Located in Melksham, this chalet is in a rural area. Oare House and Great Chalfield Manor are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Thermae Bath Spa and Wadworth Brewery. The Courts Garden and Lacock Bakery are also worth visiting.
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 41 min drive - 34.3 km
Stonehenge - 43 min drive - 41.2 km
Thermae Bath Spa - 45 min drive - 37.8 km
Roman Baths - 45 min drive - 37.8 km
Getting around
Melksham Station - 10 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 76 min drive
Restaurants
The Milk Churn - 4 min drive
Acropolis - 5 min drive
Water Meadow - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Costa Coffee - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Safari Lodge at Rusty Lane Farm pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Safari Lodge at Rusty Lane Farm?
As of 26 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Safari Lodge at Rusty Lane Farm on 2 May 2027 start from £405, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Safari Lodge at Rusty Lane Farm?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Safari Lodge at Rusty Lane Farm?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Safari Lodge at Rusty Lane Farm?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Safari Lodge at Rusty Lane Farm located?
Situated in a rural location, this chalet is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Kennet & Avon Canal and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Melksham Assembly Hall. Caen Hill Locks and Oare House are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Darren
27 Aug 2026
Beautiful location, very comfortable beds
Beautiful location, very comfortable beds. We had a very relaxed stay. Love having the hot tub. And the log burner made it nice and cosy in the evening. Great host
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2026
Thank you Darren. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing stay in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carly
2 Jul 2026
Will definitely be returning, thank you so much for the stay
Peaceful, beautiful, comfortable - it was perfect!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ben, Em & Evie
17 Sept 2026
“We’ve had our time in the safari lodge! Everything was perfect, couldn’t ask for a better place
“We’ve had our time in the safari lodge! Everything was perfect, couldn’t ask for a better place. Thank you!!!”
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
Thank you. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 Sept 2026
“Thank you for having us in the lodge
“Thank you for having us in the lodge. Best regards and love from us.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eric
15 Aug 2026
Highly recommended!!
We had a private driveway almost 2 km long before reaching the accommodation. A fantastic location in a very peaceful setting.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2026
Thank you Eric. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sheena
28 Apr 2026
Wonderful getaway
Everything about the lodge was perfect
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bronwen
1 Jun 2026
Would definitely recommend this property and hope to visit again soon!
Comfortable, clean, nicely decorated, had everything we needed. Loved the extra detail like the wheelbarrow to bring our things in with!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ellie, Rob + Daphne Rose
31 Aug 2026
“Thank you for the peaceful break!
Our little girl loved the tent and meeting the neighbours’ cows!
“Thank you for the peaceful break!
Our little girl loved the tent and meeting the neighbours’ cows!
Thanks again!”
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ciao, Yentha + Leo
18 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for a lovely stay and especially for helping us when our car battery was dead
Thank you so much for a lovely stay and especially for helping us when our car battery was dead. You were lifesavers!!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Darren, Tasha, Skye + Willow
18 Sept 2026
“Thank you Sara for everything
“Thank you Sara for everything.
Super comfortable beds and having the use of a hot tub was amazing.
We had a couple of wet nights but the log burner made the lodge cosy.
Would definitely stay again.
Thank you.”
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marc + Family
5 Jul 2026
“Thanks Sarah, we love it here and will definitely be coming again
“Thanks Sarah, we love it here and will definitely be coming again. It’s so relaxing. Perfect and just what we needed x”
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Eric, Mieke, Sarah, Rita
19 Jul 2026
“We couldn’t have asked for a better first glamping experience! We loved sitting outside in the even
“We couldn’t have asked for a better first glamping experience! We loved sitting outside in the evenings, watching the setting sun and then the stars.
Thanks for everything!”
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline
3 Nov 2025
Lovely well equipped lodge comfortable and very peaceful owner is lovely
Lovely well equipped lodge comfortable and very peaceful owner is lovely
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lizzie
14 Aug 2025
The perfect stay for our girls weekend! Very relaxing and lodge was well equipped :)
The perfect stay for our girls weekend! Very relaxing and lodge was well equipped :)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline
7 Sept 2025
Lovely well equipped lodge comfortable and very peaceful owner is lovely
Lovely well equipped lodge comfortable and very peaceful owner is lovely
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
12 Jul 2026
“What another great weekend! We have a question
“What another great weekend! We have a question...
Has the tree moved closer to the tent?
Thank you for sorting the banners and for the bottle of prosecco!
We will be back next year (our 6th time) We love it!”
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cameron
3 Jul 2024
Very nice stay for a weekend.
Clean, peaceful and excellent to get away from it all. Would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2025
Hi Cameron,
Thank you for your feedback. I am happy to hear you had a relaxing retreat and were able to escape from your everyday life to this beautiful location.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shaun
23 Jul 2025
Perfect Weekend Getaway! An unforgettable weekend escape! The place was beautiful, peaceful, and per
Perfect Weekend Getaway! An unforgettable weekend escape! The place was beautiful, peaceful, and perfectly located for a true safari experience. A perfect blend of comfort and adventure — absolutely worth the stay. We’ll cherish this forever!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katie
8 Sept 2025
We had the most amazing few days staying at Rusty Lodge, it's truly is beautifully kept, stylish and
We had the most amazing few days staying at Rusty Lodge, it's truly is beautifully kept, stylish and in the most perfect position to watch the sunset. We loved the hot tub, and made the most of the fire pit too. Sarah is a wonderful host. Thank you for having us.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lillie
5 Oct 2024
The lodge was so peaceful and provided everything you could possibly need.
The hot tub was a lovely touch, and everything was super well maintained. felt safe and secure staying there! The host Sarah, was absolutely lovely, and responded quickly to any of our queries. we had a great time and would definitely visit again!!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alex
5 Aug 2024
Beautiful stay- looks exactly like the photos, and felt even bigger that expected.
Had a brilliant night sleep in the location, and was perfect for the outdoorsy style trip we were looking for. The shower and bathroom was exceptional for a “glamping” style tent. Had a very complete kitchen too with large fridge.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Daniel
3 Jul 2023
amazing and peaceful
was a very lovely little getaway had absolutely everything you could possibly need , very well looked after and Sarah was right on the end of the phone if we needed her , would love to go back
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jo
6 Sept 2024
Fantastic girls weekend
Had such a great weekend here, the location was amazing with so much space to ourselves and so peaceful. Our host was so welcoming and helpful giving us tips for pubs nearby. The lodge was clean and comfortable and we had everything we needed.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Hello Jo, I am so pleased you had a fabulous time and found the property to be spacious and peaceful. Perfect for your girl's weekend.