Barnyard Cottage, Town Farm

Barnyard Cottage is one of seventeen attractive cottages at Town Farm, providing serviced accommodation in the Buckinghamshire countrysiBarnyard Cottage is one of seventeen holiday cottages at Town Farm, on the edge of the Chilterns. We are a working arable farm, with some sheep over the surrounding hills, we are lucky to have views over to Ivinghoe Beacon on one side, and Aylesbury Vale on the other. All the cottages each have their own unique charm, and we also run a campsite during the summer months. The `Pick Your Own` opens in June and guests can take a picnic and stock up on fruit and vegetables - this is a five minute drive away. It is only a ten minute drive to Tring Railway Station, shops and facilities, or a ten minute walk to Ivinghoe village, with pub, shop and tea room. London Euston is a 40 minute train ride from Tring Station. Barnyard is situated on the main courtyard, with an outside sitting area near the front door. The ground floor comprises an open plan sitting and dining room, with a separate kitchen. The sitting room has comfortable sofas, a flat screen TV and dining table with six chairs. The kitchen is fully equipped with cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Upstairs there are three bedrooms (one double, and two twin rooms) and a family bathroom. The bathroom includes an over bath power shower. The property has access to a tennis court which is available to hire, games room and a children`s play area.  Barnyard Cottage is centrally heated by oil. Parking for two cars is available at the front of the property. Up to two pets are welcome in the property, please let us know on booking. Wi-fi is included in the rental. We request a refundable GBP100 damage deposit for stays of up to 27 days, and one week`s rental for stays of over 28 days. Please see our terms and conditions for further details. `We all had a wonderful time whilst staying at Barnyard Cottage. We thought the property was well appointed and comfortable, and would have no hesitations in coming back or recommending it to others. The children made good use of the tennis court and play field - so this was a boom in them being able to burn off some energy (the weather helped of course!). Whilst there were a couple of minor issues with the property - we were really impressed that they were dealt with quickly and courteously. Thanks.` - Ian & Sue J. `We had a great time and appreciated all the hospitality. You have a very nice facility that`s convenient to a number of locations. We`ve already shared the details with a few friends that are planning trips in the future` - Glenn G.de. Town Farm is a working farm nestled at the foot of the Chiltern Hills and has been run by the Leach family since the early 1930s. About 1,000 sheep are farmed on the Beacon Hill and surrounding high ground, while the lower fields are used for crop cultivation. The `Pick Your Own` opens in June and guests can take a picnic and stock up on fruit and vegetables. The farm enjoys fantastic views of the surrounding countryside including the local landmark - Ivinghoe Beacon, which marks the start of the famous Ridgeway Walk. Barnyard is situated on the main courtyard, with an outside sitting area near the front door. The ground floor comprises an open plan sitting and dining room, with a separate kitchen. The sitting room has comfortable sofas, a flat screen TV and dining table with six chairs. The kitchen is fully equipped with cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Upstairs there are three bedrooms (one double, and two twin rooms) and a family bathroom. The bathroom includes an over bath power shower. Outside there is a childrens' play area and communal tennis court. Barnyard Cottage is centrally heated by oil. Internet by Wifi is available and included in the rental. There is also parking for two cars at the front of the property. `We all had a wonderful time whilst staying at Barnyard Cottage. We thought the property was well appointed and comfortable, and would have no hesitations in coming back or recommending it to others. The children made good use of the tennis court and play field - so this was a boom in them being able to burn off some energy (the weather helped of course!). Whilst there were a couple of minor issues with the property - we were really impressed that they were dealt with quickly and courteously. Thanks.` - Ian & Sue J. `We had a great time and appreciated all the hospitality. You have a very nice facility that`s convenient to a number of locations. We`ve already shared the details with a few friends that are planning trips in the future` - Glenn G. All our properties on Town Farm are comfortably furnished and offer all the convenience of your own home, all with fully equipped kitchens, some with dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Linen and towels are also provided, together with an information pack in the property, with a list of local activities and things to do. The location of the farm means that we have lovely views over the Vale of Aylesbury and Ivinghoe Beacon, so we are in the middle of the countryside, and yet only 10 minutes to shops, railway station and a wealth of activities the area has to offer. The property is self contained, and located on Town Farm. You are welcome to use the facilities on Town Farm, which has a play area and tennis court, as well as local footpaths. There is also a footpath through the fields to the local pub, post office and tea room in Ivinghoe. We have an office on site, open Monday to Friday - 9.30-2.30pm and Saturday 9.30-12, and are always happy to see our guests! There is a key box outside the front door of the property, which will enable you to gain access, at your convenience, after 3pm on the day of arrival. There is also an emergency mobile number for out of hours. We provide a weekly linen change and bathroom refresh and would usually email you to let you know when this is arranged. We love the area because you can be in the middle of the countryside one minute and hopping on the train for a 50 minute ride to London the next. The Chilterns offer a wide variety of activities, from National Trust properties, walking through the bluebell woodlands, driving through the picturesque "Midsomer" villages, to visiting Tring Zoological museum, swooping down the real snow in Milton Keynes Snozone, or playing Top Golf in Watford. All within 30/40 minutes of the farm. We are also close to the Grand Union Canal which stretches from London to Birmingham and which offers leisurely walks and boat hire. We are also only around an hour from Stratford on Avon, a little further to Oxford and Cambridge, and is a good basis for sightseeing. We are a ten minute drive to Tring Station, which can take you to London Euston in 40 minutes. There is a local bus service in Ivinghoe village, which is a ten minute walk away. A car is recommended.