Burggraaf
- Style
- Hen-do heaven barn conversion with pool
- Setting
- Tucked in under a Dorset patchwork quilt
Can be rented with Voltaire (sleeps 12), which has its own indoor swimming pool.
This up-to-the-second barn conversion sits at the heart of Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall country, on the very beautiful West Axnoller Farm. The final word in stylish house-party venues, the barn sleeps 12 in six en-suite bedrooms, and boasts its own private indoor swimming pool – complete with blue twinkling fibre optics in the ceiling. Dripping with style, elegance and an energy that’s perfect for groups of friends, this rural retreat is ideal for fabulous family parties, birthdays and anniversary celebrations, and stylish hen escapes.
Need to know
Property styleHen-party perfect barn conversion.
GroundsAt the heart of 200 acres of pristine West Dorset farmland.
Sleeps12 in six en-suite bedrooms (or 24 if rented with Voltaire)
Ideal forStylish hen breaks, house parties, family gatherings and big birthday celebrations.
RatesWeekend: from £2,250; midweek: from £2,250; one week: from £3,500 (low season); from £5,500 (high season); from £6,000 (over Christmas and New Year).
Minimum hireThree days. Check-in from 5pm, check-out at 10am.
AlsoThe property is non-smoking. Pets are welcome by special arrangement.
In the know
Eating and DrinkingCatering can be arranged, as can deliveries from the many local delicatessens or supermarkets. Book a chef for the week and use the house as a hotel, or opt for your own self-indulgent self-catering – it’s totally up to you. The dining table in the open-plan living area seats 12, whilst outside there is a large gas barbecue, and table and chairs for 12 by the hot tub. Dining for 24 can be arranged in Burggraaf’s living room if you are also booking sister property Voltaire. If you’d like to replace the ‘self’ in self-catering with ‘selfish’, a chef can be brought in to prepare a dinner party for 12, with full waitress service. Alternatively, ready-to-eat local, organic Rural Ready Meals can be delivered directly to your door.
HousekeepingDaily housekeeping is available for an extra charge.
EntertainmentThe living room has a CD music system. A wide range of entertainment, including helicopter rides, spa treatments, therapies and catering, can be organised by Burggraaf at the click of a finger (or mouse).
ProvidedIndoor pool, outdoor hot tub, remote-controlled ribbon fire, free WiFi on site, Sky+ HD, DVD, CD, Nintendo Wii, pool table, gas barbecue, fire pit, gas heaters, washer/dryer. In rooms: flatscreen TV, Aromatherapy Associates toiletries and bathrobe.
Eco policyOrganic produce from local suppliers and farmers can be pre-ordered on request. Recycling facilities are available.
Booking processA 20 per cent deposit is required within one week of booking, with full payment to be settled 12 weeks before arrival. There is also a £500 damage-deposit fee.
WeddingsAlthough the property is not licensed for ceremonies, Burggraaf is an ideal wedding-reception venue with great catering links.
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