Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Dorset and East Devon Coast - 29 min drive - 12.8 miles
Lyme Regis Beach - 34 min drive - 13.7 miles
Monmouth Beach - 35 min drive - 13.9 miles
West Bay Beach - 50 min drive - 23.9 miles
Getting around
Axminster Station - 24 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 14 min drive
The George - 14 min drive
Terrace Bar - 16 min drive
The Pavilion - 17 min drive
Domino's Pizza - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Barn - a charming property sleeping four guests in west Dorset
The Barn is located in the quaint village of Holditch, a hamlet within Thorncombe, just a 16 minute drive away from the bustling market town of Axminster, or 20 minutes away from charming Beaminster.
With an open-plan kitchen and dining room and adjoining sitting room with wood burning stove, The Barn is perfect for a family holiday or a break with friends. The generous accommodation includes a spacious king-size master suite with a sitting area and television, dressing area, and an en-suite bathroom with a roll-top bath. The second bedroom has twin single beds and its own en-suite shower room. A large utility room and separate boot room completes the attractive accommodation.
Outside, the property has a pretty sheltered courtyard garden with garden furniture, and in front of the property is a large lawned garden with fruit trees affording wonderful views across the glorious countryside.
The popular seaside towns of Lyme Regis, Charmouth and Seaton are just a pleasant drive away, and Axminster with its shops and cafes is under five miles.
Nearby there is also the delightful The Byre which can also accommodate up to four guests, and both properties can be booked together subject to availability for parties of up to eight guests.
Additional Information: Children and infants welcome. Travel cot and highchair available on request (please provide your own cot linen). Two well-behaved small dogs, or one well-behaved medium dog welcome (additional charge). The bedding is non feather. A hairdryer is provided in bedroom one. Off-road parking available for two cars. Please do not park in front of the main house, thank you. EV charger payable via the Charge Assist App which guests will need to download in order to make use of the charger.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.
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General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 11 square feet
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
613045
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this cottage?
This cottage is located in Chard, close to Snowdon Park, Charmouth Beach, and Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is also within a driving distance of 4.3 mi.
Is parking available on site at The Barn - a charming property sleeping four guests in west Dorset?
Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.
Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What do couples enjoy most about The Barn - a charming property sleeping four guests in west Dorset?
Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.
Does The Barn - a charming property sleeping four guests in west Dorset have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Does The Barn - a charming property sleeping four guests in west Dorset have connecting rooms available?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 28.6 mi away (64 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Barn - a charming property sleeping four guests in west Dorset?
Yes, every cottage at The Barn - a charming property sleeping four guests in west Dorset comes with a patio.
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