Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(86 Ratings)

Cottage in North Dorset District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

This charming holiday home is set in the Courtyard of Wick Farm down a small lane off a minor road. It is delightfully quiet and secluded and yet within a few minutes of the small town of Tisbury which has shops and a railway station which has regular services to London, Waterloo. All the main rooms have views across the unspoilt Nadder valley. Tisbury is a great centre for walking and for exploring Dorset. The historic cities of Salisbury and Bath as well as Wilton are easily reached for days out and it is just over an hour by car to the stunning Dorset coast.
The original stone arched door and windows are complemented by hardwood windows and maple floors throughout. The cottage is light and airy with an open plan downstairs and open tread stairs to the first floor. The newly fitted kitchen, double glazing and electric heating make this a great location for year round holidays for families or two couples.

The stables look onto the Vale of Wardour which is an area of outstanding natural beauty. There are lawns in front of the building and a wooded bank to the rear and 10 acres of field surrounding the courtyard. Parking is right outside the door and you can walk directly onto the public footpath.

Many years ago Wick Farm was an active dairy farm of some 400 acres. The present owners purchased the property in 1986 and have lovingly restored the farmhouse and surrounding buildings over many years. The oldest part of the farmhouse dates from about 1680 and The Stables are thought to have been built around 1800. Most of the buildings are constructed from the local Chilmark stone and though formerly thatched now have tiled roofs. There is still the old farm well (padlocked grill) and remains of the old bull pen. The stone troughs are now filled with flowers not water! During the summer months there may be sheep grazing the field but they are kept well away from the property by fences and a cattle grid. It is a thoroughly delightful spot,

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Longleat

19.2 mi

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

39.1 mi

Hawk Conservancy Trust

40.2 mi

Purbeck Heritage Coast

50.3 mi

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Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath

££££

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(86 Ratings)

Cottage in North Dorset District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Longleat

19.2 mi

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

39.1 mi

Hawk Conservancy Trust

40.2 mi

Purbeck Heritage Coast

50.3 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(86 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

great restpoint in a beautiful landscape everything is as advertised and good communication with the owners.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We had a lovely stay at this cottage. Well equipped kitchen and beautiful cottage.Our daughter enjoyed playjng with the games provide and enjoyed looking at the sheep around the farm. Thanks for the lovely stay!

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We had a very nice stay at the Stables. The area is very beautiful and there is plenty to do. The house is quiet and secluded, but you have easy access to attractions like Salisbury or Wilton House. Also it was clean and well equipped. As the weather was very nice we really missed some comfortable garden furniture. Also the shower is in need of updating. For older people it is quite an experience to take a shower. Unfortunately we didn't meet the owners, but we received all the necessary information by mail.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We've had a wonderfull stay, in this spacious and well kept vacation-home. The house offers plenty of space for children to play, both inside and outside. Tisbury is a pleasant village with all necessary facilities. We really had a nice family holiday here.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Perfect size house for our party of 4. On the edge of Tisbury but easy walking distance into town and a short drive to lots of interesting attractions. The kitchen is well stocked and the WiFi is good. Only comment is that it would be nice to have a couple of blankets around for hanging out on the sofa or for extra warmth at night. Overall, a great stay!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Myself & my husband stayed for 4 nights at the Stables. It was delightful. Open plan living , all very clean , well cared for , comfortable & we had everything we needed. Check in was easy, Anne was very happy to answer any questions we had beforehand & was very accommodating & friendly. Lots of useful info to explore the surrounding area. Lovely walks right from the door or a short drive away. Quiet , rural setting but only a short walk on the footpath to Tisbury Would recommend & would love to stay again one day.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

We had a lovely stay at Wick farm, blown away by the property and location. We didn't want for anything, the stables had everything we could need and was very clean and comfortable with a detailed booklet, as well as tips on where to go in the area. Would highly recommend to other visitors to the area. Couldn't fault it.

4.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

The location was amazing and the cottage was perfect for us. Thanks. -M

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

The property was clean and tidy. Spacious area on ground floor for dining, cooking and chilling. Very comfortable property for a family of four or group of 3-4 friends. Quit well equipped kitchen; it might be worth adding a couple of more oven trays! My friends and I enjoyed our stay and visiting Salisbury as a day trip and Tisbury itself. The host was very good in communicating with us and giving us all the necessary instructions for checking in and out.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

beautifully located, surrounded by lovely english contryside, plenty of good walks and pubs, warm welcome from anne, cosy cottage

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

We stayed for 4 nights, very peaceful, but also close to the village... The view is amazing, great part of the UK

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

We had a lovely time in peaceful surrounds. Tisbury is very conveniently located for many days out. We had a great dinner at the boot inn. The cottage was beautiful with lots of lovely touches.

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

We found this to be a very comfortable house for our party of three. The town is lovely and there are loads of attractions in the area.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Wonderful stay and beautiful clean place

4.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Was very good. Suggestions: better chairs for outside, a table for outside.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Clean, lovely size for a family of 4. Only half an hour to Longleat.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

We enjoyed our stay at the stables, the house was perfect and the location great for trips to the surroundings. Also, you get everything you need in Tisbury, which is a small but lovely village. It's quiet and cozy and we found the beds comfortable.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

The Stables at Wick Farm is both delightfully bucolic and functional for a short or longer term stay. The inside is modern and spacious with full appliances. The setting is on the edge of Tisbury village with its surprisingly interesting main street plus church and river. The village is also central for accessing area attractions and the Farm provides direct access to classically English country footpaths. Auto access is fine but you do need to be comfortable in the surrounding area with tight Englush country lanes. Overall, an utterly peaceful location with caring hosts.

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

We had a lovely relaxing break at this property which is surrounded by beautiful countryside. All the basic equipment was provided and the beds were very comfortable. My only criticisms are ones that have been mentioned in other reviews - the bathroom door hits the sink, the shower is awkward to use, but mostly it’s the poor quality bedding and towels.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

very tastefully decorated guest house😊 in a very hospitable village. Thnkx

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Stay while attending wedding

Stay while attending wedding

We stayed here while attending a wedding vat Ashley Wood Farm and it was lovely I wish we had more time to enjoy it.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Very nice place, highly recommend.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Very nice, well equipped cottage

Very nice, well equipped cottage

The table football game was a bonus! We really enjoyed our stay at the stables. Friendly owners, lovely area

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2022

A comfortable home

A comfortable home

Very pleasant home, a short walk into the small town and some nice walks in the area.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2022

perfect stay

perfect stay

We rented this charming cottage for 5 days. All went well: quiet location, nice accomodation, good and friendly communication, parking space... We were very pleased overall!

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Quiet Country Location

Quiet Country Location

We are a family of 4 (Dad, Mum + 2 teenage girls) and we had a comfortable week’s stay at 'The Stables'. The cottage is located in the middle of the countryside, near the cute town of Tisbury. If you like being far from everything, then this is ideal. Set in a quiet, remote location down tiny country lanes where you find mostly tractors and a few local cars, made driving very interesting. If you want to disconnect from your mobile phone and TV for a week, it’s the ideal place as there are only a few terrestrial TV channels that can be received and our mobile network service did not work in the cottage, presumably, because of the stone walls (a short walk outside enabled us to soon pick up a mobile phone signal). The Wi-Fi was pretty good, though. Everything you need for a basic holiday is here. A full length mirror would have been nice and maybe a better shower unit but, other than these minor issues, our week’s stay was pleasant and comfortable.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2021

Lovely long weekend

Lovely long weekend

This is a good location for a country cottage, being out in the country but a short walk (across the fields and by the river) to the small town of Tisbury which is surprisingly well served by pubs, cafes and small shops. The cottage is very well presented and is nicely located within the owners' grounds which are beautifully well kept. Parking right outside the front door was a bonus.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2021

Lovely rustic retreat

Lovely rustic retreat

A lovely converted stable, ideal for us as a family of four with two young kids. The location really is fantastic. A 10 minute walk to the idylllic village of Tisbury, only made longer by playing in the park and spotting the wildlife on the way there. The accommodation had everything we needed and provided a great base for lots of outdoor pursuits and exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2020

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage

The cottage is amazingly well equipped in a beautiful location.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2020

The Stables, Tisbury

The Stables, Tisbury

Very nice property, very spacious & everything you could need in a home from home. The location is a little out of the way, which is perfect if you want a break away from mobile phones & the hectic lifestyle, but also close to the village, which also has almost everything you could need. The owner & her husband are extremely friendly & will provide anything that might be needed (if possible). We would definitely stay here again, after spending a week of relaxing & journeying out to places of interest in the somewhat local area.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2020

Ideal accommodation in perfect location

Ideal accommodation in perfect location

The cottage is absolutely ideal for anyone that wants a quiet breakaway with local shops a short walk away. The farm is just out the village, enough out for peace and quiet and close enough to walk to the amenities. The village has a range of shops and food places, and lovely setting for a walk. Salisbury is only 25 minutes away and Southampton and South Coast is little over an hour. Anne was brilliant from the start and even with the uncertainty of Covid things went perfect. We will be back for sure.

4.0 / 5.0

Oct 2020

Lovely countryside

Lovely countryside

We stayed 3 nights in this lovely cottage. It was very clean and well equipped. Great position right in the countryside but on the edge of the town. Tisbury is charming and easy to get to via the footpath. We came here for the walking and there were so many surrounding footpaths and tracks that we didn’t need to use the car at all. The cottage was very comfortable but would be improved by better quality bedding. There were no curtains or blinds downstairs and there were a lot of spotlights! I was disappointed that no hand soap was supplied. The shower head needs to descaled or replaced. We would definitely recommend the Stables.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2020

Beautiful Location

Beautiful Location

Perfect property for a relaxed time away. Would certainly recommend.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2020

September Sunshine Staycation

September Sunshine Staycation

Beautiful idylic farm location. Tranquil, peaceful and just the right place to recharge the batteries and get some fresh air in the lungs. Spacious property with everything you need for a few days away.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2020

Lovely cottage in quiet location.

Lovely cottage in quiet location.

The cottage is located in a quiet spot. It has a well equipped kitchen. Beds are comfy. Well placed for walks and other local sites to visit.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2020

A lovely property in a quiet location.

A lovely property in a quiet location.

We had a very relaxing stay at this lovely property. The nearby village of Tisbury is a short walk away and had everything we needed for our stay, including a small Co-op, a good deli and green grocer/butcher. We had great fun with the table football and enjoyed day trips to Avebury, Shaftesbury, Stonehenge, the New Forest and Yeovil. We look forward to returning at some point in the future.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2020

All great

All great

lovely property with everything on hand for an extremely comfortable stay.

4.0 / 5.0

Nov 2019

Lovely quiet hideaway

Lovely quiet hideaway

Tisbury and the surrounding countryside is beautiful. Our children loved driving through a field of sheep to get to the property! The cottage is comfortable and very clean. The table football was a big hit. We chose to visit Longleat, Bath & Bowood House (on the way home) but lots of other options nearby and a great spot for walking.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2019

An excellent five days

An excellent five days

A very pleasant stay. Everything was as it should have been, cooker, bedroom arrangements, parking all excellent.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2019

Short country escape

Short country escape

Lovely clean property in a beautiful setting

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in North Dorset District?

The average price for a rental in North Dorset District is £99 per night. This rental is £9 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath

Cottage in North Dorset District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath

Cottage in North Dorset District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in North Dorset District?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath?

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