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The Barn @ Swanage Farm

Swanage, Dorset
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Working farm
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Unique barn conversion with beautiful indoor and outdoor dining spaces to enjoy
  • A family-friendly rural retreat nestled in the Dorset countryside
  • Ideally situated for exploring the nearby headlands and views of the dramatic Jurassic Coast
Property code: OC-WY559

Set within the grounds of a Swanage farm on the outskirts of this popular seaside town, this property is a great choice for families looking for a peaceful getaway whilst still being within easy reach of the town and beach. The wide sandy bay is just 1 mile away with its shops, ice creams, and fish and chip shops. Visit the nearby nature lover’s paradise of Studland Bay 5.5 miles away or continue another mile where you can take the chain ferry across to the popular towns of Poole and Bournemouth with plenty of family attractions.

A spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/dining area takes up the ground floor, with large comfortable sofas, arranged around a Smart TV. The kitchen has everything you might need for home cooking, and there is a dining table and chairs in front of bi-fold doors that lead out to the secluded garden. The master bedroom sits on the ground floor  with a super-king-size zip-and-link bed that can be converted to a twin if needed, along with the family bathroom. Stairs lead up to the first floor where there are a further two bedrooms, one king-size and one with bunk beds suitable for children. Both have sloping ceilings and Velux windows, and there is a further shower room on this level too.

Outside is an enclosed garden with a patio and dining table and chairs, and a lawned area with sun loungers. A driveway leading to a car port offers parking space for two cars.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (can be arranged as a twin on request), 1 king-size, 1 bunk bed for children
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Ground floor master bedroom and bathroom - one small step up from the dining area. 
  • Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Smart TV
  • Enclosed garden with patio area and table and chairs, and small lawned area with sun loungers
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop , pub and restaurant within 0.5miles
  • Beach 1 mile
  • Low, sloping ceilings on the first floor
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Please note there are no stairgates/travel cot/high chairs available
  • Please note, this property is next to a working farm, and tractors do use the lane running behind
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Samantha Banner

This property is personally managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Neil 13th June 2026

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The cottage was very well equipped and spotlessly clean. Access and parking was brilliant. The 15 minute walk to the beach was a plus.The only thing I would suggest is that the outside patio area be power washed and tidied.

Reviewed by Peter 7th June 2026

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A well-equipped and tastefully decorated barn conversion in a peaceful location.

Reviewed by Allyson 4th October 2025

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We had a lovely holiday, very cosy and comfortable. Great location, Village Inn pub just up the road, tasty food, you have to book. We will book again

Reviewed by Ness 23rd August 2025

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Russ was so welcoming and available throughout if we had any query. The Barn has been converted to a very high standard and was exceptionally comfortable. We will certainly be returning as there is so much to explore in the locality, we left definitely wanting more!

Reviewed by Jen 9th August 2025

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Reviewed by Julie 3rd August 2025

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Well equipped and maintained cottage

Reviewed by Norman 5th July 2025

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Reviewed by Rosemary 28th June 2025

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Nice comfy cottage ideal for 2 couples as you have a floor each, both with bath and/or shower and toilet. Quiet location, well-equipped.

Reviewed by Susan 31st October 2024

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Excellently located, quiet and cosy cottage. Perfect for exploring Swanage and Studland!

Reviewed by Sue 28th October 2024

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Really lovely comfortable and quiet cottage. There was a welcome food basket. Everything we needed to make our stay easy was there. Well equipped kitchen, comfy beds. Space for clothes and bags, as well as a shoe rack and coat hooks. Sheltered outdoor space for those wet clothes days. [luckily we didn't need it]. Great having 2 bathrooms. Lots of bRead moreeautiful places within easy distance and didn't have to drive through Swanage to get to them. Bus 50 250 yrds along the lane takes you to Studland, ferry to Sandbanks, dropped off and ferry to Brownsea Island..brilliant. Also recommend the Pier Head [may be closed for Winter]. If I come this way again would look to return to stay. Hide

Reviewed by Peter 7th October 2024

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We enjoyed our stay , kitchen was well catered for and the presentation box was much appreciated.

Reviewed by Chris 21st September 2024

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We thoroughly enjoyed our comfortable stay at The Barn, a home from home. Plenty of places to visit and Swanage seafront just 15 mins walk away.

Reviewed by Philip 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by Bonita 18th August 2024

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Fantastic stay we really enjoyed ourselves. Lovely barn with everything we needed and fantastic quiet location but close enough to walk into town and beach easily! Thank you for the tip about the park the children loved it! The garden with the lights was beautiful on a summer evening! Definitely recommend the open top bus to Sandbanks etc!

Reviewed by Anthony 10th August 2024

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An excellent holiday, clean, friendly owners, great facilities. Near to the beach and other places to visit . A great week and highly recommended.

Reviewed by Jo 3rd August 2024

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An absolutely beautiful barn/grain store conversion. Very well appointed throughout. Our party was multi generational and the layout of a downstairs bedroom and bathroom with a further two bedrooms and a shower room upstairs was perfect. We are already planning a return visit

Reviewed by Sharon 27th July 2024

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The location of this property is perfect for access to the coast, lots to do on your doorstep. Although the barn could do with a little tlc as feels a bit unloved in certain ways.

Reviewed by Robert 20th July 2024

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This property was ideal for us. It was well laid out, clean and comfortable. We were two couples and an 18 month old child. The bedroom for children upstairs is suitable for young children but probably not large teenagers. The location has easy access to town and studland. It is very quiet location. We can highly recommend

Reviewed by John 14th July 2024

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An excellent property well located and very well presented within a short walk from town. Covered parking . Welcome Pack was most appreciated. Small but well stocked garden was a pleasure to sit in.

Reviewed by Christine 17th June 2024

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