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The Cow Shed - Luxury 5* Dorset barn conversion with private hot tub

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Room
Dining
Private kitchen
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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Sherborne, England
  • Popular LocationSherborne Abbey7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSherborne Castle9 min drive
  • Popular LocationFleet Air Arm Museum17 min drive
  • AirportBournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)85 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2 and en-suite bathroom

1 King Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

En-suite bathroom to Bedroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ensuite bathroom to master bedroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Cow Shed - Luxury 5* Dorset barn conversion with private hot tub

Stylish and well-designed newly converted luxury barn, situated in a beautiful and peaceful idyllic location of
Dorset with spectacular views of the countryside and rural surroundings, perfect for a relaxing hot tub break!

Living space
A recently completed luxury furnished barn conversion offering an open plan living space with a modern/country feel with its vaulted ceilings and original beams. The luxury fully stocked kitchen includes a fully integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, induction hob, electric fan oven, and coffee machine. There is also a large breakfast bar and bar stools with a charging point for your laptop or phone. Within this space there is a beautiful dining area that consists of a solid wood dining table and 6 chairs which is placed in front of a large double aspect south facing window for a beautiful view across Dorset. There is also a 55” Smart Tv with sound system, DVD player, an app for Netflix (if you have it), a coffee table and 2 foot stools within a large and very comfortable seating/lounging area, with its own beautiful and bright views from the set of French doors opening onto your large decked terrace space which includes a 4-person hot tub and generous garden furniture, it is the ideal spot to admire the stunning views.

Utility room
A Well-designed utility room separate to the main living space and bedroom offering ample storage, a heated towel rail and an integrated washer/dryer.

The Cow Shed is the perfect holiday home to escape for a weekend break with family and friends, but equally well equipped to use as a base for a longer stays. There’s no need to fight over the bedrooms at The Cow Shed as this property offers two stunning luxury bedrooms with their own en suites. Located in a pretty, rural location, this barn is the perfect place to switch off and relax. The property is in an elevated position which also boasts a generous size decked terrace with your very own private hot tub and beautiful, far-reaching countryside views. There is plenty to see and do with the charming towns of Sherborne and Yeovil just a few miles away with a great range of independent eateries and shops and its stunning abbey. If the weather is not on your side, both Haynes Motor Museum and Fleet Air Arm Museum are just a few miles away and well worth a visit. When the sun shines, head to the coast and the stunning Jurassic Coastline less than an hour away with charming coastal villages and harbour towns and hidden coves to explore. We are sure this is one holiday home you will want to return to again and again. This property can be booked with Stags Retreat to accommodate up to 8 guests.

Welcome pack (includes a starter kitchen pack, bathroom pack, robes and slippers, wine, chocolate and milk)

All linen and towels are provided per guest

Travel cot and highchair available on request

Smart TV/DVD player in the lounge area and Smart TVs in bedrooms

Decked area with hot tub and patio furniture

Off-road parking for two cars

Electric vehicle charging on site available by prior arrangement with the owner (chargeable on a daily rate).

Arrival: 16:00 onwards

Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details

No BBQs

No smoking/vaping

No pets

No hen/stag/party groups
Other things to note
Please note:

Due to the steps and gravel drive, unfortunately The Cow shed is not suitable for guests with mobility disabilities.

The hot tub is emptied, sanitised and refilled after every booking and maintained during your stay.

We are able to accept a maximum of 4 people and 1 infant under 2. We can only accommodate 1 travel cot in one of the bedrooms only (linen not provided).

Property manager

Nick Funnell

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
No stag or hen groups allowed

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sherborne

Located in Sherborne, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yeovil Country Park and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while Global Images Gallery and Sherborne Museum are cultural highlights. Gartell Light Railway and Badger Watch Dorset are also worth visiting.
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Sherborne, England

What's nearby

  • Sherborne Abbey - 7 min drive
  • Sherborne Castle - 9 min drive
  • South West Survival - 13 min drive
  • Fleet Air Arm Museum - 17 min drive
  • Haynes International Motor Museum - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Yeovil Pen Mill Station - 5 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Great Lyde - 7 min drive
  • Pen Mill Hotel - 5 min drive
  • The William Dampier - 6 min drive
  • Pizza Hut - 6 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cow Shed - Luxury 5* Dorset barn conversion with private hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cow Shed - Luxury 5* Dorset barn conversion with private hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cow Shed - Luxury 5* Dorset barn conversion with private hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cow Shed - Luxury 5* Dorset barn conversion with private hot tub located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Yeovil Country Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of St John's Almshouses and Global Images Gallery. Sherborne Abbey and Sherborne Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE COW SHED
LOVELY PLACE, VERY BRIGHT & CLEAN WITH WELL STOCKED KITCHEN CUPBOARDS AND VERY COMFY CHAIRS IN THE LOUNGE AREA. BATHROOMS ARE SPACIOUS AND BEDS COMFORTABLE.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nick Funnell

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My Wife Julie and I have been successfully running our beautiful and quiet holiday park, Saxon Maybank in the heart of Dorset since 2018. We have recently finished creating our bespoke themed 5 star rated barn conversions, The Cow Shed and Stags Retreat. We were delighted to have won customer of the year award on both properties within the first year of letting. At Saxon Maybank we pride ourselves on offering a high-quality customer experience for our guests to create a memorable and comfortable stay in the peaceful countryside, ideal for anyone looking to get away from the stresses of everyday life. We have 15 years' experience in the holiday letting industry and enjoy hosting our lovely guests time and time again.

Languages:

English
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