Shepherd's Hut Rural Retreat

sleeps 6 6
3 bedrooms 3
2 bathrooms 2
2 dogs allowed 2
family friendly
5 star5 star5 star5 star5 star
Looks out over farmlands and pasturesRural

Barn Conversion with exposed beams, Rural, Looks out over farmlands and pastures

Milborne St Andrew 2.1 miles. Set in an idyllic, rural location, on a working dairy farm on the outskirts an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is this superb Winterborne, Whitechurch holiday cottage; Shepherd’s Hut. Converted to an exceptionally high standard from a brick and flint period barn, this dwelling now stands to offer a wondrous base for a family or group of friends to explore this area of Dorset. The cottage makes the most of the exceptional country views, by featuring an upside-down layout; on the first floor is an open-plan living area, boasting beamed and vaulted ceilings giving the room an authentic and rustic feel, as well as being flooded with light from the dramatic eaves window. Home to a snug woodburning stove, this room is ideal to return to after a day of exploring the Dorset AONB. Let dinner simmer in the well-appointed kitchen area as you unwind into the sofa with your favourite film on, stopping to enjoy your delicious dining experience around the wooden bench with your loved ones amidst. When the evening draws to a close, retreat to the ground floor where you can choose from three equally as delectable bedrooms; with a king-size with its own en-suite shower room and two twins, this dwelling has been careful to cater for a variety of group needs, offering flexible sleeping arrangements for all. Outside you will find your own gloriously green garden, where you can take a seat in the mornings to enjoy the rural farm views before stepping out on your own countryside adventure. Indulge in a sumptuous pub meal in the local village of Winterborne Whitechurch to re-energise before heading into the lands of the outstanding natural beauty; here you will be greeted by ample walking routes, magnificent nature and unforgettable scenery, sure to be a wonderful day out for all the family. Within reach is the town of Blanford Forum, where you can find a wide variety of shops and eateries, leisure facilities, its own museum and plenty more amenities to cater for all ages and tastes. Shepherd’s Hut is a wondrous base for exploring the delights of Dorset with your loved ones.

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Leisure facilities & entertainment:

tv

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microwave dishwasher freezer laundry facilities
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bath ensuite shower  towels

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Wood stove parking garden Exposed beamsWelcome pack

Best suited for:

families

Family friendly features:

Family Friendly High Chair

Dog friendly features:

dogs allowed

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Location:

Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset
Nearest city: Poole 17 mile(s)

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Description

Shepherd's Hut is a stone-built barn conversion cottage located on a working farm, just outside the village of Winterborne Whitechurch near Milborne St Andrew in Dorset. The cottage has two twin bedrooms and one king-size double (with an en-suite) as well as a family bathroom, which makes it suitable for six people. The cottage also has a first-floor, open-plan living area with a fitted kitchen, a dining area and a sitting room with a woodburning stove. To the outside of the cottage is ample off-road parking and a lawned garden with outdoor furniture. Close to the Jurassic Coast and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Shepherd's Hut is a wonderful cottage in a beautiful part of the country.

Milborne St Andrew is a tranquil village resting on the outskirts of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village itself is home to a scatter of shops and eateries, making it a great base for touring Dorset in remote and glorious settings.Close by is the bustling town of Blandford Forum, offering you even more amenities for all ages and tastes including historic sites and plenty of adventure. In reach of the coasts of Weymouth and Bournemouth too, Milborne St Andrew is ideally positioned for uncovering an array of wonder whilst in Dorset.

Three ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin. Ground-floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC. First-floor open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove

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