Myrtle Cottage is situated in the pretty South Worcestershire village of Eckington, which makes it an excellent base for exploring Worcestershire, Warwickshire & Gloucestershire.
Whether you are looking for a quiet break in the countryside or somewhere to stay on business a warm welcome awaits you at Myrtle Cottage. We offer a first floor suite comprising of one spacious double room, one single room (access through double room) & bathroom with bath & shower. On the ground floor, a comfortable sitting room with a colour television & a selection of books & games. There are drinks making facilities available in the ground floor kitchenette & the bedroom. Wireless Internet connection is available on request,
Eckington nestles between the River Avon to the north & west & Bredon Hill to the southeast. The Parish Church is believed to be almost eight hundred years old & the packhorse stone bridge has an unusual six arches. Eckington Wharf is an ideal place to start the 3.5-mile circular walk that passes several interesting historic aspects along the way. The village has two public houses, general stores & two hairdressers.
Eating out
Both the Anchor Inn & the Bell Inn in the village serve lunchtime & evening meals. Also, Pershore is just 4 miles away & Tewkesbury 8 miles away which have many eating establishments.
Nearby Towns:
Pershore - 4 miles: a small picturesque riverside market town with elegant Georgian architecture, Theatre/Cinema, Leisure Centre, Heritage Centre, Abbey & shopping.
Tewkesbury - 8 miles: Small riverside market town with many medieval buildings. Theatre/Cinema, Museum, Seasonal river trips, Norman Abbey & shopping.
Worcester - 14 miles: Historic riverside city. Royal Worcester porcelain factory, Civil War Museum, Worcester Museum, & Art Gallery, Seasonal river trips, Racecourse, Cathedral, Theatres, Cinemas & Shopping.
Cheltenham Spa - 15 miles: Regency town. Racecourse, Theatres, Cinema, Art Gallery, Museum, Pittville Pump Room & Shopping.
Stratford upon Avon - 26 miles: Riverside & Canal market town. Birthplace of William Shakespeare. Theatres, Gardens, Butterfly farm, Museums, Racecourse & Shopping.