New Barn is a charming single-storey barn conversion located in Blandford Forum, Dorset, in the South West of England. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is situated near the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It features a king-size double bedroom with an en-suite shower and a twin bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. The open plan living area includes a kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with a woodburning stove.
Outside, guests can enjoy ample off-road parking, a private patio area, and a shared lawn. There is also a shared games room with a pool table, table football, and air hockey. The cottage is close to local walks, picturesque villages, bustling market towns, and the stunning Jurassic Coast. Amenities include electric heating, a woodburning stove, a fully equipped kitchen, a TV with FreeSat, WiFi, and a selection of books and games. Bed linen and towels are provided, and there is a travel cot and highchair available for guests with young children.
Winterborne Stickland, where the cottage is situated, is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offers excellent walks and breathtaking views. Nearby attractions include the historic market town of Dorchester and the Jurassic Coast with sandy beaches at Weymouth and Swanage. Visitors can also explore the fossils and stunning beaches of the Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes, and thatched-roof pubs that Dorset has to offer. In addition, the area boasts theme parks, such as Skirmish Dorset and Monkey World Ape Rescue Center, as well as Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Wimborne Model Town for family-friendly activities.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!