The Nest at the Round House

The Nest is a wonderful cottage for a couple who want to explore the local area, with all it’s ancient history and lovely National Trust properties all within easy reach.

It’s a very welcoming and comfortable place with everything you need, so thoughtfully provided. David and Sue are lovely hosts and always on hand to answer any queries you may have. This was our second visit and we’ve already booked our third for next year.

Five Star plus accommodation and surroundings.

A credit to Sue and Dave. The village is beautiful, the Kings Head fantastic, the countryside and local towns, villages and scenery lovely. Absolutely fabulous so have booked in again for next year.

A beautiful well equipped cottage, with everything we needed for a week exploring the area.

Great location and full of information to get the most out of your stay. Would definitely recommend and stay again.

I booked this cottage as a last minute get away over the Christmas holidays.

From the minute I walked in the place felt warm and like home. Kitchen was fully equipped with everything and lots of cups, plates, cutlery etc. Welcome package of bread, butter, milk etc was very appreciated especially after a long drive. Underfloor heating made the place feel really warm especially in winter. Parking was excellent and only steps from the cottage. Location was great with lots of walks from the doorstep and a Budgens shop only 6 min drive away. Larger Morrisons, Waitrose only 15 min drive in Warminster. The owners large garden is also accessible as part of this cottage and was wonderful for my puppy who loved it! We loved our week at this cottage and hope to return. It was just as stunning during winter and wish we could have stayed longer.

Sue and Dave have created a wonderful place for people to stay.

It is warm, and comfortable with everything you could need whether it’s a short stay or long. The facilities are 1st class and the Nest is in a great location with a fantastic pub within a 3min walk. There are many walks on the doorstep and Sue and Dave are the most helpful friendly people. We would stay here again in a heartbeat and hope to do so again in the future. Really enjoyed every minute. Thank you. Could not recommend highly enough.

An absolutely marvellous place to stay.

We couldn’t fault anything. Sue and Dave have done a wonderful job in providing a relaxing place with everything needed to enjoy the stay. The village has a real good feel about it and so convenient to visit so much in the area. A very comprehensive “welcome pack” was provided with all the local places of interest…including the menu for the village pub, the Kings Head, which was fantastic! Highly recommended! We booked again for 2026!

By far the best place we’ve stayed.

Every thing one could want.More like a home than a holiday let.Would highly recommend.

An excellent weeks stay at the Nest.

We really enjoyed ourselves and loved the little touches such as the garden seating space and outside tables. The owners were very helpful and made sure everything ran smoothly. Particularly loved the fact the kitchen was well supplied for self catering. Many a good dinner cooked. Thanks.

Wow - we had a lovely week at the Nest in May 2025.

Sue and Dave are excellent hosts. Jamie and I love to cook and always take a few kitchen items with us, as things like cooking tongs, measuring jugs, and scales are sometimes missing. Not at 'The Nest' - literally everything a person could need was included; it really is a Home-from-home experience. Not only that, everything was also good quality utensils, etc. The whole place is fitted out excellently and the quality of the accommodation is wonderful. Top Tip - check out the books in the lounge; you may well spot a book written by Sue!

What a find!

The Nest is a super little property, with everything one needs for a "home from home" stay. Superbly fitted out, with all facilities and amenities one could wish for. It's an excellent location with many lovely walks on the door step, whilst only being a short distance away from so many attractions, and excellent pubs/restaurants. The owners, Sue and Dave could not be nicer people. We cannot recommend The Nest highly enough.

Would definitely recommend had all the mod cons that make for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

The owners of this property are very nice people.

An excellent property to spend time in when in Wiltshire.

The owners are especially helpful and friendly. Car parking is simple and there is a good ev charging point for use by guests. Would certainly recommend and consider staying there again.

The Nest is a gem set in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside.

The cottage is immaculate, thoughtfully equipped and perfect in every way. The friendly and helpful owners provided generous welcome treats and an excellent library of maps and guide books. Thank you, We would love to return in the autumn.

Excellent accommodation, we could not fault it.

Ideal location for exploring the county. Would recommend it to anyone.

lovely clean well set up cottage supplies most welcome fruit bread butter thank you

This is a beautiful property with lovely owners.

We were made very welcome, There was a lovely welcome pack left including eggs, milk, bread and butter. There was storage for our bikes and the facilities were of a high standard. We will definitely use The Nest again as it is close to family. The owners garden which we were allowed to use was fantastic and secure for our small dog. Overall a fabulous property in a relaxing location.

The Nest is a "holiday home" with the feel and facilities of a regular home.

Of the many holiday cottages we have visited over the years this was certainly the best. The building is delightful and the provision of so many comforts goes above and beyond the usual by some distance. The kitchen, in particular, is beautifully fitted out. The care and attention taken by the owners to ensure their guests enjoy a wonderful stay is rewarded by the very fulsome praise to be found in the visitor's book, to which we added our complete agreement.

Wonderful place to stay.

Very comfortable and well equipped. Welcome pack was great and very useful - especially after a very long journey there. We really enjoyed our stay and it was nice to chat to the owners Dave & Sue a couple of times. 10 out of 10 from us.

PERHAPS THE BEST SELF-CATERING COTTAGE MY PARTNER AND I HAVE STAYED IN!

COULD NOT FIND FAULT WITH ANYTHING! LIKED THE AMOUNT OF STORAGE SPACE, PARTICULARLY IN THE BATHROOM, FOR TOILETRIES. ALSO, IN THE SHOWER. THIS FEATURE SO OFTEN LACKING, EVEN WHERE SPACE PERMITS. GOOD CHOICE OF BOOKS, MAPS AND GUIDES FOR THE LOCAL AREA.

What a little gem The Nest is.

From the moment we walked in we felt at home! Beautifully presented and decorated with everything anyone could ever need. It was immaculate. Some wonderful modern touches especially the TV which doubles as a painting. Just loved that! Sue and David were very welcoming and helpful. Perfect hosts! They had left us some very welcome provisions which after a long drive were very much appreciated. The location is ideal for visiting the area. Even though we had our dog with us we managed to see so many lovely places that were dog friendly. Stourhead and Iford Manor Estate gardens are a must especially in May. Beautiful rhododendrons. We wouldn’t hesitate to book this lovely property again and when we return to Wiltshire it will be our first choice

This was really a very beautiful cottage with everything we needed.

Also a good location to visit a lot of interesting sites in the area.

One of the best holiday cottages we’ve stayed in, just returned from our second visit.

Sue and Dave were again very welcoming, the cottage was very comfortable as remembered and had everything we needed for our holiday . Lots to see and do in the area, historic buildings, beautiful gardens and walks. Thanks Sue and Dave for the welcome pack, this was much appreciated and we look forward to seeing you again in the near future, Anne and Mike

We have had a lovely week at the Nest.

From first stepping into the building we could see that it was airy and bright. The kitchen and living room had everything that we needed and was beautifully clean. It went beyond the expectations raised by the photographs on the website. Upstairs was the spacious bedroom and the automatic lights on the stairs and in the shower room were very useful. The patio was ideal for sitting outside drinking coffee and watching the bird life. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the welcome pack was delicious! Thank you Sue and Dave. From Margaret and Martin

Interior decorated to a very high standard.

Exceptionally well equipped throughout. Easy access to tourist attractions. Highly recommended.

Had a fantastic stay at 'The Nest '.

Great facilities and very comfortable. Ideal for a cosy break away. Owners answered any questions we had and were very helpful. Brilliant stay and would highly recommend. We even got a welcome pack on arrival, which was a very lovely touch.

Amazing place.

Facilities were 'above and beyond' expectations. Hosts were lovely and caring. Nothing was too much trouble. The Nest is also superbly situated for some exceptional attractions. A fantastic break - luxury.

This was our best Sykes stays!

Sue and Dave were wonderful hosts,nothing was too much trouble ,even repairing hubbies walking boots and buying us beautiful bread! A good all year round stay with superb facilities and the underfloor heating is a real bonus .

Absolutely superb, we could not fault anything, this was the best cottage we’ve ever stayed in.

The owners Sue and Dave were very welcoming and friendly and we very much appreciated the thoughtful welcome pack of essentials, milk, bread, butter, eggs and fruit. The cottage was fully equipped, warm, comfortable and in a good area of Wiltshire with lots of interesting places to visit. We ran out of time so have rebooked to return next May. Thoroughly recommend this gem of a cottage.

A really lovely, comfortable cottage with excellent facilities.

Sue and Dave made us feel very welcome and offered great local knowledge.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Nest.

Lovely cottage so well thought out and equipped. Local maps were so excellent having walks from your doorstep.

The Nest is a beautiful holiday cottage which is very comfortable and easy to stay in.

Sue and Dave have left clear instructions about how everything works, along with a comprehensive set of walks which you can do from the cottage. We loved staying there and I would highly recommend The Nest as a base from which to explore the area.

Appreciated all the information about local walks and places of interest.

We were made to feel very welcome and loved the welcome 'goodies'.

The property was everything we could have wished for both outside and inside. The kitchen was so well equipped. When there was a problem with the shower it was quickly sorted. Good location for visiting all the local areas of interest.

A lovely well presented cottage.

Lovely cottage and very pleasant helpful owners.

Very nice welcome pack. Lovely area for sightseeing. Would recommend to anyone.

Over the years we have booked many holidays properties, and The Nest is right up there with the best.

The Nest has everything you need, and more for a very comfortable stay, and is spotlessly clean, well presented and well cared for. The hosts, Dave and Sue could not have been more friendly, helpful, and intent that their guests should have a good time satying at the Nest. The ultimate question as always is, would we stay at the Nest again ? The answer is yes, without hesitation.

This cottage is one of the best I have stayed in over the years I have been with Sykes.

Lovely homely cottage Great information leaflets Comfortable bed Everything you need for a great holiday

Amazing property Very well thought out with everything you would need for an enjoyable stay.

Owners very welcoming. Great base for visiting Stonehenge, Salisbury and New Forest to name a few, as well as local walking information provided by owner.

Practically perfect in every way!

A beautifully renovated, furnished and decorated property, The Nest is equipped with EVERYTHING needed for a relaxed and comfortable stay. It's in a lovely spot on the edge of open countryside with many local walks straight from the door. Sue and Dave are warm and friendly hosts, available if help is required without being intrusive. If, nay when, we visit Wiltshire again then we'll be booking The Nest for sure. Thank you Sue and Dave for a wonderful stay.

This cottage is just about perfect.

It has everything that you might need. It's warm, comfortable and spotless. Sue and Dave are helpful and can't do enough. The location is perfect for Stonehenge, Salisbury and Bath. Plenty of walking opportunities. Don't just read this review, book it. Leave us a week though, we want to go back. Gordon and Elaine

Beautifully appointed cottage, extremely comfortable, clean & with everything we could possibly need.

We’ve stayed in many cottages & this is definitely up there with the very best! Thank you Sue & Dave for your attention to detail & friendly welcome, including the thoughtful welcome pack. We particularly appreciated all the information available, especially the walks, maps & interesting books on the area.

I am struggling to think how the accommodation at the Nest could be improved.

The property is so well designed & mangaged, with everything necessary for a stress-free stay. The hosts are welcoming & generous but unobtrusive. This is a property where the "little things" and attention to detail make such a difference.

The Nest is a REALLY lovely holiday home.

We had a week stay at the end of November, and it provided us with a warm, cosy and perfect retreat. The owners have thought about everything that might be needed to provide a real home from home while staying there, and everything that they have used and provided, speaks of quality and thoughtfulness. Lovely Welcome Pack of goodies on arrival too. Unfortunately for my husband, he's now got the head scratch, of trying to figure out how we can get underfloor heating in our own home, as we're now completely sold on it...its sooo cosy! Two of the main issues for me when renting holiday accommodation, are usually the comfort of the bed, and the power of the shower....both of these get a big 5 star rating. The bed is an absolute dream, and the shower is lovely and hot and perfectly powerful. I shouldn't forget to mention that The Nest is well positioned for visiting many beautiful places, including Stone Henge just a short distance away, and the local view gave us lots of sightings of Red Kites, which are birds that I've not seen before, so was quite a thrill. All in all for comfort, location and all round enjoyability, we couldn't fault The Nest as a pefect holiday cottage.

One of the best, if not the best , places we have stayed , couldn't fault it at all which made a great break .

Thank you

We look forward to returning in March to this outstanding property.

.. faultless

2nd stay as good as 1st.

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This is a wonderful cottage set in a lovely village on the edge of great walking country.

There are a lot of extras in the cottage including well thought out ergonomic use of space, a wonderful book of local walks and a great history of the village written by the owner Sue. Travelling with our dog was easy as we were encouraged to make use of the enclosed garden. It fulfilled our need for a great base which was warm and gave easy access to many walks.

We have just returned from a lovely week at the Nest.

Sue greeted us on arrival and we found the cottage to be extremely clean, comfortable and very well furnished with high quality standard. The bathroom is well equipped with a powerful shower. There was a gift of bread milk butter and fruit which was very welcome. Everything you could have wanted was in the cottage and has been very well thought out. There were books, dvd, cd, and games for wet weather . We sat outside on the little patio taking in the sun and our dog enjoyed his walks up the farm track beside the cottage, where we saw lots of pheasants and partridge in the nearby fields. Sue and Dave were lovely and often stopped for a chat but were not intrusive. It’s shame the local pub is closed as it looks a lovely building, but we did have two very enjoyable meals at the Red Lion in Heytesbury. We would have no hesitation in returning or recommending this cottage.

One of the best cottages we have visited.

It was well equipped, comfortable and in a great location. Nice garden to relax in and good range of walks from the cottage. Sue and Dave are wonderful hosts. We didn’t want to go home and will certainly return.

This was our second stay at The Nest and was as wonderful as the first!

Everything that 2 people would need or want is provided including reclining chair, entertainment system and a very comfortable bed to name but a few. Plus on arrival there is a welcome pack of essentials including milk, artisan bread, spreadable butter and fruit which was much appreciated. The owners Sue and Dave are very friendly and approachable if you require help or just a chat, but they leave you to 'your own devices' if you so desire. Chitterne, although a small village is well situated for visiting local towns in Wiltshire for your groceries and tourist attractions along with being close to Somerset if you wat to venture there. Fortunately, both my husband and I are not constantly on smartphones so the lack of mobile network coverage was mot a problem and there is the bonus of having use of wifi and a smart tv. I don't think anyone will be disappointed after staying at The Nest at the Roundhouse and will want to visit again in the future.

The cottage was the best we have stayed in fantastic shower ,comfy bed everything very clean the owners very nice .

We were lucky the weather was good Would recommend to friends and family just perfect cottage .thankyou.

Very comfortable accommodation with high quality equipment, Dave and Sue were extremely helpful.

We will certainly return in the near future. Philip , Margaret and Eve (whippet)

An exceptionally comfortable and convenient base for exploring a fascinating area.

Would like to have stayed longer and hope to return!

Very satisfied as per comments left in visitors book

Very nice property.

Very comfortable, clean, warm with everything you need. Basic food milk bread butter all provided which was nice surprise. I would return to this property with no concerns.

The Nest is a delightful place which has ample room whilst still feeling cosy.

The hosts have thought of everything which made the stay incredibly enjoyable. There were even sensor lights at foot level to a paid having to turn the lights on during the night! The whole place is decorated to a very high standard and it was exceptionally clean. The hosts were very kind and welcoming and we felt very at home for our weeks stay. There was a farm track running from the cottage where we could walk our dog which was extremely handy. We would love to stay again in the future.

Lovely cottage which is spacious and very well equipped.

Great shower too. Good base from which to explore Wiltshire and Dorset. The owners are very friendly and the 'bonus' welcome pack was much appreciated.

Beautiful quiet country cottage.

Wonderful stay over the long weekend, cosy and warm, private and peaceful. Lovely modern features. Enclosed garden for the dog, as well as walks right from the front door (hosts left a selection of walking routes printed out to take with you)! Would definitely recommend a stay at ‘The Nest’ - hoping to come back myself later in the year!

The interior of the house is great and as described.

The owners are very nice. The amenities and availability of films, music, access to Netflix makes the evenings at the cottage even more comfortable. However, this house is really next to a road where you can hear every car going by during the day and at night, so unfortunately not a very comfortable sleep ... The patio is quite small and next to garages, so even to enjoy the afternoon sun you are next to the garage and next to a busy road.

The Nest is a perfect place to relax and unwind.

We were made to feel so welcome by hosts, Sue and Dave . Beautiful walks on the doorstep and so much to do in the immediate area too.

The Nest has to be the most well thought out and designed cottage we have stayed in this summer ( this was number 7).

It is also soooo well appointed with high quality kitchenware, tv, NAD hifi, dvd and movies and cd’s. Plenty of maps and illustrated walks ensure one will explore the countryside. Sue and Dave were most friendly, engaging and helpful. What a lovely couple. Our personal comfort would be to have a larger double bed or a twin. Other than that we would have no reservations in recommending the Nest to friends and family.

Wonderful place to stay with everything you need and more.

Lovely owners who made us feel very welcome. Lots of good walking and places to visit within an easy drive of Chitterne. Would love to return.

Superb renovated stable, beautifully furnished with everything you might want or need during your stay, in a excellent location.

Owners Dave and Sue are very friendly and approachable if you have any questions, whatever it might be. Very nice touch of various items in the kitchen when you arrive e.g. fresh bread, spreadable butter, milk, tea bags, eggs and fruit. So comfortable that we were sad to leave after our 7 night stay and very much hope to return in the future.

Dave and Sue were great hosts.

There was a welcome pack on arrival, the bread was delicious and great to have with the eggs for our first breakfast in the cottage, a lovely touch. Very comfortable and well equipped cottage. A great area with lots to do. Longleat expensive but a great day out. Stourhead was beautiful and Courts garden very pretty. Stonehenge and Avebury very interesting.

Excellent clean cottage, everything of a good quality.

We had a wonderful 2 nights at The Nest.

It was beautiful and spotlessly clean. The bed is the most comfortable we have ever slept in! The welcome pack was very kind, including tea, milk, bread, butter and even 2 eggs! Just lovely! They really have thought of everything, highly recommended!

A really high quality barn conversion, well designed and with great attention to detail.

Spacious and comfortable, well equipped kitchen, very comfy bed, great shower, easy parking. Nice little patio area although the weather was a bit mixed so didn't use it much. Wifi works well so you can use it for your mobile phones, although there is a landline extension which you can use for outgoing calls. Owners Sue & Dave are very friendly and helpful. Great base for exploring Salisbury Plain and south Wiltshire, beautiful walking area. Local info and OS maps provided, plus Dave has created some impressive annotated maps of local walks. Plenty of excellent pubs, a good small supermarket and petrol station all within a short drive, plus Warminster easily accessible with Waitrose, Lidl, Morrisons and a good Italian restaurant. Wouldn't hesitate to go back :-)

Very friendly and helpful hosts .

One of the best appointed cottages we have stayed in .Very good location for visiting Salisbury Bath etc.No phone signal was a problem when trying to book a meal at a local pub .

The Nest was an exceptionally well laid out and comfortable home from home.

The kitchen was spacious and had everything that anyone would need. The living room was comfy and had a great TV with various media channels. The bedroom and shower room were bright and airy.

Lovely cottage beautiful village lots to do

We loved our break away in the Nest.

Very well appointed, with new quality furnishings and well thought out storage. We enjoyed the thoughtful and generous welcome pack, and even a dog bed