Guests say
Winterbourne Cottage receives praise for its quiet location, traditional furnishings, and well-kept garden. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, cleanliness, and the helpful caretaker. The village charm and proximity to local attractions are noted, though some mention the property can be cold and suggest improvements in heating and maintenance.
Most guests find the cottage clean and well-kept, though a few report issues with dust, cobwebs, and a musty smell upon arrival. The bathroom cleanliness and presence of woodlice are noted concerns.
The cottage is consistently described as being in a quiet, picturesque village with good access to local pubs and attractions. The lack of street lighting is seen as a positive by those seeking a natural environment.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the cottage spacious. However, several reviews mention the property being cold initially, suggesting the heating system could be improved for greater comfort.
The property is well-equipped according to guests, but some report issues with heating controls and suggest the addition of more basic supplies. The mention of outdated plumbing and the need for a deep clean also affect this score.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate the level of thoughtfulness. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Appealing in looks, Winterbourne Cottage is a charming and deceptively spacious place in which to enjoy a short break or longer holiday.
Set on the edge of the picturesque Wiltshire village of Chilmark, guests will enjoy spending time being part of this small rural community or a walk around its quiet, leafy lanes.
Perfectly positioned for visiting Stonehenge which is 25 minutes away. Salisbury, 30 minutes & the stunning National Trust property Stourhead Gardens.
Once inside, you'll find a bright and airy living room with french windows opening out onto a delightful rear garden: a lovely place to sit and listen to the hum of the bees and the birdsong as you enjoy a quiet drink or two.
A mix of traditional and modern furnishings gives a sense of 'times gone by' while at the same time ensuring guests have all the comforts they need to be able to relax.
A good choice for families or couples alike.
Chilmark, is a small, picturesque village, close to the Dorset border and in an area designated of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Lying some 11 miles to the west of the cathedral city of Salisbury, in the valley of the River Nadder, it is filled with pretty stone and thatched cottages and has an excellent 14th century pub as well as a 12th century church.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x super king size double (zip/link can be made up as twin beds upon request at the time of booking), 1 x twin beds.
Bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower attachment over.
Kitchen.
Living room.
Dining room.
Utilty room.
Central heating.
Oven, dishwasher and microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer.
TV, DVD, wifi.
Travel cot.
High chair which attaches to a dining chair.
Extra pull-out bed for a child only, for use in main bedroom or downstairs.
Front and rear garden.
Sorry no pets and no smoking.
Shop 3 miles.
Maximum of 4 adults.
Note: Please note should you wish to use the gas fire in the sitting room, bottled gas is £7.50 per week.
Please note owner only accepts minimum of 3 night stay.
Nearby points of interest
- Salisbury Museum
- Stonehenge
- Longleat Safari Park
Reviews (20)
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Lia
Bit chill in the evenings and the plumbing is medieval. Put in a nice shower, away with this old-fashioned baths. Nice collections of books and good information about where to go, to eat etc. Very helpful caretaker as well.
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Lynn
It smelt damp and foisty. It looked ok initially but it became apparent that proper cleaning wasnât great, there were areas that hadnât been touched for months. There were cobwebs between legs of chair in living room, all around the fire place, dense ones in corners. There also seemed to be an infestation of woodlice and I donât mean just one or two, they were crawling up the curtains each morning, across living room floor and in cupboard under sink. Although the bathroom in general was clean the bath taps were caked with limescale and gunge. The windows were filthy.Apart from that it is in a very pretty area but very remote, no facilities at all and the advertised village pub has been closed for some time.
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Martin
The house was well equipped and comfortable - if a little dated. Plenty of space and a good sized private garden. The underfloor heating was not controllable by the guests - and we found it a bit cold. But there is a coal-effect gas fire in the sitting room, which we did eventually get to work! Loads to visit and explore nearby, including Stonehenge. Great local history books in the house too.