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Barn conversion, quiet location and heated swimming pool ( from mid May)

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Located in a historic Georgian farmyard, Courage Cottage is an idyllic retreat. With its outdoor heated pool, this charming barn conversion offers modern comfort in a peaceful setting. Enjoy local attractions like Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove or explore Dorchester's rail connections.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Barn conversion, quiet location and heated swimming pool ( from mid May)

Courage Cottage is a two bedroom detached barn conversion situated in an historic Georgian farmyard.The barn was converted in 2013 so has all modern conveniences. It is totally individual and situated in a very quiet, rural setting. The local village of Winterborne St Martin has a pub and excellent farm shop: both with restaurants. Dorchester is 2 miles away and has every facility including good rail connections in all directions.
The outdoor pool is heated from Mid-May to Mid- September
Local attractions within easy reach by car include: Durdle Door and the famous Lulworth Cove, Weymouth and Portland with Olympic sailing facilities, Hardy's Cottage, Maiden Castle, Radipole lake (for Bird watching), Dinosaur museum, Cerne Abbas Giant, stunning coastal walks along the Jurassic coastline, Horse riding, Tank museum, Monkey World, Abbotsbury Swannery, Chesil Beach, Corfe Castle, Swanage steam railway, Nature reserves, many beautiful country houses and excellent unspoilt beaches and coastline.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Characterful Barn Conversion Quiet Location Heated Swimming Pool
Characterful Barn Conversion Quiet Location Heated Swimming Pool
Characterful Barn Conversion Quiet Location Heated Swimming Pool

About the neighborhood

Located in Dorchester, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Chesil Beach. Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Fantasy Island Fun Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Dorchester, England

What's nearby

  • Weymouth Beach - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Weymouth Harbour - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Bowleaze Cove Beach - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Weymouth Pavilion - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Chesil Beach - 32 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Standard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Victoria Hotel - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Barn conversion, quiet location and heated swimming pool ( from mid May) have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Barn conversion, quiet location and heated swimming pool ( from mid May) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Barn conversion, quiet location and heated swimming pool ( from mid May) ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barn conversion, quiet location and heated swimming pool ( from mid May) ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Barn conversion, quiet location and heated swimming pool ( from mid May) located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Maiden Castle, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and The Avenue Stadium. Maumbury Rings and Borough Gardens are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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