A FINE GEORGIAN TOWN HOUSE TWO MILES FROM STONEHENGE   History of the Hotel The Fairlawn Hotel (formerly Fovant House) was built in 1838 for a local surgeon Mr George Best Batho and is now a Grade II listed building, which means it is a protected heritage site in England. Georgian architecture is represented by some of the world's most handsome buildings. The sash windows and semi - circular fanlights (just like the one above the front door on 10 Downing Street, the home of the Prime Minister) and other ornate designs originated from Ancient Greece and Neo-Palladianism of the Italian Renaissance. The planning documentation from the 1830's notes specifically the House's Flemish bonded brickwork, portico framed doorway with Tuscan columns of pilaster in antis.                                           The House still retains many of these original features including a wonderful curved staircase and a very unusual internal wind indicator. The proprietor would be delighted to talk the features of this through with any buffs! Over the years the house has had many uses; a family home for Mr. Batho, a doctor's surgery for Doctor Charles Pyle, an auction house and an esteemed ladies finishing school to name just a few! Location The hotel is conveniently situated in the small historical market town of Amesbury, Wiltshire just off the A303. Please see the Map and print off the directions on how to get here. Please note that we now have free overnight and weekend off street parking. This convenient location in the heart of Wiltshire's beautiful countryside is only 8 miles from the Cathedral City of Salisbury, 2 miles from historic Stonehenge and 40 miles from the Georgian City of Bath. In addition, we are only 30 miles from the International Airport and Docks at Southampton and the picturesque New Forest, renowned for its free roaming deer, horses and ponies.                                         Local amenities and places of interest Motor Racing   Thruxton is 4 miles away - close enough for a day out but certainly far enough away to avoid the crowds and the noise. We also have Salisbury Race course with a programme of meetings throughout the summer. Golf   For the golfer, there are a number of local courses, and information about booking is available at the hotel. Sky Diving, Flying and Parachuting   Not for the feint of heart, Salisbury is also a home for Sky Diving and Flying. Information is available in the hotel. The Abbey church of St Mary and St Melor   Amesbury itself has the parish church of St. Mary and St. Melor which is even older than Salisbury Cathedral and well worth a visit. Legend has it that Queen Guinevere, wife of King Arthur came to visit the church Salisbury Cathedral   You are just 15 minutes from Salisbury Cathedral Crop Circles   And for those interested in the mysterious, the area is famous for having more crop circles than anywhere else in the world! Current information The current owners are Colin and Lynda Masefield who bought the hotel in October 2003. Both have a long experience in the hotel and catering industry. Together they make a good team and enjoy the opportunity of making guests feel welcome and at home when visiting the Fairlawn Hotel. Facilities and breakfast arrangements There is an unique feature Dining Room situated in a former wine cellar area where the proprietors supply a healthy continental style breakfast and, for the more traditional, a freshly home cooked English breakfast prepared to your specific tastes. There is a newly opened licensed resident's bar, a very comfortable lounge for drinking tea and passing quiet afternoons, a library of guidebooks and a good supply of brochures for some of the most popular and famous tourist areas, some within a short drive of the hotel. The hands on proprietors are always happy to help with any special dietary requirements, and regularly accommodate diabetic, vegetarian, vegan and dairy free diets.       The hotel is an ideal stopover for touring visitors, a great base for local exploration and well-used by returning businessmen and women. Although Amesbury is only a small market town it boasts a good selection of restaurants and traditional English pubs within a few minutes walk. Click on the pictures to visit the web sites                                Thruxton - Stonehenge - Salisbury Cathedral - Netheravon - St Mary and St Melor - Crop Circles Bedrooms Our 13 bedrooms are all en suite. Each one is individually appointed.and they all feature comfortably equipped traditional style furniture and have complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms also have colour televisions and hairdryers. We offer a 24-hour laundry service; available upon request. Disabled Access The hotel was built in 1837 and as a listed building access is limited, however we want to provide the best service for all guests so please call us in advance to discuss your requirements. Tariff Our prices range from £25 to £50 per person inclusive of a full English breakfast and VAT.