Hatts Barn is a luxury conversion in a Dark Sky Reserve. It features two large bedrooms, a stunning vaulted living space and contemporary paired back styling throughout.
The sense of space, light and quality is palpable.
Such a cosy feel in such a grand space.
Pure indulgence in the primary bedroom.
How about a bit of al fresco dining in the private courtyard area?
The kitchen is very well equipped and provides a lovely social setting.
The dining space connects the kitchen and sitting room and makes for a wonderful space to gather.
Looking down the living space from the kitchen you can see the scale of this impressive room and the natural light it generates.
Many original features have been retained to enhance the rustic authenticity of the barn.
The vary spacious living space has a wonderful cosy feel and is a great spot to gather everyone round to discuss your day of local exploring.
The living space is perfectly complimented by the wood burning stove to make things extra cosy in the colder months.
A final look back through this stunning vaulted room.
Careful and simple styling in the primary bedroom.
The primary bedroom features a sumptuous super king bed as well as plenty of storage and an en-suite shower room.
The en-suite shower room with shower enclosure.
Bedroom two is another luxurious space with a flexible super king size zip & link bed that can become two large singles.
This lovely light second bedroom also has plenty of storage.
The family bathroom joins the two bedrooms on the ground floor.
The grand entrance hall is a lovely example of the paired back styling in the barn.
The upside down living arrangement was planned to provide the most of the views and light to the upper floor.
The pretty little outdoor seating area is tucked neatly in a sunny spot.
Anyone for a snack?
The impressive facade and curated planting makes the barn and lovely sight to see.
Just a feel for this blissful rural Dorset setting.
Hatts Farm is on a quiet lane.
A visiting classic car attending a local event.
Rolling countryside for miles around.
Look out for the resident chicken and ducks wandering around.
You may see these delightful guinea fowl around the farm.
Don't forget to keep an eye out for the lambs playing in the fields.
The community-run village stores in nearby Semley.
The Benett Arms at Semley, a traditional 17th Century inn and free house, is a short drive or good walk away.
This is the famous Gold Hill in historic Shaftesbury - just a mile or so away from Hatts Farm.
The World Heritage Jurassic Coast and iconic Durdle Door are an hour in the car.
The lake at National Trust Stourhead is a beautiful place to spend a day.
The Pig on The Beach at Studland, be sure to book in advance.
Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument and World Heritage Site, is a 40 minute drive away (photograph copyright English Heritage).
Hatts Barn
20931.7 miles NE of Shaftesbury | Sleeps 5 + cot
7 Nights from £623
Ms Hale March 2016
Not suitable for cold weather unless owners fix the heating. Don't wxpect classic cottages to help if there are any problems.
Reply from Classic Cottages
We're so sorry to see your comments - you spoke with me on the day before your departure when you called us to say you felt cold in the snowy weather. It's been very chilly so we immediately asked the Owners to pop round with some additional portable heaters for the bedrooms as agreed. We're really sorry that you chose not to use this additional heating, and wish that we'd been able to help earlier in your stay. Following our conversation today, we have settled on a course of action which you've agreed is appropriate. Tanya, Customer Support...
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Mr Griffin December 2015
Hatts Barn was an excellent base for our Christmas visit to family in the West Country. David and Anthea gave us a warm welcome to their lovely farm with tea and a cake. And we really appreciated the seasonal touches including the decorated Christmas tree! The barn is light, clean and comfortable with the room layout allowing everyone to be together without feeling crowded. Our Children enjoyed exploring the fields and woods around the farm and Shaftesbury is a five minute drive away. Perfect....
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Mrs McQue November 2015
Home from home lovely accommodation. Very easy to relax
Mrs Saunders November 2015
Fantastic property in a good location for visiting many places in the area. The owners had paid great attention to detail and all the comforts of home were to hand ensuring that our every need was catered for. A November break we found the Barn to be cosy and welcoming and the cake baked by Anthea was scrumptious! Thank you. We enjoyed the break and and would recommend Hatts Barn to anyone seeking a luxurious rural retreat. We hope to be back soon. ...
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Mr Arkins March 2015
Farmyard setting without the agriculture! Comfortable, cosy and perfect location for exploring Shaftesbury area the surrounding area.
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