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.
"Guest favourite - One of the most loved homes on Airbnb based on ratings, reviews and reliability". Set in the New Forest National Park, Bowerswood is a large 5-6 bedroom house accommodating up to 12 people, ideal for 2-3 families holidaying together, extended family gatherings or single families who just want lots of space. There is plenty of room for everyone in the house and a garden extending to 0.6 acres. There is an above-ground swimming pool in the garden, plus a games room with table tennis, table football etc and garden cabin with snooker table. The New Forest National Park provides great opportunities for walking, cycling and horse-riding. The medieval city of Salisbury is 15-minutes away and Stonehenge 30-minutes. The sandy beaches at Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch are just 35-40 minutes away. Up to 4 pets are allowed. 100% 5* reviews on AirBnB after 45+ reviews.
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 dog-friendly cottage, set on a peaceful no through lane in the little village of East Grimstead near the Wiltshire/Hampshire border. It places you at the centre of superb destinations such as Stonehenge, New Forest, medieval Salisbury and Peppa Pig World and is ideal if you seek a connection to nature, history and countryside walks.
"Cosy Cot" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Wiltshire. The medieval city of Salisbury is the jewel in Wiltshire's crown, dominated by the majestic 13th century Gothic cathedral. The cathedral offers 750 years of history including Britain's tallest spire, the world's best preserved original Magna...
"Dogwood" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Wiltshire. Redlynch is a small village resting upon the cusp of the New Forest National Park in Wiltshire. Home to a Post Office with village shop and The Woodfalls Inn and The King's Head pubs, the village is also well-positioned near the amenities of...
"Kings Cottage - South" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Wiltshire. Broad Chalke is a village nestled under the download of Cranborne Chase, between Shaftesbury and Salisbury. Cranbourne Chase is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the countryside can justly claim to be some of the finest in southern...
"Winterbourne Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Wiltshire. Chilmark, is a small, picturesque village, close to the Dorset border and in an area designated of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Lying some 11 miles to the west of the cathedral city of Salisbury, in the valley of the River Nadder, it is filled...
"Buttercup Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Wiltshire. Redlynch is a small village resting upon the cusp of the New Forest National Park in Wiltshire. Home to a Post Office with village shop and The Woodfalls Inn and The King's Head pubs, the village is also well-positioned near the amenities of...
"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...
"The Methodist Chapel" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Wiltshire. Whiteparish is a charming village which is situated on the Wiltshire side of the Wiltshire/Hampshire border. The village can be reached by a short drive south from the city of Salisbury and north from the pretty Hampshire town of Romsey, which...
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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.
