Shoe Cottage

The Boot - Fairytale Accommodation - Tasman near Nelson - South Island - New Zealand

This enchanting small cottage has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and is ideal for a couple. Relax in front of your fireplace, in your own private courtyard or stroll the Jester Café run by the owners. Stroll around 2.4 hectares of private property, or explore the area. Just 30 km or 18 miles to Able Tasman National Park.

'You need to stay at the boot! What a magical air BnB. Judy and Steve created such a beautiful oasis. Not only did we get to enjoy living in a giant boot, but we got to walk around the extended property and enjoy all their stunning sculptures and landscaping. If Abel Tasman weren't so close we would've spent our whole stay on their property. They stocked the kitchen with freshly baked bread, cookies, jam, and peanut butter which was sooo delicious. Coolest!'

Cobbler's Cottage - Pembridge - Leominster - UK

This charming home dating from medieval times, and listed as a Grade II historic building, is comfortable and cosy. With beamed ceilings, inglenook fireplace and classic tudor exposed timber, live inside a piece of history here. Offering 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, 4 guests sleep here in comfort. Styled with exquisite decor, enjoy a fully-equipped kitchen, fireplace and private garden. Walk to restaurants, shops and cafés. The village of Pembridge is on the 'Black and White Village Trail' in Herefordshire. 115 km or 71 miles from Birmingham Airport.

'This cottage is absolutely stunning. Superb styling and furnishings and very well equipped. We found it comfortable and homely, and 'olde worlde' all at the same time. The icing on the cake was a huge hamper full of local produce and treats, which was very welcome.'

Cobbler's Cottage - Moreton-in-Marsh - Gloucestershire - Cotswolds - UK

Built from Cotswold stone, this quintessential cottage has a wealth of character features including exposed beams, an inglenook fireplace with a cosy wood-burning stove, and Cotswold stone mullion windows. With 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom this warm and inviting home welcomes 4 guests. Enjoy the modern kitchen, outdoor courtyard and stylish bedrooms. Located just 900 metres or 0.6 miles from the train station, and walking distance to shops and cafés. 

'From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by its picturesque appearance and warm ambiance. The cottage exudes a timeless charm with its honey-colored stone walls & exposed beams. The furnishings were cozy and inviting.'

Horse Shoe Cottage - Hartland - Devon - UK

With 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms this cosy home sleeps 8 with kitchen, terrace, garden and pool. 4 km or 3.5 miles to Hartford Village. Close to cliff side walks, beaches and Tintagel Castle. Just 5 km to Warren Beach.

'Amazing cottage that’s like the tardis! Really well thought out holiday accommodation that worked well for a toddler, teenagers and adults alike. Pool was such a great feature as we had a few rainy days.'

Horse Shoe Cottage - Shipston-on-Stour -     Warwickshire - UK

This cosy cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom and sleeps 4. Enjoy the fireplace, garden and full kitchen. Ideally placed near north Cotswolds and Stratford-Upon-Avon.

'Fantastic home from home cottage in a fabulous location. Everything you needed was supplied, located fantastically all within 30 mins of most of the 'go to' places.'

Horse Shoe Cottage - Pwllheli - Gwynedd - Wales - UK

This detached renovated barn has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and plenty of space for 11 guests. Enjoy the private parking, outdoor seating and fireplace. Located near the village of Abersoch, Gwynedd, a popular sailing spot with 3 beaches. Ideally located for hiking in the Llŷn Peninsula Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

'Stunning space in a beautiful location. We loved every second of our time here and will be back. The building is beautifully restored and had everything a big family get together needs.'

Shoemaker’s Cottage - Friston - Suffolk - UK

This gorgeous 2-bedroom cottage has 2 bathrooms, welcoming 4 guests with a beautiful private garden, fully-equipped kitchen and loads of character. Explore the Suffolk coastline. Minutes from Suffolk & Essex Coast & Heaths National Landscape. 8 km or 9 miles from Thorpeness Beach.

'Good location if attending an event at Snape Maltings. We appreciated the welcome pack which included fresh eggs, milk, wine, crisps, chocolates and homemade jam.'

Cobbler’s Cottage - Mundesley - Norwich - UK

With 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom this character-filled cottage welcomes 4 guests. Enjoy the sea view, full kitchen, free parking and the cosy wood burner. Explore the Norfolk Coast, visit Mundesley Beach, with its colourful beach huts, or take in the scenery on a hike along the Norfolk Coast Path. An easy walk to cafes, restaurants and the beach, as you are just off Beach Road.

'Lovely cottage very well kitted out and thoughtful additions that made holidaying with our 1-year old much easier. Mundesley was situated very centrally for exploring the north Norfolk coast and the broads and gave us best of both worlds.'

Cobbler’s Byre Cottage - Glendale - Scotland

This 1-bedroom holiday home is located next to the owner's home but in a spacious garden with plenty of privacy. 1 bathroom and full kitchen. This snug home was restored from a late 19th-century byre which was used for cattle, but it is believed to have been at one stage a rural cobbler’s workshop. A river runs nearby, on the 6 acre property. Located in the north-west of the Isle of Skye close to Feriniquarrie village and Glendale. Just 45 km or 30 miles to the Fairy Pools.

'A fantastic holiday in a gorgeous cottage in an idyllic location. Great base for exploring Skye.
The cottage was beautiful with it's own little private garden area. The cottage was on a large area of land which we were allowed to use freely. Internal decor was fresh and pretty. Kitchen and bathroom were modern and spotlessly clean. We felt the location was great to explore the island.'

To get to Tasman, New Zealand

• Fly into Wellington Airport WLG
• Take a taxi 11 km or 7 miles to the ferry port at Pipitea for the Cook Strait Ferry
• Take the ferry from Wellington to Picton via Marlborough Sounds (one of the most beautiful ferry rides in the world)
• Drive 170 km or 110 miles

In the UK

• fly into London Heathrow Airport LHR
• to get to Bideford in Devon drive 312 km or 200 miles
• Drive 128 km or 80 miles to Shipston-on-Stour
• to get to Pwllheli fly into Liverpool Airport LPL
• Drive 175 km or 110 miles
• to get to Friston in Suffolk fly into London Stansted Airport STN
• Drive 120 km or 75 miles
• to get to Mundesley in Norwich fly into London Stansted Airport STN
• Drive 175 km or 110 miles
• To get to Glendale on the Isle of Skye, fly into Inverness Airport INV
• Drive 224 km or 140 miles

Arrange your hire car for your journey, choose from petrol, electric or hybrid vehicles.

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I trust you have enjoyed the magic of My Fairytale Cottage. Bon Voyage!