Malmesbury is a quaint historic town in the southern tip of the Cotswolds. This market town has a High Street with several independent shops and a weekly market. It is most known as the home of the ancient Malmesbury Abbey, a 12th-century structure that still functions as a place of worship. Apart from the Abbey, visitors to Malmesbury can visit numerous historical landmarks and buildings, such as Market Cross, St. Paul’s Bell Tower, Tower House, Abbey House Gardens, and The Old Bell Hotel, which is one of the oldest hotels in England. The town also makes a great base for exploring the beautiful Cotswolds. On your visit, be sure to stay in one of these best Airbnb vacation rentals in Malmesbury, UK.
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1. Gorgeous period cottage (from USD 346)
Immerse yourself in Malmesbury’s historical past and stay in this gorgeous period cottage that has been beautifully restored and renovated to high specs. This Grade II-listed property is dog-friendly. Cook delicious meals in a contemporary light-drenched kitchen and relax in the wonderful bathroom. The two guest rooms are spacious and comfortable.
This property has complimentary WIFI, cable TV and a charcoal barbecue. Street parking is located nearby. It is within walking distance to the centre of town. This home is 15 minutes to Tetbury, a Cotswolds town with lots of antique shops, cafes, boutiques and pubs.
Top guest reviews
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lovely walks and friendly townfew nice touches from the owner though and we enjoyed the visit on the wholethoughtful touches from hosts and everything we could wantLocation:
a fantastic location in the heart of malmesburya fantastic stay in a great location within malmesburybeautiful home in a great location to explore the cotswoldsperfectly located within 5 min walk to abbey and high street yet peacefully tucked away and very quietit's a lovely property and the location is perfect for exploring the cotswoldsCleanliness:
beautifully clean well stockedexactly as it is in the pictures - immaculately clean and cosybeds were nice and comfy and the place was very cleangreat place very clean had everything we needed would go again for surestylishly and comfortably appointed v clean and deceptively spacious with an amazingly light kitchen extensionRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
check in was easy beds were comfy kitchen had everything we neededa lovely little cottage so cozy and well keptwe had a wonderful stay in the cottage it was comfortable and clean well located and quaint
2. Eclectic home in converted chapel (from USD 2390)
This eclectic home used to be a chapel in the centre of Malmesbury. Built in 1899, the structure had been remodelled and renovated to include 5 bedrooms and 5 full baths to fit up to 10 guests. Original features of the chapel, such as stained glass windows, oak pillars and parquet flooring, were retained. There is a large and well-equipped kitchen, as well as plenty of room for lounging and relaxing. There is also a small paved and fenced yard for outdoor living.
This property is dog-friendly, has complimentary WIFI and free street parking. It is within walking distance of all the charming shops, eateries and attractions in the centre of Malmesbury.
Top guest reviews
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victoria was a great hostvictoria was a wonderful host and incredibly quick and helpful with all queriesvictoria was a very helpful host flexible and accommodatingbeautifully presented and the host is super helpful - communicative and caringwe hired this beautiful house to host a family christmasLocation:
beautiful converted chapel in central malmesburya stunning house in a great locationthe house was in a great location and in easy walking distance from restaurants and shopsand right in the centre of malmesbury - easy access to shops restaurants and beautiful river walksreally fun interesting place to stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the snug with its tv was great for keeping the children entertainedwe all had our own bathrooms and each bedroom individual and creatively decorated
3. Mulberry Cottage (from USD 162)
This historic stone cottage is located in the heart of Malmesbury. There are two bedrooms for up to four guests in total, both located in the upper storeys of this home. The kitchen, lounge and dining area feature an open-concept layout. The kitchen is contemporary and well equipped with modern appliances. Complimentary WIFI and private parking for one vehicle are provided.
Mulberry Cottage is within easy walking distance of shops, historic attractions, pubs and restaurants in Malmesbury.
Top guest reviews
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fiona was a wonderful hostfiona is a great host made us feel so welcome with thoughtful touchesshe was helpful when we had questions about local medical care as our daughter was sickfiona is a great host and took care of all small things as wellfiona is a great host quick to respond to all communications and extremely helpfulLocation:
village is nice and very close to more towns in the cotswoldgreat place and in a wonderful locationthe location was perfect for us to visit the cotswolds villages and nearby bathlocation worked very well for us as wellvery well equipped and easy to walk to the townCleanliness:
a charming and surprisingly spacious and very comfortable cottage with very cosy bedsthe cottage was also perfectly clean and tidyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
clean and cozy with all the amenities you may needher cottage was so comfortable and convenient to walk around the town
4. Stan's Place Cottage (from USD 170)
Stan’s Place Cottage is a one-bedroom abode perfect for a couple. It has been beautifully renovated, and guests can look forward to clean lines and unfussy interiors. The open-concept kitchen and lounge make great use of space. The bedroom is located on the upper level and comes with a full en-suite bathroom that includes a spacious walk-in shower.
This property comes with complimentary WIFI. It is dog-friendly, and free street parking is available nearby. It is an easy walk to Malmesbury’s attractions in the middle of town.
Top guest reviews
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lindy was a great hostgreat host and lots of local tipsour stay was perfect and lindy was a great host who was readily available to help when questions aroselindy is an excellent host and i felt both very comfortable and looked aftergreat place host and locationLocation:
great location to explore the centre of malmesbury fromits location is perfect - just a couple of minutes walk from the charming town centre of malmesburythis is a very stylish converted 2 storeyworkshop in an ideal location in malmesburyif you're up for venturing out even further it's a good central location to some beautiful cotswold villagestips from lindy about places to eat and easy check inCleanliness:
clean and modern inside with warm homely vibethe place was very clean and comfortable and i would have no hesitation in recommending itthe cottage was clean and tidy with all the small bits you could want and needRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the bed is wonderfully comfortable as is the sofagreat value for money cozy warm cottage and the village itself is a little gemthe cottage has been very tastefully decorated very comfortable bed and lovely bathroomabsolutely lovely cottage beautifully decorated and very comfortableabsolutely stunning unit very modern and comfortable
5. Quaint cottage by Malmesbury Abbey
This historic space used to be part of a church’s office where business records were kept. Today, it is a self-catering cottage with two bedrooms and one bath, sleeping up to four guests. The open-concept kitchen, dining and lounge area is located on the ground floor. The two bedrooms and bathroom can be found on the upper level.
This property is literally steps to Abbey House and Gardens, Malmesbury Abbey, Malmesbury High Street, shops, cafes and pubs. Complimentary WIFI and on-site parking are provided.
Wiltshire, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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good communcation with hosts throughoutthe hosts communicate at every opportunity with all the details and help you could needjodie and glenn were lovely hosts who responded to all messages very promptlyjodie and glenn were fantastic hosts they are very thoughtful and helpfulwonderful hosts who keep in touch throughout for helpful tips and suggestions to aid your stayLocation:
incredible location and beautiful spacegreat walk around malmesbury and play park50 a day or park a good 20 mins walk to park in the outskirtsplus great shops all down the high street to wander aroundsuch a cute cottage in a fantastic locationCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablefantastic return stay here - perfectly situated and immaculately cleancottage was ery comfortable clean and well equippedthe cottage was clean and had everythingwe needed for our staycomfortable and clean with great facilities and a lovely touch with the milk tea bags and biscuitsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the wifi worked perfectly (which was very important to our teenager )a lovely cottage very comfortable in a central location for all amenities
6. Mini studio in centre of Malmesbury (from USD 78)
Perfect for a couple’s weekend getaway, this small studio guesthouse has its own private entrance and a lovely garden with outdoor seating. There is an outdoor barbecue, perfect for enjoying the beautiful patio. The interior is compact and comes with a well-equipped kitchenette and an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
This property is just a few steps to many attractions in the middle of Malmesbury. Complimentary on-site parking for one vehicle can be provided upon request.
Top guest reviews
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they were excellent hoststhe hosts were very helpful and pleasanttom and sally were great hosts cheerslovely friendly hosts very helpful and welcomingsally and tom were friendly and knowledgeable with lots of recommendationsLocation:
lovely location and cute property in malmesburygreat location and great valuegreat location for walks and the abbeygreat place to stay very close to historic town centregreat location for exploring the town local countryside and walking along the beautiful riverCleanliness:
lovely decor clean and so well equipped for a small placeabsolutely loved our stay here an adorable clean peaceful and bright roomperfect spot to explore malmesbury from clean comfortable and lovely hostslovely garden room neat tidy and cleanit's quaint private and immaculately clean and has a nice private bathroom and a kitchenetteRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
it was very comfortable private space that has everything you needdriftwood is small quirky comfortable peaceful and quiet - a perfect hideaway for a stay in malmesbury
7. The Shoe Box
Immerse yourself in tiny living in this old cottage. Split over three levels, The Shoe Box features a cosy open-concept kitchen and lounge area that can be converted into dining space. There are two bedrooms in the two upper levels, including a beautifully renovated bathroom with shower and bathtub combination.
This property has central heating and an allocated vehicle parking space. It is a short walk to the attractions, shops and eateries in town.
Wiltshire, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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hosts were very helpful in all communicationswe were in the area for a wedding the hosts responded quickly and check in was really easysome really thoughtful touches from the owners helped make it a truly lovely trip to malmesburyvery lovely place quick response from the host it was clean and very quiet area we recommend itLocation:
very cute little cottage and locationperfect location for exploring malmesburygreat location quiet and cosygood location for exploring malmesbury on footfantastic location very comfortable beds and handy parkingCleanliness:
comfy clean and everything you neededhouse very clean thank you for the lovely added touches such as food provisions/shower bitsperfectly clean with most of the basics which was really helpful for uslovely and quirky very clean and in a great locationkate's place was just what we expected - lovely and clean beautifully decorated and in a wonderful locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the beds were very comfy as wellthe beds were comfy with lovely fresh linens and nice pillowsthey left us some lovely little touches such as wine and biscuits plus some breakfast essentials
8. Shabby chic artist's cottage for two (from USD 110)
This Grade II-listed cottage is situated on a quiet street in Malmesbury. The interiors reflect the owner’s artistic flair and showcase her paintings around the home. This property is perfect for a couple. It has a well-equipped kitchen and a small backyard with seating.
Complimentary WIFI and on-site parking for one vehicle are provided. This vacation rental is within easy walking distance to the centre of Malmesbury.
Top guest reviews
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lucia was also a great hostshe was a very welcoming and helpful hostlucia was an excellent host and was easily contactable throughoutlucia is a friendly host very responsivelucia is a perfect hostLocation:
location is greatmalmesbury is a lovely historic market town everything is in walking distance from this location10min walk to shops and restaurants and great as only 15mins drive away from westonbrit arboretumvisited arboretum which is 10 minutes away and lots of other good walks and sights to seea lovely cosy place with lots of character right in the heart of malmesburyCleanliness:
everything was clean with fresh bedding and towels left outthe cottage is warm clean and cosythe cottage was very clean and full with atmosphereRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
generously stocked kitchen and bathroom comfortable bed good wifithe extra touches like wine and breakfast things were much appreciated
9. Unique stay in Abbey House Gardens
This unique accommodation is located in the immaculate Abbey House Gardens. Guests will stay in the Bridal Chamber, which is situated on the top floor of the property, with access to a small kitchen, dining area and bathroom. This rental can sleep up to eight guests in three bedrooms. Guests also have access to the beautiful sprawling gardens during their stay.
Complimentary WIFI and on-site parking are available. Dogs are welcome. The property is a quick walk to the shops, restaurants, pubs and attractions located in Malmesbury.
Malmesbury, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
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our hosts were kind accommodating and helpfulhosts were friendly and responsivebeautiful place and lovely hostour hosts were generous and the tour was great :)she is extremely warm and friendlyLocation:
the location is beautiful the gardens and the abbey are just steps from the front doorthe location was perfect for the town everything was litrelly on the door stepit was a very peaceful location in a small and charming townwonderfully interesting and inviting place to stay—you don’t want to miss this experiencegreat location and great hostsCleanliness:
the rooms were big clean and extremely niceperfect for stay very safe clean beautiful and good locationit was so neat learning the history of where we were stayingRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the apartment overlooking stunning manicured gardens is just exquisitea whole appartement for your own with nice breakfast includedthe fun of this lodging is the gardens and the setting—not necessarily the rooms themselvesoverall fantastic - a beautiful apartment with an authentic feelthe rooms were cosy and comfortable
10. Braxted Cottage (from USD 189)
This vacation rental is located in a restored and renovated Victorian coach house and stables. This Grade II-listed building is perfect for a small family as it can sleep up to four people. The lounge and kitchen area are located on split levels. The kitchen is well equipped for preparing meals. The guest rooms are cosy and come with en-suite bathrooms. Complimentary WIFI and a shared garden space with views of the River Avon are provided. Free on-site parking is available for one vehicle.
Malmesbury town centre, where Malmesbury Abbey and The Old Bell can be found, is a 10-minute walk from the property.
Top guest reviews
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lovey property with a great hostruth is a wonderful host and we loved the extra touchesrelaxing comfortable family friendly beautifully furnished - a real home from homegreat hosts for our employees very ideal only working around the cornerLocation:
easy to walk into towna lovely cottage set in a great location with great hostsplenty of good places for food in malmesbury either to eat in or take awayCleanliness:
lovely clean roomy space just as advertisedit was the nicest airbnb apartment that we ever had been too- perfectly clean and with excellent equipmentvery clean comfortable and relaxing place - a real homeno issues lovely space clean and tidy - a home from homeruth and dan were very welcoming (including cake ) and the accommodation was perfect and spotlessly cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
comfortable well equipped cottage in beautiful malmesburyruth's cottage is beautiful and had everything we needed it made our stay very comfortablebeyond expectations the cottage is lovely cozy and well locateda lovely cottage comfortable and well equipped with very friendly and helpful hostswe had a very comfortable stay and felt really treated
Make a trip to the charming and historic Malmesbury
Discover one of the oldest boroughs in England with this historic Cotswolds town. Explore ancient landmarks, stroll through charming streets and enjoy a unique experience in private homes when staying in one of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Malmesbury, UK.
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