Situated just 15 miles from Shrewsbury, Ash Barn is a well-presented former dairy building on a working livestock farm with stunning countryside views. Arranged around a courtyard alongside three other properties, the red brick barn has been thoughtfully restored to preserve the original character with exposed oak beams and weathered brickwork. Dual aspect windows flood the contemporary living spaces with light, while underfloor heating keep things warm on cooler days. Ideal for a family or couple looking for a peaceful rural getaway.
Outside is a spacious garden complete with a barbecue, secure enough for dogs and children to play safely. The farm is home to cattle and sheep which can be seen grazing in the surrounding fields, and guests are welcome to walk along the public footpaths through the grounds
Shrewsbury is a market town that lies in a loop of the River Severn. The centre has meandering streets lined with half-timbered Tudor buildings, overlooked by Shrewsbury Castle which houses the Shropshire Regimental Museum, where military artefacts include pictures, uniforms, medals, and weaponry. The town has a good range of independent shops, high street brands, pubs, and places to eat.
The Shropshire Hills can be reached in around an hour, with excellent walking opportunities at Carding Mill Valley, The Long Mynd, and The Devil’s Chair, a quartzite-topped ridge known for its eerie rock formations and mythic legends.
There are plenty of family-friendly attractions nearby. Highlights include Hawkstone Park Follies (20 mins), a magical landscape full of mysterious caves, cliffs, towers, and nature trails to explore; Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World (45 mins), with petting barns, daily animal encounters, and interactive woodland walks dotted with animatronic dinosaurs; and Ironbridge Gorge (50 mins), a UNESCO World Heritage site, with 10 award-winning museums, including an open-air Victorian town.
A community pub that serves Sunday lunch is just over a mile away. Other pubs, cafes, restaurants, shops, and amenities can be found in Wem, a 10 minute drive from Ash Barn.
Ground floor:
Kitchen with dining table
Sitting room
First floor:
Bedroom with king-size bed
Bedroom with twin beds
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Biomass underfloor heating
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, toaster, kettle
WiFi
Smart TV
Fuel and power
Bed linen and towels
Ample off-road parking available
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, and barbecue
Access to stone path that leads to fields and public footpath
Children and infants welcome
Highchair and travel cot available on request
Sorry, no dogs allowed
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 4.3 miles, pub 1.2 miles, river, canal 1.3 miles
Distances are calculated “as the crow flies”, so actual driving, cycling, and walking distances may differ.
