Holiday houses in Thatcham

Idyllic retreat in rural West Berkshire village

Come and unwind in this quiet rural retreat, in the valley of the River Pang, in West Berkshire, which is in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Very quiet and peaceful location - the only thing you will hear at night is the owls hooting! Miles of beautiful walks are on the doorstep, and we are also short drive from the Ridgeway. Excellent transport links to London/Heathrow airport, and close to the M4/A34 interchange. A warm welcome awaits you! (Adults only please)

Value · Location · Comfort

Beautifully renovated cottage - Prince's Forge

Prince's Forge is a newly converted cottage with its own private parking and courtyard garden, located on the edge of the downland village of Peasemore. It is situated on a quiet country lane, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), and has views across the neighbouring fields. It is within easy reach of the A34 and M4, and the local market towns of Newbury, Wantage and Hungerford. The nearest pub for good food and a drink is a short walk away and the local farm shop is close by.

Value · Family · Breakfast

Manstone Cottage, Yattendon

Situated just outside the picturesque village of Yattendon, Manstone Cottage is surrounded by beautiful views of rolling country side. Spacious and elegantly furnished, with private parking the cottage is the ideal get away for couples, families or small groups. Within walking distance of the village with it's fantastic pub, shop, cafe, brewery and beauty salon you won't have much need to go far but it's also well situated for access to Newbury, Hungerford, Goring, Pangbourne and Henley.

Family · Value · Wi-Fi

The Old Dairy at Heads Hill Farm

Set on a former dairy farm, on the Berkshire/Hampshire border, The Old Dairy is a recently converted ground floor studio flat finished to a superb standard. With views towards Watership Down, located off a quiet country lane leading directly into the Greenham Common nature reserve; it offers a very restful, rural retreat. Ideal for cyclists, hikers and nature-lovers, red kite circle overhead, deer wander through, so much nature to enjoy. Close to Highclere Castle, Newbury Racecourse.

Family · Location · Biking

Nature, Comfort & Space | Perfect Retreat

Nestled in the tranquil Berkshire countryside, our beautiful cedar-clad alpine lodge offers a peaceful escape surrounded by nature. Enjoy a bright open-plan living area, fully equipped kitchen, cosy lounge, and dining space, perfect for relaxing with family and friends. We want our lovely cabin to feel like your home away from home, so please make yourselves comfortable and treat it with the same care as you would your own home. Create memories you'll treasure long after your stay.

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Lovely self-contained annex with outdoor space

A lovely self-contained annex furnished to a high standard in a quiet rural location on the Berkshire/Hampshire border, close to Newbury and Oxford and walking distance to Highclere Castle (Downton Abbey). Fenced secluded garden area with seating and BBQ for outdoor dining. The Annex is completely separate from our house with its own entrance and there's an allocated parking space for one car. Well behaved dogs are always welcome and there are some lovely walks on our doorstep.

Value · Location · Indoor spaces

The Pigsty

Escape to a tranquil rural setting in the heart of the Hampshire countryside and in the shadow of Watership Down. Beautiful self-contained accommodation surrounded by gardens in a historic village with easy access to a multitude of walks and local amenities. Nearby attractions include Highclere Castle, Greenham Common, Stone Henge, Newbury and Winchester. Oxford (35 miles), Bath (70 miles) and London 45 minutes on the train from Newbury or Basingstoke.

Location · Family · Breakfast

Thatched Grade ll property in Ashford Hill

A detached, Grade ll, 200 year old thatched cottage in the small village of Ashford Hill, close to Newbury. My husband Andy and I own this one bedroom cottage, which has been carefully furnished and has parking and a small dedicated outdoor space.. It is an ideal base to explore the local area. Guests can visit Highclere Castle (Downton Abbey), attend the races at Newbury Race Course or enjoy the walks in the surrounding area including Watership Down.

Value · Family · Checkout

Charming period home in historic Newbury

Welcome to our cosy home in central Newbury. Perfect for Highclere castle and Just a 3-min walk to the town centre and Train station, walking distance to Newbury racecourse, ideal for exploring local shops, cafes, and the River Kennett. Enjoy countryside walks, cycling, and shopping nearby. Two bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Dining room, Private garden, Fast Wi-Fi. Pets welcome. Easy rail access to London, Oxford, Cotswolds. easy access to the M4.

Location · Family · Amenities

Traditional barn conversion.

A wonderful, welcoming barn conversion in an excellent location on the Hampshire / Berkshire border. Exposed beams provide a lovely rustic feel in the large, light and open plan living space. Kitchen has 2 induction hobs and microwave and a mini fridge. Cooking utensils available in the well stocked kitchen. Reliable wifi, large digital flatscreen TV and Sonos music system. Twin beds in a homely bedroom with separate shower room.

Family · Value · Breakfast

Garden Cottage..pretty countryside location

Our cottage is in a great little hamlet in Berkshire and is the perfect location for walking and exploring the countryside and the towns of Newbury and Reading.The cottage itself is open plan and is very light and airy with a modern mediterranean feel to it. It has two lovely bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty and is perfect for a quiet getaway or a busy shopping spree!

Value · Location · Sleep quality

Grand Designs Home, with Panoramic Views

Escape to our architecturally-designed countryside home. Set on a hillside position, with panoramic views across the West Berkshire and Hampshire countryside. Featured on Grand Designs in 2013, and completely refurnished by a renowned local interior designer in 2025. Our minimalist modern home is the perfect base for small groups of friends, or families, looking to spend quality time in a tranquil setting.

Location · Family · Backyard