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Reviews of The Tool Shed

The Barn House, Gussage St.Michael, Wimborne Minster, BH21 5JE, United Kingdom

#1 of 20 vacation rentals in Wimborne Minster

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Review Score

Based on 123 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free Wifi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: September 2, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The Toolshed was spotlessly clean, very comfortable - the bed in particular was super-comfy - and in general it was well equipped. Breakfast items provided were varied and of good quality. David (the host) was exceptionally helpful and helped make our stay very pleasant.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    Perfect, thank you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    A lovely quiet location. Perfect for the wedding we were attending at St Giles House nearby. David was the perfect host and Flynn the Labrador bought his toy to show us…….

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    10
    High class furnishings/GORGEOUS stay😀
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    VERY LITTLE TO BE FARE...husband would have preferred a 2 ring hotplate (was a single) to prepare a simple meal on or you have to cook a steak then fry tomatoes mushrooms chips all separately....for frying food....there was a combi 'do it all' Microwave/oven .....if you have time to work out how to use it...! A full length mirror would be cherry on cake✅️👌 Apart from our personal taste ...it was high quality....gorgeousness 😀 And not forgetting their cute Labrador dog that visited us each day with his toy to play....ADORABLE 😀🤗🐕

    'Everything'...high quality furnishings/kitchen equipment... Lovely comfortable large double bed... Real flowers in vase on table... Was left fresh milk /orange juice/ 2 yogurts/2 croissants/a fresh 'Tin' loaf of bread..pot of butter pats...selection of lil jars of Jams Marmalade Honey..Tea/Coffee Fresh coffee in cupboard..box of eggs....sweeteners and sugar..told could pick fruit on trees.....BEAUTIFUL Barn conversion...main house and grounds and car park really spectacular .....

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    10
    Excellent property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing, beautiful and so comfortable. David was very friendly,helpful and informative. Beautiful area to explore would love to stay again.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    10
    Friendly hosts, clean and secluded
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    TV on the smaller side but fully functional.

    The hosts were very welcoming and attentive. The accommodation had all the necessities inc a BBQ and sun loungers and the hosts prepared a lovely welcome package of bread, croissants, milk and OJ etc.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything. Spotless, decorated and furnished to an excellent standard. Host is charming.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2025

    10
    A lovely peaceful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Spacious, well appointed accommodation. Very comfortable and clean. In an amazing location - very peaceful with beautiful views. A lovely walk from the Toolshed , we saw hares, deer, partridge and other birds.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2025

    10
    Such a peaceful and enjoyable stay. Only regret was that we couldn’t stay longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful setting Clean, comfortable, and spacious So peaceful

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.Apart from Flynn the dog failed to show up!

    Excellent would thoroughly recommend. Clean comfortable and well equipped.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2025

    10
    Nature and relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had a fantastic stay and really enjoyed it! Beautiful scenery, close to nature, perfect relax. Thank you very much for looking after us.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Outstanding location. Beautiful surroundings. Fabulous cottage, called a Tool Shed!! 😅 David is a friendly, welcoming and helpful host, ably assisted by the over energetic bouncy and very pleased to see you Flynn, the golden labrador.....make sure you've warmed up your throwing arm!!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2025

    10
    Would definately stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautifully done up, clean and tidy. The hosts were amazing and Flynn the dog is a little star

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The shower could do with upgrading and a full length mirror would have been helpful!

    Excellent location for a wedding at Chettle Lodge. The communication was excellent and the property was just what we wanted. Very clean, comfortable and has lots of extra touches that we appreciated. We had croissants, milk, orange juice. A selection of tea and coffee. We really enjoyed the log burner too!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent location, friendly host.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    the owner was very friendly. the property warm and very spacious for us as a couple. COmfortable bed, log burner, excellent breakfast

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2025

    10
    Fabulous relaxing property and location. Great hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nit picking really - the shower is functional but it would enhance the stay even more if it was improved.

    Location, Excellent and charming property and the hosts too. Birds galore singing away. The dog (Flynn) also a great character.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2025

    10
    Had a wonderful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The shower was a little poor

    10 out 10 superb property and location, very clean and comfortable

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    9.0
    Peaceful and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing - everything was as we liked it

    Lovely location, peaceful and good size, well furnished rooms. A warm welcome. Highly recommend

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    If you could find a way to stop my wife from snoring it would have been beyond excellent!!!!!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2025

    10
    Exceptional property set in a lovely countryside location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing - it was perfect!

    Wonderful property with beautiful countryside views and set in a quiet peaceful location with just the sound of bird song in the mornings. Very well equipped throughout and with a really comfy lovely bed! The hosts were excellent and very helpful always responding quickly. The continental breakfast was a nice touch.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: December 23, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing.

    The hosts were incredible, location out of this world, and facilities second to none. They provided a vegan friendly breakfast and really went above and beyond. I am staying here again as soon as I can and if you're looking for a peaceful break in exceptional countryside then this is the place for you.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 23, 2024

    10
    Everything we were looking for, for a quiet retreat in a beautiful area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing could have been better. We were attending a wedding, so perhaps a full-length mirror somewhere might be useful, but not at all essential for a regular break.

    Everything was top quality...Furnishings, facilities, linen and towels were great. Breakfast ingredients were excellent and generous. The bed was warm and comfortable. The rural outlook was to our liking, wide open space, with plenty of birdlife. The hosts were friendly, very helpful, and discrete. Parking was easy, and right next to the accommodation. Only able to stay for one night, but would have liked to stay longer, and better explore the area.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved our stay couldn’t fault a thing will definitely be going back

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2024

    10
    An excellent location and lovely property - enhanced by the warmest of welcomes and starriest nights
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing!

    Amazing location, property and hosts! Highly recommended as a get away at any time of year! Super continental breakfast, coffee and tea equipment and all the accoutrements for woodburning stove etc. David and Tracey are superlative hosts and set a very high standard for hospitality indeed.

    Stayed in November 2024

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