About Pool Barn

Pool Barn is a beautifully converted barn set in the South Shropshire countryside near Craven Arms. This property sits in extensive private grounds with direct access to a peaceful fishing lake. The location offers complete seclusion whilst remaining perfectly positioned for exploring the Shropshire Hills.

The surrounding area provides excellent walking opportunities across rolling hills and farmland. Ludlow sits just 6 miles away with its medieval castle and famous food market. The Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre makes an ideal base for outdoor activities.

Pool Barn sleeps six guests across three spacious bedrooms. The accommodation features a comfortable lounge with lake views and well-equipped kitchen. All rooms are tastefully furnished throughout the conversion.

Stokesay Castle (4 miles, 8 minutes) showcases medieval architecture. Ludlow Castle (6 miles, 12 minutes) dominates the historic town centre. The Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre (8 miles, 15 minutes) offers walking trails and exhibitions. Ironbridge Gorge Museums (28 miles, 45 minutes) present industrial heritage.

Pool Barn suits families and groups wanting countryside peace. The private lake setting and spacious gardens create a perfect rural retreat.

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Need To Know

✓Electric central heating with electric fire
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge
✓Fuel, power included in the rent, bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking
✓Large garden with patio, seating, gravel and lawn
✓Pet friendly
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 2.8 miles, pub 2.9 miles
✓2-acre lake on site with carp and catfish, free for guests to enjoy
✓Note: this property is located next to the owner's home
✓Note: no children at this property under 12 due to large unfenced lake in the garden

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Pool Barn Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Pool Barn during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Shropshire's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Stokesay Castle

Distance: 4 miles

SY7 9AH

Ludlow Castle

Distance: 6 miles

SY8 1AY

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre

Distance: 8 miles

SY7 9AS

Shropshire Way Trail

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9LN

Long Mynd

Distance: 10 miles

SY6 6JL

Carding Mill Valley

Distance: 11 miles

SY6 6JG

Ludlow Market

Distance: 6 miles

SY8 1AS

Craven Arms Co-op

Distance: 4 miles

SY7 9PS

Tesco Ludlow

Distance: 6 miles

SY8 1XE

Craven Arms Railway Station

Distance: 4 miles

SY7 9NL

Ludlow Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

SY8 1AS

Church Stretton

Distance: 9 miles

SY6 6BX

Stokesay Castle

Distance: 4 miles

SY7 9AH

Ludlow Castle

Distance: 6 miles

SY8 1AY

Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre

Distance: 8 miles

SY7 9AS

Shropshire Way Trail

Distance: 2 miles

SY7 9LN

Long Mynd

Distance: 10 miles

SY6 6JL

Carding Mill Valley

Distance: 11 miles

SY6 6JG

Ludlow Market

Distance: 6 miles

SY8 1AS

Craven Arms Co-op

Distance: 4 miles

SY7 9PS

Tesco Ludlow

Distance: 6 miles

SY8 1XE

Craven Arms Railway Station

Distance: 4 miles

SY7 9NL

Ludlow Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

SY8 1AS

Church Stretton

Distance: 9 miles

SY6 6BX

Is Pool Barn Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Pool Barn offers children space to explore across extensive private grounds and gardens. The on-site fishing lake provides entertainment and wildlife watching opportunities. Three spacious bedrooms accommodate families comfortably. Nearby attractions include Ludlow Castle for history exploration and the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre for outdoor activities. The secluded setting means children can play safely in the gardens without road concerns.

For Couples

Pool Barn creates a romantic countryside escape with its peaceful lake views and complete seclusion. The comfortable lounge overlooks tranquil water and fields. Couples can enjoy quiet evenings in tastefully furnished surroundings. Ludlow sits 6 miles away offering excellent restaurants and medieval streets to explore. The private grounds provide peaceful walks together. However, the property lacks a hot tub for added romance.

Pet Friendly

Pool Barn welcomes dogs to this ideal countryside location. The extensive private grounds provide excellent space for exercise and exploration. Direct lake access and surrounding fields offer varied walking terrain. The secluded setting means dogs can roam safely off-lead in the gardens. Previous guests specifically mention the property's suitability for pets. Hosts Jan and Des keep resident dogs who guests have enjoyed meeting during their stays.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Pool Barn

The Charlton Arms

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY7 9DT

The Green Cafe Ludlow

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY8 1EJ

The Bull Hotel Ludlow

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY8 1AA

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Pool Barn

Does Pool Barn have a hot tub?

No, Pool Barn does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on its peaceful lake setting and spacious gardens instead.

Is Pool Barn pet friendly?

Yes, Pool Barn welcomes dogs in this private countryside setting. The extensive grounds and secluded location make it ideal for pets.

How many people does Pool Barn sleep?

Pool Barn accommodates six guests across three large bedrooms. The living space works well for families though it can feel cosy with six adults.

What facilities are provided at Pool Barn?

The barn includes a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge with lake views. Guests note ample hot water and all essential amenities are provided.

Is there parking at Pool Barn?

Yes, Pool Barn provides ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles. The property is easily accessible despite its rural location.

What is the garden like at Pool Barn?

The property sits in extensive private grounds with direct lake access. Peaceful gardens surround the barn with views across fields and water.

How far is Ludlow from Pool Barn?

Ludlow is 6 miles from Pool Barn, approximately 12 minutes by car. The historic town offers castle visits, markets and restaurants.

What makes Pool Barn special?

The converted barn combines seclusion with comfort in a stunning lakeside setting. Guests particularly praise the cleanliness, peaceful location and helpful hosts.

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Pool Barn Reviews

Heather

Beautiful location and welcoming owners. The property is set in a breath taking and incredible scenic location, set at the top of a many tiered garden, with a fantastic range of trees, shrubs, flowers and plenty of seating to enjoy. Next to the garden are fabulous fields and a fishing lake to explore where you are welcome to fish if desired. The barn itself is very clean and comfortable and perfect for either a relaxing escape or a base for exploring the area, we would defiantly recommend. The owners nearby are are always available if needed, both friendly and welcoming, you couldn't ask for more.

Des was great nothing too much trouble It is the most quiet and tranquil place we have ever stayed

The cottage was very comfortable and cozy. The garden was tranquil and beautiful and a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. The owners were friendly and very kind and helpful.

Steven

Had a lovely stay at Pool Barn. Comfortable house with 3 large bedrooms. Beautiful gardens and a really secluded location. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. We were a little worried by a previous bad review but those worries were completely unfounded.

Fantastic venue in amazing surroundings. We had a lovely short stay.

Gordon

We found the owners very helpful.

The warm and friendly welcome from Jan and Des ensured we felt relaxed and happy to be here from the outset. They were helpful and concerned that we had everything we needed. Pool Barn is a tastefully and beautifully furnished and decorated barn conversion in a stunning setting with the pool, garden and extensive grounds. It was clean, cosy, warm, comfortable and well equipped. The view through the lounge French window as we relaxed with a coffee after our days out was truly lovely. Close by in Craven Arms is the excellent Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, offering lots of information, good facilities and food and a starting point for a variety of walks. A lovely, unspoilt area with lots to see and do a highlight for us was our Long Mynd walk starting and finishing at the National Trust visitor centre in Carding Mill Valley. A brilliant area to visit and Pool Barn was the perfect base for our week in Shropshire.

Steven

Immaculate property with lovely friendly and helpful hosts

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful part of the world Ludlow close by and the owners whilst kind are not imposing.

Pool barn is perfect. Clean warm and very well maintained. The location is idyllic surrounded by fields of sheep a beautiful pool full of fish. Just sit relax and listen to silence. The host Des is very friendly, a pleasure to meet.

Louise

We arrived late Thursday evening and was greeted by the hostsowners of the barn a fabulous couple that really care about your stay and experience. They even helped us in with luggage etc.. the barn is amazing, everything that you need, very, very, very clean and very well maintained. Ample hot water, all things you would need home from home. The barn is situated just outside Ludlow which is a fab market town, and within an hour of Worcester Hereford etc. The gardens of the barn are amazing all very peaceful and tranquil to relax after a busy day out and about. Ample car parking. We had a dog with us that loved the barn and the driveway down as grassed area to smell and walk overlooking a fishing lake. All very private and very perfect. If you book the barn dont use the postcode as it will take you miles down a one car track, go to cravens arms first then put the postcode in, which the host told us when we arrived, I wouldnt worry about the track either as the track only houses 46 houses and you would go down the track to anywhere else, in other words you dont meet traffic. All very, very perfect, I wish the hosts best of luck. And many thanks for our short notice stay.

Andrew

What a lovely place, well looked after and well appointed, comfortable but tight living space for 6 adults to be fair. ...a conservatory would help maybe. The road is a bit lumpy down to the property so glad I didn't have a Porsche

Robina

Beautiful cottage furnished in contrast with cottage ,lovely surroundings Host was very friendly and helpful .

Beautiful property and very welcoming hosts clean and comfortable throughout. Property would benefit from investing in a washing machine and dishwasher but would definitely stay again.

Our hosts were absolutely lovely. 5 for them and across the board. Highly recommend!

Richard

Excellent hosts, fab garden, easy for local places to visit, highly recommend

Anne-marie

Pool Barn is located in a very quiet and beautiful setting close to a lake a couple of Craven Arms surrounded by glorious countryside. The only downside for us was synthetic bedding but otherwise it was very comfortable and clean. It was was a great location for the Shropshire Hills Doscovery Centre, Stokesay Castle and Ludlow and made a perfect weekend getaway.

Lovely stay at Pool Barn, it had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. On the way, missed the turning to the property and car got stuck due to bad weather. The owners and other locals were very helpful in getting the car back on the road. Our daughter and her friend loved the barn and meeting the resident dogs! Remote location great for a quiet few days away but still within reasonable distance of things to do.

Superb get away from it location.

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Pool Barn, Craven Arms

About Pool Barn

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

Pool Barn Attractions & Days Out

Is Pool Barn Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Charlton Arms

The Green Cafe Ludlow

The Bull Hotel Ludlow

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Pool Barn Reviews