The Smithy, Aylesby near Laceby | Barn Conversion Holiday in Lincolnshire

About The Smithy

The Smithy is a semi-detached barn conversion in North Lincolnshire. This stone-built property retains original features throughout. Exposed beams span the ceilings. Stone walls add character to every room. The barn sits in peaceful countryside near Ludborough village.

Fields surround the property on all sides. You'll wake to views across open farmland. The rural location offers complete quiet. Wildlife visits the garden regularly.

The barn sleeps guests across well-appointed bedrooms. Bathrooms are modern and practical. The living space features vaulted ceilings that showcase the barn's original structure. An open-plan kitchen connects to the dining area. Large windows flood rooms with natural light.

Cleethorpes beach lies 8 miles away (15 minutes). Lincolnshire Wolds walks start 4 miles north (10 minutes). Grimsby town centre sits 6 miles southeast (12 minutes). Market Rasen racecourse is 15 miles west (25 minutes).

The Smithy suits couples wanting countryside peace. Families appreciate the space and rural setting. Book this barn for authentic character and Lincolnshire countryside access.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓This property boasts underfloor heating across the ground floor
✓Electric oven and induction hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, dyson cooling tower, hairdryer
✓Tv, high speed wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Parking for 2 cars available on the left-hand side
✓Enclosed patio with seating, barbecue and furniture
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop 1 mile, café 1 mile, pub 2.3 miles
✓Note: the washing machine is in the utility
✓Note: luxury bath/shower products are also provided
✓Note: check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am
✓Please note: this property accepts a minimum of 7 nights

The Smithy Prices

Lowest 7 nights

£896

11 Feb 2028

Average 7 nights

£1,977

£282/night avg

Annual Pricing Heat Map

Each cell = one 7-night stay starting that Saturday — hover for price

Nights

Jul

Sat
11th£2,354 Sat
18th£2,403 Sat
25th£2,510

Aug

Sat
1st£2,329 Sat
8th£2,127 Sat
15th£2,086 Sat
22nd£2,247 Sat
29th£2,198

Sep

Sat
5th£2,030 Sat
12th£2,030 Sat
19th£2,030 Sat
26th£2,030

Oct

Sat
3rd£2,030 Sat
10th£2,030 Sat
17th£2,030 Sat
24th£2,030 Sat
31st£1,880

Nov

Sat
7th£1,880 Sat
14th£1,880 Sat
21st£1,880 Sat
28th£1,880

Dec

Sat
5th£1,880 Sat
12th£1,880 Sat
19th£2,134 Sat
26th£2,249

Jan

Sat
2nd£2,980 Sat
9th£1,896 Sat
16th£1,910 Sat
23rd£1,910 Sat
30th£1,923

Feb

Sat
6th£2,037 Sat
13th£2,037 Sat
20th£1,883 Sat
27th£1,856

Mar

Sat
6th£1,883 Sat
13th£2,030 Sat
20th£2,184 Sat
27th£2,365

Apr

Sat
3rd£2,338 Sat
10th£2,252 Sat
17th£2,220 Sat
24th£2,210

May

Sat
1st£2,200 Sat
8th£2,200 Sat
15th£2,200 Sat
22nd£2,519 Sat
29th£2,608

Jun

Sat
5th£2,426 Sat
12th£2,431 Sat
19th£2,394 Sat
26th£2,291

Jul

Sat
3rd£2,340

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Next Available 7 Night Breaks

11 Feb 2028 £896 7 nights · £128/night 25 Feb 2028 £897 7 nights · £128/night 03 Mar 2028 £897 7 nights · £128/night 18 Feb 2028 £904 7 nights · £129/night

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Smithy

Original Stone Walls

Thick stone walls throughout the barn create authentic character and remind you of the building's agricultural heritage every day.

Vaulted Ceilings

High vaulted ceilings with exposed beams give a real sense of space and showcase the barn's original timber framework beautifully.

Peaceful Rural Location

Complete countryside quiet with fields all around means no traffic noise and proper relaxation in rural North Lincolnshire.

Exposed Beam Features

Original timber beams span every ceiling and add warmth and history to the living spaces throughout the conversion.

Farmland Views

Windows overlook working farmland where you can watch the seasons change and see wildlife visiting the surrounding fields daily.

Open-Plan Living Space

The kitchen flows into dining and sitting areas under those high ceilings making the barn feel spacious and sociable.

Getting To The Smithy

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Smithy by car, take the A16 towards Louth and turn off onto the A153 towards Ludborough. The barn conversion is easily accessible from main roads and you'll have off-road parking available upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Grimsby Town, around 7 miles away. From there, it's a straightforward taxi journey through North Lincolnshire countryside to the barn.

Off-road parking available

Grimsby Town station (7 miles)

Accessible from A16 and A153

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Cleethorpes Beach

Distance: 8 miles

DN35 8LN

Lincolnshire Wolds

Distance: 4 miles

LN11 8RQ

Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre

Distance: 6 miles

DN31 1UH

Viking Way Trail

Distance: 5 miles

LN11 0AA

Hubbard's Hills

Distance: 12 miles

LN11 9QT

Donna Nook Nature Reserve

Distance: 10 miles

LN11 7PH

Louth Market Town

Distance: 9 miles

LN11 9PT

Grimsby Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

DN31 1ED

Market Rasen

Distance: 15 miles

LN8 3EH

Ludborough Village

Distance: 1 mile

DN36 5SH

Binbrook Airfield

Distance: 6 miles

LN8 6DY

Cadwell Park Racing Circuit

Distance: 11 miles

LN11 9SE

Cleethorpes Beach

Distance: 8 miles

DN35 8LN

Lincolnshire Wolds

Distance: 4 miles

LN11 8RQ

Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre

Distance: 6 miles

DN31 1UH

Viking Way Trail

Distance: 5 miles

LN11 0AA

Hubbard's Hills

Distance: 12 miles

LN11 9QT

Donna Nook Nature Reserve

Distance: 10 miles

LN11 7PH

Louth Market Town

Distance: 9 miles

LN11 9PT

Grimsby Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

DN31 1ED

Market Rasen

Distance: 15 miles

LN8 3EH

Ludborough Village

Distance: 1 mile

DN36 5SH

Binbrook Airfield

Distance: 6 miles

LN8 6DY

Cadwell Park Racing Circuit

Distance: 11 miles

LN11 9SE

Is The Smithy Right For Your Group

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

For Families

The barn sits in working countryside where children can experience rural life firsthand. Fields surround the property for outdoor exploration. The open-plan living space gives families room to spread out together. Cleethorpes beach is just 8 miles away for bucket-and-spade days. The Lincolnshire Wolds offer family walking routes. No specific play equipment is mentioned but the countryside setting provides natural entertainment.

Groups Will Love...

The vaulted ceilings at The Smithy showcase the barn's original timber framework in spectacular fashion. Exposed beams span the full width of the living spaces. These structural timbers date back to the building's agricultural past. The ceiling height creates an airy feel throughout the ground floor. Stone walls complement the timber work. Together these original features remind you this was once a working farm building. The conversion has kept the agricultural character intact.

Pet Friendly

The rural North Lincolnshire setting makes The Smithy potentially suitable for dogs with countryside walks starting from the door. Fields surround the barn conversion on all sides. The Lincolnshire Wolds lie 4 miles away offering proper walking routes. However you must confirm the specific pet policy before booking with your dog. Many barn conversions in this area do welcome pets given the outdoor space and rural location available.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Smithy

The Wheatsheaf Inn, Ludborough

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: DN36 5SH

The New Inn, Grimsby

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DN31 2LJ

The Masons Arms, Louth

Located 9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LN11 9PL

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Smithy

Is The Smithy pet friendly?

You'll need to check the specific pet policy for this barn conversion before booking with your dog. Many barn conversions in rural Lincolnshire do welcome pets given the countryside setting and walking opportunities.

What original barn features does The Smithy have?

The Smithy retains exposed timber beams across the ceilings and original stone walls throughout the property. Vaulted ceilings showcase the barn's agricultural past and create impressive ceiling heights in the main living areas.

How many people does this barn conversion sleep?

The Smithy offers bedroom accommodation for guests in a semi-detached barn layout with modern bathrooms. The exact sleeping capacity depends on bedroom configuration but the space works well for couples or small families.

What is the kitchen like at The Smithy?

The barn features an open-plan kitchen that connects to the dining and living areas. This layout makes the most of the vaulted ceiling space and lets everyone stay together while cooking.

Where exactly is The Smithy located?

The barn sits in countryside near Ludborough village in North Lincolnshire with postcode DN37 7AW. Fields surround the property and you get proper rural views from the windows.

What can you do near The Smithy?

Cleethorpes beach is 8 miles away for seaside days out in 15 minutes by car. The Lincolnshire Wolds start 4 miles north offering walking routes through designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within 10 minutes' drive.

Is there parking at this barn conversion?

The property provides off-road parking spaces for guests staying at the barn. You can park right at the conversion which is typical for rural barn properties.

What makes The Smithy special compared to other barns?

The combination of original stone walls and exposed beams gives authentic agricultural character throughout. The peaceful North Lincolnshire countryside location offers genuine rural quiet while keeping beaches and market towns within easy reach.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Smithy Reviews

Lovely accomodation, well equiped, great location.

We had a really brilliant stay. Very nice building and excellent parking. Everything provided, light, clean and comfortable. A sweeper of some kind would be beneficial for crumbs in the kitchen area.

Sabine

Very peaceful and beautifully appointed cottage. Architect has down a fantastic job in connecting the building. Comfy beds and wonderful furnishing. Love the outdoor space and all the mod cons that combine for a perfect stay.

Lovely cottage, a home from home, very comfortable. The cottage is appointed and maintained to a very high standard. We would highly recommend it, the ground floor double room with a full size bed was ideal for my mother who has mobility problems.

Very clean, well maintained and spacious. There was everything you could need and more provided and everything was good quality, The courtyardpatio garden was well kept, pleasant to look at and private. The dedicated parking was useful. A bright and pleasant place to stay.

Robert

High quality cottage, very well equipped, superbly presented, very good information notes. The best we have stayed in.

Beautiful cottage in a great place for exploring North Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire. The cottage was very clean and prepared. It was great to find milk in the fridge for a cup of tea on arrival. Thanks. Well equipped in the kitchen, comfortable lounge and bed. There was some road noise which we didnt notice after the first night and ear plugs and eye masks were provided but not needed. Lovely garden area with chairs and tables. Great holiday. Thanks.

Jennifer

The Smithy has recently been renovated and decorated to a very high standard. The bathrooms are luxurious with thick white plush towels and Champneys bubble bath and bath oil provided. The kitchen had everything we needed with lots of extras you dont find in other accommodation. All the appliances were high quality. The garden area was private and a sun trap with garden furniture, sun loungers and towels for these provided. We loved watching the few cows and their calves when they came into the meadow each day. It is in a good location for visiting the various sights and towns of Lincolnshire. We found the information pack very useful and informative. The delicious biscuits, cake and Prosecco left for us were very thoughtful and welcome. Whilst this was not the cheapest property we could have booked, the furnishings, cleanliness and all the extras made this worth every penny. We would definitely stay here or the adjoining property The Forge if we are in the area again. Dont hesitate to book it!

Alastair

We had an absolutely excellent time at the Smithy. Excellent facilities. Everything very high quality.

Great place to stay everything you need, home away from home. Patio garden lovely and furniture very comfortable, would definitely recommend

The Smithy was a very clean and tastefully designed cottage it was a home from home it had everything you could need. We will recommend it to friends and family.

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The Smithy, Aylesby

About The Smithy

Need To Know

The Smithy Prices

More Barn Holidays You May Like

What Guests Love

Original Stone Walls

Vaulted Ceilings

Peaceful Rural Location

Exposed Beam Features

Farmland Views

Open-Plan Living Space

Getting To The Smithy

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Smithy Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Wheatsheaf Inn, Ludborough

The New Inn, Grimsby

The Masons Arms, Louth

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Smithy Reviews