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The Old Byre, Caynham

The Old Byre is a detached barn conversion on the edge of the village of Caynham just three miles from Ludlow. The cottage sleeps four people and has one double bedroom with en-suite bath and one twin bedroom with en-suite shower. Also in the cottage is a fitted kitchen with dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove and French doors. Outside is off road parking for three cars and a decked garden with furniture and BBQ. Situated in the heart of south Shropshire, The Old Byre is a lovely family cottage all year round.

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Accommodation Details

Two bedrooms with TV: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with gas stove.

Ludlow 3 miles. A delightful barn conversion cottage on a smallholding in the grounds of the owner's home, just outside the village of Caynham, three miles from Ludlow. This superb property is an ideal location for friends or families to enjoy walking, cycling, fishing or birdwatching right on the doorstep. The property benefits from underfloor heating throughout with each room being individually controlled, and it retains many features such as original beams and arrow slit windows. There is a well-equipped kitchen with an American fridge/freezer, together with a dining area and sitting area with reclining sofas and a gas stove, making it the perfect place for relaxing after a day out and about. The two stunning bedrooms both have en-suite facilities and also have the luxury of a TV and DVD in each room. Doors from the sitting room can be swung open in the summer onto a rear paved area where you can dine alfresco or just sit and enjoy the distant views to Mortimer Forest. Medieval Ludlow is a delight to spend time ambling around and is only a few miles from the cottage. Discover its listed buildings, 11th century castle, famous food and cultural festivals, excellent restaurants, pubs and tea rooms. Explore the historic market town of Church Stretton, known as Little Switzerland, with wonderful walking on the surrounding Long Mynd hills, as well as the World Heritage Site at Ironbridge, the Severn Valley Railway, Stokesay Castle, the Acton Scot Historic Working Farm and many National Trust houses and gardens. A charming cottage for a memorable holiday at any time of year. Note: This property is next to Ref. 16683, together they sleep 8.

This historic, picturesque village lies in the heart of the beautiful South Shropshire countryside and is set amidst renowned scenic walking and cycling country. The village's outstanding landmark is Caynham Camp, a huge Bronze Age/Iron Age earthwork which covers a site of eight acres at the summit, from which wonderful views can be enjoyed. Only 3 miles away is Ludlow, whose medieval street pattern remains almost intact, and provides a fascinating backdrop for the town's regular street markets, held in the shadow of the castle. Ludlow is renowned for its shopping, and has several Michelin-starred restaurants, as well as numerous tea-shops, pubs and inns.

Amenities & Facilities

Underfloor heating with gas stove. Double electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with FreeSat, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request. Off road parking for 3 cars. Bike storage. Paved garden with furniture and BBQ. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 1.5 miles.

Location Details

This historic, picturesque village lies in the heart of the beautiful South Shropshire countryside and is set amidst renowned scenic walking and cycling country. The village's outstanding landmark is Caynham Camp, a huge Bronze Age/Iron Age earthwork which covers a site of eight acres at the summit, from which wonderful views can be enjoyed. Only 3 miles away is Ludlow, whose medieval street pattern remains almost intact, and provides a fascinating backdrop for the town's regular street markets, held in the shadow of the castle. Ludlow is renowned for its shopping, and has several Michelin-starred restaurants, as well as numerous tea-shops, pubs and inns.

A E Houseman once wrote that Shropshire was "the quietest place under the sun" and today the county remains something of a rural idyll, recognised as one of the least crowded and most peaceful regions in England.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Caynham is detailed below.

Wed 27th Moderate rain 5°C 1°C 9mph 4.6mm 1,015mb
Thu 28th Light rain 5°C 1°C 13mph 0.1mm 1,028mb
Fri 29th Overcast clouds 9°C 6°C 16mph 0.0mm 1,022mb
Sat 30th Overcast clouds 13°C 9°C 19mph 0.0mm 1,018mb
Sun 1st Light rain 13°C 6°C 19mph 4.0mm 1,008mb
Mon 2nd Sky is clear 7°C 3°C 14mph 0.0mm 1,011mb
Tue 3rd Moderate rain 4°C 2°C 18mph 10.4mm 1,008mb

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