Drovers' Barn
- Reference Number
- H128
- Location
- Shrewton, Wiltshire51.186660007669;-1.9014930725098
- Sleeps
- 4/6 (max 4 adults) + cot
Situated along a country lane, on the edge of the village of Shrewton, Drovers' Barn looks out onto an idyllic 2 acre garden by the River Till, which is shared only with the owners, whose thatched cottage is some 20 yards away.
The location offers visitors a very central touring base, with easy access to the A303 (1 ½ miles away), making London 1 ½ - 2 hours' drive. Wiltshire's most famous pre-historic sites, Stonehenge and Avebury, the cathedral city of Salisbury and the World Heritage city of Bath are all within easy driving distance.
Between Shrewton and Salisbury to the south, a string of pretty villages nestle in the picturesque Wylye and Woodford valleys. There are many attractive cottages of stone, flint and chalk, traditional country pubs and good walking in the water meadows and on the chalk downland ridges above. For keen golfers there is an excellent course at High Post, near Amesbury. The village of Shrewton itself has local shops and several pubs.
Comments from previous visitors
"We have really enjoyed our stay in the cottage, it's been fantastic! Drover's Barn is equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay, with lots of thoughtful touches." Mr & Mrs Rayner, April 2007
"Drover's Barn is a beautiful base from which to explore beautiful Wiltshire. The attention to detail made it such a welcoming place to stay." Mr & Mrs Zoltan, August 2007
"The barn is homely and cosy with the most beautiful garden. Thank you for the welcome basket and the freshly made bread. We thoroughly enjoyed everything." Mr & Mrs McCuin, May 2008
Accommodation
Drovers' Barn is to a very high specification and has been awarded a 3 star grading by Visit Britain. It is all at ground floor level with a wealth of exposed beams, old pine floors and considerable attention to lighting and décor. The owner provides visitors with a welcome pack; home cooked picnic lunches and evening meals are available by arrangement.
Entrance into a large, attractive open plan living room, open to roof height, comprising a sitting area with log burner, dining area and well equipped fitted kitchen. 2 bedrooms - one twin plus additional sleeping area for 2 children, access being via a small, removable 'apple' ladder. Interconnecting double bedroom with brass & iron bed and door to a secluded garden terrace. Bathroom/w.c. adjoining the twin bedroom with roll top bath & separate shower cubicle. Utility room.
Secluded garden areas by the living room and double bedroom (barbecue provided) and shared use of other parts of the large garden, including a small hut by the river, which is a site of special scientific interest and a haven for wildlife.
Services
- Woodburner - logs at cost
- Oil fired Stanley cooker providing central heating
- Oil and electricity, included in rent May - Sept, otherwise at cost, payable at the cottage
- Bed linen, towels & a welcome pack included in rent
- Cot
- Colour TV (Sky)
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Dishwasher
- Auto washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer
- Microwave
- Telephone for incoming calls
- Wireless broadband internet access
- Driveway parking
- Shops ½ mile
- Good pub and excellent farm shop (Berwick St James) 2 miles
- 1 well behaved pet welcome
- *Short Breaks*
