Title: 1 bedroom accommodation in Silton, Near Gillingham Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 1 bedroom accommodation in Silton, Near Gillingham Cottage in Gillingham with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106926700/106926618/68aefdf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106926700/106926618/66370f36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106926700/106926618/514c48ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106926700/106926618/81044bc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106926700/106926618/fe54bc2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in tranquil Silton village, The Old Orchard offers a serene countryside retreat. Unwind in the open-plan living space with Smart TV and woodburner or step outside to your own garden with sitting-out area, barbecue and private parking. Enjoy WiFi, electric central heating and comfortable kingsize bed. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Silton, Near Gillingham Welcome to The Old Orchard, a charming holiday let nestled in the tranquil village of Silton, located in the picturesque northeast corner of Dorset within the Blackmore Vale.. 1 step to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Outside. Dining area. Kitchen area: Induction Hob, Microwave, Air Fryer, Fridge Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Front garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue & Pizza oven (Charcoal). 1 small dog welcome. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. This converted outbuilding and woodstore sits on the site of an original orchard in the owners’ gardens of Stroud Cottage, dating back to the early 1800s. The Old Orchard all on one level, offers convenience and comfort. As you step inside, you’re greeted by an inviting open-plan living space, complete with a kitchen, dining area, and living room. Relax in front of the Smart TV or enjoy the warmth of the woodburner on cooler evenings. The bedroom features a kingsize bed, ensuring a restful night’s sleep. A modern bathroom with a shower cubicle completes the accommodation. The double doors open onto the garden, which is yours to enjoy during your stay. A bistro set and BBQ are readily available for your use, perfect for al fresco dining. Opposite lies a dog exercise field exclusively for residents of Silton and their guests to enjoy with their dogs, please always stay with your dog while using the area. Silton is a small, peaceful village, ideal for those seeking a serene escape. The surrounding Blackmore Vale offers gently rolling countryside, open fields often dotted with grazing dairy cows, and picturesque woodlands. Take leisurely walks and discover the pretty villages and market towns scattered throughout the area. With its dark night skies and wide horizons, The Old Orchard provides a perfect countryside retreat while still offering easy access to the A303 ensuring quick and convenient travel to nearby attractions. Occasionally, whilst enjoying the outside space, some road noise from the A303 may be heard when the wind blows in a certain direction, but the garden setting and overall convenience make up for it. Explore the enchanting surroundings, on foot explore the 12th Century Church of St Nicholas and Judge Wyndham’s Oak, the oldest tree in Dorset just 10 minutes away, or stop for a bite to eat at the quintessential English pub in nearby Bourton. 9-miles away is Shaftesbury’s captivating town centre, featuring Shaftesbury Abbey and the iconic Gold Hill from the Hovis advert. Nearby attractions include the National Trust’s Stourhead House, Longleat Safari Park, Sturminster Newton Mill and Haynes Motor Museum. Free WiFi Small dog/s only allowed. There are steps to the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22194400/22194347/103a5c81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coach House In The Picturesque Village Of Mere Mere - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 124 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=22194347&PinnedHotelID=22194347&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, body wraps, body scrubs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99811900/99811820/43e8da08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holbrook Manor & Spa. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK47659-UK47659 ## About the area Located in Gillingham, this cottage is in a rural area. Some of the area's popular attractions include Longleat Safari and Adventure Park and Center Parcs Longleat Forest. Mill on the Brue and Gartell Light Railway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Gillingham travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gillingham.dx6049370) [View more Cottages in Gillingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gillingham-Cottages.d6049370-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.07104%2C-2.31507&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xC5r65RZ0WW5mjwnh8hnDJpdI8A=) Silton, Near Gillingham ### What's nearby - Stourhead Garden - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles - Stourhead - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles - Longleat - 19 min drive - 11.9 miles - Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 19 min drive - 14.4 miles - Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 23 min drive - 16.6 miles ### Getting around - Gillingham Dorset Station - 10 min drive - Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 82 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Bell and Crown - ‬2 min drive - ‪The George Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪The White Lion Inn - ‬12 min walk - ‪Osip - ‬14 min drive - ‪Spread Eagle Inn - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Silton, Near Gillingham pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Silton, Near Gillingham? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Silton, Near Gillingham? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Silton, Near Gillingham located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Stourhead Garden and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Stourhead. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Hauser and Wirth Somerset are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 1 bedroom accommodation in Silton, Near Gillingham Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma Baker 11 Oct 2025 #### What a fantastic place. What a fantastic place. Possibly the best we have been too in a long time. Lovely and clean and well equipped and the free wood for the wood burner was very helpful it kicked out some nice needed heat in January! ##### Emma Baker ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)