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Fabulous character barn conversion, in a gorgeous rural Dorset haven.

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Spacious living room & kitchen in barn conversion.
Exterior
Loungers in the patio to catch evening sun
Outdoor barbeque and dining
Brand new kitchen with Aga

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Holt Green, Wimborne, ENG
  • Wimborne Minster
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kingston Lacy House
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Poole Harbour
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fabulous character barn conversion, in a gorgeous rural Dorset haven.

A unique, 4-bedroom barn conversion in the corner of a secluded courtyard, with brand NEW KITCHEN!
Rated 4 star by 'VisitEngland', who described it as 'a striking conversion, providing a very good standard of self-catering accommodation'.
The house has been re-decorated and furnished to a high standard. There is a brand new kitchen, complete with electric Aga (not required for heating, instructions provided, very easy to use) Original features of the old stables have been retained, in the sympathetically restored master bedroom, including beams and names of the former equine residents! New family bathroom. New bath, shower & cabinet

The master suite includes a Kingsize bed with en-suite shower and garden access. A double bedroom also has French windows to the garden. Two twin bedrooms complete one side of the L- shaped house. All beds & mattresses are brand new. There is also a family bathroom with bath & shower.
The other 'half' of the L houses the enormous living room and kitchen, with wood-burner, flat-screen TV, large French windows to the garden, which surrounds the house. The old wood kitchen table seats 8. There's even a bed for one well-behaved dog, who has easy access to the garden & great walks in the surrounding countryside.
A trip to the renowned 'Old Inn' pub across the road is a must, if you don't feel like cooking. They cook delicious pizzas in an outdoor oven.
There's a washer/dryer in the well-equipped brand new kitchen. A travel cot and high-chair can be made available: if required, please give at least one week’s notice. There are also hair dryers in the two double bedrooms.

Property manager

Mrs AMH

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Very child-friendly.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
One well-behaved dog only. No cats please!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
It's a wooden barn - absolutely NO SMOKING!!
1) No dogs in bedrooms or on sofas. 2) All dog mess to be cleared from garden. 3) Please leave house as you found it (esp furniture, indoor & out!)
Please wheel the bins out to the ENTRANCE to The Courtyard ON WEDNESDAY EVENING. (Collection early Thursday am).
In some weeks the gardener will be there on Thursday afternoon.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Wimborne

Located in Wimborne, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Bournemouth Pier is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Wimborne Model Town and Motorsport Simulation Group. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Holt Green, Wimborne, ENG

What's nearby

  • Wimborne Minster - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Kingston Lacy House - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Bournemouth University - 16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Poole Harbour - 19 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 31 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Parkstone Station - 28 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Long Johns Fish & Chips - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Man in the Wall - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Old Thatch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fabulous character barn conversion, in a gorgeous rural Dorset haven. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Fabulous character barn conversion, in a gorgeous rural Dorset haven.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous character barn conversion, in a gorgeous rural Dorset haven.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fabulous character barn conversion, in a gorgeous rural Dorset haven. located?

This family-friendly Wimborne holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne Model Town and Wimborne Minster. Motorsport Simulation Group and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michaela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
The house was perfect for all our needs. Cosy and comfortable. The pub a short walk away was fantastic. Communication with Angela was spot on and she was always quick to reply. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Claire C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family celebration
Accommodation was well presented and communication with owner was excellent. I would say that the arga although lovely was quite difficult for a family meal, however we did use the Nija also which helped. There is a lovely pub 5 mins away if you do not want to cook, there is also a microwave and toaster. The beds were very comfortable and the whole property was lovely and well decorated- as is shown in the pictures. We made use of the garden for the family gathering and there was a good large table and chairs. We had a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful home, beautiful setting
A perfect location for a family Christmas holiday. A warm, comfortable beautiful barn with plenty of space for everyone. The Aga was a challenge with the turkey but cooked it perfectly! The excellent pub accross the road is a real bonus and would love to return in the spring, as the garden I'm sure is beautiful. Thank you Angela for letting us share you well loved family home and your excellent communication. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect break
Beautiful cottage ( converted stable ) in a quiet courtyard. Extremely comfortable, beautifully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
The property is in a great location as a base from which to explore Dorset…. Countryside, beaches, county towns…. Whatever is your passion it’s there. Property is perfect for 8 adults …. Plenty of room, kitchen well stocked and comfortable open plan living space. Highly recommend
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay in beautiful Dorset
My family had a really comfortable stay in the cottage. It had everything we needed and felt very homely. The outside space is lovely and it was great to have "The Old Inn" a quick walk away for meals/drinks. It was a good base for exploring Dorset.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and perfect for our stay
The house was nice and well kept. Good kitchen. Oven and hobs take a really long time to heat so cooking a quick meal wasn’t possible. Overall - we had a great time and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could be perfect
Beautiful property in a nice peaceful location, well furnished and plenty of space for all the family. Only 4 stars because of problems with the hot water system which took the edge off our stay. If that can be sorted it would be 5 stars from me.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly comfortable, clean and well located barn with everything we needed on hand
Thank you Angela for letting us stay in your beautiful home. We found the barn had everything and definitely more that we expected. As soon as we arrived we knew we had found something special. The location was great with a fantastic pub just along the lane called the Old Inn. The contact with Angela was just fabulous from the start and we would highly recommend a stay in this barn.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lovely home. Enjoyed the local pub and walks on the beach. Using an Aga was a new experience for us all! Excellent communication with Angela.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
Lovely stay here. Very comfortable and well provided for. Nice pub very close by. It would be lovely to come back. Nicky
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, spacious property
My family and I stayed here for 3 nights (x3 couples) and had a great time. The property is spacious and was very clean and well decorated throughout. We particularly enjoyed the large open plan sitting room and kitchen, which we spent most of our time in, when not out and about. I always enjoy the big open plan communal areas as it means you can relax together as a group. Although we didn't use it due to the weather, the wrap around garden looked nice too. The property is in walking distance of a really nice pub (The Old Inn) which we booked in for dinner on our last night and is definitely worth a visit. We also drove to Poole and Swanage during our stay which were both straightforward to get to (around 25 and 45 mins drive). All in all, a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great property for a large family group
Beautiful barn conversion in lovely countryside. A good sized garden with plenty of furniture. Great communal space and comfortable bedrooms. Angela, the host, is very accessible and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable property in perfect location
Property was excellent; clean and well furnished. Good enclosed garden for the dog. Communication with owner was speedy and clear. Already looking to book again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
Great property and location. Very open and bright. Kitchen lovely. Very nice barn conversion. Great pub 100 yards away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kiersty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place - Lovely location
Absolutely gorgeous property - lovely wrap around garden with lots of sunshine. Open plan living/kitchen/dining area which makes meal times extra sociable. Stunning bedrooms. Beautiful village with lovely pub (we went to Stoke Inn which was a mile or so down the road). Short drive to pool/Bournemouth. Fabulous nearby park for young children (adventure wonderland). Would definitely stay here again. A*****
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Brilliant location eith lovely pub at the top of the lane. Lovely and spacious, big enclosed garden. Great communication from host. Would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyli W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect to relax and enjoy the countryside
We had an absolutely great time over Easter weekend. Well appointed, clean and spacious barn conversion with everything on hand for your stay. Superb new kitchen and lovely garden. (Kids informed me the best WiFi ever!) The kids, Grandparents and the dog loved the walks and the visits to the beach. We all hope to return in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place in an excellent location
This is the second time we have stayed and the first since the kitchen has been renovated. Both times have been fantastic. The accommodation is comfortable, clean and well kept with a lovely garden. We have two small children aged 2 and 3 and the property was great for the whole family. It’s particularly good as the garden is enclosed and the children can safely run about whilst you sit in the corner and can watch them the whole time. The location is perfectly placed between the new forest and Dorset coast, with lots of excellent activities easily in reach. Angela is a friendly and welcoming host with excellent communication. Couldn’t recommend more highly and I’m sure we will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Rogers R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic holiday home
Gorgeous, well-equipped home in a beautiful area. Close to the beaches and wonderful woodland walks. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay over Christmas
The hosts made Christmas very enjoyable by adding a Xmas tree and decorations to a lovely home - a great base in lovely countryside for a Holiday in Dorset.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

elaine s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accomodation
Lovely property. We were a group of 6 ladies, the open plan kitchen diner and lounge was perfect with plenty of space. Very well equipped kitchen. Bedrooms spacious. The whole property was very clean and the garden was a welcome space as we were really lucky with the weather. A final note:- the Old Inn pub at the top of the lane is well worth a visit
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

karim e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property and host
Excellent property. Loads of space with a fantastic garden. Peaceful location. Host is very responsive and helpful. Second time staying here. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday
Lovely family holiday away from hustle and bussle .Property has everything you need .Beds are very comfortable and plenty of hot water Location is ideal for local attractions and peppa pig world .Local pub in walking distance very friendly and good food

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super family bolthole and base
We had a lovely stay at the property, which was ideal for a mixed ages and extended family. It is excellently located for exploring Dorset, and the host was friendly and responsive to messages. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mrs AMH

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We are a family of 5 - with 3 teenagers, who need plenty of sleep and activities in equal measure. We've fallen in love with East Dorset, for it's countryside, stunning coastline and fun things to do. Based in London for a decade, we now divide our time between Dorset and Switzerland - as we love nature and the great outdoors - be it the mountains or seaside.

Why they chose this property

Having looked for a couple of years, we decided being near to the New Forest AND the Jurassic coastline was ideal. It's very quiet, but there's plenty to do - and nearby Wimborne Minster has all the amenities you could want. Having room for 8 people and a garden were also important for us. We wanted a property with character, but easy to manage. This ticked all the boxes for us, and the kids love it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

We've been amazed at the variety of things to do, from a waterski school at a nearby lake, to a sanctuary for monkeys, and a 'Go Ape' activity centre in the forest, with zipwires (at Moors Valley country park). There are also great restaurants in Wimborne Minster, with its' own theatre, that also shows movies. It's a corner of paradise, where you can chill out, unwind and do something different every day, if you want to. Every time I visit I want to stay longer...

Languages:

English, French