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Overview of Countryside Retreat/Panoramic Picturesque Views

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

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Chippenham, Wiltshire
  • Popular LocationRoyal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall12 min drive
  • Popular LocationCastle Combe Circuit16 min drive
  • Popular LocationLacock Abbey17 min drive
  • AirportBristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Countryside Retreat/Panoramic Picturesque Views

Perfect for a romantic getaway, friends meeting up from different parts of the UK or those who are touring across the UK.

We have a fantastic central location. Set within a beautiful Grade II Listed Farm, the Barn is very private and here you will enjoy the peace and quite of the countryside.

Major Cities - Are less than 100 miles from us

- London is less than 90 miles away (book in advance & get the fast train
from London Paddington for around £40 trn)
- Bath - 25 Miles
1 x Stop on the Train from Chippenham (the station is 12 minutes from us)
£6 rtn & 10 minutes on the train) and £3.50 all day parking
- Bristol - See the Historic Docks, have a coffee in Clifton (2 stops on the
Train - £10 rtn & 20 minuites away by Train
- Birmingham - 87 Miles Away
- Cardiff - 60 Miles Away
- Southampton - 75 Miles Away

Villages/Cotswolds/ & Local Attractions

- We are very well located to reach Wiltshire's/Cotswold's Honeycombe Villiages, Sites & Historic attractions. Please see a list of some of these and their distance from the Farm in the "other details to note" section of our listing.

We will send you a comprehensive list of these and many more attractions and sights on booking with us and are very happy to help with any queries you may have.

The Barn is detached & fully self-contained on the outskirts of the farm buildings and the Grade II listed Cotswold Farmhouse. With beautiful panoramic views of the countryside with grazing horses and Duke the resident lama (who is becoming quite famous & loves an apple and a Selfie)!

This lovingly restored and modernised Barn comes complete with two private patio areas that catch the morning and evening sun. The Kitchen is South Facing and has floor to Ceiling Patio Doors that open onto a sunny terrace. With an outdoor setting which seats 6 people.

While you will catch the morning sun on the terrace leading directly out from the Bedrooms. Which has a lovley view of pasture, horses, hills and a garden pond. If your lucky you might spot our resident Little Owls who reside in the trees nearby.

It is ideal for a break in the Wiltshire countryside throughout the seasons.

The large open plan Kitchen Dining Room affords lovely views over the farm and offers all you require for a self -catering break including an electric induction hob, electric oven, dishwasher, large fridge freezer, cookware and Nespresso Coffee Machine. The dining area has a table and chairs for six.

Floor to ceiling glass windows afford stunning panoramic views of the countryside and open out directly from the kitchen onto the terrace.

A lounge area has two comfortable leather sofas and a TV providing a cosy area to settle down for the evening to enjoy a movie or two via Netflix or Amazon Prime. With an excellent and unlimited WIFI connection.

There are two bedrooms, the master has a King-size four poster pencil bed from And so to Bed in Knightsbridge Chelsea and have a comfortable nights rest on a 2000 coil spring mattress. There is also a beautiful antique wardrobe and stunning views of the countryside.

The second bedroom has a beautiful traditional period designed brass double bed with high quality Sealy Spring Coil Mattress to ensure a good night’s sleep. Again with beautiful views.

The Bathroom is fully tiled with very large walk in Grohe Rain Shower.

Come and meet us, our dogs, horses and Resident friendly Lama Duke (in exchange for an apple he will be your friend for life)! We are sure you will love this idyllic country retreat in the heart of Wiltshire.

Property manager

Katrina Forrester & Huw Evans

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Chippenham

Located in Chippenham, this vacation home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Cotswold Country Park and Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hardenhuish Park or Castle Combe Circuit. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chippenham, Wiltshire

What's nearby

  • Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall - 12 min drive
  • Malmesbury Abbey - 14 min drive
  • Castle Combe Circuit - 16 min drive
  • Lacock Abbey - 17 min drive
  • Bowood Garden - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Chippenham Station - 16 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Three Crowns Brinkworth - 7 min drive
  • Stanton Manor Hotel Chippenham - 9 min drive
  • Rose & Crown - 13 min drive
  • Rose & Crown - 12 min drive
  • The Bug and Spider - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Countryside Retreat/Panoramic Picturesque Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane T., Brisbane Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property
A great property in a super location. The conversion of old farm buildings has been lovingly done by the owners who have kept the character whilst creating a comfortable and contemporary holiday space. Hosts Katrina and Huw went out of their way to help make our stay enjoyable whilst also giving us space and privacy. Spotlessly clean, well equipped and peaceful property. Would recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in a Great location
Very easy and smooth with very helpful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gemma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
Had a wonderful stay, the owners were lovely people and very helpful. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Katrina Forrester & Huw Evans

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Hi,

Originally from Australia (Britt Parents from Stoke-on-Trent still live in OZ) my husband Huw and I stumbled across this derelict farm and just fell in love. Perhaps the massive specimen Red River Gum at the end of the driveway was a sign with the Cotswold Stone and just the warm feeling the place gave us as generations before us really put their heart and soul into the buildings and we are so lucky that all or the original buildings remain in situ. There are thirteen barns in total.

When we found her 12 years ago she was a skeleton of her former self and and we could not even see the outbuildings when we brought the place. They were covered in vines and scrap metal was all over the place.
A JCB was here for two weeks just clearing what we could not do ourselves!

So we set up home in a mobile home (for 5 years) now the mess is cleared and she is finally returning to her former beauty.

We are sure you will love the farm as much as we do and its our ambition to restore her fully and to share this wonderful place with others for generations to come.

We share the farm with a lama (Duke who loves selfies), a shetland, horses and 4 dogs.

Look forward to meeting you, Best Katrina

Why they chose this property

There is evidence of medieval farming - one of our fields is Grade II Listed as there is evidence of Ridge and Furrow Drainage System Cultivated By Hand this former Estate Dairy Farm was once owned by Lord Carnarvon, Lord Meux and in the 1950 by Mr Martin White (the Air to R Whites Lemonade). We are very happy to give you a tour of this historic property.

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location

The barn is very well located being 15 min from Junction 16 or 17 of the M4 and approximately 10 min from Chippenham Railway Station.

You can catch the Train directly to Chippenham from London Paddington, Bristol or Bath.

Notably Bath is a one stop away from us and less than 10 min on the train. We also organise a drop off and pick up service please ask us for details.

Major Cities - Are less than 100 miles from us

- London is less than 90 miles away (book in advance & get the fast train
from London Paddington for around £40 trn)
- Bath - 25 Miles
1 x Stop on the Train from Chippenham (the station is 12 minutes from us)
£6 rtn & 10 minutes on the train) and £3.50 all day parking
- Bristol - See the Historic Docks, have a coffee in Clifton (2 stops on the
Train - £10 rtn & 20 minuites away by Train
- Birmingham - 87 Miles Away
- Cardiff - 60 Miles Away
- Southampton - 75 Miles Away

Villages/Cotswolds/ & Local Attractions

- We are very well located to reach Wiltshire's/Cotswold's Honeycombe Villiages, Sites & Historic attractions. Please see a list of some of these and their distance from the Farm in the "other details to note" section of our listing.

Popular Market Towns, Villages and sights are all within 30 min see how far they are from the Farm below:

Avebury - 16 miles (walk around the Ancient Stones)
Badminton - 14 Miles
Biddestone - 10 miles
Calne - 9 miles
Castle Combe - 12 miles
Cirencester - 20 miles
Cheltenham - 36 miles (or on the train from Chippenham -
Chippenham - 6.6 miles
Bath - 25 miles
Bradford upon Avon - 18 miles
Bristol - See the Historic Docks, have a coffee in Clifton (two stops on the train)
Bowood House & Estate - 12 miles
Dyrham Park - 18 miles
Marlborough - 19 miles
Malmesbury - 7.9 miles
Laycock - 11 miles
Longleate - 30 miles
Sandy Lane - 13 miles
Salisbury - 42 Miles
Stonehenge - 33 miles
Tetbury - 13 miles

Languages:

English
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