Willow Barn Pinfold Barn

Sleeping up to six guests across three restful bedrooms, this spacious barn conversion set on a working farm in rural Shropshire offers the perfect base for families and groups of friends. The local area abounds in scenic walking trails, thriving markets, and historic towns and villages all awaiting your discovery – not before you say good morning to the resident cattle and sheep.

For the nights you don’t fancy cooking, the host village of Northwood (1.5 miles) boasts a traditional pub/restaurant with a wholesome food menu. Further afield, uncover the splendid Georgian architecture in the market town of Whitchurch (8 miles) or head to medieval Shrewsbury (15 miles) to walk its cobbled streets, learn about the birthplace of Charles Darwin, and explore the town’s castle, abbey, and museums.

You can also pick up local produce at the lively markets in historic Oswestry (15 miles) – with markets running on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Step into this welcoming barn conversion, kick off your muddy walking shoes in the entrance, and move through to the stylish and light-filled kitchen/diner.

This airy and well-appointed space boasts everything needed for cooking up holiday feasts using the local produce you sourced on your travels. Enjoy the chef’s work at the long dining table, at the breakfast bar if numbers are low, or alfresco-style out on the furnished patio accessed through the arched French doors.

After each holiday meal, head to the splendid lounge to let stomachs settle, noticing the underfloor heating beneath your feet as you venture through the home. In the lounge, sink into one of the soft sofas, fire up the roaring wood burner, flick on the Smart TV, and settle in for a cosy evening together.

On sunny days, you can swing open the French doors to let the fresh countryside air fill the room. At the end of each busy day away, follow the stairs to the first floor and choose from three stylish bedrooms: a master king-size with an en-suite bathroom, plus a double bedroom and a cosy bunk room that kids will love.