The Byre lovely stone barn in rural location on the Somerset and Dorset Border

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Traditional converted barn with private garden

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1 bedroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Horsington, Somerset

Haynes International Motor Museum
‪18 min drive‬
Stourhead Garden
‪18 min drive‬
Stourhead
‪19 min drive‬
Yeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)
‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Large lounge and bedroom, patio doors to outdoor decking area. Lovely views over farmland. Very peaceful and rural location. Horses and sheep in the fields. Plenty of well known attractions and places to visit nearby. For stays more than three days or less than week please email for quote. Please ask for a quote for stays longer than a week.

Property manager

Tanya Peatroy

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

Please do not enter the fields with the horses.

Important information

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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 first aid kit

About the area

Templecombe

Located in Templecombe, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Fontmell and Melbury Downs reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gartell Light Railway and Mill on the Brue. Travelling with kids? Consider Royal Bath and West Showground, or check out an event or a game at South West Survival.

Horsington, Somerset

What's nearby

Hauser and Wirth Somerset - 17 min drive - 12.3 km
Haynes International Motor Museum - 18 min drive - 19.1 km
Stourhead Garden - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
Stourhead - 19 min drive - 18.4 km
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 40 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

Templecombe Station - 8 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

‪Virginia Ash - ‬11 min drive
‪Cale Park Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
‪Something Else Fishy - ‬12 min drive
‪Hooga Coffee - ‬10 min drive
‪The Lovington Bakery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Byre lovely stone barn in rural location on the Somerset and Dorset Border pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Byre lovely stone barn in rural location on the Somerset and Dorset Border?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Byre lovely stone barn in rural location on the Somerset and Dorset Border?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Byre lovely stone barn in rural location on the Somerset and Dorset Border located?

This family-friendly Templecombe holiday home is located in a rural location, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Gartell Light Railway, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mill on the Brue and Hauser and Wirth Somerset. Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden and Sherborne Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lyn E.

14 Sept 2024

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

Excellent stay

Cosy cottage, well equipped, peaceful location but a wide range of places and things to do and see within reach.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris F R.

24 Apr 2024

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Very well kept, equipped property

Spent a week here, reasonably good location to tour around Somerset. Hosts were very helpful and experienced. Would thoroughly recommend and would stay again if re-visiting Somerset/Dorset

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

carolyn o.

31 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful cozy accommodations

We loved staying in the English countryside. Tanya and Chris are wonderful hosts and very responsive and accommodating. Very clean, spacious and everything we needed. We would definitely stay there again if we are in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian E.

20 Aug 2023

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Very comfortable Place.

Has everything what you need. Host are friendly and very kind. Would Go there again in a heartbeat

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

16 July 2022

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Excellent

Outstanding barn stay which had everything you could wish for! Hosts were very friendly and welcoming.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

9 July 2022

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Peace and quiet

Fabulous spot, cottage is perfect for 2, hosts very welcoming so hope to be back

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lance G.

26 July 2023

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The Byre Lois Farm

Our hosts, Tanya and Chris, made us feel very welcome over the whole stay. The rooms in the barn are very generous in size and the facilities are outstanding. If you are looking for a quiet rural retreat in beautiful Somerset, this is the place for you.

Stayed 23 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S., Thormanby, York

23 Sept 2022

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Happy holiday

Ideally placed for visiting Stonehenge, Salisbury, Cheddar Gorge, Glastonbury etc all in less than an hour. Very clean and comfortable with plenty of space.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin P.

18 May 2021

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A great stay

Lovely cottage in the rolling hills of Somerset. This is a little gem in a very quiet location yet close to all amenities. Very well equipped and comfortable. Tanya and Chris are very friendly and helpful, with lots of local information. We had a great stay and it was lovely to see the new lambs, will definitely stay again.

Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

5 Aug 2023

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Cozy and relaxing starting point for adventures in south england

The beautifully renovated barn is cozy and it only takes minutes to feel yourself at home. The area is calm so the holiday home is the ideal place for both having a lazy day or start explorations of the beautiful landscape, towns, gardens and historical locations in Devon, Somerset and so on. Food-Shops are only minutes away and last but not least Tanya and Chris are the most friendly and helpful hosts one could imagine. Thanks for a perfect vacation :-)

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 June 2023

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

Peaceful retreat

Super sized bedroom and living space. Very clean and well appointed. Private patio for quiet moments. Just the sounds of the sheep and birds. Great local pub (Stapleton Arms) only 5 mins in car.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette R.

10 Oct 2023

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Very enjoyable!

We had a fantastic week at Lois Barn! The cottage was very clean, everything you need was there and the bed was incredible! The horse and pony outside were very enjoyable and loved the attention. The front yard of the cottage is shared with another cottage, so it's not completely private.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

9 Oct 2021

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Just excellent!

A lovely week away on the quiet Lois Fatm amongst the beautiful countryside of Horsington. And the surrounding area. Very welcoming - thanks Tanya and Chris (?) for being so friendly and an extra special hug for Humphrey . We will be back 😀

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny P.

7 July 2021

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Delightful stay

Delightful, comfortable and airy little barn. Tanya and Chris made us very welcome and were always available if we needed anything or just for a chat. The byre has everything you need for a very peaceful, quiet week of rest and relaxation. We were lucky enough to enjoy some warm weather enabling us to make use of the lovely little private garden. Good location for visits to many National Trust properties which we took full advantage of. Thank you for such a lovely stay, we very much hope we get the opportunity to return one day

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

5 July 2022

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Relaxing holiday

A lovely place for a relaxing holiday, just about everything you need it was spotless with a comfy sofa and good comfy bed. Although there is a smart tv we still like a Blue ray player which we had taken just in case there isn’t one on site. We lost hot water but it was fixed within 1/2 hr of reporting it. Tanya was very nice and a good host.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne K.

14 Sept 2023

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Perfect Rest

If you are looking for a place where you can enjoy perfect solitude in peaceful surroundings with sheep as your only neighbors this lovely cottage is perfect. It is very well equipped with lovely furniture and all gadgets you want. The only thing we missed was an umbrella or sunshade on the terrace because we had really hot and sunny weather. Greetings to Tanya and her husband Yvonne and Theis

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles Nicholas M.

13 Sept 2022

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Comfortable and well equipped

A great place to stay for exploring Oxford and the Cotswolds. Friendly and welcoming.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

paula c.

30 Aug 2022

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The Brye Horsington

Excellent property. Enjoyed our stay. Had everything we needed and we felt very at home.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susanne H.

23 Aug 2022

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Herzlich, einladend und wunderbar ruhig

Geschmackvoll, großzügig und mit allem, was man sich wünscht ausgestattete Wohnung mit einem tollen Ausblick von der Terrasse. Sehr nette und hilfsbereite Vermieter. Gut gelegen und auch für Kinder sehr gut geeignet.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Astrid F.

27 June 2022

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Super nice place

The Byre is a very lovely cottage, set in a very nice place, with perfect views over the fields. Waking up with only the sound of the birds and sometimes a sheep. Tanya and Chris are very lovely people who give you a very warm welcome, and are there if you need them. The cottage is very clean, and the welcome gifts are a nice touch. We will hope to visit again soon. Thank you Tanya and Chris for the lovely stay.. Peter and Astrid

Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

26 Mar 2022

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Superb accomodation

A very comfortable cottage with everything we needed in a wonderfully peaceful area. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

15 Jan 2022

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England Christmas Trip 2021

Everything that was said about this property was true and beyond. The owner, Tanya, maintained a first class property. We would recommend it to anyone who want to stay in a 5 star property in the country. All we can say it was first class all the way around.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol O.

3 Aug 2021

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A peaceful setting, perfect to just chill

We will be back ! The location was peaceful and relaxing yet everywhere was within easy access. Tanya and Chris were so welcoming. Always a friendly chat was had. The cottage was just perfect. Home from home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M., Thame, Oxfordshire

23 July 2021

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Practically perfect!

We have just returned from a practically perfect stay at The Byre on Lois Farm! From booking to checking in, style and cleanliness - everything was perfect! Our hosts were so helpful and very friendly, sending useful information before arrival, as well as being on hand should we need them. The Byre was so comfortable and bigger than expected- great to have a comfortable sofa and chairs as well as a super- king size bed and we loved our terrace where we sat for drinks in the evening overlooking the fields and amazing sunsets! The kitchen was well equipped but there were plenty of good places locally to eat out too. I say it was practically perfect as the only slight drawback was it was so very hot last week and we were just over an hour from the beach - when booking we were not expecting to have such good weather on a summer holiday in England! However this is no fault of The Byre and we didn’t want to leave! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia N.

12 July 2021

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Relaxing time

Just lovely ! We were able to relax and unwind and forget our worries and left feeling refreshed ready to take on our new challenges that await us !

Stayed 35 nights in May 2021

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Hosted by Tanya Peatroy

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Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property