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Beautifully Restored Barn; Combining Original Features & high tech for comfort

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
wiltshire, Marlborough
  • Popular LocationNorth Wessex Downs10 min drive
  • Popular LocationUffington White Horse14 min drive
  • Popular LocationSwindon Designer Outlet18 min drive
  • AirportBristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)87 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautifully Restored Barn; Combining Original Features & high tech for comfort

Dating back to 1663, our historic barn has been carefully converted to sleep four in a twin and kingsize double bedrooms. The comfortable self-catering accommodation is open plan, with views onto the downs beyond and a few minutes walk into the centre of Aldbourne, an attractive village with pubs and shops. The spacious interior leads onto a private terrace and path to off-road parking.

A blend of restored original features, and a carefully designed interior make this barn a really unusual and quirky place to stay! As you walk in you'll be surprised by height of the ceiling and the light playing through the funky lampshades... you'll see that downstairs Alma Barn is open plan incorporating a living room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen with a separate bathroom. Upstairs there are two mezzanine bedrooms, one with a double bed, the other with two twin beds. Lying in bed you'll get an amazing view of the incredible oak barn rafters and wind braces... enjoy the integrated Lutron light system with various settings, allowing you to regulate the mood. For the chillier times of the year, the Barn is kept lovely and warm by discrete underfloor heating which runs throughout.

Sheep often graze in the paddock adjoining the Barn, carefully watched by the red kites soaring above them - you can sit and watch from your own immediately accessible private terrace, ideal for that early morning coffee and croissant available from the excellent delicatessen in the village.

Property manager

Charlie Elms

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Note from host: Not suitable if prone to climb (see below).

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Parties and events welcome by arrangement
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Marlborough

Located in Marlborough, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Wessex Downs and Tuckmill Meadow, while The Merchant's House Marlborough and Swindon Arts Centre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Energy Check County Ground or Blunsdon Abbey Stadium. Water skiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • North Wessex Downs - 10 min drive
  • Uffington White Horse - 14 min drive
  • Wyvern Theatre - 15 min drive
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 18 min drive
  • Avebury Stone Circle - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Hungerford Station - 17 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway - 18 min drive
  • Plough Inn - 7 min drive
  • Pelican Inn - 11 min drive
  • The Bakers Arms - 8 min drive
  • Pophams Restaurant - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Restored Barn; Combining Original Features & high tech for comfort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully Restored Barn; Combining Original Features & high tech for comfort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Restored Barn; Combining Original Features & high tech for comfort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Restored Barn; Combining Original Features & high tech for comfort located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of North Wessex Downs, Kennet & Avon Canal, and The Merchant's House Marlborough. Coate Water Country Park and Greenbridge Retail Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 stars
Lovely place It had everything
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Marilyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mrs
The barn was in a very nice village with a countryside view. Local people were friendly and there was a lovely deli come cafe. We went to the Battle proms at Highclere which I could recommend. This was only a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carole H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful but not practical
The barn is very well rénovâted, very much in style, lovely details. But a few things to mention: The bathroom is extremely small. Compared to the large surface of the barn. The bedrooms are open spaces so there is no privacy. And The tv could be changed in a smart tv. I guess for 750 pounds for 3 nights you may expect something. So really beautiful house but not practical.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty L., Knoxville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Stay
My husband and I stayed at Alma Barn with our 21 yo daughter for 8 nights. We loved everything about it. The barn itself is beautifully decorated and has plenty of natural light and everything you need, along with a lovely host. It’s located in a very quiet and beautiful location that is a few minutes walk to the quaint Aldbourne with its wonderful cafe and pubs, and a good location for daily drives to other places in the Cotswolds. Our stay at Alma Barn couldn’t have been better.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Wonderful few days - lovely property in a beautiful village.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a cosy getaway
We had an absolutely amazing time in this gorgeously transformed barn. Well equipped kitchen, comfy beds, surprisingly high tech features with a rustic interior. It’s less than 10mins walk from the village centre which has a Coop and some nice pubs. If you’re looking for a relaxed holiday, I could not recommend the place more!

10/10 Excellent

Tessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful barn and location.
Alma Barn was perfect for our stay. Such a wonderful and well thought through design. The barn has such a lovely warmth about it, it makes it harder to leave to investigate the surrounding beautiful countryside. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect relaxing getaway
The barn is beautifully converted with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Check in was very straightforward with clear directions to the barn. We were very lucky with the weather but even on the rainiest of days this would be a really cosy getaway. We'd love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend stay
Unusual space and very comfortable. Located in nice village with an authentic local feel. Great views from the front door
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would highly recommend
We stayed in Alma barn for a week and will definitely be coming back. The barn has everything you need and more and is in a great location, being just a 10 minute walk to the pub and village shops in Aldbourne. The barn is beautifully lit and the owners artwork dotted around the barn is a really nice touch. The beds are really comfy with adequate storage and mood lighting for added cosyness. You really can't fail to notice that the owners have put alot of thought into making the barn that extra bit special. We would highly recommend a relaxing stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020