This inviting property, comfortably accommodating up to five guests and your fury friend, exudes warmth and character, boasting rustic beams that tell tales of its storied past. Indulge in the unique blend of history and comfort that The Old Smithy offers, creating lasting memories in a setting that feels like a true home away from home.
As you step into the ground floor, you’ll find a cosy living area with exposed brickwork and equipped with a Smart TV for your entertainment. The open-plan kitchen and dining room creates a convivial space, ideal for shared meals and leisurely gatherings. Through the kitchen, the enclosed garden awaits, offering a spot for al fresco moments with outdoor seating to enjoy the fresh country air. Ascending to the first floor, discover the thoughtfully arranged sleeping quarters. A kingsize bedroom awaits, complemented by a snug single bedroom. The family bathroom, complete with both a bath and a shower cubicle, provides a private oasis for relaxation. Venturing up to the second floor, a spacious kingsize bedroom welcomes you with open arms. The attic setting adds a touch of seclusion, ensuring a peaceful night’s rest.
Embark on a week of exploration, starting with the enchanting Georgian Bath just 14 miles away. Discover Roman baths, pump rooms, Pultney Bridge, and The Royal Crescent. Nearby Bradford upon Avon showcases Saxon, medieval, and Tudor heritage. The surrounding countryside is a haven for walkers and cyclists, offering numerous trails leading to National Trust properties like Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum, Stourhead, and Dyrham Park. Within 13 miles lies the captivating Longleat Safari and Adventure Park, a delightful experience for all ages. The Old Smithy provides a perfect base for accessing major attractions such as Longleat, Stonehenge, Glastonbury, Salisbury, Cotswold Water Park, Bowood, Devizes, Weston-Super-Mare, Wells, Cheddar Gorge, and Wookey Hole.

These delightful properties, converted into comfortable holiday cottages, stand in the grounds of the owners’ working farm (care needed with children) and equestrian centre (guests can bring own horse or pony by arrangement). The Granary (ref W43949) is a spacious barn and has been restored, taking care to use many of the original features and characteristics of its original life as a granary – the beams, the grain bag pulley system and other unknown objects have been put to good use. Both The Coach House (ref 15661) and Hog Pits (ref 18961) are all on one level and have a cosy woodburner. They all have an enclosed garden with lovely views over the countryside. The chickens and pigs are a delight to watch in their free range enclosures. This is the perfect holiday base from which to explore the many attractions Wiltshire has to offer – just 5 miles from the M4 yet in a completely rural setting. There are many footpaths and cycle routes in the surrounding area, with the Wiltshire and Berkshire canal towpaths also nearby. Within a short drive are the picturesque villages of Lacock and Castle Combe, both favourite locations for TV and film directors. Lacock features in Harry Potter, Downton Abbey and Pride and Prejudice, and Castle Combe was the backdrop for War Horse. Chippenham is an old market town with good shopping facilities and Devizes is on the Kennet and Avon canal with the famous Caen locks. Bradford on Avon is often referred to as a ‘mini Bath’ with splendid Georgian architecture and a bustling community. The Roman spa city of Bath itself is a short drive and a must visit for a day out, with many famous sights to explore such as the museums, the abbey, Pulteney Bridge and the Roman baths to name but a few. Bowood House has magnificent gardens and adventure playground, and the famous ancient sites and stone circles at Stonehenge and Avebury are well worth a visit. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles. Properties 15661, 18961 and W43949 can be booked together to accommodate up to 15 guests.

Peacefully set amidst meadows and woodland on the edge of a village, this delightful and spacious converted barn enjoys comfortable holiday accommodation in a courtyard setting and its own private terrace and garden. Set just a short stroll from the local dining pub, it makes an excellent base for a relaxing break, within easy reach of the Cotswolds, Bath, Stonehenge, Westonbirt Arboretum and Cotswold Water Park – all a short drive. Malmesbury’s 12th-century abbey and famous gardens, quaint shops and restaurants are just 3 miles.

In the glorious setting of the Cotswold Hills, this beautifully converted old stables makes an ideal base for exploring a myriad of fascinating attractions including the elegant city of Bath, 20 miles, Westonbirt Arboretum and the antique shops of Tetbury. Adjoining the owners’ home, it sits on their working farm in the attractive village of Sherston just 0.25 miles from shops and inns serving food and 5 miles from Malmesbury’s good shops, gardens and abbey. Cotswold Water Park is within easy reach and Broadway, Stow-on-the-Wold, Burford, Bibury and Oxford are all well worth a visit as are Lacock Abbey and Dyrham Park (NT). Swindon’s famous railway museum and outlet shopping are 20 miles.

This delightful one bedroom property, built in 2014, is a detached single storey annexe in the grounds of the owner’s larger property with views over undulating Wiltshire countryside. Parking is shared with the owner in the main drive and a well-lit 37m public footpath leads from the main drive to the rental property. The property has its own small garden area and an aspect that faces away from the owner’s house. With a footpath adjacent to the house there is access to open countryside right from your doorstep.
Inside is light, spacious and airy with a wood burning stove and newly fitted kitchen. The owner has furnished the property in a simple yet stylish fashion with good quality dining table, sofa and chairs. All is open plan and the light from various windows creates a charming airy feel. There is one bedroom and a bathroom with toilet.
Broomley Cottage, in the village of Winterslow, will suit couples or professionals looking for a break or a base to explore Salisbury, (only 20 minutes’ drive) or the beautiful surrounding Wiltshire/Hampshire countryside.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Oakfield is a wonderful house that offers ideal accommodation for families or friends to use as a relaxed weekend bolthole, but is also ideally located to use as a base for a longer stay from which to explore this wonderful part of Wiltshire. The property itself provides 3 bedrooms, a kingsize, twin and a double room with a small double bed suitable for one person. Along with this there are 3 bathrooms, a good sized living/dining room with smart TV along with a well fitted kitchen along with a utility room, outside a fully enclosed garden is perfect for kids and dogs to run around in safety.
The village itself is well served with a well-stocked Coop shop and a village pub, both just a short stroll from the house. Shrewton is perfectly located to explore the vast wildlife haven that is Salisbury Plain. The impressive Neolithic stones of Stonehenge are a short drive away as is the stunning Cathedral City of Salisbury and is well worth a visit with a fabulous selection of independent shops, pubs and eateries and of course the impressive cathedral. For the perfect family trip Longleat House and Safari Park is just half an hour’s drive away and is certain to impress guests of all ages. A little further afield, the stunning city of Bath famous for its Spa and majestic Royal Crescent is well worth a trip. Whatever you reason for choosing Oakfield, we are certain this holiday home and setting will have you longing to return.