Description
Summary
No.3 The Old Coach House is a beautiful Grade II listed Cotswold stone property which sleeps two guests, in one bedroom, with one bathroom. Situated within a former 19th century coach house, this spacious apartment has been elegantly styled to create a contemporary yet cosy home away from home. Modern facilities include wireless internet access, a Smart TV and underfloor heating, and free on-street parking is readily available nearby.
Location
No.3 The Old Coach House is situated in the peaceful village of Blockley, a picturesque village with two country pubs, a historic Norman church, the enchanting Mill Dene Gardens and the popular community owned shop and café. The café sits opposite the property and serves delicious food during the day and hosts a couple of dinner evenings too. Surrounded by wonderful countryside, there are many walks and cycle routes on its doorstep including footpaths to the nearby market towns of Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh.
Blockley is well-placed for exploring the many charming towns and villages of the North Cotswolds including Stow-on-the-Wold, Winchcombe, Broadway and Bourton-on-the-Water, all home to a number of pubs, restaurants, tearooms and independent shops. There are also a variety of tourist attractions to discover such as Birdland Park and Gardens, the Lavender Fields at Snowshill, Sudeley Castle and the Cotswolds Distillery. Further afield destinations such as Stratford-upon-Avon, Blenheim Palace and Warwick Castle are within easy reach for day trips.
Description
No.3 The Old Coach House is the perfect retreat for a romantic getaway in the heart of the North Cotswolds. The property is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Living/dining room/kitchen |
Finished in a contemporary style, this airy open plan living area has underfloor heating and lovely views of the churchyard. This room contains:
- three-seater sofa, two armchairs, footstool and window seat
- Smart TV with Netflix access for account holders only
- small selection of games
- wooden dining table with seating for four
- electric oven with four-ring induction hob
- fridge with small freezer compartment
- dishwasher, washing machine, toaster, kettle and Nespresso coffee machine
|
| Bedroom |
A step up leads into the stylish bedroom which boasts a warm and cosy feel. Generous in size, this room contains:
- king size bed
- ornate chest of drawers and built-in wardrobe with full length mirrored door
- bedroom chair and upholstered bench
|
| Bathroom |
Beautifully presented, this modern bathroom has underfloor heating and contains:
- walk-in rain shower, toilet and wash basin
|
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 is two 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 two 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
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 size and configuration
Bathroom
- Walk-in rain 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.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and a Smart TV with access to Netflix.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
Free on-street parking is readily 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 high chair is provided and guests are welcome to bring their own travel cot, to accommodate one infant.
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
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.
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
No.3 The Old Coach House was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in February 2021. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-“Thank you for such a wonderful stay, we had an unforgettable long weekend (we got engaged ☺️) and the cottage was the perfect setting.”, Cherry, August 2021
-"Lovely, clean and homely place in a great location. Would definitely come back and stay.", Megan, April 2021
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy No.3 The Old Coach House 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 |
|---|
| Electric oven |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
Kettle |
| Four-ring induction hob |
Fridge with small freezer compartment |
Toaster |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Smart TV with Netflix (access to account holders only) |
Nespresso coffee machine (without capsules) |
Small selection of games |
| High chair |
|
|
| 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 |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Clothes drying rack |
Travel
No.3 The Old Coach House is located in the centre of the picturesque village of Blockley.
Travelling by car
Blockley is easily accessed by car, being located approximately one mile away from the A44 and approximately three 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 three 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:
- Heathrow International Airport: 76 miles, approximately 90 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 42 miles, approximately 60 minute drive.
