Guests say
Guests consistently praise the Shutts House Garden Apartment for its comfort, cleanliness, and prime location. The property is well-equipped and offers a peaceful garden, with many appreciating the thoughtful welcome packs provided by the host, Nigel. It serves as an excellent base for exploring Salisbury and the surrounding areas, with easy access to local amenities and attractions.
The majority of guests describe the apartment as immaculate and spotlessly clean, indicating high standards of cleanliness. One review mentions mold and dust, but this seems to be an isolated case in the context of overwhelmingly positive feedback.
The apartment's location is frequently highlighted as ideal, offering tranquility and proximity to Salisbury, local pubs, and attractions like Stonehenge. It is also noted for its easy access to country walks and the New Forest.
Comfort is a recurring theme, with guests finding the beds super comfortable and the living spaces cosy. Some guests noted the furniture might be low for those with limited mobility, but overall, the apartment is seen as spacious and welcoming.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and ample parking. Some guests suggested improvements like safety rails in showers and clearer instructions for appliances, but these are minor compared to the overall positive experiences.
Guests frequently mention and appreciate the welcome packs, which add a personal touch to their stay. While these gifts are warmly received, it is important to note that such extras, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Shutts House Apartment really is a magnificent place to spend a holiday and guests will feel immediately at home, not least by the little touches the owner have left to ensure a comfortable stay. Nestling in its private and secluded surroundings on the edge of the pretty village of Coombe Bissett, you will certainly have the impression of escaping to the country when you take up residence here but with all the modern comforts such sumptuous accommodation offers. The owner, who lives in the upper part of the house with a completely separate entrance on the other side, have lovingly converted the lower level into an ultra-contemporary space with beautiful floors, soft furnishings and the highest standards of luxury throughout. An important part of any day out will be returning at the end of it to relax in the peaceful, secluded garden and enjoy the almost Mediterranean effect of the luxurious outdoor furniture and discreet lighting - a magical experience.
Within the county of Wiltshere, the village of Coombe Bissett sits within the picturesque Cranborne Chase aonb in the southern part of the county. After a day of exploring the great outdoors on your doorstep, return to Coombe Bissett and enjoy a drink and a delicious meal at the Fox and Goose pub. The Rivver Ebble trickles through the village where you will also find a convenient shop and Post Office. The Coombe Bissett Down is a beautiful nature reserve, perfect for a stroll in the summertime. Close by, discover find the historic city of Salisbury just a couple of miles away. Find its towering cathedral among several other attractions, as well as a wide range of amenities. Venture into the Cranborne Chase, abundant in opportunities for walkers and cyclists. The enchanting ruins of Old Wardour Castle ca be found here, along with a number of charming villages.
Accommodation
All ground floor: Three bedrooms: 1 x king size double (zip/link can be twin on request) with en suite bathroom with standalone bath, shower, basin and WC and smart TV, 1 x king size double (zip/link can be twin on request) with en suite shower room with shower, basin and WC and smart TV, 1 x king size double with en suite shower, basin and WC, and TV.
Kitchen with dining area (for 6).
Living room with woodburner and TV.
Utility.
Central heating, woodburner.
Built-in ovens (one a combination conventional/microwave), induction hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble drier.
Smart TV, blue tooth speaker and spotify and wifi.
Fuel and power inc in rent.
Bed linen and towels inc in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Large terrace with furniture, table with LED lighting, lawn.
Hairdryer.
Off road parking.
One small well behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.2 within a five minute walk.
Note: Please be aware the owner lives in the upper part of the house, but has a completely separate entrance to the property.
This property can only accept a minimum of 3 night stays.
The property can only accept 7 night bookings during the period between Easter and October half term.
Reviews (45)
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Connor
We were expecting a clean, welcoming environment but were met with quite the opposite. The cleaning was extremely poorâcobwebs and dust covered many surfaces, and we even found a toenail with hair on the living room rug, bits on the sofa, and stained, unclean bedding. Towels smelled musty, floors were clearly not mopped, mirrors had splash marks, and soap containers at sinks were completely empty. Despite check-in being delayed until 5 pm, the property was far from ready, and the welcome hamper, which arrived late, didnât include everything on the list sent to us via email. We returned a few items to avoid waste, but a few listed items were missing from the delayed welcome hamper which was very disappointing.
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Elizabeth
We had a lovely warm welcome from Nigel (and Ruby) and enjoyed a cup of tea sitting in the garden on our arrival. The apartment was clean, warm, comfortable, quiet and very well equipped. It was well positioned for visiting Salisbury, Winchester, Stonehenge, Devizes and many other places. We hope to return to Shutts House to continue our exploration of the area - we would not think of staying anywhere else!
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Ben
It has the potential of being a great house. BUT it's not well kept: mold everywhere (even on the curtains), dust webs, dirty carpet. We have disinfected the kitchen and the tools before using it (dirty pans, dirty oven, dirty microwave). It needs some serious cleaning and updating urgently. The sheets in our bedroom had already been used (hairs, used handkerchief?), which we find unacceptable in a house of this price range.