House in nr devizes, ENG

Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining

Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining

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Aerial shot of The Grange and its gardens in the summer
Exterior
front of house with ample off street parking
Room
Interior

Overview of Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12500 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

nr devizes, ENG
  • Popular LocationKennet & Avon Canal10 min drive
  • Popular LocationLongleat14 min drive
  • Popular LocationLongleat Safari and Adventure Park34 min drive
  • AirportBristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 with ensuite bathroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 with ensuite shower room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 shared bathroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5 shared bathroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6 ensuite bathroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 4

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining

The Grange is an impressive 17th century country house set within 2 acres of well maintained gardens with far reaching views towards Salisbury Plain. It is situated in the heart of Wiltshire, just outside the historic market town of Devizes. The world famous heritage sites of Stonehenge, Avebury and Silbury Hill are within 20 mins drive. Bath, Salisbury and Longleat are half an hour away. Oxford and the Cotswolds are easy day trips.

The village of Worton has an attractive pub, and an extensive network of footpaths. There are trout fishing lakes within 10 mins walk. There is also horse riding at the nearby village of Lavington.

We have furnished the Grange traditionally yet with all the modern conveniences.
The house was built in the 1640s, with later additions at the end of the 19th century. Prince Rupert is rumoured to have stayed during the Civil War and a helmet from that period was found in the garden a few years ago.

The three storey house is great for entertaining having a 30ft double reception room with two efficient wood-burners and separate dining room with an open fireplace that can seat at least 12. The kitchen/breakfast room comes with a traditional 4 door Aga. Upstairs there are 6 spacious double bedrooms. The master bedroom has a super king size bed and luxurious bathroom with twin sinks, bath and walk-in power shower. Bedroom 2 has a king size bed and ensuite shower room, bedroom 3 has twin beds and bedrooms 4 and 5 in the attic have queen size beds and a bathroom with twin sinks, bath with shower attachment, bedroom 6 is a double bedroom and also has its own bathroom.

The gardens are a particular feature with croquet lawn, walled garden featuring pear and apple trees with a small avenue of vines along with both summer and winter raspberry bushes. There is a GRASS TENNIS COURT to the front of the house. To the side there are two goldfish ponds set within checkerboard cobbles. On the back lawn (suitable for badminton) there is also an open sided games room/barn with table tennis.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Devizes

This holiday home is located in Devizes. Wadworth Brewery and Avonleigh Organic Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and Bowood Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider The Courts Garden and Lacock Bakery. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, hiking and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Kennet & Avon Canal - 10 min drive
  • Longleat - 14 min drive
  • Stonehenge - 26 min drive
  • Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 28 min drive
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Melksham Station - 13 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • The White Bear - 10 min drive
  • The Snuffbox - 8 min drive
  • George & Dragon - 11 min drive
  • The Churchill Arms - 7 min drive
  • Southgate Inn - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining located?

Set in Devizes, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kennet & Avon Canal, Wiltshire Heritage Museum and Oare House. Longleat and Corsham Court are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.5/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Barbora O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Birthday Bonanza Gathering
Our family is scattered around the globe, and this property provided the perfect meeting point for the smaller family circle to meet. This house is spacious and allows spending together-time in a generous manner. Additionally, it is a listed building and history breaths through every nook and cranny. Good old AGA oven in the kitchen provides the feeling of hearth of the home. Garden's landscape invites guests to lounge, enjoy peaceful atmosphere of the village surrounding against the backdrop of croquet, badminton and table-tennis sounds. Major advantage of this property, is the ability for a larger group to enjoy each other's company come rain or shine, due to it's layout. Only one negative aspect comes to mind : the cleaning costs. I have already questioned this with the owner. I do not find the quoted amount to be realistic and truly kosher - speaking from experience of owning a larger, older villa in continental Europe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family stay
Great location for a big family get together. Lots of things to do like table tennis and croquet. Space for large family dinner and great kitchen. Lovely lounge with open fire. House nice and warm too. Only complaint was lots for flies dead and alive but may have been time of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

5/5 Excellent

Arthur H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Year stay
The Grange perfectly satisfied our requirement for a family break over the New Year holiday with it's cosy atmosphere, wonderful setting and full range of facilities provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

4/5 Good

Gillian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay in delightful surroundings
We loved the house, the beds were comfortable and all the seating areas were too. We had to call Howard to improve the heating, as some radiators were stone cold. He was a great help and very willing and amusing. After 2 visits the heating was finally sorted out. It would have been helpful to have known how the flush in the master bedroom worked! Also there were some light switches that we never found. Some explanatory notes in the book would help. Some of our family had allergic reactions to pets that must have been in the house. But overall we really appreciated the beauty of the house and the family loved the games area in the barn.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

5/5 Excellent

Nadine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful for all ages
Our family ranges from age 4 to 71. Plus Prince the dog. And everyone was very happy. The weather was perfect so we took full advantage of the huge magnificent garden: playing croquet, football, hide and seek, tag, and 'the Devises Olympics', as well as eating all meals outdoors. A lovely home including a well equipped kitchen (we love cooking). Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

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