Lying just a short distance from the village of Claverdon, surrounded by rolling countryside, The Barn at Kington Grange is in a beautifully rural setting.
Sympathetically refurbished, the Barn is a fabulous blend of old and new with vaulted ceilings, and a delightful wood burner. Stone floors are warmed by underfloor heating, mid-century furniture is strewn with plump cushions, giving vibrant pops of colour, and everywhere you turn there is something interesting to look at. The open-plan kitchen and dining space is crisscrossed with beams, framing the vaulted ceiling, and is light and airy, with floor-to-ceiling windows and double doors opening to the courtyard. Three spacious bedrooms sleep six guests comfortably, and each bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom.
To the rear of the property, there is a private garden area with a lawn, perfect for garden games, and a patio with a table and chairs where you can enjoy alfresco meals during the warm evenings. A 6-seater hot tub is tucked under an open barn. Guests are also welcome to use the owners' tennis court, by prior arrangement. There is parking for four vehicles on the private drive.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall:
The front door opens into a spacious entrance hall with stone floors, an apex ceiling (with a pendant lamp) and a wall mirror. From the hall, there are doors leading to the utility room, the master bedroom, and a useful cloakroom with a W.C.
Bedroom One:
From the hall, there is one step into the peaceful master bedroom. This spacious room features a king-size, pewter-framed bed with crisp white linen, navy and teal throws and an octopus print cushion. White circular tables stand on either side of the bed, topped with quirky dog lamps. There is plenty of storage, with a built-in wardrobe and a dark blue chest of drawers. Double doors lead out to the rear garden, whilst beneath the window, to the front, there is a vintage, glass-door bookcase filled with books. Further light comes from the ceiling Velux.
Ensuite:
This spacious ensuite bathroom is fully tiled with a bath positioned beneath one window, where you can soak the cares of the day away and listen to the sounds of the countryside. There's also a separate shower cubicle, a W.C, a built-in vanity unity housing the handbasin, and an airing cupboard and full-length mirror.
Utility Room:
Here you'll find the washer-dryer, clothes airer, and an iron and ironing board. It's a handy room where you can store outdoor gear if needed.
Cloakroom:
The cloakroom has a W.C, hand basin and coat hooks behind the door. You'll also find some fun Shakespeare-inspired artwork!
Living Room:
The living room has an almost Scandinavian feel about it with the pale grey stone floor, painted timber wall, sheepskin rugs, high ceiling and cream wood burner adding a cosy warmth. The mid-century-style, three-seater sofa and armchair are upholstered in grey, lifted with velvet cushions in navy, mustard yellow and orange. The large TV is perfect for evenings in. A bookcase is stacked with games and there's a delightful children's rocking chair and footstool for little guests. Two sets of double doors flood the room with light and give access to the patio and rear garden.
Kitchen/Dining Room:
There is one step from the living room into the kitchen and dining room. This modern, open-plan space has a high ceiling framed with beams, dove grey units topped with dark granite surfaces and a central island. The eye-level, built-in oven makes meal preparation a breeze and the fridge-freezer and dishwasher are concealed from sight behind the cupboard doors, along with everything needed for a self-catering stay. Two stools sit beneath the island, making it a congenial spot to sit and chat, and you can't fail to spot the personalised kettle and toaster, created by the artistic owners.
The dining room features a wooden dining table and chairs to seat six, set beneath a double pendant light fitting. A vintage sideboard and open bookshelf add warmth and character to the room. A two-seater sofa and armchair in the same style as those in the living room make a comfortable place to relax in front of the double doors that open to the courtyard.
From the end of the dining room is a doorway through to a hallway and two further ensuite bedrooms.
Bedroom Two:
This spacious bedroom has twin single beds and features a delightful bee design on the lampshades and clever blackout shutters, shading the original narrow windows of the barn, which have been made by the talented owner. The vintage-style dressing table is topped with a triple mirror and further storage comes courtesy of an open hanging-and-shelf unit. Velux roof windows give natural daylight.
Ensuite:
The ensuite has a step-in corner shower, a vanity unit with a hand basin and a large circular mirror above, and a W.C.
Bedroom Three:
The third bedroom has a king-size bed, the base is beautifully upholstered in a dragonfly print fabric. The pale terracotta walls and teal colours in the artwork and soft furnishings add to the warmth and charm of this room. Circular bedside tables stand on either side of the bed and tall floor lamps, with reading lamps attached, provide plenty of light. Storage is available with the open hanging-and-shelf unit, while a window looks out into the courtyard.
Ensuite:
The ensuite for bedroom three features a step-in shower with two shower heads, a vanity unit with a hand basin, a large circular mirror and a W.C.
Outside
The Barn at Kington Grange has a private garden to the rear, with mature plants, a lawn area, and a patio by the house, where you can enjoy pre-dinner drinks and alfresco meals, there is also a charcoal barbecue (please supply your own charcoal). Spend an evening in the luxurious hot tub, tucked away in adjacent open barn beneath twinkling lights. The lawn is a great space for garden games and a selection of outdoor toys for children is available if required. There is parking for three cars on the private drive.
* Additional fee of £177 for use of the hot tub per stay.
