Highlights
- Dorset barn conversion, sleeps 12.
- Private indoor swimming pool.
- Hen-do perfect, set in 200 acres of private farmland.
- Can be fully catered and run as a hotel, if you wish.
- Can be rented with sister property, Voltaire.
Smith tip
Fool people you’re Dorset-born-and-bred, with these local locutions:
‘Where’s to?’ = ‘Where is it?’
‘Aggy’ = to gather eggs.
‘Ballyrag’ = to scold.
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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. A Dorset-tastic clotted cream tea on the house is a lovely treat too.
Need to know
RatesFrom £3,750 (low season); from £5,750 (high season); from £6,000 (over Christmas and New Year).
Sleeps12 in six en-suite bedrooms (or 24 if rented with Voltaire)
Ideal forStylish hen breaks, house parties, family gatherings and big birthday celebrations.
Minimum hireThree days. Check-in from 5pm, check-out at 10am.
Booking processA 30 per cent deposit is required within one week of booking, with full payment to be settled 12 weeks before arrival. There is also a £1,000 damage-deposit fee. Smith deposit taken when you book.
Property styleHen-party perfect barn conversion.
GroundsAt the heart of 200 acres of pristine West Dorset farmland.
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. A Dorset-tastic clotted cream tea on the house is a lovely treat too.
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.
Packing tipsPop a hairdryer and swimming costume in your weekend bag (unless wet hair and nudie-swimming is your thing).
Eco policyOrganic produce from local suppliers and farmers can be pre-ordered on request. Recycling facilities are available.
For a detailed description of all the rooms and grounds, click here
Also worth knowing
- Children
- Little ones are very welcome. Highchairs, travel cot, changing mat, microwave sterilisers, baby monitors and Nintendo Wii are included at no extra charge. Babysitting can be arranged.
Smith card offer
A five per cent discount on all spa treatments
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