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Tallet Barn East

Sturminster Newton (2mls SE), Dorset
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Working farm
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Cot available
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Access great wild swimming in the River Stour in this idyllic rural setting
  • Open fields - with walkers footpaths a plenty, leading off to Wessex Ridgway
  • Relax after a day of exploring with your 4 legged companion beside the wood burner
Property code: 88265

This stylish former barn is family and dog friendly, with far-reaching views and wide open spaces not to mention the wood burner to relax in front of after a long day. A great choice for a relaxing holiday.

This stylish barn conversion, sleeping four guests plus one family pet, has far-reaching views across beautiful countryside and is located on a working organic farm, close to the pretty village of Okeford Fitzpaine. The semi-detached property, one of a pair of converted barns, has a large, open field to the rear, ideal for ball games or doggy romps. A private all-weather sports barn is close by, and the glorious North Dorset landscape is on the doorstep, with a wealth of footpaths for you and your canine friend to discover.

The timber-clad barn is reached via an unmade lane and shared drive. Inside, the light and airy open-plan lounge, diner and kitchen area has large glass sliding doors with wonderful country vistas. Sumptuous sofas in jewel shades are an invitation to curl up in front of the wood burner while Hector or Poppy snoozes on their special blanket. There’s a smart contemporary kitchen and stylish walk-in shower room and WC. Upstairs are another WC and two beautifully furnished bedrooms: a king-size with a balcony window and gorgeous scenic view, and a twin bedroom set within the eaves. While this partly lowers some areas of head height, it adds to its cosy cottage charm.

Okeford Fitzpaine (0.5 miles) is within a short stroll and has a shop and dog-friendly pub. Visit the market town of Sturminster Newton (3 miles) to see a historic working water mill in a lovely riverside setting, and the fascinating local museum. Your faithful hound will enjoy the easy walking trail that runs from Sturminster along the route of an old railway line through unspoiled countryside. Scale two spectacular Iron Age hillforts, Hod Hill and Hambledon Hill (both 4.5 miles), with magnificent views from the summit. Further afield, see Georgian Blandford Forum (7 miles) and the famous Gold Hill in Shaftesbury (9 miles).

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin
  • 1 shower room with WC and 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV available in the lounge
  • Open terrace with dividing privacy fence, picnic bench, charcoal BBQ (in the summer months) and large shared open field
  • Allocated off-road parking available for 2 cars
  • Part of a complex of 2 properties, for larger groups, this property can be booked together with the neighbouring barn, accommodating eight guests with an interlinking door
  • The tennis court can be booked by separate arrangement with the owner
  •  Stabling for 1 horse and use of a paddock available on request
  • Shop and pub half a mile.
  • Walking trails located off the surrounding fields, can walk directly to Wessex Ridge from trail.
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Sarah Jadali

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 9 guest ratings

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Reviewed by David 6th September 2024

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Wonderful location with beautiful views. Plenty of piping hot water for showers etc.. Lovely airy spacious accommodation. Fields for dogs to explore. Comfy beds. Friendly owners.

Reviewed by Chris 22nd August 2024

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A well appointed and equipped barn conversion in a beautiful landscape with sensational views. A fantastic place and we wish we had been there longer to explore further.

Reviewed by Georgina 12th August 2024

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Beautiful outlook and the field was perfect for families with a dog. Good location to get to lots of places. Lovely and quiet, very comfortable and relaxing.

Reviewed by Kate 2nd August 2024

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What a wonderful location out in the countryside. The accommodation was spacious and well equipped. We loved our stay.

Reviewed by Adrian 7th June 2024

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Very comfortable and welcoming barn with beautiful views and a great assortment of wildlife that visit at dusk, especially the Barn Owl. Be sure not to miss the spectacular sunsets! It was perfect for our dog who loved the freedom of running around the field and exploring the area! The kitchen is very well stocked if you wish to cook but there are Read moreseveral lovely pubs in the vicinity, notably The White Horse at Stourpaine and The Fiddleford Inn at Fiddleford, where we had lovely meals. Hide

Reviewed by Fiona 20th September 2023

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Location stunning, The drive way down is an unmade road, so take it slow but its fine. No big bumps. The barn next door to us it being renovated, so a bit of noise going on , but as we were out exploring the area, when we came home it was peaceful again. Great Dorset countryside .

Reviewed by Darren 4th August 2023

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Lovely Barn Conversion that has amazing views. If you have read in previous reviews that the road to the barn is bumpy, It was on the day we arrived (albeit not as bad as I was expecting) but this was relaid while we were there (so now nice and smooth!) Barn is furnished to a really high standard. Make sure you open the Velux window upstairs to givRead moree you a mini-balcony to check out those views in the evening. Say Hi to the Barn Owl that flies past each night as the sun starts to go down. Hide

Reviewed by Nerijus 7th April 2023

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Great converted barn, lovely decor, comfortable and amazing views and wildlife! Fantastic to have free of charge tennis court. Quiet location. The only negatives to mention are low ceiling on the first floor and last bit of the road 0.7 miles or so is a horror story! Advertised as bumpy at places but Id say its bumpy and muddy all the way, I was scRead moreared thinking what damage it will do to my car. Especially when raining, you cant see how deep holes are as theyre filled with water Hide

Reviewed by Helen 23rd December 2022

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