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The Barn @ Swanage Farm

Swanage, Dorset
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This property is managed by Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Internet access
Working farm
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Unique barn conversion with beautiful indoor and outdoor dining spaces to enjoy
  • A family-friendly rural retreat nestled on farmland in the Dorset countryside
  • Ideally situated for exploring the nearby headlands and views of the dramatic Jurassic Coast

Property code: OC-WY559

Set within the grounds of a Swanage farm on the outskirts of this popular seaside town, this property is a great choice for families looking for a peaceful getaway whilst still being within easy reach of the town and beach. The wide sandy bay is just 1 mile away with its shops, ice creams, and fish and chip shops. Visit the nearby nature lover’s paradise of Studland Bay 5.5 miles away or continue another mile where you can take the chain ferry across to the popular towns of Poole and Bournemouth with plenty of family attractions.

A spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/dining area takes up the ground floor, with large comfortable sofas, arranged around a Smart TV. The kitchen has everything you might need for home cooking, and there is a dining table and chairs in front of bi-fold doors that lead out to the secluded garden. The master bedroom sits on the ground floor with a super-king-size zip-and-link bed that can be converted to a twin if needed, along with the family bathroom. Stairs lead up to the first floor where there are a further two bedrooms, one king-size and one with bunk beds suitable for children. Both have sloping ceilings and Velux windows, and there is a further shower room on this level too.

Outside is an enclosed garden with a patio and dining table and chairs, and a lawned area with sun loungers. A driveway leading to a car port offers parking space for two cars.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (can be arranged as a twin on request), 1 king-size, 1 bunk bed for children
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Smart TV, stereo system
  • Enclosed garden with patio area and table and chairs, and small lawned area with sun loungers
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop and pub 0.5 miles
  • Beach 1 mile
  • Low, sloping ceilings on the first floor
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Please note, this property is next to a working farm, and tractors do use the lane running behind
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Samantha Banner

This property is personally managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Johanna 17th September 2023

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Reviewed by Rob 13th August 2023

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Reviewed by Carol 11th June 2023

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Very high standard of property with friendly, helpful owners. Information prior to arrival was good and the property matched our expectations

Reviewed by John 24th September 2022

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Reviewed by H 16th September 2022

Very well appointed accommodation. Comfortable and clean and good for all the family. We received a warm welcome and enjoyed fantastic weather. A lovely place to stay and even had the company of a deer or two in the Orchard. Thank you. Lovely little place.

Reviewed by P 9th September 2022

Very nice accommodation. Excellent location for lovely walks. Thank you for everything. Good weather and loved the town centre.

Reviewed by Caroline 3rd September 2022

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Reviewed by Heather 22nd August 2022

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Reviewed by Mr 12th August 2022

Lovely accommodation. Great location. Thank you

Reviewed by David 30th July 2022

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Reviewed by K 28th July 2022

Couldn't have had a better week. Lovely accommodation. Looking forward to coming back soon.

Reviewed by M 21st July 2022

Great place to stay. Lovely accommodation, Lots to do. Such a lovely house. Very comfortable and quiet. Easy to walk to the beach/town. We all loved our stay here.

Reviewed by Mrs 15th July 2022

Lovely accommodation. Nicely looked after, all enjoyed our stay.

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Location

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