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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Explore the area
Wroxall, Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Place, Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
1 min walk
Ventnor Downs
Place, Ventnor Downs
12 min walk
Ventnor Beach
Place, Ventnor Beach
6 min drive
Southampton (SOU)
Airport, Southampton (SOU)
84 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs Toilet
Toilet
En-suite 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
En-suite 2
Toilet · Shower only
En-suite 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Luxury 5* Gold & ROSE Award self-catering converted barn, idyllic rural setting
*** Wightlink Generous Discounts Offered *** *** VisitEngland ROSE Award winner 2023 ***
The ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Award celebrates and champions the accommodation businesses across England who go above and beyond to provide excellent customer service, irrespective of their star rating or type of accommodation. Only 100 awards given yearly.
Dairy Barn is a luxury 5* Gold Award 3-bedroom barn conversion in an idyllic rural setting within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (ANOB). A perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the surrounding beauty of St Martin's Down, South Down and Wroxall Down and their associated flora and fauna.
Dairy Barn was built in the 1800s of traditional stone as a dairy parlour but was tastefully converted to a holiday unit in 2005 and since when it has been maintained to a very high standard. With a fully equipped kitchen, sunny lounge, separate dining room and 3 en-suite bedrooms all with King size beds on the first floor, it has everything you will possibly need to relax and enjoy your stay in comfort.
Dairy Barn is located on a 950-acre Aberdeen Angus working farm well known for its conservation both nationally and internationally. Miles of public rights of way criss-cross the all-grassland farm or within a few yards of the property from which you can explore the local countryside on foot or by bike and enjoy the magnificent landscapes the Island has to offer.
Although "hidden away" in such an idyllic and rural location, it is only a short drive away from the popular seaside resorts of Ventnor, Shanklin and Sandown and the many other attractions the Island has to offer.
THE PROPERTY IS ON A WORKING FARM, SO UNFORTUNATELY WE ARE UNABLE ACCEPT CHILDREN UNDER 12 (except babes in arms). It is also not suitable for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues as the bedrooms are all located on the first floor via a stair case with no lift. Please contact our Property Manager, Sally Richards, for further details, or to request a copy of our Access Statement.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No children under 12 years as on a working farm but babes in arms will be accepted. Please contact Property Manager for further details.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ventnor
Located in Ventnor, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Appuldurcombe House and Old St Boniface Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre and Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary. Amazon World Zoo Park and Pirates Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Ventnor Downs - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Ventnor Beach - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Shanklin Station - 8 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 113 min drive
Restaurants
Ocean View Fish & Chips - 4 min drive
The Village Inn - 7 min drive
Plantation Room Café - 7 min drive
The Seapot - 6 min drive
The Crab Shed - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury 5* Gold & ROSE Award self-catering converted barn, idyllic rural setting pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury 5* Gold & ROSE Award self-catering converted barn, idyllic rural setting?
As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury 5* Gold & ROSE Award self-catering converted barn, idyllic rural setting on 6 April 2026 start from NZ$415, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Luxury 5* Gold & ROSE Award self-catering converted barn, idyllic rural setting?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury 5* Gold & ROSE Award self-catering converted barn, idyllic rural setting?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury 5* Gold & ROSE Award self-catering converted barn, idyllic rural setting?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury 5* Gold & ROSE Award self-catering converted barn, idyllic rural setting located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ventnor Downs and Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Appuldurcombe House are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely well appointed house with generous welcome hamper filled with local foods and drink. Soaps and shampoos etc in the bathrooms and cloakroom. Lots to see and do in the local area and our host was superb, communicating well and greeting us the first evening to show us the ropes. A wonderful stay in all respects.
6 of us (3 couples) stayed at Dairy Barn for the Isle of Wight festival. The house was lovely and exactly as advertised. Well equipped throughout, we were very appreciative of the welcome goodies and Sally's excellent communication before and during our stay. We would definitely stay again and would highly recommend to others.
This is a lovely house, very well equipped and comfortable. A great location to explore the whole Island. We really enjoyed our stay, and would highly recommend this property
Sian W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you Sian, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. If ever you wish to return we would love to have you stay again.
One of the best properties I have stayed in. Very well equipped, Sally was very good at communicating and property was quiet but very well placed to go places.
Nicky w.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2024
We loved having Nicky and her family stay at Dairy Barn. Very pleased they enjoyed their stay. Thank you for the kind comments
Dairy Barn lived up to all the good reviews. Very comfortable with every possible thing you could need. It's in a great corner of the Island too, with superb walking from the door but lots of other attractions in easy reach. Very peaceful, and we will certainly hope to return.
This large, comfortable house has everything you need. Sally the property manager
gave us a warm welcome and was at hand if we had any questions.
The weather was very mixed during our stay but there is so much to see and do close
at hand.
We would thoroughly recommend staying here.
A lovely, comfy Barn nestling in beautiful countryside, which at the tome of our visit was a mass of daffodils and primroses. Complete with real Easter bunnies in the spacious adjacent garden. Perfect for an Easter egg hunt. Thanks once again to the DairyBarn
A beautiful,spacious and very well equipped house .
Sally was very helpful during the booking process and left a delicious basket of treats. Many thanks.
Mary S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Perfect guests. Come back and stay a little longer next time.
We had a brilliant week staying at the Dairy Barn, which was gorgeous in every way; with a selection of yummies and drinks as a welcome treat and a fully equipped kitchen where we self catered all week. We used the Barn as a base for exploring this corner of the island on foot and further afield by car. The farm hand showed two of our group around the farm and met some of the cows, which they absolutely loved. It was a brilliant Dairy Barn for a fabulous week.
Thanks for a delightful stay. The Dairy Barn is in a lovely location, beneath Wroxall Down. The property is spacious and very well equipped. Sally the property manager was very helpful. The property is in a very quiet rural location, but is still convenient for Ventnor and everywhere on the island. There are good walks on the Downs starting from the house. Ross, the farm manager, took us for a very interesting tour around the farm where we admired the herd of Aberdeen Angus cattle. And the weather was warm and sunny.
Andrew K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for your review, from Sally and the team.
I wish we could have stayed longer. Three days was not enough. The Dairy Barn was just amazing. Comfortable, close to areas we wanted to explore and so peaceful. We had evening and morning birdsong to lull us to sleep and to wake. There were wonderful paths to follow and explore, beautiful sunsets from the top of the pasture.
Sally and Michael were so kind, leaving a perfect welcome basket. If I could give 10 stars I would. We hope to be back to the Isle of Wight and we will definitely stay again.
Beautiful house just south of Wroxall village on a farm. The house is really comfortable and spacious, with room to relax, spotless living areas, bedrooms and bayhrooms, and a fabulous well equipped kitchen.
We were welcomed by a hamper of local produce, which was much appreciated, and we found everything one could want in the houseto make our stay a success.
Locally we were close to Ventnor, and the road south around the coast which was very scenic.
We visited the Garlic farm, vineyard, and Quarr Abbeyas well as the Needles area, although the weather was too stormy to enjoy it properly!
The grassy area opposite the house looks perfect for hot days, and the courtyard outside was also great for informal lunch or drinks.
Sally and co. have made us very welcome. We loved staying at the Dairy barn, and would highly recommend it.
Ruth B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2024
Thank you for the review. We would love Ruth and family to come back & stay with us. More adventures on the Isle of Wight
Perfect spot to spend a few days in wonderful peace and quiet. Everything you could ever need has been thought of even down to torches at the bedside (it is a rural farm after all) Quality fixtures and furnishings throughout with the kitchen a particular call out. A welcome pack greets you at the door with Sally and Ross on hand for any help you might need.
We had an excellent stay, the house is beautiful and in a very peaceful location. I cannot think how this holiday home could be any better, we loved our week here and wanted for nothing. The house is finished to a very high standard and has everything you will need for an amazing stay. Enjoy!
Peter O.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
We absolutely loved having you stay, perfect guests. Pleased to hear you had everything you needed, including peace and quiet.
Our x2 17 year olds and 13 yr old gave this holiday the thumbs up - they are harsh critics!
Everyone who facilitated our stay made it very straightforward - booking/setting up the cottage for our family, dropping into say hi on arrival, available if required - thanks Sally. Friendly introduction and chat with owners - thanks. Great neighbours with an interest in showing us over the farm - thanks both at the Hay Loft.
Quiet but not isolated. Private, spacious, and well equip with quality products (not tired or rent weary). Close to all activities/beaches.
A real delight. You really won’t be disappointed if you settle on dairy barn for your stay. Enjoy.
It pains me to say that: Dairy Barn and the location were 'Perfect in every-way`.
Please keep this to yourself.
David C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you for the excellent review. We strive to make a stay at Dairy Barn as perfect as we can. We hope you will come back and stay with us again. Perfect guests.
Where do we start... from the moment we arrived to the moment we left we couldn't fault the property. It was so clean, extremely well equipped with everything you could possibly need and spacious yet with a cosy feeling. The garden and surrounding areas were stunning. Sally the host was so friendly and we really appreciated her prompt communication. Lovely touch with the welcome hamper of local produce! Will definitely be back 😊
Miranda C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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