AWARDS     
 
Moorlands are proud to announce the award presented by Journal Publishing 
Company, for cottage accommodation of the year. 
This award and article was written by Journal Publishing Company. 

Moorlands: Cottage Accommodation of The Year!

"MOORLANDS offer four attractive, luxurious cottages situated in a quiet location within the Wiltshire town of Melksham.

The cottages have been tastefully renovated from original stable buildings and now offer holiday accommodation of the highest standard.

The exceptional quality of the cottages coupled with the owners attention to detail and providing excellent service was this week recognised by the North Thames Gazette. We are delighted to announce that Moorlands is the winner of our prestigious Award of Excellence for Cottage Accommodation of the Year 2004!

The exceptional quality of the cottages coupled with the owners attention to detail and providing excellent service was this week recognised by the North Thames Gazette. We are delighted to announce that Moorlands is the winner of our prestigious Award of Excellence for Cottage Accommodation of the Year 2004!

On hearing news of the award, owner Jackie Moore said; We have put a lot of work into making the cottages special and it is lovely for our work to be recognised in this way. Making  guests stay special is important to me and as a result many have become friends. If they are celebrating a special occasion I will provide flowers and wine to make it special!

Sleeping between two to five people, the double-glazed cottages provide all the modern comforts you would expect from accommodation of this quality, while retaining the buildings original charm and character.  Heating, lighting and linen are all included in the price of the cottage.

Light and airy lounge / dining areas provide the perfect spot in which to relax and unwind. Kitchens are fully fitted with electric hob and oven, microwave and refrigerator, while a laundry room is available for use. There is an adjoining tourist information centre exclusively for the use of guests whilst in residence.

The single-storey cottages are particularly suited for guests who find walking and climbing stairs a problem. Wheelchairs are available during your stay free of cost.

A great deal of effort has been employed in ensuring that everything is provided for guests, including an information pack on local facilities and places of interest to visit.

The central location to Melksham ensures that guests are within easy reach of the towns shops, restaurants and amenities. However, if you wish to explore further a field, Moorlands provides an excellent touring base for the surrounding areas with many wonderful national trust sites on the door step.

There are many historic sites of interest nearby including Corsham Court, residence of the Methuen family since 1747, Bradford-on-Avons 7th  century Saxon church, Bowood House where Dr. Joseph Priestly discovered Oxygen and the stunning white horses carved into the chalk downs at Cherhill and Westbury.

The National Trust properties at Chalfield Manor and the Courts at Holt are well worth a visit, as is the beautiful Lacock Abbey, where you can also wander the museum commemorating the work of William Henry Fox Talbot, father of modern photography.

Of course, many visitors will be keen to take the short journey to nearby Bath, where you will find magnificent architecture, wonderful shopping, culture and of course the Roman Baths.

A little further a field, Salisbury Cathedral is a must for anyone taking a holiday here, while a trip to Wells Cathedral can be combined with a tour of the beautiful Cheddar Gorge and cave system.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find many activities to enjoy. There is excellent countryside walking on the doorstep, while the coastal footpaths of Somerset and Dorset are within easy reach. We also have the surrounding Kennet and Avon canal which has some lovely walks and cycle ways with some superb views on display. The sportier among us can also play golf, go fishing or try a little horse riding. And for the even more adventurous amoung you we can also provide excursions from half to full days 4x4 off roading.

Moorlands is a great base for a holiday at any time of the year. The lovely cottages have been awarded a 4* rating by the English Tourism Council and groups wishing to book several cottages for a special occasion can be catered for.

Around Christmas time, Moorlands provides a great base for a special shopping break. With Salisbury and Swindon on the doorstep, visitors can relax, enjoy great shopping and take in the wonderful Christmas light displays.

Moorlands excellent website has just been updated and offers much more information."

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