10/10 Excellent
Sean S., Suffolk
6 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little gem, in a hidden part of the Cotswolds.
Sean S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Entire home
Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lyneham, ENG
- Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall5 min drive
- Lydiard Park10 min drive
- Castle Combe Circuit22 min drive
- Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Crib
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Heron’s Nest, with a lovely private garden and use of The Ndoro Pool.
A fabulous cottage, lovingly designed, to created a 'home from home feeling'. A private, south facing garden with stunning views, The woodlands and fields hold an abundance of wildlife and birdlife all of which can be viewed from the property.. Heron's Nest is situated down a quiet lane, 3 miles from the famous town of Royal Wootton Bassett. There are plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants to enjoy.
Please be advised changeover days are Mondays and Fridays.
THE NDORO POOL
Swimming in the Ndoro Pool, is the most beautiful, memorable experience.
The pool has no heating or chemicals, therefore completely natural. Plants, dragonflies, newts, water mussels are some of the wildlife that live happily in the ecosystem.
Working with nature and maintaining the biodiversity of the pool is absolutely essential. Although rare, this can mean pool closure, we don't know when it will happen, or indeed, how long it will take to restore the 'natural normal balance'. We trust you understand.
Please be advised changeover days are Mondays and Fridays.
THE NDORO POOL
Swimming in the Ndoro Pool, is the most beautiful, memorable experience.
The pool has no heating or chemicals, therefore completely natural. Plants, dragonflies, newts, water mussels are some of the wildlife that live happily in the ecosystem.
Working with nature and maintaining the biodiversity of the pool is absolutely essential. Although rare, this can mean pool closure, we don't know when it will happen, or indeed, how long it will take to restore the 'natural normal balance'. We trust you understand.
Property manager
Hillary Walter
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Only by prior arrangement.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There is a charge of £5 per dog per night.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke outside.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Only by prior arrangement.
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Chippenham
Located in Chippenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall and Royal British Legion Remembrance Garden are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Birds Marsh. Travelling with kids? Consider Studley Grange Garden and Leisure Park, or check out an event or a game at The Energy Check County Ground.
Lyneham, ENG
What's nearby
- Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
- Lydiard Park - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
- Swindon Designer Outlet - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
- Castle Combe Circuit - 22 min drive - 23.5 km
- Lacock Abbey - 23 min drive - 24.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Crump's Coffee Shop & Cafe - 6 min drive
- The Five Bells - 6 min drive
- The Mallard - 4 min drive
- chillies Indian Restaurant - 6 min drive
- The Three Crowns Brinkworth - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David L.
18 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely cottage in a beautiful setting
David L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Edwin&Clarissa v.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay, highly recommended
Edwin&Clarissa v.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alan C.
3 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property and Host
Alan C.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
cynthia a.
29 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stsy
cynthia a.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Julie R.
3 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second visit and not the last
Julie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
James G.
22 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
James G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gray R.
13 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday weekend away with my wife
Gray R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
robert g.
24 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heron's Nest
robert g.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Angela W.
22 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect Getaway
Angela W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
angie d.
13 Mar 2017
Excellent
angie d.
10/10 Excellent
Desna R.
15 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Desna R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Lori B., Brandon Manitoba
4 May 2018
A great home away from home!
Lori B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
13 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Making Memories
Julie S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tracy C.
7 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, relaxing break
Tracy C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kieran M.
14 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot for a weekend in the countryside
Kieran M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ignaas en Sabine D.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect startpunt voor bezoek aan de Cotswalds
Ignaas en Sabine D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
André K., Holzminden, Deutschland
7 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein schöner Aufenthalt in einer schönen Gegend
André K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved it!!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ellis E.
18 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Royal Wootton Bassett Tranquility
Ellis E.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
India L.
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, and perfect swim during the heatwave!
India L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robert W.
31 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well earned break
Robert W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ross D.
30 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing retreat
Ross D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sheila & Paul C.
26 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in a lovely location
Sheila & Paul C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and idyllic
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
About the host
Hosted by Hillary Walter
We are a family of 5 who have have recently renovated and extended our home and cottage. We love being outside and enjoy gardening. We have a small holding consisting of a variety of chickens, pigs, sheep and two ponies!!
I enjoy making jams, chutneys, cakes etc. Nick (my husband) has just bought a Smoker for fish and meat and has been experimenting with that!
Understandably, our friends call us Tom and Barbara!!
I enjoy making jams, chutneys, cakes etc. Nick (my husband) has just bought a Smoker for fish and meat and has been experimenting with that!
Understandably, our friends call us Tom and Barbara!!
Why they chose this property
We bought Burrington because of its location. We are situated down a very quiet lane surrounded by fields with a view of Tockenham wood, which has Tockenham Lake within it. You could hardly believe we're only 2 miles from Royal Wootton Bassett and therefore have easy access to the M4 - which makes Heron's Nest an easy to get to retreat!!
What makes this property unique
There are plenty of wonderful things to experience whilst staying at Heron's Nest. Most notably the Natural Swimming Pool! A fabulous experience which people come back for!
There are wonderful walks in and around us. Plenty of fabulous and interesting towns and cities to visit, Bath, Oxford, Marlborough, Bristol, Castle Combe and the Cotswolds are all within an hours drive
The property itself is well equipped - I have tried to create a home from home kitchen. The sitting room has all the normal appliances one would expect plus a variety of games.
There are wonderful walks in and around us. Plenty of fabulous and interesting towns and cities to visit, Bath, Oxford, Marlborough, Bristol, Castle Combe and the Cotswolds are all within an hours drive
The property itself is well equipped - I have tried to create a home from home kitchen. The sitting room has all the normal appliances one would expect plus a variety of games.
Languages:
English
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