Description
Summary
Lanes Cottage is a beautiful Grade II listed property which dates back to the 1850s, and sleeps three guests, in two bedrooms, with a modern, ground floor shower room. Built from traditional Cotswold stone, the cottage has many character features including exposed wooden beams, an original Cotswold stone chimney breast and an abundance of local artwork. Modern touches include wireless internet access, a Smart TV and a Sony music system with CD player. There is a lovely garden at the rear of the property and on-street parking is available close by.
Location
Lanes Cottage is located in the heart of Chipping Campden, one of the best loved and most picturesque market towns in England. In addition to the wide range of small shops, pubs, tea rooms and restaurants, Chipping Campden is also popular with those who enjoy historic architecture, with St James’ Church, the Almshouses and the East Banqueting House being classic examples.
It is also surrounded by the stunning Cotswolds countryside, with the 100 mile long Cotswold Way walking trail starting in the town itself. The many other beautiful towns and villages of the Cotswolds are all just a short drive away, as are well known places such as the gardens at Hidcote, Stratford-upon-Avon and Blenheim Palace.
Description
Lanes Cottage is an ideal choice for a couple, or a small family, looking to explore this lovely area of the Cotswolds. The cottage is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Living room |
This cosy room is full of character and contains:
- Cotswold stone fireplace with open fire
- two-seater sofa and two armchairs
- Smart TV and DVD player
- Sony music system with CD player, radio and iPod connector
|
| Dining room |
Separated from the living room by the staircase, this space contains:
- wooden table which comfortably seats three guests
- sideboard with a compendium of games
|
| Kitchen |
Two steps lead up from the dining area to the well-equipped kitchen. This well-lit room contains:
- electric oven
- four-ring electric hob
- fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster
- dishwasher and washing machine
|
| Shower room |
This stylish room has a Velux window and contains:
- walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
|
| Master bedroom |
A beautiful room with an eye-catching Cotswold stone chimney breast. This room contains:
- king size bed
- fitted wardrobes and bedside cabinets for storage
- dressing table with mirror
|
| Bedroom 2 |
A well-lit, cosy room with an exposed Cotswold stone feature wall. This room contains:
- 4ft double bed
- bookcase and shelves
- hooks for hanging space
|
French doors from the kitchen open onto a patio area which has a table and chairs. From here, stone steps lead up to the next tier, with two lawn areas and a garden path bordered by pretty shrubs. The path leads to a top terrace, with a bistro table and two chairs, perfect for al fresco dining in the early evening sun. Free on-street parking is readily available near the cottage.
Key Features
Key Features
Booking and payment
Character Cottages is a marketing agency and we do not own or manage any of the cottages listed on our website. 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 three guests (including infants in cots), 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 three guests at the property.
Pets
Up to one small 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 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: King size bed
- Bedroom 2: 4ft double bed
Bathroom
- Walk-in 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 real fire between October and April, and further log supplies can be purchased locally.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access, a Smart TV, DVD player and a Sony music system with radio, CD player and iPod connector.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
Free on-street parking is available close to 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) 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, Grade II listed property with character features, including low door frames and steps into some rooms, 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 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
Lanes Cottage was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in December 2018. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-“A beautiful cottage right in the heart of things. Perfect for a weekend break. The boys were delighted with the chocolate cake on arrival and the milk was a welcome extra and saved us shopping until the next morning. Everything was perfect for the day, so thank you.”, Helen, Kai, Zak and Marty, March 2019
-“We have had a wonderful four days in the Cotswold’s. The cottage and garden have been a delight. Cosy by the fire in the evenings and we enjoyed having our lunch in the garden as the weather has been gorgeous. Everyone has been extremely friendly here and we don’t want to go back to the ‘rat race’. Thank you so much for the delightful cottage, hope to be back very soon.”, Heather, Andy and Charlotte, March 2019
-"Really lovely cottage and very thoughtful to leave us coffee and cake for our arrival. Thank you!", Adam, March 2019
-“Such a cozy cottage and perfect location for our quiet week away. The milk and cake were a lovely touch. We’ve not roamed far, but enjoyed the facilities, pubs and restaurants right here on the doorstep. All in all a lovely break.”, Vivienne and Paul, February 2019
-“We had a wonderful week and really enjoyed the fantastic location. Cottage has everything you may need. The cottage has really comfortable beds, which is important and bedding is very lovely. Thank you very much for our stay.”, Ivi, December 2018
-“We had a very special Christmas here, very lovely cottage and incredibly handsome. Thank you.”, Claire and Kim, December 2018
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Lanes 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 |
|---|
| Charcoal barbecue (without coals), available from April to October |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
Sony music system with radio, CD player & iPod connector |
| Four-ring electric hob |
Fridge |
Electric oven |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| DVD player |
Toaster |
Smart TV |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
Selection of board games, books & CDs |
| 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 extinguishers |
First aid kit |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Ironing board |
Travel
Lanes Cottage 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) 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.
