Bears Den

About this property

East Stour 2.8 miles. Perched in Stour Row near East Stour, Dorset, is this luxury, detached barn conversion, Bears Den. Enjoying a superb location surrounded by 40-acres of breath-taking countryside, on the outskirts of the Cranborne Chase AONB, and an interior where the attention to detail is second to none, Bears Den is a fantastic dog-friendly choice for couples, friends and families seeking a luxury escape. Your new home from home benefits from ample off-road parking, and generous enclosed garden with furniture, fire pit and a gas barbecue, perfect for alfresco dining with a view. Be welcomed into the light and airy open-plan living space, where you will find a fully-equipped kitchen for whipping up family favourites, ready to enjoy over celebratory bottles of fizz at the dining table for six. After dinner, retreat to the sumptuous sofas where you can curl up in front of a much-loved film on the Smart TV. Just off the kitchen, you will find a handy utility for your convenience. Completing the ground floor is a beautifully decorated double bedroom, with access to a well-appointed bathroom with gorgeous freestanding bath and walk-in shower, ideal for those with limited mobility. Follow the stairs up to the first floor, where you will find an additional Jack-and-Jill bathroom with indulgent freestanding bath, and two tastefully decorated bedrooms with thoughtful touches, a king-size and a twin with zip/link and a TV. Your local amenities can be found in East Stour, where you can refuel at the Kings Arms and The Crown Inn, or stock up on fresh ingredients at The Udder Farm Shop. A wider selection of attractions and amenities can be found in Shaftesbury, where you can wander the Gold Hill Museum, attend the Shaftesbury Food Festival in May, visit the fascinating Shaftesbury Abbey, and dine at The Ugly Duckling Café, Aroma, San Tonino, and Nest. Venture into the Cranborne Chase AONB, where you can enjoy scenic hikes and bike rides, along with the attractions of Rushmore Golf Club, RSPB Garston Wood, National Trust - Fontmell and Melbury Downs, National Trust - Hambledon Hill, and Old Wardour Castle. Further afield is Yeovil, where you can catch a live performance at The Octagon Theatre, picnic in Yeovil Country Park, soak up the views from Wyndham Hill, and dine at the 18th-century Manor. For a luxury escape to Dorset, look no further than Bears Den.

Between Bowden and Shaftesbury in Dorset is where you'll find the charming village of East Stour. The village has a rich agricultural history, and it is also home to a number of convenient services, such as the Kings Arms Inn and the Crown Inn, as well as the Udder Farm Shop and a hair salon. Shaftesbury is home to the historic Shaftesbury Abbey, the Gold Hill Museum, and the annual Shaftesbury Food Festival, held in the month of May. Chutney's, San Tonio, and The Salt Cellar are just a few of the restaurants available, and the supermarkets and corner stores will ensure that you have everything you need. There are many beautiful places to hike and walk in the Cranborne Chase aonb, including the rspb Garston Wood, the National Trust's Fontmell and Melbury Downs, Old Wardour Castle, and the National Trust's Kingston Lacy. Yeovil is located further away and is home to attractions like the Octagon Theatre, Yeovil Golf Club, Ninesprings Park, and Castello.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with access to Jack-and-Jill bathroom, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request) with TV and access to Jack-and-Jill bathroom.

Jack-and-Jill bathroom with freestanding bath, basin and WC.

Ground-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area.

Utility

Gas central heating.

Rangemaster with gas hob and electric oven, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.

Smart TV, TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair available.

Ample off-road parking.

Enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture, gas barbecue, and fire pit.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 2.3 miles, pub 1.9 miles.

Note: The property is decorated for Christmas.

Note: Please ensure dogs are kept on a lead when in the garden or occupied fields.

Note: Check-in from 4pm.

check-out by 10am.

Note: Dogs are charged at £20 per full or part week.

Note: Disabled items available on request