Guests say
The Cider Barn in Warminster, Wiltshire, receives high praise for its cleanliness, peaceful rural location, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, comfortable furnishings, and the thoughtful touches from the host, Amanda. While most experiences are positive, one guest had an allergic reaction, but this seems an isolated incident. The property is ideal for those seeking a quiet break with easy access to local attractions and nature.
Guests consistently mention that The Cider Barn is presented in an exceptionally clean and tidy condition, with several reviews highlighting its spotlessness. This suggests a very high standard of cleanliness.
The property is praised for its quiet rural setting with easy access to footpaths, local towns, and attractions. Its proximity to both the A303 and A350 is noted as convenient for exploring the area.
Numerous guests have commented on the comfortable furnishings, particularly the bed, and the cosy atmosphere of the barn. The spaciousness and homely feel contribute to the overall comfort.
The Cider Barn is described as well-equipped and maintained, with a full-size freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, and other amenities. The facilities meet guests' needs for both short and extended stays.
Reviews frequently mention the host's thoughtfulness, including welcoming gestures such as biscuits and other goodies. While these kind gestures are greatly appreciated by guests, it should be noted that such personal touches, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The Cider Barn is conveniently located 2 miles south of the A303, outside the village of West Knoyle on the Wiltshire side of the border with Dorset. Nestled on the edge of Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it benefits not only from being surrounded by beautiful countryside but enjoys the most magical night skies, being in one of the few areas of the UK with an International Dark Sky Reserve status. Cider Barn is located in the grounds of the owner’s farmhouse, with easy access to the farm’s fields and woodland that is connected to a network of public pathways. Whatever time of year you come there will always be something of interest whether wild garlic in the woods in the spring, breath-taking sunsets or the neighbouring bison and elk grazing in the fields, along with the plethora of wildlife that can be spotted, including our resident barn owl, bats, buzzards, hawks, stoats, deer, muntjacs and butterflies. This spacious, modern barn conversation with a studio layout provides the perfect environment to unwind with a relaxing seating area where you can put your feet up as you enjoy watching the wall-mounted Smart TV, or simply help yourself to a book or play boardgames! A separate, well-equipped kitchen with plenty of storage space holds all you need for rustling up some fantastic dishes including a large range cooker, with a dining area for enjoying your meal. There is an en-suite shower room conveniently placed next to the sleeping area which boasts a drop-down king-size bed. Sit and relax in the garden area outside as you plan the rest of the holiday’s activities, and in case you need to work during your stay, the property has good quality broadband and WiFi. Being located in the centre of the Southwest of England, Cider Barn is convenient as a touring base, with easy access to Longleat Safari Park, the National Trust’s Stourhead House and Gardens, Stonehenge, Bath, Glastonbury, Wells, Frome, the Saxon hilltop town of Shaftesbury and Salisbury with its stunning cathedral. A visit to the beautiful Dorset coast is only an hour away, with many guests choosing to visit Lulworth Cove, Sandbanks in Poole or Burton Bradstock. For those that enjoy walking, there are a multitude of wonderful walks on the Cranborne Chase, Wessex Ridgeway, Wiltshire Downs and Blackmore Vale and maps provided of suggested walks for guests. The area is popular with cyclists due to the quiet roads, beautiful scenery and fantastic and atmospheric country pubs that are plentiful, with the property boasting undercover bike storage. For those who enjoy the thrill of mountain biking, Windhill mountain bike park is close-by, so don’t forget your bike! Providing luxurious style throughout, this immaculate Wiltshire holiday cottage offers a charming retreat for a couple or a single person in a wondrous spot where you can slow down and enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside or a romantic break.
Resting in southwest Wiltshire, England, is the small village and civil parish of West Knoyle. Offering a small choice of pubs, restaurants and shops for your amenities. Close to the Cranborne Chase aonb for a range of countryside trails for walking and cycling opportunities, whilst Mere provides a larger choice of amenities.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Studio accommodation with drop-down king-size double bed, sitting area and dining area.
Separate shower, basin and WC.
Separate kitchen/breakfast room.
Oil central heating.
Range cooker with LPG hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, CD/radio, iPod dock, Xbox, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road under-cover parking for one car and space for another.
Undercover bike storage.
Separate garden area with furniture and access to owner's surrounding fields and woods.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.5 miles.
Note: No children under 7.
Note: The owner has one friendly dog.
Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times when outside.
Note: As well as the main farmhouse, there is another holiday cottage on site Ref.
1019004 sleeping four guests which can be booked alongside this one.
The charging of electric cars is not permissible at the property
Nearby points of interest
- Longleat Safari Park
- Haynes International Motor Museum
Reviews (35)
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Ian
Ample parking with plenty of space for dog exercise. Very quiet and peaceful with absolutely no negatives. Would recommend unreservedly and would happily stay again.
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William
The barn is furnished at a very high standard, comfortable and homely and we think it has spoilt us when looking for other holiday accommodation. Location is excellent for Stourhead National Trust house and garden, Shaftsbury, Old Wardour Castle, Frome, Stonehenge, Salisbury and it is 48 mins from Bishops Castle in Wells. A lovely welcome from Amanda, a wealth of information provided as well as milk, biscuits, coffee. tea and chocolate drink. We can thoroughly recommend staying at the Cider Barn.
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Carl
The property is in a lovely rural location with some stunning views all around. If we're in that area again we would definitely look to stay again in the future.