My family, consisting of me, my husband, 2 boys (aged 13 and 11) and Tom the dog stayed here from 30 June for a few nights.

We were... read more met but Kate on arrival who showed us around the barn and informed us of the local walks. We had a van and a car with us (our son raced at the PFI Kart track in Grantham) and Kate allowed us to park the van on their driveway, which was very kind and amenable.

The barn had a few treats which were devoured on arrival. The kitchen is handmade and well equipped with delightful; there’s even the basics there; salt, pepper etc. All very well thought out. The lounge/diner has two seating areas, a round dining table and 4 chairs with 2 armchairs adjacent and then a lounge area with sofa, beanbag and chair. There’s a smart TV and delightful wood burner with plenty of wood for a couple of days. The beds are firm with lovely linens and plenty of extra blankets. There’s adequate storage for clothes etc in the rooms, with some nice lighting touches. The main bathroom is fab; the bath is big and there’s plenty of hot water. The shower in the en-suite is also wonderful. Lots of fluffy white towels.

The garden is small but adequate size for a few chairs/loungers. There’s a lot of plants including herbs and it’s a haven for birds. The roads are quiet and there’s a playground a few hundred yards away.

We ate at the Full Moon Pub - only 1/2 mile from the Blue Barn - food was good and wine was tasty.

We’d love to stay here again.

  A genuinely welcoming, family and dog-friendly retreat, which is a rare find. Divinely decorated spacious interior, perfect for families, and plenty of thought given to dogs. Lovely hosts; just fantastic!

  I have just returned for the second of two long stays over this winter and it feels like returning home.

Blue Barn has been impeccably and uniquely fitted out... read more to an extremely high standard with lots of quirky features. Having already stayed for four weeks and looking forward to the next six I can categorically say the bed in the master bedroom is super comfortable with beautiful bedding. Everything has been thought of and provided. An added bonus is that it is dog and horse welcoming.

The barn overlooks the owners garden/small holding, there is always something to see, their chickens foraging or the wealth of birds feeding on the dozens of feeders they have, it is an absolute delight.

Kate and Chris are delightful and nothing has been too much trouble, excellent hosts!

I can fully recommend the pub in the village, The Full Moon, a ten minute walk from the barn. Excellent food and very good coffee, dog friendly in the bar area .

If you are looking for somewhere to stay in this area of Nottinghamshire look no further, you won’t be disappointed, Blue Barn is truly exceptional.

  A genuinely welcoming, family and dog-friendly retreat, which is a rare find. Divinely decorated spacious interior, perfect for families, and plenty of thought given to dogs. Lovely hosts; just fantastic!

  My family, consisting of me, my husband, 2 boys (aged 13 and 11) and Tom the dog stayed here from 30 June for a few nights.

We were... read more met but Kate on arrival who showed us around the barn and informed us of the local walks. We had a van and a car with us (our son raced at the PFI Kart track in Grantham) and Kate allowed us to park the van on their driveway, which was very kind and amenable.

The barn had a few treats which were devoured on arrival. The kitchen is handmade and well equipped with delightful; there’s even the basics there; salt, pepper etc. All very well thought out. The lounge/diner has two seating areas, a round dining table and 4 chairs with 2 armchairs adjacent and then a lounge area with sofa, beanbag and chair. There’s a smart TV and delightful wood burner with plenty of wood for a couple of days. The beds are firm with lovely linens and plenty of extra blankets. There’s adequate storage for clothes etc in the rooms, with some nice lighting touches. The main bathroom is fab; the bath is big and there’s plenty of hot water. The shower in the en-suite is also wonderful. Lots of fluffy white towels.

The garden is small but adequate size for a few chairs/loungers. There’s a lot of plants including herbs and it’s a haven for birds. The roads are quiet and there’s a playground a few hundred yards away.

We ate at the Full Moon Pub - only 1/2 mile from the Blue Barn - food was good and wine was tasty.

We’d love to stay here again.

  Wonderful accommodation, beautifully furnished and decorated (especially the wallpapers!) in a perfect village location. Very welcoming, with cake and freshly new laid eggs to greet you on arrival! I very... read more much enjoyed my early morning tea sitting in the little wildlife garden. The Blue Barn is an absolute delight to stay in and we hope to visit again next time we are in the area.