Description
Summary
Buckthorn Cottage is a listed Cotswold stone cottage which sleeps 2+2 guests, in one bedroom (with the +2 option being a king size sofa bed in the living room), with a stylish family bathroom. Once part of the stables for the Noel Arms Hotel which dates back to the 12th century, this beautiful cottage has been tastefully decorated in a contemporary style with modern facilities including wireless internet access, a Smart TV and a well-equipped kitchen. An enclosed garden lies at the front of the property and there is an allocated parking space for one car.
Location
An archway from Chipping Campden’s high street leads into a peaceful cul-de-sac which is home to a small number of properties, including Buckthorn Cottage. This much loved market town has a variety of pubs, tea rooms and independent shops to enjoy, as well as impressive architecture including the 17th century Market Hall in the centre of the town and the East Banqueting House just a short walk away. This picturesque town is surrounded by stunning countryside, with many walks and cycle routes on its doorstep, none so famous as that of the Cotswold Way long distance walking trail, a 100 mile long trail which links Chipping Campden to Bath.
Chipping Campden is well placed for exploring the other wonderful towns and villages of the North Cotswolds, such as Winchcombe, Stow-on-the-Wold, Broadway and Snowshill. Popular tourist attractions in the area include the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, the Lavender Fields at Snowshill and Hidcote Gardens, now under ownership of the National Trust. Further afield destinations such as Oxford, Blenheim Palace and Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare, are easily accessible for day trips.
Description
Buckthorn Cottage is an ideal base for a couple or family who are looking to explore the glorious countryside whilst being only a stone’s throw from the amenities of a vibrant market town. The cottage is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Living/dining room |
With beautiful Cotswold stone flooring and oak beams, this light and welcoming space contains:
- king size sofa bed suitable for one adult or two children under the age of 12
- armchair
- Smart TV with Netflix access for account holders only
- wooden dining table with seating for four
- playing cards and small selection of parlour games
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| Kitchen |
The smart kitchen is a continuation of the living area and contains:
- electric oven with four-ring induction hob
- fridge with freezer compartment
- dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster and cafetière
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| Master bedroom |
This elegant, well presented dual aspect bedroom is flooded with natural light from the Velux window and contains:
- king size bed
- freestanding wardrobe and chest of drawers
- dressing table
- wicker chair
- full length mirror
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| Family bathroom |
This stylish bathroom with underfloor heating contains:
- walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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Located at the front of the cottage, the delightful west facing garden is framed by two mature silver birch trees and bordered by a low dry-stone wall. Enjoying dappled sunshine throughout the day in fair weather, this charming outdoor space has an attractive stone table with seating for four and the trellis at its border is home to lavender, jasmine and roses which help create a natural screen for privacy.
An allocated parking space is provided and there is free on-street parking available in the town if required.
Key Features
Key Features
Booking and payment
Character Cottages is a marketing agency and we do not own any of the cottages listed on our website. We manage a proportion of cottages within our portfolio and the remaining properties are managed by a third party property manager or the property owner – your pre-arrival email will contain confirmation and contact details for your property manager. Bookings made via us form a legal agreement directly between you and the property owner.
For bookings commencing more than 10 weeks in advance, a 30% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm the booking. The balance payment is then due 10 weeks prior to arrival.
All payments are made subject to the cancellation policy set out in the standard Booking Conditions.
Security deposits
A security deposit of £150 is payable, which is returned after the letting period, subject to an inspection of the property. For the avoidance of doubt, guests are requested to leave the property in a reasonable condition, consistent with the property's appearance upon arrival. In the event that the owners, or their appointed housekeepers, have to spend additional time tidying up after your departure, then the cost of this extra time may be deducted from your security deposit. The security deposit is payable prior to arrival at the property, via a bank transfer or a valid debit or credit card.
Occupancy
The maximum occupancy of the property is three adults or two adults and two children under the age of 12, at any point during your stay. Unauthorised over occupancy is a breach of our terms and conditions and may result in the cancellation of your booking and additional charges. Please consult us prior to booking if you wish to discuss the possibility of having more than four guests at the property.
Infants who sleep in a cot do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions, the occupancy figure may only be exceeded by one additional infant.
Pets
One small dog is accepted, at a cost of £20 per booking.
For the comfort of future guests, we ask that dogs remain downstairs, stay off the furniture and that no trace of a dog remains after your departure.
Bed linen and towels
Bed linen and organic towels are provided for guests.
Arrival and departure times
Arrival time is after 5pm and departure time is by 9am. Access is via a key safe, therefore it does not matter if you are arriving late at night.
Bed sizes and configurations
- Master bedroom: King size bed
- Living room: King size sofa bed suitable for two children under the age of 12 or one adult only
Bathroom
- Family bathroom: Walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin
Heating
The property has an electric central heating system and electricity is included in the rental price.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and a Smart TV with access to Netflix.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
The property has an allocated parking space and there is free on-street parking available in the town if needed.
Housekeeping
Where a letting exceeds nine nights, a mid-stay clean, bed linen and towel change may be included in the price. Please check with us to confirm. Additional housekeeping services may be available on request.
Child friendly facilities
Guests are welcome to bring their own travel cot and high chair, to accommodate one infant.
Initial consumables
A small quantity of initial consumables is provided for your convenience (eg. tea, coffee, sugar, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, organic soap, toilet rolls, etc), however, you should not expect the quantity of these provisions to be sufficient for the duration of your stay.
Accessibility, health and safety
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk.
Smoking
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property.
Photographs
In order to provide you with as much detail of our properties as possible, we sometimes use wide angle photography, which can make certain rooms, or spaces, appear larger than they actually are. Wherever possible, we try to include a floorplan, with detailed dimensions of rooms and areas.
If you have any queries regarding the size of any rooms or spaces, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Reviews
Buckthorn Cottage was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in October 2019. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"Fantastic holiday home in a beautiful part of the Cotswolds.", Andrew, August 2020
-“Pretty cottage, perfectly clean with everything you could need. Really enjoyed our stay.”, Andrew, August 2020
-"Buckthorn Cottage in Chipping Campden was a delight. We arrived early and The Cleaning Angels were just finishing and allowed us in. It has to be said that the cottage was spotless and the team deserve a huge pat on the back. All our needs and more were catered for including everything for a cuppa on arrival along with a cake.Great position for travelling throughout the Cotswolds and a one minute walk to pub just across the forecourt from the cottage.Weather was atrocious but having such a beautiful cottage to return to was a treat. First time we've used Character Cottages and were not disappointed right from booking through to the end of our stay.", Isobel, March 2020
-"We had a lovely stay here, the location is really good, right on the high street with some lovely places to eat. The cottage was very clean, had everything we needed and we appreciated the cake which was awaiting us!", Emma, March 2020
-"From arrival to leaving Buckthorn Cottage we had an absolutely superb trip. We arrived early and the housekeeping ladies were just finishing so let us in. Must give them credit as the property was quite spotless. Everything you could possibly need was catered for. Tea, coffee, sugar and milk already waiting along with a Chocolate Cake. :-) Beautiful cottage, lovely decor, amazingly comfortable bed. One minute walk ( quite literally) across the courtyard to The Noel Arms with other restaurants & Pubs all within easy walking distance All in all just perfect”, Isobel, March 2020
-"This cottage was lovely. It was really well decorated and felt very homely and cosy. I'd recommend it and will be back in the future.", Victoria, January 2020
-"Beautiful, clean and cosy property. Very helpful and responsive hosts who left us a lovely note and a cake for our arrival - very sweet! This cottage is perfectly situated as it is close to town and country walks. I have recommended this property and this company to family friends and would not hesitate to return. Loved it.", Alexndra, November 2019
-"What a lovely cottage in the centre of the town. Clean, tidy and comfortable - we couldn't fault it!", Steven, November 2019
-"Perfect cottage in a perfect village. The cottage had all we needed for a great stay....including cake AND dog bowls!", Martyn, November 2019
-"Delightful cottage with lovely decor. We enjoyed our stay very much.", Linda, October 2019
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Buckthorn Cottage as if it was your own home and this information is provided to ensure that you are aware of, and are able to use, all the facilities that are available.
| Main appliances, furniture and facilities |
|---|
| Fridge with freezer compartment |
Bed linen, organic bath sheets and hand towels |
Smart TV with Netflix (access to account holders only) |
| Dishwasher |
Four-ring induction hob |
Cafetière |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Electric oven |
Toaster |
Wireless internet |
| Small selection of games |
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| General provisions |
|---|
| Bin bags |
Dishwasher tablets |
Organic hand soap |
| J cloths & scourers |
Salt and pepper |
Small quantity of instant coffee |
| Small quantity of sugar |
Small quantity of tea bags |
Toilet roll |
| Washing up liquid |
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| Other equipment and facilities |
|---|
| CO detectors |
Fire blanket |
Smoke alarms |
| First aid kit |
Fire extinguisher |
Ironing board |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Clothes drying rack |
Travel
Buckthorn Cottage is located on a cul-de-sac just off the High Street in the beautiful North Cotswold market town of Chipping Campden.
Travelling by car
Chipping Campden is easily accessed by car, being located within three miles of the A44 and five miles of the A429 (Fosse Way), which are two of the main roads through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway stations to Chipping Campden are Honeybourne (approximately five miles away), or Moreton-in-Marsh (approximately six miles away) which have regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately 90-120 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Chipping Campden is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 84 miles, approximately 100 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 38 miles, approximately 50 minute drive.
