Shippon Barn

Sleeps 6

Beautiful Converted Country Barn in a Superb Village Location, near to Bakewell and Chatsworth.

Highlights.....

  • 3 beautifully decorated bedrooms.​ 
  • 1 en suite and one family bathroom
  • Sleeps 6 guests (or up to 8 using the sofa bed at an extra cost)
  • Dog Friendly
  • A super deceptively spacious family retreat, this former cattle barn has been converted to create the most stylish of holiday cottages.
  • Situated in the heart of a charming village
  • Perfectly placed in the Peak District within a short drive to Bakewell, Chatsworth and Haddon Hall
  • Bring your walking boots for days out in the world-renowned hills or your bikes to make the most of the nearby Monsal Trail
  • After your day out exploring, snuggle up in front of the wood burner or, perhaps walk around the corner to one of the village country pubs to sample a local ale

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Upstairs, you will find two double sized bedrooms both with kings size beds that can be requested to be double or twins. In the third bedroom, there is a full size set of bunk beds.

One of the double bedrooms has an en suite shower room and there is a modern family bathroom with a bath and shower over.  Downstairs in the snug and the lounge there is one sofa bed that can be converted  for sleeping for up to two additional guests (additional charge will apply). 

Downstairs W/C


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Cooking & Dining

Enjoy cooking in the dining kitchen which is well stocked, with all the equipment needed for a self-catered holiday. There is a kitchen table that seats 4 - 6 guests.

The spacious dining room with beamed ceilings and extendable table gives you plenty of space. Alternatively, take yourselves off to one of the local village gastro pubs for a delicious meal within an easy very short walk.

Just off the kitchen is a downstairs wc/cloak room and a boot room/utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and extra drinks fridge.


Living Spaces

A beautiful beamed spacious sitting room warmly greets you with a log-burning stove set within a impressive fireplace surrounded by soft sofa seating. Off the living room and down a couple of stone steps is extra soft seating in the cosy snug with view of the garden and beyond.  

The sitting room has a 48 inch TV and DVD player with free sat and another TV is in one of the double bedrooms. 

Garden and Outdoor Space

Situated right in the heart of Great Longstone, you can park up, enjoy rural village life, climb the surrounding hills and stroll the nearby dales -a hill-walker’s dream!

Great Longstone lies under the dramatic ridge of Longstone Edge (do not miss this view!) and is just two miles from the popular market town of Bakewell. Shippon Barns is nestled down a country lane in the heart of this attractive limestone village and is located near to the beautiful church and Church Lane Farm.

Step outside the back door you can immediately enjoy views of the village and field beyond. There is a patio area which has a set of garden furniture and BBQ facilities, available for use from 01st April through to 31st October, please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment.

Offering a fully enclosed walled back garden with gate access for parking cars.

Private parking for 2/3 cars.

Great Longstone and The Peak District

Providing wonderful village accommodation, within a couple of minutes you can walk from Shippon Barn to a selection of heart-warming country pubs The Crispin, The White Lion and a little further, in Little Longstone The Pack Horse.  You will also find ‘Sally B’s’, the tiny village store which is brimming with essentials and local produce.  A couple of steps away on the opposite side of the lane, you can buy fresh milk, handmade yogurt and eggs from Church Lane Farm - open 24 hours with an honesty box!

One of the best features of this location is you are only a few minutes bike ride from the Monsal Trail - for unbeatable famous views of the viaduct at Monsal Head.

Shippon Barn makes a great base for visiting the most amazing of Peak District treats for you to enjoy - the ancient market town of Bakewell, Chatsworth House (10 minutes drive), Haddon Hall (10 minutes drive), historic spa town of Buxton (15 minutes drive) to name just a few.



Property Information

Our standard arrival and departure times are:

  • ​4pm on the day of arrival
  • By 10am on the day of departure

Please do respect these times as they are in place to allow the housekeeping teams enough time to thoroughly clean the property before and after your stay


  • Please remove dirty or high heeled shoes on entry
  • Please do not bring candles, tea lights or incense sticks as they are not allowed at the property
  • No fireworks or Chinese lanterns please
  • No smoking or vaping inside the property. Vaping can trigger the fire alarms
  • Any outdoor socialising to be brought inside by 10pm, we kindly ask that neighbours and local residents are not disturbed after this time, for more information please see our Noise and Behaviour Policy 
  • No glitter please as even the most eco friendly kind is impossible to remove from the soft furnishings and hard wearing floors


If you are looking for a holiday cottage that is accessible for everyone we have a wealth of properties that are suitable for guests with varied access needs. Many of our properties are situated in rural locations, offering peaceful settings that would be suitable for guests with autism & learning difficulties.

  • Downstairs Toilet
  • No level access over the ground floor accommodation as there are several steps​ throughout
  • Sofa bed in the downstairs snug (on request) there are 3 steps down  to the snug area
  • Hypoallergenic bedding throughout
  • Some beds are flexible and can be made as twins or doubles
  • Level access to the front and rear of the property from the parking areas
  • Located close to a working farm so you could experience the sights and sounds of country life
  • We are supportive of anyone who needs to bring an assistance dog or guide dog to the property

​​​Peak Venues have a dedicated Accessibility Champion who will be able to assist you with specific property information, please contact them by email for any further help at hello@peakvenues.co.uk

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How To Find Shippon Barn

Directions

The address of Shippon Barn is: 

Church Lane, great Longstone, Derbyshire, DE45 1TB

Approx GPS coordinates of the property are: 53.242846, -1.701095

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Directions to Shippon Barn by car from Bakewell (roundabout at Rutland Arms) (approx. 8 minutes):

  • Follow signs to the A6 (Buxton Road)- continue along this for 1.3 miles
  • After 1.5 miles, turn right onto A6020 (signposted to Chesterfield, Sheffield A2020 (A619) Ashford in the Water)
  • Follow A6020 for 1.2 miles
  • Turn left onto Longreave Lane (signposted to Great Longstone & Rowland)
  • Follow the road under the bridge and keep left (road turns into Main Street)
  • Continue on Main Street for 0.7 miles
  • Turn right onto Church Lane (signposted to Hassop & Rowland) – just before you reach The White Lion pub on your left hand side
  • Continue on Church Lane for approx. 40 metres
  • Shippon Barn will be on your right straight after the institute/village hall and has a cobbled pavement outside the front)
  • For parking – go past the property and Top Shippon which is adjoined to Shippon Barn. Just after Top Shippon turn right and follow the drive round the back of the property into the garden area where you can park.
  • You have arrived at Shippon Barn!

Directions to Shippon Barn by car from Baslow (roundabout by Rowley’s/playing fields) (approx. 9 minutes):

  • Following signs to the A619 take Bakewell Road and continue along Bakewell Road for 0.3 miles
  • Get in the middle lane to turn right onto A619 (signposted to Bakewell, Buxton (A6), Beeley, Rowsley, Matlock (A6) & Haddon Hall)
  • Follow A619 for 2 miles
  • Take the right hand turn onto A6020 (signposted Buxton A6020 (A6) & Ashford in the Water)
  • Follow road down for 0.7 miles
  • At the roundabout go straight over continuing on A6020
  • Follow A6020 for a further 0.8 miles
  • Turn right onto Longreave Lane (signposted to Great Longstone & Rowland)
  • Follow the road under the bridge and keep left (road turns into Main Street)
  • Continue on Main Street for 0.7 miles
  • Turn right onto Church Lane (signposted to Hassop & Rowland) – just before you reach The White Lion pub on your left hand side
  • Continue on Church Lane for approx. 40 metres
  • Shippon Barn will be on your right straight after the institute/village hall and has a cobbled pavement outside the front)
  • For parking – go past the property and Top Shippon which is adjoined to Shippon Barn. Just after Top Shippon turn right and follow the drive round the back of the property into the garden area where you can park.
  • You have arrived at Shippon Barn!

Directions to Shippon Barn by car from Buxton (roundabout by Morrison’s) (approx. 25 minutes):

  • Follow signs to the A6 (Bakewell Road)- continue along this for approx. 10 miles
  • Turn left onto A6020 (signposted to Chesterfield, Sheffield A2020 (A619) Ashford in the Water)
  • Follow A6020 for 1.2 miles
  • Turn left onto Longreave Lane (signposted to Great Longstone & Rowland)
  • Follow the road under the bridge and keep left (road turns into Main Street)
  • Continue on Main Street for 0.7 miles
  • Turn right onto Church Lane (signposted to Hassop & Rowland) – just before you reach The White Lion pub on your left hand side
  • Continue on Church Lane for approx. 40 metres
  • Shippon Barn will be on your right straight after the institute/village hall and has a cobbled pavement outside the front)
  • For parking – go past the property and Top Shippon which is adjoined to Shippon Barn. Just after Top Shippon turn right and follow the drive round the back of the property into the garden area where you can park.
  • You have arrived at Shippon Barn!

Guestbook

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Your Stay At Shippon Barn

Our Favourite Places to Eat Nearby

Pubs

  • The Crispin - in the village, a few minutes walk from the cottage, family run pub, known for their aware winning cellar. Serving traditional pub classics, with a beer garden to enjoy in the warmer months and also dog friendly. 
  • The Packhorse, Little Longstone - Lovely historic character features in this compact pub – promotes itself with ‘Walkers and Muddy boots welcome.’ It is worth booking a table for a group as it is popular with the locals.
  • The White Lion, Great Longstone - traditional Sunday roasts and homemade pub food, offering local real ales and a great selection of wines all situated in the heart of this pretty village. 
  • The Bull, Ashford in the Water - Traditional Robinson small character pub serving great food, just a 5 minute stroll away. Lovely cosy fire in the winter months.
  • The Royal Oak, Hurdlow - Our award winning pub offers open fires, hidden corners, local ales and of course ‘great home-made pub food’ as it should be. Groups welcome - booking advised.
  • Monsal Head Hotel and Stable Bar, Monsal Head - This place has a great viewing area and is a fabulous place to rest and enjoy a pint in the old Stable Barn when walking along the Monsal Trail.
  • The Red Lion at Litton - Nestled on the green in the picturesque village of Litton, The Red Lion is one of a very few unspoilt traditional Peak District pubs. This historic inn combines character & quality in a way that is rare in modern pubs.
  • Devonshire ArmsBeeley - Set on the Chatsworth Estate, The Devonshire Arms is one of those picturesque country inns at the heart of village life. It offers the charm and character of an historic inn with a contemporary twist! The Brasserie is modern, bright and relaxing while the Inn is cosy and inviting.
  • The Bull’s Head, Monyash - A traditional pub located in the heart of Monyash, serving good pub food. Popular with families and walkers.
  • The Bull i'th Thorn, Hurdlow - pub and pizzeria, enjoy a selection of made to order oven pizzas in the refurbished spacious room, with a mixture of booth seating and individual tables - or sit in the bar area, still featuring some of the traditional charm from the days of the old coaching inn and enjoy burgers / sandwiches/ grazing boards, pub classics, children's menu and desserts to die for.
  • The Bridge Inn, Calver - set near to the river offering an idyllic setting in the Summer months to enjoy a local ale or glass of wine. Serving pub classics.


Restaurants

  • The Woodyard, Bakewell - Great location by the river in Bakewell for a family friendly Restaurant –  Serves both lunch and dinner.
  • PieDaniels, Bakewell - A fine French restaurant and cafe bar in the heart of Bakewell offering a selection of fine French & English cuisine.
  • Rajas Indian Restaurant, Bakewell - A great Indian restaurant located in the Bridge House just on the edge of the famous Bakewell Bridge. They also do take-aways.
  • Riverside House Hotel, Ashford in the Water - A luxury Hotel with a fine dining restaurant, they also offer afternoon tea.


Cafes

  • ​Aisseford Tea Room, Ashford in the Water - Pretty village tea room with lots of outdoor seating.
  • The Upstairs Café, Bakewell - A nice child–friendly café located in the centre of Bakewell.
  • Lavender Tea Rooms, Bakewell - A lovely quaint tea room, hidden in the corner of Hebden court, the charming décor includes vintage memorabilia and there’s outside seating in the sheltered courtyard. A great place for afternoon tea.
  • Hassop Station Café & Bookshop - A  family friendly cafe with outdoor covered seating and play, with a focus on food, family & fresh air. Enjoy brunch, lunch or afternoon tea on the terrace on the renown Monsal Trail or in the newly refurbished station building.
  • Hobbs Café, Monsal Head Hotel, Monsal Head - Situated at Monsal Head this cosy café offers great views and serves locally made ice cream.
  • The Old Smithy Café, Monyash - Rustic! Famous for its breakfast featured in the Top 50 Breakfast Book in the country. Character décor, open year round – walkers and bikers welcome. Also serves lunch daily with dinner on certain days.



Fresh Delivered Meals and Take-Aways

  • Sauced Here - fantastic selection of home made prepared meals from local chef/cooks - great for large groups. They also provide  a full basket of groceries from local producers that can replace a supermarket delivery.
  • Scoff - Delicious, home-cooked food, delivered to you in the Peak District.
  • Bakewell Fish and Chip Shop
  • Rajas Indian Restaurant
  • Hope Valley Pizza Co - Take away pizza with free delivery
  • Maazi- Sumptuous Indian meal or buffet delivered to your door. Numerous catering options and can also provide waiting on staff and even take away the washing up.

Our Top 5 Places to Visit Nearby

1. Spend a day exploring the historic market town of Bakewell

Bakewell is the largest town within the Peak District National Park and is a hub of activity. Market day is on a Monday and as well as a large range of stalls there is also an agricultural market which is definitely worth a look around as it offers a great insight todays farming community. The town also hosts a craft and gift fair every weekend in Brigade town hall. The Bakewell Old House Museum occupies one of the oldest buildings in Bakewell and dates back to 1543, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the towns past and is very interesting and informative with lots to appeal to all ages.Obviously no trip to Bakewell would be complete without sampling an original Bakewell pudding. The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop claims to have the old the original recipe and still makes the puddings by hand from the secret recipe. 

Click here for a link to further information on Bakewell.


2.Cycle or Walk the Monsal Trail

With the Monsal Trail so close by it would be rude not to take the opportunity to cycle/walk along this old Midland Railway line which runs from Bakewell right up to Blackwell Mill, in Chee Dale. The trail offers 8.5 miles of traffic free and mud free cycling/walking and with the recently reopened tunnels offers one of the most spectacular leisure routes in Britain for cycling, walking and horse riding. The nearest cycle hire is at Hassop station which is great place to stop for a bite to eat or for a coffee and nice piece of homemade cake! There is also a lovely little gift shop and book shop and a children’s play area. If walking it also worth leaving the trail and dropping down in to Monsal Dale itself to enjoy walking along down by the river.

Click here for a link to cycle hire at Hassop Station or here for more information on the Monsal Trail.


3. Take a tour around the Thornbridge Brewery

This award winning brewery is just a short drive from the property and for any real ale lover taking a tour of this state-of-the art brewery is not to be missed. With a large, social Tap Room that now serves fresh pizzas every day it's a great place to unwind after a day exploring the Peak District with comfy sofas and space to allocate larger groups. Dog friendly too.

Click here for a link to Thornbridge Brewery.


4. Chatsworth House and Park

No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth House. At Chatsworth there is something to do for every member of the family. The Farmyard and Adventure playground is a brilliant day out for children of all ages - with animal handling, milking demonstrations and daily activities, plus a woodland adventure playground with slides, trampolines and more!Then there is obviously the house itself, steeped with history it’s one of Britain’s greatest stately homes and has been passed down through 16 generations of the Cavendish family. The gardens are equally as impressive as the house, over 100 acres and as well and the beautiful flowers and plants, there are giant water features and sculptures dotted around. Again suitable for all the family, with the maze, the garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.

Click here for a link to Chatsworth House and Park.

5.Walk along the Edges

Baslow, Curbar and Froggatt Edges are only a short drive away and offer a spectacular walking route where you can view both the Dark and White Peaks. These three gritstone edges are part an almost continuous line of cliffs running from Stanage Edge down to Birchen Edge at the southern end. These Edges once famous for millstones, are now known as great places to rock climb. There over 200 rock-climbing routes on Curbar Edge alone, making the edges a mecca for walkers and climbers alike. For walkers Baslow Edge also offers interesting features including a memorial to the Duke of Wellington, a giant rock called the Eagle Stone which in years gone by the young men of Baslow used it to show off their prowess and fitness for marriage by climbing to the top and even some resident Highland cows.There are many different routes, some circular, some linear around the edges and also different staring/finishing points. A nice circular route which also includes walking along the river Derwent can be viewed by clicking here.

Key Facts

What To Expect at Shippon Barn

A basic weekend supply of the following (as there are no staff on site if you run out you will have to replace):

  • ​Hand soap
  • Loo rolls
  • Washing up liquid
  • Kitchen roll, cling film, kitchen foil
  • Dishwasher tablets
  • 5 x tea towels
  • 1 x dish cloth and pan scrubber
  • Basic cleaning materials
  • Utilities - Electric, gas, heating and hot water
  • Wifi 
  • 1 pint of fresh local farm milk


Useful Information

  • 1 x high chair (if requested)
  • 1 x Travel Cot- we provide basic travel cot's that comply with BSI. Please note that due to health and safety reasons, you will need to bring cot linen and any extra padding you require over and above the lightly padded standard base that is supplied by the manufacturer.
  • Fresh linen with beds made up upon arrival 
  • Fresh towels - Bath towel & hand towel for each guest
  • 1 x log burner –1 complimentary basket of logs is provided (due to health and safety we cannot supply fire lighters or matches so please bring your own).
  • Open plan living area has a 48 inch TV and DVD player with free sat and another wall mounted TV in one of the double bedrooms.
  • Blue tooth speaker
  • 1 x Hair Dryer
  • Iron & ironing board 
  • Hoover 
  • Washer & Dryer 
  • The owners live nearby at Church Lane Farm
  • Christmas - throughout December the property will have a Christmas Tree decorated with a set of lights


Cooking and Dining

Any kitchen items that are absolutely vital for your stay, please check with us before your visit to ensure that it is at the property (as things do sometimes get broken).

  • Pots, pans, roasting tins, crockery, cutlery and glassware (including champagne flutes)
  • Microwave 
  • Kitchen scales
  • Oven & grill plus gas hob with 4 rings
  • Full height fridge freezer plus additional fridge
  • Double toaster
  • 2 x cafetieres
  • 1 x Kettle
  • Electric hand whisk
  • Kenwood mixer
  • Dishwasher 
  • Large Oblong Dining kitchen table with seating for up to 4 – 8 guests

Parking

  • ​There is space for 2 cars at the rear of the property
  • Please do not obstruct the driveway as this is shared with the other cottage so access needed at all times
  • You can park one car on the cobbled area directly in front of the cottage and there is ample village parking should you need more
  • For reasons of both safety and property insurance, under no circumstances should you use the domestic plug sockets in the property to charge an electric vehicle. Our domestic supply in the property does not have the capacity or set up for EV charging.  Please use this link, that you may find helpful, for the nearby local charging stations. 


Outdoor Space

  • Fully secure walled garden accessed via the side gate that leads to the parking too
  • Flag stone patio area with wooden bench and garden furniture that seats 6 comfortably
  • Lawn Area
  • BBQ- charcoal- available between the 1st April to 31st October, please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment


Property Quirks

  • Step to access the back door
  • There are 3 shallow stone steps that lead from the lounge to the snug area
  • 3 stone steps from the dining room to the kitchen
  • The property is located in a working farming village so you may experience seasonal sights and smells, plus an odd tractor on the road


Dogs

  • ​We allow 2 dogs at the property and charge £30 per dog for the duration of their stay
  • We ask that they are kept off all furniture and out of bedrooms
  • Please clear any dog litter from the garden
  • Please do not leave your dog unattended in the property or garden at any time


Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is provided free of charge, however, as the Peak District is in a beautiful rural location sometimes there may be intermittent signal out of our control. We also hope you appreciate that we cannot guarantee Wi-Fi if there are technical issues in the area.

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