Roan Cottage

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

58 Customer Review(s)

Corneliu
November 2023

“This is definitely an amazing place to spend few days in cozy and quiet place.”

- Corneliu, November 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and really hope that you will return one day! Kind regards Simon and Alison Property Owner
Helen August 2023

“Great cottage.”

Everything there we needed. Response when the toilet broke was faultless.

- Helen, August 2023

Thank you very much Helen for leaving such glowing feedback. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will return. kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Lucas June 2023

“We had a fantastic week at Roan Cottage.”

Very friendly owners and a lovely area surrounding the cottage - perfect!

- Lucas, June 2023

Thank you for your wonderful feedback Lucas. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property and the local area. We hope that you may return one day. Kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Tracey June 2023

“We have had the most brilliant stay thank you so much to Alison and Simon see you next year”

- Tracey, June 2023

Many thanks Tracey for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back next year! Kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Valerie April 2023

“Was a fantastic place to stay everything was spot on with the bungalow and even the little touches left for us and the dog.”

Great place for a base and plenty of places to see and visit in the area or not too far away. Would highly recommend and would deffinetly book this place again. Thank you very much x

- Valerie, April 2023

Thank you for your wonderful feedback Valerie. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property and your stay! Thank you so much again for your comments and we look forward to welcoming you back! Kinds Regards, Alison and Simon Property Owner
Viktoria December 2022

“We had a lovely stay.”

The cottage was homely and clean, well equipped with everything we needed. The owners were great, going extra length of posting our forgotten house keys. The area is nice with plenty of walking opportunities, exploring and family outings. We would higly reccomend.

- Viktoria, December 2022

Thank you for your wonderful feedback Viktoria. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property and your stay. Kind regards, Alison and Simon Property Owner
Gillian December 2022

“Very spacious and well furnished property in a good location.”

Convenient for walking in Lydiard Park. It was comfortable and warm (once the initial chill was off after the first day). M4 motorway wasn’t a problem at all, however the lane immediately outside the cottage was often very busy! A most pleasant stay - we would return.

- Gillian, December 2022

Thank you David for your feedback as it is very important to us. We are sorry to hear that you found our cottage a little chilly on the first day. What a shame you didn’t mention this when we messaged on your first day to check everything was ok for you. We would have guided you through the operating instructions which are also inside our information folder left on the table. We were also sorry to hear that the single track road outside the cottage had been very busy. Unfortunately there had been temporary traffic lights on the main road from Swindon to Royal Wootton Bassett that week and traffic then tends to use the smaller roads to avoid the queues. We are glad you had a pleasant stay overall though and hope to get the opportunity to welcome you back in the future! Kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Andrew November 2022

“Fantastic cottage very homely and perfect location We will be rebooting.”

- Andrew, November 2022

Thank you Andrew, we are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you another time! Kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Andrew November 2022

“We had a wonderful stay at Roan Cottage.”

It is situated on a farm with lovely outlook, but very close to both Swindon and Royal Wootton Bassett. Hosts were lovely, very helpful and checked everything was OK when we arrived. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again.

- Andrew, November 2022

Thanks very much Andrew for choosing our property and taking the time to write a review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope you will return one day. Alison and Simon Property Owner
Alistair November 2022

“Clean and comfortable cottage and the milk eggs and chocolate on arrival was welcome as were the dog treats for Sid.”

Great idea to leave us dog towels too as we forgot to bring any which is unlike us. Thank you.

- Alistair, November 2022

Many thanks for your comments; we are pleased that you were happy with everything. We are also glad to hear that our small ‘welcome pack’ was useful and hope that you may return one day. Kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Gillian October 2022

“On the whole a good cosy cottage with very comfortable beds and ideally placed to visit various attractions in Wiltshire, however, the cottage would benefit from some new towels and bed linen as these were rather tired.”

An extra lamp in the living room would also have been useful.

- Gillian, October 2022

Many thanks for your feedback Gillian, we are pleased that you were comfortable in our property and liked the location. We use seersucker bed linen that is non iron; it can give the impression that it is older than it is but it is relatively new. We are sorry that there was no table lamp. Unfortunately it was recently damaged and we haven’t got round to replacing it yet but will be asap. Thanks once again for your feedback we have taken your comments on board and will address them. Kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Claire October 2022

“What a lovely place.”

It’s super quiet with lots of lovely walks around, and also decent pubs too. The cottage was spacious enough for 2 adults, 2 children and a dog. The garden is perfect for the dog too. The owners were very accommodating, would definitely recommend

- Claire, October 2022

Thank you very much Claire and family for your lovely comments about our property and the surrounding area. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. kind regards, Alison and Simon Property Owner
Anne October 2022

“Perfect location, clean and well set up.”

No fuss and easy to find. Much appreciated!

- Anne, October 2022

Thank you very much Anne for taking the time to write a review on our property, we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your kind words. Alison and Simon Property Owner
Tony July 2022

“We had an amazing stay and the owners are fantastic - excellent cottage and location”

- Tony, July 2022

We are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay Tony and Debbie and thank you very much for giving us your much appreciated feedback! Kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Marie May 2022

“Lovely property, well appointed, ideally located with both a beautiful park and a pub just down the road.”

Easy access from the M4, easy access to Swindon. Brilliant location for cycling, walking or water sports. We had a lovely stay at the cottage which is spacious and beautifully decorated. Plenty of parking and easy to find. The directions on the website were spot on. Would highly recommend. The owners were also really lovely and the property was spotless. Such a great place to stay. Hope to come back soon

- Marie, May 2022

Thank you very much Marie for your lovely comments about our property and the surrounding area. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and really hope that you will return one day. Kind regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Paula January 2022

“It was amazingly clean, well kept property!”

We had everything we could want in the kitchen too cook for a family. I think the only thing I would add would be a coffee cafetière, but we highly recommend this property. Simon & Matthew were lovely. Thanks for a great stay. Paula LB

- Paula, January 2022

Thank you very much Paula for taking the time to write a review on our property, We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and found our cottage met your requirements. I checked this morning and found the cafetière which was behind the tea and coffee in the cupboard above the sink. We hope it didn’t spoil your stay. Regards Alison and Simon Property Owner
Lynda December 2021

“Second visit and will visit again.”

Roan cottage is exactly as described in the listing. Well equipped cottage that makes for a very comfortable stay.

- Lynda, December 2021

Thank you Lynda, we are so pleased your second stay was again good. We look forward to you returning to us! Alison and Simon Property Owner
Anne October 2021

“This was our second stay in a warm and comfortable cottage.”

Ideally situated for exploring the area.

- Anne, October 2021

Thank you very much Anne for choosing our property again. And for taking the time to write a review. We are so pleased that you had another enjoyable stay. Alison and Simon Property Owner
Valerie October 2021

“Had a great time at Roan Cottage.”

A real feel of home from home. Very cosy and was short of nothing. Really enjoyed our stay and will definately be returning. Thank you.

- Valerie, October 2021

Thank you very much Valerie for choosing our property and for taking the time to write such a positive review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope that you may return one day. Alison and Simon Property Owner
Richard October 2021

“Lovely property, ideally located, very comfortable had a really lovely stay and would not hesitate to book again.”

- Richard, October 2021

Thank you very much Richard for choosing to stay at our property and for taking the time to write a review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and hope that you will return one day. Simon and Alison Property Owner
Sharon September 2021

“Place was fabulous exactly like description on Sykes website very clean comfortable.”

Local to amenities and good base to travel sites around the citswolds and area. Was nice to entertain family who live local and would highly recommend this place and will definitely return. Excellent week away

- Sharon, September 2021

Thank you very much Sharon for choosing to stay in our property and for taking the time to write a review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and really appreciate your kind words. We hope that you will return one day. Alison and Simon Property Owner
Darren September 2021

“Roan Cottage provided a very convenient base for exploring the south Cotswolds and beyond into Somerset.”

The accommodation was fairly basic in comparison to our usual bookings but it was very good value being significantly cheaper than our usual options. It was clean, with a useful lawned garden for our dog and comfortable but we found the shower cubicle very small and the cooking facilities fairly basic. Overall, a well-located, comfortable cottage representing very good value.

- Darren, September 2021

We value your feedback and are pleased that you found our property well located, good value and comfortable etc. As your comment regarding the shower may put other guests off from visiting our property we would however like to confirm that the shower is a standard size which suits most people. Property Owner
Catherine August 2021

“A lovely, clean comfortable cottage in a beautiful part of the world.”

We would love to come back sometime.

- Catherine, August 2021
Phil July 2021

“Roan Cottage was a very relaxing place for us to us as a base for the week and explore the wonderful activities and places of interest that Wiltshire and the Cotswold’s have to offer.”

- Phil, July 2021
Paul June 2021

“A hidden gem.”

Fantastically well placed in a small hamlet outside Swindon.Easy access to Lydiard park to walk your Dog. The facilities are outstanding. Full Credit to Alison & Simon. Thank you so much

- Paul, June 2021
Maureen June 2021

“Lovely cottage everything you needed for a comfortable relaxing break”

- Maureen, June 2021
Sylvia October 2020

“The floor was very slippery could do with a rug, but other than that, it's well equipped and very clean.”

The owner was very helpful

- Sylvia, October 2020
Karen September 2020

“Beautiful cosy cottage in a fantastic area, well equipped, love the open plan living area and two large bedrooms and a massive bathroom.”

Plenty of lovely walks on the doorstep

- Karen, September 2020
Alexa July 2020

“Lovely stay”

- Alexa, July 2020
Sue March 2020

“Beautiful 2 bedroom cottage on the outside of a farm with a few houses nearby - ...”

Beautiful 2 bedroom cottage on the outside of a farm with a few houses nearby - very quiet and peaceful - it also has Brindle Cottage attached to it - loads of space for 4 adults and a dog so not over crowded - shops about 3 miles away

- Sue, March 2020
Graham February 2020

“The cottage was excellent, every thing clean, comfortable and well designed.”

The only thing that was missed was the microwave and fridge needed a clean.

- Graham, February 2020
Karen December 2019

“Had a lovely time perfect for a break away with our dogs.”

- Karen, December 2019
Sally November 2019

“Sykes has once again lived up to it's high standards.”

We have never been let down by yourselves and were delighted to find Roan Cottage just as we had hoped. We would have stayed longer if we could. Alison and Simon (the owners) were friendly and helpful. We would not hesitate to book another holiday with yourselves - Roan Cottage is high on the list!!!

- Sally, November 2019
Janice October 2019

“What a great place to stay!”

Quiet location next to a farm. Perfect for us. Comfortable, clean, spacious and well equipped. It was a home from home. We would definitely like to find a reason to stay again. Great host, available to answer queries.

- Janice, October 2019
Rosemary September 2019

“We enjoyed the are, it was so beautiful and so much history.”

We had wonderful sunny weather and loved sitting outside in the evening watching the world go by. The owners were really friendly but not intrusive. We would definitely go back as it felt like home from home. So comfortable

- Rosemary, September 2019
Maggie August 2019

“We had a wonderful time at Roan Cottage!”

Our son lives nearby and was getting married,we usually stay with him and his girlfriend but needed more space this time! Plenty of space in Roan Cottage for two adults,two teenagers and our dog. Superbly clean and super facilities- I iced and decorating the four tier wedding cake there. After the wedding we had time to visit nearby Avebury and Bristol, plus plenty of dog walking in Lydiard Park ,which is next to the cottage. Super touches such as text messages on arrival and departure to check all was okay, and biscuits,milk and eggs on arrival. Recommended highly!

- Maggie, August 2019
Fiona July 2019

“Really nice cottage clean and comfortable and the owners didn’t bother us but made sure we were happy which was appreciated.”

Lovely area plenty of places to visit.

- Fiona, July 2019
Melvyn May 2019

“The cottage was clean comforyable and well equiped.”

The location was great for exploring North Wiltshire and beyond, close to Swindon, Royal Wootton Bassett Marlborough, Corsham and M4 for Bristol and Bath. Quiet location on a narrow road. Supermarkets close by and Wootton Bassett has a selection of smaller shops to wonder around.

- Melvyn, May 2019
Barbara April 2019

“From arrival to the end of our stay we were in complete relaxation.”

Great location and hospitality and left to our own devices! Will definitely be coming back, very convenient for The Cotswolds and surrounding areas! Cottage is very clean and specious. Large garden with plenty space for your pets to roam! Thank you so much to Alison and Simon for having us. X

- Barbara, April 2019
Sylvia March 2019

“The only thing I can say about it was the cottage was excellent, one thing was odd, that everytime the lamp by the TV was switched on when the TV was on it turn the TV over to the DVD.”

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- Sylvia, March 2019
Alan December 2018

“One of the best equipped cottages we have been to.”

Owner made contact to ensure everything was ok. Park only a two minute walk away which is great with a dog yet you are only minutes away from the centre of town.

- Alan, December 2018
Lesley November 2018

“Lovely quiet place to stay, very handy for the M4”

- Lesley, November 2018
Sandra November 2018

“Roan Cottage was extemely clean and comfortable and when we arrived we found Alison and Simon had left us eggs, milk and apples from their garden.”

They'd also left some doggie treats and a towel for my dog, Snoop, which has never happened in all the years we've used holiday cottages. I'd also sent a text asking about dog friendly pubs in the area and Alison had left us a hand written list which was very helpful. We'd definately recommend this cottage for it's home comforts, location and the thoughtfulness of it's owners.

- Sandra, November 2018
Karen September 2018

“Good location for day trips to Oxford, Bath or the Cotswalds.”

Cottage very comfortable, had all amenities you need.

- Karen, September 2018
Denise August 2018

“A thoughtfully, well-equipped, clean and very comfortable cottage; greeted with welcoming little extras.”

The owners were unintrusive yet readily available if required. Beautiful location and a great touring base. A variety of supermarkets and restaurants a short drive away. Would definitely return and recommend to anyone.

- Denise, August 2018
Dan August 2018

“This place was fantastic, a real home from home.”

Lovely touch by the owners leaving some chocolate and some dog treats & they were very caring and attentive with calls and text messages. We loved it that much that we have already booked to go again next year. I would highly recommend this place as a base if you want to just relax and watch the world go by. You could also get to Bristol in 45 minutes which we did. Swindon is a few minutes away too. You can do as much or as little as you like.

- Dan, August 2018
Erica June 2018

“Roan is a comfortably well equipped cottage,near to amenities, situated in a lovely part of England.”

close to transport links.

- Erica, June 2018
Sue May 2018

“A lovely holiday home just 2 homes together on a working farm - beautiful countryside - can get 2 a lot of places from here - it was home from home with everything that I'd need including washing machine and dish washer .”

- Sue, May 2018
Pauline September 2017

“This was a great cottage especially for someone with restricted mobility.”

It was in a great location, quiet clean and comfortable. The owners communication was great and the little extras were appreciated and a surprise. We enjoyed so much we have just booked it for next year

- Pauline, September 2017
Beverley August 2016

“It was very pleasant and we met the owners who were very pleasant too.”

We know the area well and it was therefore well situated for us.

- Beverley, August 2016
Marika June 2016

“Roan Cottage was a quiet, nice little place and everything that we needed was provided.”

- Marika, June 2016
Malcolm May 2016

“A very well located, spacious and comfortable cottage with a well equipped kitchen.”

There was good clothes storage in the bedrooms and everything was spotlessly clean.

- Malcolm, May 2016
Sonia April 2016

“I enjoyed my stay at Roan Cottage very much.”

The cottage was very clean and comfortable, with everything provided that anyone would need. There was plenty of parking space and a well maintained garden. The cottage is in a very pretty village location with a long vista from the front over fields to the M4 motorway.

- Sonia, April 2016
Carol April 2016

“Roan Cottage was comfortable and warm, with easy access to all major roads.”

Owner was very good when I called with some questions.

- Carol, April 2016
Brian February 2016

“We had a great time visiting family and friends, and we plan to return to Roan Cottage as it was lovely.”

- Brian, February 2016
Pete August 2015

“Roan cottage was in a good location and was clean and comfortable.”

- Pete, August 2015
Jean June 2015

“We had a really enjoyable break and only wish we could have stayed longer.”

The cottage was impressively clean, well equipped and brilliant for anyone such as my mother whose mobility is somewhat impaired. The provision of essentials - including the wine - was an unexpected kindness that was greatly appreciated. We'll be back!

- Jean, June 2015
Debby April 2015

“Nice spacious rooms, very comfortable.”

Farmer J is a superstar. Owner kept in touch in case we needed anything. Overall ...... top job

- Debby, April 2015

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Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Wall-mounted electric heaters with heated towel rail in shower room
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games.Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing board
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available
Off road parking for 2 cars
Secure bike storage available
Shared, enclosed lawned garden to front with furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 30 mins walk, pub 8 mins walk
Note: The M4 motorway is located two miles away across three fields, but can be seen in the distance from the front of the cottage
Note: Due to being on a working farm, dogs must be on a lead when outside
Note: Due to ramped access and wide doors, this property may be suitable for those with limited mobility
Please contact the owner for more information.

The property

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

ROYAL WOOTTON BASSETT

Swindon 6.7 miles; Malmesbury 10.7 miles; Bath 31 miles.

Situated at the southern end of the Cotswold Hills, in rural northern Wiltshire and close to the border with Gloucestershire, the friendly market town of Royal Wootton Bassett can be found. The town was granted Royal patronage in 2011, due to the part it played in the repatriation of military personnel who sadly lost their lives serving their country overseas. It boasts a weekly market and offers a good selection of local shops and inns, providing an ideal touring base from which to explore the attractions of Wiltshire and beyond. The town is close to the historic Lydiard Park, Bowood and Longleat, with the ancient sites of Avebury and Stonehenge nearby. The coastal resorts of Weston-super-Mare and Burnham-on-Sea are just over an hour's drive for anyone wanting to dip their toes in the sea. Visit the charming town of Malmesbury and the Cotswold Water Park and with the historic cities of Bath, Oxford and Salisbury all easily accessible, this area really makes an interesting touring centre at any time of the year.

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Reviews & Ratings

“This is definitely an amazing place to spend few days in cozy and quiet place.”

“Great cottage.”

“We had a fantastic week at Roan Cottage.”

“We have had the most brilliant stay thank you so much to Alison and Simon see you next year”

“Was a fantastic place to stay everything was spot on with the bungalow and even the little touches left for us and the dog.”

“We had a lovely stay.”

“Very spacious and well furnished property in a good location.”

“Fantastic cottage very homely and perfect location We will be rebooting.”

“We had a wonderful stay at Roan Cottage.”

“Clean and comfortable cottage and the milk eggs and chocolate on arrival was welcome as were the dog treats for Sid.”

“On the whole a good cosy cottage with very comfortable beds and ideally placed to visit various attractions in Wiltshire, however, the cottage would benefit from some new towels and bed linen as these were rather tired.”

“What a lovely place.”

“Perfect location, clean and well set up.”

“We had an amazing stay and the owners are fantastic - excellent cottage and location”

“Lovely property, well appointed, ideally located with both a beautiful park and a pub just down the road.”

“It was amazingly clean, well kept property!”

“Second visit and will visit again.”

“This was our second stay in a warm and comfortable cottage.”

“Had a great time at Roan Cottage.”

“Lovely property, ideally located, very comfortable had a really lovely stay and would not hesitate to book again.”

“Place was fabulous exactly like description on Sykes website very clean comfortable.”

“Roan Cottage provided a very convenient base for exploring the south Cotswolds and beyond into Somerset.”

“A lovely, clean comfortable cottage in a beautiful part of the world.”

“Roan Cottage was a very relaxing place for us to us as a base for the week and explore the wonderful activities and places of interest that Wiltshire and the Cotswold’s have to offer.”

“A hidden gem.”

“Lovely cottage everything you needed for a comfortable relaxing break”

“The floor was very slippery could do with a rug, but other than that, it's well equipped and very clean.”

“Beautiful cosy cottage in a fantastic area, well equipped, love the open plan living area and two large bedrooms and a massive bathroom.”

“Lovely stay”

“Beautiful 2 bedroom cottage on the outside of a farm with a few houses nearby - ...”

“The cottage was excellent, every thing clean, comfortable and well designed.”

“Had a lovely time perfect for a break away with our dogs.”

“Sykes has once again lived up to it's high standards.”

“What a great place to stay!”

“We enjoyed the are, it was so beautiful and so much history.”

“We had a wonderful time at Roan Cottage!”

“Really nice cottage clean and comfortable and the owners didn’t bother us but made sure we were happy which was appreciated.”

“The cottage was clean comforyable and well equiped.”

“From arrival to the end of our stay we were in complete relaxation.”

“The only thing I can say about it was the cottage was excellent, one thing was odd, that everytime the lamp by the TV was switched on when the TV was on it turn the TV over to the DVD.”

“One of the best equipped cottages we have been to.”

“Lovely quiet place to stay, very handy for the M4”

“Roan Cottage was extemely clean and comfortable and when we arrived we found Alison and Simon had left us eggs, milk and apples from their garden.”

“Good location for day trips to Oxford, Bath or the Cotswalds.”

“A thoughtfully, well-equipped, clean and very comfortable cottage; greeted with welcoming little extras.”

“This place was fantastic, a real home from home.”

“Roan is a comfortably well equipped cottage,near to amenities, situated in a lovely part of England.”

“A lovely holiday home just 2 homes together on a working farm - beautiful countryside - can get 2 a lot of places from here - it was home from home with everything that I'd need including washing machine and dish washer .”

“This was a great cottage especially for someone with restricted mobility.”

“It was very pleasant and we met the owners who were very pleasant too.”

“Roan Cottage was a quiet, nice little place and everything that we needed was provided.”

“A very well located, spacious and comfortable cottage with a well equipped kitchen.”

“I enjoyed my stay at Roan Cottage very much.”

“Roan Cottage was comfortable and warm, with easy access to all major roads.”

“We had a great time visiting family and friends, and we plan to return to Roan Cottage as it was lovely.”

“Roan cottage was in a good location and was clean and comfortable.”

“We had a really enjoyable break and only wish we could have stayed longer.”

“Nice spacious rooms, very comfortable.”

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About the location

ROYAL WOOTTON BASSETT