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Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18

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At Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18, you can look forward to a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18

Woodside Retreat – Private Group Barn with 3 Hot Tubs | Dorset Countryside Estate

Woodside Retreat is a spacious, detached barn conversion set within The Victorian Barn’s 65-acre countryside estate in rural Dorset.

You’ll enjoy completely private accommodation, gardens and three hot tubs for your group only, while also benefiting from access to excellent shared leisure facilities across the wider estate.

Ideal for family gatherings, multi-generational breaks, celebrations and relaxed group getaways.

Important to Know:

Security Deposit

A refundable security deposit pre-authorisation is required prior to arrival. This is not a charge, but a temporary hold on your card to cover any damage or breaches of house rules. The hold is released after departure provided no issues arise.

Woodside Retreat is fully self-contained and exclusive to your group

Your accommodation, patios and all three hot tubs are private

The indoor pool, sauna, games room, activity suite and estate grounds are shared with guests staying in other cottages on the estate

Private Accommodation for Your Group:

The property sleeps up to 18 guests across six ensuite bedrooms, all with flexible king or twin bed arrangements.

Inside you’ll find:

Six ensuite bedrooms with rainfall showers (one with full bath)

Three open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge areas

A large dedicated group dining and living space seating up to 18 plus six sofas and 75" Smart TV

Group kitchen

Fully equipped kitchens with double ovens and dishwashers

Level access throughout

The generous group space makes it easy to cook, dine and relax together in one place — perfect for birthdays, anniversaries and family time.

Private Outdoor Space:

Woodside Retreat has its own extended patio and lawned garden with countryside views towards Bulbarrow Hill.

Your group will have exclusive use of:

Three private outdoor hot tubs

Patio seating and picnic furniture

Open lawn for children and group games

Shared Estate Facilities:

Woodside Retreat sits within The Victorian Barn estate, which includes other holiday cottages.

During your stay, you will also have access to the estate’s shared leisure facilities:

Heated indoor swimming pool

Sauna

Games room

Activity Suite

Fishing lakes

Children’s play areas

65 acres of countryside trails and open lawns

These facilities are shared with guests staying elsewhere on the estate.

Location:

Set in peaceful Dorset countryside, Woodside Retreat is an excellent base for exploring:

The Jurassic Coast including Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door

Weymouth and Swanage beaches

Sherborne, Blandford Forum and Shaftesbury

Traditional country pubs and local farm shops

Most coastal destinations are within 40–90 minutes’ drive.

Practical Details:

Ample parking with extra-wide spaces

On-site EV charger

Optional catering available

Suitable for family groups and celebrations

Not suitable for stag parties

Why Guests Love Woodside Retreat:

Sleeps up to 18 in ensuite bedrooms

Dedicated dining space for the whole group

Three exclusive hot tubs

Access to indoor pool and leisure facilities

Private barn setting within a beautiful estate

Woodside Retreat offers the space and privacy of your own group accommodation, with the added benefit of shared leisure facilities and countryside surroundings.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

666668

About the area

Located in Blandford Forum, this holiday home is in a rural area. Sturminster Newton Mill and Shillingstone Railway Project are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Badger Watch Dorset and Gartell Light Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider Skirmish Dorset and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Blandford Forum travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom
    Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Poole Harbour featuring heritage architecture and a river or creek
    Poole Harbour
    51 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Bournemouth Beach
    Bournemouth Beach
    59 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Durdle Door featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and rocky coastline
    Durdle Door
    61 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Longleat is one of the widest Safari Parks in Europe. It's very well preserved and supplying shelter to many species. #LifeAtExpedia
    Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
    64 min drive - 59.2 km

Getting around

  • Yeovil Pen Mill Station
    31 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • White Hart Alehouse
    16 min drive
  • The White Horse
    19 min drive
  • The Fiddleford Inn
    17 min drive
  • The Fox Inn
    12 min drive
  • Cheese Fair
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Woodside Retreat – Private Barn with ensuite bedrooms, 3 Hot Tubs, Sleeps 18 located?

This family-friendly Blandford Forum holiday home is located in a rural location, 2 mi (3.3 km) from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Badger Watch Dorset and Shillingstone Railway Project. The Art Stable and Sturminster Newton Mill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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