Description
Summary
Harts Cottage is a stylish Cotswold stone property which sleeps six guests, in three contemporary bedrooms, with two bathrooms. Dating back to the early 1800s, the property has retained lovely period features including original flagstone flooring, exposed stone, two fireplaces with wood burning stoves, and exposed wooden beams. These character features are complemented by elegant décor and modern facilities including underfloor heating in the well-equipped kitchen and living room, wireless internet access and a Smart TV. The enchanting enclosed garden is awash with colour in the spring and summer months and off-street parking for up to two cars is available at the rear of the property.
Location
Harts Cottage is tucked away in the picturesque, peaceful village of Lower Oddington, with its 11th century church, attractive cottages lining the lanes and well-regarded pub, The Fox Inn, which is popular amongst locals and visitors alike, boasting an award-winning menu and an inviting atmosphere. The neighbouring village of Upper Oddington is also home to a well-loved pub, The Horse & Groom, and a pleasant walk over the fields leads to the Daylesford Organic Farmshop and Café which is open seven days a week, offering breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, evening suppers and more.
Surrounded by the stunning countryside which forms the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there are many delightful walks from the village including routes over to Chastleton House and Garden, owned by the National Trust, The Rollright Stones, a prehistoric stone circle, and Kingham, home to two fine restaurants. Lower Oddington is well-placed for exploring the many charming market towns and villages of the North Cotswolds including Stow-on-the-Wold, Chipping Norton, Moreton-in-Marsh and Bourton-on-the-Water, all offering a range of shops, pubs, tearooms and attractions to enjoy. Further afield destinations such as Oxford, Blenheim Palace and Cheltenham are easily accessible for day trips.
Description
Harts Cottage is the perfect retreat for a family or group of friends who are looking to explore the breathtaking Cotswold countryside and the many award-winning eateries nearby. The cottage is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Sitting room |
This beautiful room boasts original flagstone flooring and a wonderful grandfather clock. Perfect for relaxing, it contains:
- fireplace with wood burning stove
- two-seater sofa, two armchairs and pouffe
- small selection of board games and card games
- monitor for personal games console use
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| Living room |
Overlooking the quiet lane, this stylish room has underfloor heating and contains:
- fireplace with inviting wood burning stove
- two-seater sofa, three-seater sofa and two armchairs
- wall-mounted Smart TV with Amazon Prime and Netflix access for account holders only
|
| Kitchen/dining room |
The impressive open plan kitchen/dining room is flooded with natural light from the bi-fold doors and Velux windows, and the exposed stone adds character to this modern space. Perfect for home cooking, this room with underfloor heating contains:
- electric Aga
- American-style fridge/freezer
- dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster and Nespresso coffee machine
- oak dining table with seating for six
|
| Cloakroom |
Contains:
- toilet and wash basin
- washing machine
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| Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom |
With sloping ceilings, this lovely bright bedroom overlooks the garden and contains:
- king size bed
- chest of drawers and wooden trunk for storage
The well presented ensuite contains:
- bath with handheld shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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| Bedroom 2 |
Situated at the front of the house, this well-proportioned room contains:
- two single beds
- chest of drawers and door hooks
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| Bedroom 3 |
This elegant room overlooks the lane and contains:
- double bed
- chest of drawers and door hooks
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| Family bathroom |
This large contemporary bathroom has stylish monochrome tiling and contains:
- walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, double ended slipper bath, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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The bi-fold doors in the dining room open out into the beautiful garden, a stunning space to relax after busy days exploring the Cotswolds. Fully enclosed, it comprises a gravel area with an outdoor table with seating for six and a charcoal barbecue, and a long lawn which is bordered by gorgeous fragrant flowers adding splashes of colour. Railway sleepers have been used to create further flower beds along the path and bird feeders encourage wildlife to the garden.
At the end of the garden a wooden gate leads to the designated parking area with space for up to two cars.
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 £200 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 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 up to two additional infants.
Pets
One 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 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): 2 x single beds
- Bedroom 3 (first floor): Double bed
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom (first floor): Walk-in rain shower with a separate handheld shower attachment, double ended slipper bath, toilet and wash basin
- Master bedroom ensuite (first floor): Bath with handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
Heating, fuel and logs
The property has an oil fired central heating system.
Electricity and oil are included in the rental price. An initial basket of logs is provided for the wood burning stoves between October and March, and further log supplies can be purchased locally.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access, a Smart TV with access to Amazon Prime and Netflix, and a monitor which guests can plug personal games consoles into.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is variable.
Parking
The property has off-street parking for up to two cars.
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) and high chair are provided.
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, laid out over multiple floors, with low beams and sloping ceilings in some rooms, both 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 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 Harts Cottage. Please note that same sex family groups are welcome.
Corporate and commercial bookings
Unfortunately, this property does not accept corporate, work related or commercial bookings of any kind.
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
Harts Cottage was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in March 2020. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"Great host, excellent communication, went above and beyond with requests. The cottage is in a great location and offers lots of space. We expected the property to impress and it met our expectations.", Anthony, December 2020
Floorplan
3D Tour
Please note that since the 3D tour was taken, the second floor rooms have been locked for owner use only.
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Harts 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 |
|---|
| Nespresso coffee machine (without capsules) |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
Smart TV with Amazon Prime and Netflix (access to account holders only) |
| Dishwasher |
American-style fridge/freezer |
Electric Aga |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Toaster |
| Washing machine |
Monitor for personal games console use |
Selection of board games and card games |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
Wireless internet |
| Charcoal barbecue (without coals) |
Outdoor table and seating |
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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 |
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| Other equipment and facilities |
|---|
| CO detectors |
Fire blanket |
Smoke alarms |
| First aid kit |
Fire extinguisher |
Ironing board |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Washing line and pegs |
| Clothes drying rack |
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Travel
Harts Cottage is located on a quiet lane in the peaceful village of Lower Oddington.
Travelling by car
Lower Oddington is easily accessed by car, being located a few hundred yards from the A436, which connects the A429 (Fosse Way) and the A44, two of the main roads running through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Lower Oddington is Kingham (approximately four miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of less than 90 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Lower Oddington is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 71 miles, approximately 90 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 48 miles, approximately 60 minute drive.
