A beautiful rural spot boasting views across the Blackmore Vale, located half a mile from the village of Okeford Fitzpaine, where you’ll find a shop and pub. Explore the many footpaths nearby, including the Wessex Ridgeway or head to the market town of Sturminster Newton (3 miles) for a stroll along the trailway or around the pretty working mill. The space Hambledon Hill and neighbouring Hod Hill (5 miles) are well worth a visit and once at the top you are rewarded with far-reaching views across three counties. Enjoy wild swimming in the River Stour in the summer months or head to Blandford forum (6 miles) where there is a brewery tap and waterside walks, or visit Shaftesbury’s iconic Gold Hill (8 miles). Accessed via an unmade lane and shared drive (bumpy in places), this semi-detached converted barn is timber clad and has lovely far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Set within an organic farm, sliding doors give access into the light and bright open-plan property. To the rear is the kitchen, which is equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. There is space to dine just opposite and comfortable seating in the living area, both areas allow for you to appreciate the privacy and outside beauty of the farm. The large comfy sofa beside the wood burner allows for you to fully relax of an evening while making use of the Smart TV. A shower room with walk-in shower and WC completes the ground floor. Heading upstairs to the first floor located between kitchen and bathroom, you will find two bedrooms, a king-size bedroom with balcony window so you can really take in the breath taking scenery and a comfortable twin bedroom just opposite. A separate WC is placed between the two bedrooms. Due to the setting within the eaves, there are some areas of restricted head height, which only adds to the character and charm of the converted building. To the rear of the property is an open gravelled terrace with a dividing privacy fence, picnic bench, charcoal BBQ (in the summer months) and a large open fields, ideal for all outdoor adventures, activities and ball games. Private Hot Tub available from the 20th of March. House Rules Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin - 1 shower room with WC and 1 separate WC - Electric oven and hob, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine - Travel cot and highchair available on request - Wood burner (first basket of logs included) - Smart TV in the lounge - Private Hot Tub - Open terrace with dividing privacy fence, picnic bench, charcoal BBQ (in the summer months) and large shared open field - Allocated off-road parking available for 2 cars - For larger groups, this property can be booked together with 88266 Tallet Barn West, to sleep 8 guests - The tennis court can be booked by separate arrangement with the owner - Walking trails located off the surrounding fields, can walk directly to Wessex Ridge from trail - Shop and pub 0.5miles