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Reviews of Charming 1660's Thatched Cottage.

Charming 1660's Thatched Cottage.
Marlborough, ENG

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10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

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Cute cottage stay
We loved our stay, the house was cute, tastefully decorated and true to the era it was built in, as per the photos. Jessica went out of her way to help us after we had transport difficulties and was an excellent host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Family friendly
The house was ideal for our family group, 2 couples and 2 little ones. Host was exceptionally friendly and kind. Had a cot for the baby and actually purchased a highchair for our convenience as well. The location is ideal for exploring the Cotswolds, Wiltshire, Stonehenge and Bath and all surrounds and close to easy access from London. Great local pubs and near a playground. Certainly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chocolate box cottage
Delightful picturesque cottage in lovely quiet countryside. The cottage was clean and well supplied with all you might need. The beds were very comfortable with beautiful clean white bedding and when we arrived there was a welcoming log burning fire to greet us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F., Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The cottage was quaint, cozy and comfortable. The stairs were quite steep, but easily navigated by our family. Jessica was very welcoming and gave us great tips on where to eat. Ours family enjoyed her friendly dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlye M.

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Serene!
We had an absolutely wonderful time staying here. The cottage is charming and immaculately clean. The beds are large and comfortable. We really enjoyed sitting in the garden and exploring the many footpaths nearby. Jessica was attentive and available whenever we needed something, but we also felt we had all the privacy we could want. I couldn’t recommend this place more!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2023
Thank you Carlye. I enjoyed hosting your family. You're always welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wiltshire hideaway
A lovely 17th century attached house - all that you might expect but with all mod cons. Just the place to relax and unwind. Very pleasant unobtrusive owner lives next door. Friendly cows over the hedge wanting to say hello. We all need something like this!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure magic
Our family of five (mom and dad, kids aged 11, 9, and 6) stayed here for two beautiful days. This house is magical and our stay was 100% worth the drive from London. Scrupulously clean; comfortable beds; with all the kitchen amenities we needed. We spent a wonderful day exploring the neolithic sites of the Avebury World Heritage Site, which are very close by. A Waitrose is available for groceries in nearby Marlborough. There is a small playground across the street that our children really enjoyed. Our host Jessica was helpful, responsive, and kind. We cannot recommend this special place enough – would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful stay
This is a most idillic property.. Think the “The Holliday” cottage coupled with a wonderfully comfortable bed and ancient standing stones on the doorstep. Jessica is a wonderful host and made our stay very comfortable… when we arrived a roaring fire was set and a warm welcoming cottage. You really won’t go wrong
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cottage with lots of amenities
We were so pleasantly surprised by the cottage! The pictures don’t do it justice. A gorgeous set up with a lovely log burner. Lots of amenities and the cottage was so well equipped, they’d thought of everything. Would definitely recommend and would visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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Heaven on Earth
Words and pictures are not enough to properly convey the tranquility and magic of this cottage. So peaceful and relaxing, this cottage was exactly what the doctor ordered. Waking up to the horses grazing in the pasture across the road, and the endless walking trails all around. Every evening we lit a fire and curled up on the couch. I wish I never had to leave. We are already talking about returning again and again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place with exceptional character.
Easy and accurate, with helpful owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay in cottage from history
My sister and I stayed here with our elderly parents (85 and 77). The location was convenient for day trips to Bath, Cotswold, Stonehenge and the magna carta in Salisbury. The house was spectacular and cozy. My parents stayed on the ground floor (the upper level where my sister and I stayed requires steady feet). Jessica had a fire going when we arrived and my dad was thrilled. He loves a wood stove and this made him very comfortable. We cooked breakfast every morning in the small but fully functional kitchen. This was a perfect setting for the launch of our tour of England and Scotland. If you arrive after dark, be sure you've looked at the property on Google earth so you know your way around.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2022
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. You're always welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Sue O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Retreat
We had a wonderful, relaxing weekend in this beautiful cottage. It is very well-equipped, spotlessly clean and has the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in. We all slept well. The large garden is really lovely and we had a happy time enjoying our meals out there. We loved the peaceful location in the pretty village with countryside or woodland walks on doorstep. The local pub is a few minutes walk away. We received a friendly reception and had an excellent evening meal there. Jessica was welcoming, really helpful and an excellent host. Communication was prompt and helpful before we arrived. We really loved our weekend and would certainly return without hesitation. It’s a gorgeous place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Great peaceful location
This is a beautiful thatched cottage we really enjoyed our stay. The beds were really comfortable, lovely linen too. Very pleased with the bedroom downstairs but just want to say the stairs are not for everyone quite hard if your not fit. Otherwise perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
In an English country garden… and cottage.
The perfect location for a relaxing break. The cottage is wonderful, as is the garden, and the kitchen includes everything that could possibly be needed . The stairs could be a challenge for someone who is unsteady on their feet, but then again there is a bedroom downstairs too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Idyllic holiday
The cottage was just what we expected, picturesque, clean and with all the amenities we needed for the week. Jessica was a great host and made sure our stay was comfortable. Her two dogs casually accepted us and wandered in and out at their leisure. A nice touch. The wood burner was a great feature and made the cottage extremely cosy in the evenings. The local pub was in walking distance, with great staff who made us feel very welcome. The food and drink menu meant we came back to it most evenings. The cottage is excellently placed for trips to Averbury and the surrounding area, which has many interesting and beautiful things to see. Overall, a great holiday in a great cottage. Thanks Jessica, and of course, Iris and Grace.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven
Our stay in Jessica's cottage in Malborough was fabulous. The cottge is cosy, clean, well-equipped (poith the essets, pans, essntials like tea, coffee,etc. ). For those who like to hike, there's a trail just outside the cottage. You can then head to the local pub for some grub too! We've been travellling a fair bit across Europe, and the best sleep I got was in Jessica's cottage as the bed and duvet were very comfortable. You can't ask for a better host that Jessica who was very communicative throughout the process of booking and once on site, I benefitted from her empathy as I fell ill. Her dogs are so friendly too.. Definitely reommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H., Union Dale, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Like a Fairytale
We stayed with family and friends, including 2 teens and we can’t say enough about how lovely the cottage is. It’s conveniently located to all the famous sites in the area and a short walk to the local pub. Sitting by the fireplace after a rainy hike was one of the many highlights from our stay. We will definitely be back. Jessica was a super host in the truest sense.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2022
Thank you Daniel. The girls (dogs) and I hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Crawford L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly where we wanted to be
Misty mornings, a kettle, and two wonderful dogs that stopped in occasionally to make sure we were enjoying our stay. I cannot overstate how utterly perfect our stay was, other than being too short. Speaking of too short, if you are of above average height, you will find the ceilings quite low. My wife and I are most assuredly not of above average height, so it was a delightful novelty to be able to touch the ceiling. Anyway, the property is half the building (the left half, if you're looking at the front), and the owner lives in the adjoining half. She was a great host, and her off the cuff suggestion to visit Avebury on our way back to London ended up being a highlight of our trip. There is a nice wooded walk just a short distance up the hill past the playground, and the pub down the Who'd A Thought It pub--itself a gem--is a very short walk down the street. The property is not exactly *close* to anything, but it's *convenient* to an astonishing number of things, far too many to do in one short visit. Marlborough is an easy 10-minute drive for groceries, and the home has a small refrigerator, a full stove and oven, and a small dishwasher, as well as dishes, utensils, glasses, etc. No microwave. Internet access was fast and reliable, and we honestly didn't bother with turning on the TV so I can't report on that. There are places you encounter in your life that ... fit. Something about them combines warm memories of where you're from with the most hopeful ideas of where you could be in the future. Staying at this property and everything around it was like that for me. It didn't just feel like home as much as it felt like what I wanted home to be. And, for the record, I would go back right this second if I could.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. I hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
What a lovely cottage. Well worth the stay. Location is great and the cottage is very clean and comfy. We also had an unexpected doggy guest which we was delighted about.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic setting, peace & tranquility.
A character property located away from the hustle and bustle. Country walks a plenty with a warm and cosy welcome each day thanks to the underfloor heating and wood burner. Jessica was on hand if needed but otherwise provided space for us to enjoy our time in the cottage which we did immensely. Just what the doctor ordered!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little break
We had such a lovely stay in Jessica’s cottage. The garden was wonderful to have breakfast in and it was the perfect place to visit all the incredible stones. The cottage was so charming, amazingly clean and cosy and we had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, beautiful location
Lovely cottage with everything you need for a great stay. Excellent communication with Jessica & stunning location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great character property close to the stones
A great short break to visit Avebury and the stones; surrounded by the natural Sarson rocks a compact cottage property with all we needed for a two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hannah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect escape to the country
Stayed here with our friends and our two young children and had a wonderful time. It's a beautifully picturesque cottage which opens on to National Trust parkland with sarsen stones just outside in the garden as well. We had lunch in the local pub which was lovely and also made the short trip to Avebury. The owner Jessica was really accommodating; setting up a fold-up bed for our 3 year-old and a travel cot for the infant. She also brought out a paddling pool for us to use as we visited during a heatwave. Would heartily recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Seb H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredibly peaceful and homely stay
Jessica's beautiful cottage is the perfect place for a peaceful getaway! The secluded garden is idyllic, with it's BBQ, birdsong, butterflies and gorgeous surrounding countryside. The bedrooms and bathroom are immaculate, and the lounge is very cosy with it's log fire. The cottage is semi-detached with the owner, Jessica, who has 2 wonderfully friendly yet placid dogs. Jessica was also very mindful of all the new covid laws in place. So we felt safe at all times. I couldn't recommend this homeaway more! Thanks Jessica!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mairi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Unspoilt Location
We stayed in this charming cottage for a long weekend. There are some lovely local walks and woods and you are near Avebury and Marlborough. The local pub was shut which was a shame, but it was due to open in a few days. The host is friendly and available, but you also have the freedom and space you need to settle in and relax. There are two calm dogs which my son adored and even my daughter, who is scared of dogs, took a shine to them. Sadly the rain was out in full force all weekend but there are three double rooms and some games in the cupboard and we got out when there was a break in the clouds!