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Hidden Well, Aust

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Hidden Well is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in South Gloucestershire, just outside the village of Alveston. Original exposed beams frame the vaulted ceilings whilst thick stone walls and traditional barn features create an authentic country retreat. The private hot tub sits in the enclosed garden, perfect for starlit soaks after exploring the Cotswolds.

The barn sits in peaceful countryside with views across open fields. You're surrounded by rolling farmland and woodland walks, yet close enough to Bristol and Bath for day trips.

Inside, three bedrooms sleep six guests comfortably. The main bedroom has an en-suite, plus there's a family bathroom.

About Hidden Well

Hidden Well is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in South Gloucestershire, just outside the village of Alveston. Original exposed beams frame the vaulted ceilings whilst thick stone walls and traditional barn features create an authentic country retreat. The private hot tub sits in the enclosed garden, perfect for starlit soaks after exploring the Cotswolds.

The barn sits in peaceful countryside with views across open fields. You're surrounded by rolling farmland and woodland walks, yet close enough to Bristol and Bath for day trips.

Inside, three bedrooms sleep six guests comfortably. The main bedroom has an en-suite, plus there's a family bathroom. The open-plan living space features the original barn doors and a well-equipped kitchen. Large windows flood the rooms with natural light.

Thornbury Castle (3 miles, 8 minutes) offers historic gardens to explore. The Cotswold Way starts at Chipping Sodbury (4 miles, 10 minutes). Bristol's harbourside attractions are 12 miles away (25 minutes), whilst Bath's Roman Baths sit 20 miles distant (35 minutes).

Hidden Well suits families and groups wanting genuine barn character with modern comfort. Book this South Gloucestershire retreat for countryside calm and easy access to two historic cities.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Hidden Well

Original Stone Walls

Thick stone walls and authentic barn features create a genuine country retreat atmosphere throughout the conversion.

Private Hot Tub

The enclosed garden hot tub provides the perfect spot for relaxing under the stars after countryside walks.

Exposed Beams

Original timber beams and vaulted ceilings showcase the barn's agricultural heritage in every room.

Peaceful Rural Setting

Surrounded by open fields and farmland, yet within easy reach of Bristol and Bath for day trips.

Open-Plan Living

Spacious living area with original barn doors and large windows flooding the space with natural light.

Cotswolds Location

Perfect base for exploring the Cotswold Way and surrounding countryside whilst staying in South Gloucestershire.

Getting To Hidden Well

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Hidden Well by car, take the M5 to Junction 14 and follow signs towards Thornbury on the A38. The barn sits just outside Alveston with convenient off-road parking available upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, Bristol Parkway station is the nearest mainline stop, approximately 8 miles away. From there, a taxi will bring you to your South Gloucestershire barn retreat.

Off-road parking available
Bristol Parkway station (8 miles)
Easily accessible from M5 Junction 14

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Thornbury Castle
Distance: 3 miles
BS35 1HH
Bristol Harbourside
Distance: 12 miles
BS1 6XE
Roman Baths Bath
Distance: 20 miles
BA1 1LZ
Cotswold Way Chipping Sodbury
Distance: 4 miles
BS37 6AB
Oldbury Court Estate
Distance: 9 miles
BS16 2JJ
Blaise Castle Estate
Distance: 10 miles
BS10 7QS
Thornbury High Street
Distance: 3 miles
BS35 2AA
Cribbs Causeway
Distance: 8 miles
BS34 5DG
Bristol City Centre
Distance: 12 miles
BS1 3BX
Bristol Parkway Station
Distance: 8 miles
BS34 8TQ
Thornbury Golf Centre
Distance: 2 miles
BS35 3XL
Aztec West Business Park
Distance: 6 miles
BS32 4TD
Thornbury Castle
Distance: 3 miles
BS35 1HH
Bristol Harbourside
Distance: 12 miles
BS1 6XE
Roman Baths Bath
Distance: 20 miles
BA1 1LZ
Cotswold Way Chipping Sodbury
Distance: 4 miles
BS37 6AB
Oldbury Court Estate
Distance: 9 miles
BS16 2JJ
Blaise Castle Estate
Distance: 10 miles
BS10 7QS
Thornbury High Street
Distance: 3 miles
BS35 2AA
Cribbs Causeway
Distance: 8 miles
BS34 5DG
Bristol City Centre
Distance: 12 miles
BS1 3BX
Bristol Parkway Station
Distance: 8 miles
BS34 8TQ
Thornbury Golf Centre
Distance: 2 miles
BS35 3XL
Aztec West Business Park
Distance: 6 miles
BS32 4TD

Is Hidden Well Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Children will love the enclosed garden at Hidden Well with plenty of space to play safely. The surrounding fields and countryside provide opportunities for exploring nature and spotting wildlife. The barn's location near Thornbury Castle offers family-friendly days out, whilst Bristol's attractions sit just 25 minutes away. The open-plan living space gives families room to relax together after busy days exploring South Gloucestershire.
Groups Will Love...
The exposed timber beams and vaulted ceilings at Hidden Well showcase the barn's original agricultural character throughout the conversion. These authentic features frame the living spaces whilst thick stone walls provide natural insulation and atmosphere. The original barn doors remain in place, creating a striking focal point in the open-plan area. Large windows work alongside the high ceilings to flood the space with natural light whilst maintaining the building's historic integrity.
Pet Friendly
The property details don't confirm whether Hidden Well welcomes pets, so contact the owners directly before booking with dogs. The rural South Gloucestershire setting and enclosed garden would suit four-legged guests perfectly. Surrounding fields and woodland walks provide excellent exercise opportunities right from the barn door. The Cotswold Way nearby offers longer walks for active dogs and their owners to enjoy together during your stay.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Hidden Well

The Swan Thornbury

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BS35 2BB

The White Hart Olveston

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BS35 4DR

Ronnie's of Thornbury

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BS35 2AE

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Hidden Well

Is Hidden Well pet friendly?
The property details don't specify pet policies, so you'll need to check directly with the owners before booking. Many barn conversions welcome dogs given the rural setting and outdoor space available.
What original barn features does Hidden Well have?
The conversion retains exposed timber beams throughout and thick stone walls that showcase its agricultural past. Vaulted ceilings and the original barn doors add to the authentic character of this South Gloucestershire retreat.
How many guests can stay at Hidden Well?
The barn sleeps six guests across three bedrooms with one en-suite and a family bathroom. The open-plan living space comfortably accommodates groups and families wanting countryside accommodation.
What is the outdoor space like?
Hidden Well has an enclosed garden with a private hot tub and views across open fields. The rural setting provides peaceful countryside surroundings with farmland and woodland walks right on the doorstep.
How far is Hidden Well from Bristol?
Bristol's harbourside sits 12 miles away, roughly a 25-minute drive from the barn. This makes Hidden Well perfect for exploring the city whilst returning to peaceful countryside each evening.
Can you walk from the barn?
The barn sits in rural South Gloucestershire with fields and woodland surrounding the property. The Cotswold Way starts at Chipping Sodbury just 4 miles away, offering excellent walking opportunities.
What's the nearest village to Hidden Well?
Alveston village sits close to the barn conversion in South Gloucestershire. Thornbury is 3 miles away with its historic castle and gardens, plus local shops and country pubs.
Is there parking at the barn?
The property provides off-road parking for guests staying at Hidden Well. The barn is easily accessible from main roads whilst maintaining its peaceful rural position.

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Hidden Well Reviews

Toraya
Beautiful property, super clean and fully equipped with everything you need for a getaway! Lovely quiet location with lots of parking space. Would absolutely stay here again.
This was a magical stay we would definitely repeat. The house was beautiful. The owners were lovely. We had the best time.
Danielle
We stayed at hidden well as two families over new year. Everything was perfect and met our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed stay. Would definitely recommend and hope to return in the future!
Hi this property was amazing such a beautiful elegant house with many amenities. The choice of decoration was amazing had to take inspo pictures! The heating floor was abit annoying as got too hot. It just lacks an iron but everything you could think of the house has. The beds were very comfy and a lovely weekend for a family to enjoy They even came in and cleaned our hot tub for us
Neelham
It's such a beautiful big house, very spacious, well maintained and clean. There were 7 of us residing together and we all loved that each bedroom had It's own bathroom. The kitchen space is very big, perfect to cook a feast. The hot tub was very nice, clean with great features and lights, my kids enjoyed that very much.
Absolutely super accommodation. Incredibly comfortable and beautifully put together. The huge open plan living area was perfect for enjoying time together, bedrooms had high spec ensuites and there was everything you needed for a peaceful, relaxing break.
Hidden Well at Bilsham Farm, Bristol, is a truly amazing property. It's the perfect place for a relaxing and luxurious getaway. The property is finished to an impeccable standard, with an en suite in every room, which is a fantastic feature. The amenities are excellent, and there's a huge amount to do both at the property and in the surrounding area. The hot tub is a definite highlight, and the location is ideal for exploring Bristol, the countryside.
Kamran
Amazing place 10010 recommended for a group nice and peaceful
Nishat
The property was great and my family enjoyed their stay. One piece of feedback is that the electric cooker did not work, we were not able to turn it on which was a shame as we brought food with us.
Samantha
Stayed with my sister, friend and our children. We had the greatest time, the house was clean and kept well. Jacuzzi was the highlight, very relaxing. Asda store was a short drive. Planning to stay again. Thank you
Excellent property, had everything that we needed. Will be booking again!
Stacey
Lovely house. Will stay again
I would like to preface this review by explaining that we are seasoned hot tub weekenders. We always choose a property with a hot tub being a main feature of our stay and have booked weekends like this for over 15 years. Sadly, this property failed to provide a working hot tub for one whole day of our weekend, with very poor contact from the owners about our concerns, customer service is not a focus at this property. This property could be a five star review with comfortable living spaces and spacious luxury bedrooms and bathrooms. Sadly it lacked in some areas that unfortunately did affect our weekend stay. With some tweaks and attention to customer service this would have resulted in different feedback. We would not return to this property but wish the owners the very best and hope that they take this feedback into consideration.
What a wonderful place and we are already looking to book again for next year. We loved the place so much. only thing we found strange was there were no front door keys, only a back door key left in the key box. however this did not stop us enjoying ourselves. and access from the rear door or the patio doors gave us access to the front of the property. Farmer was very pleasant and we would just like to say thank you for providing such a wonderful stay
Rajvinder
Excellent property to stay in for a break would recommend highly
Danielle
Hidden Well is an absolutely beautiful property. Finished to a very high standard with everything you could possibly need. Bedrooms are huge and bedsbedding extremely comfortable. Loved the social Kitchendinerliving area and it was so great to have the hot tub under cover and sheltered for a November break. Loved waking up to the cows Can't wait to return!
Christina
Hidden well was absolutely perfect just like the photos and even better than expected! Incredibly spacious, fantastic facilities we were amazed at everything that was provided. It was perfect and I genuinely wouldnt hesitate to go back if I could in the future. The only very small issue we had was communication with the host wasnt great even after booking and before we left, so if you have any queries this might be difficult. Otherwise, perfect.
Jacqueline
The perfect find for two couples meeting from the north and southwest of England. Very spacious and comfortable with everything we needed to relax and enjoy ourselves. The hot tub and bbq made the staycation even more memorable for us all. Would definitely recommend to others.
Hi, Hidden Well was really amazing, very clean,spacious,up to date and looked after. it was a real pleasure coming. we would love to have another opportunity to come back.
Really nice place with everything you need and Plenty of space. Lovely quiet spot but not too far away from civilization. Only slight thing is the WiFi. If you've got a couple of kids on phones or watching TV at the same time then things can get a bit buffery Overall great place
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