The Old Chapel

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

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

Mr Burgess-simpson
December 2019

“The cosiness and comfort in mid-winter, the kindness and thoughtfulness that our hosts (John and Jenny) showed with the Christmas tree and decorations, the home-baked mince pies to welcome us, and their general friendliness and warmth, made this a very special experience.”

Add to that the beautiful area, the peace and rural quiet - and the feeling of warmth and tranquillity that the Chapel exudes.... this is a place we would love to return to!
Mr Noe December 2019

“Lovely area.”

Very well equipped cottage. Wonderful owners! Large and homely, restful living space, comfortable and warm.
Mr Gardner September 2019

“Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings it exceeded all our expectations.”

The owners were very welcoming and helpful.
Mrs Tallack July 2019

“Lovely accommodation in a beautiful part of the country, so peaceful with a lovely garden to seat and let the hours fly by.”

Thank you Mrs Wood for our arrival gift of tea and homemade cakes. We will be back.
Mr Edgar May 2019

“The chapel was lovely, John and Jenny made us feel very welcome, thank you for the cakes and leeks.”
Miss Donovan February 2019

“A beautiful setting with very friendly and helpful owners.”

They were very efficient and we felt very looked after. Thank you.
Mrs Lambert December 2018

“A beautiful Chapel in a quiet location.”

Very warm and cosy. Spent Christmas there, and it gave us everything we wanted. Well fitted out with enough pots etc to cook Christmas lunch. Local pub just a short drive away, probably walkable in the summer. Mr and Mrs Wood gave us the warmest of welcomes and could not do enough to make sure our stay was enjoyable
Miss Clarke December 2018

“Owners are friendly and helpful”
Mr Watts November 2018

“Beautiful cottage.”
Mrs Davis October 2018

“Exceptional peace and comfort - a precious find.”

Downmarked on cleanliness but only due to being honest - it is a country location with high ceiling and naturally found a few cobwebs. Owners very welcoming and close at hand if any problems, but there were none. PS: Although owners nearby they were never intrusive.
Ms Fray October 2018

“The Old Chapel was one of the most unique and quirky properties we have stayed in.”

Myself and my partner chose this place as we are keen walkers and nature lovers and the surrounding areas are breathtakingly beautiful. The Chapel itself was cosy, comfortable and full of character. The owners were helpful and friendly, giving us some great pointers on local walks, pubs, and other areas of interest. I would highly recommend staying there to anyone who wants a quiet break away from city life.
Mr Sheppard August 2018

“The owners were lovely and very close to hand to give advice on where to go and help with anything regarding the cottage.”

The cottage is in a typical quiet rural location, so it would mean a drive to the nearest town, but if you want a quiet and cosy cottage to just get away from it all this place is ideal.
Mr Hudson August 2018

“Lovely renovated chapel, ideal for couples.”

Very warm welcome from the owners who were able to advise about places to visit and to eat. Excellent base for visiting attractions in all the surrounding counties. A week is not enough to see everything - we shall definitely return.
Mr Davey July 2018

“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 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 and welcoming.”

We had a wonderful relaxing stay in what is a stunning property.
Hazel M January 2017

“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

“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

“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

“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

“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

“Relaxing and private”

We really enjoyed are stay in what is a lovely and very unusual rental property
Chris and Rhona November 2010

“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.
Peter D November 2010

“Peaceful Location”

We spent a week in this delightfully Chapel conversion, which is in a good area for visiting many interesting places.
A FlipKey verified reviewer September 2010

“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

“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

“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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The property

The Old Chapel was fully re-built in 2008 to replicate the original wooden structure dating back to 1867 and has been featured in the press locally and nationally, on TV's 'Homes Under The Hammer' and in 'Dorset Life' magazine because of its interesting and unusual appearance and interior.

This detached former chapel is situated in the peaceful rural hamlet of Huntingford and features a stunning timber-clad interior, with a high beamed, vaulted ceiling and splendid galleried landing overlooking the living area.

The whole property has a light, airy and spacious ambience.

The accommodation includes one attractive eaves bedroom, a fitted kitchen and bathroom at the rear, and a living area which includes sitting and dining areas and a warming wood burner.

The Old Chapel provides a fabulous holiday living in a glorious part of the country.

Summary

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.
LPG central heating with woodburner in living area
Electric oven, halogen hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with DVD, 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 cosiness and comfort in mid-winter, the kindness and thoughtfulness that our hosts (John and Jenny) showed with the Christmas tree and decorations, the home-baked mince pies to welcome us, and their general friendliness and warmth, made this a very special experience.”

“Lovely area.”

“Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings it exceeded all our expectations.”

“Lovely accommodation in a beautiful part of the country, so peaceful with a lovely garden to seat and let the hours fly by.”

“The chapel was lovely, John and Jenny made us feel very welcome, thank you for the cakes and leeks.”

“A beautiful setting with very friendly and helpful owners.”

“A beautiful Chapel in a quiet location.”

“Owners are friendly and helpful”

“Beautiful cottage.”

“Exceptional peace and comfort - a precious find.”

“The Old Chapel was one of the most unique and quirky properties we have stayed in.”

“The owners were lovely and very close to hand to give advice on where to go and help with anything regarding the cottage.”

“Lovely renovated chapel, ideal for couples.”

“The Chapel was beautiful, sensitively restored with taste and to a high standard.”

“Excellent all round base for quiet week-end.”

“The owners were exceedingly warm and welcoming.”

“Fabulous stay”

“Wonderful”

“Beautiful, warm and cosy”

“A peaceful retreat in this lovely chapel.”

“quirky relaxing stay”

“Relaxing and private”

“Relaxing and friendly”

“Peaceful Location”

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

“Unique cottage is actually an atmospheric rebuilt Chapel”

“Exactly the holiday break that we needed”

The property

Summary

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About the location

HUNTINGFORD