Water Lane, Castle Combe, Chippenham, ENG, SN147hx
Manor House Golf Club
5 min walk
Castle Combe Circuit
12 min walk
Thermae Bath Spa
28 min drive
Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
45 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished
AVAILABLE FOR LONGER STAYS
Porch House is a. self catering cottage. The cottage overlooks the By Brook, the river which runs through Castle Combe and is ideally positioned for exploring the village of Castle Combe . The village has a convenient car park at the top of the hill, and some on street parking over the bridge at the bottom of the village. There are two pubs and a gift shop Court Cottage Gifts, in the middle of the village. The Manor House Hotel with its Michelin starred restaurant is just a few minutes walk from the cottage. A single garage is available for guests to use during their stay at the cottage It will accommodate a small car . The living room has a log burning stove - logs are provided.
During the peak season of August and Christmas and New Year, the minimum stay is 4 nights . Shorter stays available on request
Property manager
Shirley Ungemuth
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please ask owner before bringing pets
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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
Castle Combe
Located in Chippenham, this cottage is in a rural area. M4 Karting and Lacock Bakery are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Artisan Quarter and Milsom Quarter. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Castle Combe Circuit or Hardenhuish Park. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking and cycling in the area.
Water Lane, Castle Combe, Chippenham, ENG, SN147hx
What's nearby
Manor House Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Castle Combe Circuit - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Westonbirt Arboretum - 22 min drive - 20.5 km
Thermae Bath Spa - 28 min drive - 22.3 km
University of Bath - 31 min drive - 23.8 km
Getting around
Chippenham Station - 21 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 62 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 20 min drive
Lees Fish & Chip Shop - 9 min drive
The Six Bells Inn - 9 min drive
The Lord Nelson Inn - 9 min drive
Restaurant Hywel Jones - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Manor House Golf Club and Castle Combe Circuit. Corsham Court and Hardenhuish Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Castle Combe was an amazing place to visit, stroll the streets, and countryside. It's like stepping back in time. The home was in very good condition and had a nice little wood stove. We had a great stay.
Charming ancient cottage at the heart of one of England’s prettiest villages.
The constant huddle of tourists outside taking pictures tells you the you’re in an iconic spot.
Lovely sunny hidden garden a surprise.
Would recommend, never stayed anywhere as pretty.
Our stay at the Porch House in Castle Combe was a delight. The cottage is charming and comfortable, with all the comforts of home. The village was charming and a welcome retreat following day travels to Bath, Avebury, Stonehenge and Oxford. It was like a dream! Highly recommended.
Cute small 15th century village - great location to visit other villages and Bath. Some low ceilings so my 6’5” son had trouble. Rooms are small but cozy. Lacks the convenience of modern lodging but makes up for in charm.
We were a group of 5 women from Canada, mother/daughters, away for a trip to the Cotswolds.Our stay in your delightful characterful cottage in the charming village of CastleCombe was everything we hoped for. The accommodations were clean, comfortable and well equipped for simple meals at home and a nice fireplace for cozy nights at home.The village itself is a travel back in time and had quite a few choices for meals considering the size of the town. The Porch House Cottage's location was picture perfect for the most photographed village in the Cotswolds; right outside our door is the iconic spot! It is well situated for a trip to Bath for the sights there as well as other historic locations and picturesque villages. Our stay was certainly all we hoped for and more. If we are in the Cotswold's again we will certainly be back!
This property and location far exceeded our imagination. It was the highlight of our travels that we will cherish forever. It was hard to leave its perfect charm. I could see renting this again but for a longer duration. We even welcomed the rain, to cozy with a cup of tea and good book next to the fire. Every detail was provided. Thank you .
Wonderful stay in this truly unique property. It's like stepping back in time but with every modern amenity. Beautifully furnished, spotless, and every detail thought of for guests. The picturesque location is perfect with the river right outside. A lovely private garden exists in the rear. Taverns in the village are a must. Dinner at Castle Inn was amazing. Would love to return!
Porch House is a wonderful property in the beautiful village of Castle Combe. The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay, as well as a lovely garden. We had a fabulous few days and would highly recommend this as the perfect getaway. The owner made the whole process very easy and gave us some great recommendations for local activities and places to eat. 5 stars!
This Castle Combe house is a delight! Comfortable beds and lots of bathrooms! The kitchen has everything you need and the lounge is comfortable to rest in. There is a lovely backyard if you have a sunny day. There are beautiful walks around the town and in the area as well as a great pub. Afternoon tea at The Manor House was a wonderful experience. Shirley was easy to communicate with and overall a great experience.
Anne D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
evan s.
8 Jun, 2018
Everything was as described. Accomodates 6 people well.
Picturesque location. House is very old, but was maintained and everything functioned. Castle Combe is beautiful, but tiny.
Warning: don’t go to the White Hart pub. Owner doesn’t care for tourists.
The Cottage was fine, the location was fine, being with friends was excellent. However, the whole weekend was spoilt by there being NO hot water for the whole weekend - very disappointing..
A beautiful cottage in a picturesque location, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
One minor comment is that the dishwasher wasn't hugely effective and didn't clean the dishes very well. However, this did not impact our most enjoyable stay! The kitchen was well appointed with everything one would need to make light meals.
Shirley was super and sent a well thought-out and useful list of places to visit in the local area.
We hope to stay with you again!
We live in the USA and were looking for an experience with that English countryside charm... and were delighted with our stay at Porch Cottage!!! Shirley made everything so easy... responding quickly to questions, providing lots of info about Castle Combe with suggestions on activities/outings in the area. Porch Cottage is beautiful.... so much attention to detail, lovely amenities, cozy and comfy.... with a beautiful, private garden. We enjoyed Castle Combe itself... taking lovely walks, meeting the locals and enjoying our meals at the pubs. This was one of our favorite stops on our visit to England :)
Shirley’s property is in quite a beautiful and picturesque location- as was evidence from the number of people standing outside taking photos through the day! We went on several countryside walks from here and were able to visit the local pub and restaurant just a short distance walking from the house.
The house itself was perfect for our stay. The kitchen was well stocked with items to make nightly dinners and we enjoyed fires in the fireplace whilst playing board games. The bed was very comfortable and the fluffy duvet was like a cloud.
Thanks for a fantastic stay, Shirley!
The property was in a great location. It was clean and well kept with most things provided for. The garage was too tiny for our car but there was parking a short walk away. Shops, restaurants and grocery stores were a short drive away. We were unlucky to get some bad weather during our stay but had taken some games and books with us to pass the time by. We did forget our umbrellas but luckily most of us had waterproof jackets.
On several occasions the temperature dipped to 0 degrees and we had NO heat. There were bugs and spiders on the window sills, towels were sour, televisions didn't work, and the dryer didn't work. No local property management to address issues
Shirley's property is amazing. You feel like you are stepping back over 600 years when entering (in a good way). The house is amazingly well kept, clean as clean can be, and just relaxing the moment you entry. The beds are very comfortable, the kitchen very well equipped, and the setting is perfect. The rear garden is wonderful and a great place to relax with a book and drink. Our three teenagers loved the setting and two of them want to move to Castle Combe. The village itself is wonderful and the people are very welcoming (one point below). Despite being one of the most photographed places in the UK, the flow of traffic and day-trippers was very quiet. There are great food/drink choices in the village and the Manor House Hotel grounds are open to the public unless and event is on. Shirley is a wonderful host and is very cordial and quick to respond. We were supposed to originally have traveled in 2020 but COVID had other plans. She kept in communications with us the whole time as we rebooked. If you are traveling with a car, there are several good parking (free) options. The house comes with a small (as in compact to medium cars only) garage about 30 yards up the street in the converted stables for the Manor House. We had a 7-passenger auto, so we simply parked across the street from the lane on the main street into and out of Castle Combe. Overall, we could not have a better time and will likely book and extended stay the next time we travel to the UK. One word of caution in the village and has nothing to do with Shirley or the property - the proprietors of the White Hart Pub do not seem to be overly fond of tourists and others. But everyone else could not have been nicer and more pleasant during our 4 day stay.
This is the second time we stayed at Porch House in a few years' time. We especially like the location and nearby things to do. We enjoyed dinner in the town and several walks through the countryside from right outside the door.
It was interesting this time around with the experience of the river flooding, which it hasn't done for over 10 years apparently. Our group is pretty easygoing so a little extra water didn't hinder the trip too much and the owner came by to evaluate things. Hope it's all ship shape again in no time!
Lauren L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Shirley Ungemuth
The owner has enjoyed this beautiful cottage and exploring the surrounding area for many years. Castle-Combe has long been considered one of the prettiest villages in England and our friends who have used the house have loved the history and beauty of Castle-Combe.
Why they chose this property
Acquired in 2002 Porch House, Castle Combe is a very special place .A roof beam in the house has been dated to have been felled in 1468 so the property in parts is over 550 years old. The Street it stands on has recently been selected as one of the Top 50 streets in the British Isles and features in Melanie Backe-Hansen's book " Historic Streets and Squares" where she claims it is the most photographed street in England. Originally a weavers cottage (see the bobbin hooks in the ceiling in the hall) the house is a great blend of old and new which will transport you back to a earlier time while offering today's modern conveniences. As owners we love it but feel with a 600th anniversary approaching we are simply custodians of this piece of history & look forward to you sharing the same feeling..
What makes this property unique
styling and interiors
https://www.juliekentinteriors.com/
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests