The Old Chapel

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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets No

Reviews

Mr Davey
July 2018

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The Chapel was beautiful, sensitively restored with taste and to a high standard. A warm welcome from John and Jenny Wood was a nice surprise. The kitchen is well equipped. The area is peaceful and quiet and also a good base for touring around

Mr King
July 2018

“Excellent all round base for quiet ...”

Excellent all round base for quiet week-end. On arrival, John & Jenny made us feel most welcome. The Chapel is a lovely restoration and well appointed. In fact more than we needed for a brilliant Summer weekend. We picked this location as it was a somewhat cheaper option to allow us to visit National Trust at Stourhead. Whilst Mere was rather basic, we missed out Gillingham and found Shaftesbury, which proved an excellent choice to stroll around. Saturday morning was really buzzing; the Mitre proving to be a good choice for food and drink. Sitting in The Chapel garden, we enjoyed the sun; sitting indoors, we could certainly imagine a cosy Winter's evening. In summary, a lovely country break. Thanks.
Rev Twilley
March 2018

“The owners were exceedingly warm ...”

The owners were exceedingly warm and welcoming. We had a wonderful relaxing stay in what is a stunning property.
Mrs Lines
June 2017

“The owners were very welcoming. The ...”

The owners were very welcoming. The Chapel was a wonderful holiday base with everything we needed, far more than we've had in other cottages. Would definitely book again.
Mrs Lockley
March 2017

“A very quirky cottage, very large ...”

A very quirky cottage, very large for two people. The owners have achieved an extraordinary renovation, loosing none of it's. character. The cottage had everything you needed. We were warmly welcomed by both owners. Thank you for the tea and cake.
Hazel M
January 2017
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“Fabulous stay”

Loved every minute. Relaxing peaceful stay. Good Base for sight seeing. Visited Stonehenge and London. House very warm and spacious. Private parking. A lovely home. ....x
Brenda P
December 2014
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“Wonderful”

Wow, what a beautiful, perfect place to stay. What an incredible warm welcome we recieved from the owners. They are so welcoming, friendly and helpful. The surroudings are beautiful. Believe me, It's a privilege to celebrate your holiday in the Chapel. We are looking forward because ....... "I'll Be back!!!!" It's maybe not the best English, but it's straight from my heart. Ad, Yentl and Brenda from Holland
Linda G
April 2014
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“Beautiful, warm and cosy”

Owners extremely helpful and friendly with a delicious tea on our arrival. weather not too special but the Chapel was very cosy and comfortable, in fact, home from home!
Helen and Stephen Wright
December 2013
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“A peaceful retreat in this lovely chapel.”

We regularly visited this area when our children were young and wanting to return again, found this delightfully restored chapel just south of the a303. This main road can help you get about quickly, but is not close enough to spoil the peace and quiet. We were made very welcome by John and Jennie Wood to this spacious cottage, which is well equipped and very comfortable. Stourhead is a wonderful garden just north of the main road and for the 'lads' there is The Fleet air arm Museum just half an hour away. Check out the Carrier deck. For Dad, a visit to the extensive Haynes Motor Museum just up the road. Heading to Weymouth with children? On the right of that road is Maiden Castle, an amazing, terraced site of the fort there that it took the Romans to conquer. Our young sons never forgot fighting there, one a Brit, the other a Roman. Things like this bring history to life in young minds. There are so many places to visit in Wiltshire and Dorset, this lovely cottage is a perfect location. Helen and Stephen Wright
A FlipKey verified reviewer
October 2011
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“quirky relaxing stay”

This chapel has been restored with a lot of hardwork and love and with a outstanding finish, We loved the area, lots to do near by, monkey world, longleat, durdle door, Poole and Bath. Oweners lovely people chaple very clear a real home from home, only slight moan was the sofa bed
A FlipKey verified reviewer
September 2011
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“Relaxing and private”

We really enjoyed are stay in what is a lovely and very unusual rental property
Peter D
November 2010
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“Peaceful Location”

We spent a week in this delightfully Chapel conversion, which is in a good area for visiting many interesting places.
Chris and Rhona
November 2010
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“Relaxing and friendly”

We really had a great time. The property looks modest from the outside but the attention to detail inside was exceptional. The owners did their utmost to ensure that our stay was enjoyable and stress-free. I would strongly recommend this property to anyone who wants a get away holiday. We were also prepared to travel further afield to the Dorset coast, Stonehenge and the Fleet air arm Museum. Good food in local pubs.
A FlipKey verified reviewer
September 2010
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“A relaxing getaway, with easy access to surrounding areas”

The property was lovely. Welcoming scones and jam were a real treat. The TV could do with updating, but a minor point. The bedroom has twin beds and the bathroom is downstairs, something to bear in mind if it will bother you! Overall a very pleasant stay in a novel property.
Brian and Di Horton
June 2010
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“Unique cottage is actually an atmospheric rebuilt Chapel”

Exactly as the photos show on Sykes website, it is a spacious, well furnished cottage for two. Less than a year since it was completely rebuilt, it forms a good base for walkers, visits to one of the best landscape gardens in England and close to Shaftesbury and Salisbury. Owners very friendly, live across road and take pride in their unique property. Highly recommended for a quiet week.
A FlipKey verified reviewer
December 2009
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“Exactly the holiday break that we needed”

We were very delighted with this property and the careful attention to detail in making it very user friendly. The owners were very helpful, welcoming and considerate and we were so please with the privacy and quiet of the position of the house. It was also very delightfully easy to access from London and the return trip only took us two hours. Such a wonderful contrast between rural Dorset and the bustle and fumes of London

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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Washing machine

The property

An interesting, unusual, detached former chapel, fully rebuilt in 2008 to replicate the original wooden structure dating back to 1867, in the tranquil, rural hamlet of Huntingford, close to the borders of Dorset and Wiltshire.

This quality renovation has inspired interest locally and nationally, having been featured on TV's Homes Under the Hammer and in Dorset Life magazine.

The characterful, timber-clad interior, with its high beamed, vaulted ceiling and superb galleried landing, gives the living space a light and airy feel, while there is a lovely kitchen and bathroom at the rear, as well as an attractive eaves bedroom.

The chapel stands in its own garden surrounded by glorious countryside and farm land, with access to plenty of walks.

Locally, there are country pubs serving good food and real ales, with trout fishing also available close by.

There's plenty to see and do in the area: the magnificent house and gardens at Stourhead, racing at Wincanton, Shaftesbury and Longleat House and Safari Park.

A superb and unique holiday home in a most beautiful part of the country.

Accommodation

One bedroom: 1 x eaves twin. Ground floor bathroom with bath, power shower over, basin and WC. Fitted kitchen. Living area with vaulted beamed ceiling with sitting area, dining area, sofa bed and woodburner. Wide galleried landing overlooking living area.

Amenities

LPG central heating with woodburner in living area
Electric oven, halogen hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview, CD/radio, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Paved sitting area with garden furniture, lawned area and shed for bike storage
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 1.25 miles.

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About the location

HUNTINGFORD

Mere 2 miles; Gillingham 3 miles.

A tiny, rural hamlet, Huntingford is situated amongst glorious unspoilt countryside on the borders of Dorset and Wiltshire. Ideal for walking and taking in the superb country views, the area is well served by attractive inns and is also very well placed for exploring numerous National Trust properties and gardens, including Stourhead, only 4 miles away. Longleat House and Safari Park, as well as the ancient hilltop town of Shaftesbury, featured in the famous 'Hovis' advert, are also an easy drive. A little further afield, Stonehenge, Wilton House, the beautiful cathedral city of Salisbury and even the stunning Dorset Jurassic Coast are all easily accessible. This lovely area will provide you with a holiday to remember at any time of the year.

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The Old Chapel

Huntingford near Gillingham, Dorset (Ref. 2970)

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Reviews

“...”

“Excellent all round base for quiet ...”

“The owners were exceedingly warm ...”

“The owners were very welcoming. The ...”

“A very quirky cottage, very large ...”

“Fabulous stay”

“Wonderful”

“Beautiful, warm and cosy”

“A peaceful retreat in this lovely chapel.”

“quirky relaxing stay”

“Relaxing and private”

“Peaceful Location”

“Relaxing and friendly”

“A relaxing getaway, with easy access to surrounding areas”

“Unique cottage is actually an atmospheric rebuilt Chapel”

“Exactly the holiday break that we needed”