Gilboa Barn | Customer Reviews

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Janet M

19-03-2020

A family reunion to celebrate my husband’s 80th birthday. Gilboa Barn is a wonderful place to stay. It is a beautiful house, well presented and extremely comfortable. There was plenty to keep the children occupied and that resulted in happy adults! Fiona was very friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We could not have chosen a better place for our family celebration and I would have no hesitation in recommending it. ... Janet M

Antony

03-02-2020

We booked Gilboa barn for a weekend to celebrate a friend getting married. It's an absolutely perfect place for a group to spend some quality time together. The house was clean, tidy and the owner, Fiona, was so helpful. Her housekeeper (who's name escapes me) was also very welcoming and showed us around. I'd highly recommend booking! ... Antony

Lorna

03-02-2020

We had an amazing stay here in October. Thirteen of us to celebrate two family members 18ths. The younger ones loved what a maze the house is. The dining table is perfect for a family party being large and almost square so conversation isn't restricted to those in either side of you. The house is very well equipped and we weren't missing anything even though we did a huge amount of cooking and baking. The grounds were lovely although we couldn't use them overly because it rained for most of the weekend but there was enough to do inside and enough space that we weren't getting in each others way. All in all just a fabulous weekend. Thank you. ..... Lorna

James

06-12-2019

Blown Away
We stayed at Gilboa Barn in early December for my partner's surprise birthday shindig.....I'm absolutely blown away with what we got! The property quite simply has everything you could possibly need for a weekend away, whether it be a break with friends, family, adults only or children included! The space works so well with a super cosy lounge, well configured dinning hall and a beautiful kitchen at its heart. Fiona (the host) was incredibly helpful in terms of making recommendations RE local amenities (we had a super meal at The Potting Shed in nearby Crudwell on her suggestion) and her artwork (which hangs throughout the house) is incredible.....really brings the property to life! I'd describe the this place as being cozy, quirky and fully equipped for all wants / needs. I think we will return one day!

Louise

04-11-2019

Dear Fiona,
We just wanted to write and tell you how much we enjoyed our recent stay in Gilboa Barn. The barn is gorgeous and has every amenity you could wish for with a generous sprinkling of a few extra, perfect for our large family gathering of 14. It caters superbly for adults with amenities such as the hot tub and the roll-top bath in a bedroom, a dining table that all 14 of us could comfortably sit around, and a fabulous kitchen that we just had to cook a Sunday roast in in the amazing, huge Aga! Similarly, our children loved the football nets and the endless quirky nooks and crannies for the best ever game of hide and seek!
We had a fantastic time, there was really nothing to fault whatsoever.
Your recommendation of Tamsin for our catered Birthday Dinner party was spot on, she was so lovely and sweet and the food was heavenly.
All the best, ... Louise.

Jane R

14-10-2019

This was a wonderful family party.
Gilboa has gone down in family history as the perfect weekend. We had a beautiful house, thoughtfully stocked with everything from bread to champagne, gorgeous fresh flowers, butter and tea and coffee, and bathroom stuff.
Lots of books and games (did we wear out the table football?) and loads of comfy sofas. Outside we had a huge trampoline, bicycles for all, and the luxurious hot tub. Thank you for the happy and worry-free organisation, the cheerful and efficient daily cleaning, and the lasting memories. We will be back! .... Jane.

Anna C

04-09-2019

I can't recommend Gilboa Barn highly enough! The house is absolutely stunning, and has everything you could possibly need for a weekend away. I booked the house for my friend's hen do, and we had rave reviews from all the girls! The stylish decor, the amenities and all the thoughtful touches (toiletries in the bathrooms and champagne on ice on arrival!) really made it a fabulous weekend. Fiona is an outstanding host - she was accommodating, excellent at communicating from the offset, and always willing to lend a hand in the lead up to the hen do. She even accepted our food delivery and unpacked everything when we were running late! All round fabulous stay - would highly recommend to anyone. 5* plus!! We're already planning to come back again soon! Thanks again Fiona for everything xxx

Michael

23-08-2019

Absolutely beautiful barn
I took my wife and her family for her 30th birthday and we could not have had a better time! Lots to do and massive grounds make it ideal for the little ones. Would 100% go back. Fiona made everything very easy for us and was a pleasure to deal with. Thanks again. Michael

Catherine M

29-04-2019

This is a beautiful house
There were eleven of us staying, and we were all utterly charmed by the interior layout as well as the colourful and comfortable furnishings. The children adored the balconies and corridors - it was magical for them. What a weekend! And although a gale blew outside for the first 24 hours, we were lovely and warm inside. When we did venture out we could appreciate the rural setting and everyone went on either a walk or a run through the beautiful blossoming fields. All the younger generations (i.e., below 55!!) made full use of the hot tub, despite the wild weather! And the caterers (Tamsin et al) recommended for our Saturday night birthday celebrations were excellent. It was a truly memorable break. I can't recommend the Barn highly enough.

Madeleine

08-04-2019

Fabulous Stay
I recently booked 2 nights at Gilboa Barn for my sisters hen do. We had an incredible weekend at the Barn which was breathtakingly beautiful inside and out. The kitchen and rooms were kitted out with everything you could possibly need for a weekend away in the country. Fiona was a pleasure to deal with and gave us a fab tour of the house on arrival which made finding things so much easier. Also, an added bonus of being somewhere so rural was the fact that we could play loud music until the early hours and there were no restrictions. The hot tub was delightful and the Barn is very well maintained in terms of decor and equipment. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay Fiona, I would highly recommend booking a stay and I will probably be coming back myself!

Tanya

23-03-2019

Birthday at Gilboa Barn
I recently celebrated my 30th Birthday at Gilboa Barn with family & friends. It was the perfect location & I’m so glad I chose to stay here. Fiona was such a great host & the barn is absolutely stunning. I would highly recommend to anyone thinking of staying!

Sarah J

28-01-2019

Amazing property - the perfect getaway in the countryside
We stayed at Gilboa Barn for a reunion weekend as a party of 11 plus 4 dogs. We met Fiona on arrival who gave us a brilliant tour and guidance on everything we needed to know. A really great touch was that we'd had our food shopping delivered the previous day and everything had been unpacked and put away for us - such amazing service. The Barn itself is beautifully decorated throughout, spotlessly clean and everything has been thought of - from dog beds to robes and separate towels for the hot tub! All bedrooms were spacious with comfy beds and heating. The kitchen was well-stocked with adequate utensils, crockery and pots and pans. If you are looking for somewhere that can accommodate a decent sized group of friends or family in beautiful surroundings and in a place that feels like home from the minute you arrive - Gilboa Barn is for you. We would wholeheartedly recommend and will definitely return. Thank you Fiona and your team. We ate at the local pub in Brokenborough (The Horse Guards) on the Sunday lunchtime and had a beautiful roast (meat and veggie) - again would unhesitatingly return.

Kerrie R

13-01-2019

Awesome House
We stayed here 28th December to 1st January and couldn't have asked for a better house to see in the New Year together. The house is just awesome, very comfortable, stylish, spacious and clean. We had 6 children in our group whom we hardly saw as they were so entertained with table tennis, trampoline and a pool table, it was bliss, if the kids are happy, the parents are happy! Due to great weather we even managed a dip in the hot tub which was heavenly. I would highly recommend this house, Fiona is a great host, and has great attention to detail, there was nothing that she hadn't thought of to make our stay extra special. Beautiful house, beautiful surroundings.

Rosie Smith

25-12-2018

Christmas Review
We had a wonderful time. Gilboa barn was so warm and comfortable and we were able to relax completely..Our ages ranged from 13 -79 but there were games and extras which suited everyone. The hot tub was bliss and as we had no rain we were able to use the other outdoor facilities like table tennis and football for the boys. We also appreciated the keyboard and guitars although the boys had brought their own instruments so we had quite a band !! The beds were so comfortable and much appreciated by all. Fiona had tastefully decorated the rooms and Christmas tree which gave it all the wow factor!

I had kept the venue secret so it was such a wonderful surprise for them all. The lovely well equipped kitchen was, as in all good homes , the focal point, and the variety of Christmas pyjamas at breakfast time was amazing. Great to have an Aga too. Tamsin Lapage came in one evening and cooked us a superb meal which we all enjoyed. All in all it was a most successful time and I received some lovely thank you letters from the younger members of the group....praise indeed! So a big thank you to Fiona and her team . Happy New Year to you all. Rosie Smith

Martin de F

25-11-2018

We had a perfect stay at Gilboa Barn
The house is very nicely decorated and fully equipped. There is an amazing kitchen allowing to cook large meals. The perfect country retreat! We will be back!

Clare

28-10-2018

Highly recommend. Great for 12+. Very well-appointed. Kitchen very well-equipped. Loved it.
This is a beautiful home in a beautiful setting. Immaculately clean, well equipped kitchen, plenty of crockery, plates, wine & champagne glasses for large groups, plenty of hot water, good heating, stylish furnishings, thoughtful provisions provided by Fiona, the lovely host... highly recommend Gilboa Barn. We were a party of 12 aged 7-80!! And we all loved it!! Hot tub, table football, small pool table, outside space for football & rugby, trampoline... book it now.

Trevor & Dee

21-10-2018

Perfect accommodation for a family gathering
14 of us ranging from 9 to, let’s just say, "over 50" stayed for a long week and we couldn’t have improved on anything from first to last. Fiona was friendly and helpful throughout the booking process: taking care of everything from the directions to ensuring the food delivery scheduled the day before our arrival was put away.

The property itself was lovely. Immaculate decor with plenty of space to spread out, but also communal rooms large enough to cope with everyone spending time together. It’s clear a lot of thought has gone into a number of little touches: robes in the rooms, big fluffy towels for the hot tub and a comprehensively equipped kitchen all added to the enjoyment of our stay.

The location is great, too. Off the beaten track and yet within walking distance of at least one welcoming pub and only a few minutes away from Malmesbury and Tetbury, both of which are well worth a few hours of mooching.

All told a marvelous place to stay for a large group.
Trevor & Dee

Jennie

12-10-2018

Incredible barn and amazing and helpful host!
What an absolutely fantastic barn, absolutely beautiful surroundings, and just amazing attention to detail! Fiona, the Host has thought of absolutely everything, from towels dedicated to the hot tub, tea and coffee, robes, complimentary champagne, plastic glasses for outside... there was everything you could wish for. Plenty of bedrooms, so much space, loads of bathrooms and even more toilets. Clean, tidy, luxurious furnishings. Fiona and her team even put away with Sainsbury's shop that I had delivered the day before! Fiona was just a delight to deal with, so nice and friendly and always replied to messages quickly!! I had an amazing hen weekend with 14 of us in total. We used the hot tub (a lot!), had a lazer clay pigeon shooting company come and set up in the grounds, and had a little party on the Saturday evening. It was relaxing and fun and everything I could have wanted. Also some great pubs in the surrounding villages and easy to get taxis there. We went to Malmesbury for lunch on the Saturday's, to the Smoking Dog, which was fab! Thank you for the incredible barn and making it easy and fun to book and everything else!! Jennie xx

Simeon H

05-10-2018

AbFab weekend stay for a family wedding.
Without doubt Gilboa Barn is the most fabulous place to stay. We used it as a family HQ for our son's wedding. Gilboa's owner has thought of everything beautifully comfortable furnishings, well equipped kitchen, everything you could possibly want and more. We used all 14 spaces and had another 6 for dinner and there was still plenty of space. Even quiet areas for anxious best men and the groom to perfect their speeches. Our only regrets were that the weather was lousy and we didn't have the opportunity to use the hot tub...1st world problem! Fiona is the most welcoming host and is highly efficient when it comes to communication. The detailed description on the website is very accurate ..all the facilities were exactly as stated and once confirmed the very precise directions on how to find it left nothing to chance. All the family raved about how comfortable and spacious the place is and how it's the perfect venue for such a gathering. A real home from home. If you are reading this and wondering if you should book it....STOP wondering...Look no further...Just book it before someone else does. You won't regret it.

Steve H

27-09-2018

Great stay
Fabulous place for a large group of friends or family to spend a relaxing weekend with also plenty to do if you fancy it.