Owlbury Hall Barn in Snead near Bishop's Castle, Montgomery | Pet Friendly Cottage Break

About Owlbury Hall Barn

Reverse-level barn conversion. Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size (zip/link can be twin on request) with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x ground-floor king-size bed (zip/link can be twin on request). x1 double sofa bed in lounge area. Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC. First-floor kitchen/diner. First-floor living/dining room with woodburning stove

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating
✓ Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
✓ Smart TV & WiFi
✓ Fuel, power, and small pack of logs for woodburning stove included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Off-road parking for 6 cars
✓ Bike storage
✓ Hot tub
✓ Six well-behaved dogs welcome, secure gravelled courtyard for the dogs with 4 foot fencing
✓ There is also 2 additional fenced paddocks including a pond and woodland area for exercising dogs, the fields are not escape proof
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shop 3 miles, pub 2.8 miles
✓ Note: dishwasher and washing machine is in the utility room
✓ Please note that this property is not suitable for children under the age of 3 due to its upside-down layout

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Local Insights: Owlbury Hall Barn

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Snead, Shropshire

Weather & Local Conditions

11°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:08am

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10.70°C

Temperature

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3 km/h

Wind Speed

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90%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Owlbury Hall Barn sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

146m

(479 feet above sea level)

Owlbury Hall Barn sits in a peaceful Shropshire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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146m

Elevation

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Snead

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Snead are typical Shropshire lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 52.5194555° N | Longitude: 3.012291° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Snead (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:04am

Sunrise

7:31pm

Golden Hour

8:31pm

Sunset

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4:04am

Sunrise

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8:31pm

Sunset

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7:31pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:31pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Snead, you have approximately 16.46 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Owlbury Hall Barn.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Shropshire. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

Family & Fun

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Owlbury Hall Barn Reviews

Hayley

Beautiful setting, very spacious with everything that you could need. The owners were so friendly with all of us especially the children. They went above and beyond to make our stay the best possible. Our dogs had the best time exploring the grounds and the dog field.

Malcolm

A comfortable and well equipped property. Ideal for anyone wishing to take their dogs, especially the extensive grounds around the barn. The owners were very friendly.

Sheila

A great place for a country break away with friends. Owner was very helpful.

Melissa

My friends and I wanted the perfect place to celebrate a special birthday, and we loved our stay at Owlbury Hall Barn. Our hosts were so friendly and welcoming nothing was too much trouble. They even helped one of my friends who had a problem with her car. As for the house itself, the living area was huge and comfortable, with lovely views over the countryside, and the hot tub was a real treat. Perhaps best of all was the fact that we were allowed to bring all four of our dogs, who also loved their holiday. There were enclosed areas around the house itself for the dogs to potter about, as well as secure fields for a proper run, and plenty of lovely walks. We had a great stay and can't wait to come back!

Maurice

We found Owlwood Hall Barn to be both a reasonable price in the school holiday and also comfortably able to accommodate our five dogs. To date the holiday cottages we have looked at have either been too expensive or limited in the number of dogs allowed. The accommodation itself, was perfect for both of our two families and also the dogs. The property is fully secure and it is safe to allow the dogs to run free in the extensive open areas without concern for their safety. Although situated in the vicinity of the Hall, we found the owners non intrusive and the perfect hosts. The barn is designed with three adequily equipped bedrooms on the ground floor together with a common bathshower room and ensuit for the main bedroom. All rooms have patio doors which is very convenient, especially with the dogs. The living quarters and kitchen are on the floor above, covering the whole floor area and again they are well equipped and spacious. One of the advantages of this was that from the elevated position there are excellent views over the surrounding countryside. Our only complaint was that the lighting in the kitchen was inadequate and the fridge could be larger for the number of possible occupants. Washing up in the sink was a non starter bearing in mind the number of place settings so we relied on the dishwasher However we did find it difficult with the dishwasher being downstairs in the utility room. But we managed . The Wifi was fine and the TV once we had worked out how to use it was good. user manual please. There is a utility room and conservatory on the ground, but perhaps, more importantly, there is an excellent 247 hot tub, ready for instant use . A barbecue and log burner are available on the patio together, with a garden table and chairs, which because of the weather, we used most days. I cannot emphasise how impressed we were with this cottage and will certainly be returning next year. The whole set up is to accommodate both humans and their four legged fiends lots of them. Although fully furnished and welcoming, both this and the floor covering have been carefully selected to allow guests to relax with their pets without continuously worrying about their safety and welfare. Although this review concentrates on the dogs, it is the ideal accommodation for exploring the surrounding country side an dont worry about provisions while you are there because within 10 minutes drive there is a supermarket which would rival any we have in Reading, Thank you to the owners. for a great holiday and I hope this review will have many more enquires going forward

Dirty socks were left on the top of the travel cot, Cob webs and dust everywhere, Mould in the showers, they had not even tried to remove it, The fridge was too small for 8 people, Dishwasher downstairs when the kitchen was upstairs, Door handles loose, on the kitchen and bedroom. The bedroom handle actually fell off. Only to be held on with a screw, Tap dripping all the time in the kitchen, Light bulb in downstairs bathroom full of water, therefore no light in the bathroom, Parasol broken so couldn't sit out for long, No furniture in the conservatory, the windows were rotten and floor tiles broken. Husband cut his foot on it. Could have been one of the babies, Enclosed garden was tiny, full of nettles and thistles, Rugs smelt disgusting and were full of stains underneath. We had to roll them up and kept them behind the settee, Dirty and dusty underneath the settees. We even found a yogurt pot which was full of mould, must have been under the settee so long. Pool table was broken, so couldn't play it. The barn was dangerous to be in. We have lots of photographs if required. We actually paid 40 for early arrival and late departure to pay the cleaner! The last couple of years we have booked through Sykes and all the cottages were beautiful and spotless. Unfortunately this time we were very disappointed.

This was the perfect place for us with having 3 dogs of varying size they had all the space they could ever want and more. We had all the comforts we needed for 4 adults and a toddler lots of space and all we needed for our stay it really is a lovely place to stay and be relaxed with all the family including our pets We really could not of asked for more Elise and James were the perfect hosts there if required but not imposing in any way.

Brogan

Really enjoyed our stay here. Good location went for a hike at carding mill valley! Our stay was for 6 adults and one dog. Plenty of room !

Delphean

Fantastic place to stay! Yes the facilities are somewhat dated but it reflects in the price and there wasn't any issues with the use of it. The games barn was brilliant, it is just an unused barn with run down stuff in it but perfectly usable and a great addition for the kids. The grounds were superb, the dogs loved the freedom of it and the children were able to fly a kite and run around plenty. Hot tub was lovely after a day of walking both in Wales and the Shropshire AONB. The owners were great both before and during the visit. Perfect place for a dog and child friendly holiday where you can just switch off from normal life.

Our stay at Owlbury barn was in general a good one . However we were surprised that the cottage was not segregated from the owners house in the description it say the grounds were secure for pets but in reality the grounds are open which was disappointing . The WIFI was also very poor and the only way we could watch tv was through a firestick and our phones .The property as previous reviews suggest is tired and a little more effort could make it more appealing both internally and externally. Overall we thought bearing in mind we stayed in peak holiday season the price was reasonable but we would invest more money in the future to secure a higher standard of property .

One or 2 small negatives, wifi was very patchy, although part of being away is to switch off so its not a biggie, but could be for some people. Sliding doors in bedrooms do not seem to open so could get a little warm downstairs in the sun. A couple of electric fans would be useful I feel in the hot weather. It looks like it would be lovely in the winter with all the heaters and log burners. IF I went again at this time of year I would bring fly spray, need the windows open to keep cool so a lot of flies get in. No storage in middle bedroom, didn't really bother us but might be useful for people to know. Saying that we had an excellent time, the location is superb, the land was great for the children and dogs to run around, always felt very safe at any time of the day. The inside space was plenty big enough for the 7 of us to sit around in comfort. Hot tub was a nice feature. Would definitely consider staying there again, it pretty much met all of our requirements and cost was reasonable considering facilities and the number of people we had.

We had a very enjoyable stay Owlbury hall barn, very quiet and relaxing. We enjoyed exploring the area walking with our dog. We loved meeting James who was so friendly and Ruby his dog. A great place to stay.

Claire

Beautiful setting and lovely spacious accommodation . The only thing that could be improved is the WiFi which was intermittent.

Elaine

Fab break away with dogs. Loved the fact that there was so much space for them. Hot tub was a bonus. Will definitely return.

Carole

A stunning location. Beautiful setting. A lovely big house to stay in. Had everything you needed but it was a tad tired for the money. We had 3 families and so the living space was awesome. If I could suggest a new oven or an air fryer as the main oven is just a warmer im sure. The patio doors in the bedroom were all very precarious and weren't to be used. Lovely comfy beds, very dog friendly place. Would go again but more prepared.

Pros owner has been very helpful and responsive. Barn is really big and spacious. Cons Badly maintained house Both bathrooms were leaking between the silicone probably needs redoing. Barn is not suitable for families with young kids. Floor boards were creaky and and some were uneven and even loose which was extremely dangerous for crawlers and toddlers. Walls were really thin. We had white noise machine blasting but it was still very loud downstairs. There were lots of flies around even before we had arrived. Seems to be a clear issue as we found fly spray in the kitchen which we could not use due to chemicals being dangerous for dogs and babies. Beds were also overused can feel every spring through the mattress. Owners were really lovely but honestly would not go back.

Deborah

Great location gardens perfect for dogs and very safe for them to run off lead ... Great location gardens perfect for dogs and very safe for them to run off lead ,stunning views from the upstairs lounge area there was a few complications with working the tv but your in the countryside and WiFi although in the property is unpredictable the host James is very helpful and Elise I will definitely be returning again bishops castle is only a ten min drive away and lovely to walk around I found the shop keepers very friendly we stayed for a long weekend

Claire

The barn is in a beautiful setting and the barn itself very spacious ideal for dogs. The fenced back was ideal for letting your dogs out at night and the paddocks great for the day plenty of enrichment for the dogs. The road down to the barn was a bit like an extreme sport as much of it needs repair and is single track but barely any traffic so not a problem.

Rachael

We had a lovely few days at owlbury barn. Absolutely beautiful barn, with stunning views and grounds. Very clean and spacious. Our children loved the games. James was very helpful on arrival, we knew we could just ask if anything was needed. The hot tub was a perfect addition to the barn. Thank you for a lovely stay

Andrew

Lovely stay at Owlbury Barn. Beautiful Outlook and surroundings. Loved the upside down layout. James and Elise were very helpful . Great place for a family holiday and the dogs loved it and meeting their new friend Ruby! Will definitely look forward to returning

We had a wonderful stay at Owlbury Hall Barn. It is in such a lovely place.The barn is spacious and comfortable and has everything you need. The grounds are huge and extremely beautiful. The hosts are fabulous and very friendly. Our pup Margot loved her first doggy holiday, especially playing with Ruby, their Lab. We loved every minute of our stay and we can't wait to return.

We had a really lovely stay at Owlbury Hall Barn. The barn is stunning very spacious, immaculate and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The surroundings are beautiful with plenty of space for our young children and fur babies to run and explore, with the added bonus of a pool table, ping pong table and a hot tub. The owners are really lovely and approachable and made us feel very welcome. The local area is lovely with plenty of walks and we would highly recommend a trip to Powis castle. We will definitely be returning to Owlbury Hall Barn, thank you all so much.

A lovely charactered barn in beautiful rural setting. Peace and tranquility in abundance Perfect for dogs and humans alike to recharge your batteries. We will definitely be returning.

Deborah

Amazing space, beautiful surroundings, friendly host, highly recommended for exploring the area, relaxation and just being in nature.

Nicola

Fabulous holiday. Accommodation was spacious, clean and well equipped. Lots of space outdoors for children and dogs to play. Would recommend and book again.

Kimberley

Amazing week. . cottage delightful.. so much to do and see in the surrounding area. Beautiful little villages.. so enjoyed having lunch at Ragleigh inn little statton And coffee at many quaint village tea rooms. Walked the Montgomery canal lots of geocaching along the way. The national trust at little stratton walk was stunning with a lovely waterfall at the end. And the walk up to roundton hill, Montgomeryshire.. this was volcanic many many years ago views were incredible.. saw the red kites all around us. They are such elegant birds. All in all. Great holiday. Loved every minute oh and the jacuzzi was a perfect end to a perfect day. And our dogs had an amazing time too. Thank you James & Elise. X

Caroline

We really loved Owlbury Hall Barn and James was very helpful including when we nearly got snowed in. It is a wonderful peaceful setting and lots of glorious walks. We'll be back

Salman

We had a fantastic few days over half term staying at Owlbury Hall Barn family of 4 with 2 x 15 year old boys. The house is brilliant, so much space & the living room is great for relaxing in the evenings. The area is lovely with great walks on the doorstep & Bishops Castle is a nice small town with everything you need. Thank you to our hosts who could not have been more friendly or helpful. Were looking forward to hopefully coming back again.

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Owlbury Hall Barn, Snead

About Owlbury Hall Barn

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Owlbury Hall Barn

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Owlbury Hall Barn Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Owlbury Hall Barn Reviews