Description
Summary
The Old Great Barn is a delightful Cotswold stone barn conversion which sleeps nine guests (see Key Features), in four bedrooms, with three stylish bathrooms. Dating back to the mid-19th century, this impressive property boasts exposed Cotswold stone walls, exposed beams, a wood burning stove and flagstone flooring. These character features have been complemented by contemporary décor and modern facilities including wireless internet access, two TVs, underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, and a well-equipped kitchen. There is a lovely garden at the rear and off-street parking is available for four cars.
Location
The Old Great Barn is situated in peaceful Filkins, an unspoilt village with a popular country pub, community owned village shop and outdoor swimming pool which is open between May and September. The village is surrounded by breathtaking countryside, with many walks and cycle routes on its doorstep including the famed Thames Path which passes through nearby Lechlade. The medieval market town of Burford is just five miles away and is home to a number of restaurants, pubs, tearooms and independent shops.
Filkins is well-placed for exploring the many picturesque towns and villages of the Cotswolds such as Cirencester, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Bourton-on-the-Water and Bibury. There are also a variety of tourist attractions nearby including the Chedworth Roman Villa, Birdland Park and Gardens, The Cotswold Distillery, the Cotswold Country Park and Beach and the Cotswold Wildlife Park. The latter is just three miles away from Filkins and makes for a great day out for the whole family as dogs are welcome too. Other popular tourist destinations within easy reach include Oxford, Blenheim Palace, Stratford-upon-Avon and Bath.
Description
The Old Great Barn is the perfect retreat for a gathering of friends or family who are seeking a relaxing break surrounded by stunning countryside. The property is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Kitchen |
Well-equipped for rustling up an evening meal, this modern kitchen contains:
- double electric oven with five-ring electric hob
- American-style fridge/freezer with ice maker and water dispenser
- hot plate, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle and Nespresso coffee machine
- wall-mounted Smart TV
- wicker lounge bench
|
| Dining room |
This tastefully decorated dining room has smart flagstone flooring, exposed Cotswold stone walls and floor to ceiling windows which look out over the attractive garden. Providing access to the garden, this room contains:
- wooden dining table with seating for eight
- two armchairs
|
| Utility room |
Located off the dining room, this room contains:
|
| Cloakroom |
Contains:
|
| Snug |
Perfect for escaping with a good book on a rainy day, this room contains:
- two-seater sofa and footstool
|
| Living room |
Finished in a contemporary style, this bright and spacious living area contains:
- eye-catching wood burning stove
- corner sofa which comfortably seats five
- three-seater sofa and footstool
- TV with basic Sky package including Sky Cinema
|
| Master bedroom with dressing room and ensuite bathroom |
With a high vaulted ceiling boasting exposed wooden beams, this striking bedroom contains:
- king size bed
- armchair
- dressing table with chair
The smart dressing room contains:
- two freestanding wardrobes
- full length mirror
The elegant ensuite contains:
- walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
|
| Bedroom 2 with ensuite bathroom |
With lovely countryside views, this charming bedroom contains:
- king size bed
- single bed, suitable for children under the age of 12 only
- chest of drawers and clothes rail
- full length mirror
The ensuite contains:
- walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
|
| Bedroom 3 |
This cosy bedroom contains:
- double bed
- chest of drawers and clothes rail
- full length mirror
|
| Bedroom 4 with dressing room |
With a fun feature wall that children will love, this room contains:
- two single beds
- full length mirror
The large dressing room contains:
- chest of drawers and clothes rail
- heated towel rail
|
| Family bathroom |
The bright and spacious bathroom contains:
- freestanding bath with handheld shower attachment
- walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
|
Fully enclosed, the delightful garden is a superb setting to relax with friends and family in the warmer months. In front of the dining room there is an attractive patio area which houses a charcoal barbecue and an outdoor table with a parasol and seating for eight, and beyond this lies the beautifully maintained lawn.
There is off-street parking for up to four cars on the driveway.
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 £250 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, including its grounds, is eight adults and one child under the age of 12, at any point during your stay. The single bed in bedroom 2 is only suitable for children under the age of 12 which is why the property cannot accommodate groups of nine adults. 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 nine 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 three additional infants.
Pets
Up to two well-behaved 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.
The property’s garden is enclosed, however dogs should be supervised outside at all times.
Bed linen and towels
Bed linen and towels are provided for guests.
Arrival and departure times
Arrival time is after 5pm 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: King size bed and a single bed, suitable for children only
- Bedroom 3: Double bed
- Bedroom 4: 2 x single beds
Bathrooms
- Master bedroom ensuite: Walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
- Bedroom 2 ensuite: Walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin
- Family bathroom: Freestanding bath with handheld shower attachment, walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
Heating, fuel and logs
The property has an oil fired central heating system.
Electricity and oil are included in the rental price. An initial basket of logs is provided for the wood burning stove and further log supplies can be purchased locally.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access and two TVs, one of which has a basic Sky package including Sky Cinema. A telephone is also provided, for emergency calls only.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
There is off-street parking for up to four cars on the private driveway.
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 young children should be supervised outside at all times.
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
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
The Old Great Barn was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in November 2020. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"We really enjoyed our stay at the Old Great Barn! The property is in a great location and has lots of space. Would book again.", Roberto, May 2021
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy The Old Great Barn 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 |
Nespresso coffee machine |
| Five-ring electric hob |
American-style fridge/freezer |
Fridge |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Double electric oven |
Toaster |
Smart TV |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
TV with basic Sky package including Sky Cinema |
| 2 x portable fans |
Hot plate |
|
| 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 |
|
|
| Other equipment and facilities |
|---|
| CO detectors |
Fire blanket |
Smoke alarms |
| First aid kit |
Fire extinguisher |
Ironing board |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Clothes drying rack |
Travel
The Old Great Barn is located in the beautiful Oxfordshire village of Filkins, approximately five miles south of Burford and 16 miles from Cirencester.
Travelling by car
Filkins is easily accessed by car, being located five miles away from the A40, one of the main roads through the Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Filkins is Charlbury (approximately 14 miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately 90 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Filkins is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 66 miles, approximately 70 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 60 miles, approximately 80 minute drive.
