Guests say
Hen's Cottage in Chippenham, Wiltshire, is praised for its cleanliness, congenial host, and stunning location with views of the Avon valley. Guests enjoy the cottage's charm, modern bathroom, and garden. Some concerns were raised about the second bedroom's privacy and kitchen facilities, but overall, the cottage offers a comfortable and picturesque stay.
Guests are impressed with the cleanliness of the cottage, indicating high standards of hygiene and maintenance.
The cottage boasts a superb location with scenic views and easy access to local attractions, though amenities in the village are limited.
The cottage is described as cosy, spacious, and comfortable, with some attention needed for low ceilings. The second sleeping area's lack of privacy slightly impacts the comfort score.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-maintained bathroom and garden. However, the kitchen inventory and lighting could be improved, and the layout of the toilet area is noted as a negative.
While the reviews mention the host's congeniality and the cottage's charm, there is no specific reference to gifts or special thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
Located in the charming village of Bromham, Wiltshire is Hen's Cottage a two-bedroom home. Set rurally, in between the North Wessex Downs AONB and the Cotswolds AONB, whilst within reach of local amenities, Hen's Cottage offers a delightful base for a countryside break, complete with a private garden, original features, and a woodburning stove. Park up for free in the nearby residential car park, before travelling on foot for a short walk to the cottage. Head indoors and be met by the homely sitting room, complete with beamed ceilings, plush seating for three, a Smart TV, and a rustling woodburner. Continue through to the kitchen/diner, well-equipped to fulfil your self-catering needs, along with a handy utility, where you can also keep on top of your washing. Dine indoors under the beams, or locate the multi-level garden, with a dedicated patio area, lawn, and chimenea to light on the cooler evenings; you'll also find some external storage to store your bikes. As the sky grows darker, select between a double and a single bedroom, both serviced by a shower room and a cloakroom. Awaken to picturesque views across Wiltshire, before heading into the village to stock up on the essentials, and to make reservations at the popular Greyhound pub, recommended to visit for traditional fare. Fill your itinerary with sightseeing and hikes, along with the chance to visit the Wadworth Brewery Visitor Centre, where you can sample some of the local ale, discover the Caen Hill Locks, tour the remains of Lacock Abbey, or brush up on your local knowledge at the Chippenham Museum. Head into the sweeping countryside with your walking equipment in tow and trek up to Tan Hill, or stroll through the charming cobbled streets across the Cotswolds. The city of Bath is reachable by car, teaming with history and beauty, where you can visit The Roman Baths for some R&R, visit Bath Abbey, attend a show at the Theatre Royal, ramble through Sydney Gardens or practise your swing at the local golf club. Book your next Wiltshire break to Hen's Cottage.
In the South of England, between Calne and Redstocks, is the picturesque Wiltshire village of Bromham. The community serves as a fantastic starting point for exploring the local countryside, situated between the North Wessex Downs aonb and the Cotswolds aonb. The village has all the necessities—The Greyhound pub, a post office, a butcher, a primary school, a church, and a social centre—but more amenities may be found in Melksham. Numerous National Trust homes, charming gardens, and the Kennet & Avon Canal are close by. Additional attractions include tours of Lacock Abbey, stops at Chippenham Museum, and excursions through the expansive grounds of Roundway Down Iron Age Hill Fort. Incorporate a trip to Bath, in the west, into your itinerary by first stopping at The Little Zoo to observe wolves and crossing the River Avon. Then, explore the city's charming architecture and voluminous history by going to The Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, the Bath Approach Golf Course, and the Prior Park Landscape Garden.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x 4ft single.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Cloakroom with WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Free parking in a nearby public car park.
Front, multi-level garden with several lawned areas, patio with furniture, chimenea, and a shed for bike storage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles.
Note: This property only accepts children above the age of 7.
Note: There are steps and a steep path in the garden, which is not enclosed.
Note: There is limited headroom near the staircase.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: There are 2 steps up into the property; please take care
Nearby points of interest
- Castle Combe Village
- Victoria Art Gallery
- Roman Baths
- Thermae Bath Spa
- Jane Austen Centre
- Butterfly World & Farm Park
Reviews (6)
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Sven-stefan
When the weather got very hot during our stay, Helen bought a parasol so that we could continue to use the garden. Many thanks to Helen!
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Tim
Great view. 2. Decent local pub with good beer and friendly staff. 3. Easy access to Devizes and to the main neolithic sites in Wiltshire (which is why we were there). Main Negatives - in descending order 1. It's not really a 2 bed property - there is one bedroom and a space at the top of the stairs with a bed in it. The photos conceal this. 2. There is no door or ventilated lobby between the downstairs toilet and the kitchen and living room. Not to everyone's taste (including the local Building Control Section). 3. The kitchen lights are poorly positioned, so that the cooker top is shadowed by the cook.
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Floris
When the weather is nice you can enjoy the garden (gardens!) and the beautiful view (sunsets are lovely!). The low ceilings require some attention for anyone around 6 feet but also add to the charm of a authentic cottage. You can drive (reverse back) your car for quick unload / load of you suitcases etc. just around the corner of the cottage (where there used to be a village shop) - and then park your car at the end of The Chantry near the grass area of the Bromham Social Centre (a 5 minute walk). Not exceptional for rented cottages in general, but the kitchen inventory (particularly pans, glassware etc.) could be a bit more robust and a bit more focused on what is useful and necessary for a small temporary household that also wants to cook simple but tasty meals at home occasionally. The bathroom is modern and comfy, just as you would like it to be. The furnishings, especially the decoration and souvenirs, etc. could be tuned down in places, especially if it appears to be personal memorabilia of the owner or family. But the themes of the different rooms are certainly fun since adding some quirkiness! A bedside lamp with a stag head matches the wallpaper perfectly - so put one on the other side of the bed too so we both can enjoy reading! All in all, as a temporary resident you don't want to sit in an empty, clinical house (so well done!)- but on the other hand it is practical to have some "leftover" space here and there to put your own things (books, groceries, etc.) without immediately losing sight of them (so you know where to look when packing again). An empty kitchen cupboard (or two) is just handy! The owner is rightly proud of the property, but could scale down a bit on the number of (repeated) instructions in all kinds of places, because constant reminders sometimes makes you feel a bit too much of a temporary resident - a good, up-to-date & to-the-point welcome folder should suffice for guests able and willing to read & follow instructions. The village of Bromham itself is nice and quiet. It does not have many amenities (The Greyhound is quite a decent pub - and if you take the public footpath at the bottom of Hunts Mead it takes you to the Westbrook Inn within 20 minutes) but is close to Melksham (Devizes, Calne) for your shopping needs. There are several sights nearby, including some from the National Trust (e.g. Avebury) and we had fun looking (hunting) for the White Horses of Wiltshire. The two of us really enjoyed our stay at Hen's Cottage and can recommend it to anyone looking for their own temporary holiday spot where they can both relax and start exploring beautiful Wiltshire. Thank you for having us!