Description
Summary
PLEASE NOTE THE RAYBURN OVEN IS NOT CURRENTLY WORKING, HOWEVER THERE IS AN ELECTRIC OVEN
Pye Corner Cottage is a beautiful, grade II listed, thatched cottage, peacefully located on the edge of the beautiful Cotswolds village of Broadway, which is often referred to as the "Jewel of the Cotswolds" and the "Show Village of England". Broadway is well known for its excellent art galleries, as well as its restaurants, pubs and gift shops. The village is also perfectly placed for exploring the many beautiful towns and villages of the Cotswolds and the Vale of Evesham, as well as Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare.
The cottage is believed to date back to the early 17th century and contains a wealth of traditional character features, including original oak beams and exposed Cotswold stone walls. The character of the cottage is complemented by its modern facilities, including wireless internet access, a flatscreen TV with DVD player and a large kitchen.
The cottage sleeps a maximum of five people, in three bedrooms, with a family bathroom and downstairs cloakroom. There is a large, enclosed garden and off-street parking for a number of cars. Pye Corner Cottage is an ideal retreat for friends, couples or a family, looking for a peaceful break in an idyllic location.
Description
Pye Corner Cottage is accessed from the garden, via its back door, which leads into the large kitchen. The following rooms are on the ground floor:
- Living room: a large room, with beautiful old oak beams, exposed Cotswold stone and a wooden floor. Contains comfy seating for five and a flatscreen TV with DVD player;
- Kitchen/dining room: another large room, with wooden beams and a tiled floor, the kitchen contains a Rayburn, an electric fan oven and grill, four ring gas hob, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle and fridge freezer. There is also a wooden dining table with seating for six;
- Utility room: A spacious utility space, with a washing machine and a wash basin;
- Downstairs cloakroom: contains a toilet.
Stairs lead up from the living room to the first floor landing, off which are the following rooms:
- Bedroom 1: Contains a king size bed;
- Bedroom 2: Contains two single beds;
- Bedroom 3: Contains a single bed.
- Family bathroom: Contains a bath with separate shower, toilet and wash basin.
Pye Corner Cottage's large enclosed garden is to the rear of the property, with beautiful rural views. The garden is mostly laid to lawn and contains an outdoor table and seating for five, plus a charcoal barbecue during the warmer months of the year. There is a pond in the garden, as well as a Bramley apple tree, Victoria plum tree, strawberries and herbs, which guests are welcome to use.
To the rear of the garden is an off-street parking area, with space for a number of cars to park.
Key Features
Payment
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, including its grounds, is five guests (not including babies 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 five guests at the property.
Pets
Up to two medium sized dogs are accepted, at a cost of £25 per booking per dog.
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 3pm 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
- Bedroom 1: King size bed;
- Bedroom 2: 2 x single beds;
- Bedroom 3: Single bed.
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom: Bath with separate shower, toilet and wash basin;
- Downstairs cloakroom: Toilet and wash basin.
Heating and fuel
The property has a gas central heating system.
Electricity and gas are included in the letting price. The fireplace in the living room is not operational.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and a Freeview TV with DVD player.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
There is off street parking for two cars and further on street parking close by.
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.
The property's garden is enclosed, however, guests should note that there is a pond in the garden.
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 and has many character features, including narrow and steep stairs, and low beams, 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
Pye Corner Cottage is scheduled for launch as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in April 2014 and is in the process of building up customer feedback. With its outstanding presentation and ideal location, we have little doubt that this property will be a favourite with guests.
Other Customer Feedback:
- “Beautiful cottage, ideal location in Broadway. Comfortably furnished. Nice large garden. Dog friendly. Very helpful owner- came over immediately when we had a problem with cooker, and fixed it. Good pub within walking distance. Many walks over public footpaths close to cottage.”, Rajeev, March 2017
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Pye Corner 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 |
|---|
| Barbecue and utensils |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
DVD player |
| Four ring gas hob |
Fridge freezer |
High chair |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Gas oven |
Rayburn |
Music docking station |
| Toaster |
Travel cot (without linen) |
Flatscreen TV |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| 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 |
Fire extinguishers |
| First aid kit |
Iron |
Ironing board |
| Smoke alarms |
Clothes drying rack |
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Travel
Pye Corner Cottage is located on a quiet road, on the edge of the picturesque village of Broadway.
Travelling by car
Broadway is easily accessed by car, being located close to the A44, one of the main roads through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Broadway is Evesham (approximately 7 miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately two hours.
Travelling by plane
Broadway is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Birmingham International Airport: 39 miles, approximately 60 minute drive;
- Heathrow International Airport: 86 miles, approximately 100 minute drive.
