Description
Summary
The Chapel is a distinctive property which sleeps four guests in two bedrooms, with a contemporary family bathroom. This apartment is set over two floors within a former Methodist church which dates back to the 1800s, which has been meticulously finished to a high standard, with many unique artefacts and an impressive glass roof lantern over the dining area. This elegant property has a wealth of modern facilities, including wireless internet access, a Freeview TV, underfloor heating and a well-equipped kitchen.
Location
The Chapel is located opposite the pretty village green in the heart of the market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, just a short walk from the historic market square and St Edward’s Church. Stow is well known for its wide range of shops, pubs, restaurants and tea rooms, as well as the Farmers' Market which takes place every second Thursday of each month, showcasing fantastic local produce.
Stow is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with many lovely walks and cycle routes right on its doorstep, including the Gloucestershire Way walking trail, a 94 mile trail from Chepstow Castle to Tewkesbury, passing through many Cotswold villages and towns on its route.
Description
The Chapel is perfect for a couple, a family, or a small group of friends seeking a relaxing break in one of the best loved market towns of the Cotswolds. The property is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
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| Living/dining room |
This beautifully decorated living space has a fine collection of contemporary art adorning the walls, and a stunning glass roof lantern over the dining area brings natural light. This room contains:
- three-seater sofa and two armchairs
- console table with Freeview TV and a Blu-ray DVD player
- dining table with seating for four
- armchair
- bookcase with selection of books and DVDs
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| Kitchen |
Overlooking the green and Sheep Street, this well-equipped room contains:
- electric oven and four-ring electric hob
- fridge with small freezer compartment
- dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster
- washing machine and tumble dryer
- breakfast table with two stools
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| Cloakroom |
Contains:
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| Master bedroom |
A bright, contemporary room overlooking Sheep Street. This room contains:
- king size bed
- chest of drawers and wall-mounted hooks for additional hanging space
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| Bedroom 2 |
This lovely room contains:
- double bed
- window seat
- wall hooks for hanging space, as well as storage provided by the divan and additional storage space provided by the closet on the landing
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| Family bathroom |
This modern bathroom contains:
- L-shaped bath with rain shower and shower attachment
- toilet and wash basin
- heated towel rail
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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 11am. 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: Double bed
Bathroom
- Family bathroom: Bath with overhead rain shower, toilet and wash basin
Heating
The property has a gas central heating system with underfloor heating.
Electricity and gas are included in the rental price.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access, a Freeview TV and Blu-ray DVD player.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is variable, typically being better outside the property than inside.
Parking
Free on-street parking is readily available, just a short walk away from 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
Guests are welcome to bring their own travel cot and high chair, to accommodate one infant.
Please note that due to space restrictions in bedroom 2, a travel cot would need to be located in the master bedroom, with the door closed to allow for this.
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
Forming part of a converted church, and set over two floors, this property has a steep, winding staircase, 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 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
If you would like to enquire as part of a corporate, work related or commercial booking, please contact us, as these may be accepted at the sole discretion of the property owner.
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
The Chapel was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in November 2018. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"We had a lovely time at the chapel.
Very well equipped everything you would need clean and tidy very homely.
Would definitely recommend.", Kim, July 2021
-"We really enjoyed our stay at The Chapel - lovely accommodation with everything we could need, it was spotless and perfectly situated for a couple of days in Stow. The booking process and provision of information eg change of key box code worked well. We would recommend The Chapel.", Alex, June 2021
-"Wow, what an apartment! The interior design is just perfect and was right up our street. It was very clean and super well stocked/equipped with everything. The apartment is perfectly situated in the centre of Stow, there are lots of lovely restaurants that we went to and can recommend. You can pull up outside the building and load/unload and there is a car park just down the road which is just under £8 per day. We found lots of lovely walks close by and every other amenity is within walking distance. The hosts were very helpful too. Had a super time and will definitely be returning.", Mary, May 2021
-"Most beautiful AirBnB. Very modern and everything we needed.", Annie, December 2020
-"Excellent location and great value. Would stay again and would highly recommend!", Jennifer, September 2020
-"Stylish and comfortable with everything you need for a wonderful break. Probably the best located apartment in Stow! Loved it - thank you.", Steve, September 2020
-"A beautifully designed and furnished apartment. situated in a perfect location within the heart of Stow on the Wold. Attractive contemporary decor featuring many eclectic and idiosyncratic touches, with great attention to detail. Every conceivable aspect relating to prospective guest requirements was readily addressed and the hosts went way above and beyond to ensure a truly pleasurable stay. Parking was easy and free to use, while simply walking out of the front door brings you immediately in close walking distance to a wealth of restaurants, pubs and shopping experiences. We would rebook again in a heartbeat.", Jim, September 2020
-"Lovely place. Right in the centre of Stow-on-the-Wold.", Michael, August 2020
-"The property is extremely well presented and the location is great.”, America, July 2020
-"My family loved our stay here. It was a perfect location to explore the cotswolds and the building had so much character and charm.", Kelly, August 2020
-"Perfection! Cosy, stylish, clean! We had the loveliest stay at this little apartment. We loved everything about the property and would highly recommend it to anyone. Stow is a great village with lots of shops, pubs and country walks. We are hoping to visit again soon! Thanks for making our stay so fabulous :)”, Alexandra, March 2020
-"Beautiful accommodation in the heart of Stow - perfect for exploring the area and relaxing at home. Thank you.", Malcolm, February 2020
-"A beautiful apartment in such a great location. Within very easy walking distance to shops, pubs and restaurants. We had such a lovely weekend in the cottage - it was so beautifully presented and very clean. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again!”, Tess, January 2020
-"We had a very comfortable and relaxing stay in your beautiful, clean and inviting home. Everything was tastefully and thoughtfully decorated and appointed. The location couldn't have been better, in central Stow on the Wold. The only thing missing in the well stocked kitchen was a cutting board, but we managed. We had a lovely stay over Christmas and hope to return one summer.", Susanne, January 2020
-"Beautiful space in an excellent location.”, Suzanne, October 2019
-"Absolutely gorgeous house, and the best location. The decor was modern and quirky, and it had everything you could need during your stay. Walking distance to everywhere in Stow with some pubs and restaurants literally on the doorstep.", Poppy, October 2019
-"Fantastic apartment in a great central location", Olivia, October 2019
-“Stylish flat. Very clean. Stow on the wold is a lovely little town very well located in the Cotswolds.”, Estelle, September 2019
-"Fantastic accommodation and loved the Cotswolds.", Patrick, September 2019
-“Beautiful premises in a small village. Extensive modernisation has been undertaken and the accommodation is stunning and luxurious. The garden is large and user friendly.”, Delyth, September 2019
-“Great location, easy access, clean with good facilities.”, Len, September 2019
-"Everything thing about the Chapel was wonderful; location, decor, amenities and ease. We hope to be back!”, Martha, June 2019
-“Lovely accommodation right in the heart of Stow on the Wold - just a few steps or so (literally) out of the Old Chapel. Stylish and quirky decoration that always has you looking at the interior surroundings. Modern fittings and appliances - and very comfortable beds! Parking not an issue if you follow the advice given in the booking information.”, Gina, May 2019
-“Stunning property, fantastic location!!”, Caroline, April 2019
-“Very nice place”, Zekun, April 2019
-"Beautiful property, we loved our stay.. the hosts were excellent. We will return and recommend this property highly. Thank you for having us.", Ethna, March 2019
-"Perfect location. Fabulous accommodation. A little gem in Stow.”, Jessica, March 2019
-"Lovely, clean, stylish and very comfortable beds! Well located, lots of lovely places to eat.”, Joanna, February 2019
-"We loved our stay at The Chapel, the interior decor was beautiful, the bedrooms stunning and beds were extremely comfortable -5 Stars! The Chapel offers high quality finishing sand linen and the space is exactly as shown on the photos. We will certainly go back without a doubt! Thank you very much!”, Christine, January 2019
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy The Chapel 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 electric hob |
Fridge with freezer compartment |
Cafetiere |
| Toaster |
Microwave |
Digital radio and Bluetooth connector |
| Dishwasher |
Washing machine |
Tumble dryer |
| Wireless internet |
Freeview TV |
Blu-ray DVD player |
| Puzzles and board games |
Selection of books and DVDs |
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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 |
|---|
| Clothes drying rack |
First aid kit |
Smoke alarms |
| Fire blanket |
Fire extinguishers |
Hair dryer |
| Iron |
Ironing board |
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Travel
The Chapel is located in the centre of Stow-on-the-Wold, with a very short walk to all of Stow's shops, pubs and restaurants.
Travelling by car
Stow is conveniently located at the junction of seven roads, including the A429 (Fosse Way), and is easily accessed by car.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Stow is Kingham (approximately five miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately 90 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Stow is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 73 miles, approximately 90 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 45 miles, approximately 60 minute drive.
