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Which? Recommended Provider for UK Holiday Cottages August 2023 Which? Recommended Providers are companies that are both rated highly by Which? members and meet the high standards of Which? researchers.
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Welcome hamper included
A complimentary welcome hamper is provided on your arrival which includes essentials such as tea, coffee, sugar and milk along with a few extra goodies. Please note that the size and contents of the hamper may vary from property to property and there may be regional and seasonal variances. Sadly we are unable to vary the contents according to preference, or cater for individual dietary requirements.
Starter pack included
A complimentary starter pack will be awaiting you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A complimentarty starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing; Tea, Coffee, Milk and Sugar
A complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A complimentary starter pack is provided on your arrival which includes essentials such as tea, coffee, sugar and milk plus a welcome treat.
A Dorset complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
A Cornish complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing, Tea, Coffee, Fudge, Shortbread, Sugar, Milk, Salt and Pepper.
A Cotswolds complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
An Isle of Wight complimentary starter pack will be awaiting for you on your arrival containing fresh coffee, tea, sugar, fresh milk and biscuits.
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Overall Big Sky Barn was excellent for our requirements. The arrival hamper was a lovely touch. It was very peaceful yet only a mile from the beach and handy for other locations we wanted to visit. Two lovely big beds and two great bathrooms with walk in showers. The garden was enclosed which was great for the dog. It also felt very secure and the outside shower was extremely useful for the dog. There was everything that we needed in the kitchen. My husband took his bike and he was able to keep it in the utility room. The only reason I have given it 4 stars is because the cutlery had seen better days and it was not nice to eat from. A modern, stainless steel set would be worth investing in. Also we noticed that most of the light fittings needed a good dust and had a collection of cobwebs on them. Outside the patio furniture was horrible modern, uncomfortable plastic chairs. Investing in a nice rattan or wooden patio set would make sitting outside much more appealing . Despite these few negative comments on issues that can be resolved, we had a great holiday.
Great accommodation. Spotless. Wonderful welcome hamper. Lovely enclosed garden ideal for our dog. No shortage of anything you may need while you’re away from home.
It was clean and smart, lovely location lovely conversion and the hostess was very friendly and helpful
Everything great; super hosts, v quiet, very comfortable beds, underfloor heating, short drive to super sandy beaches. Dog friendly. Thank you!
Absolutely superb - a hidden gem! Excellent standard throughout with great attention to detail regarding quality and comfort Fabulous location, close to many beaches. Would highly recommend.
Great Barn very comfortable lovely setting. We found the shower rooms lacking towel hanging, One of the rooms with a single sink and just a window sill. Trying to dry towels wasn’t easy.
A fantastic property, lovely host and in a super location. We had a wonderful 3 nights there
A lovely hamper on arrival and a truly beautiful cottage for our weeks holiday. Amazing views across open countryside and a lovely well fenced dog safe paddock for my dog to run in. Lots of walks close by and can even walk to the beach. The barn was very comfortable and well decorated. We had an amazing week. Thank you Tracey.
Complete Perfection. We booked both barns for a family celebration and it couldn’t have been any more incredible. Both barns were stunning, they have been finished to the highest spec with beautiful outdoor space for the kids to play and have a BBQ. Tracey and her husband went above and beyond what was required as hosts. The welcome package is a lovely addition on arrival so you don’t need to rush to the shops. Tracey gave us lots of recommendations on where to go and we took her advice, it really was the perfect stay. Before we left we made sure we booked for next year!!
Lovely bright and modern interior. Very clean with everything you need. brilliant location and hosts so welcoming and helpful. If I had to say one thing negative that would be it could do with a freezer maybe in the cupboard where hoover was as not everyone eats out snd you don’t want to keep going shopping. Brilliant for dogs nice secure areas. Little patio area was sun trap even when windy was lovely and warm perfect for your afternoon beer or g&t
The barn was beautiful Things to remember the door locks automatically so make sure you have the key on your person....we got locked out and had to ring the very helpfully owner The lounge has a very large window with no curtain, when we visited the weather was cold and we found the lounge cold on an evening and you are not able to adjust the heating The furniture did suit the style of the accommodation, however the sofa seating was extremely low and not “higher” seating was available......perhaps need a couple of easy chairs that offer a different height option Overall the cottage was well equipped and very clean
we were a party of 4 with a dog. We really liked the open plan space and the barn was well placed for walks including one straight from the door. The kitchen was very well equipped; great to cook in. Also liked the fact that you have a tap with hose available to clean the dog : )
Lovely location and property. Friendly owners and nice welcome hamper on arrival. Will visit again
It was exactly as it looked on the pictures, really lovely finish, left lovely hamper of food. Kitchen worked perfectly. Warm, cosy etc. The one suggestion I'd have to improve would be some softer towels... otherwise really good.
We had a lovely few days at the Big Sky Barn. It is well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay and the barn itself is beautiful with good furnishings. The location is good being close to beaches and a range of places of interest. Restaurants in close proximity, the Gunton Arms and the Ingram Swan are well worth a visit for foodies.
Beautiful barn conversion, extremely well equipped. The food hamper was excellent, and catered for our allergies - many thanks Tracey. Just a couple of very minor negatives - could do with better signage for night time arrivals; settees are rather low for those with arthritis.
Super accommodation, everything you need .comfortable beds. Nice to have a big TV in the living room. Only thing wrong tiny fridge, no freezer.
We had a very enjoyable time - property cosy and were well looked after if we came up against any queries we had via TV (very modern) for us! We will be recommending it to our friends.
The big sky barn was a beautifully restored, very comfortable stay. with everything that you needed. The hosts were fab with a very nice hamper, fresh cake and flowers. The surroundings of the barn were very nice and quiet. We loved our stay and will be recommending to friends and family.
Excellent place to stay very clean warm and comfortable. Lovely home made cake on arrival.
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