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Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining

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the grange
aerial view of the Grange and gardens
Front of the house with parking for at least 6 cars on the gravel drive
Room
main entrance hall

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12500 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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nr devizes, ENG
  • Place, Kennet & Avon Canal
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Wiltshire Heritage Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Wadworth Brewery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1 with ensuite bathroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 with ensuite shower room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 shared bathroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5 shared bathroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 4

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining

The Grange is an impressive 17th century country house set within 2 acres of well maintained gardens with far reaching views towards Salisbury Plain. It is situated in the heart of Wiltshire, just outside the historic market town of Devizes. The world famous heritage sites of Stonehenge, Avebury and Silbury Hill are within 20 mins drive. Bath, Salisbury and Longleat are half an hour away. Oxford and the Cotswolds are easy day trips.

The village of Worton has an attractive pub, and an extensive network of footpaths. There are trout fishing lakes within 10 mins walk. There is also horse riding at the nearby village of Lavington.

We have furnished the Grange traditionally yet with all the modern conveniences.
The house was built in the 1640s, with later additions at the end of the 19th century. Prince Rupert is rumoured to have stayed during the Civil War and a helmet from that period was found in the garden a few years ago.

The three storey house is great for entertaining having a 30ft double reception room with two efficient wood-burners and separate dining room with an open fireplace that can seat at least 12. The kitchen/breakfast room comes with a traditional 4 door Aga. Upstairs there are 6 spacious double bedrooms. The master bedroom has a super king size bed and luxurious bathroom with twin sinks, bath and walk-in power shower. Bedroom 2 has a king size bed and ensuite shower room, bedroom 3 has twin beds and bedrooms 4 and 5 in the attic have queen size beds and a bathroom with twin sinks, bath with shower attachment, bedroom 6 is a double bedroom and also has its own bathroom.

The gardens are a particular feature with croquet lawn, walled garden featuring pear and apple trees with a small avenue of vines along with both summer and winter raspberry bushes. There is a GRASS TENNIS COURT to the front of the house. To the side there are two goldfish ponds set within checkerboard cobbles. On the back lawn (suitable for badminton) there is also an open sided games room/barn with table tennis.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Devizes

Devizes is home to this holiday home. Wadworth Brewery and Avonleigh Organic Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Center Parcs Longleat Forest and Longleat Safari and Adventure Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Devizes Leisure Centre and Trowbridge Leisure Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, mountain biking and cycling.
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nr devizes, ENG

What's nearby

  • Kennet & Avon Canal - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Market Lavington Museum - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Wiltshire Heritage Museum - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Wadworth Brewery - 13 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Oare House - 13 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Melksham Station - 13 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pour House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Silk Mercer (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Three Magpies - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪White Bear - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining on 30 Mar 2026 start from AU$1,929, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic country house with grass tennis court - ideal for entertaining located?

Set in Devizes, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kennet & Avon Canal, Devizes Leisure Centre and Wiltshire Heritage Museum. Market Lavington Museum and Caen Hill Locks are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

We had family visiting from far and wide for the youngest sibling’s upcoming wedding … this was a perfect venue to get together and relax, meet new family members and grandchildren, and generally enjoy ourselves.Amazing property, very spacious and comfortable, and excellent amenities. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marijke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in Worton

We came for a family reunion for a week and found The Grange perfect. The weather was not ideal but this did not stop us having a great week, which included Christmas. There are many things to do close by and if you don’t feel like going out the house was great for just hanging out and playing games inside and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

Beautiful House and Grounds, suitable for families and friends... young and old...

We had an great stay at this amazing property as a Group of friends in our 30s, with one small child, and could not be happier with the owners and the facilities at the house. The grounds were stunning, the bedrooms and bathrooms were all of a high standard and for communal space there were plenty of options. Lots of entertainment provided, with a tennis court, croquet lawn, table tennis table and loads of board games to choose from. Outdoor and indoor seating - you never have to leave! Could not recommend this highly enough!! Thanks for having us and hopefully one day we'll all be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbora O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Birthday Bonanza Gathering

Our family is scattered around the globe, and this property provided the perfect meeting point for the smaller family circle to meet. This house is spacious and allows spending together-time in a generous manner. Additionally, it is a listed building and history breaths through every nook and cranny. Good old AGA oven in the kitchen provides the feeling of hearth of the home. Garden's landscape invites guests to lounge, enjoy peaceful atmosphere of the village surrounding against the backdrop of croquet, badminton and table-tennis sounds. Major advantage of this property, is the ability for a larger group to enjoy each other's company come rain or shine, due to it's layout. Only one negative aspect comes to mind : the cleaning costs. I have already questioned this with the owner. I do not find the quoted amount to be realistic and truly kosher - speaking from experience of owning a larger, older villa in continental Europe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House in Wiltshire

We and our friends and family very much enjoyed the Grange -house and grounds. A beautiful property, well furnished, with a number of paintings by the owner who is clearly an accomplished artist and horsewoman. It was a little chilly, but perhaps that is to be expected in England's springtime.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely family stay

Great location for a big family get together. Lots of things to do like table tennis and croquet. Space for large family dinner and great kitchen. Lovely lounge with open fire. House nice and warm too. Only complaint was lots for flies dead and alive but may have been time of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bucolic Britain

We had a wonderful experience at the house, which is in a beautiful part of Wiltshire and conveniently placed for leisurely walks. The house is charming and has all necessary facilities, and a grass tennis court, lovely manicured garden and a fascinating history.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Year stay

The Grange perfectly satisfied our requirement for a family break over the New Year holiday with it's cosy atmosphere, wonderful setting and full range of facilities provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Gillian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable stay in delightful surroundings

We loved the house, the beds were comfortable and all the seating areas were too. We had to call Howard to improve the heating, as some radiators were stone cold. He was a great help and very willing and amusing. After 2 visits the heating was finally sorted out. It would have been helpful to have known how the flush in the master bedroom worked! Also there were some light switches that we never found. Some explanatory notes in the book would help. Some of our family had allergic reactions to pets that must have been in the house. But overall we really appreciated the beauty of the house and the family loved the games area in the barn.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful for all ages

Our family ranges from age 4 to 71. Plus Prince the dog. And everyone was very happy. The weather was perfect so we took full advantage of the huge magnificent garden: playing croquet, football, hide and seek, tag, and 'the Devises Olympics', as well as eating all meals outdoors. A lovely home including a well equipped kitchen (we love cooking). Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Beautiful house and grounds

A group of 6 couples stayed here for my big birthday and it was perfect. Lots of games of table tennis, a game of tennis, barbeque and meals in the lovely dining room. Comfortable Lounge and bedrooms and plenty of hot water and powerful showers. We would definitely book the house again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Perfect!

We were 3 families -- 7 adults, 2 teenagers, and 5 children ages 4 and under. Sounds like a lot, but we all fit beautifully into this gorgeous house. We had a few days of summer-like weather and the children loved playing in the vast fairy-tale garden (there are two small ponds to the side of the house, so be aware) and the grownups enjoyed the seating area, as well as croquet, table tennis, and badminton. The inside of the house is lovely and homey -- extremely comfortable. We especially loved experimenting with using the Aga.
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10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

Splendid

We could not have found a better location for our golden wedding anniversary with our party of 5 adults and 5 children. The Grange is not only a splendid holiday rental but a truly well appointed family home, beautifully furnished throughout and every conceivable convenience. We appointed local Caradoc Catering to provide the food, excellent both in quality and quantity which left us free to explore Avebury Ring and museum, also the huge stair of locks on the Kennett Avon Canal. Mustn't forget the children who delighted in the warren of rooms in this historic building.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lynda M.

Father's Day & Birthday celebrations

8 Adults and 4 children and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay! It was a beautiful home with everything necessary for a good get together. The rooms were lovely and very tastefully decorated,retaining their homeliness. The kitchen was the hub as it opened onto a vast and beautiful garden which was well stocked with games for all.We did not want to leave. We all decided to make it an annual meeting place. The pub across the road was great to send the boys for a Father's Day drink,small and friendly. We will return. We highly recommend this property. Well done. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Beautiful, homely mansion. Perfect for our get together of a large group of old school friends

Homely, spacious, comfortable house with beautiful gardens and surrounding countryside.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Fantastic

The property and the setting were all we hoped for. The house is amazing, full of character and made for a fantastic stage for our family celebration. The weather was very kind to us which meant we could really enjoy the beautiful gardens. 5star weekend. Thank u
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

julia f.

Spacious lovely house

We have had the most perfect family get together at the Grange. The house is even lovelier than the website suggests, beautifully warm, comfortable and very well maintained. It is delightfully interesting in it's layout with different staircases and unexpected rooms in addition to the main rooms which are very spacious. We particularly loved the extensive and well stocked bookshelves and would loved to have stayed longer. We took a walk along the canal in Devizes and the surrounding countryside is very beautiful. Atalanta was very welcoming and we would have no hesitation in recommending this property for gatherings with friends and families.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Lucy C.

Large, comfy and dog-friendly too!

We were looking for a big dog-friendly house to celebrate a 50th birthday and wanted a convenient location between Bristol and London. The Grange was perfect! We all had a fantastic weekend. The six bedrooms were all big and comfortable with good quality beds, linen and warm duvets. The kitchen was very well stocked and big enough for 12 of us to eat breakfast in and the dining room had a lovely atmosphere for a special Saturday dinner. Although large, The Grange has a very 'cosy' feel. In spite of the cold weather, we also enjoyed using the garden, barn and ping-pong table. My only criticism would be that some of the rooms were a little on the cold side - thankfully we found some oil radiators to warm them up a bit! Thanks Atalanta for a lovely stay. I would definitely recommend your house for groups of family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Niki B.

Great House for group entertaining

This is a great house for a group of family and friends. It has ample (and some very large) bedrooms and great living spaces - plenty of room for a group of adults not to feel confined and a lovely garden which we made little use of in the middle of Winter but would be lovely in Summer. It is generously equipped and feels like a home from home. Atalanta was responsive and flexible in our dealings which made it easy for us. I would definitely go back, as would all of our party.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2016

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