This beautiful barn conversion offers views of hills and trees as far as the eye can see in Shropshire. With four bedrooms and a stunning outdoor area, including a fire pit, this period-meets-contemporary property provides the ideal venue for a group holiday with friends or family (plus the dog, of course).
Your dog will know he’s welcome immediately, as you cross the farm to reach the barn which sits in large, landscaped grounds on the brow of a hill. Leave your wellies at the door — inside, antique style meets contemporary finishes in this cleverly designed barn, including stone floors with underfloor heating and a vast, open-plan living area with a long, decadent dining table for those special occasion holiday feasts. Then, give yourselves a real treat with the sleeping arrangements. One super-king, one king, one double, and one (very plush) twin might make it difficult to choose.
Your location on the fringes of Ludlow is a lucky one. The market town is unique for its cliff-nestled architecture. Take your pup on a tour of the ruined fortress at Ludlow Castle, a lovely mile’s walk from the barn across the Whitcliffe Common Nature Reserve. The Norman castle is surrounded by a friendly grassy bank which often plays host to festivals, markets, and concerts. Ludlow’s dog-friendly inns — like The Unicorn and the Rose & Crown — will welcome you and your pooch in traditional fashion. Venture further into this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and explore its hilly walks, guaranteed to tire out your dog. Begin with The Shropshire Way, which can be joined from Ludlow, or journey 30 miles to Shrewsbury for an explore along one of several Mary Webb trails.