Explorer's Rest

Welcome to Explorer's Rest, our family-friendly townhouse tucked just a stone's throw from the city centre. Filled with timepieces and treasures collected from our travels, this hidden gem blends charm and comfort with a modern bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, and cosy log burners for added ambience. Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, free on-street parking, and a tranquil garden. Shops, restaurants, attractions, and transport links are all within a short walk. The perfect base for short or long stays.

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​The Story Behind Explorer's Rest

The Explorer’s Rest draws its character from our journeys across the globe; from the lush jungles of Papua New Guinea to the vast steppe plains of Madagascar and the icy expanses of the High Arctic. Each corner of the space reflects a sense of calm and discovery, inviting you to unwind, recharge, and embrace the moment.

As you read this, we are likely setting off on our next family adventure to Indonesia. While we are away, we are delighted to be sharing our home with fellow travellers, families and explorers. We hope that during your stay, Explorer's Rest becomes more than simply a place to sleep. We hope it becomes a comfortable base for making memories, enjoying time together and discovering everything Salisbury has to offer.

The house has been thoughtfully prepared so you can settle in quickly and feel at home from the moment you arrive. Whether you are visiting for work, a family gathering, sightseeing or a longer stay, consider this your invitation to unpack, relax and enjoy Explorer's Rest as we continue our own journey on the other side of the world.​​​

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HIGHLIGHTS

✻ A Home Full of Stories: Inspired by our travels from Papua New Guinea and Madagascar to the High Arctic, Explorer's Rest is filled with carefully chosen treasures that bring a sense of adventure and character to every room.

✻ Prime City Location: Situated on the beautiful tree-lined St Mark's Road, just a 10-minute walk from Salisbury's shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants and historic attractions.

✻ Free Parking: One complimentary on-street parking permit in Zone A is included, saving up to £10 per day in city centre parking charges. Additional permits are available for just £5 per day.

✻ Three Comfortable Bedrooms: One king bedroom, one double bedroom and one cosy single bedroom ('The Cabin'), complete with quality bed linen, towels and ample clothes storage.

✻ Two Cosy Living Rooms: Enjoy two separate lounge spaces, each with a log burner for cosy evenings. One features a chess set and dedicated workspace for remote working, while the other offers comfortable seating, books, games, toys for children and a TV with Amazon Fire Stick (log in with your own streaming accounts).

✻ Modern Family Bathroom: With walk-in shower, freestanding bath and Cole and Lewis Shampoo, Conditioner, Hand Wash and Body Wash provided. Plus the convenience of an additional downstairs WC.

✻ Fully Equipped Kitchen: A contemporary kitchen with everything needed for home cooking, including tea, coffee, sugar and cooking oil to help you settle in from the moment you arrive.

✻ Perfect for Families: As parents ourselves, we've stocked the house with a selection of toys, books and games so younger guests feel just as welcome as adults.

✻ Cosy Open-Plan Living and Dining Room: The dining table comfortably seats six, making it the perfect place to enjoy meals, games and quality time together.

✻ Private Garden Retreat: Relax in the enclosed garden with comfortable outdoor lounge seating, a barbecue and lawn. A peaceful spot to enjoy breakfast, afternoon sunshine or a summer evening.

✻ Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts at a selection of local cafés, restaurants and independent businesses during your stay.

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We provide ALL the basic essentials to save you having to pack them! We provide:
✻ Bathroom: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, towels, enough toilet rolls for your entire stay, tissue boxes
✻ Utility: laundry pods
✻ Kitchen: Kitchen roll, oven gloves, tea towels, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, sponge, washing up brush, tin foil, cling film
✻ Condiments: salt, pepper, vegetable oil, selection of teas, coffee, sugar, fresh milk in the fridge

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OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE

We will share plenty of recommendations of things to see and do locally, all laid out in a user-friendly digital welcome guide which will be shared with you ahead of check-in.

Free on-street parking is available on a first come first served basis on all streets within parking Zone A. Please share your car registration with us prior to arrival so we can arrange a digital permit for 1 car. Please be aware that available parking spaces are limited after 5pm so you may need to drive around the block to find a space!

 

LONGER STAYS

Please note that for longer bookings (28+ nights) we will cover electricity/gas usage up to £150 a month. Any excess will be charged to the Guest. We offer a complimentary spruce up clean every fortnight. A fresh linens and towels service can be booked on request (£20 per bedroom). Should you desire more frequent Housekeeping, we will he happy to discuss this with you.