Luxury farmhouse accommodation at The Ridgeway Barns
Gather with family and friends. Explore the historic Ridgeway and North Wessex Downs. Self-cater or celebrate in style. Relax in the beautiful garden or snuggle up in front of a cosy fire. The Ridgeway Barns is the perfect place for gathering, celebrating, and exploring the local area. The main farmhouse sleeps 11-12, with two further self-contained annexes available for larger groups or individual bookings.
Formerly the heart of this working farm, the farmhouse was completely renovated in 2021, upgrading the spacious property while retaining original features. On the first floor you will find six luxurious bedrooms, tastefully decorated and furnished to a high standard. There are three large king size en-suite rooms, a large twin, a smaller twin and lovely single room. In addition we have a pop-up bed and travel cot available.
Downstairs there is a large farmhouse kitchen-diner extending into a conservatory, a cosy TV snug, and two formal reception rooms; perfect for dinner parties or relaxation. There are also two self-contained annexes: The Old Stables (our luxury honeymoon suite, sleeps 2), and the Pumphouse (twin/king). The various spaces allow you to gather with friends and family, or find a quiet corner to relax.
Outside the large garden and terrace benefit from stunning views over the rolling chalklands of the North Wessex Downs. Enjoy alfresco dining, cooking over the gas BBQ, or enjoy the night away roasting marshmallows around the firepit.
Thank you to @davidparmiterphotography for the wonderful photos.
The accommodation
How many does the farmhouse sleep? The farmhouse has six bedrooms sleeping 11 (plus a pop-up bed), and two self-contained annexes which each sleep 2 (total 15-16).
What is the configuration of the bedrooms? The farmhouse has three king-size en-suite bedrooms, a large twin, a smaller twin and a lovely single room. Outside there are two annexes: The Old Stables is our luxurious honeymoon suite with super king-sized bed and en-suite bathroom. The Pumphouse is a ground floor annex that can accommodate 2 people and can be set up as either a king or a twin, with en-suite shower room. An extra pop-up bed is available for a small additional fee (to cover the extra linen), and a cot is available free of charge (please note, linen is not provided for the cot). Please see our accommodation brochure for full details of the rooms.
Can I hire just one of the annexes? Yes! The annexes are each available to hire individually or alongside the farmhouse. Midweek stays start at £100 per night (Pumphouse), £125 per night (Old Stables). Weekend stays start at £280 for 2 nights (Pumphouse), or £350 for 2 nights (Old Stables). Discounts are available for stays of 4 nights or more.
Do you provide bed linen and towels? Yes ~ all beds will be expertly made for your stay, and we provide one bath and one hand towel for each guest. Hand wash, body wash and loo roll are provided in each bathroom.
Do you provide hairdryers? Yes, there is a hairdryer in each annex, and two in the farmhouse (typically kept in Cowleaze and Sugar Hill bedrooms).
Are there cleaning and laundry facilities available? Yes, the utility room (in the farmhouse) is available for your use, including washer-drier, iron & board, vacuum cleaner, broom and mop ~ although we don’t expect you to clean the house during your stay!
Is there parking on site? There is ample free parking on site. As a minimum you will have access to six parking spaces for the main farmhouse, and an additional parking space for each annex.
Booking and check in
Do you have a minimum stay? We typically have a two-night minimum stay, or three nights on bank holiday weekends. One-night stays are possible in the annexes midweek. For stays of 4 nights or more we can offer a discount on the nightly price.
Can I check in/check out any day of the week? In general we try to remain flexible for your requirements. The only restricted days are no check in on a Sunday or bank holiday Mondays, or check out on a Saturday.
What time is check in & check out? Our normal check in time is 4 pm, and check out at 10 am. Check in is via a key safe ~ you will be provided with the code ahead of your stay.
Do you offer early check-in or late check out? Please speak to us if you would like an early check in or late check out ~ the more notice you give us the better. Where possible we will allow an early check in from 3 pm or a late check out to 11 am ~ but when we have back-to-back bookings this is simply not possible as it takes 6 hours to changeover the house. If you would like to arrive any earlier or depart later then additional charges apply. For weekend bookings you will often find the cost of booking Sunday night is great value, and means you can stay as long as you want on Sunday.
Catering
What catering facilities are there in the farmhouse and annexes? The farmhouse has a well-equipped kitchen with ample crockery, cutlery, glassware and seating for 16 guests. Each annex has a kitchenette suitable for preparing simple meals for two. Please see our accommodation brochure for further details.
Do you have a BBQ available for us to use? Yes! We provide a gas BBQ for your use.
Is breakfast included? Accommodation is let on a self-catered basis. Breakfast hampers can be provided on request ~ please see our breakfast hamper options.
Can we hire in a local chef to cook for us? Yes, of course! We can highly recommend Joe Ouseley. Check out his website at www.wildgoosechef.com
Local Activities and Entertainment
What is there to do in the local area? Oh, so much! There are a great range of activities to do in the local area and within one hour drive, to suit all ages and tastes. Please see our welcome brochure (available on request) for our recommendations.
Does the house have free wifi? Yes! There is wifi available throughout the farmhouse and annexes. Passwords are provided on arrival.
Do you have a TV, radio and sound system? There is a large TV in the snug, and one in each annex, and there is a radio in the kitchen and each annex.
Do you allow candles, firepits, sparklers and fireworks. We have a fire pit available for you to use during your stay. Candles are permitted in the farmhouse, but we ask that you ensure they are kept within a heat resistant container such as a hurricane lantern or jar ~ please take care not to spill the wax! Unfortunately we do not allow fireworks due to the risk to the farm. See our T&Cs for full details (available on request).
Can we arrange horse riding at the farm? The horses on the farm are privately owned and are not insured or licenced to provide lessons, so unfortunately we are unable to provide lessons on the farm. However, we can provide recommendations for some local riding schools who may be able to help.
Children and pets
Do you have a travel cot, highchair and childrens cutlery? Yes, we have one travel cot, two high chairs and a good selection of kids cutlery and crockery. Please just ask in advance, and we will put them out for your stay. Please note, the travel cot comes with a sheet but no extra bedding.
Do you allow pets? Up to three dogs are very welcome downstairs in the farmhouse, or one in the Pumphouse, when accompanied by well-behaved owners! Extra charges apply. Please see our T&Cs for full details (available on request).
Outline 2024 hire prices are included below. Please get in touch for a bespoke quote. Discounts are available for stays of 4 nights or more.
The Farmhouse and Annexes
Midweek stays from £1,900 – £2,375 for a 2 night stay. Longer stays are of course possible, and discounts are offered on the nightly price for stays of 4 nights or more.
Weekend stays range from £3,150 – £4,600 for 2-3 nights. Bank holiday weekends from £4,750 (3 night minimum).
The Farmhouse only
Midweek stays from £1,700 to £2,125 for a 2 night stay. Longer stays are of course possible, and discounts are offered on the nightly price for stays of 4 nights or more.
Weekend stays range from £2,850 – £4,250 for 2-3 nights.
The Old Stables
Midweek stays from £175 for 1 night, or £125 per night for stays of 2 nights or more.
Weekend stays range from £300 – £500 for 2-3 nights.
The Pumphouse
Midweek stays from £140 for 1 night, or £100 per night for stays of 2 nights or more.
Weekend stays range from £240 – £400 for 2-3 nights.
Please get in touch for availability and to make a booking. Generally we advise booking 2-6 months in advance for weekend stays in the farmhouse, and we can typically take bookings up to 9 months in advance. Shorter-notice bookings are often possible midweek, and for the annexes.
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Autumn 2024 (September - November)
Weekends are now fully booked September to Novemeber 2024, but we do have availability midweek. Please get in touch for availability and a bespoke quote.
December 2024
Remaining December weekends available are:
~ 13th-15th December 2024. £3,150 for a 2-night stay, or £3,325 for a 3-night stay.
~ 20th-22nd December 2024. £3,650 for a 2-night stay, or £3,800 for a 3-night stay.
~ 27th-29th December 2024. £4,150 for a 2-night stay, or £4,275 for a 3-night stay.
Christmas and New Year 2024-2025
We currently have the following availability, but please book early to avoid disappointment!
~ Christmas 2024 ~ Sorry, now fully booked.
~ Fri 27th – Sun 29th December, £4,150. 2 nights in our farmhouse and annexes (sleeps 15-16), from 4 pm on Friday 27th December until 10 am on Sunday 29th December.
~ New Years 2025 ~ Sorry, now fully booked.
January - March 2025
We are now taking bookings throughout January – March 2025.
~ Weekend stays range from £3,150 – £3,325 for 2-3 nights.
~ Midweek stays from £2,000 for a 2-night stay.
Easter and April 2025
The Easter holidays are booking up fast, but we still have availability for the Easter Bank holiday weekend, and that of 26th April:
~ Easter BH weekend 2024, £4,250. 3 nights in our farmhouse and annexes (sleeps 15-16), from midday on Friday 18th April until midday Monday 21st April.
~ Fri 25th – Sun 27th April, £3,750. 2 nights in our farmhouse and annexes (sleeps 15-16), from 4 pm on Friday 25th April until 11 am on Sunday 297th April.
~ Midweek stays from £2,200 for a 2-night stay.
May - July 2025
Bookings are now open for May – July 2025, and we currently have the following weekend availability:
~ Early May BH weekend, £4,850. 3 nights in our farmhouse and annexes (sleeps 15-16), from 4 pm on Friday 2nd May until 2 pm Monday 5th May.
~ Other May weekends,£4,350. 2 nights in our farmhouse and annexes (sleeps 15-16), from 4 pm on Friday until 11 am on Sunday. Fri 9th – Sun 11th May,
~ June 2025. Sorry, weekends are now fully booked.
~ July 2025, £4,350. 2 nights in our farmhouse and annexes (sleeps 15-16), from 4 pm on Friday until 11 am on Sunday. Fri 4th – Sun 6th July / Fri 11th – Sun 13th July / Fri 18th – Sun 20th July
~ Midweek stays from £2,400 for a 2-night stay.
Testimonials
We had an incredible few days at the farm house. Hosts couldn’t have been more helpful. The house and surrounding areas are stunning, lots of time to play on the lawn, go for walks and enjoy family dining in the huge kitchen
James, July 2024
We had a lovely stay and would highly recommend to others, it was well organised and the hosts were extremely helpful and welcoming. It was very clean, with all the utensils we needed. We managed to do some nice walks, sightseeing and even visited bath.
Will & Ellie, July 2024
Couldn’t recommend enough! The barn was absolutely perfect, decorated beautifully and had everything you needed. The bath was incredible and we’ve actually messaged the host for the make of the mattress because the bed was SO SO comfy! The location was amazing, surrounded by fields and their farm animals. We stayed here and took day trips into the Cotswolds/Bath, so it was great to go from the busy villages back to the country side. The hosts are amazing! We bumped into them on arrival and messaged them a couple of times during our stay. Very responsive and helpful – couldn’t have asked for more. I honestly can’t recommend this place enough, and we’re looking for every excuse to be back! Thank you so much.
Bethan, April 2024
Relaxing setting, spotlessly clean. Gorgeous and luxurious bathroom, both the shower and bath are huge. Communication is helpful and hosts are on-site during the day if anything needed, although your privacy isn’t disturbed.
Holly, April 2024
Stunning house in a stunning location. Perfect weekend for our family of 14 (plus two babies and three dogs) to celebrate birthdays. Very clean and well equipped.
Sophie, March 2024
Had an amazing stay. Perfect for a big family get together with multiple rooms for people to break out into. Very well equipped kitchen and beautifully appointed bedrooms. A lovely big garden for the kids to play in. Would highly recommend.
Ruth, March 2024
We enjoyed a wonderful stay here with 8 adults and 7 young children. The hosts were wonderful and helpful before we arrived and the amenities of the property are fantastic. The children loved playing outside and going on walks to see the horses and sheep. It was everything we could have wanted.
Helen, February 2024
What a lovely house! We had a wonderful time here, celebrating a Golden Wedding and a 70th birthday with three generations. Thank you for all the care and attention paid to this comfortable and well-equipped house ~ we had everything we needed! The house has a very special and happy atmosphere ~ I think it enjoys having people living in it!
Nell & family, December 2023
Thank you so much for being so accommodating. The house and barns are beautiful, and it was the perfect stay for a group of friends coming together from all over the country ~ babies, dogs and all!
Ed & friends, November 2023
Had a lovely long weekend at this beautiful spacious house. The house is just like the pictures and had everything we needed for an extended family celebration. Check in/out was easy. Everything was labelled and easy to find. Clean, warm and comfortable. A great place.
Sharon, October 2023
Thank you for a wonderful stay. We were a party of 15 people, age ranging from 1 1/2 to 70+ years old. The place was fantastic for all ages, with things to keep the children engaged and areas for the adults to relax, rest and catch up on the latest happenings. This was a most enjoyable stay!
The Chan, Young & Ho families, August 2023
A special thank you for a gorgeous stay at this beautiful place. Everything was perfect, even the little rain that we had! It has given us and our family summertime memories that we will treasure forever. We will miss this special place! Thank you for everything, and very best wishes.
Raeesa & family, July 2023
Wow! We have had simply the best weekend with family. This place is unbelievable ~ we all loved everything about it. The house has everything you need and more. It’s spacious and clean, and the hosts are very friendly and helpful. We would definitely like to come back again. 5 stars!
Stella, July 2023
From the moment we arrived we felt welcomed and at home. Such a lovely stay! The Ridgeway Barns is just as wonderful as the pictures look. As a family get together for the first time in many years it suited us all from 9 to 79 years old. Thank you for all the home comforts, well thought out and nothing left out.
Kirsty and family, Easter 2023
We had a most wonderful long weekend here. The attention to detail everywhere was exceptional. We celebrated a special birthday with every comfort and a warm welcome. A really beautiful house with everything we needed for a memorable stay.
Sarah and family, March 2023
I stayed here with my family, which included 3 young children. We were celebrating my 30th, safe to say we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and my 3 year old is already asking if we can go back for her birthday. It was just perfect for what we needed and felt really homely. The interiors have been well thought out and it shows, I hope to return soon. Thank you
Lucy, January 2023
Wow what an amazing space, a luxurious modern day farmhouse, which was a perfect home away from home. The house is perfect for friends and families. It was the small details from the hosts which made our stay phenomenal. We arrived to find the house festively decorated, with a real Christmas tree and the dining room already set up for our dinner party. Louisa was super responsive, full of local knowledge and more than happy to make recommendations. Would love to come back again, it’s a beautiful place to be.
Cat & friends, December 2022
We had a wonderful stay at the farmhouse. It’s great for a friends get together and it’s fully equipped! The communication was excellent, and Louisa was very helpful every time we had a question. It’s a beautiful house and surrounding and we would absolutely stay here again!
Razan, November 2022
Stunning and spacious house. We visited as a group of friends with young children, and it worked really well. Very clean, high quality, comfy beds and good communication from the host. We’d recommend and would like to go back.
Oliver, November 2022
Stunning farmhouse. Perfect for a big family reunion!
Daniah, July 2022
We had a most wonderful stay in this very beautiful house in a fantastic, glorious location. Everything was even better than we expected, and perfect for our largish group. All the bed and bedrooms were outstandingly comfortable, and the downstairs sitting room and reception and kitchen/dining areas were all absolutely brilliant. Very spacious and beautifully renovated and well-designed/ spread out. Top notch gardens with well-tended borders, and the loveliest views. We catered for ourselves and lacked for nothing. Everything was thought of and everything provided. I cannot recommend the farmhouse highly enough. One of the best places we’ve ever stayed!
Catherine, June 2022
Beautiful house, beautiful setting with stunning views. Huge garden great for kids and dogs and lots of lovely walks. Super helpful hosts. We had a fantastic time here!
Victoria, May 2022
We had the most fantastic weekend for my husband’s 40th birthday with our close friends. The house and grounds are impeccable. Becky and her team were fantastic from start to finish cannot recommend highly enough. We will definitely be returning!
Katy, April 2022
