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A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished

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A stone building with multiple windows, a door, and a small bridge over a water feature.
Porch House Castle Combe
Exterior detail
A stone building entrance with a wooden door, a small table, and a doormat.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Endless exploration awaits
    Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Castle Combe Circuit
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Chippenham, ENG
  • Place, Manor House Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Combe Circuit
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Thermae Bath Spa
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished



AVAILABLE FOR LONGER STAYS

Porch House is a. self catering cottage.
The cottage overlooks the By Brook, the river which runs through Castle Combe and is ideally positioned for exploring the village of Castle Combe . The village has a convenient car park at the top of the hill, and some on street parking over the bridge at the bottom of the village. There are two pubs and a gift shop Court Cottage Gifts, in the middle of the village. The Manor House Hotel with its Michelin starred restaurant is just a few minutes walk from the cottage.
A single garage is available for guests to use during their stay at the cottage It will accommodate a small car .
The living room has a log burning stove - logs are provided.

During the peak season of August and Christmas and New Year, the minimum stay is 4 nights .
Shorter stays available on request

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please ask owner before bringing pets

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1904319
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Castle Combe

Located in Chippenham, this cottage is in a rural area. M4 Karting and Lacock Bakery are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Artisan Quarter and Milsom Quarter. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Castle Combe Circuit or Hardenhuish Park. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking and cycling in the area.
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Chippenham, ENG

What's nearby

  • Manor House Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castle Combe Circuit - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Thermae Bath Spa - 32 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Roman Baths - 32 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Cabot Circus Shopping Centre - 45 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Chippenham Station - 21 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Allington Farm Shop Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Royal Ship - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A picturesque 15th century three storey stone cottage fully equipped & furnished located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Manor House Golf Club and Castle Combe Circuit. Corsham Court and Hardenhuish Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, lovely host and a gorgeous house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefany V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great communications with the host! A perfectly charming place to experience the Cotswolds. Low ceilings so beware, but it was well appointed and the fireplace was so nice to have on chilly nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Porch House

The cottage was picture perfect! I and the family found it lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amelia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I was very excited to stay here. The property is picturesque and in a small, charming village, but we had some challenges. First, the pros: good amount of space; prime location for photographs and feels special staying in the place where so many tourists are taking pictures; friendly neighbors; stylish decor; proximity to Bath is convenient; the host responds to messages. Now, the cons(for my family): driving on the one lane street with two way traffic into the village(not host’s fault) and parking our car was stressful- the garage was too small(the car would likely scrape on the sides), and parking in front of the garage as instructed would obstruct traffic to other garages; despite the property having been cleaned, bugs were present at our arrival and came back every time we returned after outings- mostly pill bugs but also some tiny crawling bugs and a couple of flying bugs- our kids made a game of counting and disposing of them each time we returned(perhaps less of an issue in cooler seasons?); very hot inside with no fans available, so opening windows and chancing more bugs entering was the only option available(it was unusually warm for the area during our stay based on comments of locals, so this may not affect most guests); low head clearance at kitchen entry and top bedroom; toilets would not flush effectively; washer/dryer combo did not dry; hot water had odor; no trash bags and no local manager to bring any. Hopefully, our issues won’t be problems for others.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Trip

Amazing place, both the house and the town!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Would highly recommend. The house is gorgeous and was so easy to book, and plan. Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

It was wonderful - just as pictured and described. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible stay in Castle Combe

Castle Combe was an amazing place to visit, stroll the streets, and countryside. It's like stepping back in time. The home was in very good condition and had a nice little wood stove. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle Coombe

Great cottage in a wonderful location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage

As usual, booking through Vrbo’s site was easy and all information regarding the property was accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Lovely

The cottage is absolutely charming, as is the village. Super clean with well-stocked kitchen and beautiful garden.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Fabulous charming, warm, cosy cottage in the very heart of splendid village.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picture Postcard Cottage

Charming ancient cottage at the heart of one of England’s prettiest villages. The constant huddle of tourists outside taking pictures tells you the you’re in an iconic spot. Lovely sunny hidden garden a surprise. Would recommend, never stayed anywhere as pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle Combe Delight

Our stay at the Porch House in Castle Combe was a delight. The cottage is charming and comfortable, with all the comforts of home. The village was charming and a welcome retreat following day travels to Bath, Avebury, Stonehenge and Oxford. It was like a dream! Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little spot

Cute small 15th century village - great location to visit other villages and Bath. Some low ceilings so my 6’5” son had trouble. Rooms are small but cozy. Lacks the convenience of modern lodging but makes up for in charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect escape

Porch House is a wonderful property in the beautiful village of Castle Combe. The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay, as well as a lovely garden. We had a fabulous few days and would highly recommend this as the perfect getaway. The owner made the whole process very easy and gave us some great recommendations for local activities and places to eat. 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Stay

My daughter and I absolutely loved the Porch Cottage. Our stay was magical. It was so quiet and picturesque in the evenings when we had the village to ourselves. The cottage provided everything we needed and more. We sat by the fire in the evenings dreaming of a time hundreds of years ago. We would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing cottage with character

Wonderful stay in this truly unique property. It's like stepping back in time but with every modern amenity. Beautifully furnished, spotless, and every detail thought of for guests. The picturesque location is perfect with the river right outside. A lovely private garden exists in the rear. Taverns in the village are a must. Dinner at Castle Inn was amazing. Would love to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

evan s.

Everything was as described. Accomodates 6 people well.

Picturesque location. House is very old, but was maintained and everything functioned. Castle Combe is beautiful, but tiny. Warning: don’t go to the White Hart pub. Owner doesn’t care for tourists.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem in Castle Combe

This Castle Combe house is a delight! Comfortable beds and lots of bathrooms! The kitchen has everything you need and the lounge is comfortable to rest in. There is a lovely backyard if you have a sunny day. There are beautiful walks around the town and in the area as well as a great pub. Afternoon tea at The Manor House was a wonderful experience. Shirley was easy to communicate with and overall a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

English Cotswalds charming Fairytale

This property and location far exceeded our imagination. It was the highlight of our travels that we will cherish forever. It was hard to leave its perfect charm. I could see renting this again but for a longer duration. We even welcomed the rain, to cozy with a cup of tea and good book next to the fire. Every detail was provided. Thank you .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Simon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Porch. Good but....

The Cottage was fine, the location was fine, being with friends was excellent. However, the whole weekend was spoilt by there being NO hot water for the whole weekend - very disappointing..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

A beautiful cottage in a picturesque location, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! One minor comment is that the dishwasher wasn't hugely effective and didn't clean the dishes very well. However, this did not impact our most enjoyable stay! The kitchen was well appointed with everything one would need to make light meals. Shirley was super and sent a well thought-out and useful list of places to visit in the local area. We hope to stay with you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best first Cotswolds experience

Shirley’s property is in quite a beautiful and picturesque location- as was evidence from the number of people standing outside taking photos through the day! We went on several countryside walks from here and were able to visit the local pub and restaurant just a short distance walking from the house. The house itself was perfect for our stay. The kitchen was well stocked with items to make nightly dinners and we enjoyed fires in the fireplace whilst playing board games. The bed was very comfortable and the fluffy duvet was like a cloud. Thanks for a fantastic stay, Shirley!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Expectations exceeded!!

We live in the USA and were looking for an experience with that English countryside charm... and were delighted with our stay at Porch Cottage!!! Shirley made everything so easy... responding quickly to questions, providing lots of info about Castle Combe with suggestions on activities/outings in the area. Porch Cottage is beautiful.... so much attention to detail, lovely amenities, cozy and comfy.... with a beautiful, private garden. We enjoyed Castle Combe itself... taking lovely walks, meeting the locals and enjoying our meals at the pubs. This was one of our favorite stops on our visit to England :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shirley Ungemuth

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The owner has enjoyed this beautiful cottage and exploring the surrounding area for many years. Castle-Combe has long been considered one of the prettiest villages in England and our friends who have used the house have loved the history and beauty of Castle-Combe.

Why they chose this property

Acquired in 2002 Porch House, Castle Combe is a very special place .A roof beam in the house has been dated to have been felled in 1468 so the property in parts is over 550 years old. The Street it stands on has recently been selected as one of the Top 50 streets in the British Isles and features in Melanie Backe-Hansen's book " Historic Streets and Squares" where she claims it is the most photographed street in England.
Originally a weavers cottage (see the bobbin hooks in the ceiling in the hall) the house is a great blend of old and new which will transport you back to a earlier time while offering today's modern conveniences.
As owners we love it but feel with a 600th anniversary approaching we are simply custodians of this piece of history & look forward to you sharing the same feeling..

What makes this property unique

styling and interiors

https://www.juliekentinteriors.com/

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