Rustic on the outside but with every modern convenience inside, these jaw-dropping barn conversions are a far cry from humble cow sheds. Brimming with wow-factor living spaces, contemporary design and luxurious amenities, click or scroll on to take a look inside some of the world’s most incredible converted farm buildings…

Located in Fairfield, Connecticut, this upscale barn is full of New England charm. After decades of tasteful renovations with repurposed materials, the old house has been turned into a thoroughly sophisticated space. Featuring vast swathes of windows and stylish living areas, the historic four-bedroom home is as luxurious as they come.

Inside, the converted home boasts modern furnishings that are balanced out by rustic features, including 30-foot ceilings, exposed wooden beams and idyllic views overlooking the estate’s acre of wooded land. From bright pops of colour to reclaimed furnishings, the living room is the perfect relaxing space to unwind.

Built in the early 1900s to house oxen, the barn is unrecognisable today. While the original thick oak flooring is still in place, an upper floor has been created by reorienting the barn’s beams horizontally instead of vertically to create a platform.

Outside, the unusual home conversion boasts an elevated deck and a stone patio that overlooks the woodlands and a tranquil brook – a peaceful spot for alfresco dining amid the countryside. Available for rent on Airbnb, it really is the perfect relaxing retreat. 

The 18th-century Grade II-listed building has all the mod cons, including this newly-refurbished kitchen, which backs onto the living room. Sleek and stylish, it features sleek grey cabinets as well as a small column of traditional brick that helps support the structural beams. 

Located in the prestigious Upper Makefield area of Pennsylvania, this state-of-the-art American barn conversion sits on six-and-a-half acres of land. What's more, the home is also environmentally friendly with an ultra-modern geothermal heating and cooling system. 

The kitchen is a chef's dream filled with top-of-the-line appliances, custom wood cabinets and soapstone countertops. The traditional-style wood that frames the windows adds a rustic element to the sleek and sophisticated design. 

The master bedroom, located on the first floor, features a walk-in wardrobe and two-storey ceilings, while the ensuite is finished off with stone walls and an amazing copper bath. On the second floor, there are three more bedrooms and two bathrooms. 

This charming four-bedroom bespoke barn conversion in the quaint village of Pendoylan, Wales, sits in a peaceful rural location surrounded by manicured lawns. Featuring a modern extension, the barn is unrecognisable from its former self. 

Located just half an hour from the city of Hudson, this picture-perfect red barn is as idyllic as it gets. Sitting on three acres of land, the barn boasts two bedrooms and one-and-a-half bathrooms and is available to rent on Airbnb. 

Inside, large windows look out over the serene meadow, while the cosy living room boasts a free-standing fireplace that's the perfect spot to gather around on a chilly night. The converted barn’s quirky interior has been thoughtfully designed: it’s full of modern touches and traditional features that blend together to create the perfect country style.

Some of the original barn wood has been repurposed throughout the property, with old sashes doubling up as a room divider to zone off the kitchen from the open-plan dining space. Featuring a built-in breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances and wooden accents, the rustic kitchen is the perfect place to cook up a storm.

Downstairs, the two bedrooms are full of surprises including a welcoming fireplace and a striking stained-glass window. Meanwhile, private decks lead out from the upstairs lounge, offering stunning views over the unspoilt countryside that surrounds the barn. Blissful!

Inside, the double-glazed full-height windows run along the entire length of the house, providing light for the living spaces. Open-plan in design, the kitchen runs through to the living space and dining area, making it the perfect space to entertain. 

The modern kitchen has been finished with high-gloss acrylic doors, quartz worktops and walnut finishes, while LED strip lights accentuate the built-in appliances. When it comes to streamlined and sophisticated, this culinary space ticks all the boxes!

The beautiful home also includes a games room, with speakers inset into the ceiling and double doors that spill out into the grounds, making it the perfect pad to host a party. It's hard to believe this magnificent residence once accommodated cows!

The handiwork of husband and wife house-flipping team Chip and Joanna Gaines, this gorgeous 'barndominium' was featured on the couple's Fixer Upper TV show. The home's exterior was updated to feature large black mullioned windows and characterful white shiplap walls. 

The famous five-bedroom house, which had a starring role in season three of the popular show, features dark wood flooring, which provides the perfect contrast against the fresh white walls. The new interior design also features sliding barn doors, which are a nod to the building's agricultural past.

A triumph of a barn conversion, Bluebell Barn is located on the outskirts of the English village of Cold Norton in Essex. Now a reimagined modern marvel, the remarkable home boasts a swimming pool and manicured lawns across its stunning back garden. 

The enormous outfitted barn, which dates back 300 years, comprises a total of 4,500 square feet of living space and features the most incredible galleried lounge with high ceilings, a glazed wall and exposed oak beams.

This 13,000-square-foot barn in New England blends old and new architecture to perfection. Thanks to a considerate yet daring design, the agricultural outhouse has been repurposed for modern living and given a contemporary New York City-style loft vibe.

Filling the rooms with natural light certainly isn't a problem in this place. The enormous open-plan living room is nothing short of breathtaking, with its incredible Crittall-style glass walls and stunning stone fireplace. 

The capacious living space leads into a chef-worthy professional kitchen with radiant-heated stone flooring and a wood-fired pizza oven. The open-plan layout is also home to a dining area and a small home-working space. 

The cutting-edge converted barn has been designed with an 'upside down' layout to show off the surrounding countryside views  – the main living area is located on the upper floor to make the most of the outlook, while the bedrooms are situated downstairs.

Converted into a private home in 2006, this Sears and Roebuck 1930s kit barn has been beautifully transformed into a luxury residence. Located in Durham, Connecticut, the 6,000-square-foot barn was once the most expensive home for sale in the small town.

 In a class of its own, the stunning interior is spread over multiple levels. Designed in a modern farmhouse aesthetic, the double-height living room boasts a huge stone fireplace, while the lower level is home to a state-of-the-art entertaining space that includes a home theatre and a family room.

Brimming with luxury touches, French doors open up to the heated saltwater pool, which sits adjacent to the sunroom on the east side of the home. The sprawling master bedroom is nestled in the vaulted upper floor and features towering ceilings and feature windows that echo the barn’s original architecture. 

The rustic kitchen, which sits on the first floor, has been kitted out with the latest gadgets and appliances and includes a red centre island and breakfast bar. Outside, the property has a vast 16 acres of verdant land, with a tranquil pond and a guesthouse to accommodate visitors.

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