Description
Summary
East Leaze is a beautiful Cotswold stone cottage which sleeps six guests, in three bedrooms, with two stylish bathrooms. Dating back to the 17th century, the cottage has a wealth of character features including exposed wooden beams, exposed Cotswold stone walls and an ornamental inglenook fireplace. Its traditional exterior has been complemented with a fresh contemporary interior and modern facilities, including superfast wireless internet access, an air cooling system, three TVs and underfloor heating in most rooms.
The ground floor has been cleverly designed so that each room flows into the next, giving an open plan feeling to the entire level. The large glass conservatory floods the living area with natural light and this, together with the modern appliances and furnishings, has created a bright, modern house which belies its traditional façade. Uniquely for the Cotswolds, the property enjoys a large terrace with a sunny aspect and a substantial garden which was formerly an orchard. There is free on-street parking readily available close by.
Location
East Leaze is situated in the heart of the vibrant Cotswold market town of Chipping Campden, just a short walk from the wide range of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants the town has to offer. A gem within the Cotswolds, Chipping Campden is one of the most recognised towns in the region and is home to some impressive architecture, including the 17th century Market Hall, the East Banqueting House and St James’ Church.
This beautiful town is surrounded by the glorious countryside of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing guests with a variety of walking trails and cycle routes to explore, including the Cotswold Way long distance walking trail which begins in the town itself. Chipping Campden has plenty of activities and places of interest to visit on its doorstep including the gardens at Hidcote, one of the best Arts and Crafts gardens in Britain, and the Lavender Fields at Snowshill. It is also well-placed for discovering the other wonderful Cotswold market towns of Moreton-in-Marsh and Stow-on-the-Wold, as well as further afield destinations such as Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford and Blenheim Palace.
Description
East Leaze is the perfect retreat for a family or gathering of friends who are seeking a relaxing getaway in the delightful market town of Chipping Campden, with breathtaking countryside all around. The cottage is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
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| Living/garden room |
This superbly presented open plan living space is flooded with natural light from the glass conservatory and is a lovely area to relax. With stylish part glazed walls, this room contains:
- three-seater sofa, two-seater sofa and easy chair
- Smart TV with DVD player
- small selection of DVDs
- wooden table with seating for four
- air cooling system
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| Dining room |
Steps lead down from the living room into the stunning dining room, filled with character features including exposed wooden beams, exposed Cotswold stone walls and limestone flooring. This space contains:
- ornamental inglenook fireplace
- antique oak bureau
- wooden dining table with six chairs
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| Kitchen |
From the entrance hall, steps lead down into the tastefully decorated kitchen which contains:
- electric oven with four-ring gas hob
- fridge and wine fridge
- dishwasher, microwave, ice cream maker, kettle, Nespresso coffee machine and toaster
- washing machine
- drop down wooden leaf table
- window seat
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| Utility cupboard |
Contains:
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| Cloakroom |
Contains:
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| Master bedroom |
This beautiful dual aspect bedroom has a Juliet balcony and fabulous views across the back garden. This room contains:
- super king size bed
- chest of drawers and clothes rail for further storage
- Smart TV with DVD player
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| Bedroom 2 |
This impressive bedroom has exposed wooden beams and a lovely high ceiling. This room contains:
- super king size bed or two single beds
- chest of drawers and hooks for hanging clothes
- Freeview TV
- two mirrors
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| Bedroom 3 with ensuite bathroom |
Overlooking Sheep Street, this elegant bedroom has a wonderful Cotswold stone feature wall and stylish artwork. This room contains:
- double bed
- walk-in wardrobe
- mirror
The bedroom leads into a bright and airy ensuite bathroom, with underfloor heating, which contains:
- bath with handheld shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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| Family bathroom |
In the eaves of the cottage, this well presented bathroom has underfloor heating and exposed wooden beams. This room contains:
- double ended roll top bath with handheld shower attachment, walk-in rain shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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French doors from the living area lead out into the delightful south west facing garden, an ideal spot for relaxing after days spent exploring the region. There is a large patio bordered by a high honey-coloured Cotswold stone wall which gives privacy to this outdoor seating area. A table with seating for six has been provided, and the addition of potted flowers and shrubs introduce colour and wildlife to the patio. Nine steps lead up to the fantastic lawn garden which gently ascends to another patio area with a gas barbecue (available in the summer months). The lawn has a garden bench, attractive flower beds and even a mini fruit patch which guests are welcome to enjoy if the timing’s right. At the far end of the garden is a shed which can be used for bicycle storage.
Free on-street parking is available outside or close to the property.
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
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 six 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 six 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
Up to two well-behaved dogs are accepted, at a cost of £25 per booking per dog.
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 towels are provided for guests.
Arrival and departure times
Arrival time is after 5pm 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: Super king size bed
- Bedroom 2: Super king size bed or 2 x single beds
- Bedroom 3: Double bed
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom: Roll top bath with a handheld shower attachment, walk-in rain shower, toilet and wash basin
- Bedroom 3 ensuite: Bath with a handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
Heating and fuel
The property has a gas central heating system.
Electricity and gas are included in the rental price.
Services provided
The property has free superfast wireless internet access and three TVs, two of which are Smart TVs with a DVD player.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
Free on-street parking is readily available close by.
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.
The property’s garden is enclosed, however as there are stone steps leading down from the lawn to the patio, young children should be supervised outside at all times.
Initial consumables
A small quantity of initial consumables is provided for your convenience (eg. tea, coffee, sugar, handful of Nespresso capsules, 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
This is an old, period property laid out over two floors with steps between rooms and stone steps from the terrace up to the lawn, all of which could pose difficulty to guests with limited mobility, or carrying babies, in terms of their general movement.
Please note that there is a manhole cover on the neighbour’s driveway which leads to the side door of the property. This can become extremely slippery in wet or icy weather so we ask that guests take particular care when walking on the drive in bad weather.
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
East Leaze was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in June 2019. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"We (6 adults) stayed for a week over the holidays. We loved our stay here. The kitchen is extremely well-equipped with plenty of pots, pans, bowls, etc. The quality of the kitchenware is much better than expected and meant that it was a joy to cook every meal. We did not have a car during our stay and managed just fine since there is a grocery store and a few specialty shops a short walk away. We were able to enjoy countryside walks that started and ended at East Leaze. The lighting in the main living space, where we spent most of our time relaxing and playing board games, is lovely due to the solarium-style wall/roof. Overall we had a great time and would stay here again any time of year.", Ben, December 2020
-"We had a wonderful stay. The cottage was very clean and conveniently situated in the village, with lots of pubs nearby. The kitchen was really well kitted-out and a lovely garden. The team were really responsive and very helpful.", Sarah, December 2020
-"We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely property. Thoughtful breakfast bits left which we really appreciates. We were in Chipping Campden for a friend's wedding so the location was perfect and the town so pretty.", Jenni, January 2020
-“The cottage was beautiful and an awesome home away from home. It was well located and super cozy couldn’t ask for anything more. It had a ton of local suggestions and ideas. The garden was spectacular, and it was lovely having coffee in it. Would love to stay here again.”, Deborah, November 2019
-"A brief stay - including a birthday celebration with special friends.", Caroline and Martyn, October 2019
-"Beautiful home and garden in a perfect location. Would love to go back one day.", Christine, October 2019
-"Beautiful home as a base whilst we explored the Cotswolds. Would come back anytime!", McBurney family, September 2019
-"A beautiful home for two very special and dear friends. Cannot wait to book again.", Stephanie, September 2019
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy East Leaze 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 |
|---|
| Gas barbecue and utensils (gas is provided) - April to September only |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
2 x DVD players |
| Four-ring gas hob |
Fridge |
Small chest freezer |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table, seating and a parasol |
| Electric oven |
Toaster |
3 x TVs, two of which are Smart TVs |
| Washing machine |
Superfast wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Nespresso coffee machine (without capsules) |
Small selection of DVDs, books and games |
Wine fridge |
| Air cooling system |
Ice cream 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 |
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| Other equipment and facilities |
|---|
| Clothes drying rack |
CO detectors |
Smoke alarms |
| Fire blanket |
Fire extinguisher |
First aid kit |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Ironing board |
Travel
East Leaze is located in the beautiful North Cotswolds 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.
