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Bowden Farm The Milking Shed

Kington Magna, near Shaftesbury, Dorset
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Barn conversion property sleeping six guests
  • Spacious accommodation with enclosed garden and patio seating area
  • Rural location within the owners' 13 acres of land
Property code: OC-BOWMI

This property enjoys an idyllic location on the owners' land in North Dorset, close to the border with Somerset. The surrounding countryside is perfect for country walks and cycle rides, especially with the Cranbourne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the edge of which is just six miles to the east of the property. A few miles away, the town of Shaftesbury will be instantly recognisable to many, particularly the town’s steep, cobbled street Gold Hill also known as Hovis Hill, due to its role in the nostalgic TV adverts. The town of Bruton also makes a great place for a day trip, and has become somewhat of a magnet for young fashionable day-trippers, thanks to its world-class art gallery, upmarket eateries, and chic bars. Other places of interest in the area include Longleat Safari Park, Glastonbury Abbey, and the Fleet Air Arm Museum.

This barn conversion property is one of three at this location and offers spacious accommodation for six guests. The large lounge is the main social space in the property and has two comfortable sofas, a wood burner-effect electric fire, a TV/DVD, and French windows which open out onto the property’s enclosed garden. The kitchen/diner is just as generously-sized as the lounge and again, has patio doors which allow guests to open this space onto the garden. There is a dining table in this room alongside the cooking equipment and appliances which include an oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. One of the property’s three bedroom is also located on the ground floor, a pleasant king-size room which is located conveniently next to the bathroom which offers a shower-over-bath and WC. Upstairs, there are two further bedrooms, one of these is another king-size room, this time benefitting from an en-suite shower room with shower and WC. The third bedroom is a twin room.

Outside, there is an enclosed garden to the rear of the property which is mainly set to lawn, with a patioed seating area offering a table and chairs, making it great for alfresco dining. There is plenty of parking available.

  • 3 bedrooms - 2 king-size (1 on the ground floor), and 1 twin
  • 2 Bathrooms - 1 with shower-over-bath and WC on the ground floor, 1 en-suite shower room with WC to the first-floor king-size room
  • TV/DVD Wi-Fi included
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer
  • Stairgate available
  • Ample parking within a shared courtyard close to the property
  • Shops 3 miles, pub 1.5 miles, beach 35 miles
  • Regret Cat's not allowed in property
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Anna Lowe

This property is personally managed by Anna.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 33 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lorraine 24th May 2026

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Beautiful stay and wonderful property

Reviewed by Alan 26th April 2026

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Very Lovely Cottage and quite location for relaxing.

Reviewed by David 13th March 2026

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Warm, comfortable and spacious accommodation Would definitely stay again as great location to cover Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset Week wasnt long enough

Reviewed by Nigel 21st February 2026

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Reviewed by Steve 6th December 2025

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Really easy to find,but equally lovely and out of the way. It was very comfortable,spacious and extremely well equipped.The heating was on and easy to work,plenty of parking and a complementary bottle of wine in the fridge! I would highly recommend this property.

Reviewed by Paula 26th November 2025

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Fab place - loads of room. Beautiful views.

Reviewed by Mandy 27th September 2025

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Stayed at milking shed this was our 3rd visit it is truly a wonderful cottage. Everything is there that you could possibly need . A really big kitchen ,upstairs bedroom as a king-size bed that is so comfy I didn't want to get up en-suite has a fantastic power shower . Dogs can play in garden safe and secure . So peaceful and was able to watch some Read morebeautiful sun rises from upstairs sky lites . Explored the local area and even went to Devon a lovely week and will definitely be back. Hide

Reviewed by Chris 13th September 2025

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Another great stay at The Milking Shed (our 3rd visit). Beds comfy, showers great and peaceful location. Great garden and fields for our dog. Would definitely recommend

Reviewed by David 6th September 2025

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This property is a delight and provide us with a very relaxed and enjoyable week. The local countryside is picturesque and nearby town can provide all your necessary services. The location is also a great base for exploring nearby towns and cities. We had a great time visiting Salisbury, Shaftesbury and Glastonbury. We highly recommend this propertRead morey. Hide

Reviewed by Robert 30th August 2025

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Reviewed by Jane 16th August 2025

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Reviewed by Michelle 26th July 2025

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Fabulous cottage in a great location. Thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet. My second vist and would absolutely book again.

Reviewed by Juliet 5th July 2025

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Beautiful cottage, loads of space inside very nice bedrooms comfy beds, well equipped kitchen. Garden nice and secure for kids or dog lots of places to walk from the cottage.

Reviewed by Julie 14th June 2025

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My family stayed at Bowden Farm in the Milking Shed, for a week in June and had a lovely time. It was so quiet & relaxing we also had great sunny weather. It's in a beautiful location. It was very clean & had a kitchen with plenty of utensils. The beds were sooo comfortable. Dave the owner has a collection of carts, which my mum & brother wanted toRead more see. They really enjoyed it. He told them all about their history & the local area The enclosed garden was safe & our 2 cockapoos loved it. Hide

Reviewed by Alexandra 25th May 2025

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We had a wonderful week away, staying in the 'Milking Shed'. Although the owners were also away on holiday, they ensured we knew everything we needed to and gave us an alternative contact should we need assistance. The accommodation is fabulous: three good bedrooms, all with comfortable beds, a large kitchen diner area with all you needed to preparRead moree meals, and a comfortable lounge where we mostly played board games. The garden was great for our GSD Bonnie, and the location was perfect. Hide

Reviewed by Mary 10th May 2025

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Excellent accommodation, very peaceful to sit in the garden,very central to visit a lot of interesting places. Thank you Dave for showing and talking to us about your collection of horse wagons. Thank you also for the wine and biscuits

Reviewed by Graham 3rd May 2025

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Reviewed by Colin 12th April 2025

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We had a very enjoyable stay and will book again in the future. Home from home relaxing experience with amazing views. The property was larger inside than anticipated but still had a cost feel.

Reviewed by P 26th March 2025

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An awesome property -impeccably presented very nicely furnished and very well equipped.It is a very comfortable home from home -we lacked nothing.The property is ideally situated in lovely open countryside and nicely placed for exploring South Somerset and North Dorset..

Reviewed by David 19th February 2025

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Clean ,bright, comfortable and well equipped

Reviewed by Polly 21st December 2024

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We thought the accommodation was cosy, well presented and easy to live in! Our hosts were nearby, but we had no reason to disturb them, as we found everything we needed.

Reviewed by David 10th November 2024

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This was our third stay and we loved the accommodation and surrounding area more than ever. Peaceful, comfortable accommodation and great garden for our dogs.

Reviewed by Alex 29th October 2024

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Lovely quiet spot in rural Dorset , central to most town and beauty spots Would definitely stay here again

Reviewed by Mandy 5th October 2024

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Really great beds! Slept very good, in spite of my back problems. Beautiful location and a very well equiped house. The best we stayed in for years.

Reviewed by Kerry Grace 28th September 2024

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The Milking Shed was perfect for us! Lots of space inside for people & dog. Lovely garden, with the bonus of 2 fields for extra running space. Having a downstairs double was fab as it provided options for my parents (they opted for the en suite which suited them well). Massive kitchen-dining room which had everything we needed. Location was good foRead morer visiting locations we had never been to before. Didn't want to come home as it was so peaceful. Loads of wildlife around to watch too. Hide

Reviewed by David 14th September 2024

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Love Bowden Farm it is a lovely homely cottage/milking shed with the most wonderful views. The cottage is peaceful and spacious and is in the perfect locations. My small wee dogs loved the garden and especially enjoyed the absence of cats ;) . The kitchen is well equipped and we even enjoyed a few home cooked meals including a full on roast dinner,Read more everything was there. We've been before and no doubt we will visit again. Hide

Reviewed by Chris 7th September 2024

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This was our 2nd time at The Milking Shed and we were not disappointed. The accommodation is spacious and clean and the garden and fields were great for our Cocker Spaniel. I would definitely recommend this place for a perfect stay in Dorset

Reviewed by Michelle 24th August 2024

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The Milking shed is a lovely cottage, very comfortable for 6 adults and a dog. We had great weather so was able to relax & enjoy the garden, very peaceful surrounded by countryside.

Reviewed by Barry 3rd August 2024

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We had such a lovely stay! The cottage was so spacious, the photos do not do it justice! Everything we could possibly need was provided. Such a tranquil area. The hosts were so lovely and attentive and even left us a bottle of wine and some biscuits which was a very thoughtful touch which we appreciated a lot. There were lots of leaflets for diningRead more and activity recommendations which was really helpful. We would definitely recommend this cottage and would love to return for another holiday! Hide

Reviewed by George 29th June 2024

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A lovely cottage, clean and well maintained, the kitchen looked almost new. This was our second visit and we would happily stay again. Shaftesbury and Sherborne within easy reach, as is a host of other destinations slightly further afield. Kitchen fully equipped with everything possible you might need. Nice private outdoor patio, spacious parking. Read moreGood restaurants within easy reach. Hide

Reviewed by Annette 22nd June 2024

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Just returned from a fantastic stay at The Milking Shed. Its a beautiful cottage that is very well equipped, extremely clean and well maintained. The owners are very welcoming and friendly and on hand if you do need anything. Its really peaceful and relaxing with the added bonus of an enclosed large lawned garden which the dogs thoroughly enjoyed. Read moreWould definitely recommend The Kings Arms in East Stour especially for their Sunday carvery. Definitely wouldnt hesitate in staying here again. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 14th June 2024

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The cottage is very comfortable and spacious. Fully equipped for a lovely relaxing holiday

Reviewed by Alison 7th June 2024

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Beautiful cottage, clean & well maintained, friendly host & a lovely welcome. Very spacious even with 6 adults over the weekend we still enough room. We wanted somewhere quiet to take the time to enjoy a slower pace of life, walk the dog & a spot of lunch. This was exactly what we got. Once you've negotiated the narrow country roads there are some Read morelovely places to eat close by. I can recommend The Udder Farm Shop, The Old Brewery Cafe & Thorngrove Garden Centre. Wouldn't hesitate to stay again. Hide

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