Purchases Barn

Combe St Nicholas, Somerset

An eight sleeper near Chard with a rolling lawn enclosed by fence and hedging, two dogs welcome and long views off the terrace.

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A rolling lawn enclosed by fence and hedging, with expansive views over it. Purchases Barn at Combe St Nicholas has four bedrooms for eight people and takes two dogs, and the garden is the reason to look at it.

Enclosed by hedging rather than walled means a dog gets cover and boundary at once, and a lawn on this scale is closer to a paddock than a garden. This is the far south of the county near the Devon and Dorset borders, and the named walking is a drive: Ham Hill Country Park is eleven miles with an eight from us and Muchelney Abbey ten and a half. What is immediately outside is Blackdown Hills farmland, quiet lanes and footpaths that nobody has bothered to write up.

Fourteen guest ratings. Two dogs across eight people. This is a house for a group that wants space, a large secure lawn and long views rather than a coastline or a famous walk, and on those terms it delivers more garden than anything else at the price.

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from £1,113 for 7 nights

Purchases Barn takes 2 dogs and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.

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At a Glance

Dogs Welcome: 2 dogs
Enclosed Garden: Yes; With garden furniture expansive views and a rolling lawn enclosed by a fence and hedging this is the ideal spot to rest and relax
Sleeps: 8 guests
Rooms: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Price: from £1,113 / 7 nights
Grading: 4 star
Arrival: in from 16:00, out by 10:00
Facilities: Hot tub, Open fire, Parking, Wifi

Purchases Barn from £1,113 for 7 nights

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Purchases Barn dog friendly?
Yes, Purchases Barn welcomes up to two dogs. The real draw for dog owners is the garden — a large rolling lawn enclosed by fence and hedging that functions more like a paddock than a typical holiday cottage garden, with long views across the Somerset countryside.
Are dogs allowed at Purchases Barn year round?
The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions on dogs, but we'd recommend confirming directly with the owner when you book, particularly if you're planning a visit during busier periods.
What should I know before visiting Purchases Barn with my dog?
The garden is securely enclosed by a combination of fence and hedging, giving dogs both a clear boundary and some natural cover to explore — it's genuinely spacious. Beyond the garden, you're in Blackdown Hills farmland with quiet lanes and footpaths on the doorstep, though the bigger named walks like Ham Hill Country Park are around eleven miles away and will need a short drive. The property sleeps eight across four bedrooms, so it suits a group rather than a couple, and the two-dog allowance applies across the whole party.