The Old Barn

Rating
Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

29 Customer Review(s)

“The accommodation was excellent and we felt at home as soon as we walked in the door.”

It had been beautifully decorated for Christmas. It was very well equipped with everything we could have needed and we were even left a bottle of Prosecco and a box of chocolates. The Swanage steam railway line was very close and it was lovely to see the engines steaming past.

It had been beautifully decorated for Christmas. It was very well equipped with everything we could have needed and we were even left a bottle of Prosecco and a box of chocolates. The Swanage steam railway line was very close and it was lovely to see the engines steaming past.

- Ms Pooley, December 2019
“This was a truly magnificent barn which exceeded our expectations.”

It’s bigger than the pictures make out and the open plan was perfect for our Xmas break. Would love to return, but sadly it’s already booked for next year. We will keep trying again.

- Mrs Doyle, December 2019
“A wonderful barn, very spacious.”

Has the wow factor when you walk in. Plenty of room for a family weekend getaway. Everything we needed was there . Great base for exploring the area. Only slight downsides were the mattress in the ground floor room was lumpy and the games in the cupboard were half missing. We left 2 new complete ones for the next visitors.

- Mr Gates, November 2019
“Fantastic cottage with plenty of room.”

Very clean and well equipped. Would not hesitate to stay here again. Really enjoyable. Thank You.

- Mr Clark, November 2019
“Great accommodation and location.”

Plenty of space for our party of seven adults and one dog. All that we needed for a friends get together. We had a lovely time.

- Ms Maciver, October 2019
“We had a marvellous stay at the old barn so much space totally loved it plus ...”

We had a marvellous stay at the old barn so much space totally loved it plus only 5 mins from swanage and 10 mins from corfe castle with an added bonus of the steam trains visible from the kitchen window ,i would recommend the old barn and cant wait for next year

- Mr Robinson, September 2019
“Wow wow wow”

The old barn was just outstanding! I don’t even know where to start. Location is perfect! It’s only a 5 minute drive into Swanage town and about £7 taxi ride. Not to far from lovely town wareham too. The barn is so spacious and big we just were so overwhelmed at it. We had a lovely cake made ready for when we arrived. We were just 2 couples holidaying for a week. The kitchen is bigger than it even looks ok the photos . Everything there we needed to cook with. A fully working dishwasher and washing machine ( no washing to do when we got home yey) The beds were soo comfortable. I slept great. all bedrooms had lots of wardrobe space and drawers. My only 1 thing I would suggest would be to put a proper shower in the upstairs bathroom as we all had to use the downstairs walk in shower. We felt very safe staying here . The neighbours next door were friendly. Also the price was very good. I could go on and on praising the barn. Massive well done to the owners you have done a fantastic job. We will DEFINITELY be back!!

- jayne1988j, August 2019
“Another excellent holiday at The Barn.”

Exceptionally clean and family friendly. The owners have kept the place up to its standard and we would like to thank them very much. Our family will certainly return again for another year.

- Mr Newman, August 2019
“An ideal holiday base for exploring this lovely part of Dorset.”

The Old Barn is charming, clean, comfortable, convenient, and very spacious. Plenty of car-parking space too. We look forward to a return visit.

- Mr Coley, August 2019
“Fantastic accommodation, very spacious, has got everything what family need ...”

Fantastic accommodation, very spacious, has got everything what family need Is located 6 minutes from the Swanage beach via car Perfect for kids We will be definitely back - Thank you

- Mrs Down, August 2019
“The general waste bin was almost full on arrival and had trouble putting in our waste as we cooked at barn.”

Had no hand towels just bath. Fridge a little small for cooking at home with large family. The property was spacious and will maintained would come again .

- Mrs Moir, July 2019
“We had a lovely week t the Old Barn.”

It is so spacious especially as there were only two of us plus Willow the spaniel. A nice touch was the dog water bowl which Willow made use of immediate ly on arrival. And the cake of course which was delicious. We met Julie the owner at Manor Farm tea rooms for tea and more cake. We also bought some goose eggs from birds over the road from the barn. The only suggestion I would have would be to have an enclosed garden with a lawn as there is plenty of space. As it is I had to take Willow out on the lead every morning and night especially as there were chickens roaming free which she would have chased. The Barn is ideally located halfway between Swanage and Corfe Castle.

- Ms Lewis, June 2019
“The property was great spacious and very quiet loved it would go back”

- Mr Hitchcock, May 2019
“This was our second visit to The Old Barn and a few niggles from last year has been fixed such as damaged sofa and leaking sink.”

The kitchen seemed less well equipped than last year and we needed to purchase items such as a dishwasher salt, grater, baking dish, sharp knives so we could prepare family meals. The other niggle was the dustbins were full/overflowing when we arrived. The recycling bin was emptied during our stay but the general rubbish was still full of the previous guests rubbish when we left and it was lucky we didn’t create much rubbish when we stayed. Overall the barn is a great property, well maintained and in a fabulous location. We enjoyed our stay enormously.

- Mr Kitching, April 2019
“It’s a lovely barn in a beautiful setting, it’s peaceful and near to Swanage and beach.”

There is everything you want at the barn such thought put into it. It’s our second time there and hope to go again. Mollie Mike and family.

- Mrs Carnell, March 2019
“Great to see a new sofa as some of the previous comments indicated it was tired and broken.”

- Mr Mcewen, March 2019
“Comfortable converted Barn, lovely and spacious.”

Very central to many places of interest. Just a couple of things could do with updating at the accommodation: Very leaky kettle when pouring and very furred up, could do with a new one. Lounge corner settee is very damaged and coming away at the corners, a new one is probably needed. Fridge freezer is very small. Overall a lovely place to stay, lovely wood burning stove, beautifully warm.

- Mr Horseman, October 2018
“The barn was lovely so spacious everyone enjoyed it,there where a few things ...”

The barn was lovely so spacious everyone enjoyed it,there where a few things missing though Like barbecue and washing line Also it wasn’t really pet friendly we had to buy some mesh for the gate at the back so our small dog could go out but not get on the road There was a field were you could walk your dog (take wellies ) Other than that it was very nice

- Mrs Ashcroft, August 2018
“This is a very spacious barn conversion not far from Swanage and ideal for families.”

The location of the property to the Swanage railway with the steam trains were a real delight and grandpa and grandson especially enjoyed watching them pass close to the property. A car is essential for getting out and about - Studland, Corfe etc. tho walkers would enjoy exploring the footpath opposite.

- Mrs Shipman, August 2018
“On the whole we had an enjoyable stay at the Old Barn much helped by sunshine all week.”

There are a few issues which you should take up with the owners: a) It is not clear from your photographs that the balustrade (fencing) along the front entrance and terrace of the property is NOT actually fitted with glass panels as we expected. It was very difficult to stop our five year grandson from running through the front door every time a train came along and worrying that he would continue straight off the terrace. b) The stonework on the steps to the front door is crumbling away in several places presenting quite a trip hazard with suitcases etc. c) The floor level window in bedroom two needs looking at. Our grandson was stationed in here and it too easy for him to open, leading to a potential 1st floor drop to concrete below. We had to improvise a gate to prevent this. I understand that there may be a fire exit issue with this window but there are models available on the market that can satisfy both criteria, that is say can be a fire exit with child access prevention. d) The corner sofa in the living area has obviously been savaged by a dog and blanket throws are being used to cover this up. A new sofa should have been sourced immediately. Every day we needed to vacuum the carpet to remove tiny pieces leather from the carpet that our twin granddaughters kept trying to eat. (NB. The vacuum cleaner needs replacement bags on site, I had to manually empty it as it would not suck up anything, ugh)

- Mr Merrick, July 2018
“Lovely large space in tranquil setting”

My dad booked the Old Barn for 7 of us to spend a week together in Dorset in July. The space was incredible and the layout worked really well for us as my parents took the downstairs bedroom whilst me, my husband and our 3 kids had the upstairs to ourselves. The outside space was also great with plenty of parking and tables for alfresco dining. We loved the peaceful location and our 4 year old boy enjoyed visiting the chickens and cows and of course waving to the steam trains! We had a problem starting the oven on the first day and someone came to assist us really quickly which was really helpful. The only problem we encountered was the low window in the bedroom upstairs where our son wanted to sleep which had no safety gate and he could very easily open it himself and potentially fall out, it was a worry for us especially with 1 year old twins crawling all over the place. My dad managed to create a makeshift safety gate using one of the stair gates and some toy building blocks, it kind of worked but not ideal! There had also been some damage to the leather sofa previous to our visit; the owners had added throws in an attempt to cover the damage but the leather continued to flake off all week and we were constantly having to vacuum the living area and pull pieces of leather from our twins' mouths!! I think these couple of issues should be addressed promptly especially since the property will most likely be used by families. We otherwise had a lovely stay here and if those problems get addressed, we would thoroughly recommend the property, especially for families or large groups.

- mummyhustle, July 2018
“A fabulous home from home venue.”

The owners have thought of everything at The Old Barn. However I would warn families with very young children that it was a challenge without a proper cot. Other than that, I would definitely recommend it as a super base for a Dorset holiday.

- Mrs Ayres, June 2018
“Lovely comfy spacious converted barn.”

Everything we needed on hand. Owner on the end of the phone for any queries, answered immediately. Gorgeous area of Dorset, central to the Purbeck Hills, perfect for dog walks, sight seeing and eating out. Highly recommend this holiday home.

- Mrs Earle, May 2018
“We had an excellent week with Sykes Cottages.”

The added benefit of the cottage that was not on the details was its central location next to all the major walking trails on the Isle of Purbeck whether you wanted a short or long walk.

- Mr Kitching, March 2018
“Hot water was sometimes cold in kitchen !”

The property and facilities were faultless

- Mr Linton, January 2018
“Fantastic Place”

A fantastic holiday rental with plenty of room for a large family. Very clean and exceptional converted barn within easy access to Swanage. Would highly recommend this lovely holiday cottage.

- mooring30, August 2017
“fantastic place”

me and the whole family were thrilled when we walked in to the barn conversion, the space is fantastic, kitchen is massive, washing machine, dishwasher etc, bedrooms are big as well, parking for two cars at the rear. there was eight of us, would like to go again soon.

- Steve G, June 2016
“Spotless accommodation”

Just back from a weeks stay in this beautiful barn. The barn is amazing and within easy reach of lots of interesting places to visit. The Steam Train at the bottom of the garden was a real treat. Can't wait to visit again

- Karen48606, November 2014
“the old barn”

great place to stay, very well equipped, convenient for corfe castle and swanage, great position of barn, spacious bedrooms and living room area

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2014
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The property

The Old Barn is an outstanding, stone-built barn conversion offering superb holiday accommodation near Swanage in Dorset.

With three bedrooms including one ground floor double and two family rooms with one double and one single, this wonderful cottage sleeps eight people comfortably.

There's also a ground floor wet room, a first-floor bathroom, a spacious kitchen with dining area overlooked by a mezzanine landing, plus a sitting room with wood burner.

Outside, there is a front gravelled area and use of the owner's field opposite the property.

The Old Barn sits in a fantastic position, just 200 yards from passing steam trains, and just over 2 miles from the coast.

With plenty of nearby activities, this is a superb holiday cottage for a family getaway.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 2 x family room with 1 double and 1 single
1 double room
Ground floor wet room with shower, basin and WC
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburner.
Oil central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor and woodburner
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request
Bike storage available on request
Off road parking for 3 cars
Front gravelled area with furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 10 mins walk, pub 1.5 miles
Note: Swanage Railway line is approx
200 yards away
Note: There is an agricultural workshop at the rear
Note: There are some external steps to access the property, but level access is also available
There are no internal steps on the ground floor

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About the location

SWANAGE

Wareham 9.7 miles; Poole 20 miles.

The small, family-friendly seaside resort of Swanage is situated at the eastern end of Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast, on the celebrated Isle of Purbeck and is probably best known for its wonderful, gently shelving golden sands. The little town offers visitors plenty of shops, good pubs and restaurants, some of which specialise in locally caught seafood, and is also well known for its annual jazz festival, which takes place each July. The attractive, Victorian wooden pier offers a great place for a stroll or try fishing, and often used a departure point for divers, it’s a wonderful place to watch the world pass by. The historic Swanage Railway has its terminus in the town and regular nostalgic steam engine trips take tourists for a picturesque 6-mile journey, chugging through lovely countryside to stop just beyond the romantic ruin of Corfe Castle. Nearby Durlston Country Park offers a lovely day out with spectacular coastal walks, dolphin spotting and wildlife watching, together with comfortable viewing points and a well-stocked cafe for a treat after all the fresh air. Take the short drive to Studland, which has one of the finest beaches in the country, surrounded by heathland, together with the regular chain ferry, which crosses the mouth of Poole Harbour to Sandbanks. This truly is a delightful holiday destination at any time of the year.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The accommodation was excellent and we felt at home as soon as we walked in the door.”

“This was a truly magnificent barn which exceeded our expectations.”

“A wonderful barn, very spacious.”

“Fantastic cottage with plenty of room.”

“Great accommodation and location.”

“We had a marvellous stay at the old barn so much space totally loved it plus ...”

“Wow wow wow”

“Another excellent holiday at The Barn.”

“An ideal holiday base for exploring this lovely part of Dorset.”

“Fantastic accommodation, very spacious, has got everything what family need ...”

“The general waste bin was almost full on arrival and had trouble putting in our waste as we cooked at barn.”

“We had a lovely week t the Old Barn.”

“The property was great spacious and very quiet loved it would go back”

“This was our second visit to The Old Barn and a few niggles from last year has been fixed such as damaged sofa and leaking sink.”

“It’s a lovely barn in a beautiful setting, it’s peaceful and near to Swanage and beach.”

“Great to see a new sofa as some of the previous comments indicated it was tired and broken.”

“Comfortable converted Barn, lovely and spacious.”

“The barn was lovely so spacious everyone enjoyed it,there where a few things ...”

“This is a very spacious barn conversion not far from Swanage and ideal for families.”

“On the whole we had an enjoyable stay at the Old Barn much helped by sunshine all week.”

“Lovely large space in tranquil setting”

“A fabulous home from home venue.”

“Lovely comfy spacious converted barn.”

“We had an excellent week with Sykes Cottages.”

“Hot water was sometimes cold in kitchen !”

“Fantastic Place”

“fantastic place”

“Spotless accommodation”

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