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Darwin Barn at Studfarm Barns

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Room
Room
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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 616 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Market Drayton
  • The Festival Drayton Centre
    4 min walk
  • Woodseaves Miniature Railway
    4 min drive
  • Hodnet Hall Gardens
    11 min drive
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden)
    67 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Darwin Barn at Studfarm Barns

Darwin barn is a sympathetically converted 19th century barn with a stunning view of a large fishing/ wildlife pool.
The accommodation is comprised of a large well equipped dining kitchen, comfortable sitting room, 1 king size, 1 double and 1 twin bedroom each with ensuite shower room. The barn benefits from Biomass central heating ( underfloor on the ground floor), large rangecooker, dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave, 5 freeview TVs and WiFi.
The property which sits within the owners smallholding is named after Charles Darwin, one of Shropshire's most famous descendants who was born nearby. It is ideal for anyone looking for a relaxing break in one of England's prettiest counties and is well locatd for exploring Shropshire' s many delights as well as Cheshire, Staffordshire and even North Wales.
The close proximity of The Shropshire Union Canal is great for walkers and cyclists with plenty to explore. After a day spent exploring all the area has to offer, the local pub which is only 1/4 mile away offers food or why not use the BBQ provided and relax by the wildlife pool watching the ducks and geese.

Property manager

Lyn Thesen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Market Drayton

Located in Market Drayton, this holiday home is in a rural area. Moreton Corbet Castle and JB Joyce and Company are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course and Alderford Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Woodseaves Miniature Railway, or check out an event or a game at Weaver Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling.
Map
Market Drayton

What's nearby

  • The Festival Drayton Centre - 4 min walk
  • Hodnet Hall Gardens - 11 min drive
  • Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course - 16 min drive
  • Keele University - 20 min drive
  • Trentham Gardens - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Yorton Station - 21 min drive
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gingerbread Man Market Drayton - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Newcott Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wharf Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Joules Brewery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Darwin Barn at Studfarm Barns pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Darwin Barn at Studfarm Barns?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darwin Barn at Studfarm Barns?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Darwin Barn at Studfarm Barns located?

This family-friendly Market Drayton holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of The Festival Drayton Centre and Woodseaves Miniature Railway. Hodnet Hall Gardens and Dorothy Clive Garden are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay near Market Drayton
A lovely barn conversion which was perfect for us as a family with 2 dogs and near Keele University so we could see our daughter who is studying there. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Return
Our second time visiting and just as good as the first. Fantastic communication and nothing was too much, would definitely look to be back again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely farm stay
Great property, very spacious, comfortable and perfect quiet location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Hosts
Great property and great hosts would certainly stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
December break
We had a wonderful time. The property is very spacious and perfect for six adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delight to find a property and host that surpasses expectations.
Stayed for the weekend whilst settling our daughter into university. The property is lovely - sympathetically restored barns with lovely curated interior decor and features. A beautiful location too. Mark and his family made us feel very welcome with the freedom to explore their land and come and go without ever feeling as though we were intruding. Made for a very relaxing backdrop to what was otherwise an a busy and demanding weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Etsuko M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
We stayed here with family and enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful barn, lovely owners.
Large barn for 6, fully equipped, beautiful location and views, owners exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hayleigh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way
I could not rate this place highly enough. As soon as you walk in you are hit by the obvious amount of care, dedication and style the owner quite clearly has for this beautiful property and it’s surroundings. Amenities at every turn and just a wonderful property all together. My only comment is purely that the photos on the website do not do this property justice, the rooms are large, airy and filled with beautiful natural light and I feel that the photos don’t show just how fabulous this place truly is. Lyn, you should be incredibly proud, well done, thank you and look forward to hopefully stopping with you again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and great owners
These barn conversions have been done with no expense spared. Beautifully styled and with everything you could wish for. Owners were lovely to deal with. The location is so peaceful and a pub serving good food within easy walking distance. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional accommodation and location
The property is equipped and furnished to a high standard with every consideration to the needs of the tenants. We loved the attention to detail from the feature window and beams to the artisan lampshades made from reclaimed materials. Consideration has been given to comfort, and there is an understated quality in the choice of furnishings. We loved the views over the ponds and the Shropshire countryside, and enjoyed exploring. The fishing was excellent! While there are plenty of small fish such as rudd in the upper pond, the big carp in the lower pond were a challenge, and the two we managed to land (20lb+ and 25lb+) were cause for celebration. Our hosts were helpful and friendly. Our long weekend break at Stud Farm Barns far exceeded our expectations and we sincerely hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely holiday home
A lovely holiday home for a family break, thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful peaceful get away
A lovely barn conversion in the beautiful Shropshire countryside. The property was very well equipped with a great kitchen, large head showers in each bedroom and a cosy lounge area with LG smartTV overlooking the pond where we spent the evenings. It was very relaxing sharing my morning cup of tea with the runner ducks and guinea fowl and sometimes Marks (the property owner) dogs which were very friendly. The Whark pub is a short 5 min walk down the road with beautiful vierw along the canal and market drayton was only 10 mins drive away with plenty of shops and take aways. Mark and Lyn were lovely hosts and we woudl happily come back again and recommend the property to our family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kev

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break as usual ,,, thank you to Lyn & Mark
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picturesque and quiet
The area is rural and peaceful and the property itself is set in a beautiful location. It is comfortable, well equipped and very well presented. It’s really lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation with beautiful views
My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Darwin Barn at Stud Farm. The hosts, Mark and Lyn, were incredibly friendly and helpful during our time there, and the property had everything we needed for a comfortable holiday. There was also the added bonus of watching the animals run around and the picturesque views that are spectacular of an evening (not to mention the dogs are incredibly friendly!) It is also ideally situated to visit numerous places nearby (Hawkstone Park Follies and Fordhall Farm are our recommendations!) We're already looking into a return visit, and even renting out the other barn so we can bring others with us! In short, if you're looking for a spacious yet peaceful place to stay in Shropshire, I don't think you will find a better place to stay than Studfarm Barns.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely holiday
We've just returned home after a lovely 5 days. All communication with the owners, Mark and Evelyn, both before and during our stay, was friendly and helpful and they made us feel welcome and relaxed. The accommodation suited us perfectly - grandparents, parents and two teenagers. Beds were comfortable and facilities good. The environment is wonderful - we enjoyed seeing the ducks and ducklings waddle past and there was plenty of space in another field for our dog to have a good run. Lots of beautiful places to explore in the surrounding area, even with Covid19 - we visited Telford, Ironbridge, Attingham Park, Church Stretton, Hawkstone Follies, as well as enjoying a walk along the nearby canal. Memorable moments include stargazing on a clear night and getting up at 5:30am to watch the sunrise - awesome! Thanks to Mark and Evelyn for a lovely week!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Spot in Shropshire
Owners Evelyn & Mark are very welcoming and friendly. Darwin Barn has lovely views across the large ponds. A great spot to sit out in the evening with a G&T! Accommodation is spacious with a fantastic kitchen that has every item of cookery equipment you could possibly need! A five minute walk and you're right on the Shropshire Union Canal - enjoyed lovely dog walks along the tow path - with The Wharf Tavern pub just over the otherside of the bridge. Will definitely be returning for another relaxing holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose well, the best place we have ever stayed
Perfect in every way, everything far exceeded our expectations. The perfect hosts, beautiful barn conversion in an equally beautiful setting; equipped with everything you could need. Bonus of ducklings on the pond for entertainment. Short, easy walk to the local canal side pub. Short drive to Market Drayton. Really hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clare C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Shropshire Style
We had the most wonderful time with our family of six - comfortable and stylishly curated barn through tout with every detail thought through. Lyn and Mark are by far the most generous and welcoming hosts we have met on our U.K. travels and we can’t wait to book again for next year . Thank you

10/10 Excellent

josie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend Stud Farm Barns!!
We come to stay over the winter holidays with our three kids, ages 9,7 and 2 and had the most wonderful time! Lyn and Mark greeted us on our arrival and are the nicest hosts. They were very accommodating and helpful. The converted barns are absolutely beautiful, decorated to good taste and a very high standard. The barns were very clean, all the bed linen smelt divine and the barn had everything we needed! There was plenty of room, the barns were lovely and warm and there was plenty of hot water. The area is beautiful and peaceful and the kids absolutely loved it! We highly recommend Stud Farm Barns and will definitely be rebooking in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Renée B., Nederland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Een geweldige accomodatie
Deze woning is een van de twee die we als familie hebben gehuurd voor de duur van vier dagen. We bezochten Market Drayton voor een bruiloft van een familielid. De woning is compleet en prachtig ingericht. Samen met het appartement ernaast is het heel geschikt om met een familie of vriendengroep te verblijven. Iedere kamer is voorzien van een badkamer evenals een tv. Er ontbreekt niets, behalve een niet zo'n goede verbinding met Wifi. We zijn van plan om een andere keer nog eens te komen, wanneer het weer mooier is, dus in het voorjaar of de zomer. We willen dan graag meer van de omgeving zien. Het is er prachtig! De gastheer, gastvrouw en hun zoon zijn heel gastvrij en hartelijk. We komen graag terug! Vriendelijke groeten, Renée Brakel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Darwin Barn. Relaxing rural retreat
The property itself and its setting were perfect. The facilities and thoughtful touches by Lyn excellent. Eggs, bread, milk, tea and coffee provided. Lack of mobile phone network coverage was a bit of a problem.Also the listing stated the barn was 0.9 miles or 1.5 km from centre of Market Drayton. This most definitely not the case. More like 5 or 6 miles, (£9 each way in taxi). This should be rectified. However in the end that did not detract from our enjoyment of the property. Would definitely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Stewart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
Very good. Nice location.

10/10 Excellent

Jo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional dog friendly property and location.
The property and location were more than we had expected or hoped for, wonderful for our family and our dogs and Lyn and Mark were so lovely and very welcoming. The views were stunning and you couldn’t help but relax there. We went out and about each day and with so many attractions around the area we were never short of somewhere to go, in fact we will need to revisit as we ‘found’ many more places of interest as we were driving around...just need to work out dates 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

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Hosted by Lyn Thesen

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