A stunning ceremonial county in the south west of England, Wiltshire boasts a rich history, unspoilt scenery, quaint villages and a host of exciting attractions, including one of the world's most famous prehistoric monuments. Home to a large Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the breath-taking landscapes to be found in Wiltshire are reason alone to make this a must for anyone seeking a truly memorable UK holiday. Read more
Apple Tree Cottage is a ‘chocolate box’ pretty thatched dog-friendly cottage set on a peaceful woodland lane in the quiet village of East Grimstead near the Wiltshire/Hampshire border. It places you at the centre of fantastic places like Stonehenge, the New Forest and Southampton and is ideal if you seek a fun-filled holiday full of country walks, shopping, history, and outdoor pursuits.
Lantern House is exceptionally family-friendly and offers spacious holiday accommodation for five adults/children plus two babies/toddlers under two years in the Wiltshire village of Sherston within the Cotswolds AONB. Close to Westonbirt National Arboretum and the areas many attractions (including Tetbury), this well presented character Cotswolds house provides a good base for exploring Central England.
Indulge your country cottage dreams in this 16th Century thatched holiday retreat. The Blue Cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms. It is ideal for couples or families and has a modern kitchen and bathroom sitting harmoniously beside thick cobb walls and original oak beams. The detached holiday home has a wonderfully rustic charm and is surrounded by fields and gardens and only 300 metres from the welcoming Horseshoe Inn in Ebbesbourne Wake. It's part of the Cranbourne Chase AONB, and beautiful walks lead in all directions from the village. Shaftesbury and Salisbury are 10 miles away. Stonehenge is half an hour's drive, with Bath, Glastonbury, Longleat and the Dorset Coast also within reach for days out.
Duck's Cottage is in a quiet spot in the South Wessex Downs AONB and the beautiful Vale of Pewsey. The location is idyllic, being on the family-run arable Charlton Manor Farm on the edge of Charlton St Peter - one of the most picturesque villages in all of Wiltshire. There are fantastic places to walk and cycle from the door, with attractions like Stonehenge and the stone circles at Avebury within easy reach. Swindon, Salisbury, Winchester and Bath are all under an hour's drive away, giving you the opportunity of mixing days pursuing country activities with days shopping, sightseeing and dining out. Duck's Cottage sleeps six people in three bedrooms and suits families with older children (aged 10 and over welcome) and friends as well as couples who like a little extra space.
A newly converted holiday home on a working farm in a wonderful part of Wiltshire in the pretty village of East Grafton (AONB). An ideal base for exploring the areas many attractions including Savernake Forest, the Kennet and Avon Canal, Stonehenge, Salisbury, Devizes, Avebury and Marlborough to name a few. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
This large holiday cottage in the Cotswolds sleeps up to 15 people and is newly refurbished throughout. Mews Cottage is just over a mile from the market town of Bradford on Avon, where you will find everything you need for a relaxed self-catering holiday, including pubs and restaurants if you don't want to cook! Bath, Stonehenge and Longleat are all within easy reach, as are beautiful walks through the Wiltshire countryside and along the Kennet and Avon Canal. There is plenty of space whether you're a big family, on holiday with your extended family or catching up with friends. Bookings, including short breaks, are available all year round.
Formerly the stable block, this recent conversion provides modern well presented self-catering accommodation for families and friends who want to enjoy a taste of country living. Surrounded by glorious Wiltshire scenery in the picturesque village of East Grafton within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The Hen House sits on a working farm. An excellent base for exploring the many attractions of the area including world famous Stonehenge, Salisbury, Avebury stone circles, Savernake Forest, Devizes, Marlborough and the Kennet and Avon Canal. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Providing a high level of contemporary style throughout, Owl Lodge is a welcoming self-catering holiday rental offering couples the chance to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life in a tranquil setting amongst Wiltshire countryside. Wonderful walks and cycle rides from the front door and a haven for wildlife with Bentley Woods on the doorstep.
This lovely holiday home is in the heart of the Wiltshire village of Mere. It's perfect for couples or independent travellers who appreciate being within walking distance of three pubs, a small supermarket, excellent grocers, and several takeaways. Mere is on the edge of the Cranborne Chase AONB, and there are spectacular walks from the village. Local attractions include Stourhead Gardens, Longleat, Laycock Abbey, and Barrington Court. Bath is half an hour's drive from The Old School House while Stonehenge, Glastonbury, Wells Cathedral, and Salisbury are under an hour's drive. The Jurassic Coast and sights like Durdle Door are also within easy reach for a day out. The Old School House sleeps two people in one bedroom with a private courtyard garden and accommodation on ground floor level.
A fabulous country chic holiday retreat for up to six guests in a magical spot within an oasis of calm on the Hampshire/Wiltshire borders. Perfect for escaping away from it all, Farley Lodge sits within Bentley Woods, a haven for wildlife with superb opportunities for cyclists and walkers. Whether you want to simply relax or explore Hampshire and its many attractions including the New Forest National Park, Farley Lodge is a welcoming retreat to enjoy a taste of country life.
A beautifully presented barn conversion set amongst glorious Wiltshire countryside within easy reach of world famous attractions including Stonehenge, Avebury's World Heritage Site, Marlborough and the White Horses of Wiltshire. A haven for wildlife and a wonderful self-catering retreat to getaway, relax and unwind amongst nature.
This lovely holiday home is made from beautiful honey-coloured stone and provides comfortable accommodation for up to seven people in three bedrooms, including an ensuite master bedroom with a four-poster bed. The Old Coach House is on the edge of the Wiltshire village of Holt, within walking distance of two pubs, the village shop and green, and National Trust Courts Gardens. The River Avon, Lacock, Bath, Bristol, and Longleat are all within easy reach for a day out, and there are lovely countryside walks from the doorstep. The cottage is available all year round, with short breaks possible depending on availability.
A delightful stylish holiday retreat for two in a wonderfully tranquil area deep within Bentley Woods where rare butterflies and fallow deer can be seen under the giant oaks. Sitting on the Hampshire/Wiltshire borders, this is a walkers and cyclists paradise and Little Farley is only a short drive from the New Forest National Park.
Dovecote is a stylish studio apartment in a beautiful rural location, sleeping up to four people. The holiday rental is a romantic choice for couples but is also suitable for solo travellers or families. The first-floor apartment is one of three lovely properties at Fosse Farm near Nettleton and Chippenham in the Wiltshire Cotswolds, within walking distance of the village pub and a half-hour stroll along a country footpath from Castle Combe. Bowood House, Lacock, Bath, Badminton House, Longleat Safari Park, and Westonbirt are all within easy reach for fun days out.
Garden House is a stylish mix of old and new. The former dairy has been restored and extended to include a stunning atrium dining room, two sitting rooms with open fireplaces, and three bedrooms to sleep six people. The holiday rental is in the quiet village of Nettleton Shrub in Wiltshire in the Cotswolds, an area with pretty towns and villages, beautiful views, and lovely footpaths and cycling routes. The village pub is within walking distance, while local attractions include National Trust Lacock and Westonbirt Arboretum.
The Stables is quintessentially English with everything you could wish for in a Cotswold cottage to rent. The lovely holiday home features lots of beautiful original character. It has been extended and modernised to sleep six people in three bedrooms with a huge kitchen and a welcoming living/dining room. It is in the Wiltshire village of Nettleton Shrub, less than a mile from the Salutation Inn and within easy reach of Castle Combe, Lacock, Westonbirt Arboretum, and Longleat. There is so much to see and do in every season, including a calendar of prestigious events such as the Badminton Horse Trials. The Stables is dog-friendly and available for bookings all year round.
A charming holiday cottage tucked away in a quiet position in the Vale of Pewsey, Wiltshire. An ideal place for a walking or relaxing holiday or to use as a base for exploring Wiltshire's numerous attractions including world famous Stonehenge (just thirty minutes), Avebury, Malborough and even Bath.
2 Brockhurst Mews is perfect for a family holiday. With three bedrooms sleeping up to five guests (and room for a cot), this beautifully presented holiday cottage is in the peaceful medieval town of Mere, within walking distance of pubs, shops, tennis courts and a children's play area and adjacent to a beautiful green park. Fantastic attractions like Longleat, Stonehenge, Bath and Glastonbury are all within reach, giving guests easy access to not only the best of Wiltshire but also Somerset and Dorset.
Sycamore Lodge is in a beautiful location close to the Cotswolds and within easy reach of the North Wessex Downs. There are miles of footpaths and cycling routes to enjoy the surrounding Wiltshire countryside, with day trips including sightseeing and shopping in Bath, Bristol, Chippenham and Devizes. The traditional timber lodge sleeps up to six people in three bedrooms and is ideal for families who like lots of space and the opportunity to spend time exploring outdoors in every season.
Luxuriate in the comfortable surroundings of Merryfields Barn. This sweet holiday cottage is in the Cotswolds AONB, six miles from Bath and within easy reach of Laycock, Castle Combe, Lucknam Park and Box Hill. It's dog-friendly and within walking distance of Colerne's village shop and friendly Fox and Hounds pub. The cottage is ideal for couples, with chic interiors and an open-plan layout. The mezzanine bedroom sleeps four people in one king and two single beds, so it's also good for families. There is lots to do in the surrounding area, including country walks, picnics and bike rides.
Known for its downlands, visitors to Wiltshire should be sure to keep an eye out for the signature white horses carved within the chalk hillsides. As well as a fascinating history, Wiltshire offers a wealth of old culture and tradition. History seekers are spoiled for choice with a variety of stunning buildings and structures to visit, such as the beautiful mediaeval Salisbury Cathedral. Going back even further in time, Wiltshire is the proud home of one of the most famous and intriguing prehistoric sites in the world – Stonehenge. Visitors come from all corners of the globe to see this mysterious circle of huge standing stones.
Though a county of significant history, Wiltshire also has some unique present-day attractions, such as Longleat. This world-famous area is home to the Marquesses of Bath, who resides in the stunning Elizabethan-era stately home, complete with garden mazes that visitors are welcomed to explore. Longleat is most famous for having the largest safari park outside of Africa, where you can see animals roaming freely across the sprawling 9,000 acres.
A wonderful area to explore by foot or by bicycle, Wiltshire can also be seen from the water. Though a landlocked county, the Kennet and Avon Canal stretches through the area and passes along some of the choicest sections of the AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
Wiltshire is a quintessential UK holiday destination - providing fun, excitement, education and relaxation, all in one county!
