The Milking Parlour at Ampneyfield Barns is a beautifully designed single-level conversion with panoramic orchard views. Sleeping four across two en-suite bedrooms, it combines vaulted ceilings, soft tones, and contemporary comfort — a calm, elegant base for exploring the Cotswolds.
Highlights
- Sleeps 4 in two en-suite bedrooms
- Single-level layout (no stairs)
- Air conditioning and underfloor heating
- Open-plan living with vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows
- Bespoke Shaker-style kitchen with full amenities
- One zip-and-link bedroom (can be twin or king)
- Private enclosed garden and courtyard with outdoor dining
- 900 Mbps broadband, Bluetooth speakers, and 54" HDTV with streaming
- Free washer, dryer, and dedicated workspace
- Pub within walking distance; short drive to Bibury and Cirencester
- Secure parking and self check-in
About
Inside
The Milking Parlour at Ampneyfield Barns offers 1,050 square feet of refined rural living, designed for comfort and ease. The open-plan layout brings together a vaulted-ceiling living area, dining space and fully equipped kitchen, all bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows that frame orchard and countryside views.
Outside there is a charming private garden and courtyard ideal for summer outdoor dining, the perfect place to relax with a glass of something gazing across the apple orchard and farm fields into the sunset.
Soft pastel décor and tasteful furnishings create a calm, homely feel, while modern touches — underfloor heating, air conditioning and 900 Mbps broadband — ensure complete comfort year-round. The bespoke Shaker-style kitchen includes an oven, electric cooker, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, wine glasses, cookware, and all essential ingredients such as oil, salt and pepper.
The living area features generous seating, a dining table for four, a 54" HDTV with Netflix, Amazon Prime and Apple TV, plus Bluetooth speakers and a small library of books and board games. A washer, dryer, iron and ironing board are also available, along with a dedicated workspace.
Two elegant en-suite bedrooms feature The White Company Egyptian cotton sheets, soft towels and room-darkening blinds. The first bedroom has a king-size bed, while the second can be arranged as twin beds or a king on request. Both bathrooms are finished with high-quality fittings, stocked with Ampneyfield Barns’ own soap and shampoo, and include baths, heated towel rails and ample storage.
Outside
OutsideThe Milking Parlour opens onto a private enclosed garden and terrace surrounded by hedging, with outdoor dining furniture and uninterrupted countryside views. It’s an ideal spot for breakfast in the sun or an evening glass of wine as the light fades over the fields. Free, private parking is provided beside the barn.
Location
Situated in Ampney Crucis, the property is surrounded by scenic walks and great local pubs. The Pig at Barnsley is just one mile away, Bibury and Cirencester three miles, and Stow-on-the-Wold and Daylesford around sixteen miles. The Cotswold Water Park lies seven miles south, offering nature trails and lake activities.
Access
Guests enter via the farm’s main drive to a private area reserved for the barns, with self check-in for convenience. Resort facilities nearby are also available to use.
Tranquil, light-filled and finished with care, The Milking Parlour at Ampneyfield Barns captures the best of modern Cotswold living in an idyllic rural setting.
Find the house
Why We Love It
Book your escape
Hosted by
Nigel
Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is one of England’s most picturesque regions, celebrated for its honey-stone villages, rolling hills, and timeless charm. Spanning several counties, it’s an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where winding lanes lead to historic market towns, ancient churches, and cosy country pubs.
From elegant towns like Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford to the peaceful meadows around Chipping Campden and Broadway, the Cotswolds offers a perfect mix of heritage and tranquillity. Days can be spent exploring stately homes, wandering through flower-filled gardens, or walking the scenic Cotswold Way.
Local life moves at a gentler pace here, shaped by centuries of craftsmanship, agriculture, and tradition. Visitors can browse independent boutiques, sample seasonal produce at farm shops, or join local festivals that celebrate everything from food to music and the arts. Whether you’re enjoying a lazy afternoon tea, cycling between hilltop villages, or visiting renowned landmarks like Blenheim Palace, the Cotswolds promises an authentic and memorable taste of the English countryside.
