily it was off for the third and final night. It also had windows above and overlooking the bedroom so we felt obliged to keep the curtains shut all the time. I would have mentioned these minor points to the owners/manager but nobody met us on the first day or made contact during our stay. I fully appreciate some guests may not be bothered by these issues but we found it too warm and too bright at night. So overall, a lovely property in a great location but we wouldn’t return due to the aforementioned issues.

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• Christopher - Verified booking

  COMFORT: The bed was comfortable.

  Settee broken down and impossible to sit on properly. 'Dining' table drawer meant it was impossible to sit with legs under. Nowhere to hang washing if you use washing machine. Traffic noise intrusive to sleep and television watching (even with windows closed and blinds down). Lots of cushions supplied. CLEANLINESS: Kitchen area, tops, fridge, hob and oven clean. Crockery and saucepans dirty with ingrained food and (removable) stains on mugs. Dust++ behind bedside cabinet on skirting (easily cleanable). SAFETY: Rug (lounge) trip hazard due to being ruckled. Step just inside bathroom - no warning and not in description. Gateleg 'dining' table very rickety (partly due to additions to legs to accommodate differences in floor height and also moved if anyone walking by it (due to floorboards). The slopes of the floor (not mentioned in description) are a hazard in kitchen dining area, especially if carrying hot liquids. I have balance problems and found the floor difficult. Lacks adequate handrail to get in and out of bath. FACILITIES: Well equipped kitchen area with small worktop space. Small television has no aerial so no Freeview or Freesat, just app only (no subscriptions included). This small flat boasts lots of extras such as antique wooden cap-stretcher, plastic flowers in chamber pot, antique trouser and jacket hanger, and many plastic flowers arrangements (including in bathroom).

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• Mark - Verified booking

  The overall stay was excellent.

  The flat is full of character and decorated with care. The views were second to none and the location in Ironbridge itself was truly special.There was a few things which could make slight improvements. - it said on the listing there was a washing machine but there wasn't. We did plan on washing some of our young son's clothes, it's not a massive issue but it's to bear in mind. - a welcome basket would have been a nice touch. We arrived quite late, meaning we couldn't grab any bits for the morning. Some coffee, tea bags and milk satchets would have been nice. This isn't a deal breaker by any stretch and didn't spoil the stay. - some of the cupboards felt a little 'lived in.' the cleaning cupboard under the sink was what you would expect to find at home, Christmas tree in the storage space and spare bulbs etc. again, it's fine but a little attention to detail would really elevate this already brilliant property. - parking was a little tricky at times as the road leading up to the property and parking area was tight. If you have a bigger car (which we do, unfortunately) it can be a bit touch and go with the walls! - having said all that, we loved staying here, the location was great and perfect for our needs. The flat was lovely, well presented, comfortable and spacious. We'd happily stay here again.

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• Robin - Verified booking

  The apartment was as described so no disappointments and we found the stairs to the 3rd floor were easy to manage.

  The apartment was quirky, with bent beams and sloping floors which added to the character. Even on the hottest day of the year it maintained a comfortable temperature if you had the blinds down. The bed and pillows were comfy and the bedroom quite spacious with a good wardrobe. It had most things you require including hairdryer and iron, we did however find the TV difficult to operate. The parking was an advantage (£1.80/ hour outside the property) and once you got through the narrow entrance (opposite the orange / pink house) it was fine, I got through with a BMW330 with some space to spare. The caretaker left us a fan due to the hot weather - so we were well looked after. This was our second visit to Ludlow which is a lovely place especially for foodies (try The Church, Golden Moments, The Blue Boar, Mortimer's and Bistro 7), but would advise to book in advance. There's also Ludlow Brewery only 5 minutes walk away with a tap house, also a Tesco and Aldi within 5 minutes. Traffic noise was minimal - mainly on recycling day.

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• Robert - Verified booking

  Great location and Ludlow is a compact historic town with all facilities (town and flat).

  I recognised the narrow entrance but could not find much on what sort of car could be driven in. Once in loads of space so that is a real bonus in Ludlow. My daughter found it (narrow entrance warning) on another part of website, but that was after I had booked. I can confirm a med-large SUV can get in but it was tight and the locals would stop and watch as I went in and out! The slopping floor is either a quirky reature or a real pain depending on your point of view. If it was actually built (into the loft space) like this I would be surprised and (as an ex building inspector) do not think it would get approved now. I missed the strip the bed instruction which was buried in the mid-stay email until it was too late (out by 09.30?) - this should be in the instructions on booking. I know the prices have all gone up as we look for staycations but not cheap - would probably look for another flat/cottage next visit.

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