Dog-friendly North Wessex Downs

These fantastic semi-detached holiday properties are situated within the owner’s extensive landscaped grounds, with beautiful views across the Wiltshire countryside. These single-storey barn conversions, Bluebell Barn (ref UK12792) and Buttercup Barn (ref UK12963), have been decorated to a high standard with underfloor heating throughout. The properties’ courtyards lead out to public footpaths from which you can explore thousands of acres of the surrounding countryside. Long Barn Cottages are situated on a stud farm. You also have access to the owner’s grounds which house a decked pond area and beautiful summerhouse, great for those balmy summer evenings.
Nearby is the village of Royal Wootton Bassett, the historic market town of Marlborough, Amesbury and Avebury Henge, all just a short drive away. There are plenty of National Trust sites close by including Stonehenge with its mystical stones, as well as Stourhead and the village of Lacock. There are great shopping opportunities at the Swindon Designer Outlet, or the World Heritage city of Bath is under an hour’s drive away. Shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 4 guests.

Come and indulge yourself at IIsley Farm, an attractive cluster of luxurious barns nestled in the rolling countryside of Berkshire. This is the perfect place for blissful escapes, rural adventures and memorable breaks with friends and family whatever time of year you choose to visit.
These former barns (1 The Pheasant ref UK31228, 2 The Pheasant ref UK31229, The Gallops ref UKC4259, The Downs ref UK33749 and Partridge ref UK33748) are located on a working arable farm and have been sympathetically restored to the highest standards to uncover much of their original charm and character boasting exposed beams with imposing vaulted ceilings, stone walls and lots of wonderful welcome touches have been added for that ultimate relaxation experience.

Step inside and in each property you will be greeted with a large open plan living space which flows seamlessly through to the exquisite kitchen areas, providing the perfect place to cook up your favourite meal, or simply kick back and unwind following a busy day’s adventure! Each bedroom has been tastefully presented with the highest level of comfort in mind, dressed in crisp white bed linen and all bedrooms with the added bonus of en-suite facilities. Outside, the wide open space with south facing patio makes the ideal place to relax, enjoy outdoor games or even al fresco dining on a sunny day!

Berkshire, famed for its connections with the Royal family, is full of character and hosts a wealth of charming towns and villages and countryside to explore make this county the perfect antidote to escape the hustle and bustle of modern day living. The bustling market town of Newbury is within easy reach and is home to a plethora of traditional ale houses and thriving restaurants set along the glistening banks of the River Kennet. The vibrant high street offers a good mix of well-known high street names, local independent shops and is also home to the Corn Exchange arts centre providing a wide variety of entertainment and a cinema complex. Other places of interest nearby include Newbury Racecourse, Highclere Castle, Donnington Castle, Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre and the prestigious Windsor Castle. Whatever your adventure, this wonderful collection of luxury accommodation will be waiting for you when you return from your days out exploring. Kick off your boots, pour a glass of wine and relax in your Ilsley rural adventure.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 42 guests.

Hatchers Barn is joined to Olivers Barn – also available to rent – a perfect add on for larger groups. They mirror each other and are two beautiful barn conversions in the stunning North Wessex Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. They are the perfect properties for both family and friend groups looking for excellent quality accommodation to reunite and get together in a beautiful part of the country. They can be booked together to sleep up to 16 or as two completely separate houses of 8. It’s a wonderland for walkers with a footpath from the front door which will take you into the beautiful countryside. Cycling is also very popular in this area with plenty of routes to take and discover.
Other local attractions and activities in the area include Barbury shooting school, Lambourn racing stables, Newbury Racecourse, Highclere Castle (also known as the filming location for Downton Abbey), Avebury Stone Circle, Donnington Castle, Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre, and the prestigious Windsor Castle.