
Snowdrop is a beautifully converted barn on the Downwood Vineyard Estate near Blandford Forum in Dorset. Set within 30 acres of former vineyard land, this ground-floor, open-plan barn conversion sleeps two and is finished to a high standard throughout. It's a proper retreat for couples wanting space and peace in the Dorset countryside.
The estate sits in rolling Dorset farmland with easy access to the coast, market towns and countryside walks. Ashley Wood 18-hole golf course is reachable via a bridleway or a two-minute drive. The Jurassic Coast, Sandbanks and Bournemouth beaches are all within an hour.
Snowdrop sleeps two in a king-size 5ft double bedroom with a dressing table. The bathroom has a bath and heated towel rail.
Monkey World (approx. 18 miles / 30 mins), Bovington Tank Museum (18 miles / 30 mins), Kingston Lacy (8 miles / 15 mins) and Corfe Castle (25 miles / 40 mins) are all excellent days out.
Snowdrop suits couples and pet owners wanting a quiet Dorset base. The private hot tub and patio with BBQ make evenings here genuinely special. Book it.
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A private four-person hot tub on the patio perfect for unwinding after a day exploring Dorset's coast and countryside.
Up to two pets are welcome at no extra charge, making Snowdrop a great pick for dog owners wanting a Dorset break.
Set on a former 30-acre vineyard estate near Blandford Forum with shared gardens to explore and open countryside all around.
The ground-floor open-plan layout is light and well-equipped with a coffee machine, Smart TV, electric oven and oil central heating included.
The enclosed patio has a BBQ and outdoor seating ideal for summer evenings with a drink after a day at the beach.
Sandbanks, Bournemouth and Weymouth beaches are all within an hour's drive, with the Jurassic Coast easily reachable for walks and sightseeing.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Snowdrop by car, head towards Blandford Forum in Dorset and follow signs for the Downwood Vineyard Estate. The barn conversion is on the ground floor with one private on-site parking space available directly at the property.
The nearest railway station is Hamworthy in Poole, approximately 18 miles from the property. From there, a taxi or hire car is the most practical way to reach the estate.
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Postcode: DT11 8JH
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