Pop's Barn, Downton
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- Max. Occupancy 2
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
- Changeover Saturday
- Pets Allowed
- Towels Provided
- Linen Provided
- Dishwasher
- Cooker
- Fridge
- Washing Machine
- Television
- High Chair
- Cots
- Kettle
- Garden
- Enclosed Garden
- Pub Nearby
Accommodation Details
All on one level: 1 x double bedroom (via step down through curtained opening) plus ensuite shower room with shower and WC. Open plan living/dining area with sofa. Kitchen. THERE IS NO WIFI AT THE PROPERTY!
Pop’s Barn is named after the owner’s grandfather and is a secret little hideaway behind the high street in the bustling village of Downton. Walking down a narrow path leading off a side lane, you stumble upon this pretty brick building set in its own private walled garden. Despite its seclusion, the cottage is perfectly located for the numerous attractions this popular area has to offer. Pop’s Barn has been well designed to maximise its small interior spaces making a cosy retreat for two people. Inside, the décor is most certainly traditional, with wooden floors and wooden beams through walls and ceilings adding to the period design. Spread across one level there is one double bedroom behind a curtained opening, with ensuite shower room with shower and WC. Open plan living/dining area with sofa bed. The large garden can provide comfort and relaxation for plenty of guests, with the outdoor furniture being used for al fresco dining in its pretty and sunny garden. The village of Downton rests on the banks of the River Avon, conveniently in between the Cranborne Chase AONB and the New Forest National Park. Pop’s Barn is a superb base for those looking to explore the area, with a small range of local amenities to answer your needs. The Cranborne Chase will be right on your doorstep, offering a network of scenic walking and cycling paths passing a number of charming villages. Pop’s Barn offers all this and more to those visiting.
Downton is right next to the edge of the New Forest which has an almost limitless array of superb walks and rides, and free-roaming ponies at every turn. Slightly farther afield are the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury, Blandford Forum with its Roman connections, and beautiful stretches of coast; the South West Coast Path starts in Poole Harbour. Downton itself is a very pleasant village with a good selection of shops and pubs, and the River Avon flowing through the middle.
Amenities & Facilities
Electric heating. Electric cooker, halogen hob, washing machine. TV, DVD. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Brick steps up to a paved terrace and lawned area (artificial grass). One well behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Travel cot and highchair available. Parking is roadside and unrestricted. Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Location Details
Downton is right next to the edge of the New Forest which has an almost limitless array of superb walks and rides, and free-roaming ponies at every turn. Slightly farther afield are the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury, Blandford Forum with its Roman connections, and beautiful stretches of coast; the South West Coast Path starts in Poole Harbour. Downton itself is a very pleasant village with a good selection of shops and pubs, and the River Avon flowing through the middle.
Wiltshire is a county offering cultural richness, historical sites, friendly people and attractions for all the family. A holiday in Wiltshire really does have something to suit everyone at any time of year.
Reviews
We booked a 3 night stay and ended up staying only the 1 night. The mattress and bed we slept on were absolutely appalling. Might as well have slept on the floor. The mattress about 2 inches deep sunk and you could feel each slat underneath. Neither myself or my partner got any sleep and we were absolutely exhausted the next day unable to go ahead with plans. We informed the host the next morning who advised they are not around to help and could try to get a mattress topper for our 3rd and final night. Mattress topper would not have made a difference especially after people have been unable to get any sleep for 2 nights. We politely advised that we are leaving the property after that initial first night, left it clean condition and had to book a comfortable bed in a hotel nearby. The last thing anyone wants is to go away for 3 nights rest and have to pack up and leave again after 1 night in search for a good night sleep. Our old dog who came along also didn't appreciate being moved about... When we asked the owner for a refund for the 2 nights which we didn't use her property for, she didn't even respond. Who needs all this stress when they try to go away for 3 nights and relax?!. Advice to the owner: IF YOU ARE LETTING YOUR BARN, BE PROUD OF YOUR PROPERTY,BUY A DECENT MATTRESS SO YOUR GUESTS CAN REST AND TREAT YOUR GUESTS WITH THE RESPECT THEY DESERVE.
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