Description
Summary
North House is a beautifully presented Cotswold stone property which sleeps four guests, in two stylish bedrooms, with a family bathroom. The owners have lovingly refurbished the house in a contemporary style with a wonderful open plan living area with oak flooring and an impressive staircase dividing the space. Dating back to the 18th century, the house has a lovely traditional exterior and three ornamental fireplaces which add touches of character through the property. Modern facilities include wireless internet access, a Smart TV and a well-equipped kitchen, and there is a large garden at the rear and off-street parking at the front.
Location
North House is located on a quiet lane in the heart of the picturesque village of Bourton-on-the Water, often voted as one of the prettiest villages in England. Its fantastic location provides a variety of eateries within walking distance, ranging from Chinese and Italian restaurants to the tea room next door. There is a well-regarded pub close by and crossing over the River Windrush leads to the High Street, with further shops and cafes to visit. The popular tourist attractions of Birdland, the Cotswold Motoring and Toy Museum and the Model Village are worth a visit, and the latter features North House itself!
The North Cotswolds is an ideal spot for keen walkers and cyclists as it offers some spectacular routes which fall within this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including the challenging Winchcombe to Burford cycle route which passes through Bourton itself. As well as having stunning scenery on its doorstep, North House is ideally located for exploring the many historic towns and villages of the Cotswolds region, including Stow-on-the-Wold and Broadway, and further afield places such as Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon are close by for day trips.
Description
North House is the perfect retreat for a family or small group of friends who are seeking a relaxing break in the heart of Bourton-on-the-Water. The house is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Living/dining room |
This wonderful living space has been decorated in a contemporary style with the open riser staircase as the focal feature. This room receives plenty of natural light and contains:
- two-seater sofa and two armchairs
- Smart TV
- two ornamental fireplaces
- Oak effect dining table which comfortably seats four guests
- DAB radio
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| Kitchen |
The well presented kitchen is ideal for home cooking and contains:
- electric oven with four-ring induction hob
- fridge with small freezer compartment
- compact dishwasher
- microwave, kettle, Nescafé coffee machine and toaster
|
| Master bedroom |
Overlooking the lane, this bright and spacious bedroom contains:
- double bed
- freestanding triple wardrobe
- vanity table
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| Bedroom 2 |
This stylish dual aspect bedroom overlooks the back garden and the lane at the front and contains:
- two single beds
- built-in wardrobe
- vanity table
- ornamental fireplace
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| Family bathroom |
Contains:
- bath with overhead shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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There is a delightful enclosed garden accessed via the kitchen, which has a lovely lawn area bordered by attractive flowers and shrubs. There are two seating areas on the patio, one with a bistro table with seating for four and the other with lounge seating including Rattan garden furniture and a coffee table, perfect areas for relaxing after a day spent exploring the Cotswolds. A charcoal barbecue is provided all year round.
There is off-street parking for two cars on the driveway at the front of the property.
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
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 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 sizes and configurations
- Master bedroom: Double bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 x single beds
Bathroom
- Family bathroom: Bath with overhead shower, toilet and wash basin
Heating
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, a Smart TV and DAB radio.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
The property has a driveway with parking space for 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), stair gate and high chair are provided.
Please note that the stair gate is suitable for use at the top of the staircase only.
Initial consumables
A small quantity of initial consumables is provided for your convenience (eg. tea, coffee, sugar, handful of Nescafé capsules, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, soap, 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.
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
North House was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in April 2019. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"A great location, offering the Cotswolds experience.", Trevor, August 2020
-"My family and I had a wonderful experience at North Cottage. It's perfectly located near the centre of Bourton-on-the-Water and just as cosy as we were hoping it to be. Lovely layout, a nice garden in back for our 2 year old to run around in, and quick responses from Character Cottages. Next time we head to the Cotswolds we will definitely go to Character Cottages again.", Alexander, March 2020
-"Cottage is a beautiful 2 bedroom cottage right in the heart of Bourton on the Water. Waking to birds in the morning was delightful . It is very close to the Bakery , tea rooms next door and tourist information office 10metres away. Parking at front of house a big bonus. Loved our stay here and would highly recommend”, Robyn, March 2020
-"North Cottage is perfectly located right in the middle of Bourton and is beautifully decorated throughout with comfortable bedrooms and a lovely modern but cosy open plan living and dining area. The bottle of wine on arrival was a lovely thoughtful touch. We would definitely stay again”, Victoria, January 2020
-"Location is perfect! House is modern, clean, well decorated and has everything you need. The parking is great. The hosts are very helpful. Plus a travel cot, high chair and stair gate can be provided, great if you have a little one with you. We were sad to leave as such a lovely place to stay.”, Yvonne, January 2020
-“Wonderful location just a few steps from the water in the middle of town. Perfect space for enjoying town or exploring nearby. Everything just as promised - would definitely stay again.”, Tom, October 2019
-“The cottage was spot less and in a perfect location, we loved our stay and would definitely recommend it.”, Jessica, October 2019
-“Book this lovely cottage if it's available! The instructions and self check-in was a snap, a bottle of wine and helpful tips were waiting on the table, milk in the fridge, coffee, tea and biscuits in the kitchen and a beautiful apple tree in the back yard (in September). You could not be any closer to the high street of Bourton-on-the-Water; a 30 second walk and you were feeding ducks on the river. Parking was right at your front door, too. The cottage was beautifully appointed with thoughtful and useful items throughout, and, more importantly, was sparkling clean. Everything was done in advance to make our 5 day stay idyllic! So glad we chose this as our base in the Cotswolds! Thanks to Michelle and everyone involved for our perfect lodging.”, Abby, October 2019
-“A lovely period cottage in the middle of the beautiful Bourton on the Water village. Short walking distance to everything in Bourton including restaurants, pubs, bakery and supermarket and nice walks. Lovely garden and good functional kitchen. Perfect for two couples or family. Highly recommended.”, Andrew, September 2019
-“Fantastic cottage in a perfect location. Even though The village is busy during the day, it’s still ideal. Two stunning bakeries and lots of nice eating places. The fact that the village is flat makes for easy getting around. Good walks from the village though for those who want. We really enjoyed the easy walk to Lower Slaughter for lunch and onto Upper Slaughter . Highly recommend North Cottage”, Sheila, August 2019
-“We really enjoyed our stay at North House. Thank you for the supplies. The cottage is very comfortable and in a perfect location. Thank you!”, Natalie, August 2019
-“We really loved how beautiful your house is. We love how this house is so close to the bakery and the river (we loved it here!). Thank you!”, Andrea, August 2019
-“We have had a lovely week. It’s a beautiful Cottage to see the Cotswolds”, Janice, August 2019
-"I stayed here for four nights with my mum in August. We had never used Airbnb before or been to the Cotswolds. The location is perfect. We walked everywhere and there were plenty of shops and restaurants to explore. The cottage itself was very clean, organised and comfortable. We enjoyed a bbq one evening in our garden and also many moments just sitting outside in the sunshine. Considering it's location it is so quiet and is a great escape when the village does get busy. An amazing holiday, thank you!”, Natalie, August 2019
-“Such a lovely cottage to stay in while visiting Bourton-on-the-Water. Centrally located to the river and restaurants, making it so convenient to get around the town during your stay. The cottage offers parking which was great especially during the busier times. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone wanting that extra bit of special.”, Tamryn, July 2019
-“We had a wonderful stay here at North House and loved the village. Thank you!”, Anders, July 2019
-“Nice, comfortable place. Wonderful private garden”, Rune, July 2019
-“A beautiful cottage in the centre of the village, just what we needed”, Katharine, June 2019
-“We’ve enjoyed your beautiful home and relaxed instantly. Fresh croissants every morning too from the wonderful bakery. Thank you for sharing your home.”, Ross, June 2019
-“Beautiful home, thank you! Our son adored this place and didn’t want to leave! Great location and service ?”, Aimee, Mick and Felix, June 2019
-“Very nice location and property. I would definitely recommend it and stay there again.”, Temple, June 2019
-"North house is a beautifully appointed property in an excellent location. It is close to the village centre but without the associated noise that often goes with such a convenient location. Character Cottages and the Owners have been exemplary to deal with. We had a really relaxed stay in Bourton-on-the-Water and will definitely return to North House in the future.", Phillip, June 2019
-"It’s an absolutely great location in a beautiful setting. We could just get out and walk to the best places. The communication was great and the place was sparkling clean (better than some hotels).”, Richa, June 2019
-“We enjoyed your home. Great location. Loved the patio and BBQ”, Martin, May 2019
-“Thanks for sharing your home, it’s beautiful! Great location!”, Norene, May 2019
-“We have had a very enjoyable week. The cottage is so comfortable! Thank you for the welcome goodies”, Brian, May 2019
-“We have really enjoyed staying here. It’s a lovely cottage and beautiful location. Thank you!”, Gill and Nick, May 2019
-“The open plan layout downstairs was great for us as we have a 5 month old baby. We really enjoyed our stay. It’s a perfect location for exploring Bourton-on-the-Water and would definitely recommend.”, Daniel, May 2019
-“A beautiful home from which to explore the Cotswolds and visit our family. Perfect for being able to leave the car and walk a lot. Will definitely return! Thank you x”, Geraint, April 2019
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy North 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 |
|---|
| Charcoal barbecue (without coal) |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
Slow cooker |
| Four-ring induction hob |
Fridge with small freezer compartment |
Nescafé coffee machine (initial supply of capsules provided) |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Electric oven |
Toaster |
Smart TV |
| Stair gate |
Wireless internet |
Compact dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
DAB radio |
| 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 |
|---|
| Hair dryer |
CO detectors |
Smoke alarms |
| Fire blanket |
Fire extinguishers |
First aid kit |
| Iron |
Ironing board |
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Travel
North House is located close to the centre of Bourton-on-the-Water, a short walk from all of its shops, pubs and restaurants.
Travelling by car
Bourton-on-the-Water is located next to the A429 (Fosse Way) and is easily accessed by car.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Bourton-on-the-Water is Kingham (approximately eight miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately 90 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Bourton-on-the-Water is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 74 miles, approximately 80 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 48 miles, approximately 60 minute drive.
