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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lyneham, ENG
  • Place, Dauntsey Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Wootton Bassett Methodist Church
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool.

A fabulous cottage, lovingly designed, to created a 'home from home feeling'. A private, south facing garden with stunning views, The woodlands and fields hold an abundance of wildlife and birdlife all of which can be viewed from the property.. Heron's Nest is situated down a quiet lane, 3 miles from the famous town of Royal Wootton Bassett. There are plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants to enjoy.
Please be advised changeover days are Mondays and Fridays.

THE NDORO POOL
Swimming in the Ndoro Pool, is the most beautiful, memorable experience.
The pool has no heating or chemicals, therefore completely natural. Plants, dragonflies, newts, water mussels are some of the wildlife that live happily in the ecosystem.
Working with nature and maintaining the biodiversity of the pool is absolutely essential. Although rare, this can mean pool closure, we don't know when it will happen, or indeed, how long it will take to restore the 'natural normal balance'. We trust you understand.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Only by prior arrangement.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There is a charge of £5 per dog per night.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke outside.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Only by prior arrangement.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chippenham

Located in Chippenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall and Royal British Legion Remembrance Garden are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Birds Marsh. Travelling with kids? Consider Lime Kiln Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Nigel Eady County Ground.
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Lyneham, ENG

What's nearby

  • Wiltshire Golf and Country Club - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Dauntsey Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • REME Museum - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Royal Wootton Bassett Methodist Church - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall - 6 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Chippenham Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dandelion Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Butcher’s Mate - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crumps Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sustain Farm Shop & Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool.?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool. on 22 Apr 2026 start from £96, 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.

Is Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool. located?

This family-friendly Chippenham cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Dauntsey Park, REME Museum and Wiltshire Golf and Country Club. Lime Kiln Leisure Centre and Jubilee Lake 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great location for our multiple day trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with stunning views. We loved the pool and Hillary made us feel very welcome. Whole house is comfortable and homely, the kitchen is well equipped. Lots of great places to visit nearby.
View of the pool from the bedroom
Deer in the field next to the property
Stunning gardens and views
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

fiona m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful place! We were made so welcome and it was comfortable, quiet, great views and the pool was an added bonus. A great base for exploring Wiltshire and the Cotswolds. Peaceful secure garden for the dog. We will certainly return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little gem, in a hidden part of the Cotswolds.

A lovely relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2021
Hi Sean,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely cottage in a beautiful setting

lovely cottage in a beautiful setting
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2022
Thank you for coming to stay at Herons Nest and for your review. Warmest regards Hillary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin&Clarissa v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay, highly recommended

Had a lovely stay in Heron's nest. For two people it's perfect. Owners were lovely and will go above and beyond for you. Thank you for a perfect stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property and Host

Really nice property with great views. Hillary was a great host and made us feel extremely welcome and at home.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2021
Ahh… thank you for your kind words, we hope to see you both sometime soon xx
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cynthia a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stsy

We so enjoyed our time at Herons Nest. Lovely VRBO and if in England again we would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2022
Thank you for your lovely review, hope to see you sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxed stay

Hilary was very welcoming and showed us around on our arrival. The cottage was lovely, well equipped and comfortable. The garden though small was pretty and our dog loved pottering around. Though we went out every day, the cottage was so comfortable and tranquil, it would be lovely enough to just stay there and chill out for our stay. Close enough to visit all that the Cotswold has to offer. We had a lovely time, thanks Hilary!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2025
Thank you for your kind words, I’m so pleased you had a lovely time. With wishes, Hillary x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second visit and not the last

We love herons nest. So peaceful . Perfect for the dog. Wootton Bassett a beautiful little town
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Dearest Julie, Thank you for your kind words - I am so pleased you had another lovely stay at Herons Nest xx
Verified

8/10 Good

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing

We had a lovely short break and the tranquil view from the cottage proved to be very relaxing. A great location for exploring across Wiltshire, Salisbury Plain and into the Cotswolds. Hillary was a great host
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2021
Ahh.. thank you for your kind words. I’m so pleased you had a great stay at Herons Nest x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heron's Nest

Property had everything you need for a short break. Hillary was very helpful with suggestions for pubs and walks. Thoroughly enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2021
Ahh.. thank you for your kind words. I’m so pleased you had a lovely time x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gray R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend away with my wife

Lovely place to stay in a beautifl location. We were well looked after by Hillary and given loads of recommendations of where to visits. Its a lovely property, in a great location to drive to various amazing parts of the Cotswolds. Wouldnt have any hesitation in returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

angie d.

Excellent

What a lovely time we had staying at the Herons Nest, Hilary is a lovely bubbly person who made some very tasty scones for our arrival. The accommodation as everything you need, very peaceful area . Recommend the local indian takeaway. If you want luxury, peace and quiet then definitely stay at the Herons Nest .
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Ahh - thank you for your very kind words, I'm so pleased you had a lovely time at Heron's Nest. I trust Bella enjoyed her walk yesterday and didn't get too muddy!! Hope to see you soon, till then. Kind regards Hillary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

This cottage is lovely, exactly as it appears in the pictures. The kitchen is really well equipped and its very comfortable. Very cosy and just great! The location is great for exploring the surrounding countryside and Hillary is a lovely host! Absolutely no complaints. Would strongly recommend and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2021
Ahhh - thank you for your kind words. We look forward to seeing you both sometime soon xx
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect Getaway

We had a great long weekend at Heron’s Nest. Hilary welcomed us upon arrival and showed us around. The property is lovely, very clean and well maintained. It is in a quiet, rural location, but still only a few minutes drive from all the amenities in Royal Woodson Basset. It is perfect for walks and exploring Wiltshire and Somerset. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Heron’s nest is a piece of heaven. Absolutely beautiful location with wild deer, rabbits and horses just across the fence. Hilary was lovely and made sure we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. The cottage is perfect with everything you need to feel at home. The pool is absolutely the icing on the cake. Set in a magnificent bardo and totally natural. The whole experience was perfect. We went to lake 32 for a swim meet days and had delicious meals at Foxham and the 3 crowns. Can’t recommend it highly enough. Our dog absolutely loved it too. Thank you Hilary for a lovely birthday break.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2025
Thank you for your kind words, I am so pleased you had a lovely birthday break. With wishes, Hillary x
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10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

A great home away from home!

We really enjoyed staying at Herons Nest. It was really close to everything we wanted to see in the Cotswolds. It was clean and had everything we needed. We enjoyed watching the horses in the morning. Hillary is very helpful if you need anything. Even though you are in close proximity to the main house, our privacy was totally respected. I highly recommend this property! Thanks Hillary for a great stay! Ray and Lori
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Dear Ray and Lori Thank you both for coming to visit us here at Heron's Nest. I am delighted that you had a lovely time and I throughly enjoyed meeting you both. Thank you for sharing your kind words in the review. Warmest regards Hillary and Nick x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Making Memories

Hillary was absolutely amazing at accommodating our ever changing situation. The cottage was truly stunning with the garden and views adding to us making memories. The Lodge was perfect in every sense, beautifully decorated and equipped for our every need. Peaceful and tranquil does not do it justice. We will be back to escape and unwind. Thank you again for supporting us through everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2022
Ahhh Julie, thank you for your kind words, I’m so pleased you enjoyed the cottage. It was truly lovely to meet you all and I sincerely hope we see you again. Warmest regards Hillary xx
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, relaxing break

Had a great 4 nights at Heron's Nest. The cottage is beautifully furnished with a very well equipped kitchen. Beautiful countryside location with pheasant and deer in the surrounding fields . South facing garden is lovely for barbequing in the evening or just sitting and enjoying the sunshine. We visited Bath, Cirencester, Chedworth Roman Villa , Silbury Hill and Avebury. Ed was a great host, welcoming us to the property and then sorting out our initial lack of wifi within 10 minutes. It was our 25th wedding anniversary on the day we arrived and Hilary had left a vase of red roses, a card and a chilled bottle of prosecco for us to celebrate, which was a lovely touch. Thank you Hilary. We would definitely stay at Heron's Nest again if we return to the area in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2021
Ahh - thank you for your kind words, I’m so pleased you had a wonderful stay. Hope to see you here again xx
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kieran M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot for a weekend in the countryside

Myself, my wife and our 2 dogs stayed at Heron's Nest over the Easter bank holiday weekend. We were looking for somewhere we could have a relaxed long weekend of picturesque dog walks and not much else - which is exactly what we got. Heron's Nest is in a great location; a quiet spot with the rural countryside on your doorstep, but close enough to pretty market towns like Chippenham, Malmesbury, Tetbury, etc. The property itself has everything you need for a weekend/week away from home, so you can pack light. There is even a natural/wild swimming pool to awaken the senses .... even on a warm early April afternoon the water was freezing but invigorating! The communication from Hilary leading up to our stay was great and she was very welcoming and friendly on our arrival. The fridge was stocked with a bottle of wine and apple juice, which was a nice touch. All in all, Heron's Nest ticked all the boxes for what we wanted and we're planning to book again for future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ignaas en Sabine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect startpunt voor bezoek aan de Cotswalds

Heerlijk huisje dat erg compleet was ingericht. Zeer vriendelijke eigenaren en een erg mooie rustige omgeving.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

André K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein schöner Aufenthalt in einer schönen Gegend

Hillary hat dieses Haus liebevoll eingerichtet. Der Empfang war sehr herzlich. Ich fand besonders gut, dass es eine Mappe mit Vorschlägen zu Restaurants und Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Umgebung von Lyneham gibt. Der Aufenthalt war leider nur mit einem langen Wochenende sehr kurz. Die Zeit hat nicht ausgereicht, um alles an Sehenswürdigkeiten zu erkunden. England ist auf jeden Fall eine Reise wert.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Loved it!!!

Mega herziges Häuschen - klein und fein mit Garten und Allem was man sich wünschen kann!! Super liebe Gastgeber - die einfach bei Allem helfen! Danke Hillary and Nik for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellis E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Royal Wootton Bassett Tranquility

My husband & I had a wonderful seven night stay at the delightful Herons Nest. It is in such a picturesque location & everything one could want for in a country cottage. Nothing was too much trouble for Hillary (the owner ) who made our stay just perfect & we loved every minute of being there. We even had deer out in the surrounding fields, which was lovely to see as we were having breakfast at the large kitchen window. We would love to return one day & highly recommend it. Thank you Hillary. ++++
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Hillary Walter

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We are a family of 5 who have have recently renovated and extended our home and cottage. We love being outside and enjoy gardening. We have a small holding consisting of a variety of chickens, pigs, sheep and two ponies!!

I enjoy making jams, chutneys, cakes etc. Nick (my husband) has just bought a Smoker for fish and meat and has been experimenting with that!

Understandably, our friends call us Tom and Barbara!!

Why they chose this property

We bought Burrington because of its location. We are situated down a very quiet lane surrounded by fields with a view of Tockenham wood, which has Tockenham Lake within it. You could hardly believe we're only 2 miles from Royal Wootton Bassett and therefore have easy access to the M4 - which makes Heron's Nest an easy to get to retreat!!

What makes this property unique

There are plenty of wonderful things to experience whilst staying at Heron's Nest. Most notably the Natural Swimming Pool! A fabulous experience which people come back for!
There are wonderful walks in and around us. Plenty of fabulous and interesting towns and cities to visit, Bath, Oxford, Marlborough, Bristol, Castle Combe and the Cotswolds are all within an hours drive

The property itself is well equipped - I have tried to create a home from home kitchen. The sitting room has all the normal appliances one would expect plus a variety of games.

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