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Higher Burton Barn

Charminster, Dorset
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Romantic
Quirky
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • A delightful family cottage in a rural setting you will be able to relax in the enclosed garden overlooking fields and countryside beyond
  • Perfect for visiting the county town of Dorchester for pubs and restaurants
  • An ideal base for exploring Dorset's Jurassic Coast and the Dorset countryside

 

Overview
Property code: DC075

Set in a secluded location just outside Dorchester, this light and airy 18th-century barn conversion is a cosy and inviting holiday home for a couple or a small family seeking a lovely rural retreat.

This property is a delightful two-bedroom barn conversion with plenty of charm on the edge of the village of Charminster. This bright and airy property has superb vaulted ceilings and wooden beams, and is crossed by a public footpath, making it ideal for walkers. Its proximity to the local pub (under 1 mile), shop (1 mile) and the coast (10 miles) makes it an enviable location for family or friends to enjoy a relaxing holiday.

Climb three steps to the porch and enter the barn into a large hall with space for your coats. To the right, there is a bathroom with a shower over the bath and a comfortable double bedroom that has soft, peaceful decor for a great night’s sleep. To the left of the front door, the open-plan living area welcomes you with oak floors and wood beams, inviting you to sink back into the cosy sofas in front of the wood burner. Fix yourself a snack in the kitchen area and eat at the table by the window on a sunny day. Head up the stunning open-tread spiral staircase to a small gallery (with a low beam) that looks over the living area, and a twin bedroom with small single beds that’s perfect for kids – just watch their heads in the eaves! Outside, a large L-shaped garden with trees and shrubs backs onto fields for pretty views and offers plenty of space for children and dogs to play.

This property is in an ideal place for you to visit Dorchester, only 2 miles away, as well as the coast. Osmington Mills (10.5 miles) is great for a coastal walk, while Weymouth (11 miles) has a Sea Life Centre and the Jurassic Skyline, giving you 360-degree views in a glass gondola that slowly rises above the resort.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Oven, microwave, washing machine, fridge with ice compartment
  • Woodburner (logs included October - end of April)
  • Smart TV/DVD
  • Garden with outdoor furniture
  • Off-road parking available for up to 3 cars
  • Central heating and electricity included
  • Wi-Fi included 
  • Shop 1 mile
  • Pub within a mile
  • Coast 10 miles
  • Regret no children under the age of 5
  • Arrival: 15:00 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.

Nicky Rice

This property is personally managed by Nicky.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 33 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Shay 2nd April 2024

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Perfect accommodation, so warm, clean and comfortable. The enclosed garden was great for the dogs. Fabulous location surrounded by fields and trees. The sat nav does send you to the farm but we soon realised it was the next turning! So much to do in the area if you dont mind a little drive. We went to Abbotsbury, Weymouth, Wimborne Minster, SwanageRead more on the steam train. A great holiday for everyone. Hide

Reviewed by Anne 16th March 2024

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Higher Burton Barn. Jill and Nina made us feel really welcome. The building was comfortable and the views are great.

Reviewed by Mark 2nd March 2024

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A truly tranquil setting amid fields of crop. Warm and cosy as the rain poured down, a mile from a supermarket, an amazingly good pub a 4 minute drive away, near enough to main roads to make accessing other destinations easy, yet you were hard pressed to hear traffic. We really couldnt fault it. We are looking at a return visit very soon.

Reviewed by Karen 4th November 2023

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Wonderful views, lovely comfortable cottage. Plenty of space for a couple or family. Very well equipped, warm even in November. Large garden for dogs/children. Its rural, but the lights of Dorchester could be seen in the distance. Shops, Pub and petrol not too far away. Housekeeper and owner excellent communication, available if needed.

Reviewed by Beverley 21st October 2023

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We chose this property because of the enclosed garden as we have a dog, it is enclosed and spacious. Beautiful position in the countryside, with amenities nearby. Well equipped kitchen and bathroom, nice size bedrooms, very comfortable sofas in lounge with big woodburner and plenty of wood... plus good heating system. Owner and housekeeper contact Read moreby phone if needed, though we were perfectly happy for our week. One of the best uk holidays we've had,a lovely place to stay. Hide

Reviewed by E 14th October 2023

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Reviewed by Mary 30th September 2023

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Beautiful Barn set in fabulous peaceful countryside! Lovely walks with town and eateries within walking distance. Beautiful Dorset locations within a short drive. FAB!

Reviewed by Suzanne 16th September 2023

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Jan and Grace were extremely helpful, ringing beforehand to recommend places to visit and good local pubs / food.. Both were very accommodating and we always felt we could ring with any questions.

Reviewed by Kevin 12th August 2023

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Lovely property, very well equipped in a great location for seeing all the Jurassic coasts and beaches, a fantastic large enclosed garden is perfect for the dog owners, also a dog friendly pub serving food being a 10 minute walk across fields is a bonus . Will definitely return.

Reviewed by Sally 5th August 2023

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Reviewed by Linda 3rd June 2023

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Lovely location in open countryside. You can walk across the fields to the local dog friendly pub the Sun Inn in about 10minutes and also walk into Dorchester centre in about 25 minutes. The barn itself has a nice homely feel and we and dogs just loved lounging about in the garden under the mature trees. Excellent service and communication from theRead more house keeper and owner. One of the best places we have stayed at and hope to return at sometime in the future Hide

Reviewed by Duncan 13th May 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 6th May 2023

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Reviewed by Karen 22nd April 2023

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No issues, exactly what it says on the tin as they say. The barn inside and out great for all visitors both two legged and four. Easy parking. Great location, piece and quiet but hustle and bustle of Dorchester within walking distance or short drive. Would recommend and stay again if visiting the area. Thank you to all concerned

Reviewed by Keith 18th March 2023

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A lovely place to stay very comfortable and quiet. It would be 100% better with a dog proof rear garden. We would recommend to friends who didn't have a dog but not if they did. The owners were accommodating about the fence prior to arrival.

Reviewed by Nick 4th March 2023

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All we could have wanted and would definitely recommend to others. Great communication and thoughtful touches.

Reviewed by Julia 12th February 2023

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The Barn was the perfect place for us. We had our 2 dogs Reggie and Ralph, who loved the garden and the fact that they could go for a walk right from the doorstep. We visited lots of places and would recommend Upton Park, Puddletown Forest, many walks along the coastal path. The Barn had everything we wanted and was so cosy and comfortable and the Read moreowner Jill was always on the end of the phone with ideas and checking everything was okay. Hide

Reviewed by Martin 19th November 2022

We had a fantastic break in this lovely barn. Thoroughly relaxing, it had everything we needed plus peace and quiet, lovely scenery and some great walks which Murphy absolutely loved. A big thank you to Jill for her call before we started our holiday to tell us about local attractions and things to do, we really appreciated the extra personal touchRead more. Thank you too for the lovely treats, both for us and Murph! Martin and Sue Hide

Reviewed by Isobel 12th November 2022

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The barn was everything we needed it to be! The photos are exactly what you see in the flesh. Perfect location for endless walks with the dogs. Pub easily 10 minute walk from the barn and the log burner came in very handy coming into the winter months!

Reviewed by David 5th November 2022

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Very comfortable and cosy. Very handy for Dorchester and local attractions. Large squashy sofas and comfortable beds were much appreciated, as was the dog secure rear garden. We will definitely return if/when we're back in the area.

Reviewed by Linden 1st October 2022

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Lovely cosy property in a good location for visiting the many attractions of Dorset.

Reviewed by Jackie 24th September 2022

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A lovely dog friendly holiday cottage, with a huge enclosed garage.

Reviewed by Ian 17th September 2022

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We had a great time staying at The Barn. It had a lovely rustic feel and was very well equipped. The location is very quiet, just a small row of country cottages nearby, otherwise its surrounded by farmland. Ideally located for access to all the delights of Dorset. Very dog friendly with snacks provided for our dog and cake and biscuits for the humRead moreans. A public footpath outside the property leads directly to Charminster and the Sun Inn, a great place for food and drink. Thoroughly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Nicola 20th August 2022

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Reviewed by Sally 13th August 2022

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Higher Burton Barn is the perfect hide away in the countryside at the end of a track with views across fields. Ideal for dogs as it is by a footpath and has a peaceful and wired off garden with shade. The Barn is in walking distance across fields of a good pub - The Sun. Close to Dorchester, Charminster and the rest that Dorset has to offer. The owRead moreners are very helpful. It is the type of place once found you want to return to many times. Hide

Reviewed by Caroline 9th July 2022

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We loved the rural location of Higher Burton Barn, especially to see the harvesting in action on our final day, after many walks through the surrounding fields. The barn was bright and airy, we were spoiled with the weather, and there is plenty do within 30mins of the doorstep. Portland is a must on any clear day! Communications with the owner and Read morehousekeeper were superb too. Many thanks. Hide

Reviewed by Martin 2nd July 2022

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Reviewed by Lynne 11th June 2022

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Reviewed by Alan 4th June 2022

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An extremely attractive and comfortable barn conversion. Surrounded my open countryside it is quiet and very relaxing - the only noise was the occasional hooting of an owl in the night! Great for our two dogs who enjoyed the garden and the walks through the fields. An excellent location with access to Dorchester and the countryside and coastline beRead moreyond. Our favourite places were Tolpuddle with the museum to the Martyrs and the amazing Athelhampton House with its ornate gardens. Hide

Reviewed by Kieran 28th May 2022

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Lovely comfortable barn, lots of fantastic walks and ideal for dogs, Dorchester within easy walking distance, fantastic garden

Reviewed by Rachel 21st May 2022

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Wonderful barn conversion, in a very peaceful location. Enjoyed every moment we were there. Wonderful enclosed garden for dogs, and walks from the doorstep. Saw a young Roe deer outside the window which was a joy. Hope to return again in the future.

Reviewed by Duncan 1st May 2022

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Higher Burton Barn is beautifully appointed and is in a quiet location, but also accessible to Dorchester (when the road past the Sun Inn isn't closed). We have stayed before, but we enjoyed it so much, we will book again for next year.

Reviewed by Lindsay 23rd April 2022

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