Artist’s Creative Hideaway & Sauna

Barn in Dorset, United Kingdom

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bathroom
Hosted by Beverley
  1. Superhost
  2. 3 years hosting

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1-hour drive to New Forest National Park

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Beautiful, inspiring, and peaceful, Arthouse is a place to escape. This converted art studio in West Dorset is close to Chesil Beach and the Jurassic Coast. It is surrounded by wildflowers and features contemporary art and sculptures by artists Rouwen and Reeve.

The space is complemented by mid-century modern furnishings, high ceilings, and exposed beams. All doors open to a private patio and a naturalistic garden.

The Sauna, located in the gravel garden looks out onto sculptures and plants.

The space
The Arthouse, carefully curated and designed to reflect the living space of artists Rouwen and Reeve, combines their artworks with hand-made and vintage ceramics, furniture, and soft furnishings.

The open-plan, well-equipped kitchen and dining area have plenty of space for preparing meals. Three steps up to the sitting area, you find an olive green velvet sofa, mid-century modern furniture, and distinctive artisan soft furnishings designed to create a contemporary yet cosy feel. A television, hi-fi and turntable, and a selection of vinyls, books, magazines, and board games are available for your entertainment.

Stepping from the kitchen and dining area, you'll discover a spacious, airy bedroom with a king-size bed and a walk-in wet room with shower, hand basin, and WC. The bedroom opens onto a gravelled path overlooking flowerbeds, allowing natural light and fresh air to fill the room.

The private patio features a table with chairs, two Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a parasol, creating a tranquil outdoor space.

For a cosy night under the stars, sit around the fire pit with a blanket and enjoy listening to a selection of vinyl records. Wood and fire lighters are available in the kitchen.

A traditional outdoor sauna with a changing room and an outside cold shower overlooks a gravel garden at the back of the property. Two Adirondack chairs are available to relax in after your sauna.

The owner's contemporary art studio at the back of the property is available as a workspace for artists/creatives. The spacious renovated barn offers ample natural light. Please note that you will need to bring your own art materials. This space is shared with the artist-owners and is available upon request.

The informally designed garden includes wild flowers, perennials, grasses, and herbs. It is left uncut throughout the winter to provide natural shelter and food sources for wildlife, creating a beautiful scene, especially when covered in frost. Please note that the garden is cut-back in March.

The Arthouse is a versatile base for exploring the beauty of West Dorset and a quiet space for R & R.

Guest access
Entire living space
Private courtyard garden
Private access & parking
Private Sauna
Art studio workspace shared with owners & upon request.

Other things to note
Sauna: The traditional outdoor sauna is electric and has a changing room. There is a cold shower outside on the side of the sauna. Located at the back of the property, it overlooks a gravel garden. The sauna is at your disposal during your entire stay and is for private use, with your privacy guaranteed.

The garden is cut-back in March.

Products: In the bathroom and kitchen, you will find Neal's Yard vegan and cruelty-free body washes with essential oils, as well as ethically sourced and environmentally friendly cleaning products. Ne
Waste is composted and recycled.

Sound: A cable connects to the hifi for streaming from your laptop or phone.

Studio visit: We really enjoy welcoming guests into our art studio where there are prints, paintings and sculptures from past and current exhibitions to view, along with samples from our hand printed wallpaper. We are not always around so please check beforehand to arrange a suitable time to visit.

Sustainable: The Arthouse is a sympathetic barn conversion with sustainability at its heart. Furnishings are vintage finds mainly from Bridport, Dorchester and Poole.

Cycle: West Dorset is excellent (& a bit hilly) for cyclists. We are keen cyclists and know our local area well. There is a secure bike shed for storage.

Please note: due to steps, low level artworks and ceramics, the space is not suitable for infants and young children. We do not allow pets.

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What this place offers

Garden view
Courtyard view
Kitchen
Wifi – 12 Mbps
Dedicated workspace

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 115 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Dorset, England, United Kingdom

Neighbourhood highlights

Kingston Russell lies in a secluded valley close to Bridport, Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.

Meet your host

Superhost
115 reviews
5.0 out of 5 average rating
3 years of hosting
Born in the 60s
My work: Artist.
You will most likely find me working in the art studio with my partner Doug, a ceramicist, who makes sculptures and good curries. I also love gardening with a naturalistic style - aiming for a nature-friendly, wild and resilient garden. We have recently rewilded our meadow and it was a joy to find orchids this year. We both enjoy food, music, cycling, long-walks and meeting up with friends. I have two sons and an ever-growing family.

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Co-Hosts

  • Douglas

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 15:00
Checkout before 11:00
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Not suitable for children and infants