Kings Cottage - North | Broad Chalke | Wiltshire

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

36 Customer Review(s)

Carolyn
May 2022

“Charming spot with lovely garden & all amenities needed.”

Village also friendly with good shop / cafe & pub. I do warmly recommend it as a great base for exploring this area.

Village also friendly with good shop / cafe & pub. I do warmly recommend it as a great base for exploring this area.

- Carolyn, May 2022

Thank you for providing your feedback and we're delighted you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you again. Property Owner
Theresa April 2022

“This was a truly relaxing stay.”

The setting and the walks were great.Will be back.

- Theresa, April 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback and we're so glad you had some nice walks and had such a relaxing stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Property Owner
David April 2022

“Excellent venue for two.”

Well equipped and very clean. Beautiful village with excellent pub. Superb location for historic Wilton and Salisbury with Dorchester, Bournemouth and Southampton within easy reach. Some great walks and a lot of wildlife to be seen. A big thankyou to the host and her team.

- David, April 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback and we're delighted that you enjoyed your stay - also the village and local pub! It's great that you made the most of the surrounding area and enjoyed seeing the wildlife on your walks. We hope to welcome you again. Property Owner
Stephen April 2022

“This is a lovely, well-maintained property, in a very quiet location which is very convenient for Salisbury and its Park & Ride services.”

The only problem within the property was the unfamiliar cooker hob for which instructions were lacking. We enjoyed our stay immensely in a very friendly village. We were very grateful for the email information supplied prior to our stay, thank you.

- Stephen, April 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased to see you had such a great stay and hope to see you again soon! Property Owner
Lyn February 2022

“A lovely relaxing holiday, even on a stormy day it was lovely to snuggle up in front of the fire.”

- Lyn, February 2022
Steve February 2022

“This is a great place to stay.”

Host gave loads of additional information which was really helpful. Will be looking to rebook at another time of the year

- Steve, February 2022
Susan December 2021

“Very comfortable cottage with every facility we needed.”

Location was brilliant - pub and local shop not 5 mins walk away and plenty of public footpaths through farmland for healthy walks. I am sure we will return!

- Susan, December 2021

We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and all the property could provide. You are always welcome to return! Property Owner
Katy November 2021

“Great communication from the property owner.”

A beautiful property in a lovely village. A nice open plan ground floor with log burner. Good equipment in the kitchen. The bedroom was also open plan and the bed was very comfortable. Nice local walks. Would recommend.

- Katy, November 2021

Thank you for providing us with your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back any time in the future. Property Owner
George October 2021

“Probably the best equipped holiday cottage we have stayed at, other than the unfortunate breakdown of the dishwasher.”

We enjoyed our stay.

- George, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back any time in the future. Property Owner
Gina October 2021

“This was a really really lovely base to explore Wiltshire and superb walking from the doorstep which is always a big plus.”

Local pub was lovely and friendly and the local shop was well stocked. The house itself was really well thought out with everything you need. Nice and warm with the log burner and the bonus of as many free logs as you need. Bed was super comfy as was the sofa which in my experience really unusual. Also a super pretty garden even in mid October. A big thank you to Fiona for the lovely goodies that were left for us. Just in case you weren’t sure we really liked this place.

- Gina, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back any time in the future. Property Owner
Jennifer October 2021

“Lovely well equipped cottage, comfortable and peaceful with a pretty garden .”

The village has a community shop which sells all the essentials and more , the pub nearby serves delicious food and there was a bus into Salisbury every half an hour so we were able to leave the car behind one day - perfect!

- Jennifer, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back any time in the future. Property Owner
Susan October 2021

“Lovely comfortable cottage ,very cosy , very clean very well appointed, lovely walks and pubs nearby ,would definitely recommend staying there.”

- Susan, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back any time in the future. Property Owner
Ashley August 2021

“Really lovely cottage in a beautiful location with easy access to some lovely pubs, local villages and also to the coast”

- Ashley, August 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are happy to hear you had a good holiday at Kings Cottage. Property Owner
Ian August 2021

“Stool and mirror in bedroom for the ladies, perhaps a couple of sun loungers could be kept in brew house and taken out when weather appropriate.”

And perhaps a TV in the bedroom.

- Ian, August 2021

Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay at Kings Cottage North. It's lovely to hear how much you enjoyed the cottage and we will pass on your suggestions to the owner regarding the suggestion of a stool/mirror/TV in the bedroom and sun loungers out side. I know the owner has a lovely table and chairs set already outside which are very comfy for guests to use. Property Owner
Caroline July 2021

“Kings Cottage North is a perfect hideaway for two.”

It is set in a beautiful cottage garden that gets the afternoon / evening sun - the table and chairs are in the perfect spot for an aperitif! The cottage itself was reassuringly clean and well equipped and the local area has plenty of lovely walks and things to see / do. Sunday lunch at the local pub (the Queens Head) was excellent. We hope to return.

- Caroline, July 2021

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your recent stay at Kings Cottage North. We are glad you like it as much as we do and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
James October 2020

“Happy with cottage and instruction/direction etc.”

Cottage was reassuringly very clean we had an enjoyable stay. Welcome pack was less than some but still very nice, living / tv area could have been better tv mount quite high on wall. Perfectly pleasant and good parking.

- James, October 2020

We are pleased to hear the cottage was very clean and you had an enjoyable stay. Many Thanks Hideaways. Property Owner
Darren October 2020

“Superb cozy cottage nestled in a quaint Wiltshire village.”

Some great cycling Into Dorset and yeh coast all within a good distance, then back to base to light the log burner and tuck into a glass of wine. Some great pubs around to, Beckford Arms and the local - queens head were lovely. Dog friendly too. The whole experience of booking, the facilities and the quality of the cottage was second to none. Great spot if you want to escape into a peaceful retreat for a week.

- Darren, October 2020

Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments on Kings Cottage North. The owner will be delighted to hear that the facilities and quality of the cottage was second to none! Hideaways. Property Owner
Nicola September 2020

“Excellent from start to finish, the only one thing i thought would be useful is a shower mat in the shower cubicle as it was quite slippery.”

- Nicola, September 2020

We are glad everything was excellent from start to finish, we have contacted the owner regarding the shower mat. Many Thanks Hideaways. Property Owner
Janet September 2020

“The cottage is beautiful, very comfortable, well furnished, clean and ideal for two people.”

However I agree with others and do not feel the grounds are particularly dog friendly. We could not let our dog out on his own in the garden as it is not enclosed and the gate at the entrance was open all of the time to allow car access for both cottages. Apart from that, we had a lovely week and would not hesitate to recommend this cottage.

- Janet, September 2020

Thank you so much for your feedback. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience of your stay. We are pleased to hear you had a lovely week and would not hesitate to recommend the cottage. Property Owner
John August 2020

“The cottage was ideal for the two of us and the dog.”

It was in a beautiful and quiet location. It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

- John, August 2020

Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay at Kings Cottage. It's great to hear you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Cheryl July 2020

“We adored this beautiful, peaceful cottage.”

The garden is so pretty- we loved sitting out in the evening over-looking it, drink in hand; when it rained we sat by the cozy fire (as much wood as you want provided at no extra cost). The cottage had all that we needed for a very comfortable week's stay. There was a very thoughtful gift of a jar of local honey and hand-made chocolates waiting for us when we arrived. The village is quaint and tranquil. We often enjoyed a walk out in the evening either around the village or to the local pub; in the day there are many beautiful walks- we particularly enjoyed walking to the watercress fields (and buying freshly picked watercress). The cottage is very conveniently located for many excursions- a week was not enough! On hot days we made our way to the stunning coastal villages which are only about 40 minutes away or at other times we spent our days walking in wildflower meadows or next to glorious, clear rivers by pubs and through villages. Salisbury is also a beautiful place to visit and a day at Stonehenge is a must! We are certain this would be a beautiful place to stay at any time of the year- so we will be back. We may even book the much bigger cottage next door (or both) and bring the whole family!!

- Cheryl, July 2020

Thank you for taking the time to leave your lovely comments on Kings Cottage North. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the surrounding areas and the garden. We would love for your to bring your whole family. Both cottages have many repeat guests. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future. Hideaways Property Owner
Beverley July 2020

“We have stayed in a number of very good Sykes cottages, but Kings Cottage North was certainly the best so far.”

An immaculate cottage in an idyllic location with beautiful countryside all around. Many great walks from the doorstep, could easily have stayed longer. Loved the well kept private garden too.

- Beverley, July 2020

Thank you for your feedback regarding Kings Cottage. It's always so lovely to hear how much guests have enjoyed staying and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
James March 2020

“Cottage was as expected as always with Sykes Cottages Have already booked another break with you”

- James, March 2020
Jo December 2019

“Beautiful little semi detached cottage for two which has been refurbished to a high standard with fabulous walks from the door.”

Great pub within walking distance and local village store. The garden is not private as it is open plan to the next door cottage and the parking area. For our dog we would prefer our garden area to be enclosed so that she could be let off the lead although the owners have made the shared 5 bar gate doggy proof but the gardens are still open to next door and the parking spaces. The gardens are absolutely beautiful & we thoroughly enjoyed our holiday.

- Jo, December 2019
Christine August 2019

“We loved Kings Cottage North, from first arrival to our departure we enjoyed staying there very much as did our dog Skye who didn't want to leave.”

It quickly became our home from home, it's in a perfect setting and was a prefect location for our trips to surrounding areas, always a pleasure to return to it after a long day out sightseeing. The Cottage has a great feel to it, the village is quiet and the locals are friendly, there was much activity around the Church and the Community Centre, the pub and Chalke Village Stores, during our stay there was a wedding of an African Royal Family, you don't get that every day. Kings Cottage north may be small but it holds you, the facilities are first class, though the Sykes site does not make it clear what facilities are provided within the Cottage. Loved it, our stay there was over all too quickly, it's somewhere that we would definitely have no hesitation in returning to.

- Christine, August 2019
Roger June 2019

“Everything was fine.”

However we had not read the description of the property well enough though and were surprised not to find a microwave. Our fault entirely.

- Roger, June 2019

As correctly mentioned the website clearly states that there is no microwave. However, the owner will always respond to any feedback and has since added a microwave to the property to ensure a comfortable stay as possible for guests as this will always remain a priority. Property Owner
Richatd May 2019

“Great cottage had a lovely week there.”

The problem we had was sorted out quickly and satisfactorily. The biggest problem was that there was no microwave but we coped with that in the end. Would love to come again as the garden was beautiful and the cottage received all the evening sun.

- Richatd, May 2019

We are sorry that you missed a microwave during your stay. However, the website clearly states that there is no microwave at the property. However, the owner has taken onboard this feedback and will ensure that a microwave is added shortly to ensure a comfortable stay. Property Owner
Ann November 2018

“The cottage was perfect and it must be even nicer in summer.”

Everything needed was there and we were able to make the most of our short break. The level of restoration was high especially the granite kitchen worktops which was extraordinary in a holiday cottage. All round it is a lovely place in a great setting and perfect for short or longer stays.

- Ann, November 2018
Laura & Jeremy

“We had a lovely Christmas break in this spotlessly clean cottage.”

Nicely decorated with the woodburner being the focal point. The generous supply of complementary logs was an added bonus.

- Laura & Jeremy,
Peter & Ruth

“Comfortable and peaceful cottage - we thoroughly enjoyed out stay.”

Walked miles of beautiful countryside and met hardly a soul - what a contrast to the overcrowded Thames Valley! Nice to be able to settle back at the cottage in the evenings with the warming glow of the wood burner stove. Thank you! Peter, Ruth and Samson the Labrador

- Peter & Ruth,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“We stayed in Kings Cottage North whilst waiting for our new house we were buying, to be completed.”

The cottage is set in delightful grounds which are beautifully maintained. The cottage itself is fairly small but very well presented and equipped. It has been immaculately renovated and sits amidst stunning countryside in the quiet village of Broad Chalke. It is in walking distance of the local pub, the Queens Head, and also the local and thriving local community run shop. It is only nine miles from Salisbury centre but has access to wonderful cycling and walking country. It is also on a local bus route between Shaftesbury and Salisbury. Next door is King's Cottage South which is much larger with four bedrooms so together the two cottages would make a wonderful destination for a large group weekend away, or a family celebration. Peace and quiet, with lots to do and see, but a hideaway if gentle relaxation is your objective.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Ms Stevens

“'What a perfectly well-thought-out "home-away-from-home"!”

Light, spacious, airy and uncluttered, King's Cottage - North sets the bar high. North Cottage has been the ideal place for me to complete work training in this area. Really looking forward to my next visit in three weeks. '

- Ms Stevens,
Sarah, Paul and Pivca

“We heartily endorse all the positive comments about the comforts of King's Cottage North.”

The week has passed all too quickly - we have seen lots, enjoyed some breathtaking walks and still feel that there will be lots to do when we come back again - hopefully very soon.

- Sarah, Paul and Pivca,
Sheila and Bryan

“Perfection.”

.. absolute perfection! Every detail of this gorgeous little cottage and it's surrounding gardens has been lovingly and stylishly addressed. This village is so picturesque and many of it's houses are stunning.

- Sheila and Bryan,
Dietmar

“The House is perfect for us.”

Lovely, Clean and the garden is just wonderful!\

- Dietmar,
Martin and Paula

“What a lovely cottage and so well set up with everything you need.”

Provided a great base for exploring Wiltshire and Dorset.

- Martin and Paula,
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The property

Situated in the grounds of the historic, Grade II listed King's Old Rectory, North Cottage (one of two superb holiday cottages at this location) offers guests the opportunity to stay somewhere quite exceptional.

Situated deep in the heart of South Wiltshire's magnificent Chalke Valley, where the sparkling River Ebble flows towards the cathedral city of Salisbury, a stay at this outstanding cottage will definitely live on in the memory.

Recently the property has undergone a painstaking and no-expense-spared refurbishment, where the owners have ensured the period features are mixed with modern touches, to create a truly beautiful holiday home.

We love the understated taste and style that are evident throughout the interiors.

The Old Rectory was once handed over to Henry VI as part of the endowment of the newly founded King's College Cambridge.

Centuries later, in the 1900s, the house was visited by many well-known literary figures of the time including the poet laureate, Robert Bridges and the author Thomas Hardy.

The Hollywood actress, Greta Garbo is said to have been photographed by Sir Cecil Beaton sitting on the bridge over the Ebble in the Rectory's garden!Please note: The cottages can be reserved individually with their own private entrances and gardens but if booked jointly they are perfect for larger groups of up to ten guests who will be able to make use of South Cottage's large, convivial dining area.

Summary

One king-size double bedroom with en suite shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with wood burning stove.
Central heating with wood burning stove
Electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, washer/drier TV, DVD, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking
Garden with sitting area
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 5 mins walk
Note: The property requires a refundable Good House Keeping Bond of £100 prior to booking
Note: This property is unsuitable for babies
Note: This property can be booked with Kings Cottage South for up to 10 guests.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

About the location

BROAD CHALKE

Salisbury 8 miles; Shaftsbury 14 miles.

The beautiful village of Broad Chalke is situated in the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in Wiltshire, England. Footpaths, bridleways and cycling routes are right on your doorstep in this charming village, making it popular for outdoor enthusiasts. The village has an 18th century traditional pub and a local village store, and is home to the Grade I listed Parish Church of All Saints dating back to the 13th and 14th century. Visitors staying in Broad Chalke have access to many visitor attractions including Stourhead, Wilton House, Longleat and Stonehenge, all within easy driving distance. The nearby historic towns of Shaftesbury and Salisbury offer a range of amenities and places of interest.

Note: The property has a Good House Keeping Bond of £100.
Note: This property is unsuitable for babies.
Note: This property can be booked with Kings Cottage South for up to 10 guests

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Reviews & Ratings

“Charming spot with lovely garden & all amenities needed.”

“This was a truly relaxing stay.”

“Excellent venue for two.”

“This is a lovely, well-maintained property, in a very quiet location which is very convenient for Salisbury and its Park & Ride services.”

“A lovely relaxing holiday, even on a stormy day it was lovely to snuggle up in front of the fire.”

“This is a great place to stay.”

“Very comfortable cottage with every facility we needed.”

“Great communication from the property owner.”

“Probably the best equipped holiday cottage we have stayed at, other than the unfortunate breakdown of the dishwasher.”

“This was a really really lovely base to explore Wiltshire and superb walking from the doorstep which is always a big plus.”

“Lovely well equipped cottage, comfortable and peaceful with a pretty garden .”

“Lovely comfortable cottage ,very cosy , very clean very well appointed, lovely walks and pubs nearby ,would definitely recommend staying there.”

“Really lovely cottage in a beautiful location with easy access to some lovely pubs, local villages and also to the coast”

“Stool and mirror in bedroom for the ladies, perhaps a couple of sun loungers could be kept in brew house and taken out when weather appropriate.”

“Kings Cottage North is a perfect hideaway for two.”

“Happy with cottage and instruction/direction etc.”

“Superb cozy cottage nestled in a quaint Wiltshire village.”

“Excellent from start to finish, the only one thing i thought would be useful is a shower mat in the shower cubicle as it was quite slippery.”

“The cottage is beautiful, very comfortable, well furnished, clean and ideal for two people.”

“The cottage was ideal for the two of us and the dog.”

“We adored this beautiful, peaceful cottage.”

“We have stayed in a number of very good Sykes cottages, but Kings Cottage North was certainly the best so far.”

“Cottage was as expected as always with Sykes Cottages Have already booked another break with you”

“Beautiful little semi detached cottage for two which has been refurbished to a high standard with fabulous walks from the door.”

“We loved Kings Cottage North, from first arrival to our departure we enjoyed staying there very much as did our dog Skye who didn't want to leave.”

“Everything was fine.”

“Great cottage had a lovely week there.”

“The cottage was perfect and it must be even nicer in summer.”

“We had a lovely Christmas break in this spotlessly clean cottage.”

“Comfortable and peaceful cottage - we thoroughly enjoyed out stay.”

“We stayed in Kings Cottage North whilst waiting for our new house we were buying, to be completed.”

“'What a perfectly well-thought-out "home-away-from-home"!”

“We heartily endorse all the positive comments about the comforts of King's Cottage North.”

“Perfection.”

“The House is perfect for us.”

“What a lovely cottage and so well set up with everything you need.”

The property

Summary

About the location

BROAD CHALKE