The Old Bakehouse

Lovely cottage with lots of space, located in the heart of Avebury offering stunning walks from the door step.

This is our second visit to this property and it was as lovely as the first visit.

We had issues with the Sky service due to the terrible weather. The owner was quickly on the case and kept us informed until the issue was fixed. This is a fantastic property in a superb location to explore the local area and we would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone.

The property was lovely, warm, spacious, safe and well equipped.

One shower, (not one over bath), no downstairs toilet facilities and very steep stairs, made it difficult and a struggle for everyone. We were a group of 6, but could accommodate 8 which would be a nightmare.

Great location and the cottage has high end equipment and finishes.

Would benefit from a downstairs cloakroom or shower room (there is plenty of space for this) particularly as one bedroom is downstairs. A shower over the bath would also make sense considering there may be eight guests to accommodate. We were only a party of five but even so had to share the one shower at the property (in the en suite) with other guests, which kind of detracts from the notion of a private en suite facility that one would assume. The garden is fully enclosed so great for dog owners.

We really enjoyed our stay, the cottage is beautiful with plenty of space and a well equipped kitchen.

Would have been nice to see a shower over the bath in the main bathroom but that shouldn’t be a deal breaker. A lovely setting to meet up with family. The dogs loved the garden, and it was properly enclosed ( a relief for us). Lovely village, the local pub was ok- but the night we went they seemed to be understaffed and stressed. Food was good though. Found a good walk for our spaniels at West Woods- just a short drive away. Would definitely recommend and will be back!

Lovely quiet location.

Beautiful house. full of everything you need to cook. The house has been renovated to a good standard but in keeping with the age of the property. Although the village has lots of visitors the street is out of the way so you don't notice them

Regret, one cereal bowl was broken.

The Bakehouse was in a brilliant location in Avebury for the stones and other Neolithic structures. The National Trust buildings are a short distance from the house. The house itself was very characterful with a stylish Kitchen and dining room. Our only criticism is that for eight people the property would benefit from another bath/shower room with WC.

This is our second stay in this property and we had a wonderful time.

The owners have pretty much thought of everything you might need and provided great quality kitchen and bathroom accessories. There's also a charming walled garden which is very dog safe (particularly if you own an escape artist). Amazing you are also literary seconds away from a UNESCO world heritage site. We really hope to be back again next year!

We had a wonderful stay at The Old Bakehouse.

Our four cocker spaniels loved the garden and Fiona told us about some local walks so they could run in open fields, too. The property is of a really high specification and we had everything we needed, and more. Avebury is atmospheric and full of characters which added to the holiday vibe, despite only being a short break. The Red Lion served wonderful food with great service on Father's Day which coincided with my parents' 62nd wedding anniversary which was the main reason for our stay. We would love to visit again.

What an amazing property in a stunning location.

The pictures on the house really do not do it justice. It is spacious, in an ideal location and the layout is brilliant. We have already booked to come back. Only one thing that could be improved is the sofas were a little deep for some of the older members of our party. Other than that everything was spot on and more than we could have hoped for.

Thank you Tony and family for a really wonderful stay.

This was a pre60th birthday trip with girlfriends. My first present were the treats left for us and I originally assumed the flowers were from the girls. It was a really nice touch. The cottage was very well appointed and comfortable. If we could ask for anything then it would be a better understanding of what is recycled as waste and for some hand towels in the bathroom but these are very minor quibbles and the cottage was spotlessly clean and perfectly located in a beautiful village. I would love to return some day.

We absolutely loved our stay!

The property is really well equipped and very comfortable and warm. We loved the garden in the spring sunshine too! We would say it would have been more helpful to have had additional guidance for parking, we were very unsure at first where to park as there is no driveway or designated parking. If it could be made clearer that you park directly outside the property this would have helped. There are also no photos of the outside of the property from the street on the listing which made it difficult to find and identify so this could be helpful going forwards. Finally, the television in the main sitting room was in a really awkward spot for everyone to be able to view for the long cosy nights in, if it was positioned more central than would have been nice but not the be all and end all as we played games and enjoyed the relaxing time away. We were also unsure as to what arrangements were with regard to recycling so this could be provided for future guests. We loved the welcoming touches such as the delicious milk, and basked with biscuits and choccies and wine. Also additional thanks for providing facilities for our littlest member of the party, the cot and baby gates were great. The location was incredible and we would love to return.

Wow!

Fantastic stay at The Old Bakehouse! The facilities were fantastic, and the photos do not do this property justice. It was perfect for our weekend away, and we would return and stay here again. Really considerate hosts, and we particularly liked the small touches of dog-friendly items!

We had a fabulous stay at the property over half term with our three children, their grandparents and our family dog Pip.

We loved the Old Bakehouse with all its old fashioned quirks yet comfortable modern amenities - it has been refurbished to a really high standard and we loved that it has been in the family for such a long time. Also very much appreciated our welcome gifts so thank you very much for those! Avebury was an amazing little place, we had no idea that it was so historic when booking but were blown away by it. Excellent all round, thank you.

My friends and I spent a wonderful weekend at The Old Bakehouse.

We found the cottage well equipped, very clean and comfortable. The only thing that would have made our stay better, is if there was a shower over the bath. Thankfully we are all very good friends and just had a bit of a shower Rota. Lots of great walks from the front door{we only did two} We would recommend this property and hope to return.

We really enjoyed our break with family from overseas.

The facilities were very good and of a high standard. The house was very warm during a particular cold spell after snow and ice. The fire was a real bonus adding extra heat at night. There is masses of things to do within a short ride and lots to learn about English history. We didn’t particularly like the Red Lion pub as we found the food poor and beer selections limited, however the Waggon and Horses a short drive away was very good with Wandsworth beers and excellent quality meals. It was very good to find a house of such quality thank you.

We had the most fantastic break over the new year.

The cottage is beautiful and renovated to a high standard. Loved the under floor heating! It feels like no expense has been spared on the appliances, bed linen, mattresses and all the little touches. Dog bowls, treats & poo bags included too! Loved the open fire & you didn’t just get one basket was also a nice touch. The village itself is beautiful with lots of walks & a very dog friendly pub 5 mins walk from the house. We don’t normally go back to a place once we’ve visited but will be making an exception to return to the old bake house as we loved it so much!! Highly recommend

Absolutely beautiful cottage, very well equipped and amazing location.

Comfortable beds Lovely woodburner Kitchen fully stocked Lovely extension for dining room and additional chill area with sofa and tv

This was such a wonderful cottage.

The beds are extremely comfortable. The kitchen is the most well-equipped one I have stayed in. Couldn’t fault it’s location, right in the centre of Avebury and opposite the church. A most relaxing and enjoyable holiday for all of the family. Will definitely book again.

As a middle aged couple with three rescue dogs we have stayed in a number of holiday properties, this may be the best.

... The owners gladly facilitated a last minute date change on our part, but the Old Bakehouse sold itself once inside the door. Despite being 300 years old and in autumnal weather, the property was as warm as toast with its underfloor heating and numerous thermostats both downstairs and up. The sofas and bedding were super comfy and the electronic equipment was modern and hi spec - from the NEF cookers & Air Fryer to the smart tv's. Unusually - the kitchen held most things that you may need from premium coffee to brown sauce..... Parking out front was convenient for one and sometimes two cars, the rear garden was large, pictoresque and secure, the surroundings were 10/10 with easy walks steeped in history and a great Chef & Brewer pub (The Red Lion) just a 100 metre safe walk away. In balance, we couldn't not have asked for more. There are no ground floor rest room facilities which was fine for us, there is a good bathroom and ensuite double bedroom on the first floor. We would stay again in a heartbeat if returning to Wiltshire....

The property is old and quaint, it was spacious ,clean and well equipped in the kitchen .

Good quality towels and bedding . We ,like others found the sofas extremely low and the all feather cushions heavy and uncomfortable. The dining chairs are not upholstered and although okay for eating a meal they were uncomfortable as an alternative seat to the sofas. I booked this property because it had a ground floor bedroom and I don’t think the property description is clear enough in that all toilet and bathing facilities are upstairs. I have reduced mobility and thought the shower was downstairs , if I had known I wouldn’t have booked it . The bathroom and shower rooms are nicely done and the beds are very comfortable. The lounge and ground floor bedroom are quite dark and colder than the rest of the ground floor. The bedrooms and bathrooms were chilly in the evening and the radiators never came on even when the temperature dropped . The owners do make themselves available via email, mobile or WhatsApp , we just didn’t bother them . The enclosed garden was perfect for our dog . The location was great and it was only a short walk to the pub to get a meal out . It wasn’t made very clear as to where the additional car parking was and whether you had to pay , there was no mention of it in the property handbook or Sykes website . We only had one car and used the space in front of the property, you have to do a few manoeuvres to turn your car around as the road is narrow and no turning spaces.

Beautiful house and wondered location and we had a very enjoyable stay.

Would be 5 star with a few changes: shower in shared bathroom, extra toilet downstairs especially as there's a bedroom downstairs and potentially 8 people in the house, some simple instructions for kitchen equipment - yes it is all top of the range but not straightforward to use, there is a great tv in the living room but it is impossible to see from the sofas! A couple of coffee tables would have been helpful, as well as chairs in all bedrooms. Hope this helps

Wonderful cottage with all we needed.

Really good beds but the sofas were too low and soft for people of a certain age and we struggled a little with them Also a shower in the main bathroom would have been useful However we would recommend this cottage highly and would visit again

This was the perfect cottage and location to stay with family.

Clean, comfortable, spacious and well equipped. Lots to do in Avebury from the doorstep. Thank you. We all had a great time.

It's a lovely cottage.

The garden could do with a bit of cutting back where the table is and out side where the bin are. Windows could do with a clean. It just needs a bit of TLC as its a lovely home. The beding in the winter would be great but to hot and heavy for the summer months.

The house is amazing in a beautiful location.

Lots of space to sit inside and out, and a magnificent oak table off the kitchen to easily seat 8. The kitchen is very well provisioned including plastic plates and cups for the children. We all loved the garden which is fully enclosed, as advertised, for any worried dog owners. The bedrooms have lots of storage and very comfortable beds. Thank you to Tony and Fiona for the fabulous welcome hamper and being so helpful with parking advise and trip suggestions.

Idyllic setting for a lovely spacious and comfortable cottage.

Everything you could possibly need is there in the house with local interesting shops and National Trust tea rooms almost opposite. Very peaceful surroundings and lovely garden to sit in too. Hope to visit again. Thank you!

We all loved our stay at the Old Bakehouse.

It actually is better than the photos we saw on the website - masses of space, a lovely kitchen and a great dining area. We brought our small dog with us so we were very pleased to find a secure garden area that was ideal for us to sit in and the dog to play in.

We really enjoyed our week at The Old Bakehouse.

The location is fabulous, so close to the stone rings with milk store, local shop and pub literally within a stones throw. The Property is really well equipped with everything that you'll need. There are two seating areas outside which was welcome for out hot week (there was always some shade to sit in), with a nice garden for our little girl to run around in. The two lounge areas are a bonus and the bedrooms were very comfortable. I would very much recommend the Old Bakehouse for a great stay in Avebury.

We had a wonderful stay at the Old Bakehouse.

The cottage is very comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed sitting in front of the woodburner in the evening. The kitchen facilities were excellent, and we really appreciated the lovely welcome pack on arrival.

A beautiful home, set in a wonderful location.

We've been using holiday cottages for years, and this is the most extensively equipped home we've stayed in. Everything was immaculate and very comfortable, we would highly recommend this property. We met the owners briefly, and they also were lovely and very quickly sorted a small problem that we had.

A beautiful 18th century house in the heart of Avebury.

Very well equipped and comfortable, with a lovely garden,and a luxurious welcome hamper. My party of 6 had a wonderful time there.

This was by far and away the best cottage we have ever stayed in.

The cottage has been renovated and maintained to an exceptional standard. Great attention has clearly been paid to the experience of the people staying in it and this is reflected in the very high quality of furnishing, linens and resourcing of the kitchen. It truly felt like a home from home and we really didn't want to leave at the end of our stay. Add to this that it is situated in the heart of Avebury a stones throw from the standing stone, National Trust centre, pub and community store and just a stones throw from Marlborough it made the perfect stay for us. Thank you!

We had a wonderful Christmas at The Old Bakehouse.

A beautiful cottage in the middle of Avebury, it was all quite romantic really. The place was clean and very comfortable with all facilities required for a family stay. The kitchen was spacious and had all the necessary equipment to cook a Christmas dinner and the dining area was perfect with a large table to sit 8 people. The neighbours were very friendly and helpful and the the quaint surroundings made the perfect setting - all that was missing was some snow.

The best equipped holiday home I have ever stayed in, perfect for a family gathering of 6 adults and a dog.

Right next to the stones, in a picture postcard setting. We did have a small issue with the front door lock on arrival, quickly resolved, just needed pulling forward and a bit of muscle turning the key. Only about a 5 mile round walk to Silbury Hill and West Kennet Long Barrow, and plenty of other walks around the village availiable, so once we were in the car didn't see much use.