Incredible 17thC thatched cottage and walled garden, cradled in Wiltshire countryside (sleeps 4 + 2 kids, or 6 + 2 kids in summer)
Space & setting.
*Brand new*
Slow down, unwind, and enjoy the simple pleasures at this utterly idyllic cottage cradled in Wiltshire countryside. Part-time home to James and Bex, a cinematographer and costume designer who split their time between Los Angeles and the UK, it’s s a creative, characterful haven designed for easy living. Once a pair of workman’s cottages, the house is a unique warren of rooms, beamed ceilings and boho-chic decor beneath a picture-book thatched roof. And with 2 double bedroom, a high bunk single and a baby cot room (plus a double bedroom in a separate annex for fairweather stays), there’s plenty of space for gathering friends and family.
In summer, the walled garden comes alive — play croquet on the lawn, pick fresh fruit from the apple, plum, and pear trees, plunder the greenhouse for herbs and vegetables, or simply lounge in the sunshine listening to the birds and the breeze. In colder months, admire the area’s iconic chalk horses on long rambles then curl up by the fire with a good book while dinner slow cooks in the Aga. An English countryside dream.
Getting here: train to Pewsey, then taxi (15 mins)
“My husband and I both work in film, so we travel a lot for work. We are based between Los Angeles and the UK, where we try to spend as much time as possible with family here in Wiltshire; all my siblings and parents are within a 20-minute drive. We purchased the cottage in early 2023 after deciding we needed more space than our 2-bed flat in Hackney. It was the first property we saw and we were instantly smitten! The previous family lived there for 30 years and had lovingly nurtured the garden, but the interiors needed a lot of work. We have slowly redecorated and evened out lots of the floors upstairs, some of which were sloping to over 1 foot across the room! We absolutely love spending time here.” Owners, Bex and James
They love
“Relaxing here, especially getting cosy by the fire in winter. It’s the perfect place to unwind and forget about the world.”
We love
The vintage bellows, by the open fire.
You may not love
3-night minimum stay. No phone reception inside (OK in the garden). Low doorways and steep stairs. Only 1 bathroom in the main house (see Specifics). No central heating in the annex (just an electric radiator) and the shower here is weak — best for summer stays only. Sorry, no pets.
Sustainability.
Tado heating system. Garden compost.
Surrounds.
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Avebury Stone Circle via Unsplash -
Devizes via Unsplash
- Stride across the fields to Planks Farm Shop to stock up on local produce, and stop for a kitchen lunch in their café.
- Or go for a countryside ramble to the pub and back again (30 mins’ walk each way).
- Rummage for antiques and vintage treasures in Digger and Mojo’s emporium.
- Walk through indigo-carpeted woodlands in bluebell season at nearby Erlestoke Woods.
- Kids will love the country village lifestyle: fetching eggs from the local honesty box and feeding carrots to the donkey neighbours.
- Take them to Bowood House too, which has an incredible playground.
- We love a lunch at Pythouse Kitchen Garden, with its enchanting 18thC walled garden.
- Or treat yourself to seafood at canalside At The Marina restaurant in Devizes.
- Avebury’s neolithic stone circles are even more impressive than Stonehenge in our mind; it’s a short drive away from the house.
Specifics.
- 18thC thatched cottage with annex in the heart of a lovely Wiltshire village
- One big downstairs, upstairs is in 2 separate halves
- One half: kingsize bedroom, baby cot room and bathroom with shower and clawfoot tub
- Other half: double bedroom + small bedroom with high single bunk (best for a child). Note those staying in this half of the house will have to go downstairs, round and up again to reach the shared bathroom, though there is an additional loo on the ground floor
- Annex with queensize bed and ensuite shower room. Note this annex is unheated so best for spring/summer stays
- Bathrobes
- Fully-equipped kitchen including Aga, 2 fridges, small freezer, oven and hob; basic supplies
- Lounge with Smart TV, children’s books, board games and cards
- WiFi and a desk
- Energy-efficient heating system; adjustments made using an app in the phone provided
- Garden with table and chairs for 8, daybed, BBQ/pizza oven and greenhouse
- Sorry, no pets
- Driveway with space for 2 cars
- Local caretaker available by phone
- Walk 30 mins or drive 2 mins to local farm shop and a pub
- Booking conditions: 3-night minimum stay
- Remember to pack: wellies and slippers
Book your stay.
*3 Nights For 2*
Book a 3 night stay during Feb or March and receive the 3rd night free.
Book via the calendar below and your discount will be automatically applied.
Surprise gift on arrival when you book with Kip!
30% deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 8+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £30 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 8 weeks of stay.
FAQs.
In 10am; out 3pm
Yes, you’ll find it in the green garden shed.
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