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Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub

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A white building with a wooden door and windows, a small porch, and a brick chimney.
A patio with a wooden deck, a round metal table, and chairs. There are potted plants and a stone urn.
A room with a large arched window overlooking a building.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, a mirror, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Ashbury, ENG
  • Place, North Wessex Downs
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Highclere Castle
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Swindon

Located in Swindon, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Uffington Castle and Uffington White Horse. .This cottage is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from River Thames and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ashdown House.
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What's nearby

  • North Wessex Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 26 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - 39 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Highclere Castle - 44 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • University of Oxford - 48 min drive - 33.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hungerford Kintbury Station - 25 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wheatsheaf - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub

Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with leisurely strolls through picturesque landscapes, leading you to local heritage sites that whisper stories of the past. And when the day's adventures have left you longing for relaxation, indulge in a blissful evening soak in the inviting rolltop bath, relax by the wood burner or birdwatch on the outside patio.

The cottage's prime location is a gateway to some of the UK's most renowned heritage attractions, such as White Horse Hill, Wayland's Smithy, Stonehenge and the Roman Baths in Bath. The Cotswolds, the majestic city of Oxford and more are all within easy reach, beckoning you to embark on unforgettable journeys through history and culture.

Churchyard Cottage offers privacy and seclusion, ideal for creating cherished moments on a romantic getaway. Surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the countryside, you'll find yourself perfectly cocooned, while the village of Ashbury provides convenient amenities just moments away.

Nestled on a serene street next to St Mary the Virgin Church in the charming village of Ashbury, Churchyard Cottage offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of city life. As part of traditional village life, you may occasionally hear the soft, dull sound of the church bells. If you are particularly sensitive to countryside sounds such as bells or birdsong, we recommend bringing earplugs for extra reassurance.

The Rose & Crown Pub, just a short walk away, serves great food with a buzzing atmosphere.

We highly recommend having a car during your stay, as Churchyard Cottage finds itself nestled in the heart of rural bliss.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: only smoke outside!

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: well behaved dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Babies, we have a cot available on request

Events

No events allowed
We do not allow parties or events

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: we do not allow parties or events
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DAVID S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place with loads of charm. Well appointed with comfortable bed and great hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel burgess

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property, minutes from Ridgeway and fabulous walks. Decent pub with food at the bottom of the lane. We accidentally locked ourselves out on our first night, keys arrived within minutes, nothing was a problem even though it was 9pm. Very kind generous hosts, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This host has a commitment to quality in every detail about this lodging. If you could give 10 stars instead of only 5, i would surely give that rating. Very impressed!!! Just sad that we could only stay two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

Great place

We had a fantastic time and look forward to returning again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful cottage in the most perfect location. We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Beautiful Location

Loved staying in this beautiful village
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

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

Great short break

Perfect location for a 2 night getaway with our dog … convenient pub and dog walks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Berandette S.

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

Cosy Cottage

Really nice cottage, cosy and near a pub for meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joann d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was adorable! The path was next to the house..walking distance to a pub that had great food and was friendly. Very peaceful and quiet area in a lovely peaceful village. Would def stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, it is a very nice property. The amenities were described accurately and questions were answered quickly. The only negatives were that it was quite cold and didn’t really get comfortably warm for a couple of days, also cleaning could be a little more thorough.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

Wonderful stay in lovely countryside

had a lovely stay in this cottage it is easy to get to has a great friendly pub on doorstep and a path out your front door that leads to the ridgeway for any walks you fancy would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Klaas H.

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

One week stay

Lovely cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

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

Cozy den

Great location, funky cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Beautiful little cottage in beautiful surroundings

Had a lovely time, cottage was spotless and characterful. Lovely walks nearby local pub and cafe both welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Auste P.

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

Amazing!

It was great stay in a lovely cottage! Beautiful and romantic getaway! Great location and house itself was just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerri H.

Fantastic cottage in an awesome location

Superb weekend away, we loved the cottage and the location. Many fantastic walks direct from the door and the pub which is literally a 2 minute walk serves amazing food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dirk E.

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

Wonderful cottage in a nice little village

Wonderful little house with a good pub closeby and great possibilities to walk on the Ridgeway. We really enjoyed or stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Access to pathway for walks on theRidgeway. Comfortable, clean and cosy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Toni M.

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

Churchyard Cottage

Comfortable, nicely decorated cottage situated in a quiet, friendly village. An ideal getaway from the hussle and bussle of city life.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie P.

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

Great time

Cosy, tasteful, surprising, lovely, peaceful, wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tresa N.

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

ChurchLane Cottage

Quaint, sweet cottage! The cottage had everything we needed and the setting could not have been more beautiful. We enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

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

Perfect

Absolutely idyllic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Bellett

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

Perfect hideaway

Wonderful little place tucked away from the noise and so romantic! A gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Great little Cottage

This is a lovely cottage, perfect for two people and a romantic getaway. The decor is lovely and the location perfect. The pub in the village is lovely and does great food. Perfect for walking along the Ridgeway which is just at the top of the hill. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patricia H.

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

Staying near Ridgeway

Beautiful area with good proximity to interesting sights.had 4 days with great walks on the Ridgeway and local parkland. Good pubs nearby. Slight lack of nearby food shops with local produce.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023