Harman's Cross holiday house accommodation with internet access, TV, rural retreat and DVD

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  • House
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 nights min stay
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Key information

  • Child friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the manager

This impressive, detached barn conversion near Swanage sleeps eight people in three bedrooms.The Old Barn is an outstanding, stone-built barn conversion offering superb holiday accommodation near Swanage in Dorset. With three bedrooms including one ground floor double and two family rooms with one double and one single, this wonderful cottage sleeps eight people comfortably. There's also a ground floor wet room, a first floor bathroom, a spacious kitchen with dining area overlooked by a mezzanine landing, plus a sitting room with woodburner. Outside, there is a front gravelled area and use of the owner's field opposite the property. The Old Barn sits in a fantastic position, just 200 yards from passing steam trains, and just over 2 miles from the coast. With plenty of nearby activities, this is a superb holiday cottage for a family getaway.

Amenities: Oil central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor and woodburner. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request. Bike storage available on request. Off road parking for 3 cars. Front gravelled area with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 10 mins walk, pub 1.5 miles. Note: Swanage Railway line is approx. 200 yards away. Note: There is an agricultural workshop at the rear. Note: There are some external steps to access the property, but level access is also available. There are no internal steps on the ground floor.

Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorsets Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.

Town: The small, family-friendly seaside resort of Swanage is situated at the eastern end of Dorsets famous Jurassic Coast, on the celebrated Isle of Purbeck and is probably best known for its wonderful, gently shelving golden sands. The little town itself offers visitors a wealth of interesting shops and plenty of good pubs and restaurants, some of which specialise in locally-caught fish, and is also well known for its annual jazz festival, which takes place each July.

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Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 2: Double Bed Single Bed
  • Bedroom 3: Double Bed Single Bed
  • 2 Family bathrooms

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

Manager restrictions

Minimum stay: 3 night

About the manager

Sykes Holiday Cottages
Calendar updated:
26 Apr 2024

Years listed:
14

Based in:
United Kingdom
Languages spoken: English
This House has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and sleeps 10. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 27 Mar 2014. Located in Swanage, it has 6 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate varies from £725 to £2786.
The property’s calendar was last updated on 26 Apr 2024.
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jayne1988j

Wow wow wow
Jul 2019

The old barn was just outstanding! I don’t even know where to start. Location is perfect! It’s only a 5 minute drive into Swanage town and about £7 taxi ride. Not to far from lovely… More 

Reviewed 7 Aug 2019

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amyjuggles
London, United Kingdom

Lovely large space in tranquil setting
Jul 2018

My dad booked the Old Barn for 7 of us to spend a week together in Dorset in July. The space was incredible and the layout worked really well for us as my parents took the downstairs bedroom whilst me… More 

Reviewed 30 Jul 2018

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mooring30
Windsor, United Kingdom

Fantastic Place
Aug 2017

A fantastic holiday rental with plenty of room for a large family. Very clean and exceptional converted barn within easy access to Swanage. Would highly recommend this lovely holiday cottage.

Reviewed 27 Aug 2017

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Steve G
Birmingham, United Kingdom

fantastic place
May 2016

me and the whole family were thrilled when we walked in to the barn conversion, the space is fantastic, kitchen is massive, washing machine, dishwasher etc, bedrooms are big as well, parking for two c… More 

Reviewed 27 Jun 2016

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Response from the manager
It is wonderful to hear that The Old Barn exceeded your expectations, thank you for taking the time to share your experience there. We certainly hope that all of you will be back to enjoy the facilities and all of that space again soon!

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Karen48606

Spotless accommodation
Aug 2014

Just back from a weeks stay in this beautiful barn. The barn is amazing and within easy reach of lots of interesting places to visit. The Steam Train at the bottom of the garden was a real treat. Can&… More 

Reviewed 10 Nov 2014

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