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  • 4 bedrooms

  • 4 bathrooms

    +1 extra toilet

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Part of a manor that dates back to the sixteenth century, this beautiful listed barn conversion is not your average country cottage. With enough design credentials for a magazine spread, the home mixes old and new with aplomb. Gather in the grand room to see a space with cathedral-like ceilings and antler chandeliers, with pops of bright modernity from the aquamarine walls and huge pieces of artwork hanging on the walls. There are cosier spots too, including bedrooms that have been tucked up in the rafters ensuring a snug night's sleep, as well as a log-burning fire in the second living room. Comprised of two adjoining barns, the home has got enough room to seat the entire party, with two kitchens for whipping up a feast — ask ahead and the owners will provide you with eggs from the grounds' chickens. Outside, there's a private covered hot tub, a barbecue area and pretty walled gardens to explore, but beyond the gates, one of England's most beautiful counties awaits — Cranbourne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty can be reached in less than fifteen minutes by car, as can the architecturally unique town of Blandford Forum.


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What to expect


Highlights

Drive to Stonehenge in under forty-five minutes and catch a Druid ceremony during the summer solstice

Drive to Stonehenge in under forty-five minutes and catch a Druid ceremony during the summer solstice

Wander the manor grounds and even go fishing in the River Stour

Wander the manor grounds and even go fishing in the River Stour

Sip alfresco drinks in the manicured gardens

Sip alfresco drinks in the manicured gardens

Warm up on chillier evenings by the log-burning fire

Warm up on chillier evenings by the log-burning fire

Take a dip in the bubbly waters of the home's hot tub

Take a dip in the bubbly waters of the home's hot tub

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Home truths

    The home consists of two adjoining barns with two living rooms and two kitchens — these can also be booked separately if you have a smaller party

    The host can arrange private tours of Dorset, outside catering and eggs to be delivered — just ask ahead

    There are also opportunities for coarse fishing on the River Stour and clay pigeon shooting

    The property is wheelchair accessible

    We recommend arriving by car to see more of this rural county and there's plenty of space to park here

    In the summer, there can be a lot of insects, although the host provides repellant

    In both of the first floor bedrooms, the beds can be set up as super king-size or two singles

About this stay


Amenities

Wi-fi

Pets allowed

Parking available

Washing machine

Dryer

Hot tub

Bedrooms & bathrooms

4 bedrooms, 5 beds

4 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Arrange a chef

Baby sitting

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Massage

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Blandford Forum

Sixty-five years after the Great Fire of London wreaked havoc on the capital, the sleepy Dorset town of Blandford Forum was also the victim of a catastrophic inferno that burnt down the vast majority of the wooden, thatched dwellings. From the ashes, local architect brothers John and William Bastard were called upon to draw up a new town plan and using stone quarried from the nearby Isle of Portland, they...

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Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Explore the Royal Signals Museum

Explore the Royal Signals Museum

Discover the fascinating history of military communications and codes at this interactive museum. From fire beacons to the Internet, experience the evolution of technology. Enjoy delicious home-baked cakes at the on-site cafe too.

27 min

Get around

Airport

Bournemouth

55 min

Southampton

1 hr 17 min

Bristol

1 hr 40 min

Train station

Gillingham

25 min

Bus stop

The Cross

10 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

10 min

Cafe

8 min

Pharmacy

11 min

Points of interest

Beach

Lake Beach

46 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Pets welcome

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 11:00

On floor 1, steps only

Wifi speed: 40Mbps

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    5

    days

    Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Steven

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. After living in Bermuda and practising law for twenty years, Steven returned to live in Hammoon Manor House. Back then, many of the old farm buildings were derelict, but he decided to turn them into luxury holiday accommodation in 2019. There's nothing that brings him more satisfaction than guests having such a wonderful time that they decide to return at a later date.

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