The Leat at Wynyard Mill - Malmesbury, Cotswolds

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A stone building with multiple windows and a door, featuring a traditional architectural style.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden shelf.
A cozy attic room with a wooden table and chairs, a framed landscape photo on the wall, and skylights.
A cozy attic room with a TV, seating area, and large windows.
A loft-style living room with exposed wooden beams, a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Malmesbury Abbey

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Malmesbury, Wiltshire
  • Place, Athelstan Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Malmesbury Abbey
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Abbey House Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Malmesbury

Located in Malmesbury, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bristol Aero Collectlon and Chippenham Museum & Heritage Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at M4 Karting and Monkton Park Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Highgrove Shop Tetbury and Westonbirt Arboretum.
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Malmesbury, Wiltshire

What's nearby

  • Athelstan Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Market Cross - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Malmesbury Abbey - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Abbey House Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Westonbirt Arboretum - 17 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 16 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chippenham Pit Stop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Summer Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Snooty Fox Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪malmesbury rendevous - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Malmesbury Garden Centre Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Leat at Wynyard Mill - Malmesbury, Cotswolds pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Leat at Wynyard Mill - Malmesbury, Cotswolds?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Leat at Wynyard Mill - Malmesbury, Cotswolds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Leat at Wynyard Mill - Malmesbury, Cotswolds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Leat at Wynyard Mill - Malmesbury, Cotswolds located?

This family-friendly Malmesbury cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Malmesbury Abbey, and within 6 mi (10 km) of M4 Karting and Highgrove House and Gardens. Highgrove House and Chavenage House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

I’ve been coming to the UK now for more then 10 years, visited a lot of holiday homes, this one was absolutely the best so far!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely property our 4th stay

As ever, the Leat is comfortable and very clean. Easy to book and very responsive to questions. We feel at home here and it’s great to revisit Malmesbury which has lovely walks, restaurants and shops. Bonus to see bowling competition from the balcony. A go to for a relaxing break.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is a wonderful location for a relaxing holiday. The property is beautiful, clean, and quiet.

This is my second stay at The Leat. It was yet again another outstanding holiday experience. I’ll gladly stay here instead of a hotel. The entire place was spotless upon arrival. The one thing I enjoy most about The Leat is going up to the top floor, opening all the windows, and listening to the water fowl in the river across the street. Nearly everything you’ll need on holiday is within walking distance. There are grocery stores just a short drive away. There are dozens of historical sites and National Trust locations within a short driving distance.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect break .

Wonderful accommodation with lovely views all around , very comfortable and well equipped. Pleasant riverside walks and friendly hotel on the high street that did great food .
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Review of Wynard

Had a lovely couple of days, the living room/kitchen was lovely, unfortunately we thought the bedrooms were not in as good a condition and the parking was not very good.,
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Dec, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at The Leat. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback has been shared with the property owner who has taken these comments onboard and is looking into them. With your comments regarding parking, we can confirm that the property has off-road parking for 2 cars with additional parking avaliable a short walk away. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good for the weekend!

An unusually configured property in a very pleasant setting on the edge of Malmesbury. Comfortable double bed, well equipped kitchen and great views from the top floor living room. NB - a number of very steep stairs to consider if you have any limitations and the attractive leather loungers shown in the promotional photos are no longer in place.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location and great balcony

Our third visit and very enjoyable. There was a Civil War exhibition and battle reenactment the weekend we stayed. Also we could see the Duck Race from the balcony, great fun. The Leat is very comfortable and has good WiFi and TV, all kitchen equipment that might be needed, and is in a great location for exploring the lovely town and surrounding countryside, or further afield.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely quiet location

Great location, very quiet. Kitchen well appointed. Appreciated the on site parking also. Top room is very lovely, which great views over Malmesbury. I would suggest caution if you have mobility issues, as there are steep stairs, and being an old house, the bathrooms are a little awkward.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at The Leat. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and liked the location, however disappointed to read the points that you have raised. On our website listing, we state in the points of note" The property has three flights of steps and some low beams" and we also have a floor plan showing the sizes of all of the rooms.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Leat

Very enjoyable stay. The parking is a little tight, ended up parking by the local pub. Also the balcony could do with a clean, quite a bit of bird droppings . Otherwise excellent.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at The Leat. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, however disappointed to read that the balcony was not clean. We have spoken to the property manager who wishes that you had reported this during your stay as they would have been happy to come out to the property to clean this for you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Leat at Wynyard Mill

Great location and lovely 'upside down' house........ like the top floor best. Parking a bit tight if you have a wide car. Well equipped. Lots of stairs kept us active!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A good place to stay in Malmesbury

Malmesbury is a lovely, historic town surrounded by the river Avon and a great place for 4 friends to meet. The Leat is a short distance from the centre of town on the banks of a tributary of the main river. It has a high standard of comfort with two bedrooms and a living space on the top floor full of light and with great views over the town. There is a little ducklng and diving under the sloping ceilings and lots of stairs but it makes a very interesting and warm place to stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on your recent stay at The Leat. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. Regarding the points you've raised about the ceilings and stairs, we do note on our website under the Points of Note section that "the property has three flights of steps and some low beams." We hope to welcome you back to the Cotswolds again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A splendidly relaxing week

The Leat is a lovely little cottage in Malmesbury, a town steeped in its rich history. The cottage has everything you need for your stay. Our previous Boltholes have always exceeded our expectations and this little gem was no exception. Special thanks to our Property Manager Dawn. We sat on the balcony and watched the morning dog walkers, heard the clack of the bowls on the green and when we strolled out past the stream we were rewarded with the sight of the little egret wading past. A splendidly relaxing week.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Leat is in an ideal situation to visit the town.

The only issue was with parking. A car had been left across the two allocated spaces and did not move all the time we were there. The caretaker was helpful in that we were allowed to use the allocated parking for another cottage which was empty during our stay, but when we went out someone else parked There as well! This probably needs to be mentioned/sorted with the owners as I imagine this happens regularly and there is nowhere else to park.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay with lots to do from your door.

Pros: We had a lovely weekend here, lots of walks recommended in welcome pack from the door which are easy to follow. There is also a lovely little balcony we sat out and watched the herons go by, however just watch where the chairs are, as the legs can fall down the gaps which happened to us. Great facilities and had everything we needed. Cons: I think there was a wasps nest just on the balcony as there were a few going in and out, but they never really bothered us. If you are tall then this place may be difficult as there is slanted ceilings to bang your head on. Also if you are not a fan of stairs or find them difficult then here is not for you as 3 flights of stairs to the living area however there is a bathroom at the bottom and top. There was a welcome pack of a a box of malteasers but that was it, personally I would have preferred a pint of milk for a cuppa when i got there but that is personal preference. Overall a lovely value for money stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at The Leat. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We’ve shared your feedback with the owner and property manager, who are looking into the points you've raised. The property manager mentioned that they would have been very happy to help with the issue of the wasps had they been made aware during your stay, and they’re now arranging for this to be addressed as soon as possible. Regarding your comments about the ceilings and stairs, we do include a floor plan on our website which highlights the layout, and under the points of note section we mention: “Please note: the property has three flights of steps and some low beams.”
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Super views, quiet, convenient

The Leat feels as if you are in the countryside but has convenient access into Malmsbury town. Very clean, everything you could need in the kitchen (save a dishwasher, but not a problem for us). Lovely views from all aspects of the bright living area upstairs due to the upside-down layout. Very comfortable king size beds and a plus to have two bathrooms. Very warm considering it is an old building and was winter time. Lots of information provided in the property including numerous leaflets of places to visit. Enjoyed reading the many history books on Malmsbury. Hoping to move to this area next year, so this was a bit of a trial run, and it didn’t disappoint! Love Malmsbury with its rich history and independent shops - no Costa or McD’s or litter in sight! Really enjoyed our stay at The Leat and expect it is even better in the warmer months. Visitors should note that it is stated that there are steep stairs and the upstairs shower has low head room. Only slight issue was trying to park close to the wall in the dark, but then having parking at all was such a bonus when getting the benefit of being so close to the town. Would definitely recommend, we loved our relaxing stay - very quiet, listening to the flowing streams and birds.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely accommodation and location

Very comfortable property. Lots of stairs so maybe not suitable for this with mobility problems. Well equipped kitchen.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous

A little gem of a place. Spread over 3 floors with a bedroom on the ground floor with en-suite and a 2nd bedroom on floor 2. The top floor has a bathroom with shower and as you walk pass this you enter the open planned kitchen , living area with a door leading on to a small balcony. With a view from every window and a stunning sunset, this is a perfect location. The property is well maintained and has everything you need . There is off street parking up a drive for 2 cars but beware it will be tight if you have a large vehicle.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Comfortable and charming

The Leat was a beautifully furnished house, spread over three floors. It was clean and well-equipped, with very comfortable beds and furniture. It is centrally located yet in a quiet lane overlooking a stream with entertaining ducks. Just one small quibble - the toilet seat in the upstairs bathroom was not connected properly - easily sorted, I'm sure. We highly recommend it
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your review and feedback. The toilet seat has been fixed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Location

The Leat is in an excellent position - particularly if you are bringing your dog on holiday with you - there are two good walking spots straight from the door. It is a comfortable holiday let and we found everything we needed there. It is well positioned for walking into Malmesbury town centre. We had some issue with the door lock but the property manager and owners sorted it out very quickly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very well situated, comfortable property with great balcony

Malmesbury is an interesting attractive town with buildings and stories of historical interest. There are many walks within the town, trail leaflets at Visitor Information, and lots of countryside walks around. Also a good base to visit other places in the Cotswolds. The Leat is very near the town centre and the balcony looks down onto part of the river. We saw an egret, a kingfisher, several white and other ducks, lots of fish. The balcony also looks down onto the Bowls Club and we enjoyed watching a few of the tournaments. The large top room is very comfortable and the kitchen and whole flat very well equipped. Beautifully clean with good quality towels and bedding.The property manager, Dawn, is very helpful. A couple of things cropped up and she quickly had them attended to as soon it was possible to arrange. Other reviewers have mentioned the stairs and tight parking, we found them ok but depends on individual situation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay

We had a lovely few days staying in Cotsworld, wonderful accommodation. Would highly recommend. Lovely property, location was also fantastic.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
Dear Jenni, Thank you for your review of the Leat at Wynyard Mill. We're pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds again in the future. Kind regards Bolthole Retreats
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect

We had a lovely 4 day break at The Leat. It is cosy, very comfortable and a great location. There is a lovely walk right from your door along the river. The village is great with lots of eateries. Highly recommend The Birdcage. Loved The old Bell Hotel.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
Dear Joy, Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your stay at the Leat at Wynyard Mill. We're so pleased you enjoyed it and look forward to welcoming you to the Cotswolds again in the future. Kind regards Bolthole Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Well equipped, upside-down plan works well. Couple of concerns, flimsy front door security, and safety hazard of low hanging Newell post and sharp edges in upper bedroom. (wear a crash helmet if you visit the toilet in the night!)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely place to stay and perfectly located

We stayed here for a long weekend. It was lovely place, a good size for 2 adults, 2 kids and a dog, it had everything we needed and was very comfortable. The stairs were quite steep and the cold air came in the front door but the rooms were very warm and cozy. It was spotlessly clean with plenty of books and DVDs to keep us occupied when we weren't out walking around Malmesbury and the surrounding countryside.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely weekend

Comfortable and clean. Really lovely to stay somewhere where all ‘the little things’ have been provided, was staying in a home (tea towels, plenty of lamps, cushions, throws etc). Excellent supply of books and dvds too! Only thing I’d pick up on was no toilet paper in en suite, but suspect that was just an oversight given the level of everything else provided. Lights had been left on for our arrival, which was really nice as was dark when we arrived, light by front door needs a new bulb. We had lunch at Whatley Manor a few miles away for our anniversary, which was fabulous. Non-stop rain prevented too much exploration of Malmesbury fortunately, but very picturesque setting.
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