hosts

Stephanie and Derek manage the cottage lets with the help of their three children, Samantha (Sam), Michael (Mike) and Jonathan (Jon).

Derek maintains the grounds, Sam sometimes helps her mother to clean and irons sheets, and Mike and Jon mow lawns.

Originally the whole farm belonged to Stephanie’s father Colin Shaw. He retired from farming in 1999 and sold most of the farm land, which continues to be farmed by a neighbouring farmer.

The start of the stable and hay loft conversions took place in 1990 with Bulrush and Lily cottage. Hazel and Bramble cottages were developed a couple of years later. The latest two to be included are Laburnum from the milking parlour and Barley from the original farm worker’s cottage with a piece of the hay loft added.

Stephanie also runs a physiotherapy practice from the farmhouse, so be sure to let her know if you are suffering from any ailments! Michael and Jonathan are prepared to offer a baby sitting service. Mid week no later than 11pm, and midnight at the weekends.

Irelands farm is truly an island within the Warwickshire countryside. It is an idyllic place to unwind and relax.