2 Bed Cottage in Sherborne

About this property

Situated down a quiet lane in a rural setting, this stunning detached barn has been restored to the highest standards and boasts far reaching countryside views. Situated within 800 acres of grassland close to a working farm, this superb property offers fantastic rural walks from the doorstep and the quaint, historic village of Yetminster is just one mile away along the country lanes, which offers a pub, shop and local café. The perfect base for exploring this idyllic part of the county, the local area boasts a wealth of pretty villages, sandy beaches and World Heritage status coastline along the Jurassic Coast. For a spot of retail therapy, the picturesque towns of Sherborne and Dorchester are both within easy reach, while culture lovers should head for one of the many nearby National Trust properties and grounds. For beach lovers, head to the popular seaside towns of Weymouth with its sandy beach and the harbour town of West Bay. There are many more attractions to visit including Monkey World, Abbotsbury Swannery, Corfe Castle, Bovington Tank Museum, Lulworth Cove and Castle, Durdle Door, as well as gastro pubs and restaurants to try out in the area.

Arranged over one level, this delightful property is light and airy with high vaulted ceilings, wooden flooring with underfloor heating, exposed beams and floor to ceiling windows which allow the light to flood in. In the spacious and modern kitchen area you will find an electric oven and hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Enjoy relaxed meals around the dining table which sits in sunlight nearby and overlooks the patio outside. After a long day exploring the surrounding countryside, unwind on the comfortable sofas in the lounge area and enjoy a good book from the bookshelf, watch a film on the Smart TV/DVD, or simply relax and listen to the iPod dock. There are two beautifully decorated bedrooms, each displaying exposed beams, elegant window shutters and wooden flooring. Both bedrooms are en-suite for your convenience and there is also a Smart TV in each room. One bedroom is a super-king-size with an en-suite bathroom with a shower over the bath and a WC. The other bedroom benefits from a super-king-size zip-and-link bed, which can be made into a twin on request, along with an en-suite wetroom with WC.

Moving outside there is a spacious enclosed gravelled garden with a south-facing patio, table and chairs, sun loungers, fire pit and a BBQ for enjoying slow summer afternoons. There is also a shed for storing bikes and surfboards during your stay.

Additional information and rules

. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog

- 2 bedrooms both with super-king-size beds - 1 bedroom has zip-and-link beds which can be made into twin beds (please request at time of booking)

- 2 bathrooms/shower rooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite wet room-style shower room

- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Nespresso Original CitiZ&Milk coffee machine - (Please note - only compatible with original Nespresso pods only) dishwasher and washing machine

- Smart TV/DVD and iPod dock in the lounge; Smart TV in each bedroom

- Enclosed south-facing patio and gravelled garden with seating, fire fit, sun loungers and charcoal BBQ

- Secure shed for storing bikes and surfboards

- Outside tap for muddy boots and paws

- Ample off-road parking available

- Ramp to the front door

- Increased accessibility – please ensure you refer to our FAQ’s (please kindly note there are no handrails in the property)

- Beach 15 miles, shops and pubs 1 mile