Willow Brook

5.0★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

19 Customer Review(s)

Robert
September 2024

“We had a great stay.”

The barn was like home from home. Everything you would possibly need inside and of good quality. The welcome pack that was left for us was the best we have ever had , and we have stayed at many of Sykes cottages. The cleanest and comfort was second to none. There was information in the barn on suggestions places to visit and pubs to eat. We were met on arrival by Andrew who was very helpful and was keen to ensure we had a great stay. Could not fault the barn,and would certainly recommend it ...

The barn was like home from home. Everything you would possibly need inside and of good quality. The welcome pack that was left for us was the best we have ever had , and we have stayed at many of Sykes cottages. The cleanest and comfort was second to none. There was information in the barn on suggestions places to visit and pubs to eat. We were met on arrival by Andrew who was very helpful and was keen to ensure we had a great stay. Could not fault the barn,and would certainly recommend it to our friends and family. and we would like come back again . Bob and Wendy Hawtin

- Robert, September 2024

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay, even with the unsettled British summer weather. We also greatly appreciate you leaving the barn in such immaculate condition and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again. Andrew & Janine Property Owner
Gillian August 2024

“Had a wonderful stay in this beautiful barn.”

Accommodation was first class and Andrew was the perfect host. The barn is set in lovely village and a great location for walking in the surrounding countryside and visiting local towns and villages - as well as the Jurassic Coast! We really enjoyed our stay and hope to come back one day for another relaxing break!

- Gillian, August 2024

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to us to know that our guests have enjoyed their stay. We truly appreciate you taking such great care of the barn and leaving it immaculate upon departure. We would love to welcome you back to Willow Brook in the future. Property Owner
Julie July 2024

“We chose Willow Brook because of its excellent reviews as a base for our week in Dorset .”

Property was amazing and all the extra touches as mentioned in previous reviews just made it even more special . There has obviously been a lot of thought & effort put in to make this the lovely property it is & the gorgeous outside space is definitely a plus. Andrew was more than helpful & friendly , with a guided tour on arrival & useful recommendations for local places to eat & visit . We have no hesitation in recommending this property to anyone visiting Dorset & hope to return in the future .

- Julie, July 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely and positive review of your stay - it really does make it all worthwhile for us. It was a pleasure to meet and chat with you both, and I’m glad you had a lovely time and managed to explore Dorset, despite the occasional monsoon! With thanks, Andrew & Janine Property Owner
Victoria July 2024

“We had lovely few days at Willow Brook Barn.”

The photos didn't actually do it justice, as it is much larger than we expected. The attention to detail is amazing and the property is very well-equipped and very well run. The owners, Andrew and Janine were extremely kind and helpful during our stay but took pains not to be at all intrusive. We would definitely stay there again, thank you for having us.

- Victoria, July 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of your stay. It was a pleasure to meet you both and to be able to host you. Thank you also for bringing some decent weather and for the thoughtful departure gift. We hope to see you both again. Andrew & Janine Property Owner
Roger June 2024

“We chose Willow Brook Barn based on it's location and the previous excellent reviews which we discovered were entirely accurate.”

The Barn was equipped to a high standard, spotlessly clean and so peaceful inside and out. In addition Andrew, Janine and family were delightful neighbours providing help and assistance if and when required. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Roger and Ann.

- Roger, June 2024

Dear Roger and Anne, Thank you for the lovely words of appreciation. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting and chatting with you, and it was a pleasure to have you stay at Willow Brook. Thank you also for the lovely gifts for our children. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you, Andrew & Janine Property Owner
Kevin May 2024

“The photos do not do this gorgeous house justice.”

The location is so quiet and peaceful. Although close to the owners house you have complete privacy and a wonderful private courtyard garden. Andrew and Janine did everything to make our stay an enjoyable one. On arrival asked Andrew asked if there was anything we required. We asked for some beer glasses, the next day they were on the doorstep! The very generous welcome pack and the beautiful flowers were a nice touch. The property is ideally situated for exploring all areas of Dorset. We will be back!

- Kevin, May 2024

Thank you for the lovely words and kind feedback on your stay at Willow Brook. It genuinely makes us happy to know that our guests have had a positive experience. It was a pleasure to host you both, and we hope you will stay with us again. Happy adventures! Andrew & Janine. Property Owner
David May 2024

“Thank you so much for hosting us Andrew and Janine.”

We were so impressed with how immaculate the house was, the smell of lavender in the air as soon as we walked in made us feel at home. We especially appreciated the fresh flowers and lovely touches of Dorset left on the breakfast tray. The bedrooms and bedding were immaculate and extremely comfortable. We really enjoyed the sun trap of the patio in the evening and we really wouldn't have changed anything! We couldn't have asked for more! We hope we can stay with you again in the future. With love. David and Rebecca

- David, May 2024

Hi David and Rebecca, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It really means a lot to know that our guests have enjoyed their stay at Willow Brook. It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay with us and to spend time chatting with you both. We hope to see you again soon. Andrew & Janine Property Owner
Margaret April 2024

“Beautifully presented property in a beautiful, peaceful location.”

Spotless throughout. Very thoughtful hamper with locally sourced produce and fresh cut flowers made for a warm welcome after our journey. We were met in person by Andrew, who had kindly ensured the the lights and heating were on for our arrival. Start up provisions were available in the kitchen and bathroom. There was a bundle of freshly laundered towels for each guest in our party. The beds were very comfortable. We had access to our own beautiful planted garden to the side of the property. It was very relaxing to sit there and listed to the birds singing against the background sound of the babbling brook a few feet away. Andrew and his family were very pleasant to chat to on the few occasions we happened to meet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and feel relaxed and recharged. We would definitely like to return another time.

- Margaret, April 2024

Thank you, Margaret and family, for your kind words of appreciation—it truly means a lot to us to know that our guests have enjoyed their stay at Willow Brook. We are also grateful for how beautifully you maintained the property during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Andrew & Janine Property Owner
John April 2024

“This was our first visit to Dorset and Willow Brook was an excellent base for exploring the county.”

Apart from the location, the choice of Willow Brook for our accommodation was based on the previous excellent reviews and the impressive images of the property. We were not disappointed; the property was spotlessly clean, modern, fresh, well equipped and very comfortable. The welcome tray with local produce along with a bottle of wine, milk in the fridge, tea and coffee available and the fresh flowers around the barn were a lovely and welcome surprise on our arrival. Andrew and Janine were excellent hosts; friendly and welcoming though unintrusive but available in the event of any issues arising. Willow Brook felt like a home from home during our stay and we would have no hesitation returning in the future.

- John, April 2024

Thank you for your wonderful review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. It means a lot to us to host such considerate guests. We're also grateful for how impeccably you left the property. We hope to welcome you back to Willow Brook soon! Andrew & Janine Property Owner
Neil March 2024

“We had a great week staying at Willow Brook.”

The property is lovely, clean and you have everything you need and more. Superb location for exploring Dorset. Thank you for the welcome tray with lots of local items, Andrew & Janice are very friendly and helpful. We have put this on our list to return at some point. Excellent.

- Neil, March 2024

Thank you for choosing Willow Brook for your stay and for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. It really does mean the world to us to know that our guests have enjoyed their time at Willow Brook. It was lovely to meet you and we look forward to welcoming you back in future. Property Owner
Michael March 2024

“Had a great time at Willow Brook - the house was really well decorated and everything we could have needed.”

Andrew was an awesome host, even brought us an umbrella to shelter everyone when unpacking the car as it was hammering down! Very thoughtful welcome package was left with some local produce, and a few essentials that are really handy if you don't bring anything in with you. Would thoroughly recommend and will definitely be back again.

- Michael, March 2024

Thank you, Michael, for sharing such a wonderful review. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and knowing that you had a great experience truly means a lot. We eagerly anticipate your next visit and the opportunity to welcome you again! Andrew & Janine. Property Owner
Sue February 2024

“Highly recommend Willow Brook Barn.”

After, reading the reviews, we decided to book this barn and we are so glad we did.We had a very relaxing stay, the barn was very clean and modern and very quiet. With everything that you would need, the attention to detail impressed us. The flowers, the welcome letter, the table already set for two, the bottle of water and glasses in the bedroom,I could go on.The information booklet that tells you about the barn was very clear and well thought out. One of the best we have seen,the booklet included clear information about recycling, that impressed us. As some properties, we have stayed at dont even recycle! We have stayed at other properties and this has to be one of the best.The welcome tray was great, the bread and cookies were delicious.We loved the private garden area and the sound of the brook.There are a couple of public footpaths just steps away from the barn.We went for a very muddy walk and came back and had a lovely bath,the barn was so nice and cosy to come back to.We met both Andrew and Janine who were on hand if we needed anything.

- Sue, February 2024

Dear Sue, Thank you so much for choosing Willow Brook for your stay and for the time you took to share your kind words in a review. It truly means the world to us to hear that our guests have enjoyed their time here. Your lovely review is greatly appreciated, and it motivates us to continue making Willow Brook a special place for all who visit. We sincerely hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the near future. Should you decide to visit us again, we look forward to making your stay even more memorable. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are deeply thankful for your support. Warmest thanks, Andrew & Janine Property Owner
Paul February 2024

“This was the second time we stayed at Willow Brook Barn and it was just as lovely as we remembered!”

Even the rainy weather didn’t dampen our spirits as we knew at the end of the day we would be going back to the cosy barn. We can’t thank our hosts enough for their welcome, it really is a special place!

- Paul, February 2024

Thank you both for the wonderful review. It was truly a pleasure to welcome you back for another stay. We feel incredibly fortunate to host special guests like you at Willow Brook and sincerely hope you'll visit us again. Property Owner
Philip December 2023

“A very comfortable property within easy access of this charming Dorset village with its thatched cottages, the Royal Oak pub and historic parish church.”

On a (literally) freezing cold winter's day, the warm welcome of an illuminated, dressed Christmas tree together with a most generous hospitality tray containing sundry essential artisan groceries, all combined to put us in the appropriate mood for what was to become a most memorable stay. The spacious, light and airy living room gives onto a modern, well-equipped kitchen. The bathroom, comprising both tub and drench shower etc, is similarly contemporaneous, the whole being well-appointed and tastefully decorated. Our very personable but unintrusive hosts, Andrew & Janine, who occupy the adjacent property, were on hand to answer any queries we may have. Indeed, we look forward to returning, hopefully to better appreciate the surrounding stunning countryside in more clement weather!

- Philip, December 2023

Thank you for taking the time to craft this lovely review and for the very kind words Philip and Andrea. It really does make it all worthwhile to have such lovely feedback and to know you enjoyed your stay despite the ghastly weather! We do hope to see you again, as you say, with better weather as a backdrop to your stay. Thank you also for leaving the property in such wonderful condition on departure. Many thanks, Andrew & Janine. Property Owner
Craig October 2023

“The owner of the property Andrew greeted us on arrival which was a nice touch and there was a small basket of provisions provided which was a really nice touch.”

The property is very modern, clean and welcoming which gave me and my family the half term respite we were looking for. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone and would certainty come back again.

- Craig, October 2023

Craig, Lisa and family - thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Thank you also for leaving the property beautifully on departure and for the very kind gifts you left for us and our children. Hopefully see you all again. Andrew & Janine. Property Owner
Paul October 2023

“We can’t say enough about our stay at Willow Brook Barn.”

Our hosts Andrew & Janine were so helpful and gave us great advice from the best places to walk to a wonderful farm shop (Udder in Gillingham). Nothing was too much trouble. The accommodation can’t be faulted, it was spotlessly clean, very well equipped and what a joy to arrive to the best welcome ‘tray’ we’ve ever seen and fresh flowers in the hall and living room. We hope to go back before too long!

- Paul, October 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review! We very much enjoyed hosting you both and would love to welcome you on another visit. Andrew & Janine. Property Owner
Susan September 2023

“We had a very enjoyable stay at Willow Brook Cottage.”

Andrew the owner gave us a warm welcome on our arrival and assured us if we needed anything, just to give a knock as he and Janine lived next door. It was a pleasant surprise to find a bottle of wine, a loaf of bread, local eggs, local butter, a cookie jar of biscuits and a jar of locally made strawberry jam all laid out on a traditional wooden tray in the kitchen. A bottle of local milk was in the fridge and tea, coffees and sugar were also supplied. Unfortunately we couldn’t enjoy sitting out up on the terrace due to the bad weather at the time, but It would have been very relaxing to hear the babbling brook behind the terrace below. A little gem in the countryside!

- Susan, September 2023

Thank you so much for the lovely review Susan - and for leaving the barn in such immaculate condition! We loved having you here and hope to see you again. Andrew & Janine. Property Owner
Amanda September 2023

“The barn was renovated and presented to a high standard.”

We were welcomed with essentials such as tea, coffee, local butter and eggs not to mention fresh bread. There was a nice bottle of red wine to welcome us also. The home comforts were just what was needed at the end of a busy day exploring and the bathroom has just the right amount of towels for 4 tired adults to use. A beautiful private garden area to sit out on a sunny evening.

- Amanda, September 2023

Wow. Thank you for the lovely feedback Amanda. It was lovely to host you all and we are so glad you brought the fabulous weather with you! Please come again. Andrew & Janine. Property Owner
Helen September 2023

“A beautiful cottage set in a very peaceful location on the edge of a pretty Dorset village.”

The cottage was spotlessly clean and the owners had thought of everything to make our stay comfortable . They even provided some delicious local produce to welcome us We would highly recommend Willow Brook as a base to explore Dorset and the surrounding areas We hope to return there sometime again just to sit and enjoy the peace and quiet in the lovely secluded garden surrounded by birds and squirrels.

- Helen, September 2023

Thank you for the lovely words Helen - it means a lot and makes all the hard work worthwhile. We do hope you will come and stay again. Andrew & Janine. Property Owner

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Summary

Single-storey
Two double bedrooms
Bathroom with bath, freestanding bath, shower over, hand-held shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room
Oil central heating
Electric double oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher
Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking
Garden with patio furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 0.4 miles
Please note: Owners live next door, on site

The property

The living areas consist of a kitchen housing an electric double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and a living/dining room with Smart TV.

There are two double bedrooms serviced by a bathroom.

To the outside is off-road parking and a garden with patio furniture.

WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are included in rent and please note, this is a pet and smoke free property.

Within 0.4 miles there is a shop and pub.

Escape to Willow Brook for a delightful base in Dorset.

Please note, the owners live onsite, next door.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

OKEFORD FITZPAINE

Sturminster Newton 4 miles.

Surrounded by a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the village of Okeford Fitzpaine boasts a local shop and pub, with further shopping facilities at nearby Sturminster Newton. The small market town of Sturminster Newton is set on the banks of the River Stour, reached via a graceful, six arch 15th century bridge, carrying a warning of deportation for those who damage it! The whole area acted as inspiration for the works of Thomas Hardy, who wrote Return of The Native whilst living in the town. The region is dotted with thatched cottages, rural walks, stunning country views, and fascinating towns, such as Sherborne, with its abbey and castle, whilst the beautiful Dorset Heritage coastline is also within easy reach, making this an ideal base all year round!

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a great stay.”

“Had a wonderful stay in this beautiful barn.”

“We chose Willow Brook because of its excellent reviews as a base for our week in Dorset .”

“We had lovely few days at Willow Brook Barn.”

“We chose Willow Brook Barn based on it's location and the previous excellent reviews which we discovered were entirely accurate.”

“The photos do not do this gorgeous house justice.”

“Thank you so much for hosting us Andrew and Janine.”

“Beautifully presented property in a beautiful, peaceful location.”

“This was our first visit to Dorset and Willow Brook was an excellent base for exploring the county.”

“We had a great week staying at Willow Brook.”

“Had a great time at Willow Brook - the house was really well decorated and everything we could have needed.”

“Highly recommend Willow Brook Barn.”

“This was the second time we stayed at Willow Brook Barn and it was just as lovely as we remembered!”

“A very comfortable property within easy access of this charming Dorset village with its thatched cottages, the Royal Oak pub and historic parish church.”

“The owner of the property Andrew greeted us on arrival which was a nice touch and there was a small basket of provisions provided which was a really nice touch.”

“We can’t say enough about our stay at Willow Brook Barn.”

“We had a very enjoyable stay at Willow Brook Cottage.”

“The barn was renovated and presented to a high standard.”

“A beautiful cottage set in a very peaceful location on the edge of a pretty Dorset village.”

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The property

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About the location

OKEFORD FITZPAINE