Conkers' Cottage, Rushbury near Church Stretton | Barn Conversion Holiday in Shropshire

About Conkers' Cottage

Conkers' Cottage is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion set in the rolling Shropshire countryside near Craven Arms. Original features include exposed timber beams, thick stone walls and traditional barn doors that open onto peaceful rural views. The cottage sits in a quiet hamlet surrounded by fields and woodland.

This is proper countryside. You'll wake to birdsong and views across open farmland. The South Shropshire Hills stretch out in every direction. Perfect for walking straight from the door.

Inside you'll find two comfortable bedrooms sleeping four guests, plus a modern bathroom. The open-plan living area combines kitchen, dining and sitting space under those original beams. Wood-burning stove for cosy evenings.

Ludlow sits 8 miles north (15 minutes) with its medieval castle and market square. Stokesay Castle is 3 miles away (7 minutes). The Long Mynd offers outstanding hill walking 6 miles distant (12 minutes). Shrewsbury makes a great day out at 20 miles (35 minutes).

Conkers' Cottage suits couples or small families wanting authentic barn character and proper countryside peace.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Electric heating and electric log-effect fire
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, tv, selection of toys, and wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair and stairgate
✓Off-road parking for two cars
✓Enclosed patio with seating
✓One well-behaved dog welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 3.5 miles, pub 2.3 miles
✓Note: this property is located on the owner's farm
✓Note: we will only be accepting bookings with a changeover day on a Friday or Tuesday

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Conkers' Cottage

Original Stone Walls

Thick stone walls and exposed timber beams give this barn real character and history throughout the living spaces.

Wood-Burning Stove

The traditional wood burner creates a cosy focal point for evenings after days exploring the Shropshire Hills.

Peaceful Rural Setting

Set in a quiet hamlet with fields and woodland all around, you'll enjoy proper countryside tranquillity here.

Open-Plan Living Space

Kitchen, dining and sitting areas flow together under exposed beams, perfect for socialising and relaxing together.

Walking from the Door

Step straight out into South Shropshire countryside with footpaths leading across farmland and into the hills nearby.

Traditional Barn Doors

Original barn doors open onto rural views, connecting indoor living spaces beautifully with the countryside outside.

Getting To Conkers' Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Conkers' Cottage by car, take the A49 south from Shrewsbury or north from Ludlow, then follow signs towards Craven Arms. The cottage is easily accessible via local roads and you'll have convenient off-road parking for two cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Craven Arms, just 3 miles away with regular services to Shrewsbury and Cardiff. From there, it's a short taxi ride to your countryside retreat.

Off-road parking for two cars

Craven Arms station (3 miles)

Easily accessible from the A49

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Stokesay Castle

Distance: 3 miles

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Ludlow Castle

Distance: 8 miles

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Acton Scott Historic Working Farm

Distance: 4 miles

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The Long Mynd

Distance: 6 miles

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Wenlock Edge

Distance: 10 miles

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Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre

Distance: 3 miles

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Ludlow Market

Distance: 8 miles

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Craven Arms Co-op

Distance: 3 miles

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Bishops Castle Independent Shops

Distance: 9 miles

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Craven Arms Railway Station

Distance: 3 miles

SY7 9NW

Shrewsbury Town Centre

Distance: 20 miles

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Church Stretton

Distance: 7 miles

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Stokesay Castle

Distance: 3 miles

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Ludlow Castle

Distance: 8 miles

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Acton Scott Historic Working Farm

Distance: 4 miles

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The Long Mynd

Distance: 6 miles

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Wenlock Edge

Distance: 10 miles

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Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre

Distance: 3 miles

SY7 9RS

Ludlow Market

Distance: 8 miles

SY8 1AS

Craven Arms Co-op

Distance: 3 miles

SY7 9NY

Bishops Castle Independent Shops

Distance: 9 miles

SY9 5BN

Craven Arms Railway Station

Distance: 3 miles

SY7 9NW

Shrewsbury Town Centre

Distance: 20 miles

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Church Stretton

Distance: 7 miles

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Is Conkers' Cottage Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children will love the freedom of this countryside setting with fields and woodland to explore safely. The open-plan living space gives them room to play whilst you cook. Footpaths lead straight from the cottage for family walks. Acton Scott Historic Working Farm sits 4 miles away. The Long Mynd offers outdoor adventures just 6 miles distant. No games room but plenty of outdoor space.

Groups Will Love...

The exposed timber beams throughout Conkers' Cottage create authentic barn character overhead. These original structural beams span the open-plan living space, connecting you to the building's agricultural past. Combined with thick stone walls and traditional barn doors, they give the cottage real rural personality. The wood-burning stove sits beneath these beams, making a perfect focal point for gathering together on cooler evenings after exploring the Shropshire countryside.

Pet Friendly

Dogs are welcome at Conkers' Cottage, making it perfect for bringing your four-legged companion along. The countryside setting provides excellent walking opportunities straight from the door, with footpaths crossing fields and leading into the South Shropshire Hills. Your dog will love exploring the rural landscape. The cottage sits in a quiet hamlet away from busy roads, giving safe outdoor space for exercise and play.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Conkers' Cottage

The Sun Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY7 9JT

The Kanteen

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY8 1AS

The Crown Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY6 6NU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Conkers' Cottage

Is Conkers' Cottage pet friendly?

Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome at this barn conversion. The countryside setting and direct access to footpaths make it ideal for walking your dog.

What barn features does Conkers' Cottage have?

This stone barn conversion features exposed timber beams throughout, thick original stone walls and traditional barn doors. A wood-burning stove adds to the authentic barn character.

How many guests does the cottage sleep?

Conkers' Cottage sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The accommodation includes one double and one twin bedroom, plus a modern family bathroom.

What is the location like?

The barn sits in a peaceful hamlet near Craven Arms in South Shropshire. You're surrounded by fields, woodland and hill country with footpaths leading straight from the door.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes, off-road parking is provided for two cars. The cottage is easily accessible via the A49 and local roads through the Shropshire countryside.

What can we do nearby?

Ludlow with its castle and food scene is 8 miles away. The Long Mynd offers hill walking 6 miles distant, whilst Stokesay Castle sits just 3 miles from the barn.

Is the cottage suitable for families?

Yes, the two-bedroom layout works well for small families. The open-plan living space and rural setting give children room to play and explore safely.

What facilities are in the kitchen?

The open-plan kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave and dishwasher. Everything you need for self-catering during your stay in this barn conversion.

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Conkers' Cottage Reviews

Stephen

A lovely peaceful and comfortable place to stay. Very well equipped so self catering was easy. More comfortable outside furniture and a parasol would have been appreciated so as to further enjoy the wonderful surroundings and glorious weather. The back door wasnt always easy to lock unlock however this didnt detract from a wonderful stay. Ed was very welcoming and quickly came to sort out a problem with the TV. We wouldnt hesitate to recommend and hope to return.

Just perfect. We had a lovely stay in a wonderful area. We will definitely aim to come again Highly recommended.

Lovely hideaway close to walks in the wood. Although owners live on site there is plenty of privacy. Owners very helpful if needed. Conkers is beautifully furnished, comfortable and warm. Upstairs has plenty of room, lovely little room upstairs with a children,s area to play. Enclosed patio useful when sunny and ideal if you have a dog to keep secure. We will be recommended to a family member. Thank you conkers for a lovely stay Jan 20th27th 2026.

Access is good, with only last three miles being along narrow roads with passing places. Cottage in a great peaceful spot with lovely views. The cottage is much bigger than the website shows. Everything was spotless. Kitchen very well equipped and lounge furniture and beds great quality and extremely comfortable. Heating although electric kept the place warm and cosy even on low. The owners were very friendly and extremely helpful. We had a great stay and would not hesitate to book again in the future

Valerie

Excellent find, highly recommend. Very spacious, cosy cottage with all the necessary facilities and more. Located in a beautiful part of Shropshire with plenty of walks from the cottage and further afield. Also many places of interest in the locality. Look forward to returning

This was our 2nd booking with same top end comfort property has everything you ... This was our 2nd booking with same top end comfort property has everything you need for relaxed , peaceful time away plus the location is so tranquil and provides ideal opportunity to take country walk from your front door we shall for sure rebook

Timothy

We had a beautiful sunny week in the Shropshire hills, based at this very nice accommodation on a working farm. It is very spacious, spotless, and comfortable. There is a great deal to see and particularly outdoor things to do without having to go very far. So many wonderful castles, and pretty small towns with good places to eat. We enjoyed our holiday enormously and feel recharged needed, as we are trying to sell our house!

Christopher

We have had a great time and its a lovely place & cottage. Happy to come back. Tip for the owners Need to sort out the locks on all doors as due to the weather the oak doors and doorframes have shrunken and need love and care.

Robert

Very comfortable spacious in all areas very clean modern and bonus of downstairs bathroomshower facility excellent heating in all rooms including upstairs hall area. very large comfy beds and extra tv in master bedroom we are intending to rebook if possible this year or 2026. highly recommend many thanks Neil & Maria

We loved our stay at this cottage. Its situated in a totally idyllic spot,surrounded by an expanse of green grass and trees. My sister and I love to do a short run in a morning,and this place perfectly suited our needs. The cottage itself was comfortable and spacious.The owners were very friendly and helpful. We loved that there were walks from the cottage too.

Lovely cottage and surroundings would highly recommend.

Robert

We had a wonderful week in this beautiful cottage. Very comfortable bedwarm comfortable lounge with multiple books.dvds,games etc and numerous television channels.Exeptionally clean with all kitchen equipment you could wish for supported by genuine friendly & helpful hosts.

Conkers cottage was clean and comfortable. On arrival the upstairs was very cold, it was January and during a very cold spell but as soon as we turned up the heat we warmed up. Fantastic walks from the property. Kitchen was well equipped.

Excellent facilities. Very comfortable stay on a working farm. Great base for exploring the Shropshire Hills. Highly recommend.

Jacqueline

The cottage was extremely spacious, very clean, very well equipped and in a great location for walking in the Shropshire Hills. We would very likely choose this cottage again in the future if visiting Shropshire again.

We had a lovely stay, in a wonderfully converted barn, very well furnished. The welcome pack was very welcome! The only small negative was the amount of flies that we had to contend with, which I suppose is what you'd expect to find on a working farm.

Lesley

Fabulous spacious cottage which had everything we needed. Lovely setting, the owners and their children were very welcoming. We had a great holiday and would definately recommend

Barbara

A comfortable, well equipped cottage in beautiful surroundings. We did hit a problem which was resolved immediately. A perfect place to explore the attractions of the area. We enjoyed our stay in this cottage very much and I am looking forward to returning at the end of August beginning of September with a friend.

A well appointed, clean, quiet and comfortable cottage in an idyllic corner of Shropshire

Isobel

Had a very pleasant week. The cottage is very nice with comfortable setteeschairsbeds. Wine & cake appreciated. A few more mugs would be useful to make more use of the dishwasher. Great for our dog with walks straight from the cottage. We would definitely visit again.

Fabulous stay. Very relaxing and central to many places. Great place to recharge your batteries. Would definitely stay again if in that area. Thank you.

Lovely quiet and spacious cottage in peaceful setting but easily accessible to amenities. Well furnished and very comfortable beds. Many great walks available from the farm.

Lovely comfy beds and sofas all very clean. If you have a dog you can only walk up the lane,which is very muddy as there is only a patio.would be lovely in dry weather.Dogs are not allowed upstairs,notice on the door. There is no phone signal but we did manage to catch the owners with a problem and the man was very efficient in dealing with it. Would come back in better weather,only came in February as meeting up with our 2 year old dogs sisters.

Beautiful cottage very quiet and relaxing. Walks from door and surrounding areas super. Beds very comfortable. The little touches of the play room and toys for toddlers is a lovely touch.Will go back.

This was our 2nd visit do that should tell you how much we love staying here. Cosy, very well appointed, spacious and spotlessly clean. Beautiful location with fabulous views. The owners are lovely. Highly recommended. We'll be back!

Carole

This is a beautifully furnished and equipped holiday cottage set in a lovely location. As warm and cosy as you want to make it. We arrived in wet weather but when we entered through the boot room, well we called it that, we were able to hang our wet clothes up to dry. There was even a hose outside so we could wash our muddy boots, and the dog, before we came in. Lovely welcome pack of wine and cake. We really wanted to stay forever!

Absolutely stunning cottage in a beautiful location. So quiet. Fabulous position for numerous walks either from the door or just a short drive away. Were hoping to return with our wonderful walking friends in the next year.

Philip

We had a great week at Conkers cottage so peaceful and quiet, the cottage was so comfortable we loved it.

A beautiful, well appointed and comfortable cottage in a beautiful location, perfect for leisurely walks. The beds were very comfortable we all slept like logs. The welcome wine was a lovely touch. We would definitely return.

Michael

A wonderful stay and very comfortable. Just a few pointers in relation to minor cleanliness and maintenance issues Toilet brushholders could do with replacing Patio door latches outside missing so nothing to secure them in the breeze Master bedroom curtain hook missing Another hairdryer in second bedroom and small mirror on the shelf would be useful. We would certainly stay again

This is the place to stay for peace and quiet you can only hear the birds sing. Well fitted out and comfy,no cost spared here everything is top quality,long walks direct from cottage and a delicious welcome pack.The owners were a pleasure to meet and very helpful pity we couldn't stay longer due to medical conditions,we'll done all round loved it Derek

Conker Cottage is situated in a beautiful part of the country and being on a working farm makes it more charming. One small irritant was the down stairs bathroom , A The emitting stench . B size, dont try to use it if you are over a size 10 So, would we back ? Yes, as soon as the problems with the bathroom is sorted .

Returned yesterday from a lovely holiday spent at Conkers Cottage. The cottage is surrounded by glorious countryside and we were very comfortable and enjoyed the facilities provided by the owners who are lovely people, kind and considerate. On our arrival, we found coffee sachets and biscuits were waiting for us in a little basket along with flapjack and a bottle of wine a lovely touch and very much appreciated thank you!

Loraine

One of the best cottages. ..location gorgeous, access good, beautifully equipped and comfortable, spacious and very, very nice.

Absolutely immaculate holiday cottage. Extremely comfortable. Lovely location. Enclosed garden for your dog and a beautiful walk straight from the door. Highly recommended.

Peace and quiet of the countryside with gorgeous starry sky on a clear night, Comfortable Large open living and kitchen area, lovely large bedrooms upstairs with ensuite to master bedroom and bathroom with lovely deep bath to side of second bedroom. My partner forgot some items which were sent back super fast. Lovely country retreat. Thank you to the owners for a great escape.

Abigail

The cottage was lovely, it had everything we needed and was set in beautiful, peaceful surroundings where we could walk the dog away from traffic. We certainly hope to go back.

Elaine

We love this cottage. It's warm, cosy and quite luxurious. It is maintained to a high standard, has beautiful bed linen and towels, is spotlessly clean, and welcomes you with cake, biscuits and wine. Lovely location and convenient for Church Stretton's amenities and pubs. It's our second stay here and we will definitely book again. Brilliant it's fve stars from us.

Conkers Cottage is superb in every category. The bonus is the truly magical location !!!!! A credit to the owners.

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Conkers' Cottage, Rushbury

About Conkers' Cottage

Need To Know

More Barn Holidays You May Like

What Guests Love

Original Stone Walls

Wood-Burning Stove

Peaceful Rural Setting

Open-Plan Living Space

Walking from the Door

Traditional Barn Doors

Getting To Conkers' Cottage

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Conkers' Cottage Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Sun Inn

The Kanteen

The Crown Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Conkers' Cottage Reviews