Description
Summary
Fleur de Lys is a beautiful Grade II listed Cotswold stone property which sleeps eight guests, in four well presented bedrooms, with two stylish bathrooms. Set over three floors, this period property dates back to the 17th century and has retained a wealth of character features including stone mullion windows, exposed wooden beams, exposed Cotswold stone and a stunning inglenook fireplace with a gas stove.
The property has been lovingly furnished in a contemporary style with a cleverly designed ground floor layout where each room flows into the next, giving an open plan feeling to the entire level. Modern facilities including wireless internet access, a Smart TV with BT package and a well-equipped kitchen complement the character features, and the wonderful glass roof lantern floods the sitting room with light. There is a tiered garden at the rear of the property and reasonably priced Pay & Display car parks a short walk away.
Location
Fleur de Lys is situated in the heart of the vibrant market town of Winchcombe, an ancient Saxon settlement known as the walking capital of the Cotswolds. The town benefits from a variety of independent shops, pubs and restaurants, and also plays host to many regular events, ranging from open gardens and tea dances to festivals and fundraisers. As well as eateries and events, it is also home to popular tourist attractions including the historic Sudeley Castle and the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway which makes a stop in Winchcombe to pick up passengers on its 28 mile round trip.
Winchcombe is surrounded by breathtaking countryside with a vast number of walks and cycle routes on its doorstep to discover. The renowned Cotswold Way long distance walking trail passes through the town and features on many circular walks in the area, including an energetic hike up to Belas Knap. It is also well placed for exploring the many other picturesque towns and villages of the North Cotswolds such as Cheltenham, Chipping Campden, Broadway and Snowshill, the latter being home to Snowshill Manor and the Lavender Fields, a must see in the summer months. Further afield destinations such as Warwick Castle, Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford are easily accessible for day trips.
Description
Fleur de Lys is the perfect house for a gathering of friends or family who are looking for a relaxing break in one of the much loved Cotswold market towns. The house is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Living/dining room |
This beautiful room has an abundance of character features including exposed Cotswold stone walls, ceramic tiled flooring and exposed wooden beams. Ideal for socialising, this warm and inviting space contains:
- inglenook fireplace with cosy gas stove
- large corner sofa, armchair and two bean bags
- small selection of books
- wooden dining table with seating for eight
|
| Kitchen |
Two steps lead up from the living area into the tastefully decorated kitchen. With stone mullion windows and ceramic tiling, this well-equipped room contains:
- double electric oven with five-ring gas hob
- fridge/freezer
- washing machine, slimline dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, cafetière and toaster
|
| Sitting room |
Flooded with natural light from the glass roof lantern, this additional living space overlooks the garden and contains:
- two three-seater sofas and footstool
- wall-mounted Smart TV with BT package
|
| Master bedroom |
Overlooking the road below, this bright and elegantly presented room with stone mullion windows and exposed beams contains:
- king size bed
- built-in wardrobe and chest of drawers
- wooden chair
- mirror
|
| Bedroom 2 |
This cosy dual aspect room oozes character with exposed Cotswold stone and exposed beams. It contains:
- double bed
- built-in wardrobe
- dressing table with stool and mirror
- ornamental Cotswold stone fireplace
|
| Family bathroom |
Overlooking the garden below, this spacious and stylish bathroom contains:
- roll top bath with handheld shower attachment, walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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| Shower room |
Adjacent to the bathroom, this well presented room contains:
- walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
|
| Bedroom 3 |
This delightful dual aspect bedroom has striking exposed beams and contains:
- two single beds
- chest of drawers, large drawer unit and door hooks
- two mirrors
|
| Bedroom 4 |
This second characterful room in the eaves has a charming exposed chimney breast and views across the rooftops. This bedroom contains:
- double bed
- chest of drawers and door hooks
- mirror
|
French doors lead out from the sitting room into the lovely enclosed garden. A patio area with an outdoor tap, perfect for washing down mucky dogs, lies directly outside the French doors, and from here, Cotswold stone steps lead up to the lawn area which is bordered by mature shrubs and pretty flowers. At the rear of the lawn there are two outdoor tables with seating for up to eight guests, and a charcoal barbecue (available in the summer months).
Guests are welcome to unload their luggage opposite the property and there are very reasonably priced Pay & Display car parks located a short walk away from the house.
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, including its grounds, is eight 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 eight 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 medium sized dogs are accepted, at a cost of £20 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 (first floor): King size bed
- Bedroom 2 (first floor): Double bed
- Bedroom 3 (second floor): 2 x single beds
- Bedroom 4 (second floor): Double bed
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom (first floor): Roll top bath with handheld shower attachment, walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin
- Shower room (first floor): Walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin
Heating and fuel
The property has a gas central heating system.
Electricity and gas are included in the rental price. The stove in the living area is gas fuelled and therefore does not require logs.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and a Smart TV with BT package.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
Guests can pull up opposite the property to unload their luggage.
There are very reasonably priced Pay & Display car parks located a short walk away from the house.
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
A travel cot (without linen), high chair and fixed stair gate are provided. The stair gate is fixed at the bottom of the first flight of stairs.
The property’s garden is tiered and therefore young children should be supervised outside at all times due to the drop between the two levels.
Initial consumables
A small quantity of initial consumables is provided for your convenience (eg. tea, coffee, handful of Nespresso capsules, 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
This is an old, Grade II listed property with many character features including sloping ceilings, low beams and multiple floors, all of 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 garden is tiered and therefore young children should be supervised when outside due to the drop between the two levels.
The front door opens onto the main road and so guests with young children and dogs should take care when leaving the property.
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.
Hen, Stag and other same sex groups
Unfortunately, Hen, Stag and other same sex groups are not allowed at Fleur de Lys.
If you would like to enquire as part of a same sex group, please contact us, as these may be accepted at the sole discretion of the property owner. Please note that same sex family groups are welcome.
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
Fleur de Lys was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in January 2020. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"Fantastic little cottage in a great location. The cottage was immaculate, which was exactly what we are looking for. Filled with very high end appliances all throughout. Would highly recommend and would book again without any hesitation.", Sarah, July 2021
-"Fabulous communication from the very start.
The photos were very accurate and the accommodation was stunning, very clean with the most comfortable beds and high quality linen. Fully equipped kitchen with a lovely BBQ for our use.
Property Manager was on hand but not required.
I would recommend this property to anyone, location was perfect, central for all main attractions in The Cotswolds.
We enjoyed many meals locally, really enjoyed 5 North Street for something special and The Lion Inn was a regular stop both for drinks and food.", Denise, June 2021
-"Such a beautiful cottage. Really well equipped in a fantastic location. Stylish, comfortable, so many nice touches. Impeccable.", Emma, April 2021
-"Beautiful cottage in a beautiful village. Hampered a bit by the weather but still enjoyed Sudeley Castle and the beautiful pubs and shops in Winchcombe.", Adam, October 2020
-"Great stay in a beautiful cottage in a beautiful area. Walking distance to lots of pubs and restaurants and also Sudeley Castle. Cottage was clean and stylish, would highly recommend - we were very sad to leave!" Kerrie, September 2020
-"Lovely property, easy parking either on the road outside or car park, well presented, would happily stay again. Thank you.", Huw, September 2020
-"Excellent accommodation in a very convenient location close to amenities as well as great walks", James, August 2020
-"Lovely accommodation in a beautiful location. A great few days with family.", Terri, July 2020
-"Lovely period property in a great location, vibrant village, friendly locals. Good, speedy communication with the owners. Highly recommended.", Jeremy, July 2020
-"Large comfortable and extremely well fitted cottage, right in the heart of a typical but working cotswold village. Perfect for our family of 7 adults.", Yvette, February 2020
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Fleur de Lys 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 |
|---|
| Charcoal barbecue (without coal) - April to September only |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
Smart TV with BT package |
| Five-ring gas hob |
Fridge/freezer |
Cafetière |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Double electric oven |
Toaster |
Nespresso coffee machine (without capsules) |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Slimline dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
Stair gate |
| Small selection of books |
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| 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 |
|---|
| CO detectors |
Fire blanket |
Smoke alarms |
| First aid kit |
Fire extinguisher |
Ironing board |
| 2 x hair dryers |
Iron |
Dog blanket |
| Long dog lead |
Safe |
Clothes drying rack |
Travel
Fleur de Lys is located in the picturesque Cotswold town of Winchcombe, eight miles away from Cheltenham.
Travelling by car
Winchcombe is easily accessed by car, being located approximately ten miles away from the M5, and eight miles away from the A40, the main east-west road through the Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Winchcombe is Cheltenham (approximately eight miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately two hours.
Travelling by plane
Winchcombe is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 81 miles, approximately 100 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 44 miles, approximately 70 minute drive.
