The Foaling Box
LANHILL, WILTSHIRE, ENGLAND
🏡 Characterful 👶 Great with toddlers 🧒 Great for older kids 🐶 Dog friendly 🌿 Nature-focused 🥾 Great for walking 🚲 Great for cycling ✨ A bit special
A beautifully converted stable tucked into the Wiltshire countryside, combining stylish interiors, a cosy log burner and a private garden with easy access to Bath, Lacock Abbey, Castle Combe and the Cotswolds
Explore the Cotswolds in style at The Foawling Box
At a Glance
Accommodation: A stylish two-bedroom stable conversion with two bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen and living space, underfloor heating, exposed stone walls and a wood-burning stove.
Location: Peacefully set in rural Lanhill, around two miles from Chippenham, with countryside walks from the doorstep and the historic village of Yatton Keynell nearby.
What to do: Explore Lacock Abbey, Bath and the Cotswolds, visit Castle Combe, enjoy countryside walks and cycling, or simply make the most of the enclosed garden and onsite tennis court.
Best for families: Families wanting a comfortable countryside base with plenty of space, easy access to family days out and a garden where children can enjoy some outdoor time.
Accommodation Types
The Foaling Box from around £212 per night
Best for families: Up to 4 guests | 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Enclosed garden | Self-catering | Dogs welcome
The Foaling Box is a beautifully renovated former stable with two spacious bedrooms, both with king-size beds, and two bathrooms. The open-plan living area has a fully equipped shaker-style kitchen, dining space and comfortable lounge, while underfloor heating and a wood-burning stove make it cosy for cooler evenings.
Family-friendly features: Children of all ages are welcome, with plenty of space for a family of four. The enclosed garden gives children room to play, while the onsite tennis court and countryside walks add plenty to do during your stay.
Dogs: Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome, with the applicable fee shown at the time of booking. The enclosed garden is particularly useful for families travelling with dogs.
Practical: Free private parking and WiFi are available. The property has a dishwasher, microwave, oven and all the essentials for a self-catering family stay. A refundable £500 accidental damage deposit applies, although an advance payment can be made to waive this requirement.
Breakfast: This is a self-catering cottage, so breakfast isn't included. The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare family breakfasts and meals during your stay.
Good to know: The cottage has a peaceful rural setting with walking routes from the doorstep, but you'll want a car for supermarkets, restaurants and exploring the wider area. Yatton Keynell is around 1.5 miles away and has a village shop, pub and other useful amenities.
Getting there
Nearest Airport
Bristol Airport – around 45 minutes by car
Nearest Train Station
Chippenham Station – around 10–15 minutes by car
Bath Spa Station – around 30 minutes by car
Nearest Town / City
Chippenham – around 10 minutes by car
Bath – around 35 minutes by car
Bristol – around 35 minutes by car
Lanhill is a rural hamlet around two miles from Chippenham, so a car is the easiest way to reach the property and explore the area.
Good to Know
A car is recommended: The property is surrounded by countryside, with the nearest useful amenities in Yatton Keynell and Chippenham. Having a car makes it much easier to explore Bath, Lacock, Castle Combe and the wider Cotswolds.
Yatton Keynell is the closest village: Around 1.5 miles away, it has a village shop, pub and other everyday amenities, while Chippenham has a much wider choice of shops and restaurants.
Great for outdoor families: There are countryside walks from the doorstep and free use of the onsite tennis court, making it easy to enjoy some fresh air without getting in the car.
Perfect for exploring: Lacock Abbey is around 15 minutes away, while Bath and the beautiful village of Castle Combe make easy days out.
Check the additional deposit: A refundable £500 accidental damage deposit applies unless you choose the alternative payment option offered when booking.
“We love The Foaling Box for its gorgeous countryside setting and beautifully finished interiors, giving families a stylish and peaceful base for exploring Wiltshire and nearby Bath. ”
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