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Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne,

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, video games, DVD player
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 462 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne,

Meadow View Barn and The Shippens were converted to give a modern relaxing environment retaining the character of the original structure. The barns are located in Over Compton, a quiet village about 3 miles from Sherborne and it’s wonderful Cathedral, old streets, individual shops and restaurants. There is an award winning pub/restaurant (The Rose and Crown Trent) in the adjacent village.
The barns are in the perfect location to explore Dorset, either inland or the coast just a short drive away. There is a local train service to the City of Bath or Weymouth seaside.

Meadow View Barn sleeps up to 4 in 2 bedrooms with a large open plan living space. The Shippens is a larger 3 bedroom property with en-suite to the main bedroom, Sleeping up to 7. The barns can be rented together for a total of 10 beds.

We have furnished the barns to a high standard with good quality furniture and bed linen. The kitchens are well equipped with good quality appliances. We welcome families of any age and can offer travel cots, high chairs and stairgates on request. The prices include electricity, WiFi, 100% Cotton bed linen and a welcome basket. There are 40" SMART TVs, Wii games console and Superfast WiFi.

The barns are south facing and have gravel courtyard the gardens that get sunshine all day and into the evening. There is a table and chairs on a patio perfect to unwind in the evening and take advantage of the charcoal BBQ. The gardens have a small picket fence with a secure latching gate. There is a dedicated off road parking space for each property (The 3 bed has two spaces, the 2 bed one space).

Property manager

Ian Henderson

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fantastic 2 Bed Barn Conversion Close to Sherborne
Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne, Sherborne

About the neighborhood

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Sherborne, ENG

What's nearby

  • Yeovil Country Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Sherborne Abbey - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Sherborne Castle - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Montacute House - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Haynes International Motor Museum - 18 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Yeovil Pen Mill Station - 4 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The William Dampier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Great Lyde - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pen Mill Hotel - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne, pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne,?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne, located?

This family-friendly Sherborne vacation home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cineworld Yeovil, Yeovil Country Park and St John's Almshouses. Global Images Gallery and Sherborne Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne, Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Excellent accommodation, matched the description, great attention to detail. A lovely spot, we particularly enjoyed the peacocks who were often outside. We would be very happy to stay there again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Lovely place, lovely area, all that you need to run a house and very clean.

10/10

Located in a village in Dorset. A lovely 5star property with everything ready for ones arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

The quality of the barn was exceptional, everything that was needed was provided. Ian and Alison provided simple and accurate information prior to booking, when making the booking right up to arrival. The only negative I would raise is that everywhere needs a car to get there. There were no shops within walking distance and the local pub, although only a 10 minute walk away never opened. However this did not impact greatly on our stay and would strongly recommend the Rose and Crown, which is a short drive away, for lunch, dinner or just sitting in the excellently maintained garden and having a couple of cold pints. What an exceptional view! Also Sherborne is nearby and is a perfect spot for a stroll.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

diese Unterkunft. Ob allein als Paar oder mit 2 Kindern ideal. Besser Ausgestattet geht es kaum. Alles vorhanden an Küchengeräten und Zubehör was man braucht. Sehr zu empfehlen. Problemloser Kontakt mit dem Vermieter ausschließlich Online.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019

10/10

Das war die beste Ferienwohnung die wir jemals gebucht haben. Da gibt es nichts zu beanstanden. Die Küche ist perfekt ausgerüstet, Wohnzimmer mit nagelneuem Fernseher, DVD Player und einer WII mit Spielen. Alles perfekt sauber und genug Platz für 2 Erwachsene und 3 Kinder. Idealer Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge (Stonehenge, Südküste, Bath, Cornwall,.....) Toll wäre es, wenn sich mehr Vermieter an diesem Objekt ein Beispiel nehmen würden.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10

Very comfortable and peaceful place to stay in Over Compton. The property was clean and tidy when we arrived, and we kept finding more things that had been provided! An airer under the bed, a washing line outside, plenty of kitchen items, etc. A nice firm, large double bed and good internet speed.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2018

10/10

The barn was great - warm, spacious, well-equipped, spotlessly clean. The location was perfect for trips to nearby villages (but the barn is so nice, you may not want to venture out too much). We had a great time on our first holiday with our three month old baby and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

The cottage was very clean and comfortable and provided everything we needed. The only slight drawback was that the wifi didn't work very well, although the owners very kindly did their best to rectify it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

A long journey away from home with a baby can be tricky but arriving at Meadow View Barn was an absolute pleasure. The owners had set the smart new high chair and travel cot up for us in this spacious and extremely well equipped holiday home. They had even provided a few thoughtful essentials. Lovely and clean with lots of hot water and very comfy beds - all much appreciated after long busy days exploring all the fun things to do in this gorgeous area! A lot of thought and care has gone into this holiday let making it very easy to enjoy. We hope to return again sometime and would highly recommend to families.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

eine schöne Unterkunft in ländlicher Umgebung
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

On arrival we were immediately impressed with the condition and cleanliness of the barn. Everything was as described and the welcome basket was a welcome touch especially after our long drive down from Scotland. The location of the barn is in a lovely quiet town with a pub and delicatessen nearby. The main shops for food etc can be found in either Sherbourne or Yeovil just a short drive away. One thing to note is the country road that links the main carriage way between Yeovil to Sherbourne to the barn is single lane in places with limited visibility so take care. Our kids are aged 15, 10 and 9 and our holiday plan was to be based at a peaceful location within an hours drive of the attractions we wanted to visit (Sherborne, Lulworth cove, Weymouth, West Bay, the Swanage Railway and the Bovington tank museum to name a few!) and this is exactly what we got. Overall we had a lovely holiday in Dorset and would recommend this property to anyone looking to explore Dorset and beyond. Derek Dodds.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Property easy to find, totally exceeded expectations , beautifully decorated and furnished everything was like new it was spotless. Very well equipped . The owners in my opinion had thought of absolutley everything for adults and children . Something as simple as an umbrella was provided which we did actually need . We were left milk , juice , wine , biscuits , tea , coffee and other cupboard essentials as well as plenty of kitchen and bathroom cleaning materials. The location was exactly as described, lovely quiet and peaceful. It was lovely to come back to after a long day out . The deli within a short walk of the barn was amazing we loved the array of gorgeous food on offer and actually ate in most evenings on food we bought there. Fab place to stay highly recommended if u want peace and quiet . Owners communication was great and very friendly . On our stay we travelled around Dorset , visited countless lovely villages around the towns Of Sherborne , Beaminster, Bridport, West Bay, Lyme Regis, Weymouth, Corfe Castle, Dorchester, , Lulworth Cove, and on the way home Wimborne Minister. Beautiful county, and a very enjoyable stay. This property is near the Somerset border and although we did not venture there it is well placed to visit both counties.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We had a wonderful time at your place. Obviously a lot of planning and love went into setting up this apartment. You thought of everything even an umbrella (thank God we didn't need it). We will recommend your "barn" to all of our friends who plan to visit the UK. Thanks again Brigitte
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We enjoyed a very relaxing spring break at the Barn. The village of Over Compton is a great base whether your preference is for coastal walks along the jurassic coast line, soaking in the sights and history of some great British towns or simply exploring pretty neighbouring villages. The Barn is equipped to a very high standard and has everything you could possible need for a comfortable and relaxing holiday, (we had typically British weather, so unfortunately didn't get to use the Weber Barbecue). Alison and Ian obviously take great pride in ensuring their guest have a great experience. Highly recommended!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We had a lovely stay at Meadow View Barn. The owners had thought of everything that we might need - from plasters, to maps and details of local attractions, to games and DVDs for the children. The accommodation was very comfortable with lots of attention to detail. We soon made ourselves at home and had a very relaxing time.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Just returned from a 4 day stay in this superb barn. Perfectly located to enjoy many attractions and seaside locations. On arrival we were greeted with a wonderful welcome box of goodies after a long drive. This beautiful holiday let is a complete home from home. Spacious open plan downstairs area together with comfortable bedrooms able to sleep 5 was great for myself and my 2 girls. With plenty of information on site about the local area and things to do in nearby towns we had plenty of options. Loved Wookey Hole in nearby Wells, Weymouth and Lyme Regis too. We would absolutely recommend this property.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We stayed at Meadow View Barn while visiting family over Christmas and it was sensational we couldn't have been happier the presentation on entering the barn was immaculate, so clean and modern and very cosy we were a little concerned that being a barn conversion we may hear the neighbours but that wasn't the case at all it was very private and quiet. When we arrived the a tree had been put up for the Christmas period which was a lovely touch and there was also a welcome hamper, a lovely bottle of bubbly some scrummy biscuits and crisps which was also a very nice touch & made us feel right at home. The barn itself is so well equipped with everything you could need, seriously they have thought of everything & additional linen if required. The area the barn is located in is within walking distance to a village & a short drive to towns. We would certainly stay again as it was just great!! Thanks Ian & Alison.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This barn is in such a lovely location among country lanes but only a very short distance from the amazing village of Sherbourne which I would highly recommend visiting. The barn has everything you could wish for and level of cleanliness is second to none. It feels a real home from home with all the comforts needed. I am definitely going to be visiting again next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We had a lovely time at Meadow View Barn. It had everything we needed and is in such a lovely quiet tranquil village with Sherborne only 5 minutes away. Our 2 year old loved the barn and has never slept so well! The barn was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. The added extras of a stair gate and travel cot were great. A great location to explore Somerset and Dorset, everywhere we wanted to go was within an hours drive. A walk through the grounds of Compton House is a must as the scenery is beautiful. We would definitely recommend this place to other families with young children and couples.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We had everything we needed during our stay. The barn was fully equipped with all of the items you would require. It is also an ideal base to visit all of the surrounding areas and attractions. Overall it was a very peaceful and relaxing break.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We enjoyed a wonderful week in this cottage with our 2 young boys. The cottage was spotlessly clean, well-equipped and really well presented throughout. We can't think of anything that would have improved our stay...thank you!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

The barn is one of the nicest holiday rentals we have stayed in. Every detail had been thought of and the accommodation was clean, modern and of a very high standard. We have an 11 month old daughter and the barn was perfect for us as everything we needed was included, and with the ground floor being open plan it was great for parents with young children. The resident peacocks kept her entertained with their dinner time appearance in the garden-an added bonus! I recommend this property highly and you will not be disappointed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We spent 5 fantastic days in this lovely barn. A great location, not to far away from a great pub with fabulous garden and near to the lovely town of Sherborne as well as many of the beautiful Dorset and Somerset villages which we enjoyed exploring. The barn has everything in it to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable and Wi-Fi was an added bonus. Everything was clean and we felt very at home - just wish we could have stayed longer. The owners were very helpful and answered any questions I had before our stay very promptly.