Long-Eared Owl

Long-Eared Owl: Herefordshire

This barn conversion in deepest Herefordshire is bursting with rural authenticity. Not only is the property located close to a peaceful nature reserve complete with lakes, but it's also been Grade-II listed to protect its historical importance. However, despite this impressive pedigree, the home's interior is pretty contemporary, with a sleek kitchen, four-poster bedrooms and tiled bathrooms sitting quite comfortably underneath the original wooden ceiling beams. Out the front, there's a private garden with seating and views of hills and forests, but there's also an additional courtyard to the back that's shared with neighbours. If gazing out at the countryside vista inspires you to explore this beautiful county, you're well-placed for bird-spotting and long rambles, perhaps finished with a meal at The Stagg Inn, a well-praised gastropub that sits no more than two minute's walk from your front door.

Home truths:
*A minimum of two days notice is required for bookings
*A high chair, safety gate for one of the bedrooms, socket covers and a travel cot are available, though guests must bring their own cot linen
*One car can park outside the barn plus additional space in the visitors' car park
*There are six other barns on the estate who share the rear courtyard
*The space around the ground floor bed is limited so might not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility
*The single bed is not suitable for children due to the proximity to the balcony
*The host is able to share discounted entry for Cloud 9 spa in Kington, plus access to the clubhouse at Kington Golf Club