It's not every day that you get to stay on a movie set. Merry Hill Barn was featured in the 2015 film "Far From the Madding Crowd," which was based on Thomas Hardy's novel of the same name. Since then, it has been entirely refurbished, with many modern luxuries and amenities, such as Bosch appliances in the kitchen and a 65" flat screen Freesat television in the sitting room. Although there is a sense of the original country dwelling, with exposed stone walls and original beams, Merry Hill Barn cleverly combines comfort, traditional features, and modern style, as well as cosy underfloor heating throughout. Just across the fields are a pub, farm shop and café, and within easy reach are the pretty Dorset villages of Portesham, Abbotsbury and Langton Herring.
What is the capacity for Merry Hill Barn?
Sleeps six guests (maximum four adults). One bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom, one bedroom with double bed and en-suite shower room and a children's bedroom with bunk beds and en-suite shower room. One well behaved dog welcome (£30 charge per week).
What can guests enjoy when staying in the Weymouth area?
Abbotsbury, a nearby village, has a variety of shops and visitor attractions, including the Swannery and the Children's Farm. If you're bringing the kids, Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park allows them to spend the day pretending to be a pirate or a mermaid while learning about the magical creatures that live off the southern coast. At Merry Hill Barn, you're never far from the sea. The Jurassic Coast is well-known for being one of the best places in the world to find prehistoric fossils and evidence.
Where can guests enjoy food and drink?
Nearby is Burton Bradstock's Hive Beach, which has a café serving fresh local seafood and home-baked cakes. Dorchester, the county town, is only a 20-minute drive away, with its many restaurants and cafes.
