Description
Summary
Hetty’s Stables is a beautiful semi-detached barn conversion which sleeps seven guests, in three smart bedrooms, with three well presented ensuite bathrooms. Named after the family’s beloved first pony, this recently converted property has been finished to a high standard with modern facilities including wireless internet access, a Freeview TV, underfloor heating in the ground floor living areas and a well-equipped kitchen.
There is a private patio area at the rear of the property and beyond this lies a vast lawn which is shared with Flynn’s Barn. Sat within the grounds of Aylworth Cottage, guests are welcome to wander the eight acres of land which form the owners’ estate, and for keen riders, horses can be stabled in the paddocks by prior arrangement with the owners. There is off-street parking for up to three cars on the shared driveway at the front of the property.
Location
Hetty’s Stables is situated in the peaceful hamlet of Aylworth, a picturesque spot in the heart of the Cotswolds which offers an abundance of walking, riding and cycling trails. Footpaths crossing the neighbouring fields lead to the nearby villages of Naunton, Cold Aston and Guiting Power, all home to popular country inns including The Black Horse Inn and The Hollow Bottom. The much-loved village of Bourton-on-the-Water is only four miles away and can be walked to following The Windrush Way walking trail, a scenic route over the hills which links Winchcombe to Bourton. Bourton has a range of pubs, restaurants and tearooms to enjoy and in the quiet hamlet of Notgrove stands The Nuttery, a newly opened community hub which serves delicious food during the day.
Whilst enjoying a tranquil rural setting, Hetty’s Stables is ideally located for exploring the many lovely towns and villages of the North Cotswolds including Stow-on-the-Wold, The Slaughters and Broadway. The regency spa town of Cheltenham is just 12 miles away, host to an impressive calendar of festivals including the renowned Cheltenham Festival, one of the most popular horse racing events in the UK. World-famous tourist destinations such as Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford, Blenheim Palace and Bath are all easily accessible for day trips.
Description
Hetty’s Stables is the ideal choice for a family who are looking to explore the breathtaking Cotswold countryside. The property is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Living room |
This stylish and light dual aspect room has an attractive exposed brick wall and cosy underfloor heating. It contains:
- contemporary wood burning stove
- Freeview TV
- two two-seater sofas, armchair, occasional chair and wooden rocking chair
- selection of books and board games
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| Kitchen/dining room |
This sociable space with underfloor heating is perfect for enjoying home cooked meals. It contains:
- double electric oven with four-ring electric hob
- fridge/freezer
- dishwasher, microwave, two cafetières, kettle and toaster
- radio
- wooden dining table with seating for seven
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| Bedroom 3 with ensuite bathroom |
Discreetly located off the dining area, this tastefully decorated room with underfloor heating contains:
- king size bed
- freestanding wardrobe with shelving
- two bedside tables
The spacious ensuite bathroom has access to the back garden and contains:
- walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
- washing machine
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| Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom |
This bright and elegant room located in the eaves boasts far reaching countryside views from the gable apex window. It contains:
- king size bed
- built-in wardrobe and chest of drawers
- chair
The light and airy ensuite bathroom contains:
- walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
|
| Bedroom 2 with ensuite bathroom |
This dual aspect bedroom overlooks the garden and fields and contains:
- three single beds
- chest of drawers
The smart ensuite bathroom contains:
- bath with overhead rain shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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French doors from the dining area lead out onto the private patio which has a wooden table with seating for seven, perfect for evening meals in the warmer weather. Cotswold stone steps lead up to the large lawn area, shared with the neighbouring property, which offers wonderful countryside views. Guests are welcome to explore the vast green fields and paddocks which make up the owners’ eight acres of grounds, and horses can be stabled in the paddocks by prior arrangement with the owners.
There is off-street parking for up to three cars on the shared driveway and free on-street parking is available on the quiet lane.
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 seven 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 seven 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
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
- Bedroom 2 (first floor): 3 x single beds
- Bedroom 3 (ground floor): King size bed
Bathrooms
- Master bedroom ensuite (first floor): Walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
- Bedroom 2 ensuite (first floor): Bath with overhead rain shower, toilet and wash basin
- Bedroom 3 ensuite (ground floor): Walk-in shower, 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 stove and further log supplies can be purchased directly from the owners.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access, a Freeview TV and a radio.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
There is off-street parking for up to three cars on the shared driveway and additional parking is available on the lane 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
A travel cot (without linen), high chair and fixed stair gate are provided. The stair gate is located at the top of the stairs on the first floor landing.
The property’s garden is not enclosed and as the shared lawn area is raised above the patio, 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, 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 first floor of the property is located in the eaves and therefore the rooms on this level have sloping ceilings 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 shared lawn area is raised above the private patio and therefore young children must be supervised outside at all times due to the drop between the levels.
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.
Owners
Hetty’s Stables is a semi-detached property in the grounds of Aylworth Cottage where the owners live.
Hen and Stag parties
Unfortunately, Hen and Stag parties are not allowed at Hetty’s Stables.
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
Hetty's Stables was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in November 2019. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"Beautiful stay with plenty of room, a warm fireplace and perfect location for exploring.", Jesse, May 2021
-"We had a great time at Hetty's. The booking process, pre arrival info and the checking in is superb and hassle free. The property was immaculate and lovely to stay in. Amazing location and great hosts. Will defo stay their again.", Ian, April 2021
-"Very well maintained, cosy, and well stocked apartment within easy reach of lovely walks and nearby towns. Really enjoyed our stay.", Sonam, October 2020
-"Absolutely beautiful place and the location was so quiet and peaceful too! The owners were always happy to help and provide tips for the local area. Could not have asked for a better stay! 100% would stay here again!", Jonathan, October 2020
-"We stayed at Hetty's stables for three nights at the beginning of September, a family of five. Great comfortable place with serene surroundings providing central location to attractive villages, walking routes and good places to eat. Super hosts, with Meghan even posting items inadvertently left at the property. Would very much like to return in the future.", Gurd, September 2020
-"Amazing place.. peaceful... really comfortable and great space for 4 adults 3 children under 8. Close to so many fantastic days out. Would definately stay here again.", Mike, August 2020
-"Beautiful cottage with great indoor space, well located for access to some popular tourist attractions.”, Bhavin, August 2020
-"We had a fantastic stay at Hetty’s stables and would not hesitate to return one day. Meg was quick to welcome us and was very friendly and helpful! The cottage is beautiful and in a brilliant position for travelling to local tourist spots. Thankyou again for a brilliant week.", Jessica, August 2020
-"Lovely property finished and furnished to a really high standard. Owners helpful and on hand at all times but equally left you to it if not required. Lovely location. Thanks for a fab stay.", Emily, March 2020
-"Lovely property finished and furnished to a really high standard. Owners helpful and on hand at all times but equally left you to it if not required. Lovely location. Thanks for a fab stay", Emily, March 2020
-"Great cottage, would stay again!", Harshil, February 2020
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Hetty's Stables 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 |
|---|
| 2 x cafetières |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
Radio |
| Four-ring electric hob |
Fridge/freezer |
Small selection of books and games |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Double electric oven |
Toaster |
Freeview TV |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
Stair gate |
| 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 |
Clothes drying rack |
Travel
Hetty's Stables is located in the quiet hamlet of Aylworth, approximately four miles from the popular village of Bourton-on-the-Water.
Travelling by car
Aylworth is easily accessed by car, being located approximately four miles away from the A429 (Fosse Way) and approximately seven miles away from the A40, two of the main roads running through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Aylworth is Kingham (approximately 12 miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of less than 90 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Aylworth is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 76 miles, approximately 90 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 52 miles, approximately 70 minute drive.
