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Big fields, rolling countryside and the stunning Jurassic coast, rich with fossils, make Dorset a beautiful and fascinating place to visit. With abundant wildlife, ancient woodlands and the South West Coast Path National Trail running through, it's a great place for walkers and naturalists. Lots of historic houses and gardens to visit too.

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Wimborne Minster, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £705 Availability

Tucked back from the road heading through the hamlet of Wigbeth, this contemporary barn conversion was completed in 2019 and is ideally placed for exploring the local area. With easy access to both Hampshire and Dorset and a short distance from Cranborne Chase, there are fabulous walking and cycling routes nearby, with stunning views over picturesque countryside. For a spot of retail therapy and essential supplies head to the market towns of Wimborne and Ringwood. There is no shortage of things to do here with Badbury Rings, Moors Valley Country Park and the New Forest National Park all within easy reach. The sandy beaches of Bournemouth and Poole are also accessible by car. A path leads to the detached barn from the parking area. Once inside you are met by a stunning open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with full height vaulted ceiling. Picture windows to the rear flood the room with light and a fireplace with wood burner will instantly make you want to linger a while. This inviting space is cleverly divided and is the perfect place to unwind after a day spent exploring as it has a Smart TV. The stylish kitchen area is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. Leading on from here you will find an impressive king size bedroom with a free standing bath and separate walk in shower set into the room. A door leads to an en suite WC. Heading outside you will find an enclosed garden with a covered wood fired hot tub, patio area, furniture, charcoal BBQ and artificial lawn. Located directly outside of the lounge/kitchen/diner, it s the perfect spot for enjoying a meal outdoors. There is also a shared paddock available to use, ideal for picnics and dog walking. There is dedicated on site, off road parking for two cars 20 meters from the front door.

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Sherborne, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £638 Availability

Situated down a quiet lane in a rural setting, this stunning detached barn has been restored to the highest standards and boasts far reaching countryside views. Nestling in 800 acres of Dorset farmland, this superb property offers fantastic rural walks from the doorstep and the quaint, historic village of Yetminster is just one mile away along the country lanes, which offers a pub, shop and local café. The perfect base for exploring this idyllic part of the county, the local area boasts a wealth of pretty villages, sandy beaches and World Heritage status coastline along the Jurassic Coast. For a spot of retail therapy, the picturesque towns of Sherborne and Dorchester are both within easy reach, while culture lovers should head for one of the many nearby National Trust properties and grounds. For beach lovers, head to the popular seaside towns of Weymouth with its sandy beach and the harbour town of West Bay. There are many more attractions to visit including Monkey World, Abbotsbury Swannery, Corfe Castle, Bovington Tank Museum, Lulworth Cove and Castle, Durdle Door, as well as gastro pubs and restaurants to try out in the area. Arranged over one level, this delightful property is light and airy with high vaulted ceilings, wooden flooring with underfloor heating, exposed beams and floor to ceiling windows which allow the light to flood in. In the spacious and modern kitchen area you will find an electric oven and hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Enjoy relaxed meals around the dining table which sits in sunlight nearby and overlooks the patio outside. After a long day exploring the surrounding countryside, unwind on the comfortable sofas in the lounge area and enjoy a good book from the bookshelf, watch a film on the Smart TV/DVD, or simply relax and listen to the iPod dock. There are two beautifully decorated bedrooms, each displaying exposed beams, elegant window shutters and wooden flooring. Both bedrooms are en suite for your convenience and there is also a Smart TV in each room. One bedroom is a super king size with an en suite bathroom with a shower over the bath and a WC. The other bedroom benefits from a super king size zip and link bed, which can be made into a twin on request, along with an en suite wetroom with WC. Moving outside there is a spacious enclosed gravelled garden with a south facing patio, table and chairs, sun loungers and a BBQ for enjoying slow summer afternoons. There is also a shed for storing bikes and surfboards during your stay. Ample off road parking is available.

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Gillingham, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £939 Availability

Set in the heart of the Blackmore Vale, midway between the historic towns of Sherborne and Shaftesbury, this is an ideal touring base. Both these towns offer something for everyone with a good selection of pubs, cafes and shops. Visit Shaftesbury s famous Gold Hill, Sherborne s beautiful Abbey and Castle. There is an abundance of routes suitable for walking within this picturesque landscape. Accessible attractions include Stourhead, Salisbury Cathedral, The Longleat Estate, Stonehenge and Haynes Motor Museum, the Jurassic Coast, Corfe Castle, Dorchester, Weymouth, Monkey World and the Tank Museum. A shared driveway leads to the private gated entrance into this semi detached property. Once inside you are met with a generous hallway with a useful separate WC. There is a farmhouse style kitchen/diner to your left, which is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. A pantry houses the freezer. This sociable room has two dining areas, ideal for leisurely family meals. Heading back into the hallway you will find a utility room with washing machine and an inviting lounge with TV and wood burner. Stairs rise from the hallway to the first floor. There is a pretty twin bedroom set to the front adjacent to a family bathroom. There are three bedrooms set to the rear. The first a charming double with en suite shower room. The second also a double boasts a fantastic en suite bathroom/dressing room. The third is a light and characterful bunk room. All enjoy far reaching views with large picture windows. Heading outside via the hallway to the rear there is a patio with furniture and lawn with lovely views. To the front of the property, there is ample off road parking and a further generous enclosed lawn.

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Sherborne, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £542 Availability

Set in a tranquil village location, this stylish former barn offers views over surrounding fields, spacious rooms and an abundance of charm. The picturesque village of Yetminster has a pub, coffee shop and general store and is surrounded by open countryside, making it the ideal spot for walkers and nature lovers alike. A wide choice of pretty towns, villages and beaches are accessible from here by car or train, including the market town of Sherborne, which offers a great selection of artisan cafes, boutique shops and restaurants. The train station in the village links to Bath and Weymouth. Heading south from the barn is the stunning Jurassic Coastline, which provides the ideal backdrop for all manner of outdoor pursuits, or take a trip into Somerset in the North, with its many attractions such as The Haynes Motor Museum, Ham Hill and Montacute House. Having taken the short stroll from the roadside parking area to the property, you are met by a bright and airy kitchen with adjacent utility room housing a freezer and washing machine. The stylish kitchen area is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. An archway and 2 steps up lead to the lounge/diner, with doors leading into the garden, electric effect wood burner fire and a Smart TV, this is the ideal place to relax after a day spent exploring. From here there are 2 steps up to a twin bedroom with TV and a shower room opposite, with double shower and WC. Rising from the lounge/diner is a staircase, giving access to a beautiful king size bedroom with stunning views and an open plan bathroom, complete with freestanding bath and WC. Venturing outside you will find a generous private enclosed garden with a wooden gazebo with seating, as well as a decked area, garden furniture and BBQ. Located directly outside of the kitchen and lounge, it s the perfect spot for enjoying a meal outdoors, whilst taking in the beautiful views over open countryside. There is also an outside tap for muddy paws and boots. Roadside parking nearby for several cars subject to availability.

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Sturminster Newton, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £400 Availability

This property is located just a short walk from the centre of the historic town of Sturminster Newton. The celebrated author, Thomas Hardy, made Sturminster Newton his home and the area around the town features in several of his novels. It is easy to see why the novelist fell in love with this town, with its picturesque water mill, handsome arched bridge, and beautiful surrounding countryside. The River Stour which runs through the town, is a great place for keen fishermen, as well as those who leisurely walks in attractive surroundings . Further afield, yet still within easy reach the town of Shaftesbury is a wonderfully quaint place to spend an afternoon, and visitors will recognise its famous Gold Hill from the long running Hovis adverts. This detached property makes a lovely romantic retreat for a couple looking to escape the stresses of daily life. Upon arrival, guests can immediately make themselves at home in the lounge/diner which not only has comfortable seating, but also has large floor to ceiling windows which flood the room with light, and a TV/DVD. Passing the dining table and moving through to the kitchen, guests will easily be able to find everything they need including an oven, hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, and washing machine. The bathroom is also located on the ground floor and offers a shower over bath and WC. Stairs lead from the lounge up to the first floor in the eaves of the property. The super king size bed dominates this cosy space, which has sloping ceilings, a storage chest, and two circular windows at either end of the room. Guests should take care here as there is some reduced head height in this room. Outside, there is a pleasant patio with a table and chairs which is accessed from the patio door in the lounge. Beyond this area, the garden gives way to a spacious lawn with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the sun, or perhaps sit outside with evening drinks or an alfresco meal. There is ample off road parking.

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Blandford Forum, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £607 Availability

The Blackmore Vale is home to many beauty spots including Bulbarrow Hill and provides the perfect backdrop for all manner of outdoor pursuits. Head to the nearby village of Hazelbury Bryan and visit the shop and pub, or visit the market towns of Blandford and Sturminster Newton, where you will find a wider range of amenities. There are pretty cottages aplenty in Milton Abbas, or explore the village of Cerne Abbas which is home to a striking chalk giant carved high up on a hillside. Heading south by car will take you to the stunning Jurassic Coast and many popular attractions including Lulworth Cove, Abbotsbury and Ringstead Bay. A long, shared drive gives access to this single story property across a working farmyard. The private entrance door is set to the side of the building. Once inside, you are met with an entrance hall with a useful utility area with a washing machine. A contemporary shower room with a WC is just ahead of you and a king size bedroom is to the right. Set centrally within the property is a sociable open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with a vaulted ceiling. The kitchen area is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The comfortable lounge space is furnished with a wood burner and Smart TV and there is room to dine just opposite. Leading from this room is a further king size bedroom and up a short flight of stairs is a twin bedroom, plus a shower room with a WC. To the front of the property is a fully enclosed courtyard garden with furniture, perfect for outdoor dining. There is an additional sun terrace to the side and ample off road parking. A shared tumble dryer is available within an adjacent building. This property has a private water supply.

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Salwayash, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £634 Availability

Set between Beaminster (7 miles) to the north and Bridport (2.5 miles) to the south, the charming village of Salwayash makes a delightful, secluded base for a family exploring both the Dorset and East Devon Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the Blackdown Hills also within easy reach (20 miles). Heading south you can reach the Jurassic Coast, with West Bay just five miles away. Going east along the coast you will reach Charmouth (9 miles) and the pretty town of Lyme Regis (12 miles), with Burton Bradstock (6 miles) to the west and Eype (5 miles) to the south. Heading inland you can visit Forde Abbey (11 miles), Eggardon Hill (8.5 miles) and Kingston Russell Stone Circle (14 miles). This lovely property is situated in a former farmyard with five other converted barns nearby. On entering the cottage by the stable door, a hall leads you through and up a step to a light, spacious and welcoming open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. This stylish room features exposed ceiling beams, double glazed patio doors and ceramic flooring. The lounge is an ideal space for relaxation, with comfortable seating perfect for snuggling up and watching a movie on the TV/DVD. You will find a charming dining area where you can enjoy a family meal, and the kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, microwave, washing machine and a fridge with an ice compartment. A few steps lead down to the first bedroom which is a cosy double room. You will also find a bathroom on the ground floor complete with a shower over the bath and a WC. There s a small twin bedroom with restricted height and which can be reached both via the internal staircase and by external steps leading to an old grain door. Stepping outside you can relax in the rear enclosed garden, which has a patio area with seating, a small lawn and delightful views over a tree studded wild valley, which is an ideal habitat for birds and butterflies. Off road parking is available for two cars.

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Lulworth Cove, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £988 Availability

Set just half a mile from the breathtaking Lulworth Cove and Stair Hole in a peaceful cul de sac, this delightful cottage is perfect for exploring the Jurassic Coast. Nearby attractions include Lulworth Castle (2.5 miles), the Fossil Forest (0.5 miles) and the natural arch of Durdle Door (1.5 miles). There are plenty of beautiful beaches nearby including Ringstead Bay (11 miles), Kimmeridge Bay (8.5 miles) and Worbarrow Beach (3 miles). Heading inland you can visit the Tank Museum (6.5 miles) and Monkey World (6 miles), or discover Dorchester (13 miles) a popular market town famous for its links to Thomas Hardy. Heading east you could explore the ruins of Corfe Castle (10 miles) or the Hartland Moor Nature Reserve (10 miles). Entering this pretty property you will find the first of two lounges. Featuring beams, an oak floor and a wood burner set in a beamed fireplace and Smart TV, this is a lovely space to relax in. There are also three sets of French doors leading to the garden. The second lounge is snug and has a selection of games and books as well as a Bluetooth wireless speaker. Exploring further, there s a stylish kitchen/diner with French doors to the garden. The dining area is perfect for enjoying a family meal, and the attractive kitchen is fully equipped with a range oven, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer. The utility room houses the washing machine and a tumble dryer and an extra fridge/freezer can be found in the garage. The ground floor also features a separate WC. Going upstairs, you will find three comfortable bedrooms, all with reduced height in the eaves. There are two double rooms (one with a 5 bed) each with an en suite shower room with WC. There s also a twin room and a study with room for a cot. You will also find a bathroom complete with a bath and WC. Heading outside, the back garden is a lovely space to relax in with a paved terrace and outdoor furniture offering a delightful country view. A couple of steps lead up to the lawn. Parking is available for three cars: two on the gravelled area to the front of the property and one to the side.

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Charminster, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £537 Availability

Get away from it all in this wonderful rural setting, however, there are many places to head off to during your holiday including the historic market town of Dorchester (1.5 miles) has plenty of independent shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants, and is known for its links to Thomas Hardy. You can visit Hardy s birthplace in the village of Higher Bockhampton (3.5 miles), or his home at Max Gate (3 miles). Other local attractions include Maiden Castle (3.5 miles), Jordan Hill Roman Temple (9.5 miles) and Clouds Hill, the former retreat of T E Lawrence (9.5 miles). You can also head to the coast with the popular resort of Weymouth nearby (11 miles), which features a sandy beach, traditional seaside amusements and a vibrant harbour. Weymouth is also home to the lifting Town Bridge, the Radipole Lake RSPB Reserve and the Nothe Fort museum. Set at the end of an unmade track amongst original farm workers cottages, this attractive cottage is accessed via three steps which lead into the porch. You can leave coats and boots in the hall, then head into the spacious, light and welcoming open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. With a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams, this living area is an ideal space to relax in. The lounge has plenty of seating, Smart TV/DVD and a wood burner, while the dining area is perfect for any family meal. The charming kitchen is equipped with an oven, microwave, washing machine and a fridge with an ice compartment. There is also a cosy double bedroom on the ground floor, where you will also find the bathroom, which is complete with a shower over the bath and a WC. A spiral staircase leads you up to a small gallery with a low beam and then into the twin bedroom. This bedroom has two 2 6 single beds and a low, sloping ceiling. To the front of the cottage there s a grassy area which is crossed by a public footpath. You can also relax in the large L shaped back garden which is laid to lawn with trees and shrubs and looks out over acres of fields. There s also a choice of outdoor furniture so you can sit back with a drink and enjoy the views.

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Winfrith Newburgh, Dorset, South West of England

Barn in Dorset From £501 Availability

The picturesque village of Winfrith Newburgh is a perfect base for a family looking to explore the ancient Jurassic Coast as well as being ideally placed for enjoying the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Heading toward the coast you can explore the delightful Lulworth Cove, 4 miles, Ringstead Bay, 8 miles and the famous natural arch of Durdle Door, 3 miles away. You can also visit popular coastal towns including Wareham 9 miles, Swanage 17.5 miles and Weymouth 11 miles. Heading inland you can relax in the market town of Dorchester (9.5 miles). Close to the beautiful Purbeck Hills, you can also discover the magnificent Lulworth Castle which is 6 miles away or the ancient ruins of Corfe Castle, 12.5 miles. Entering this lovely property, you will find yourself in the beamed hallway that leads to the dining area, kitchen and lounge. The charming dining area makes an ideal space for the whole family to sit down and share a meal. The attractively designed kitchen is equipped with a traditional AGA, electric oven and 2 ring gas hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and microwave. The washing machine and dryer can be found in the garage. The lounge is an ideal space to relax in with plenty of seating, Smart TV/DVD, Netflix, a piano and an open fire set in an exposed stone inglenook. French windows lead out onto the enclosed courtyard and to the front an open garden area. There is also a ground floor WC. Going upstairs you will find two bedrooms; a spacious master bedroom with a king size bed and TV and a twin bedroom. There s also a bathroom with a shower over the bath and a WC. Stepping outside, you can unwind in the pretty back garden which has a courtyard and a BBQ. The front garden, which is not enclosed, is laid to lawn with trees and additional shrubs. Off road parking is available for up to two cars.

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