Modern barn close to Sherborne

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

SherborneMeadow, ENG

Sherborne Abbey
6 min drive
Sherborne Old Castle
12 min drive
Sherborne Castle
13 min drive
Yeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)
16 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Family bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Meadow View Barn and The Shippens were converted in 2007 to give a modern relaxing environment retaining the character of the original structure. The barns are located in Over Compton, a quiet village about 3 miles from Sherborne and it’s wonderful Cathedral, old streets, individual shops and restaurants. There is a fantastic members only gourmet food and wine store a short walk from the barns. There is an award winning pub/restaurant (The Rose and Crown Trent) just 1.5 miles away.
The barns are in the perfect location to explore Dorset, either inland or the coast just a short drive away. There is a local train service to the City of Bath or Weymouth seaside.

Meadow View Barn sleeps up to 4 in 2 bedrooms with a large open plan living space. The Shippens is a larger 3 bedroom property with en-suite to the main bedroom, Sleeping up to 6. The barns can be rented together for a total of 12 beds.

We have furnished the barns to a high standard with good quality furniture and bed linen. The kitchens are well equipped with good quality appliances. We welcome families of any age and can offer travel cots, high chairs and stairgates on request. The prices include electricity, WiFi, 100% Cotton bed linen and a welcome basket. There are 40" SMART TVs, Wii games console and Superfast WiFi.

The barns are south facing and have gravel courtyard the gardens that get sunshine all day and into the evening. There is a table and chairs on a patio perfect to unwind in the evening and take advantage of the charcoal BBQ. The gardens have a small picket fence with a secure latching gate. There is a dedicated off road parking space for each property (The Shippens has two spaces, Meadow view one space).

Property manager

Ian Henderson

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sherborne

Sherborne is home to this holiday home. Global Images Gallery and Sherborne Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Gartell Light Railway and Badger Watch Dorset. Travelling with kids? Consider East Lambrook Manor Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Huish Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and golfing.

SherborneMeadow, ENG

What's nearby

Sherborne Abbey - 6 min drive
Sherborne Castle - 13 min drive
Montacute House - 13 min drive
Haynes International Motor Museum - 16 min drive
Fleet Air Arm Museum - 17 min drive

Getting around

Yeovil Pen Mill Station - 4 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

‪Texas Rocks - ‬5 min drive
‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
‪The William Dampier - ‬4 min drive
‪The Great Lyde - ‬6 min drive
‪Pen Mill Hotel - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern barn close to Sherborne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern barn close to Sherborne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern barn close to Sherborne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern barn close to Sherborne located?

Located in Sherborne, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Yeovil Country Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Global Images Gallery and Sherborne Museum. St John's Almshouses and Sherborne Abbey are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

William D.

26 Sept 2017

Aussies Abroard

We enjoyed our time at the Shippens and found it quite convenient for our visits around Dorset and Somerset. The place was well equipped and apart from some used towels behind a bedroom door it was scrupulously clean. We would highly recommend to future visitors.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Alec T.

5 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Autumn break

Spacious property for 4 but maybe a bit tight for 6 adults. Everything that we needed we found. The walk to Trenchermans on a sunny day was breathtaking especially with the cyclamen round the church. Plenty to see without travelling too far.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

25 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Lovely cottage, great communication with the owners prior to visit, excellent amenities in the cottage. Would love to visit again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic week away

We had a great week at The Shippens. The property is fantastic. Very well equipped. We loved the outdoor area and felt very relaxed throughout our time there. Ian and Alison were excellent hosts who were very helpful with any requests we had. We will definitely be visiting again

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kay T.

2 July 2018

Well appointed barn in pleasant surroundings

We are a family of six, ranging in age from 6 - 66 and all loved this barn. We were impressed with how well equipped the accommodation was and couldn’t find anything lacking. It was comfortable throughout but the two smaller bedrooms were very warm at night as we were lucky enough to be there during a very warm spell. The owners responded swiftly to queries both before and during our stay. We would not hesitate to recommend this property and would love to return ourselves one day.

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

2 Apr 2018

Fantastic weekend retreat!!

A hidden gem in deepest Dorset! A wonderfully spacious, comfortable, well equipped barn conversion that didn't disappoint. The pictures accurately depict this lovely setting & provided the perfect stay for the Easter bank holiday for me & my family. Everything was catered for by the accommodating owners. Spotlessly clean & modern, from the thoughtful welcome basket to all the numerous games, books & dvds provided for entertainment. A lovely quiet location, although a car is a must, but definitely will be hoping to return to revisit this beautiful barn.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

19 Aug 2017

The property was spacious, had everything you could need and was immaculate.

Really enjoyed our stay in this lovely part of the world.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michaela H.

18 Aug 2017

Sehr sauber, gut ausgestattet, gute Lage, Vermieter kann man jederzeit kontaktieren

Sehr liebevoll Eingerichtet. Für 7 Personen sehr gut geeignet. Gute Lage mit netten und hilfsbereiten Nachbarn.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Julia G.

15 July 2017

A fabulous destination, forms lovely base

Our family of 3 adults and 3 teens had less than a week and we could have stayed much longer. The accommodation was very well equipped and any comments we made were quickly acknowledged with a promise to be rectified; everything was professionally handled. We loved the area, beautiful walks, village fetes, Sherborne a gem. Thank you for a holiday to remember.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

7 Dec 2016

Relaxing and spacious

We had a great stay at the Shippens. The barn is lovely and spacious with everything you could want for a relaxing getaway. Beautifully decorated and very clean and tidy. We took a winter walk to the local deli and a trip to Sherborne Castle for their firework display which was excellent. Would definitely stay again!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

7 Dec 2016

The Shippens

The Shippens is a beautifully presented property in a lovely village/hamlet close to Yeovil. The property was clean, well equipped and very welcoming. I particularly loved the basket of biscuits/crisps and chilled bottle of wine waiting for us. The beds were very comfortable too. I highly recommend this property and look forward to returning in the future.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

C. C.

15 Oct 2016

Rundum zum Wohlfühlen

"The shippens" ist eine sehr komfortable und großzügige Ferienwohnung. Es war alles sehr sauber und gepflegt. Ein gefüllter Korb mit Leckereien erwartete uns gegen den kleinen Hunger und eine Flache Wein. Vielen Dank! Wir waren zu siebt dort (drei Erwachsene und vier Kinder) und es gab reichlich Platz für alle. Das Highlight für meine Jungs war die dort vorhandene Wii und das Sortiment an Spielen :-) Es waren auch reichlich Bücher, DVD´s und CD´s vorhanden. Wir kamen auch schnell mit den Nachbarn in Kontakt. Unser Fazit: * Die Engländer sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit; * Die Landschaft Südenglands ist einzigartig und sehenswert; * "The Shippens" ist ein Ort zum Wohlfühlen und "sich zu Hause" fühlen. Sehr empfehleswert!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sarah b.

11 Sept 2016

Beautiful property and location

Had a great time and wouldn't hesitate to go back

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 Sept 2016

A well equipped and comfortable holiday home.

We stayed for two weeks in July 2016 and found the Shippens to be very well equipped, comfortable and clean. There were 5 of us, Mum, Dad, Daugter and Grandparents. We found it to be an ideal base for us to explore the surrounding areas and plenty of room to relax when we got back each day. There were plenty of places to visit including the Haynes International motor museum, the Fleet Air Arm museum and Bovington Tank museum to name but a few. The Pen Mill Hotel restaurant was a favourite of ours, the carvery was excellent and reasonably priced ( but you need to book first to guarantee a place! ). We would definitely recommend it to friends and family. Alison and Ian couldn't have been more helpful, communication was excellent.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

24 July 2016

Perfect for families

We have just come back from a lovely holiday at the Shippens. It is as described with a large en suite bedroom, a small double and a twin suitable for 2 children. We had a baby with us and found everything to be very clean and well-equipped for a baby including high chair, travel cot, stair gate and utensils. The kitchen is well-equipped and we ate out in the courtyard every evening. Safe parking opposite the house was a bonus and the property is within easy reach of Sherborne, the seaside and other interesting places (30 mins to Clark's Village for shopaholics!) I would happily stay at the Shippens again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

tina c.

18 July 2016

Relaxing and peacefull stay

A beautiful barn in a quiet location with excellent amenities.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

17 July 2016

Fantastic well thought out holiday barn.

We enjoyed a fantastic stay at The Shippens. We found it clean, beautifully decorated and well thought out with everything we could possibly need.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betty S.

4 July 2016

Clean & comfortable home

A very clean home, comfortable beds furnished with high quality linens in a beautiful Village. A true home away from home. I highly recommend for those who are critical like me!!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

22 May 2016

Excellent

We have long been fans of the adjoining Meadow View Barn and The Shippens is just as well thought out with exceptionally high levels of cleanliness, quality of fittings and equipment. Everything is there you would need plus so many extras such as an extensive DVD collection and a library of books. The large kitchen is especially well equipped. The bedrooms are roomy and the beds comfortable. The location is very rural and peaceful but still close enough to the nearby towns for convenience. There are some fantastic local walks. The owners are very communicative and helpful. Cannot recommend it highly enough.