Experience the serene beauty of Swallows’ Nest, a stylish detached barn conversion nestled in Thomas Hardy country. Enjoy scenic countryside views from the patio, explore the local area on foot or by bike, and relax in front of a roaring wood burner with books and games at hand.
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Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
2 bedroom accommodation in Wool, near Wareham
Swallows’ Nest is ideally located with beautiful countryside views and within easy reach of the Purbeck Heritage Coast.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Books, Games, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden. Patio with garden furniture and BBQ. Table tennis. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children under 5 years old.. Located along a quiet no-through lane with direct access to scenic walks, this superb detached barn conversion offers wonderful far reaching views over the local countryside and if you need to know anything about the area, the owner lives at the property. It is situated within the middle of Thomas Hardy country, between Swanage and Weymouth and only 5 miles from Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. The nearby village of Wool has its own village store, a bakery and a butcher’s shop, and there is excellent fishing in the area in the River Frome as well as various golf courses, bridleways, cycle and riding routes.
Tastefully and stylishly furnished, this rural barn is an ideal retreat for enjoying this delightful area. As its name suggests, Swallows’ Nest is home to a family of swallows and guests can wake up to their delightful birdsong and playful interaction. Outside there are two patio areas with garden furniture, one at the front and one at the rear of the property, to take advantage of the morning sunrise or evening sun. There is also a covered area with table tennis for guests to enjoy. Inside, the open plan living area has high vaulted ceilings, adding to the natural light from the Velux windows and patio doors, and the stylish design in a black and white theme adds to the spacious ambiance. There is a wood burner as well as a heater/air conditioning unit. Eco friendly, the water for the tank is collected from natural rainwater, and solar power provides additional warmth. Both attractively presented bedrooms have TVs and en-suite facilities for added comfort, and many extras have been provided such as toiletries, binoculars, games, books and toys.
The Isle of Purbeck is renowned for its spectacular scenery including Poole Harbour – the largest natural harbour in Europe. The area also features England’s first World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast, with its unique geology and fossils dating back millions of years. A short drive takes you to Lulworth Cove with its pebble beach and perhaps take a walk up and over the hill to famous Durdle Door. The whole of this area has lovely scenery and coastal walks. There are numerous attractions, ranging from the Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World, Weymouth Sea Life Park and Butterfly Farm and Abbotsbury Swannery and Subtropical Gardens. The seaside town of Swanage with its golden sandy beach and Durlston Country Park and Steam Railway are well worth a visit. The historic market towns of Dorchester and Wareham are nearby, as well as the pretty National Trust’s Corfe Castle, Blue Pool, Brownsea Island and Arne RSPB Nature Reserve. Beach 5 miles. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
Free WiFi
No children under 5 years old.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the ocean
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Fishing
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Dorchester, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Corfe Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Skirmish Dorset are also worth visiting. Visit our Dorchester travel guide
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Wool, near Wareham pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Wool, near Wareham?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Wool, near Wareham?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Wool, near Wareham?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Wool, near Wareham located?
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of The Tank Museum, Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and Clouds Hill. Durdle Door and Sculpture by the Lakes are also within 6 miles (10 km). Wool Station is 20 minutes by foot.
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2 bedroom accommodation in Wool, near Wareham Reviews
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Really lovely place to stay - well equipped and furnished accommodation, with everything you need.
Really lovely place to stay - well equipped and furnished accommodation, with everything you need. Comfortable and cosy open plan living room, diner and kitchen area, and 2 good sized bedrooms both with ensuite bathrooms.Great base to explore the beautiful Dorset countryside.The owners Martin & Suki were very welcoming and helpful.
This was our first stay in Dorset and the location of Swallows Nest is perfect. Central to all the places of interest you want to see, you are within 30-60 minutes of all of them and beautiful scenery as you travel around too.
The cottage itself is lovely, very modern, clean and spacious. It was a novel and much welcomed experienced for my 2 children to have their own en suite so they were semi independent.
We enjoyed many games of table tennis as well as some of the board games too of an evening.
We got lucky on our first morning when we saw the alpacas who live near there, we didn’t see them again all week!
A wonderful place to stay and the host was so friendly and helpful, we hope to return again and tell our friends and family about the place too.
Swallows Nest was the perfect venue for exploring the Jurassic Coast with beautiful coastal walks. It was homely and comfortable with a lovely wood burning stove. Martin was a very friendly and helpful host and we had everything we needed. We hope to be able to visit again.
The cottage is very well appointed with two bedrooms each with en-suite shower rooms joined by an entrance hall to the kitchen/dining/living area. It’s very well insulated, and nice and cosy especially with the log fire burning. The kitchen is well appointed with a little dishwasher and a washing machine which made life very easy! The owners were most helpful and very kindly offered to meet us outside the cottage if we phoned them about 15 minutes away - very helpful as we arrived in the dark! Thoroughly recommended!
Jill B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Graham
3 Jan 2020
Absolutely loved the cottage and surrounding area.
Absolutely loved the cottage and surrounding area. Host was very helpful and friendly. Everything was of a high standard.