Gallops
West Berkshire
Gallops is a welcoming, five-bedroom cottage that is perfect for family get togethers and celebrations with friends, with views across the North Wessex Downs AONB.
Gallops is one of five barns at Ilsley Farm, and provides a truly luxury escape from the working week. Enjoy rural adventures along The Ridgeway, Britain’s oldest road, explore nearby Oxford and admire the views across the North Wessex Downs AONB from this stunning properties floor-to-ceiling windows.
With large open-plan living spaces, space for up to ten guests and an outdoor space that boasts a BBQ, pizza oven and seating to enjoy the view from, Gallops is prepared for any occasion, in any season. Look out for passing deer at sunset and even watch the racehorses on the nearby gallop track, all from your private slice of luxury.
Four bathrooms mean there’s plenty of space for privacy, making this an ideal property for a break with family and friends.
Book alongside Downs, Partridge, 1 and 2 Pheasant to accommodate up to 42 guests – ideal for big family events.
Amenities & Features
Specification
Ilsely Barns is a grouping of five cottages sleeping up to 44 people in total, it boasts a private meadow for hosting a larger gathering or even a wedding.
Ground floor.
Open plan living space: With beams and bi-fold doors leading to patio.
Living area: With wood burner.
Dining area.
Kitchen area: With breakfast bar, two ovens, induction hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and coffee machine.
Sitting area: with Smart TV.
Utility/boot room: With washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge and storage for coats and boots.
Bedroom 1: With super kingsize bed and en-suite with walk-in shower, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2: With kingsize bed and en-suite with walk-in shower, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 3: With kingsize bed.
Bedroom 4: With kingsize bed.
Bedroom 5: With zip and link kingsize bed (can be 2ft 6in twin beds on request).
Bathroom: With bath and heated towel rail (no toilet).
Shower room: With walk-in shower, toilet and heated towel rail.
Separate toilet.
2 high chairs available.
2 travel cots provided, bedding not included - guests to provide their own.
Outdoors: Seating, BBQ and pizza oven.
Floor plan — click to enlarge
Bedroom details
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 x Super King
Bedroom 2
1 x King
Bedroom 3
1 x King
Bedroom 4
1 x King
Bedroom 5
1 x Zip and Link
Local area and surroundings
Berkshire, famed for its connections with the Royal family, is full of character and hosts a wealth of charming towns, villages and countryside to explore, making this county the perfect antidote to escape the hustle and bustle of modern-day living.
The bustling market town of Newbury is within easy reach and is home to a plethora of traditional ale houses and thriving restaurants set along the glistening banks of the River Kennet.
The vibrant high street offers a good mix of well-known high street names, and local independent shops and is also home to the Corn Exchange arts centre, which provides a wide variety of entertainment and a cinema complex.
Other places of interest nearby include Newbury Racecourse, Highclere Castle, Donnington Castle, Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre and the prestigious Windsor Castle. Whatever your adventure, this wonderful collection of luxury accommodation will be waiting for you when you return from your day out exploring.
Kick off your boots, pour a glass of wine and relax in your Ilsley rural adventure.