Description
Summary
Foxglove Cottage is one of a row of traditional Cotswold stone cottage, built to house the weavers who worked in the many silk mills of the beautiful village of Blockley. The historic village is very peaceful and picturesque, yet benefits from having two pubs and a community owned village shop & café, as well as a historic Norman church in the centre of the village. Numerous beautiful country walks are accessible directly from the cottage and Blockley is well located for visiting the many beautiful towns and villages of the Cotswolds.
The cottage has many traditional character features, including exposed Cotswold stone walls, wooden beams and floors, and a wood burning stove. The character of the cottage is complemented by its lovely furnishings and its modern facilities, including wireless internet access, a SMART TV and a well presented kitchen.
Foxglove Cottage sleeps a maximum of four people, in two bedrooms, with a family bathroom. There is a lovely enclosed garden to the rear of the property and free on street parking is readily available. Foxglove Cottage is an ideal retreat for friends, couples or a small family, looking for a peaceful getaway in a beautiful village.
Description
The front door of Foxglove Cottage is accessed directly from the quiet road that the cottage sits on and opens directly into the living room. The ground floor is open plan, containing:
- Living room/dining area: This characterful room contains a feature Cotswold stone wall, oak beams and a lovely wood burning stove in a Cotswold stone fireplace. There is comfy seating for four, as well as a dining table with seating for four;
- Kitchen area: The well laid out kitchen contains an electric oven, four ring gas hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, and a toaster with a croissant warming facility.
Stairs lead up from the ground floor to the first floor landing, off which are the following rooms:
- Bedroom 2: With lovely views over fields, this room contains a double bed;
- Family bathroom: At the back of the cottage, also with lovely views of the countryside, the bathroom contains a bath with overhead shower, toilet and wash basin. There is also a washing machine in the bathroom.
Further stairs then lead up to the second floor:
- Master bedroom: A beautiful eaves room, with windows on both sides of the cottage, this large room contains a double bed and a lounge area, with two comfy seats and a table, from which to admire the lovely views of Blockley Valley.
Foxglove Cottage's enclosed garden is at the rear of the property, accessed from the kitchen. The garden has a patio area and a further lawned area, and contains a table and four chairs, as well as a bench. A cast iron fire pit is also provided. Please note that there is a walkway behind the cottages, that provides individual garden access to cottage owners only.
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 four 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 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 up to two additional infants.
Pets
Up to two small dogs (no larger than Cocker Spaniels, unless agreed with the owner) 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 3pm 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: Double bed
- Bedroom 2: Double bed
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom: 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. An initial basket of logs is provided for the wood burning stove and further log supplies can be purchased locally.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and a Smart TV with a DVD player. A telephone is provided, for incoming calls and local outbound calls.
Mobile phone reception is variable, typically being better outside the cottage than inside, and better at the top of the cottage than at the bottom.
Parking
Free on-street parking is available outside the property.
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, please note that there is a walkway behind the cottages, that provides individual garden access to cottage owners only.
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
This is an old property and has narrow and steep stairs and multiple 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.
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
Foxglove Cottage was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in May 2015. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"Thank you very much. We have enjoyed your lovely home.", Fam, August 2019
-"Beautiful cottage. We had a lovely stay. Perfect place to visit the Cotswolds.", Elma, Amber and Frederique, August 2019
-"It was a wonderful week with a very charming and stunning cottage. Thank you.", Forster Family, August 2019
-“Great cottage, it was just as described and we were very happy that we made this choice. Would certainly recommend Character Cottages to others.”, Nicholas, July 2019
-“A very comfortable little cottage in a lovely quiet village”, Mark, July 2019
-“Great cosy cottage in a lovely location.”, Kirstie, April 2019
- "I would highly recommend this property . Great value.", Paul, May 2018
- "Very nice cottage, thank you for the wine and the biscuits. Everything was perfect!", Arnaud, April 2018
- “Our stay at Foxglove was comfortable and cozy. The place was snug for a family of 4 but was nice for a weekend away. The location is fantastic! Blockley is a charming little village and was so close to some breath-taking scenery. We enjoyed a lovely weekend hiking and would recommend this cottage as a home base.”, Tracy, August 2017
- “WHEN CAN WE MOVE IN!!!”, Ian and Sue and Toby, Brighton, August 2017
- “We really liked staying in your lovely cottage. Everything was perfect and cosy. The kids and us enjoyed the garden.”, Ann, Francis, Ludovic and Frederik, Québec, Canada, July 2017
- “We have enjoyed staying in your lovely cottage and have had a very pleasant week. Thank you for providing so many useful things (household items, tea, sugar...). and also for the welcome pack of wine biscuits and the flowers. Your garden is very pretty and it was nice to sit outside. Merci et au revoir!”, Anne-Marie and George, France, May 2017
- “We have had an excellent week in this cosy and comfortable cottage. The tea, coffee, wine, biscuits etc were a lovely touch and gratefully received and the fresh flowers and plants delightful. The village is beautiful. We had excellent meals at the great Western Arms and a fabulous cooked breakfast in the village cafe. The village shop is so convenient and most items competitively priced. All in all a great time. Best wishes.”, Linda and Mark, March 2017
- “We had a lovely stay for New Year. We love the village. We went to the shop and they were very friendly and helpful. We ate at great Western Arms and The Crown Inn, both were superb! Very friendly and helpful. We didn't do much exploring, just relaxed and we went to Chipping Camden, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Morton in marsh. We would love to come again.”, Helen, Yosepe and Billy, January 2017
- "We've had a fantastic weekend in your lovely cottage. The cottage is very well kept and it was lovely and cosy to come home and light the fire after a cold winter's day out in the Cotswolds! Thank-you for the wine, cake and biscuits. We explored Stow on the Wold and Bourton on Water, which were lovely places. A four mile walk incorporating Broadway Tower was also very enjoyable. Overall a relaxing and comfortable mini break away. Many Thanks", Sarah and Rachel, February 2016
- "We've had a wonderful weekend at your lovely cottage, thank -you! The log fire was great and kept us warm. The peaceful surroundings really helped us to relax. Thank-you so much for the lovely gifts and all the information regarding the house and surrounding areas - very useful.", Kate, Damon and Ava, January 2016
- "Had a lovely Christmas in this very homely, warm cottage. Midnight Mass at the church was wonderful and this is a fantastic village. The cottage has loads of character and it's been awesome to light the woodturner and just relax over the festive season. Thank-you for the lovely gifts of wine, shortbread and choices. Happy 2016 x. Very Comfy bed and lovely sofa and chair. Thank you." Jess. December 2015
- "Thank-you for the wine and biscuits! We have enjoyed out peaceful and relaxing stay in your cottage and the cosy nights in front of the fire. Great location, very clean and well equipped cottage. Thank-you and Merry Xmas." AJ. December 2015
- "We had a lovely weekend in your beautiful cottage an enjoyed peaceful surroundings. Thank-you for the wine, cake and biscuits and for letting us stay in Apple Tree Cottage. We hope to be back soon!" Christine & Steven. October 2015
- "We really enjoyed our stay, it was home from home for us! It is a lovely location to find some peace and quiet from busy London & to explore the local area. We've enjoyed all of your hospitable details- the wine, cake, well thought out equipped home and personal touches. We will definitely recommend you onto family & friends." Jenny & Fabian, London. October 2015
- "Thank-you for your warm welcome - especially for the cake and the wine! And for letting us stay in your beautiful cottage. We really enjoyed our stay exploring the beautiful countryside. Many thanks" Zhe and Friends. September 2015
- "We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your beautiful little cottage - thank-you especially for the cake, wine and biscuits on arrival! Blockley is such a pretty village with a very interesting history and we loved walking round it and reading about the different buildings and their pasts. Our little boy loved the playground in the village green!" Fiona, Carl and Thomas, London. August 2015
- "Thank-you for a wonderful week in a beautiful cottage. Would definitely recommend the village shop breakfast!" Debbie and Malcolm. August 2015
- "Wonderful days in Foxglove Cottage! Thank-you!" P.L.S, Italy. August 2015
- "The Glover family have had a wonderful stay at Foxglove Cottage! The cottage is the perfect size for our little family and is packed with beautiful period features. We really enjoyed the generous welcome package of wine and cake too. The village of Blockley is really gorgeous and our son loved the local playground overlooking the rolling hills. We wish we could have stayed longer. Thank-you!" Laura, Vince and Hugo, London. August 2015
- "What a gorgeous cottage in such a beautiful place! it immediately felt like a home from home and was the perfect place from which to explore the Cotswolds. Thanks Christina!" Sam, Will, Zac and Eli. August 2015
- "A very enjoyable stay in your cottage. Very appreciative of it being so well equipped. Thank-you for the wine and cake. It was a very warm welcome.", Richard, Sue. Sydney, Australia. June 15
- "Thank-you you so much for this wonderful cottage. All the nice small things in here make it an adorable big one! We enjoyed our stay in this breathtakingly beautiful county as much as possible at all! We will definitely come back!", Marco, Solreig & Oaslotta. June 15
- "Thank-you for letting us stay in your cottage. We had a lovely weekend exploring the Cotswolds. You have a lovely garden where we enjoyed our breakfasts.", Margaret and Peter, Barnard Castle, Scotland. June 15
- "Thank- you for letting us stay in your beautiful house. The facilities were excellent, surrounding area very pretty and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.", Yvonne, Greg, Thomas and Camilla. May 2015
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Foxglove 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 |
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| Croissant warming facility |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
DVD player |
| Four ring gas hob |
Fridge |
Freezer |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Electric oven |
Toaster |
Smart TV |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| 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 |
|---|
| Appliance instruction folder |
CO detectors |
Clothes dryer |
| Fire blanket |
Fire extinguishers |
First aid kit |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Ironing board |
| Smoke alarms |
Torches |
Tourist information |
Travel
Foxglove Cottage is located in the peaceful, picturesque village of Blockley.
Travelling by car
Blockley is easily accessed by car, being located approximately 1 mile away from the A44 and approximately 3 miles away from the A429 (Fosse Way), which are two of the main roads through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Blockley is Moreton-in-Marsh (approximately 3 miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately 90 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Blockley is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Birmingham International Airport: 42 miles, approximately 60 minute drive;
- Heathrow International Airport: 76 miles, approximately 90 minute drive;
- Bristol International Airport: 75 miles, approximately 90 minute drive.
