Holiday cottage to rent in Abbotsbury, Dorset

Accommodation details

A charming barn set in rolling countryside 7 miles from the Jurassic Coast, one of the 33 World Heritage sites in the UK. Featuring a lounge/diner, patio and open lawn, access to a shared games room, the barn is perfect for small families or groups eager to explore cultural, historical and natural attractions across the Dorset AONB and West Dorset Heritage Coast. The barn is located at the end of a driveway and is one of four occupying an area surrounded by trees and acres of lush farmland.

The cosy lounge/diner comes complete with rustic furnishings peppered about carpeted and wooden flooring, while foodies will be in their element in the kitchen next door. Three cosy bedrooms upstairs - a super-king, a double, and a single - will treat guests to a restful night’s sleep and all stand close to a spacious family bathroom.

Doors in the lounge lead out into an enclosed garden, split between a patio and a lawn area, an ideal spot for morning coffees and BBQ suppers enjoyed to the sound of nature. A shared games room nearby is perfect for youngsters and competitive parents. Off-road parking spaces for 2 cars and EV charger available (additional costs apply). The village of Maiden Newton (2 miles) lies on the banks of the River Frome and is home to a range of family-friendly pubs and shops.

The reserves at Hog Cliff, Kingcombe Meadows, Powerstock Common and Vale of Stones (within 6 miles) are places to reconnect with nature. Dorchester (8 miles), the birthplace of Thomas Hardy, is a must for literature and history lovers, while Abbotsbury (12 miles) is close to one of the most stunning stretches of the Jurassic Coast.