Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath
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,
Property manager
Mrs Anne Evans
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Stairgate at top of stairs but they are open below
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Events
No events allowed
Inviting a few friends over for a meal is fine
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Pets
No pets allowed
Occasionally but need aproval
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Only allowed OUTSIDE property
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: Inviting a few friends over for a meal is fine
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Salisbury
Located in Salisbury, this cottage is in a rural area. Longleat is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and Center Parcs Longleat Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Larmer Tree Gardens and Wessex Raceway / Virtual Warfare. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Tisbury, Wiltshire
What's nearby
Wardour Castle - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
Gold Hill Museum - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 25 min drive - 24.0 km
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 32 min drive - 28.9 km
Getting around
Tisbury Station - 9 min walk
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
The Grosvenor Arms - 9 min drive
San Tonino Restaurant - 16 min drive
The Half Moon - 16 min drive
Amy's Fish & Chips - 15 min drive
The Boot Inn - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Delightful 18th Century Converted Stables in quiet location with nearby footpath located?
This family-friendly Salisbury cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Messums Wiltshire and Wardour Castle. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Dinton Park & Philipps House are also within 6 miles (10 km). Tisbury Station is 9 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Had a lovely easter weekend staying at the stables whilst visiting friends in the area. Very quiet an easily accessible into tisbury village for amenities. Very convenient for stonehenge where we visited. Anyone looking at the property an wondering if to book do it you wont be disappointed.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Angela P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
6/10 Okay
Mabel V.
13 July 2024
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Mooie locatie
Redelijk. De locatie en het huis zijn prachtig maar het comfort van de bedden en de banken mag echt beter. Wij vinden het ook jammer dat er dieren aanwezig zouden zijn maar wij deze allemaal niet gezien hebben.
La casita nos encantó. Tiene todo lo necesario además de un futbolín, con el que los niños se lo pasaron muy bien.
Pablo S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by Mrs Anne Evans
Wick Farm is the home of Anne and Nick Evans who live in the farmhouse most of the time. We have spent many years doing up and restoring the property and it is where we raised our 3 sons who now live in London. Every year we do a little more to both the house and garden to improve the place and have a regular redecorating programme to keep both the house and the stables in excellent condition