this was our favorite stay
10 out of 10

  Great stay at Margaret’s, surroundings were so peaceful and away from hustle and bustle of road noise.

  A beautifully quiet location with stunning views, this attractive and well converted barn was extremely comfortable and spacious. Private outdoor space was a bonus. We had a great few days... read more here exploring the area and catching up with relatives. Highly recommended.

  This is such a peaceful and beautiful place to stay. We had a wonderful holiday and, on the final morning, a small herd of deer were outside our window, in... read more the early sun. It couldn't have been lovelier.
Shropshire is always beautiful and this simple place was exactly what we needed. The grandchildren were enchanted.

  Spacious converted barn with gorgeous garden and views. Location great for going into Shrewsbury. And lots to do nearby like Wroxeter Roman City and Attingham House. Lovely stay thank you.

  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The views are stunning and it felt away from the hustle and bustle of every day life. The barn had a lovely homely feel to... read more it and there was plenty of space for our family. We hope to return soon.

  We arrived slightly early but Margaret was on hand and more than happy to let us into the property.
The home was just as described, very clean and spacious with... read more everything we needed provided except probably extra hand soap in the kitchen.
We had a large garden with a lovely view.
There were plenty of radiators for when the nighttime chill set in and two TVs, games and books for our entertainment.
All in all we had a lovely three night stay and managed to see a few great local sights including Ludlow Castle and town which we all thoroughly enjoyed.
Just be aware there are no amenities within walking distance so the car is essential but with a fifteen minute drive to Church Stretton you will find some good pub food at the Kings Arms which we recommend you visiting.
If you are looking for a comfortable home and very friendly hosts for a quiet break this is the place for you.
Just remember to bring some supplies with you.

  We had a lovely stay at Margaret’s place. Absolutely perfect host who was a pleasure to talk to and such a beautiful location with everything you need for a relaxing... read more and peaceful break. Highly recommended for small families with little ones that love being outdoors. Thanks for having us, Margaret!

  We had a lovely stay at The Long Barn. Margaret was so helpful and friendly. The space was beautiful, clean and airy. We loved the peaceful quiet and enjoyed playing... read more on the lawn with our baby. It was exactly as described and we were very comfortable here. Location was great and there are plenty of walks nearby. A really excellent place to visit with our baby! Thank you Margaret.

  this is the nearest property we have booked to where we live, but it's literally in the middle of nowhere!! Absolutely what we like and on this occasion, needed. Beautifully... read more decorated throughout, simple and classic. Comfy beds and pillows scented like a summers day! Our trip was so nice, we will book again!! Oh and I recommend looking up at the night sky!! as no light pollution so it was like we could reach up and touch them! Lovely and genuine couple who are next door, they happily obliged when we realised we had forgotten tea bags !! Absolutely 100% recommended!!

  We loved our stay at Margaret’s property.
Upon arrival Margaret greeted us outside which was lovely. The grounds and barn all looked wonderful - pretty spring flowers already blooming and... read more pheasants to watch in the fields.
The barn was very clean and well equipped. Kids loved the battleships game. Lots of books for reading as well.
Lots of nice places to visit within 30 mins drive. We really enjoyed our stay and Margaret was a perfect host. Thank you

  We had a lovely few days at Lower Day Cottages, despite the freezing February weather! So close to Carding Mill Valley and Church Stretton and such friendly hosts. Would love... read more to return and enjoy the big garden in the summer!

  we stayed here with our 2 daughters and it was truly amazing. from the moment we arrived it was peaceful and tranquil. the cottage felt like a home and although... read more we were very busy doing things we looked forward to comming back and just relaxing! plenty or room and space for us all! we're very sad to leave and could have stayed much longer! Great host, very friendly and kind but didn't intrude on our holiday! deffinatly recommend for an escape!

  Lovely place to stay and great hosts. Thank you for a lovely stay.

  The location is all that is stated. Quite, beautiful, rural, it is the english countryside you see on TV. Accommodation was excellent and family friendly. The barn coversion in its... read more self is very clean and stunning to look at.
Highly recomemt staying in this beautiful contryside retreat.

  We had a lovely stay, it's very quiet and private, thank you very much, best wishes Marie

  Margaret and Jim are A1 Hosts..very Friendly and Helpful..The Barn was immaculate and very Comfortable indeed..a Great place I highly recommend.!!!like home from Home..So Peaceful just sound from the Cows..Missing... read more it already!!Lots to see locally especially on Ludlow...Old Buildings Castles and Churches and A Town Market..

  Absolutely stunning location with amazing views. The barn was much larger than we expected and the children loved the outdoor space, which was vast. We also loved waking up to... read more the cows grazing in the field everyday. We felt the barn was great value for money and had everything we needed. Would highly recommend.

  A lovely place to stay, unwind and get away from it all. The location is very tranquil, and the barn was well equipped, providing a great base to explore... read more Shropshire and beyond. Margaret and Jim were lovely hosts and we hope to be back at some point in the near future.

  Could not fault this idilic place to stay, hosts were lovely and welcoming and the place was spotless and perfect for our children. We loved the outdoor space and the... read more quietness. We would highly recommend and stay here again.

  The place is near to a small road in a countryside. Fairly secluded and quiet, yet within 15 min drive from great hiking routes and superb farm shops.

  We absolutely loved our stay at Margaret & Jim’s. The house is spotless and very comfy, the garden beautiful and the surroundings gorgeous. Thank you ever so much for everything!... read more We would recommend this place 100% to anyone wishing to discover the beautiful Shropshire countryside!

  Beautiful location and so peaceful. Our host was attentive and nothing felt too much trouble. Cot for the baby etc.

Will definitely be staying again.

  Margaret was pro active in communication prior to arrival and greeted with a friendly welcome. Long Barn is of high standard, very clean and well thought out layout. Lovely rear... read more garden with fabulous views and large enough for playing bat and ball and frisbee. Granddaughter loved seeing the cows. We enjoyed lovely weather, breakfasting and playing outside late into the evening.
The peace and quiet, hearing birdsong and not traffic, we loved it.
Although Margaret and Jim live on site it was very private, they were there if we needed anything.
We loved our stay and will most definitely be returning.
Thank you Margaret.

  Beautiful location, very peaceful and with easy access to towns nearby. The cottage had everything we needed for a long weekend away. Our two daughters loved waking up to spot... read more the cows in the field next door each morning. Margaret and her husband were superb - very helpful, informative, they were two very friendly folks indeed! Thank you for a wonderful stay at Lower Day Cottages.

  Lovely rural retreat, perfect for our trip

  Great location and stunning views from the property.

  Margaret and Jim are great hosts. Friendly helpful and responsive and respecting our privacy. We enjoyed chatting with them and hope to come again.

  This is what Airbnb is all about. This is an incredible place in a wonderful location, spotless and generously appointed. This is amongst the nicest places I have stayed at.... read more Margaret and Jim were just lovely.

  we stayed there for work purposes well in the sticks but in a lovely location in Shropshire we stayed in the longbarn couldn't fault the place at all Margaret and... read more Jim were great hosts

  We had a relaxing break in the Long Barn. Lots of room to spread out and everything we needed was there. Very nice countryside around. We did various trips out... read more in the car, visited Church Stretton a couple of times and did some walks near the town and up on the Long Mynd, which was great. We also visited Shrewsbury which was well worth the visit

  Lovely stay in beautiful surroundings.
Had everything we wanted
Our only 2 comments are that the Internet was intermittent which was annoying and the hot water ran out... read more half way through the 2nd shower of the day (my husband had to finish his shower in freezing cold water) and we were not aware that this was going to happen.

  Dear Margaret and Jim,

This poem came to mind during our stay, and I think it matches your lovely view in every way…

“What is this life if,... read more full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare.
No time to stand beneath the boughs
And stare as long as sheep or cows.
No time to see, when woods we pass,
Where squirrels hide their nuts in grass.
No time to see, in broad daylight,
Streams full of stars, like skies at night.
No time to turn at Beauty's glance,
And watch her feet, how they can dance.
No time to wait till her mouth can
Enrich that smile her eyes began.
A poor life this if, full of care,
We have no time to stand and stare.”

Thank you for your hospitality. We had such a lovely time.


Michelle

  Great place to stay, very clean and great hosts. Would definitely recommend and use again

  Beautiful warm cottage with everything we needed. Margaret was there to welcome us which was lovely. Great location. Quiet. Lots to do in the local area

  Great cottage, and the hosts were very helpful and friendly. We would definitely book here again.

  Wonderful holiday home in the middle of the beautiful Shropshire countryside . So peaceful amidst rolling hills and farmland. Hosts Margaret and Jim were the most friendly and welcoming people... read more we could have hoped for. The cottage is in a fairly isolated position but they helped us find it quickly. The barn has everything a guest could need. We loved our short stay and wished it could have been for longer. My father called it ‘Shangrila’. Thank you 🙏

  The Long Barn was very comfortable and spacious in a lovely location. The house had everything that we needed for a comfortable stay in a peaceful rural location. Having... read more a large outside sitting area with the use of a BBQ, was such a bonus.

A car is definitely needed to make full use of the area. Hikers will love the walks around Church Stretton which is an AONB . Shrewsbury, Ludlow and Bridgenorth are all not far away.

  Lovely peaceful stay at the Long Barn. Well-equipped and comfortable accommodation. Margaret was an excellent host both before and during our stay with clear instructions provided to find the property... read more (it's pretty rural!). Would suggest this property is slightly more suitable for older children as it was difficult to wash our toddler with no bath and a fixed shower head. Otherwise, I couldn't fault our stay.

  The walking from Church Stretton was great. Long Bar was a peaceful rural location. It was spacious and well equipped.

  It was lovely and so peaceful 💕

  We returned to the Long Barn and our memories of the last stay were confirmed. The location, house and garden have a calming atmosphere and we enjoyed our stay a... read more lot.
There is a lot to discover in the area: Ironbridge, Ironbridge museums; shops and cafes in Shrewsbury and probably much more.
Margaret and Jim are fantastic hosts who take interest and are lovely people as well.

  had a lovely week at the cottage.

beautiful gardens and scenery, so much to do in the area

thank you fornhabing us!

  Cottage in a lovely setting. Friendly hosts.

  Friendly helpful host with the property extremely well set up. It’s based in the most beautiful tranquil setting.

  Had an amazing time staying here! Margaret was very friendly and welcoming on our arrival, she was quick to reply to messages and provided all necessary and helpful information leading... read more up to check in. The surroundings were absolutely beautiful and we all loved spending time outside there in the sunshine. It was the peaceful, picturesque few days we were hoping for. Only thing that could make this place better would be a bathroom re-do, otherwise we loved everything about our stay and would happily return! Thank you for a wonderful time.

  We enjoyed a lovely 3 days stay, it’s a wonderful location and very spacious.
Everything we required was provided.
We enjoyed having a small herd of cows in... read more the adjacent field!
It’s a great base to explore the Wenlock Edge or the Long Mynd.
On a couple of evenings for dinner we visited The Wenlock Edge Inn at the nearby village of Hilltop which serves really good food and real ales.
We’d definitely come back for another break.

  The accommodation was nice and spacious, very airy and with ample space outside to use although it wasn't quite warm enough to have the doors open and use the garden... read more area. The kitchen is well equipped with a kitchen table too. And on a personal note I did like the rubbish recycling set up!

Easy driving distance to Ludlow and Church Stretton which are well worth a visit and heaps of other lovely villages and countryside to explore in Shropshire and over the border into Wales.

  a beautiful area with outstanding pubs

  Great house: it was comfortable, light and airy, and quiet in beautiful surroundings. Margaret was an excellent host. We stayed for more than a week, so space and comfort were... read more highly desirable.
The kitchen was large and very well equipped, the living room/ dining room was very vast with plenty of sitting space for everyone on sofas and at the table and still space for children to play around. The bedrooms were a good size with comfortable beds and the heating worked well.The bathroom was clean and the shower had good pressure. The back garden was great, private with a beautiful patio that got lots of the afternoon sun, plus plenty of grassy portion for kids to play in. The wifi was good, but occasionally too slow for work video calls; however,Roku worked very well. Parking was right in front of the house. The property is set away from a very quiet road so no traffic noise. Wenlock Edge is a short distance away for walks or mountain biking.
I highly recommend Margaret's property

  We had a delightful stay and loved every minute. Spotlessly clean, lots of space, beautiful views, & friendly owners. We liked the out in the wilds location, nearest village/town is... read more Much Wenlock for supplies. Iron bridge 30 minutes away, shrewabury about the same. we would definately return.

  Well equipped, cosy and great location for Shropshire hill walks.

  Had a very enjoyable break. Very peaceful. Margaret was the perfect host.

  The long barn was spacious, clean and well equipped. Very comfortable - we would recommend it.

  The Long Barn provides comfortable, homely accommodation in a wonderful rural setting. Margaret is the perfect host - on hand to answer queries, lend maps etc yet not intrusive. We... read more will return.

  It is the most beautiful spot and the long barn has lots of space for small children to spread out in. The hosts are really welcoming. We will be back.

  The perfect family holiday home! A beautiful barn with stunning views and in a great location. Margaret and Jim were great hosts and on hand to answer questions. Would highly... read more recommend a visit to the Long Barn

  This looked great from the photos but honestly exceeds expectations - comfortable, spacious and with a huge garden. And so many things to see in the local area - a... read more treat. I'm already thinking when I can go back!

This was a really great place to stay and Jim and Margaret were really excellent hosts.

  We had a lovely time and felt very welcome. The children enjoyed the garden a lot. The Long Barn would be our first choice, if we came to the area... read more again.

  Lovely place to stay to get away from it all. Beautiful quiet garden