Lorne House Bed & Breakfast - Box (Wiltshire)

Historic Victorian B&B in Box - childhood home of Thomas the Tank Engine's creator

Rooms & Accommodations

All en-suite rooms at Lorne House come with a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and tea/coffee making facilities. The bathrooms are either standard bathrooms or modern wet-rooms, and windows are double glazed with secondary glazing at the front. Rooms are furnished with Egyptian cotton linen, and some rooms include a pop-up balcony.

Dining & Breakfast

A cooked or Continental breakfast is served daily, using locally sourced ingredients. The homemade marmalade is prepared on-site, and special dietary menus are available upon request. Lorne House also has a coffee house on site for guests.

Historical Significance

Lorne House is the childhood home of Reverend W. Awdry, creator of the Thomas the Tank Engine stories. The property is a Victorian villa that has been carefully restored, retaining original character. Guests can see the bookcase area at breakfast that highlights this history.

Location & Access

Located in the Wiltshire village of Box, Lorne House is 6 miles from Bath city center. The bus stop is a few steps from the property, making Bath easy to reach without a car. The hotel is also close to historic villages such as Lacock, Castle Combe, and Bradford on Avon, each within 8.5 miles.

Guest Amenities & Services

The property offers free on-site parking and an electric vehicle charging station. There is a shared lounge/TV area, a garden with terrace and outdoor furniture, and a sun terrace. Meeting and banquet facilities are available, as well as fax/photocopying, laundry services, and daily housekeeping.

• Location: Wiltshire village of Box, 6 miles from Bath
• Rooms: En-suite rooms with wet-rooms and pop-up balcony
• Dining: Locally sourced breakfast with homemade marmalade
• History: Childhood home of Thomas the Tank Engine author
• Parking: Free parking with electric vehicle charging station
• Groups: Full house rental and self-catering kitchen