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A beautifully renovated, wonderfully positioned old Chapel with large garden

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Our lovely Chapel
Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 360.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wootton Rivers, England
  • North Wessex Downs
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Avebury Stone Circle
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Stonehenge
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Brize Norton (BZZ-RAF Brize Norton)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A beautifully renovated, wonderfully positioned old Chapel with large garden

The Old Chapel in the heart of one of the area's prettiest villages. Wootton Rivers is within the North Wessex downs Area of Outstanding Natural beauty, with beautiful walks along the Kennet & Avon Canal, the Ridgeway and Savernake Forest. The village has a 16th century thatched pub a few doors down from the Chapel. We are also on the National Cycle Network route 4 as well as near to great restaurants such as Stein's and Dan's in Marlborough.

The space

Perfect for couples looking for a quiet, romantic retreat or young families with one or two small children, the master bedroom is open to the stairs (stair gates top and bottom if required) with bedroom 2 off the main bedroom. (You are welcome to book for three adults as long as you are happy that the person in bedroom 2 must access the stairs and bathroom through the main bedroom.)

The kitchen is fully equipped including dish washer and washing machine. There is also a heated airer, iron and ironing board at the property. The shower room has underfloor heating.

There is a large fenced garden over looking a field, that typically has cows in during the spring and summer. The garden is accessed via the french windows so you can take in the views. (If you do bring a dog, please remember to remove any dog mess).

Guest access: Key safe

Interaction with guests
We are available to contact most of the time on the telephone but please be aware that we both work during the week and so please bear with us if we don't reply immediately. There will be an emergency contact number at the property. When we are in the village (we live very nearby) we can come to greet you or answer any queries.

Other things to note.
For foodies their is a wide choice of excellent pubs and restaurants in the local area, including: Rick Stein's, Dan's and Zaika in Marlborough, The Swan in Grafton, Red Lion in West Chisenbury, The Outside Chance in Manton, The Bell at West Overton and many others.

For those using the Old Chapel as a base to explore, we are only 20 mins (11 miles) by car from Avebury Neolithic Stone Circle and 35 mins (20 miles) from the more famous Stonehenge!

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for young Children 3 years or younger
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Stair gates are provided and it is requested that dog owners use them to prevent their dogs going up stairs

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marlborough

Located in Marlborough, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Wessex Downs and Barbury Castle Country Park, while The Merchant's House Marlborough and Crofton Beam Engines are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Wootton Rivers, England

What's nearby

  • The Merchant's House Marlborough - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • North Wessex Downs - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Avebury Stone Circle - 19 min drive - 18.3 km
  • West Kennet Long Barrow - 21 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Stonehenge - 32 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Pewsey Station - 13 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pewsey Kebab & Pizza House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪St Peters Church - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Shed Alehouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautifully renovated, wonderfully positioned old Chapel with large garden pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A beautifully renovated, wonderfully positioned old Chapel with large garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautifully renovated, wonderfully positioned old Chapel with large garden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A beautifully renovated, wonderfully positioned old Chapel with large garden located?

This family-friendly Marlborough cottage is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Kennet & Avon Canal and Towpath Tails Dog Park. North Wessex Downs and The Merchant's House Marlborough are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lucy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stylish chapel
Cosy and well resourced cottage surrounded by stunning scenery and a friendly local pub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, warm and comfortable cottage.
We very much enjoyed our stay although the weather was dreadful with lots of flooded roads. It was a restful stay in a well equipped cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Charming cottage
Clean, complete and charming
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura-Jane E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
We loved our stay and will definitely be back. It had everything we needed and was wonderfully placed for various days out and activities.Only tip - if you’re going to be arriving in the dark, have a Quick Look on Google Earth before you set off so you know what you’re aiming for. The village is beautifully quiet but also very dark if it’s dark and you’re not quite sure where you’re going!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Chapel Wootton Rivers
An absolute delight, we stayed for 9 nights and could have stayed many more. Wonderful converted Chapel in a picturesque village with very friendly locals. We would definitely stay there again, extremely happy with all aspects of the property. The hosts do their best to make sure you have everything you need, thank you Oliver and Emily!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy retreat
Just what we needed, a perfect cosy retreat with endless walks from our doorstep. Small issue with a broken toaster which was replaced the same day with no fuss. Nice welcome pack, safe garden for our small dog. Perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location
We had three days at this property and would highly recommend it. Great position in a picture perfect English village, welcoming local pub just a very short walk away and some fantastic places to visit nearby. We took our dog and he had a great time on the walks up the canal as well as Savernake forest. Property is very well decorated jn a restful colour with great amenities and every needed to cook in, eat out or grab a takeaway. Will def look to come back. Thanks for a great few days!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quietness and beauty in Wiltshire
The location was lovely and the Chapel premises very comfortable with everything you need provided, a good upgrade from the 1700s! The dog loved the spacious garden and we loved the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Fabulous Break
We enjoyed a lovely few days at The Chapel as we wanted a peaceful break. Just what we had! This Chapel is beautifully decorated with every thing you need, very welcoming and cosy. The perfect break. We had our dog with us and the garden was secure for him to play in. We have already mentioned this gem to our parents who may come and stay too. Thank you Emily & Oli x
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

alys pilkington P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Bathroom
The shower room floor was grubby and the bottom of the shower door was needing a good clean it was a shame these were evident as the down stairs was good . It would have been a plus if comfortable chairs were there to sit on out side on the patio area. However we enjoyed the location and our stay on the whole,
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

beth h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
What a beautiful place to stay with everything you could need! Very peaceful and highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great pre Christmas break.
This is a delightful holiday let. It is warm, comfortable and well equipped. It is situated in a lovely village ( we counted 30 thatched homes but there could be more ) within easy reach of good walks and places of interest. It was lovely to find the “chapel” decorated for Christmas.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Penny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right
The owners were efficient and quick to respond to a query. A beautifully done conversion. Despite being small it’s design is clever and maximum space achieved. Wootton Rivers is a pretty unspoilt village with good pub.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Wiltshire
The Chapel was a lovely and Wootton Rivers is an idyllic country village in what we believe is the best county in England. The Chapel was spotlessly clean and very well maintained. The owners had left a very kind welcome pack which was very much appreciated. Highly recommended (but the master bed is a little hard

10/10 Excellent

Eliza T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful stay in a lovely location
The Old Chapel had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, whilst Emily and Oli were quick to respond to any queries. Thanks both!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property - 5*
We've just spent 3 days at The Chapel. It's been immaculately and tastefully renovated with everything we could possibly need. The welcome pack of eggs, bread and coffee was welcomed, plus the set fire! Super clean, easy to communicate with the owners and a very descriptive user manual to avoid any issues. Shower was nice and strong, bed was comfy and most of all it felt homely which is great when the autumnal weather isn't playing ball. The village is thatched picture perfect with the pub about 100m down the road. The canal is just a little past that and good for dog walks along with other walks off the canal. We'd highly recommend a walk in Savernake Forest a few miles away. Great paths and you can be out for hours. If you have an enthusiastic bigger dog like ours, just be aware that the back garden joins the front which has a low fence. I've been assured that a partition from front to back will be put in place imminently. If you have a 'normal' dog, this won't be an issue :) Just check with the owners! We had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend. 5*
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway
What a lovely place to spend a few days. The Old Chapel has been cleverly converted and charming. Perfectly spotless, with everything we could need. A very generous welcome basket and clear house manual. Set in a beautiful peaceful village surrounded by countryside and pretty canal walks. Everyone we met was so friendly. Thank you Emily and Oli, we would certainly love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Break for my wife and I and our youngest grandson
The property is truly amazing and even more so than when viewing it online, prior to making the booking. It is so well equipped and beautifully laid out, including the cosy log fire which our grandson enjoyed lighting and looking after it. Quite clearly a lot of thought has gone into the restoration of the building and if we could have stayed any longer, we certainly would have done so. We strongly recommend staying at The Old Chapel as it is located in a lovely friendly and peaceful village. There is a lovely 16th Century thatched roof pub within a few minutes walk, the publicans and staff make you feel very welcome. There is a cosy log fire in the restaurant area and there is a wide variety of food and drinks always available, which are excellent. We will definitely be returning to The Old Chapel in the New Year, as we had such a memorable time there over the Christmas period.

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for walks
We loved the Old Chapel, it was beautiful and had plenty of space for the two of us. Our dogs loved the garden and the close access to the Kennet & Avon Canal for some lovely walks in the winter sunshine. Very restful and enjoyed evenings by the log burner too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

robert f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quiet village setting
very impressed with the conversion of this little chapel set in a quiet village of thatched houses and a local pub very close.. a good enclosed garden for the dogs,the property itself was spotless well equiped and very comfortable unfortunatly for us it rained all weekend so could not explore the walks with the dogs ,would definatly book again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

jenny m., Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful chapel
Our stay was all that we could have hoped for. A beautifully decorated , immaculately clean and extremely comfortable property. The owners, Emily and Ollie had thought of everything. A lovely welcome basket and personal note were so appreciated. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Charming chapel in perfect village
The Chapel is a comfortable and stylish place to stay, in a very quiet village where many of the houses are thatched, including the pub which serves a varied menu. A canal runs through one end of the village, offering easy walking and there are many other places to walk too. We visited Marlborough, it was market day, nice cafes and shops. We found more to do in Wiltshire than we had time for- we visited Lacock and Stourhead gardens -passing Stonehenge on the way. We wished we’d had longer and would happily stay at the Chapel again, a perfect place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Your host

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We are a family with two young children who moved to the beautiful village of Wootton Rivers from London in 2016 and haven't looked back! We'd love to share it with you.

Why they chose this property

The Old Chapel was originally converted into a dwelling in the early eighties. We had the opportunity to purchase the property in early 2018 and as its latest guardians we renovated and reconfigured the conversion to make better use of the space available and bring the decor up to date. The location in the heart of this very pretty village is wonderful with beautiful walks and cycle rides from the door step and views down the garden across open fields.

What makes this property unique

As part of the renovation we were able to reveal some of the original chapel features which had been hidden for the past 35 years, such as one of the arched windows going up the stairs and exposing the A-frames in the ceilings upstairs. We have turned it into a comfortable retreat, with stylish decor, underfloor heating in the bathroom and luxury, 100% cotton bed linen and towels. There is also an extensive garden with stunning views across open country side which can be seen through the french windows as soon as you step through the front door.

Languages:

English, French