Situated within the quaint village of Steeple Ashton, Tiptoe is a great base for holidaymakers wanting to explore both Somerset and Wiltshire. The property itself is a recently renovated lodge, perfect for couples and dog walkers. Located next door to the owner, it is just a stone’s throw away from the local pub which offers scrumptious home cooked food and great local ales.
There are plenty of lovely walking routes and attractions to see close by, including Longleat with its safari park which makes for a great family day out. Trowbridge, 5 miles, has excellent facilities such as shops, restaurants, parks and a cinema. You can reach Bath in under an hour’s drive, with its famous abbey and Georgian architecture, and you must try the Thermae Bath Spa, this is a real treat. Stonehenge and Avebury are close by, and you will be spoilt for choice with the range of National Trust properties nearby, including Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village, Stourhead and Dyrham Park to name a few. The nearby railway stations at Trowbridge and Westbury have direct links to London. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

A charming Grade II terrace resting in Downton, Wiltshire. Woodburning stove. Private parking. Close to amenities. Fordingbridge 6.2 miles; Salisbury 8.3 miles.

Relax and unwind in comfort at this beautifully presented cottage, tucked away peacefully within close proximity to the majestic Cotwolds. This is the ideal place for romantic escapes, rural retreats and blissful breaks.
Situated in a quaint village, amidst a backdrop of glorious countryside, Hayleaze Farm Holiday Cottage has been lovingly presented boasting spacious living areas, a well-equipped kitchen and a cosy bedroom with kingsize bed. Outside, the patio with garden furniture provides the perfect place for al fresco dining on a sunny day, or for simply kicking back and unwinding with a glass of wine whilst marvelling over the starry sky.

If you’d prefer to indulge in something a little more special, why not take a short stroll to the local pub and enjoy home cooked food and a splash of fine local ale, or venture a little further to the charming market town of Malmesbury where you’ll find a plethora of independent gift shops, restaurants and stunning 12th-century abbey. Nearby, there are quintessentially English villages and lively market towns with breathtaking landscapes and scenic trails, gardens and bridleways waiting to be explored.
The vibrant towns of Cheltenham, Cirencester, Tewkesbury and Stroud provide a host of eclectic gift shops, quaint pubs and restaurants. They also features a wealth of festivals and events throughout the year. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

This excellent terraced house resides in Malmesbury, Wilteshire. WiFi. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. Chippenham 10.4 miles; Cirencester 14.8 miles; Bath 24 miles

The Dairy and The Parlour (refs UK33601 and UK33602) are stunning Cotswold stone barns, situated at the end of a tree-lined private driveway in an idyllic setting with beautiful countryside and lake views. Both are perfect, family holiday cottages which offer a traditional cottagey feel, with modern furnishings creating an excellent fusion of old and new. Benefiting from underfloor heating powered by a low-carbon, silent heat-pump ensuring you have a cosy and relaxing stay. The garden has a paved patio and beautiful views of the lake and the rural landscape of Wiltshire.
The barns are nestled in the Wiltshire countryside, yet only 5 minutes’ drive from the charming Saxon town of Cricklade and just 90 minutes from London. The picturesque High Street nurtures a wide selection of amenities, including a supermarket, award-winning butcher, traditional grocer, a micro-brewery, several quality pubs, and a variety of restaurants. Tourist highlights are the National Nature Reserve at North Meadow, home to the rare ’Snakeshead Fritillary’ flowers in the Spring and singing skylarks and the splendid 12th-century church, plus the Swindon & Cricklade Steam Railway.
For those wishing to be more active, there are plenty of opportunities locally including golf, horse riding, a gym and indoor swimming pool. The surrounding countryside makes this an ideal location for walking, running, or cycling. The idyllic setting of Hornbeam Grange provides a haven for wildlife; local roe deer groups make frequent visits to the adjacent fields, and birds of prey are regular visitors to the skies of the immediate area.
The nearby Cotswold Water Park has outstanding sporting facilities for all ages including water skiing, cable wakeboarding, sailing, clay pigeon shooting, wildlife walks and angling. Cricklade also has a leisure centre with a gym and swimming pool. Cirencester, the ’capital of the Cotswolds’, is within a 15-minute drive and offers a comprehensive range of shops and services including a supermarket, a wealth of varied independent shops, well regarded restaurants and unique cafés. There is much Roman history to explore, including an amphitheatre.
Polo at Cirencester Park and eventing at both Gatcombe and Badminton are excellent chances to sample the infamous British Summer Social Season. Swindon is 9 miles away which has a comprehensive range of shops and services, including the McArthur Glen Designer Outlet shopping village, in addition to a full range of entertainment venues including cinemas, ice-skating, bowling, soft play and karting, plus many more. 2 pubs within 1½ miles.
The Dairy (ref UK33601) and The Parlour (ref UK33602) can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.

A traditional former mill resting in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside outside the centre of Devizes. Hot tub. Original features throughout. Set within 5.5 acres. Family holidays. Avebury 9.9 miles; Bath 21.2 miles; Salisbury 24 miles.

If you are searching for an idyllic and romantic break, look no further. This luxurious and perfectly styled shepherds hut is situated in such a pretty location with far reaching views towards Salisbury’s impressive Cathedral spire and furnished with care and attention to detail to make your stay perfect. With an open plan living space with dining area and a small kitchen separate double bedroom and luxurious shower room this hut offers everything you need for a relaxing, getting away from it all break. If you would like to make your stay extra special or if you have something to celebrate, please enquire direct with the owner after making your booking, about adding a hamper full of local produce available for £40.
Enjoy the simple pleasures in life and enjoy the fresh county air, take a stroll to the village pub, just a few hundred metres away, or grab the bubbly and hop into your own private hot tub and take in the view! You may not want to leave your peaceful bolthole, but if you do, the the historic city of Salisbury is well worth a visit, a little further afield and a little less peaceful Thruxton race circuit offers you an adrenaline fix from karting to supercars. Shop and restaurant 3½ miles, pub 350 yards.

Shepherds Hut Retreat is just that, in every sense! From the moment you pull up to this perfectly formed shepherds hut, you will be greeted by the stunning rural setting with far reaching views towards Salisbury Cathedral across unspoilt countryside. Open the door and step inside this charming bolthole, where you can relax, switch off your phone and relish the stunning location.
A cosy open plan living space that is perfectly formed, with a separate bedroom and luxurious shower room offering all the home comforts you need. Outside you will find a table and chairs from which to enjoy an evening drink or just sit and admire the views, or jump into the hot tub and watch the sunset or gaze at the stars. If you would like to make your stay extra special or if you have something to celebrate, please enquire direct with the owner after making your booking, about adding a hamper full of local produce available for £40.
If you can tear yourself away, the historic cathedral city of Salisbury is well worth a visit, where you can explore the wide range of independent shops and places to eat or simply stroll into the village of Alderbury, which is just 350 yards away, where you can enjoy a drink with lunch or dinner in the village pub. Shop and restaurant 3½ miles, pub 350 yards.

These two lovely, semi-detached cottages have been beautifully restored by the owners who have a long history with the properties. Olde Oak Cottage (ref UK12890) is situated on the old A303 route and used to be a tearoom so many people may remember stopping here for a cup of tea and slice of cake whilst on their travels. It is steeped in history and the owners aim to relive this through its tasteful decoration, including exposed brick walls and two beautiful open fireplaces, one of which houses a wood burner. Oak Cottage (ref UKC4635) is an 18th century cottage of natural stone and render elevations and has been restored during late 2020 and Spring 2021 and is within 100 yards of the village centre.
Zeals is in an ideal location, with the World Heritage site of Stonehenge being only 23 miles to the east. The Jurassic Coastline, including Weymouth, Bournemouth, is approximately 45 miles and Weston-super-Mare on the Bristol Channel also 45 miles away. Bath, another World Heritage is 25 miles to the north. Other local attractions include Haynes Motor Museum and The Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton both of which are only a 30-minute drive. Aerospace Bristol housing Concorde and the large shopping centres at Cabot Circus and Cribbs Causeway make for another good day. The cathedral city of Salisbury, 23 miles to the east and The New Forest make for a pleasant day out. The National Trust’s Stourhead House and Gardens is only one mile away. This is an all year round attraction with magnificent Rhododendrons in Spring, wonderful walks in the summer and stunning autumn colours. There is a Christmas Festival of Light during December and January. The cottages are 1-mile away from the Stour Valley Way, a well-trodden footpath from Stourhead to Christchurch in Dorset following the River Stour to this beautiful priory town. A wonderful collection of pubs are located nearby, one is just 150 yards away and two more are a 3-minute drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 300 yards.
The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.

The main house is a unique, Grade II listed, Georgian manor house nestled in 25 acres of Wiltshire countryside. This beautiful detached property features a games room in the basement, a ’secret’ walled garden and well-equipped accommodation for families, friends or couples who enjoy holidaying together, and with 9 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms, this makes the ideal choice. Set in private grounds, this charming house has a modern, eclectic, English country decor theme throughout. For those who prefer ground floor accommodation, there is a double bed in the library, which has an en-suite, with a shower and toilet. This shower room has also been designed as a place for washing down your four-legged friends after country walks. The kitchen centres around an Aga, and has a farmhouse-style table, along with all the facilities needed to enjoy a self-catering holiday. On the first floor, known as the Georgian Wing, there are 5 bedrooms, all with a private bathroom. Two of these have super kingsize, timber beds, two have zip and link super kingsize beds, and the other has 2 single beds with matching trundle beds, sleeping up to 4. This room has use of the bathroom just across the landing, while the other 4 bedrooms have en-suites. The Victorian Wing was originally designed as a nursery and servant’s quarters, which has now been made into a further 4 bedrooms, each with their own en-suite. Each of these rooms consist of a super kingsize zip and link beds, two of which are typically set up as twin beds and two as super kings. Guests can enjoy exclusive use of the grounds, which include a walled ’secret’ garden next to the house. There is also a large lawned area for outdoor dining, sunbathing, reading and relaxing. For those who enjoy a walk, there is a 1.5km woodland path behind the house. To the front of the house, an additional large lawned area can be used for games with the children. For those who may be celebrating a special occasion, or perhaps looking to treat yourself, a private chef can be arranged to cook some or all meals during your stay (by arrangement with owner, at cost). There is also a 1-bedroom annexe called The Nook which is also available on the Henge Estate and can be booked under a separate listing.
If you fancy venturing out, Stonehenge is just over 5 minutes’ away, and Salisbury is just over 20 minutes’. The local village is half a mile away and has a convenience store, a pub serving local ales and a restaurant. There are many places to visit within easy reach including Bath, Marlborough, Winchester, Southampton and Shaftesbury. For those who enjoy history, visit Stonehenge, Woodhenge, Durrington Walls, Avebury Henge and stone circles, Alexander Keiller Museum, Andover Iron Age Museum, and many castles dotted around the area. Longleat Safari and Adventure Park, Paultons Park and Peppa Pig World and Finkley Down Farm are within reach, and for those who enjoy outdoor activity, they can book horse riding, fishing, art, golf, festivals and markets, there is plenty within a short drive. Shop ¾ mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.