Description
Summary
Quaint End is a beautiful, traditional Cotswold stone cottage, dating back to approximately 1840. The cottage is in the lovely, unspoilt North Cotswolds village of Ebrington and is peacefully located on a quiet lane, at the end of a row of three cottages. Ebrington is well known for its award winning local pub, the Ebrington Arms, and also has a local farm shop and café, whilst the famous market town of Chipping Campden is approximately two miles away. Numerous lovely walks can be taken directly from the cottage and all the well known market towns and villages of the North Cotswolds are within easy reach, as are other attractions, such as Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford and Blenheim Palace.
The cottage was fully refurbished in 2015, with contemporary decor mixing seamlessly with the traditional Cotswold character, which includes oak beams, flagstone floors, an Aga and a Clearview wood burning stove in the kitchen/dining room, an open fire in the living room, and an old well in the garden. The character of the cottage is complemented by its modern facilities, including wireless internet access, two flatscreen TVs, a Fired Earth bathroom and a beautiful handmade oak kitchen.
Quaint End sleeps a maximum of four people, in two bedrooms, with a family bathroom and a ground floor cloakroom. There is a delightful enclosed south west garden, with lovely views across the village to the church, and off-street parking for one car. The cottage is perfect for a family or friends seeking peace and quiet, in a lovely village, yet within easy access of the beautiful towns, villages and countryside of the Cotswolds.
Description
Quaint End is set well back from the road, at the end of a quiet lane. The cottage is accessed via its garden, with the front door opening directly into the kitchen/dining room. The following rooms are on the ground floor:
- Kitchen/dining room: This sociable, dual aspect room is full of character, including oak beams, a flagstone floor and a lovely Clearview wood burning stove. The stylish and well presented kitchen boasts a range of handmade units and solid oak work surfaces, and contains an Aga, fridge freezer with water dispenser, dishwasher, microwave, hob top kettle and a toaster. There is also a good range of Le Creuset pans and ovenware. The dining area contains a wooden table with four chairs, two lovely velvet armchairs, SMART TV and a digital radio with Bluetooth connectivity;
- Cloakroom: Contains a toilet and a hand basin.
Stairs lead up from the kitchen to the first floor landing, off which are the following two rooms:
- Living room: A lovely, light room, with views across the rooftops of Ebrington, which contains an open fire, handmade oak shelves and cupboards, comfy seating for four and a SMART TV with DVD player;
- Family bathroom: The Fired Earth fitted bathroom is spacious and has lovely views of Ebrington. It contains a large bath, separate walk-in rainwater shower, toilet, wash basin, underfloor heating and a heated towel rail.
Further steep and narrow stairs lead up from the living room to the small second floor landing, which leads to the two bedrooms:
- Bedroom 1: A lovely dual aspect room, with exposed ceiling rafters and floorboards, two built in wardrobes and a king size bed.
- Bedroom 2: Another lovely dual aspect room, with exposed ceiling rafters and floorboards, which contains either a super king size bed or two single beds, a small chest of drawers and hanging space.
There is an additional outbuilding available to guests in the garden:
- Laundry room: Contains a washing machine, drying rack and a butler sink.
Quaint End's peaceful garden is split level, with both lawned and gravelled areas, and has lovely views across Ebrington. Within the garden is an old well, with a protective metal grid covering, and there is also a picnic table with umbrella, as well as a bench, two deck chairs and a charcoal barbecue. The garden area also includes an off street parking area – guests should be aware that the two neighbouring properties each have a right of way and a parking space within Quaint End's garden (see 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 up to two additional infants.
Pets
Up to two medium sized dogs are accepted, at a cost of £20 per booking slot per dog.
For the comfort of future guests, we ask that dogs do not go in bedrooms, stay off the furniture and that no trace of a dog remains after your departure. Due to the right of way in the garden, dogs should be kept under control outside at all times.
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
- Master bedroom: King size bed
- Bedroom 2: Super king size bed or 2 x single beds
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom: Bath, walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin, underfloor heating and a heated towel rail
- Ground floor cloakroom: Toilet and hand 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 wood burning stove on the ground floor and the open fire in the first floor living room, and further log supplies can be purchased locally.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and two Smart TVs, one with a DVD player.
There is no telephone at the property. Mobile phone reception is generally OK outside the property, however, it can be variable inside, typically being better towards the top of the cottage.
Parking
The property has off-street parking for one car, however the parking is accessed via a very narrow lane and guests may prefer to park on the street, close to the cottage.
Guests should be aware that the two neighbouring properties have allocated parking spaces within the enclosed garden of Quaint End. This is particularly relevant to guests with children or pets, as the neighbours have the right to access the garden at any time, which could result in the gate being accidentally left open. There is a short lane between the gate and the road, however children and pets should be supervised in the garden at all times.
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 a high chair are provided. The property's garden is enclosed, however please see the parking notes above.
Parents with young children should note that the Aga in the kitchen remains on all the time, so it will always be hot to touch.
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 property and has many character features, including very narrow and steep stairs from the first to the second floor, low bedroom doorways, and multiple floors, 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 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
Quaint End was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in July 2015. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"We loved this property, it was perfect. So cosy and has everything you could possibly need. We are definitely looking forward to staying again soon.", Laura, October 2019
-“We had a lovely relaxing few days staying at Quaint End. A very cosy and well equipped cottage with everything we needed and more. Thank you and we hope to be back very soon”, Marc, September 2019
-“Lovely cottage, very good for a family”, Mariangela, August 2019
-"The cottage has been refurbished to a very high standard including quality furnishings, mattresses and white goods. It is located in an immaculately kept village the locals are very friendly too. The award winning Ebrington Arms is a short stroll away. Lovely local walks no need to leave the village if you choose not to. The property is delightful. Chris the Manager is very helpful and courteous. What a lovely location.", Carol, June 2019
-“We loved Quaint End so much that we extended our stay for another four days. The cottage is cosy, comfortable and very well equipped. Ebrington is an excellent base for local walks and trips to other Cotswolds villages and Stratford Upon Avon. We definitely hope to return”, Sean, April 2019
-"Beautiful cottage with amazing local walks and pubs! Was a lovely cottage and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”, Millie, February 2019
-"Lovely cottage, felt at home straight away. Warm welcome with some essentials and gifts. Well equipped. Great layout with “living kitchen” and separate living room. The bathroom was pure luxury. We were a little apprehensive about the Aga but soon fell in love with it. The Christmas tree and decorations were an added bonus!", Ruth, January 2019
-"Lovely cottage, great location, very peaceful weekend break. everything was in order, we (together with dogs) had a really pleasant stay at the property. Only suggestion would be to include a coffee maker in the kitchen :)."VB, August 2018
- "Fabulous place to stay. Quiet. Peaceful. Cottage was fully equipped. Tastefully decorated. Bathroom amazing. Definitely recommend. Only bugbear terrible mobile signal.", Doreen, June 2018
-"The property was beautiful and very well equipped. In a lovely village with a fantastic pub. The pre-arrival pack was comprehensive and helpful. I would definitely use Character Cottages again and would love to return to Quaint End. Thanks for a wonderful weekend.", Joanna, January 2018
-"Lovely cottage in great location to explore the Cotswolds with excellent pub in walking distance serving good food.", Helen, December 2017
-"Well equipped character cottage in perfectly clean and working condition. Would highly recommend this property.", Dawn, October 2017
-“We had a splendid time at the Quaint End Cottage! The kids felt as if the house came straight out of a fairy tale and adored every minute. Spotless, very well organised with careful attention to details and a very welcoming ‘supply’ for the first breakfast. We also had a great experience with Lady AGA. We can only imagine how cosy it can be in winter... Overall a wonderful vacation at the lovely Cotswolds. We will be happy to come back! Thank you.”, Sharon, Tal, Rotan & Tawar from Tel Aviv, Israel, August 2017
-“Cottage has been delightful, so cosy and comfortable. We enjoyed exploring the surrounding area very much. The Churchill Arms Pub in Paxton has fabulous food and the Ebrington Arms is a joy to visit. Thanks for the gifts in the fridge – much appreciated. We will share the joy of this lovely cottage with our friends. Thanks for a fab stay.”, Cindy & Murray, August 2017
-"Quaint End cottage was perfect for our needs. We would definitely stay again. Super lovely location, close to all the areas we love to visit." Rita, May 2017
-“Beautiful cottage in lovely countryside, perfect place for a Cotswolds stay, very comfortable, tasteful decor with special touches, would definitely recommend.”, Andrew, February 2017
-"The holiday was 5 star! Quaint End Cottage lived up to its name but with modern facilities. Loved cooking on the Aga. Will definitely be returning to the cottage. Even our dog enjoyed his dog friendly holiday! Ebrington is a lovely village with friendly locals a good central location to tour the Cotswolds.", Ffion, October 2016
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Quaint End 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 |
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| Barbecue and utensils |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
DVD player |
| Gas fired Aga |
Fridge/freezer with water dispenser |
Microwave |
| Hob top kettle |
Toaster |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Travel cot (no linen) |
High chair |
2 x Smart TVs |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Aga grid toaster |
Kettle |
Nespresso coffee machine (initial supply of capsules provided) |
| 2 x cafetiere's |
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| 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 |
|---|
| Appliance instruction folder |
CO detectors |
Dustpan and brush |
| Fire blanket |
Fire extinguishers |
First aid kit |
| Clothes dryer |
Iron |
Ironing board |
| Smoke alarms |
2 x dog bowls |
Drying rack |
Travel
Quaint End is located in the peaceful North Cotswolds village of Ebrington.
Travelling by car
Ebrington is easily accessed by car, being located within five miles of both the A44 and the A429 (Fosse Way), which are two of the main roads through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Ebrington is Moreton-in-Marsh (approximately seven miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately ninety minutes.
Travelling by plane
Ebrington is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Birmingham International Airport: 40 miles, approximately 60 minute drive;
- Heathrow International Airport: 80 miles, approximately 100 minute drive;
- Bristol International Airport: 76 miles, approximately 100 minute drive.
