Guests say
Orchard House Cottage receives high praise for its welcoming hosts, Debbie and Tim, and its comfortable, well-equipped setting. Guests consistently mention the clean and cosy environment, the beautiful garden with animals, and the thoughtful touches like a generous welcome pack. The property is ideal for families and pets, offering extensive outdoor space with play equipment and a safe environment for dogs. Its location is appreciated for being peaceful yet convenient for exploring local attractions.
Reviewers consistently highlight the immaculate condition of the cottage, noting its spotless presentation. The attention to cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience of the guests.
The cottage is praised for its peaceful setting and proximity to local amenities and attractions. Its location in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, provides a convenient base for exploring the Cotswolds and nearby historical sites.
Guests frequently commend the comfort of the cottage, mentioning the very comfortable furniture and the cosy atmosphere. The property's environment and amenities contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
The facilities at Orchard House Cottage are highly regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen, extensive garden areas, and entertainment options like a fire pit and play equipment. The presence of a catery for feline guests is also noted as a unique and thoughtful facility.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is a recurring theme, with guests touched by the generous welcome pack and fresh eggs. While these gifts greatly enhance the experience, it is politely noted that such offerings, while common, are at the hosts' discretion.
About this property
Sitting in the heart of Malmesbury, Wiltshire is this idyllic, single-storey holiday home of Orchard House Cottage. A delightful base for two couples or a family of four's break in the Cotswolds, Orchard House Cottage rests on the same site as a handy cattery, so you can bring along your feline friends, as well as being home to chickens and ducks for you to visit. After parking up in one of the off-road spots, progress inside to find a well-presented kitchen/diner, where a range of quality appliances await, so the chef of the group can easily rustle up home-cooked delights, to be enjoyed at the four-seater dining table. After dining together, progress to the sitting room and sink back into the sumptuous sofa or armchair whilst the TV entertains you and the woodburning stove warms you up. When sleep calls, retire to one of the two delightful bedrooms, a double and a twin, both of which feature zip/linked beds, along with handy storage space and contemporary décor throughout. The family bathroom rests nearby and hosts a p-shaped bath for you to relax your muscles after hiking through the nearby Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Make the most of the fabulous site and wander down to the charming chickens, embark on a stroll through the idyllic lawns during the day, or settle down in front of the flickering flames of the fire pit as you marvel at the stars above. Get acquainted with your surroundings by visiting the Radnor Arms across the road, and there is a bus stop there to take you directly into Malmesbury, where the delights of The Smoking Dog and The Kings Arms serve up hearty meals, the River Avon and Tetbury Avon offer riverside strolls and The Abbey House Garden offers tours of its stunning gardens. Why not visit Bowood House, or travel to Westonbirt, home to the iconic Westonbirt Arboretum, where a plethora of walking trails amidst the stunning scenery along with an esteemed golf course can be found? Venture to the market town of Chippenham to find more outdoor delights, including Vincients Wood and John Coles Park, along with the historic Chippenham Museum. The thriving spots of Tetbury, Cirencester and Bath are within reach and offer even more attractions to experience. Choose Orchard House Cottage for a holiday to look back on in years to come.
The picturesque market town of Malmesbury, nestled on a hill in the southern Cotswolds, dates back to the Iron Age and is said to be the oldest borough in England. Abbey House Gardens, home to 'The Naked Gardeners,' is situated in Malmesbury (Note: The gardeners are dressed during normal opening hours), and the annual Womad Music Festival is held nearby in Charlton Park. An annual carnival, and numerous independent shops, cafés, and traditional pubs can also be found here.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 2 x double (zip/link, can be twin on request).
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Electric central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x TVs one with Sky, Netflix and Disney, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and Highchair available.
Off-road parking.
Rear lawns with furniture and fire pit.
Bike storage.
Designated off-road parking space for 2 cars.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: There is a private cattery on site for guests who wish to bring cats, available at an extra charge.
Please let the owner know prior to arrival if you wish to bring a cat.
Note: This property rests on the same site as the owner's home, please consider this when booking.
Note: There is a step up to the bathroom, please take care..
Please note that the bed arrangements well be set up automatically as a double - please let us now if you require twins.
Nearby points of interest
- Castle Combe Village
- Butterfly World & Farm Park
- Swindon and Cricklade Railway
- Corinium Museum
- STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Reviews (63)
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Elizabeth
The best one we have stayed in. Lots of extras, in fact Debbie & Tim had worked relentlessly to ensure everything was on hand. Lovely hamper to welcome us, fresh eggs from their own chickens, bread, butter, jam, biscuits, prosecco, squash, milk, chocolates etc. Tea, coffee, sugar, dried herbs, olive oil already in the well stocked kitchen. Everything was on hand, we didn't want for anything. The local pub was 5 mins walk away & we had excellent meals there, & they were very dog friendly too. The cottage itself was very warm with new electric CH & a great wood burner. Tv was a Sky Glass in the lounge & a normal Tv in the kitchen. Both bedrooms were of equal size & the beds were very comfortable. The weather was not good. Storm Bert hit us but we were fine, despite some flooded roads. We still managed to visit local towns & villages. Corston has a Recreation Ground a short walk away & we walked our dog there each day. The cottage came with substantial grounds ( a firepit & children's play equipment) & a large mown field. Ideal for dog walking around late at night because it was illuminated with a mix of solar & sensor lights. The owners had their own chickens & ducks, & fed the birds each day, so there was plenty of wildlife to watch. Hedgehogs were rampant at night time. Apparently one night 8 individuals were sighted! I highly recommend Orchard cottage.
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Janet
Everything that we needed was provided, and more! Access to Netflix was appreciated. It was a quiet location and the squirrels and birds outside in the bird feeder kept us amused. The host took the time to demonstrate how to fill and light the wood burner, which was very effective on the colder days and lots of wood was provided for our stay.
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Kathryn
The owners are incredibly helpful and friendly. Wonderful dog and child friendly area including play equipment and outdoor fire pit and bbq. One of the best cottages we have stayed in and look forward to returning in the future.