Charming 1660's Cottage. | Cottage in Marlborough
3 Bedroom Cottage in Alton Barnes, Marlborough
This beautiful cottage is a listed building which retains many of its original features. Conservation is a priority and we use local craftsmen using traditional methods and materials to renovate this unique property.
It is set in the Lockeridge Dene (a dry valley), and is surrounded by fields full of Sarcen stones. In pre-historic times some of these stones were dragged 3 miles to make World Heritage Site, Avebury Stone Circle.
There are many other Neolithic sites to see in the area; West Kennet Long Barrow and Silbury Hill are among the best known locally. Stonehenge is about 25 miles away and an easy drive.
There is a bluebell woods just up the hill which is amazing in late spring, but beautiful anytime of the year. We are on the North Wessex Downs so it's great walking country. There is the National Cycle Route 45 a mile away, as well as good off road cycling. If you're not feeling energetic the cottage is very cosy and a great place to sleep, relax and rejuvenate. It has a beautiful English country garden with an guest area for you too use.
Marlborough is our nearest town about 3.5 miles away. It is a market town with a Waitrose and Tesco supermarket as well as great shops and restaurants including Rick Stein's Fish Restaurant, Indian and Italian restaurants. More locally there is the village pub which serves good food, or the Bell at Overton which is more of an Indian restaurant.
Marlborough hosts a music festivals in late July. There is also the Marlborough Summer School in July and August with a vast array of courses and Children's Activities.
Charming 1660's Cottage is located in Alton Barnes. Charming 1660's Cottage provides accommodation, featuring TV, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Cottage features TV, Ocean View, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Charming 1660's Cottage has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Alton Barnes has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Alton Barnes, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Shampoo
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Toilet paper
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Shower
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Hair dryer
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Towels provided
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Soap
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1 bathroom
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Living room
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Wood stove
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Dishwasher
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Blender
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Spices
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Oven
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Coffee/tea maker
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Stovetop
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Electric kettle
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Beach sun loungers
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Car recommended
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Birdwatching nearby
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Golf nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Horse riding nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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TV with cable/satellite service
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DVD player
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Games
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Unit size: 1098 sq ft (102 sq m)
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Spanish
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French
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In a rural location
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Near a zoo
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In a village
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Near a health or beauty spa
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Children's games
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Stair gate
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Garden
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation