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Countryside Cottage on the ground floor with a walled garden and 50" SMART TV

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Countryside Cottage on the ground floor with a walled garden and 50" SMART TV

Experience The Victorian Barn Estate Dorset: Your Family Retreat in Rural Paradise

Welcome to The Victorian Barn Estate, a sanctuary of 14 family-friendly, self-contained, and self-catering holiday homes nestled in the serene Dorset countryside. Your escape to rural bliss begins here.

With numerous nearby pubs and restaurants to explore, you'll have a multitude of dining options to savour. Our central Dorset location offers easy access to both the stunning coastline and picturesque countryside, ensuring a well-rounded experience for every traveller.

A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Discover a world of splendid outdoor spaces, ideal for leisurely al fresco dining, where laughter echoes through the gardens. Your stay promises both adventure and relaxation, all within your grasp.

Abundant Leisure Facilities

From the enchanting indoor heated pool and soothing sauna to the lively games room, activity suite, and tranquil fishing lakes, our estate has an array of activities for everyone. The little ones can revel in our outdoor play area, while the grown-ups unwind.

Modern Comforts

Stay connected with complimentary superfast WIFI and enjoy ample free parking during your visit. Our goal is to provide the utmost convenience and relaxation.

The Lodge: Your Cosy Sanctuary

The Lodge offers accessibility with wide doorways and underfloor heating throughout. An open-plan kitchen with washing machine and lounge, complete with a 50" SMART TV, welcome you. Rest easy in the double and twin bedrooms with blackout blinds, perfect for 4 guests, and refresh in the separate shower room.

Outdoor Bliss

Step into your walled garden, soak up the sun on the patio, and dine in style with garden furniture that invites al fresco delights.

Unwind in Style

Our acclaimed 12.5-meter indoor heated pool and sauna, housed in a picturesque pine log cabin, provide the perfect setting to unwind. The pool's temperature, a comfortable 30-32 degrees, is powered by renewable energy and kept pristine with a UV and Chlorine system.

Pool Access Made Easy

Enjoy exclusive term-time and school holiday access to the pool via an online calendar, ensuring private sessions for you. Communal swim sessions on Fridays (4 pm - 6 pm) are also available.

Endless Fun

Explore our games room (8 am - 10 pm) with coin-operated pool and football table, a retro quiz machine, and a library of free-to-use board games and books. Our activity suite (8 am - 10 pm) offers badminton, table tennis, and toys for all ages.

For the Young Adventurers

Our outdoor play area is a paradise for young explorers, offering hours of fun and laughter.

Angler's Paradise

The fishing lakes (7 am - 7 pm) are a serene escape for fishing enthusiasts, surrounded by nature's beauty.

Your dream family getaway awaits at The Victorian Barn Estate Dorset. Book your stay now, and let the adventure begin!

The Lodge in depth:

Ground Floor
One double bedroom (two guests) with large window, curtains and blackout blinds. Space for a cot.

One twin bedroom (two guests) with large window, curtains and blackout blinds.

Separate shower room with heated towel rail, wash hand basin & WC.

Our bedrooms boast comfortable memory foam mattresses with plush pillows and duvets (non feather), fitted wardrobes, dressing tables, bedside tables & full length mirrors.

Open plan kitchen and lounge.

The contemporary, sleek grey kitchen also boasts the original barn tiles and is fully equipped with double oven and ceramic hob plus under counter fridge freezer.

There is a dining area with table and chairs for four guests.

The back door of the Lodge leads off from the kitchen onto a sunny south facing patio.

The spacious L shaped lounge area offers comfortable leather sofas, coffee table, 50" wall mounted SMART TV and large south facing window with curtains. There is also an entrance door with blinds.

The Lodge is semi detached with the Stable and features underfloor heating throughout.

This cottage has retained many original barn features such as exposed beams, original detailed woodwork and oak doors making this a truly traditional countryside escape.

Outdoor Area
Amazing views towards open countryside with Bulbarrow Hill, the second highest point in Dorset in full view.

The Lodge features a walled garden and sunny south facing patio area with picnic furniture, perfect for dining alfresco!

Nearby open plan lush green lawn for outdoor fun and play or to just breath in the fresh countryside air and to relax upon.

For guests convenience this property also benefits from an outdoor drying line.

The Victorian Barn is situated within 65 acres of glorious countryside, featuring plenty of outdoor space laid to lawn and patio areas to make your getaway a truly relaxing one.

Parking for one car directly outside the Lodge and additional parking nearby.

Ample parking. Extra wide spaces.

Our onsite EV Charger means you can visit all the sights of Dorset and return at the end of the day to charge your vehicle, for a stress free stay.

Property manager

Penny & Claire

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Victorian Barn Lodge
Lodge @ The Victorian Barn Family Owned Self Catering Holidays

About the neighborhood

Map
Woolland, Blandford Forum, ENG

What's nearby

  • Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 35 min drive - 25.8 km
  • The Tank Museum - 36 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Wimborne Minster - 42 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Durdle Door - 45 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Poole Harbour - 46 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • Yeovil Pen Mill Station - 30 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White hart alehouse - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shillingstone Railway Project - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Antelope Inn Pidney - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gaggle of Geese - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Hambro Arms - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Countryside Cottage on the ground floor with a walled garden and 50" SMART TV have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Countryside Cottage on the ground floor with a walled garden and 50" SMART TV pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Countryside Cottage on the ground floor with a walled garden and 50" SMART TV?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Countryside Cottage on the ground floor with a walled garden and 50" SMART TV?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Countryside Cottage on the ground floor with a walled garden and 50" SMART TV located?

This family-friendly Blandford Forum cottage is located in a rural location, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Badger Watch Dorset and Shillingstone Railway Project. The Art Stable and Sturminster Newton Mill are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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