• Grade II listed 18th century thatched stone barn +
• Favoured village location in the heart of West Stafford +
• Impressive vaulted reception room with exposed beams +
• Flexible layout with four ground floor bedrooms +
• Westerly-facing garden and off-road parking +

Barton Barn is a fine 18th century Grade II listed thatched stone barn set in the heart of the quiet Dorset village of West Stafford, deep within Hardy country. Steeped in history, this is a home that makes an immediate impression, combining scale, character and versatility in equal measure.

Set behind double wrought iron gates, a driveway provides parking for several vehicles. A generous porch leads through to the welcoming ENTRANCE HALL which immediately sets the tone. Discreetly positioned to one side is a cloakroom fitted with wash hand basin and W.C.

The open plan SITTING/DINING ROOM is undoubtedly the showpiece. Vast in scale and dominated by original half cruck oak beams, it retains the atmosphere of a medieval hall yet remains warm and inviting. Windows to three aspects draw in natural light, while the sitting area is centred around a fireplace with electric wood burning stove. Quarry tiled flooring enhances the barn aesthetic and a door provides direct access to the garden. A solid wooden staircase rises to the first floor. This impressive room has been perfectly suited to entertaining on a grand scale and has hosted numerous social and cultural events.

The KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM is bright and characterful, fitted with farmhouse style wall and floor mounted units with wooden worksurfaces and an inset double sink with drainer. There is space for a Rangemaster ™ cooker, fridge/freezer and space and plumbing for a washing machine. Exposed beams and original flagstones sit comfortably alongside modern convenience, and there is ample room for a breakfast table. Fully glazed double barn doors open directly onto the garden, seamlessly connecting the space with the outdoors.

The ground floor layout offers excellent flexibility with four bedrooms forming a guest wing. BEDROOM TWO is a generous double with an ensuite bathroom fitted with slipper clawfoot bath, pedestal wash hand basin and W.C. BEDROOM THREE is also a double with bespoke fitted wardrobes and an ensuite comprising panelled bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and W.C. BEDROOM FOUR is positioned to the front and enjoys easy access to the shower room fitted with corner shower cubicle, wash hand basin and W.C. BEDROOM FIVE is a single room offering versatility as a home office or hobby room.

Venturing upstairs, the first-floor landing opens into a substantial principal reception area with exposed beams, providing space for a reading corner and home office. Double wooden doors lead into the PRINCIPAL BEDROOM, a generous double with vaulted ceilings, exposed timbers and built in wardrobes. An ensuite bathroom serves this level, fitted with a panelled bath, wash hand basin and W.C.