Primrose Cottage

About this property

Warminster 4.9 miles, Longleat 5 miles. Settled on the Wiltshire Somerset border in Dilton Marsh, is this inviting escape, Primrose Cottage. This delightful, dog-friendly and family-friendly holiday home benefits from a fabulous setting with field views,close to Longleat with its safari and festival of light , as well as Stourhead National Trust which also puts on a magical Christmas light display. There are local amenities in Warminster and Westbury andthe beauty of the AONBon the doorstep. The historic city of Bath is 30 mins on the train or by car. The cottage itself boasts a welcoming and stylish interior completed by two well-appointed bedrooms; the perfect setting for families or groups of six looking to explore Wiltshire with two of their beloved canine companions. Cross the threshold into your new home-from-home, complete with artwork from local artists, where you can unwind on the plush seating in front of the Smart TV in the sitting room while the designated chef of the group gets acquainted with the fully-equipped kitchen. Dine together at the table before stepping outside to raise a toast to your well-earned holiday on the front patio before travelling upstairs to wash off the day’s adventures in the bathroom. When sleep calls, retire to either a double or twin bedroom, there is also a sofa bed sleeping two guests in the dining room. If you can tear yourself away from this setting, stroll around to the Dilton Marsh Social club for a quick drink, or a lovely meal at the Weavers Arms just along the village. You will find a farm shop with a play area and café just a few mins drive away – they do delicioius take away fish and chips too. Dilton Marsh is home to a railway which provides links to Bath, perfect for a city day out. Head to Warminster for a greater range of amenities, including several pubs and restaurants, along with Warminster Museum where you can learn about the town’s past, and the Lakeside Pleasure Grounds are perfect for the little ones in the summer. See if you can spot the Westbury White Horse, cut into the hillside many years ago, visit National Trust owned Stour Head where you can wander the breath-taking 18th century landscape garden with lakeside walks or even head to Stonehenge and uncover the incredible story of one of the world's most famous places. The AONB also hosts an array of walking, hiking and cycling opportunities that reward guests with breath-taking views across the countryside, ideal for keen ramblers and outdoor enthusiasts. Alternatively venture to Frome, with its alternative shops and cafés, or the city of Bath to immerse yourself in the area’s history at the unique Roman Baths, No1 Royal Crescent Heritage Museum, Bath Abbey and Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein. Discover all this and more from Primrose Cottage.

To the southwest of Salisbury Plain, at the top of the verdant Wylye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, sits Warminster, a charming market town in Wiltshire. Exploring Longleat, the UK's top safari park, where you'll find a gorgeous Tudor house, enormous gardens, and a variety of species including monkeys, lions, and giraffes, is a must-do during any trip to this region. The Warminster town centre, which is well renowned for its military links, has retained much of its original attractiveness, including charming homes and inns made of the native Warminster stone. There are several beautiful treks within a two-minute scenic walk. Warminster has three supermarkets, numerous restaurants, bars, coffee shops, antique stores, a museum, a theatre, a beautiful park with a lake, a skatepark, tennis courts, and a nature reserve that can be reached on foot after just a short stroll, called Smallbrook Meadows. The prestigious Warminster Maltings, which continues to malt barley the old-fashioned way for the beer business, occasionally offers tours to tourists and serves cream teas in the summer. As an alternative, it is essential to see the lovely cities of Bath and Salisbury, as well as Stourhead, National Trust, and Stonehenge, British Heritage. This charming region is full of surprises and is a wonderful home base for your explorations.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin and a double sofa bed.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room

Gas central heating.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine.

Smart TV and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available on request.

Parking on a lane available.

Front patio with furniture and small, enclosed, rear courtyard.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 1 mile and pub 0.1 miles.

Note: The sofa bed in the dining room sleeps an additional two guests