Barn Close Farm
ID: S517701
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets No
Snaptrip says
Barn Close Farm is a well-regarded cottage in Morcombelake, Dorset, praised for its picturesque setting, spacious garden, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate its proximity to Lyme Regis and the Jurassic coast, as well as the comfortable indoor facilities. Minor improvements are suggested for better accessibility and clearer information provision.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The property is described as 'spotlessly clean', indicating a high level of cleanliness that guests are very satisfied with.
The location is ideal for exploring the Jurassic coast and is set in nice gardens, although the approach via steep, narrow lanes could be challenging for some visitors.
The property is generally comfortable with good-sized rooms, although there are comments about soft mattresses and the need for clearer instructions on heating and hot water.
The facilities are highly regarded, especially the well-equipped kitchen and outdoor space. However, points are deducted for maintenance issues like the key safe and the need for clearer instructions for utilities.
There is no mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would fall under this category, so a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Settled into picturesque farmland and surrounded by stunning views, this property offers a quaint countryside base for your Jurassic coast adventure. With off-road parking, large gardens and a generous living area, Barn Close Farm is perfect for a family or group of adults. Making your way through breath-taking countryside, you will arrive at this wonderfully refurbished cottage with a slate roof falling around the first-floor windows. Recline in a spacious sitting/dining room, where red curtains add a splash of colour to the homely décor, and there is a woodburning stove for you to warm your feet beside after a long walk through the countryside. Enjoy a heart-warming meal at the dining table situated in the sitting room making this a perfect social area for all guests. A contemporary kitchen with ample amenities, a vintage look gas oven, and a second dining table will entice any budding chef to try out local recipes, and due to the spacious nature of this kitchen, the whole family can enjoy baking together as the handy utility room takes care of all of your sandy clothing. Freshen up with a warm shower before snuggling down for the night in one of the bedrooms available, beginning with a super-king-size with a TV, homely furniture and windows supplying a view of the surrounding countryside. Second, there is a double bedroom with sloping ceilings and a real traditional cottage feel and finally a twin room with storage, making this property perfect for both a family and groups of adults. Outside, a delightful garden awaits your al fresco breakfast, dotted with trees and shrubs and shrouded in stunning countryside, this is a space that you will be bound to return to time and again. The local area of Morcombelake offers a local pub and farm shop, where you can stock up on essentials or enjoy a glass of your favourite beverage at the end of the day. Countryside walks begin at your doorstep, and within a short drive you will find the stunning Thorncombe Beach, where you can enjoy a picnic in the salty air or even a swim. Travel a little further to find beautiful historical sites such as Coney’s Castle and St Gabriel’s Castle. A stunning property settled into the picturesque countryside of Dorset, Barn Close Farm will make the perfect holiday home for your trip to the Jurassic coast.
The pretty village of Chideock (pronounced Chiddick) can be found straddling the main A35 road between Bridport and Honiton, in glorious West Dorset. Many of the quaint cottages lining the road are constructed of cob and the honey-coloured local sandstone. Lying within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the area has plenty of lovely walks, whilst just 1 mile away is Dorset's Jurassic Coast, famed for its fossils and ease of finding them, where a walk along the coastal path affords spectacular views across the sparkling waters of Lyme Bay towards Portland, Chisel beach and the Devon coast. A short drive east takes you to the ancient rope-making town of Bridport, and the harbour at West Bay, or venture west to visit the picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis. An excellent holiday base from which to explore this scenic area.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with TV, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
WC and basin.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining/sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
TV x 2, Sky, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Enclosed garden lawn and furniture and access to 15 acres of hill farmland.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 1.6 miles.
The property this year benefits from an extensive refit of top-quality kitchen appliances
Nearby points of interest
- Lyme Regis Museum
- Beer Beach
Reviews (5)
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Helen
Our family had a very comfortable stay. I suggest there needs to be a note in the kitchen about turning on the hot water (switch on the landing). Also note the access lane is very steep and narrow, but we managed. I liked the recycling bins.
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Juliet
The cottage was very well equipped with plenty of cooking utensils and useful cutlery. We made good use of the log burner and it was great to have plentiful logs in the store outside. Only 2 minor comments - it would have been good to have a note in the kitchen re turning on the hot water & heating (we didnât realise & came back from cycling to cold showers) and also we were a bit overpowered by the room fragrance defusers! Otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
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Philip
We are blessed with 7 days of glorious weather so made the most of it. The suggestion that we could also use the adjacent field is a bit out of date because it is very overgrown. There are only a few minor points we want to make that would help future visitors. The approach via a steep, single track lane with loose gravel was a bit of a surprise on arrival, particularly when we met a car coming the other way. It was never a problem after that but an advanced warning (after a long drive) would be helpful. It would also help if the name of the property was easily visible on arrival (i.e. facing down the hill). The key safe was easy to find but all the logs piled up beneath it made access tricky (for us older folk!). However, those are minor points and should be read as such. Overall, this is a great property for a week on the glorious Dorset coast. We highly recommend it.