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To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience

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7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 17200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tollard Royal, England
  • Larmer Tree Gardens
    4 min walk
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    10 min drive
  • Gold Hill Museum
    11 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    47 min drive

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About the area

Salisbury

A family-friendly stay in Salisbury awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be steps from Larmer Tree Gardens and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Rushmore Golf Club. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a Smart TV are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a sauna. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Salisbury holiday home include Fontmell and Melbury Downs and Wayland's Sixpenny Brewery.

What's nearby

  • Larmer Tree Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Gold Hill Museum - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Wardour Castle - 20 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Wimborne Minster - 26 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 26 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Tonino Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Half Moon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Amy's Fish & Chips - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Aroma - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience

King John's House is an Historic Grade II* listed house, on the Dorset/Wiltshire border within the village of Tollard Royal. Offering luxury accommodation for up to 19 guests in 10 bedrooms. Perfect for family holidays or special occasions.

Set within 6 acres of beautiful gardens, formally arranged close to the house, then progressively wild as they merge with the Wiltshire uplands beyond. The view from behind the house takes in the ascending canal, a fountain and the spectacular folly. Walk the grass pathways past pleached lime and cypress trees. Relax with a drink in the exotic Japanese garden overlooking the fish that glide serenely in the ornamental ponds. A gas BBQ allows you to cook and eat al fresco around the chunky garden table then play a little croquet on the top lawn by the entrance. Be transfixed by the trickle of water from the ornamental waterfall. Once used for hunting, these grounds are now a place to track down only quiet contemplation and a sort of spiritual serenity.

The medieval entrance hall provides a wonderful reception area with its magnificent original fireplace and an unlimited supply of logs. Guests will be able to dine in style in the Tudor panelled dining room. The property boasts a large country kitchen with a traditional wooden table and range cooker together with warming oven and American style fridge freezer and dishwasher, the utility room is home for two washing machines a tumble dryer and large Belfast sink. In the adjacent walk in larder you will find two additional fridges and a wide selection of kitchen equipment and store cupboard essentials.

The newly created downstairs bedroom room with its 60 inch flat screen TV and extensive stock of DVD's offers a retreat for movie lovers. Guests can escape for solitary serenity with a book to the Butler’s House where you will find a comfortable seating area, two further bedrooms and bathrooms.

The magnificent drawing room on the first floor with its impressive wall hangings and welcoming large open fire allows a wonderful vista to the beautifully designed Folly at the Larmer Tree Gardens, this room is full of period features and perfect for entertaining and pre-dinner drinks.

Eight of the ten bedrooms can be arranged as zip and link twins or super kingsize. The Master bedroom provides a half tester canopy, kingsize bed, dressing area and contemporary en-suite with large walk in shower. For tranquillity and calmness treat yourself to a stay in the Japanese Pavilion situated just away from the main house this little oasis of peace nestled in the beautiful water gardens with it's own private sauna and shower will leave you refreshed and re-energised. There are nine bathrooms and en-suites offering a variety of showers and baths, towels and bedding are provided for all guests together with additional towels for the sauna.

There is also a travel cot and two high chairs if required.

Pets are welcome by prior arrangement at an additional cost of £25 per animal.

The Butler's House, which sleeps 4 guests, is included in the overall accommodation but can be booked individually.

Property manager

Becky Bevis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Does To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience?

This property features a sauna, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

Is To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ, highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience?

No, To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

To stay in this extraordinary, historic, Grade II* house is a unique experience Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very merry Christmas
My large family and I stayed here over Christmas and we had the most wonderful time. The house is spectacular and full of old world historical charm and had been decorated with a Christmas tree and garland making it truly festive. There is the most wonderful dining room where we ate our holiday meal and played dinner games with a raging fire burning in the 1500s fireplace. We enjoyed walking in the surrounding area, going to the local pub, relaxing, reading books and disconnecting from our electronic devices. The kitchen was well equipped to cook for so many of us and the beds comfortable to retire to after a long and active day. Thank you to Becky who was wonderful and responsive to all our questions. We will definately stay here again as this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

Liked: Cleanliness
King John's House
Fantastic historical place for a family meet up in the heart of Wiltshire. Plenty of room for guests and beautiful gardens. Would definitely consider revisiting this wonderful property again and exploring the lovely countryside.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020