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Southdown is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in Shropshire, set in the peaceful village of Hopesgate near the Welsh border. Original exposed beams and vaulted ceilings create a striking interior space, while thick stone walls and traditional barn features add authentic character throughout. The conversion retains its agricultural heritage with carefully preserved original details.

The barn sits in open countryside with views across rolling Shropshire hills and farmland. Woodland walks start from the doorstep. You're surrounded by fields and quiet rural lanes perfect for exploring on foot.

The accommodation sleeps up to six guests across three bedrooms with two bathrooms.

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About Southdown

Southdown is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in Shropshire, set in the peaceful village of Hopesgate near the Welsh border. Original exposed beams and vaulted ceilings create a striking interior space, while thick stone walls and traditional barn features add authentic character throughout. The conversion retains its agricultural heritage with carefully preserved original details.

The barn sits in open countryside with views across rolling Shropshire hills and farmland. Woodland walks start from the doorstep. You're surrounded by fields and quiet rural lanes perfect for exploring on foot.

The accommodation sleeps up to six guests across three bedrooms with two bathrooms. Open-plan living spaces feature a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable seating areas. Large barn windows flood the rooms with natural light.

Ludlow lies 8 miles away (15 minutes' drive) with its medieval castle and independent shops. The Long Mynd offers hill walking 6 miles north (12 minutes). Ironbridge Gorge Museums are 18 miles east (30 minutes). Shrewsbury's historic centre is 16 miles northeast (25 minutes).

Perfect for families and groups wanting a genuine barn conversion experience in unspoilt Shropshire countryside. Southdown delivers authentic rural living with space to breathe.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Southdown

Exposed Beams & Vaulted Ceilings

Original timber beams and soaring vaulted ceilings showcase the barn's agricultural past. These striking features create impressive living spaces with real character.

Peaceful Rural Location

Set in open Shropshire countryside near Hopesgate village. Fields and woodland surround the barn with hill views and quiet lanes for walking.

Spacious Open-Plan Living

Large open-plan spaces with modern kitchen and comfortable seating areas. Barn windows bring in natural light across the converted interior.

Stone Walls & Original Features

Thick stone walls and preserved barn features maintain authentic agricultural character. The conversion respects the building's working history throughout.

Welsh Border Countryside

Located near the Welsh border with access to Shropshire Hills. Rolling landscapes and moorland walks start from the doorstep.

Sleeps Six Guests

Three bedrooms and two bathrooms accommodate families or groups comfortably. Well-planned spaces work for longer stays in the countryside.

Getting To Southdown

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Southdown by car, take the A489 towards Bishop's Castle and follow signs for Hopesgate. The barn conversion is easily accessible from main roads with convenient off-road parking available upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Craven Arms, approximately 6 miles away. From there, a short taxi journey brings you to this peaceful Shropshire countryside location.

Off-road parking available
Craven Arms station (6 miles)
Accessible from the A489

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Wenlock Priory
Distance: 6 miles (12 min drive)
TF13 6HS
Saint Leonard's Church
Distance: 8.8 miles (16 min drive)
WV16 4EJ
Benthall Hall
Distance: 9.6 miles (19 min drive)
TF12 5RX
Northway Wood
Distance: 3.1 miles (11 min drive)
TF13 6DP
Shropshire Way
Distance: 3.1 miles (11 min drive)
Brown Clee Hill
Distance: 6.2 miles (25 min drive)
SY7 9HU
A. Ryan & Son
Distance: 5.8 miles (11 min drive)
TF13 6AE
Wenlock Books
Distance: 5.8 miles (11 min drive)
TF13 6AA
Sainsbury's
Distance: 8.6 miles (16 min drive)
WV16 4QN
Church Stretton Station
Distance: 10.5 miles (26 min drive)
SY6 6PG
Craven Arms Station
Distance: 13.3 miles (26 min drive)
SY7 9RT
Birmingham Airport
Distance: 59.2 miles (1 hr 20 min drive)
B26 3QN
Wenlock Priory
Distance: 6 miles (12 min drive)
TF13 6HS
Saint Leonard's Church
Distance: 8.8 miles (16 min drive)
WV16 4EJ
Benthall Hall
Distance: 9.6 miles (19 min drive)
TF12 5RX
Northway Wood
Distance: 3.1 miles (11 min drive)
TF13 6DP
Shropshire Way
Distance: 3.1 miles (11 min drive)
Brown Clee Hill
Distance: 6.2 miles (25 min drive)
SY7 9HU
A. Ryan & Son
Distance: 5.8 miles (11 min drive)
TF13 6AE
Wenlock Books
Distance: 5.8 miles (11 min drive)
TF13 6AA
Sainsbury's
Distance: 8.6 miles (16 min drive)
WV16 4QN
Church Stretton Station
Distance: 10.5 miles (26 min drive)
SY6 6PG
Craven Arms Station
Distance: 13.3 miles (26 min drive)
SY7 9RT
Birmingham Airport
Distance: 59.2 miles (1 hr 20 min drive)
B26 3QN

Is Southdown Right For Your Group

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

For Families
Southdown offers families safe outdoor space in peaceful Shropshire countryside with fields and woodland to explore. Children can enjoy walks from the doorstep and discover rural life in this quiet location. The open-plan living areas provide room for games and activities. Three bedrooms sleep six guests comfortably for family stays.
Groups Will Love...
The exposed timber beams and vaulted ceilings at Southdown create the most striking feature of this barn conversion. Original structural beams soar overhead in the living spaces, showcasing the building's agricultural past. These impressive architectural elements combine with thick stone walls to deliver authentic barn character throughout the accommodation.
Pet Friendly
Southdown does not accept pets during your stay. The barn conversion maintains a pet-free policy for all guests. If you're travelling with dogs, you'll need to make alternative arrangements. The surrounding Shropshire countryside offers excellent walking, but the accommodation itself is not suitable for animals during your visit.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Southdown

The Castle Hotel

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY9 5BN

The Crown Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY7 9HZ

The Bridges

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY5 0PG

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Southdown

Is Southdown pet friendly?
Southdown does not accept pets. The barn conversion focuses on providing accommodation for guests without animals, maintaining a pet-free environment throughout your stay.
What original barn features does Southdown have?
The conversion retains exposed timber beams and vaulted ceilings that showcase its agricultural heritage. Thick stone walls and traditional barn architecture create authentic character throughout the property.
How many guests can stay at Southdown?
Southdown sleeps up to six guests across three bedrooms. Two bathrooms serve the accommodation with open-plan living spaces for families or groups.
What is the surrounding countryside like?
The barn sits in peaceful Shropshire countryside near Hopesgate village with views across rolling hills and farmland. Woodland walks and quiet rural lanes start directly from the property.
What are the living spaces like inside?
Open-plan living areas feature a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable seating with large barn windows. Vaulted ceilings and exposed beams create impressive interior spaces throughout.
How far is Ludlow from Southdown?
Ludlow lies 8 miles away, roughly a 15-minute drive from the barn. The medieval market town offers independent shops, restaurants and a historic castle to explore.
What outdoor activities are nearby?
The Long Mynd offers hill walking 6 miles north with moorland trails and views. Shropshire Hills surround the area with footpaths and bridleways for countryside exploration.
Is Southdown suitable for families?
Yes, the barn works well for families with three bedrooms and spacious living areas. The rural setting provides safe outdoor space and the accommodation comfortably fits six guests.

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Southdown Reviews

Beautiful cottage and location, very welcoming hosts.
Beverley
This time was our second visit. We had stayed in the spring previously and going in the summer was just as lovely. Well equipped with plenty of plates, utensils and towels. The owner is really lovely and on hand if you need anything but doesnt fuss. The little shop and cafe on the site is an extra benefit. We will definitely be going back, just need to rebook.
A fabulous property quiet location with stunning views, and coped well with 6 adults. From the welcome gift, to lovely decor, friendly host and well kitted out house nothing we could fault and have plans to return later this year as we liked it so much!
We felt at home immediately we entered the property, everything felt just right. Lovely light and airey rooms throughout with French doors leading to the beautifully kept gardens with long views to the downs. There was a very generous and interesting welcome pack waiting for us, probably the best of any property we have stayed in. The owner was lovely and made us feel very welcome. Paintings and ornaments throughout had be carefully selected and themed. All in all, a lovely property to stay in and one were sad to leave. We would be very happy to stay here again in the future.
Exceptional ! !!! Perfect hosts perfect property in an ideal setting
Robert
We had a lovely stay at this cottage over New Year. The cottage was spotlessly clean, comfortable and in a great location in Much Wenlock, making it easy to explore the town and surrounding area. The owners were very welcoming and the thoughtful touches on arrival including cake, jam and milk were much appreciated. We felt very at home and wouldnt hesitate to recommend this cottage to others.
Patricia
This is a lovely, comfortable property in a quiet location, and Margaret was very welcoming and attentive. The house was wellequipped and had everything we needed.
Overall it was fine, an enjoyable break in a pleasant place. Lovely spot, great views and adequate facilities. There were a few small things easily fixed. Handles that came off drawers etc. Missing basics like salt and pepper, cling film etc. but there was a basket of cake and crisps ready for us and a small milk in the fridge. The owners were chatty and pleasant. It wasn't very clear till we got there that the property is in a shared space with 3 or 4 other properties which made it a bit busier than we expected and the howling dogs were a bit distressing at times. Some lovely villages and walks to explore in the area. We enjoyed our stay overall.
Eileen
Beautiful scenery with well equipped and spotlessly clean accommodation. The owner was friendly and welcoming.A great base for visiting the local area and we all had a fantastic time. The welcome pack we were given was fantastic with the lemon cake a family favorite.
We had a wonderful stay at Southdown. My children 4 and 2 loved the slides and swing and absolutely adored the cows in the garden! The barn had everything we needed for a comfortable stay kitchen was well stocked, beds were comfortable with plenty of pillows, loads of towels, lots of space across the barn for our family, and the shampoos and a hairdryer were particular useful. There was also a very thoughtful welcome basket when we arrived with milk, cakes and treats for the kids, and other lovely things from the on site farm shop which sells lovely gifts as well. The farm is quiet and peaceful and set in the most beautiful countryside lovely view from the lounge! We would love to come back!
Georgia
Great family cottage, location was perfect the hamper provided was just fantastic. The host was very friendly and great with the kids. We were a family of four with young kids, we went into Church Stretton for walks then came back to the farm and relaxed everynight. The kids loved watching the animals, and playing on the playground. Highly recommend.
Beverley
We absolutely loved every moment. The cottage has everything you need for a fantastic holiday and lots more. The owners are on hand and really helpful if you need. Will be booking again.
Valerie
Really enjoyed our stay. Very good value for money. Very warm and cosy. The only negative was that it was a little too cosy downstairs for 6 adults. Other than that we had a lovely stay. Thank you
Such a beautiful spacious barn. Lovely and cosy and provided everything we needed. Thankyou for the perfect weekend, we cant wait to visit again.
Lovely barn conversion, everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Very peaceful and quiet location, with the added bonus of some farm life around. Great little shop as well, with friendly people.
Southdown is a light, welldesigned former barn on a farm, set amid beautiful countryside and within easy reach of some great places to visit. It was spacious enough for our party of 6 adults and 1 child and the garden is delightful. Run by a lovely couple, they have thought of everything! It's cosy, comfortable and well equipped so you are guaranteed a great stay. Highly recommended and thank you for a glorious week of sunshine, sites to see and stunning scenery
A great property. Very friendly owners who are on site should you need any assistance with anything.
Stephen
Lovely stay. Lovely area. Very comfortable accommodation. Thank you very much.
What a fabulous cottage. Well stocked and had everything we needed. A gorgeous outside space that our little ones made full use of when it wasn't raining Comfy beds, well looked after cottage. Great location as a short drive to lots of lovely places. Really enjoyed our break. Fit our 8 person family in easily. Loved every minute. Could sit and watch the gorgeous cows in the field right outside the window. Owners were readily available if we needed anything. 5
Miriam
The setting is beautiful and the cottage is as nice as the description on the website. We benefited from lovely weather so that we could sit outside on the comfortable patio and enjoy the beautifully planted garden and the distant views. We also enjoyed meeting the host and the new farm shop will be very useful.
Korron
The views are stunning . A real place for relaxation . The photos dont all represent the furnishings most of which were budget . Sofa and beds not too comfortable . This is the first place I have been to in years without a welcome pint of milk at least . This will teach me to read the small print in future . Things that would help are sofas , fan assisted oven , an iron and hair dryer . A small welcome pack can be added to the cost carpet on stairs threadbare in places . Divan beds not great, caused some back discomfort . No headboards .Some leaflets 3 years out of date . We sort of felt everything provided would do other than the wooden furniture which was great . That said, beautiful, peaceful surroundings and possibly more suited to people with children as the play facilities looked excellent
Catherine
A lovely property with everything that you need. The 2 and a half year old in our party loved the playground. The kitchen was very well equipped. We were celebrating Mother's day and a birthday so chose to cook a roast. We bought a Yorkshire pudding tin but everything else was there. There were plenty of towels, toilet rolls and toiletries left for us. We had a lovely time and would like to come back for a longer time.
Rachel
A lovely, well maintained cottage in such a beautiful area. Thank you so much. We felt very welcome, warm and cosy at Southdown and we had everything we needed for our stay.
After a tricky start to our holiday we were delighted with our last minute booking at Corve Barn Farm. The barn is immaculate and the views are outstanding! The children loved the play area especially the trampoline and the guys loved the BBQ. The farm shop had a good selection off food snacks and gifts and tea and cake under the gazebo looking out over the hills was just lovely. Marge and family made us very welcome and helped us with anything we needed, thank you again and we hope to come back very soon
Great location, friendly owners. The cottage had everything you'd need. Glorious views from the patio windows.
Kirsty
Very clean and well equipped house. An abundance of towels and kitchen linen which was very useful and good to have. Bed linen was lovely too. Great garden area with play equipment and trampoline which the kids loved. We were very lucky to see newborn lambs and the owners very kindly let us go and see them each day.
We were very happy with the accommodation. It was just about ok for us and our five children, especially with the brilliant outdoor space and the play area. The children had a wonderful time playing outside with the lovely views, as well as seeing the animals on the farm. The farmer was very friendly and allowed the children to come close as the lambs were being fed, which was lovely. Would highly recommend staying there, and there are loads of wonderful places to visit nearby! Unfortunately, us adults had a more difficult time, as we had recently experienced a family bereavement at the same time as catching a nasty flu which we had for the entirety of the week with five young children this made for an especially exhausting week! However, the accommodation was very comfortable as a place for us to recuperate, and the children had a great time in and around the place
Nice cosy cottage with a well equipped kitchen and bathrooms. The view was gorgeous and a nice little playground for younger kids.
Patrick
Very friendly owners who reacted very quickly indeed to a problem with the heating. Friendly advice about places to visit and lent us maps and suggested walks. Some of our party also got to visit parts of the farm and see young lambs being fed. A lovely weekend in a quiet, peaceful spot.
Owners were lovely we had some weather issues and they came round to make sure we were okay. when we needed salt and pepper it was no issue!! great cottage with all facilities and would look at coming back!
Cottage was perfect for the four of us would have been a little cozy for 6 in the seating area. Host left us a lovely welcome pack of cake and wine. Very rural location but great if you are visiting for the walking. Fairly small but well equipped kitchen, all very clean. would definitely stay again.
Directions how to get there need amending Brockton not Broxton
Very well equipped cottage, friendly, helpful owners and amazing views. Very peaceful and relaxing. Excellent location for tea shops and restaurants in nearby towns and villages and also lots of things to see and do close by and also within reasonable distance. Thoroughly enjoyed our week.
Michael
The lovely country views and proximity to nearby attractions.
Carleton
Wonderful Owner who went out of her way In Every way to make this holiday one of the best we've had. My 93 FIL was made to feel like a king & we will never forget her kindness. Amazing person.
Really lovely holiday cottage in a beautiful location.
Pamela
Lovely setting, excellent accommodation and lots of extras provided.
Absolutely superb welcome, standard of accommodation and location. We had a great stay and even when we couldn't get out because of bad weather, the view from the lounge was beautiful. Top marks all around!
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