There's something about staying in a barn that feels the ultimate in cosy. Maybe it's the wooden beams or exposed masonry mixed with the comforts of a fireplace and a comfortable kitchen. Maybe it's the feeling of staying somewhere that feels like a secret. You get both at this barn. Comprised of two self-contained units, it's a home that's taken its distinct past as an Elizabethan farmhouse and given it a modern makeover that still champions its original features. Leather furnishings and a wood-burning stove add to the hygge feel, perfect for when you want to curl up with a book. Outside the home, you've got a barbecue for grilling up a feast on warmer evenings and dining alfresco on the patio. Away from the barn, you're a short walk from the local pub and the village shop in Martinstown. Elsewhere, the lively harbour and beach of coastal Weymouth is a twenty-minute drive, while the famous Durdle Door is a half-hour drive from home. Lap up the seafront, explore the Dorset AONB, then return to your secret cosy hideaway.

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