Fans of the period drama Downton Abbey can now book a stay in the picturesque Cotswolds countryside, just a short distance from the iconic filming location of Lacock village. The village, with its timber-framed houses and cobbled streets, featured prominently in the first Downton Abbey movie as the backdrop for a royal parade, and earlier in the series as a bustling market.
Keepers Barn: A Traditional Countryside Retreat
Located near Cirencester in Gloucestershire, Keepers Barn offers a traditional countryside experience with easy access to Lacock. The converted barn on the outskirts of Kemble village is approximately a 34-minute drive or just over an hour by public transport from Lacock. It is available for seven-night bookings starting from £779.
The barn accommodates two guests with one bed and is dog-friendly, allowing up to two dogs. Facilities include a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, hob, fridge, and dishwasher. Guests can also explore nearby attractions such as Keynes Country Park, with its boating lakes, and Cirencester, known as the Roman capital of the Cotswolds, featuring a historic amphitheatre, museum, and Roman villa.
Alternative Accommodations Near Lacock
For those seeking other options, The Equestria Barn is a 15th-century property about a 15-minute drive from Lacock, with vaulted ceilings and original beams. The Old Stables at Bradley's Farm in Holt, Wiltshire, offers short breaks from £612, with south-facing views and access to Holt village's cafe, restaurant, village shop, and a National Trust garden.
Guest Reviews of Keepers Barn
Visitors have praised Keepers Barn for its accommodation and views. One guest wrote: "Perfect tranquil rural location, beautifully equipped, very well renovated and furnished, stunning views, lovely secluded private garden, perfect for doggy visitors." Another added: "Excellent location, facilities were excellent. The cottage had beautiful floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking open countryside. Enclosed garden for our pup, a dog bed and a towel was a nice touch."
A third guest commented: "The cottage is in a very quiet location, is south facing and the garden is completely enclosed. Outside the private estate road meant you could walk the dog and not get muddy. Warm and plenty of hot water, bed is firm." A fourth said: "Very comfortable and bright cottage, very well equipped and cosy we had everything we needed. Great location very peaceful."
However, some guests noted minor drawbacks. One visitor remarked: "Overall a nice cottage, very warm with a good shower and hot water. More cramped than it looks, so with 2 dogs not ideal. Lovely setting surrounded by fields with horses and good local walks for pooches. Wi-Fi is pretty poor and the electric cooker is the cheapest imaginable and awful." Another added: "Lovely little cottage ideal for short break. Bathroom & kitchen could do with a freshen up."
