Salisbury - Where Medieval Meets Modern. Salisbury was one of Britain’s most famous ancient cities. It is overflowing with historic attractions and close to many more. However, there is nothing dusty or old-fashioned about the city or its residents, who enjoy a fantastic array of amenities and entertainments. Cottages to rent in Salisbury can include everything from charming terraces for two within walking distance of shops and pubs, to sprawling barn conversions in the countryside with space to accommodate groups of extended families and friends. Whatever the season or your interests, Salisbury offers a wide variety of things to do and places to see. Read more
Sitting in an acre of grounds, this well presented holiday home is perfect for families, friends and pet owners. Located on the Wiltshire/Hampshire border in the village of West Tytherley with good pub within walking distance, there are a multitude of attractions within easy reach including Salisbury, The New Forest, Winchester and Stonehenge. Whether you want to simply relax or explore, this welcoming cottage is an excellent choice.
A warm welcome awaits at Waterlake Cottage on the outskirts of the Wiltshire village of Orcheston. Just three miles from Stonehenge and a short drive from Salisbury, Avebury and Bath, there are no shortage of great days out to enjoy. Alternatively, simply relax in the peaceful countryside setting and enjoy walks and cycle rides through beautiful scenery. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
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.
Apple Tree Cottage is a ‘chocolate box’ pretty thatched cottage, set on a peaceful no through lane in a small Wiltshire village near the Hampshire border. It places you at the centre of superb destinations such as Stonehenge, the New Forest, Salisbury and Peppa Pig World; ideal if you seek a connection to nature, history and the countryside.
"Bridge Studio" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Wiltshire. Bishopstone is a village and civil parish in Wiltshire, England. It lies in the Ebble valley, about 5.5 miles south-west of Salisbury. The parish includes the small village of Croucheston and the hamlet of The Pitts.
"Rojoy" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Wiltshire. This cottage is in the centre of Salisbury, the historic Cathedral city. It overlooks Greencroft Park with an enclosed play area for children. There is a local pub and store only a short walk away. For those looking for some culture, the city...
"36 High Street" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire. Downton is nestled between the Cranborne Chase aonb and the New Forest National Park on the banks of the River Avon. It's an excellent starting point for anyone wanting to explore the area, with a limited selection of local amenities to meet...
"Landfords Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire. This charming cottage offers the best of both worlds, with glorious woodland walks and forest streams to explore, and a wealth of diverse attractions within easy reach. Full of period detail, it sleeps four guests, with a warm welcome for up to...
"8 Rookhaye" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire. Within the county of Wiltshire, the village of Coombe Bissett sits within the picturesque Cranborne Chase aonb in the southern part of the county. After a day of exploring the great outdoors on your doorstep, return to Coombe Bissett and enjoy...
"The Orangery" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire.
"Poddington Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire. A Saxon village in Devon on the south coast in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that offers incredible panoramic views, historical and beautiful buildings and 7 miles of stunning coastline. Stokenham has been well-known for its fishing and...
"18 Deer Glade" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire. Pokesdown is a small village, which lies just east of Boscombe and west of Southbourne, and is bustling with bars and eateries for all tastes and budgets, including; a seafood restaurant, fish and chips, a tapas bar, a bakery, a microbrewery,...
"The Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire. Winterslow is a civil parish consisting of four settlements in the countryside of Wiltshire. The parish is home to both a shop and a local pub, as well as being in close reach of the Roche Court New Art Centre. Venture out to the cathedral city...
"The Potting Shed" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Wiltshire.
"Trafalgar Gardens" is a 8 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 17 guests in Wiltshire.
"The Riverside" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Wiltshire.
"The Merchant's House, BW Signature Collection" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Wiltshire.
"The Stones Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Wiltshire.
"Stonehenge Cottages" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
"Hillside Self Catering" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
"Cricket Field House" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
"The Legacy Rose & Crown Hotel" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
"The Riverside" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
"Victoria Lodge Guest House" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 1 guests in Wiltshire.
"Victoria Lodge Guest House" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
"Salisbury Apartments - 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
"Three Crowns Guest House" is a 1 bed holiday BandB sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
"Station 1 bed Apartment - STAYSEEKERS" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Wiltshire.
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Something Old - Salisbury began life as an Iron Age hill fort in Old Sarum, around two miles north of the modern city. Romans, Saxons and Normans all settled here, squeezing out the Church who decided to move out of the way of the army and create a new settlement in Salisbury, building the cathedral that stands proudly above all it surveys 800 years after its construction. Those willing to climb the 332 stairs to the top of the Salisbury Cathedral’s tower can see the incredible detail of the spire up close, as well as enjoying views that stretch over the city and for miles in every direction. The cathedral also holds an extremely rare and priceless copy of the Magna Carta and is home to a world-renowned choir.
History is everywhere in Salisbury with the original medieval layout and street names surviving. A market charter was granted in 1227, and twice-weekly markets run every Tuesday and Saturday. Visitors can learn about the history of Salisbury and its people at the Salisbury Museum or on a guided walk through the city.
Eight miles from the city is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stonehenge, which pre-dates even Old Sarum. Managed by English Heritage, it has an excellent visitor’s centre and has been a place of wonder for over 5,000 years. Other nearby museums include the Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum and the Boscombe Down Aviation Collection.
Something New - Despite its ancient roots, Salisbury is a contemporary community, protecting its heritage with eyes firmly on the future. Shopping in Salisbury is a delight. Once you have browsed the market stalls, head to Fisherton Street for a fantastic choice of independent boutiques crowned by Fisherton Mill where local artists display their wares. Salisbury has three shopping centres with an excellent selection of High Street names, a cineplex, theatre, pubs and nightclubs.
Walking and Cycling around Salisbury - A holiday in Salisbury is as much about the pleasures of the countryside as the excitement of the city. From the centre, you can walk to Old Sarum, following a path that leads from behind the library and follows the River Avon, passing through a nature reserve along the way. Alternatively, start in the pretty Queen Elizabeth Gardens and stroll along the way-marked footpath towards The Old Mill in Harnham for a pie and a pint, taking time to stop and enjoy the same view that inspired Constable to paint “Salisbury Cathedral from the Meadow” in 1831. Other trails go around the Langford Lakes Nature Reserve and through Grovely Wood, while long-distance footpaths include the Avon Valley Path and The Clarendon Way.
Salisbury’s lack of hills makes it a very family-friendly choice for cycling. There are lovely paths around the city, and Salisbury is on both National Cycle Way routes 24 and 45 which go to Bath and Chester respectively. The 160-mile Wiltshire Cycleway can be broken into 16 shorter sections through towns and countryside, and it is also possible to cycle to the New Forest National Park and Cranbourne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) which lie on either side of Salisbury.
Many cottages to rent in Salisbury have secure bike storage. Visitors can hire road and mountain bikes at Hayball Cyclesport on Winchester Street, and Stonehenge Cycles on Fisherton Street is also good for parts, food and tools.
Salisbury is a fantastic choice for a romantic week in the countryside with relaxing walks and country pubs, a lively city break with shopping, galleries and nightlife, and an active family-friendly holiday full of fun and advent.
