Fishlock's Cottage
A simple cottage for two, in the heart of Avebury’s prehistoric ramparts and stone circles.
At a glance
- Guests
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Number of dogs welcome
- 2
- Reference
- 003020
- Acorn rating
About Fishlock's Cottage
Fishlock’s Cottage is like a child’s drawing of a house. It appears on a 1724 drawing of Avebury, so we know it’s been here since at least the early 18th century. It’s in a quiet spot on the edge of the village, with its own enclosed garden, yet still within the gigantic bank and ditch of Avebury henge.
Avebury is one of the wonders of the British Isles: the focal point of a vast ceremonial landscape of monuments, stones and trackways dating from the Neolithic (late Stone Age) and Bronze Age, now a World Heritage Site.
Set off from Fishlock’s garden gate in any direction and you’ll find yourself somewhere extraordinary. The mighty stones of Avebury’s circles are all around you. Not far away are enigmatic Silbury Hill (Europe’s largest man-made mound), West Kennet Long Barrow and the Ridgeway with its clusters of burial mounds. Turn left out of the gate, and the ancient track called Green Street will lead you all the way over the downs to Marlborough.
Further afield, the World Heritage city of Bath is just an hour’s drive away. Enjoy wandering around this stunning spa city with its award-winning restaurants and cosy cafes.
Features and facilities
- Wi-Fi, not available
- Garden, available
- EV charging, not available
- Fridge, available
- Freezer, not available
- Microwave, available
- Open fire / wood burner, not available
- Television, available
- DVD, available
- Washing machine, available
- Dishwasher, available
- Tumble dryer, available
- BBQ, not available
- Cot & high chair, available
Location
Accessibility
Not accessible. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.
Layout
Ground floor layout
Stable door leads into the sitting/dining room with fire effect heater and windows looking directly on to the henge and stones. Kitchen and separate utility room.
First floor layout
One double bedroom with 5' antique brass and iron bed. Lovely views from windows to the henge and Marlborough Downs. Bathroom with shower over bath.
More information
Access: The accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up-to-date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.
Heating: Electric heating.
Parking: Parking outside of the cottage on the byway or more formal parking can be provided by permit in the residents carpark.
Garden: Enclosed informal garden to front of cottage.
Utilities/Electricals: The washing machine and tumble dryer is a combined washer/dryer.
Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.
Offers: Cottage guests get free entry to Avebury Manor and Museum plus discounts in the National Trust shop and restaurant when they show their confirmation invoice.
Please note: During the celebration weekends of Summer Solstice and Winter Solstice the ancient stones are a tremendous focus for celebrations. The village becomes incredibly busy with an increased number of visitors. As the cottage is located within the stone circle these visitors will be in the vicinity of the cottage. Due to the nature of the Summer Solstice the celebrations will be ongoing throughout the weekend, 24 hours a day. Whilst very busy they are also a fabulous event to witness.
Please Note: There is no stairgate at this property.