Description
Summary
The Machine Rooms is a stylish property which sleeps four guests, in two bedrooms, with two bathrooms. The owners have recently refurbished the property to a high standard, with a contemporary finish which differentiates it from the more traditional cottage interiors. The wooden furnishings in the living area and bathrooms give the property a bespoke feel and the exposed flue from the wood burning stove is a lovely reference to the building’s former purpose. Modern facilities include wireless internet access, two Smart TVs with access to Netflix, and a well-equipped kitchen, and there is a pretty patio at the front of the property and off-street parking for two cars.
Location
The Machine Rooms is located in the peaceful and picturesque Cotswold village of Churchill, which benefits from a well-regarded pub, a church and a village green. The village is surrounded by the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with many lovely walks right on the doorstep including the five mile long ‘Kingham and Churchill’ walk.
Churchill is just two miles away from the village of Kingham, which benefits from a direct train line to both London and Birmingham, and is home to the well known Daylesford spa and farm shop. The village is also close to the famous market towns of Chipping Norton and Stow-on-the-Wold, with their wide range of shops, restaurants and pubs, and further afield places such as Stratford-upon-Avon, Blenheim Palace and Oxford are also all within easy reach.
Description
The Machine Rooms is a perfect retreat for a family or group of friends looking to explore this beautiful area the Cotswolds. The property is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
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| Living/dining room |
This contemporary living area has lovely wooden floors and an exposed wooden beam. This sociable space contains:
- modern wood burning stove
- two-seater sofa, snuggle seat, leather armchair and footstool
- Smart TV with basic Sky package and Netflix access to account holders only
- wooden dining table which seats four guests
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| Kitchen |
The smart kitchen, with light grey wood effect panelling and butler sink contains:
- electric cooker with four-ring induction hob
- American-style fridge/freezer
- dishwasher, kettle, toaster and Nespresso coffee machine
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| Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom |
A beautifully elegant room with an exposed wooden beam and flue from the wood burner downstairs. This room contains:
- super king size bed
- wall-mounted Smart TV with Netflix access to account holders only
- freestanding wardrobe and chest of drawers
- full length mirror
- velvet armchair
The bedroom has a luxurious ensuite bathroom with underfloor heating which contains:
- bath with handheld shower attachment, walk-in shower, toilet, twin wash basins and heated towel rail
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| Bedroom 2 with ensuite bathroom |
Up in the eaves, this lovely bedroom has a Velux window with a blackout blind, exposed wooden beams and the continuation of the flue. This bedroom contains:
- super king size bed or two single beds
- freestanding wardrobe and chest of drawers
- bedroom chair
There is another ensuite bathroom with underfloor heating which contains:
- bath with overhead shower, toilet and wash basin
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The bi-fold doors in the living area open out onto the pretty patio, bordered by pleached Cherry Laurel trees which create an attractive natural screen from the neighbouring cottage. There is a raised bed with small shrubs, and further grasses and flowers grow beneath the trees. A Rattan table with seating for four is provided, along with a charcoal barbecue, and further potted flowers bring colour to the courtyard. Catching the late afternoon sun in the summer months, this is a lovely area to relax after a day spent exploring the Cotswolds. Please note that there is a right of access behind the trees for the neighbouring property.
There is off-street parking for two cars, and a bike rack with space for three bikes is available in the open carport.
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 £100 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 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
One medium sized dog is accepted, at a cost of £20 per booking. Please note that the outside space is not enclosed, so dogs will need to be supervised outside at all times.
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 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 (first floor): Super king size bed
- Bedroom 2 (second floor): Super king size bed or 2 x single beds
Bathrooms
- Master bedroom ensuite (first floor): Bath with handheld shower attachment, walk-in shower, toilet and twin wash basins
- Bedroom 2 ensuite (second floor): Bath with overhead shower, toilet and wash basin
Heating, fuel and logs
The property has an electric central heating system.
Electricity is included in the rental price. An initial basket of logs is provided for the wood burning stove from October to April, and further log supplies can be purchased locally.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and two Smart TVs, one with a basic Sky package and both with access to Netflix.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is variable.
Parking
The property has an allocated open carport for one car, with one additional parking space on the drive in front of the carport.
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.
Guests with young children should be aware that the flue from the wood burning stove runs through both bedrooms and can become hot.
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 property is laid out over three floors and has sloping ceilings on the top floor, 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 property in the event of an emergency.
The flue from the wood burning stove runs through both bedrooms and can become hot.
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
The Machine Rooms 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:
-"Beautiful place in a lovely little setting in Churchill. The house is spotless and very well decorated and furnished and modern. We didn’t want to leave and will definitely return.", Jayne, August 2020
-"A lovely place to stay, can highly recommend it!”, Brian, March 2020
-"Beautiful cottage warm and welcoming, lovely furnishings a very relaxing retreat. Thankyou to the owners for letting us share this wonderful property.", Andrea, December 2019
-"This is a perfect holiday property which has been beautifully converted to a very high standard. The owners have added lovely touches for a home from home feel and a warm welcome awaits you from the moment you arrive. It also has to have the very best en-suites that we’ve ever experienced! It is located in the very peaceful village of Churchill which makes an excellent location for exploring the Cotswolds. I would highly recommend staying at the Machine Rooms and hope to return in the future.", Linda Rowan, November 2019
-"Charming place in a small village in the Cotswolds. There is an excellent pub in the village withing walking distance. A plus. There are other pubs in nearby villages but a car is needed. The interior is stylish, clean and modern. Very nice. Perfect for 2 couples. The main bedroom Is in the first floor. Large. The bedroom in the second floor is also large but with low ceilings. Both bathrooms are excellent with nice amenities. Highly recommended!”, Jorge, October 2019
-“We had a fantastic stay at the Machine Rooms. Everything was just as advertised but what the pictures don't tell you is the homely yet modern feel of this cottage. The kitchen is small but has everything you need. Both bedrooms are ensuite and of good size to fit your luggage and still have space to move around. What makes this place extra special is the location - Churchill is a small village but beautiful and quiet - Daylesford is a 7 minute drive, Chipping Norton is another short drive so it is perfectly located. We had booked to stay for a week and ended up extending our stay for an extra night because we were so comfortable. We travelled with a baby and there was a travel cot and high chair provided. Thank you for a wonderful stay!”, Aarti, October 2019
-"A lovely, comfortable and well appointed cottage ideal for two couples or a small family. Good location for visits to many Cotswold towns, villages and attractions. Short walk to Chequers where food is excellent.", Jan, September 2019
-“This cottage is amazing. Extremely clean and incredibly modern. The pre arrival information you receive really helps you plan your trip and communication was quick and convenient. Would definitely stay here again next time in Cotswolds. The host went over and above in the information kept in a folder at the property and accommodated any requests we asked.”, Zac, August 2019
-"Lovely, clean, well equipped cottage. Supportive host and super quiet location. A perfect getaway.”, Meg, August 2019
-"Everything was great :) I will go again if I have the chance to visit the area again. Beautiful house with all the amenities.” Antoine, August 2019
-"A fabulous holiday all helped by excellent organisation on your part and that of the owners. We wouldn't hesitate to re- book. We were fortunate with good weather which was a bonus.", Rhonda, July 2019
-"Having lived in Churchill previously, it was great to be back. The house was beautiful. Couldn’t fault it. We travelled with two young kids and had a brilliant time. Would highly recommend.”, Lesley, July 2019
-“Beautiful place! Was immaculately clean, with 2 great en-suite bedrooms and a well stocked kitchen. Couldn’t have asked more when communicating, would highly recommend.”, Niall, June 2019
-“Great location and facilities and really clean. Would recommend to anyone looking for a good quality property in the Cotswolds”, Belinda, May 2019
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy The Machine Rooms 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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| Charcoal barbecue (without coals) |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
2 x Smart TVs (one with basic Sky package and both with Netflix access) |
| Four-ring induction hob |
American-style fridge/freezer |
Dishwasher |
| Kettle |
Small selection of games |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Electric cooker |
Toaster |
Nespresso coffee machine (without capsules) |
| Washing machine/tumble dryer |
Wireless internet |
High chair |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
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| General provisions |
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| 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 |
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| Clothes drying rack |
CO detectors |
Smoke alarms |
| Fire blanket |
Fire extinguishers |
First aid kit |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Ironing board |
| Bike rack for three bikes |
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Travel
The Machine Rooms is located in the heart of the peaceful Cotswolds village of Churchill, close to Chipping Norton.
Travelling by car
Churchill is easily accessed by car, being located approximately three miles away from the A44, which is one of the main roads through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Churchill is Kingham (approximately two miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately 90 minutes. A bus service runs between Churchill and the station, with the bus timetable aligning with train arrival and departures.
Travelling by plane
Churchill is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 68 miles, approximately 90 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 50 miles, approximately 60 minute drive.
