Guests say
Church View is a well-loved cottage praised for its charm, spaciousness, and homely feel. Guests appreciate the idyllic setting, the proximity to local attractions, and the welcoming touches. While some guests suggest the property could benefit from a little TLC, the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction, with many looking forward to returning.
The majority of guests found Church View to be very clean and well-maintained, contributing to a comfortable and welcoming stay. There were no significant complaints about cleanliness, indicating high standards are typically met.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, proximity to a local pub with great food, and nearby tourist attractions. The village setting is appreciated for its beauty and convenience, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration.
Guests find Church View comfortable and cosy, especially with the wood burners lit. The property is spacious enough to accommodate families and groups, with several reviews highlighting the comfort of the beds and living spaces.
The facilities at Church View are generally well-regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen, games, and outdoor amenities. However, some guests noted areas in need of maintenance or updating, such as outdoor furniture and the back door, slightly lowering the score.
The hosts are commended for their thoughtfulness, with mentions of a warm welcome and helpfulness. Gifts such as homemade bread and cake were noted, adding a personal touch to the stay. However, it should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and not a guaranteed amenity.
About this property
Church View is a detached cottage in the beautiful village of Swallowcliffe. The cottage overlooks the church, valley and an old iron age fort beyond. The cottage is a few minutes walk from a delightful and award winning pub, The Royal Oak. Swallowcliffe is 5 minutes drives from Tisbury, Wiltshire. Tisbury is a charming small town, and Tisbury station is on the London mainline, with journey times to London in less than two hours. The property is situated in extensive grounds, in a quiet and secluded part of the village and has recently been refurbished to a very high standard. The cottage opens to dining area with seating for up to eight adults. This leads into the spacious living room with a wood burning stove, a grand piano and a large corner bookcase stocked full of reading materials. The extra features such as the woodburning stove, sofa and two armchairs are set up perfectly for a family night in.
There is a lovely new fitted kitchen with an extra dining area for up to eight adults. There is a convenient utility room and a ground floor cloakroom. Upstairs you will find four bedrooms: one master king-size with an en-suite bathroom and WC, two further double bedrooms, and a family room with a bunk bed, a trundle and a single bed. Two of the double beds can be converted to twin beds as required. There is a separate family bathroom and WC.
The cottage is perfect for families to enjoy the wonderful benefits of the Wiltshire countryside. Outside has its own gravelled driveway and parking for several cars. The gardens surrounding the house are landscaped with a choice of seating areas, including a patio accessible from French doors either from the kitchen or lounge. There is also a barbeque, trampoline and games room with table tennis table for the use of guests. There are adjacent fields which can be enjoyed as well, making this property an excellent choice for your holiday getaway. Church View is the perfect spot for visiting an amazing range of beautiful countryside and ancient towns and cities. The small town of Tisbury is 5 minutes drive away, and has a delightful and eclectic range of shops including a butcher, fish monger and Co-Op supermarket. Within half an hour of the property there is a wide range of places to visit and things to do. These include the medieval City of Salisbury, famous for its 13th century cathedral, the world famous gardens at Stourhead, the ancient hill-top town of Shaftsbury with iconic views from Yule Hill, Old Wardour Castle, Wilton House and the iconic prehistoric stone circle at Stonehenge, which stands on the grassland of Salisbury Plain.
The medieval city of Salisbury is the jewel in Wiltshire's crown, dominated by the majestic 13th century Gothic cathedral. The cathedral offers 750 years of history including Britain's tallest spire, the world's best preserved original Magna Carta, and Europe's oldest working clock. The surrounding cathedral close, full of architectural gems, is bordered by the River Avon and ancient Chilmark stone walls.
Accommodation
Property sleeps 10 people, comfortably sleeping up to 6 adults and 4 children.
We would ordinarily not accept more than 6 adults, without prior consultation.
Please contact our reservations team to discuss.
Please ensure you are aware of the bed configuration as below.
Four bedrooms: 1 x master king-size with en-suite bathroom, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin and 1 x family room with bunk beds, trundle and single bed.
Family bathroom with a bath, walk in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with dishwasher.
Utility with washing machine and dryer.
Dining room.
Snug with woodburner.
Sitting area with woodburner.
Ground floor cloakroom and WC.
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and high chair available on request.
Ample off-road parking.
Enclosed lawned and large gardens.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub less than 5 minutes walk.
Church View is located in a tranquil, quite village, therefore, this property cannot accept Stag/Hen or similar parties.
This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £200.00.
Property accommodates 10 people, sleeping up to a maximum 6 adults and 4 children only.
Please note: This property has a min of 4 night stay
Reviews (26)
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Harry
Games room was very popular with grandchildren.
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Peter
Unfortunately the weather has got into the woodwork and made it very difficult to open the exterior doors. The games room was a bonus.
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Nigel
well worth renting .