Accommodation

Castle Beams is a luxurious Grade II Listed converted barn retaining the historic elements of the original building, which dates from the 17th century, with a comfortable, high-spec and modern interior. The property is in the curtilage of a picture-postcard cottage, The Old Granary, where the owners live, but is completely separate and very private. Castle Beams gets its name from the two identical large oak beams within the property which are of "high status" and are thought to have probably been "upcycled" from the ruined castle in the field opposite when it was destroyed in 1644 during the English Civil War !

The accommodation, which is all on one level, is very spacious with 2 large double bedrooms with king size beds, each of which has a beautiful en suite bathroom with  both a bath and a walk-in shower. The living area is open plan and comprises a lounge area, a dining section, breakfast island and fully-fitted superbly equipped kitchen which has everything.

The temperature is controlled throughout the accommodation by underfloor heating, which provides the perfect ambient temperature at all times, although there is also a modern flame-effect fire for the coldest of winter nights.  There are blinds on all the doors and windows for privacy.

Ample secure private parking is available in front of the barn and a lockable bike shed is provided for those who bring their own bikes.

The property is in the pretty hamlet of Hopton Castle, surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and there is a large relatively secluded garden with a raised patio area looking out over the Hopton Titterhill with views of the ruined castle and the amazing South Shropshire countryside. 

The Lounge area contains two 2-seat sofas with a coffee table and rugs. A standard lamp, a pendant light and multiple spotlights on the beams provide plenty of options for flexible mood lighting. There is also an attractive flame-effect fire which can be used just for effect if no heat is required.

Excellent WiFi, with speeds of upto 300Mb, is provided and with a big 57-inch SMART TV, complete with an Amazon Firestick, Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube etc. as well as all the usual channels, a comprehensive entertainment package is available.

Enjoy formal  Dining at the rustic dining table made out of reclaimed timber with 4 comfortable chairs or sit up at the island having a casual breakfast, or with a glass of wine watching others cook! There are power points and a USB port if you need to keep in touch with the world.

The beautiful fitted Kitchen has everything including a spacious fridge/freezer; an electric fan oven, convection hob and microwave for all your cooking needs and a combined washer/dryer for your laundry, if required.Most importantly there is a drinks chiller for the beer and white wine and storage for the reds!

Even washing up at the sink, if you don't want to load the dishwasher, is a pleasant experience with great views.

Both Bedrooms are spacious, especially the Garden Bedroom which is the bigger and has a door out into the garden, although the Castle Bedroom has a pretty window with a great view of the castle. Each has a king-size bed with luxury cotton bed linen, a wardrobe and chest of drawers for storage.

The Bathrooms are of the highest quality with full-sized baths, spacious walk-in showers, a mood-lighting mirror and heated towel rail. The underfloor heating ensures a pleasurable experience both in the morning and at night.

The Garden is a good size and laid to lawn with a large raised patio area which has a table with a parasol and chairs and a barbecue, with all the tools for, eating outdoors. There are fleeces for those slightly nippier evenings and an electrical power supply.

At the front of the property there is a lockable bike shed for those wanting to take advantage of the Hopton Woods Mountain Bike Trail Centre on the doorstep, or just ride around the country lanes. There is also ample private parking in front of the property.

Guests are welcome to walk around The Old Granary gardens and talk to the sheep or the cows with their new-born calves when they are in the field next to the garden.