The Walton is a fantastic detached property, nestled in the grounds of a 2000-acre country estate, surrounded by rolling Shropshire countryside, in the village of Craven Arms. The Walton is barn conversion that can accommodate 8 guests wanting to enjoy a tranquil, rural setting and explore the nearby Shropshire Hills AONB. Head inside the property to find a large, open-plan kitchen/diner, where you can entertain the whole group at the informal dining table, enjoying delicious home-cooked meals, prepared in the spacious, neutrally-styled and fully-equipped kitchen, which offers a grand Range cooker, double oven and hob and two dishwashers, supplying you with everything you could possibly need to cook up culinary delights. There is one well-appointed sitting room, with plenty of comfortable seating, where you can socialise with friends, seek a bit of peace and quiet and immerse yourself in a good book, or catch up with the latest news on the wall-mounted TV. The Walton offers three bedrooms across two . There is a family room with a king-size and single bed, a family room with a double and single, a twin room, with every bedroom featuring an en-suite bathroom with walkin shower. Outside the barn, there are extensive grounds to explore and you have access to a shared barbecue to enjoy on balmy summer evenings. In addition, The Walton also has shared access to a heated indoor swimming pool that you can book, as well as use of a hard tennis court, so don’t forget your racket! The market town of Craven Arms is a short distance away, with a selection of shops and eateries, as well as charming and historic houses, the fascinating Museum of Lost Content and many scenic walks around Wenlock Edge and Corvedale Valley, including a walk to Stokestay Castle, one of England's finest fortified manors. Head into the Shropshire Hills AONB to Church Stretton, which is nestled between the Long Mynd and Caradoc Hills, renowned for scenic walks and an excellent golf course, as well as woodland trails that can be enjoyed at Rectory Wood. The historic towns of Bishop's Castle, Ludlow and Shrewsbury are all a short drive away, and offer magnificent castles, riverside walks, plus a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. The Walton is a superb place for a get-together or family holiday.

Please note that image numbers 32, 33 and 34 show The Shooting Lodge - a fabulous communal room which, subject to availability can be booked at an additional cost.

Craven Arms, known as The Gateway to the Marches, is situated between the medieval town of Ludlow and Church Stretton. Craven Arms has some charming and historic houses, including a round house, thought to be a recognisable rest house for pilgrims travelling between Wigmore and Shrewsbury Abbeys. Church Stretton is close by and nestles between the Long Mynd and Caradoc Hills, renowned for their scenic walks and excellent golf course. The historic towns of Bishop's Castle, Ludlow and Shrewsbury are a short drive away, and offer magnificent castles, riverside walks, wonderful shops, pubs, restaurants, exciting theatres and a variety of festivals. An ideal base from which to discover Shropshire.

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