Set within 20 acres of unspoilt Dorset countryside, this converted farm building is the perfect rural retreat. Inside, it’s cosy and charming – we loved the soft natural colour scheme and sumptuous furnishings that guarantee relaxation. Begin your mornings at the dining table with a cooked breakfast before finishing the last of a pot of tea on your private balcony. When the sun is shining, wander around the grounds – follow the Woodland Nature Trail through open fields or enjoy a moment of stillness by the lake. Should rain threaten, head to the games room for a round of table tennis.

You’ll find your home a ten-minute drive from the surf-lashed Hive Beach. Look for fossils as you pick your way across the sand then enjoy a brisk paddle in the water. In the late afternoon, appease grumbling tummies with some proper pub grub at The Three Horseshoes in Burton Bradstock – it’s only 3.5 miles away.

Home truths:
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay
*Parking is available on the premises
*There are several steps leading up to the property’s entrance
*This home isn’t suitable for very young children due to the steep staircase leading up to the mezzanine bedroom
*Your host can provide a baby bath and high chair upon request
*Guests have access to a communal laundry room
*Please bring your own charcoal for the barbecue – your host kindly asks for the barbecue to be cleaned after each use
*Your host can provide tennis racquets and balls upon request
*Fishing is permitted on the lake – just bring your own equipment and please use barbless hooks