The Old Chapel in Gillingham

"Loved every minute. Relaxing peaceful stay. Good Base for sight seeing. Visited Stonehenge and London. House very warm and spacious. Private parking. A lovely home. ....x"

Reviewed by Hazel M on 24/01/2017

"The Chapel emerges impressively from the surrounding countryside as you travel in from the main road, and once there the property is well thought out, well equipped and very peaceful, with a good space outside for the kids to run about in. The owners were friendly, helpful and we would love to come again for a longer break some time in the future!"

Reviewed by Mr Ash on 07/05/2016

"It was lovely to stay in a "different" type of accommodation. On arrival we had a warm welcome from the owners who live opposite the Chapel. The main room was bigger than we expected and always warm. The beds were very comfortable, the bathroom was also much bigger than expected and the towels provided were of good quality. It's in a lovely area with lots to see and do."

Reviewed by Mrs Bailey on 10/11/2015

"The Old Chapel was of a very high standard with very welcoming owners. It was situated in the beautiful countryside with easy access to all the nearby tourist attractions."

Reviewed by Mrs Danaher on 28/08/2015

"The location was excellent; very quiet and peaceful but also within easy reach of a supermarket and an excellent pub for food. It was also a good base for visiting lots of places in Dorset. The owners of the property made us very welcome and the property was a credit to them, with all the facilities you could want. The Old Chapel made our holiday one to always fondly remember. "

Reviewed by Miss Taylor on 23/06/2015

"The Old Chapel is such a delightful cottage. Can't wait to go back! I've been recommending it to all my friends! A practically perfect in every way cottage!"

Reviewed by Mrs Regan on 23/03/2015

"Location was really good. The owners were friendly, helpful and their pub recommendation was spot on. A very unusual property which was comfortable and warm. Everyone we met in the area was really friendly and it was a really nice place to visit."

Reviewed by Dr Mitchell on 22/02/2015

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Chapel! It was warm and cosy and we would go again. We loved the space and the uniqueness of the place as well as the countryside location."

Reviewed by Mr Pemberton on 06/01/2015

"Wow, what a beautiful, perfect place to stay. What an incredible warm welcome we recieved from the owners. They are so welcoming, friendly and helpful. The surroudings are beautiful. Believe me, It's a privilege to celebrate your holiday in the Chapel. We are looking forward because ....... "I'll Be back!!!!" It's maybe not the best English, but it's straight from my heart. Ad, Yentl and Brenda from Holland"

Reviewed by Brenda P on 01/12/2014

"This place was so wonderful, so peacefui and so cosy."

Reviewed by Mr Perdaems on 14/09/2014

"Owners extremely helpful and friendly with a delicious tea on our arrival. weather not too special but the Chapel was very cosy and comfortable, in fact, home from home!"

Reviewed by Linda G on 28/04/2014

"This is such an unusual property, built to an excellent standard. We felt relaxed as soon as we arrived. It is central to lots of tourist locations or you can just walk through the countryside, being surrounded by farmland, and eat at the local pub."

Reviewed by Mrs Worrell on 06/04/2014

"Beautiful little chapel, full of character and so peaceful. Just the place to get out of the city and re-charge your batteries! The owners are lovely. We were met by home made chocolate cookies and all things necessary for a nice hot cuppa. The owners are a real font of knowledge regarding places to see in the surrounding area and kept us well supplied with logs for the wood burner. My daughter and I had a fabulous long weekend. Wish we could have stayed longer!"

Reviewed by Mrs Gamlin on 11/02/2014

"We regularly visited this area when our children were young and wanting to return again, found this delightfully restored chapel just south of the a303. This main road can help you get about quickly, but is not close enough to spoil the peace and quiet. We were made very welcome by John and Jennie Wood to this spacious cottage, which is well equipped and very comfortable. Stourhead is a wonderful garden just north of the main road and for the 'lads' there is The Fleet air arm Museum just half an hour away. Check out the Carrier deck. For Dad, a visit to the extensive Haynes Motor Museum just up the road. Heading to Weymouth with children? On the right of that road is Maiden Castle, an amazing, terraced site of the fort there that it took the Romans to conquer. Our young sons never forgot fighting there, one a Brit, the other a Roman. Things like this bring history to life in young minds. There are so many places to visit in Wiltshire and Dorset, this lovely cottage is a perfect location. Helen and Stephen Wright"

Reviewed by Helen and Stephen Wright on 12/12/2013

"Beautiful and unusual property. Set in a quiet and relaxing area."

Reviewed by Mrs Wawick on 23/10/2013

"The Chapel had been rebuilt to a superb standard, and was in a very quiet and peaceful location. It was also a good base to see the surrounding area. The cottage had a wealth of information leaflets and books for first time visitors. "

Reviewed by Mrs Wright on 21/09/2013

"A lovely venue and the warm welcome and helpful attitude of the owners."

Reviewed by Mr Athern on 18/06/2013

"Unique property in quiet country retreat yet within easy distance of many places of interest. Made to feel very welcome."

Reviewed by Mr Yetman on 04/05/2013

"The Chapel is very cosy and comfortable. We love it, which is why this is the third year in a row that we have booked it to use as a Christmas shopping base! The owners are really friendly and very helpful and their cakes are good too!"

Reviewed by Mrs Bennett on 12/12/2012

"Quality restoration of this beautiful old building. Excellent quality fixtures and fittings. Very quiet, rural setting."

Reviewed by Mr Walker on 19/10/2012

"Distinctive property, very quiet location but within easy reach of the places we planned to visit. Warm welcome from the owners. An experience to be repeated some time in the future for sure."

Reviewed by Mr Briggs on 06/10/2012

"The owners were absolutely lovely, the kitchen divine. Upon arrival we were treated to home-made scones and jam. There were so many extra little touches making the holiday very special indeed."

Reviewed by Miss Fletcher on 05/09/2012

"A great location and wonderful owners."

Reviewed by Mr Phillpot on 01/08/2012

"The owners were very friendly and made us very much at home. The weather was mainly good and we were able to sit outside. The area has a lot to offer and we had family in the near vicinity."

Reviewed by Mr Laskey on 26/07/2012

"Ideal away from it all kind of holiday. The unique accommodation was beautifully presented. We particularly enjoyed the wood burning stove - something we had not come across before. Although there was a first class central heating system the wood burner made a lovely focal point. Altogether a first class holiday."

Reviewed by Mr Dyer on 15/03/2012

"An unusual property with high interest and novelty value. It was also very warm and comfortable with all that you could need. The location is idyllic being both quiet and rural yet within easy reach of villages and towns in Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset, including the coast which was a short drive away. The owners were extremely welcoming and even provided us with a home made cake on our arrival!"

Reviewed by Mrs Swarbrick on 19/02/2012

"The welcome by our hosts was excellent - they left tea, cakes & flowers. The property was handily positioned for touring Dorset, Wilts, Somerset & West Hampshire."

Reviewed by Mr Green on 07/11/2011

"This chapel has been restored with a lot of hardwork and love and with a outstanding finish, We loved the area, lots to do near by, monkey world, longleat, durdle door, Poole and Bath. Oweners lovely people chaple very clear a real home from home, only slight moan was the sofa bed"

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 01/10/2011

"We really enjoyed are stay in what is a lovely and very unusual rental property"

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 22/09/2011

"Quiet and secluded, however, not too far from tourist attractions."

Reviewed by Mr Wells on 29/08/2011

"Spacious property in a relaxing rural setting. I loved the main window above the door which let in lots a natural light. Quaint villages nearby with some nice pubs. Lovely location with rolling country side. Plenty of parking and we all felt safe and secure. "

Reviewed by Mr Pauli on 16/08/2011

"Friendly welcome from the owners. Property was clean - home from home!"

Reviewed by Mrs Shepherd on 02/08/2011

"The warm welcome we received and the spaciousness of the living space. The location of the property - hidden in the countryside but with easy access to visitor attractions."

Reviewed by Mrs Garrard on 17/07/2011

"It was home from home, very relaxing and close to all of what Dorset has to offer."

Reviewed by Mrs Ridsdale on 13/06/2011

"A very special, wonderful place. Living in a chapel is unique."

Reviewed by Mrs Jacoby on 11/05/2011

"We spent a week in this delightfully Chapel conversion, which is in a good area for visiting many interesting places."

Reviewed by Peter D on 07/11/2010

"We really had a great time. The property looks modest from the outside but the attention to detail inside was exceptional. The owners did their utmost to ensure that our stay was enjoyable and stress-free. I would strongly recommend this property to anyone who wants a get away holiday. We were also prepared to travel further afield to the Dorset coast, Stonehenge and the Fleet air arm Museum. Good food in local pubs."

Reviewed by Chris and Rhona on 07/11/2010

"Warm friendly welcome, lovely quiet location, within easy distance of many varied and interesting places."

Reviewed by Mr Dawson on 27/09/2010

"The property was lovely. Welcoming scones and jam were a real treat. The TV could do with updating, but a minor point. The bedroom has twin beds and the bathroom is downstairs, something to bear in mind if it will bother you! Overall a very pleasant stay in a novel property."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 14/09/2010

"Interesting, unusual property in a great location for touring. Owners very keen to ensure that our stay was enjoyable, yet they were not at all intrusive."

Reviewed by Mr Walters on 17/08/2010

"The Old Chapel was absolutely lovely. Really unique and special, with elements of tradition with all the right touches of mod cons. While the weather wasn't, this was a beautiful and comfortable place to moan about it from!"

Reviewed by Mr Sinckler on 16/08/2010

"Perfect location for our visit to Dorset. A very warm welcome from the owners. A unique and interesting building which surpassed our needs, that had been renovated and maintained to a very high standard - a credit to the owners."

Reviewed by Mr McCormick on 10/08/2010

"Lovely welcome by the owner. Fantastic location. Secluded and quiet, but very easy access to main road and therefore surrounding area."

Reviewed by Mrs Freeland on 12/07/2010

"A beautiful, unique property. Take the 'B' roads to discover the local scenery - lovely! Sunday carvery at the 'Walnut Tree Inn' in Mere is a must - scrumptious. "

Reviewed by Mrs Playfoot on 01/07/2010

"Exactly as the photos show on Sykes website, it is a spacious, well furnished cottage for two. Less than a year since it was completely rebuilt, it forms a good base for walkers, visits to one of the best landscape gardens in England and close to Shaftesbury and Salisbury. Owners very friendly, live across road and take pride in their unique property. Highly recommended for a quiet week."

Reviewed by Brian and Di Horton on 10/06/2010

"Totally unique building, The Old Chapel was rebuilt by the owners who live opposite. They have lavished money and care to re-create The Chapel as a unique holiday 'cottage'. Good base for walking, Stourhead, Shaftesbury and Salisbury. Liked it so much we spent some days looking for houses around there."

Reviewed by Mr Horton on 19/04/2010

"Chapel itself was a fantastic building. Nice quiet location. Good food at the local pubs. Gillingham just a short drive away, that has plenty of shops."

Reviewed by Mr Khan on 08/04/2010

"It was a very nicely finished building, with everything you would need for a relaxing break, the location was very secluded and quiet."

Reviewed by Mr Chapman on 30/03/2010

"The property is very comfortable with plenty to see and do within easy reach. "

Reviewed by Mrs Dean on 25/03/2010

"We were very delighted with this property and the careful attention to detail in making it very user friendly. The owners were very helpful, welcoming and considerate and we were so please with the privacy and quiet of the position of the house. It was also very delightfully easy to access from London and the return trip only took us two hours. Such a wonderful contrast between rural Dorset and the bustle and fumes of London"

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 19/12/2009

"My holiday was very last minute (the day before I went) and staff at Sykes were very helpful. I described what I was looking for and hey presto, it was exactly right! The Old Chapel was awesome - a real 'wow' moment when I went in, which stayed with me all week. The owners were great. I loved the location - right on the border of three counties, so lots to explore. I loved being on a farm, having cows as my neighbours - quite a change from the city life I lead!"

Reviewed by Mrs Harcourt on 03/11/2009

"Owners were very welcoming and helpful. This property is a lovely comfortable cottage in a quiet location. Great area for walking and many beautiful and interesting places to visit."

Reviewed by Mrs France on 18/10/2009

"Very quiet and peaceful, very warm welcome. Wonderful area to tour."

Reviewed by Mr Pool on 07/10/2009

"Excellent for peace and quiet. Very comfortable cottage and good pubs were not too far away. "

Reviewed by Mr McKinlay on 08/09/2009

"Very nice property with plenty of see and do within a very short distance."

Reviewed by Mrs Bosworth on 02/08/2009