Description
Castle Mews is a hidden gem of a cottage, at the end of a short row of cottages tucked away down a gated passageway, right in the heart of the lovely market town of Cirencester. In Roman times Cirencester was known as “Corinium”, when it was the second largest town in Britain, a history that is celebrated in its local museum. Nowadays, Cirencester is the largest town in the Cotswolds, enabling it to support a wide range of pubs, restaurants and shops, all housed in beautiful honey-coloured Cotswold stone buildings. The town is surrounded by stunning countryside and beautiful Cotswold villages, as well as being an ideal base for visiting further afield places, such as Bath, Oxford or even a day trip into London.
This traditional half-timbered cottage has many character features, including oak beams, ledge and brace doors, and exposed wall timbers. The character of the cottage is complemented by its modern facilities, including wireless internet access, a small flatscreen TV and a well presented kitchen.
Castle Mews sleeps a maximum of two people, in one bedroom, with a lovely bathroom, and there are courtyard gardens to both the front and the rear of the property. Car parking is available in either on-street metered parking bays, or a number of nearby car parks. This beautiful cottage is perfect for a couple looking for a relaxing break in the heart of one of England’s nicest market towns.
Description
Castle Mews is very peacefully located, down a gated passageway off Castle street, a beautiful street in the heart of Cirencester. There is a lovely enclosed courtyard garden at the front of the cottage, which leads to the front door. The door opens into the open plan ground floor:
- Living/dining area: The relaxing living and dining space contains a comfy sofa, an armchair and a wooden dining table, with seating for two. Discretely hidden away in a wooden cabinet is a small SMART TV and DVD player;
- Kitchen area: The lovely kitchen area is very well laid out and contains a two ring induction hob, electric oven, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster and a washing machine/tumble dryer.
Stairs lead up from the living area to the first floor landing, off which are the following rooms:
- Bedroom: A lovely eaves room, with oak beams and a ledge and brace door, which contains a king size bed;
- Dressing room: A nice additional space, which contains a sofa, a dressing table and a free standing towel rail;
- Bathroom: Contains a bath with overhead shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail.
Returning downstairs, a stable door leads out from the kitchen area to a small, enclosed courtyard garden at the back of the cottage, which contains a table and two seats. The garden area at the front of the cottage is larger and is a beautiful place to sit outside and relax, containing two comfy chairs and a small table.
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
Security deposits are not required (please note that guests are still liable for any damage or additional cleaning required as a result of their actions).
Occupancy
The maximum occupancy of the property is two guests, 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 two guests at the property.
Regrettably, babies and children are not accepted.
Pets
Regrettably, pets are not accepted.
Bed linen and towels
Bed linen and towels are provided for guests.
Arrival and departure times
Arrival time is after 4pm and departure time is by 10am. Access is via a key safe, therefore it does not matter if you are arriving late at night.
Bed sizes and configurations
- Master bedroom (first floor): King size bed
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom (first floor): Bath with overhead shower, toilet and wash basin
Heating, fuel and logs
The property has a gas central heating system. Electricity and gas are included in the rental price.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and a SMART TV with Blu-ray DVD player. There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is variable, typically being better outside the property than inside.
Parking
The property is set back approximately 20 metres from the road. Guests can park on the road to unload their luggage, although cars should not be left unattended. Cars must then be parked in one of a number of local car parks or metred parking bays nearby. Parking is typically free in the evening, early morning and on Sundays, but must be paid for at other times. The cheapest long stay car park is a half a mile walk along Cirencester’s picturesque main street and more details for best parking spots are provided in the manual at the cottage.
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.
Children
Regrettably, babies and children are not accepted.
Initial consumables
A small quantity of initial consumables is provided for your convenience (eg. tea, coffee, sugar, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, soap, washing powder, 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 property has two floors, which could pose difficulty to guests with limited mobility, or carrying babies, both in terms of their general movement and their ability to quickly exit the house in the event of an emergency.
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, including the outside spaces.
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
Castle Mews was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in April 2016. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"If you want to feel you’ve got out the city but still have a taste of shops and village life, this is the perfect place for you. Nestled down an alley along one of the main strips (yet still not busy) of Cirencester is castle mews. A delightful row of cottages stylishly renovated and well equipped for holiday makers. The cottage itself is roomy and well decorated. The kitchen has everything you need for cooking from home and all in new condition too. The WiFi didn’t glitch once and the cottage also has a TV. Despite being central to Cirencester the cottage itself if extremely quiet. Allowing for a relaxing and peaceful stay. If you come by car you will have to pay for parking but the car parks are very close by.", Bella, November 2020
-"A lovely little cottage", Lee, November 2020
-"Has an amazing stay here with my boyfriend and would definitely recommend. The location was perfect for exploring Cirencester and the surrounding areas. Just a short walk to all the pubs, restaurants, cafes and shops, couldn’t be better. The space itself was also lovely and cosy just what we were wanting.", Elizabeth, October 2020
-"“One of all time favourite airb&b stays. Cirencester was a great little town to stay in with lots of amenities. The cottage itself was just perfect, with lots of extra thoughtful touches. It was very clean and we were very comfortable being there in COVID times. Thank you so much!”, Ashley, October 2020
-"Hidden in the centre of Cirencester, this delightful little cottage is ideal for two to explore the Cotswolds. Well appointed, quiet and very comfortable - highly recommended for a single person or couple.", Patricia, September 2020
-"Just 40 steps from the main Street, this cottage is nicely tucked away and fairly quiet considering its location. Clean and tastefully decorated with all the living essentials you would need for a comfortable stay.", Deborah, August 2020
-"My girlfriend and I really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. The property is cosy and charming and was very clean and tidy on arrival. The cottage is very well located in the centre of town and is a couple of minutes walk from numerous restaurants, pubs and cafes as well as local tourist attractions. This is a perfect location from which to explore Cirencester. Despite being central however the cottage is set back from the road and the gated access means that it is very quiet. My girlfriend and I would very much recommend this property to other travellers.", Ross, August 2020
-“The cottage is beautiful with modern and stylish facilities inside. There is also fantastic patio areas at both front and back which provide outdoor space to relax in the evenings. The location of the cottage is superb and I would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a relaxing get away.”, Andrew, August 2020
"A delightful cottage and lovely stay.", Philip, July 2020
-"A pleasant little cottage and a nice very quiet location. It's in a good position for visiting the town's restaurants and bars (especially if it's raining like I think it did for the whole week I stayed). It's possible to park on the street outside between 6:00pm and 8:00am. I was very pleased with the cleanliness and the bed was very comfortable. If I need to stay in Cirencester in the future I would happily stay here again.", Matthew, March 2020
-"This was one of the best holiday homes we have ever rented. Comfortable, warm, well equipped in a lovely town.", Rachel, March 2020
-"We stayed three years ago too. It is so nice to find a holiday home which has been maintained so well. The fixtures, fittings and decor are all still clean and fresh. The property is spotlessly clean and household linen of a high standard.", Nicola, January 2020
-"We loved to stay at this cosy cottage! All you need is available. (Kitchen, pots, cutlery, etc.) It was very clean and central located. Pubs, shops, restaurants are within minutes to be reached. We booked the cottage last minute for a New Years break and the booking went smoothly and very quick! so all in all a perfect holiday getaway for exploring Oxford, Bath and the Cotswolds!", Jasmin, January 2020
-"Delightful property, oozing historic charm but presented in a thoroughly modern manner. Extremely stylish but at the same time cosy. Very well equipped. Location excellent.", Gina, December 2019
-"A lovely little cottage, we had a lovely time here!", Matthew, October 2019
-"Highly recommended since I really love the house and it has everything I need. The location is also perfect, Tesco is just opposite the street and besides there is so many restaurants and coffee shop. Super!”, Lu, October 2019
-"Perfect little cottage - We were so happy with this place. It's in a great central location but set back in a courtyard that provides privacy. it's nicely decorated and has a well stocked kitchen. The entire house was very clean when we arrived.”, Elizabeth, October 2019
-“This was a perfect holiday getaway for myself and my husband. Ideally situated within walking distance of bars, restaurants, and shopping. Lovely half-timber construction (I learned something on my travels!). Ideally situated for day trips to Stonehenge and Bath.”, Karen, September 2019
-“Castle Mews cottage is a perfect base for exploring Cirencester and the surrounding villages. The cottage is beautiful with everything you might need provided. It is right in town tucked away in a peaceful spot. We had lovely walks in Cirencester Park and the Abbey gardens and a great lunch in the Fleece”, Jayne, August 2019
-“Fantastic and central spot in Cirencester! Lovely little touches and will definitely return!”, Philip, August 2019
-"This is a little gem. Right in the middle of Cirencester but tucked away. Very stylish and spotlessly clean with everything you could want.”, Alison, July 2019
-"This was such a nice, quiet, and convenient place to stay while visiting Cirencester. The Character Cottages team were also all so wonderful to work with.", Lillian, July 2019
-“Lovely clean place in a very central location.”, Sam, July 2019
-“Cute and cozy cottage! We enjoyed our weekend stay here very much. Close to the supermarket, church and the town center all within walking distance.”, Diana, May 2019
-"Really nice and cleaned property. Also the instructions and communication were clear and quick.", Alberto and Elisabetta, December 2018
-"I grew up in a village close to Cirencester and it was just wonderful to be back. The cottage was lovely, very cosy and quaint. There was a nice bottle of red wine and biscuits upon arrival, which was very welcoming. We were close to the center of town, which we loved just walking around. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would most definitely go back. Thank you.", Amanda, October 2018
-"A beautiful cottage in a fantastic central location but away from the hustle and bustle.", Matt, October 2018
-"Great location and the cottage was perfect, thank you.", George, August 2018
-"We spent a wonderful week in Castle Mews. The cottage is perfectly situated, central and close to all amenities, shops, places of interest, but very quiet and private. Tastefully finished and well equipped and the small garden was a joy. ”, Philip, July 2018
-"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this lovely spot. It's a gorgeous and very comfortable little house, extremely charming. Its location could not be better, right in the very center of Cirencester. SO many things were just minutes away!", Amy, June 2018
-"A beautiful and stylish cottage, great facilities and spotless! A perfect location for our family, so quick to pop to the shops or have a lovely walk. Would highly recommend.", Aimee and Martin, June 2018
-"Fantastic, centrally located character cottage. We must make mention of how beautifully clean the cottage was, the cleaner should be congratulated.", Clive, June 2018
-"We really enjoyed our stay at 1 Castle Mews in Cirencester. The Cottage is located in the heart of old town but back off the main street in a lovely garden. So, even though it was very centrally located in town, it was also very quiet. We loved that it was just up the street from a fantastic coffee shop, Coffee #1, and very close to inexpensive city parking. This was a fantastic home base to explore the Cotswolds and we would highly recommend it as there are a huge number of great restaurants in Cirencester; something you won’t find in the little villages. The cottage itself is amazing. It have an old cottage feel with exposed beams and cozy furnishings, but all the amenities such as the cooking facilities and bathroom are very modern and up to date. You get the best of both worlds! We loved the the cottage guide was exhaustive both on the cottage itself and as a guide to the city and surrounding area. We used the directory of walking routes to explore the amazing city park just down the street from the cottage. This was, literally, the perfect weekend for my fiancée and I. We’d definitely consider staying again.", Joshua, April 2018
-"Castle Mews was perfectly located for a Cotswold adventure. The cottage was quaint and just what we needed. Highly recommended.", Brad, April 2018
-"This is an absolutely charming cottage that’s well equipped for cooking and very accessible. We stayed at Castle Mews for 4 days and found the place easy to get to by train and surrounded by lots of amenities/walks. Hope to come back again at some point!”, Sophia, April 2018
-"The cottage was perfectly kitted out and very warm which was great in the cold weather. The welcome wine and biscuits were also a lovely treat. Highly recommend for a short break - great location in the centre of town to explore and visit restaurants and pubs.", Millie, March 2018
-"This cottage in the heart of Cirencester is ideal for a long weekend stay but we could happily have stayed for longer. It was so lovely to be greeted to a clean, cosy cottage after a long journey. The bottle of Malbec and luxury biscuits were thoughtful and very welcome too. As we didn't have a car, the location was perfect as everything you need and want to see is within walking distance. This place gave us great value for money - the decor inside and out is tasteful and fits in well with what you'd expect from a cottage in the Cotswolds. It was useful to pick up the keys from a safe using the code instead of having to make our host come out and wait for us, given the unreliability of Great Western Railway! Would 100% stay here again when returning to Cirencester. And would recommend coming at this time of year as the Advent market, light switch-on and carol service made it that more magical. Thanks Character Cottages!”, Emily, December 2017
-"Great little house right in the center of Cirencester in a quiet mews. Very clean and well equipped.", Nikolas, October 2017
-“Charming cottage beautifully presented. Perfect for our first visit to the Cotswolds.”, Jeffrey, September 2017
-“Amazing traditional Cotswolds' Mews architecture in a perfectly restructured house.”, Stefano, August 2018
-“Loved the cottage. Everything was as expected or better. Even though we were on holiday, we found ourselves liking 'just staying in the cottage' quite a bit.”, Harris, August 2017
-“Absolutely superb in every way, amenities, location, ambiance.”, Mike, July 2017
-“Great location and décor. Clean & very comfortable.”, Jacqueline, June 2017
-“Very well located comfortable apartment in a fantastic town in the Cotswolds. It was perfect.”, Thomas, May 2017
-” A very clean and well organised cottage right in central Cirencester with everything conveniently to hand. Well situated for car parks and lots to occupy you within the town. I would recommend it without hesitation.”, Roger, February 2017
-“Loved staying in Castle Mews, it was immaculately clean, cosy and snug and a pleasure to be in. I was sad to leave!”, Charisse, December 2016
-"Castle Mews location was deceiving, do not be put off by the entrance gate, it is without doubt a real hidden gem, clean, well equipped, close to the centre of a bustling town, yet quiet." Henry Walker, November 2016
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Castle Mews 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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Washing machine/tumble dryer | Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels | Blu-ray DVD player |
| Two ring induction hob | Fridge with a small freezer compartment | Dishwasher |
| Kettle | Microwave | Outdoor table and seating |
| Electric oven | Toaster | Smart TV |
| Wireless internet | Small selection of DVDs | x2 Cafetiere's |
| Large filtered coffee maker | ||
| General provisions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bin bags | Dishwasher tablets | 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 | ||
| Other equipment and facilities | ||
|---|---|---|
| Hair dryer | CO detectors | Smoke alarms |
| Fire blanket | Fire extinguishers | First aid kit |
| Iron | Ironing board | |
Travel
Castle Mews is located in the heart of the Cotswolds market town of Cirencester.
Travelling by car
Cirencester is easily accessed by car, being located close to the A417, A419 and A429 (Fosse Way), which are three of the main roads through the Central Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Cirencester is Kemble (approximately four miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of less than ninety minutes.
Travelling by plane
Cirencester is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Birmingham International Airport: 73 miles, approximately 80 minute drive;
- Heathrow International Airport: 80 miles, approximately 80 minute drive;
- Bristol International Airport: 47 miles, approximately 80 minute drive.
