Cottage to rent with a log fire / woodburner in Dorchester (5mls NW)

Accommodation details

Surrounded by beautiful unspoilt countryside, this detached barn conversion offers spacious and stylish accommodation with far-reaching views. Sleeping eight, it has been sympathetically converted to retain much of its original charm through exposed beams and vaulted ceilings, with the welcome additions of a cosy wood burner, TV/DVD and Rangemaster electric oven.

Spend your days strolling through the countryside, browsing the towns of Dorchester, Sherborne or Yeovil, or exploring the coastline which can be found just 10 miles away. Spacious, bright and homely, this modern barn conversion is the perfect base from which to explore this diverse county. At one end of the large main living space is a generous kitchen area, complete with shaker-style units, a sociable breakfast bar and contemporary appliances.

Dine overlooking the patio at the large table in the centre of the room before settling in for a cosy evening in front of the roaring wood burner. Each of this property's four bedrooms has been elegantly finished in soft muted tones with antique furnishings and chic modern en-suite bath or shower rooms.

Two sets of glazed doors open from the kitchen/dining area onto a sunny patio adorned with colourful beds and rattan furniture for summer BBQs. In an oak-framed summer house, there is a table tennis table and fridge - perfect for evening entertainment. Set out on foot to explore the rolling chalk downlands of this picturesque area of Dorset before stopping for a bite to eat at one of the local pubs in Sydling St Nicholas (3 miles), Stratton (2.5 miles) or Charminster (4 miles).

For fishing enthusiasts, guests can arrange with the owner to fish on either the privately-owned 4-mile stretch of the River Frome or on the private fishing lake near the property. Or, to get even closer to the water, head to the coast for a dip in the sea at Weymouth (14 miles), West Bay (16 miles) or Chesil Beach (14 miles).