Description
Summary
The Tap Room is a Grade II listed Cotswold stone cottage which sleeps four guests, in two bedrooms in the eaves, with a ground floor family bathroom. Dating back to the 17th century, the cottage has a quaint and traditional exterior which belies its contemporary interior finish and modern facilities, including wireless internet access, a Smart TV and underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. The owners have retained beautiful character features which include exposed beams and exposed Cotswold stone walls, and at the rear of the property there is an attractive garden and off-street parking for two cars.
Location
The Tap Room is located in the heart of the picturesque village of Kingham, often voted as ‘England’s Favourite Village’, with its large green, thatched cottages and St Andrew’s Church. Just a minute away from the cottage are two highly acclaimed pubs, The Wild Rabbit and The Kingham Plough, both firm favourites with food critics who praise the sublime locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Another popular spot is the Daylesford Organic Farmshop and café which is both family and dog friendly and makes for a great lunch destination as it’s only a mile and a half from the cottage across the glorious Cotswold countryside. In August, the village plays host to the Big Feastival, a festival with live music, family centred entertainment and a diverse selection of street food.
Situated within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Kingham is surrounded by spectacular countryside with countless walks and cycle routes to explore. The village is close to many of the well-loved towns and villages of the North Cotswolds including Stow-on-the-Wold, Chipping Norton, The Oddingtons and Bourton-on-the-Water. Further afield destinations such as Cheltenham, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon and the spa town of Bath are also within reach for day trips.
Description
The Tap Room is perfect for a romantic break for two, or for a get together of friends and family who are looking for a relaxing break in the heart of the North Cotswold countryside. The cottage is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
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| Living room |
This beautifully presented dual aspect room has a stunning exposed Cotswold stone feature wall, along with exposed wooden beams and wooden floors. This room contains:
- two two-seater sofas and cube footstool
- leather Ottoman
- Smart TV with DVD player
- Bluetooth speaker
- selection of DVDs, children's toys, books, puzzles, board games and cards
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| Dining room |
The stylish dining area is flooded with light from the two floor to ceiling windows which frame the back door, offering delightful views of the garden. This space contains:
- wooden table with seating for six
- bookcase with selection of books
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| Kitchen |
Overlooking the garden, the tastefully decorated kitchen has lovely solid wood counters and partially exposed Cotswold stone which adds a rustic feel to the room. It contains:
- electric oven
- four-ring electric hob
- fridge with small freezer compartment
- washing machine
- slimline dishwasher, microwave, kettle, cafetière and toaster
- DAB radio
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| Family bathroom |
The modern bathroom has underfloor heating and an exposed Cotswold stone windowsill which complements the otherwise contemporary finish. This room contains:
- bath with overhead shower, separate handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
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| Master bedroom |
This elegant bedroom has an eye-catching Cotswold stone feature wall, exposed wooden beams and a Velux window which bathes the room in natural light during the day and keeps out the early morning light with blackout curtains. This room contains:
- king size divan bed
- large cupboard with hanging rail
- Ottoman with two drawers
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| Bedroom 2 |
Another charming bedroom in the eaves with an exposed Cotswold stone wall and Velux window with blackout curtains. Overlooking the garden, this room contains:
- two single divan beds
- cupboard and hooks behind the door for storage
- Ottoman with two drawers
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The stunning garden wraps around the cottage, providing plenty of space for guests to relax and unwind on fair weather days. Though mostly laid to lawn, there is a paved patio area with ample seating, along with an outdoor table and a charcoal barbecue (available during the summer months). Leafy shrubs and lavender border the lawn, and welcome shade is cast by the two mature trees. This attractive outdoor space is fully enclosed, however, young children and dogs should be supervised at all times.
Off-street parking for two cars is available within the open carport at the rear of the property.
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
One medium sized dog, or two smaller dogs, are welcome to stay at The Tap Room, 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 fully enclosed, however, dogs should be supervised outside at all times. For very tiny dog breeds that could potentially fit through the garden gate, a three metre tie out cable is provided, if required.
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: 2 x single beds
Bathroom
- Family bathroom (ground floor): Bath with overhead shower, separate handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
Heating and fuel
The property has an oil fired central heating system.
Electricity and oil are included in the rental price.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access, a DAB radio, Bluetooth speaker and a Smart TV with a DVD player.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
The property has a carport at the rear, with parking space for two cars.
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 fully 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
This is an old, Grade II listed property and has many character features including sloping ceilings and low beams, both of which could pose difficulty to guests with limited mobility, or carrying babies, 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.
Other
The garden is regularly maintained by a professional gardening service and this work is generally carried out when the property is vacant. During peak periods, the gardener may need to carry out work whilst the property is occupied, this work will be completed as quickly as possible and with as little disturbance as possible to guests.
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 Tap Room was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in July 2019. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-“The Tap Room is a lovely little cottage in a perfect Cotswold Village. There are 2 fantastic pubs on the doorstep (worth booking if you plan to visit), and many great activities and day trips in driving distance. We were lucky enough to have good weather and so enjoyed the BBQ the cottage comes with and the lovely garden. The main bedroom is a good size for a short break - though taller people be aware of some very low ceilings. I'm 5' 10" and needed to keep ducked down, which is no bother but something to remember in the night! Kitchen had everything we needed, though we only cooked on the BBQ so I cannot comment on the oven as we were fortunate to not need to use it. A good short break we did not expect to get in Summer 2020!”, Kathryn, August 2020
-"The Tap Room is a lovely cottage right in the centre of Kingham - a beautiful quiet village perfectly located for exploring the Cotswolds. It is small and cosy but big enough for our party of 4. The kitchen is well equipped. Because of Covid all ornaments had been removed but that did not detract from the stylish feel of the place. The weather was great during our stay so we spent a lot of time in the patio area, which is large and well equipped. There are 2 pubs/restaurants within 200m of the cottage plus a small general store. We visited the Plough during our stay. Good food and service - recommended. Daylesford is nearby., with a farm shop, cafe, restaurant and spa. The walk from Kingham is easy and pleasant. We stopped for breakfast/coffee on a couple of occasions. Very nice. We would happily stay again.”, Andrew, July 2020
-"Really lovely and clean cottage. Great outdoor space and bbq and ideal for having a dog too.", Fran, July 2020
-"The Tap Room is a gorgeous cottage which had all the necessary mods cons whilst retaining its character. The cake provided was a lovely touch as we were celebrating my partner’s birthday. Thank you! Tall people will need to beware not to bump their heads in the bedrooms as the slope of the ceiling is pronounced! Would definitely book again.", Fionna, July 2020
-"Diana and I were very impressed with the care and attention to detail with which Kevin and Rachel had fitted out the cottage for their guests. Everything that we needed was there and the cottage was very comfortable. The key lock system worked very well! ", Christine, March 2020
-"The Tap Room is beautiful, spotlessly clean and with a well-appointed kitchen plus games and local information. The living space and furniture were comfortable and stylish. Kingham is a lovely village, with two very nice local pubs in The Plough and The Wild Rabbit both an easy walk away. Eating at the Wild Rabbit and the nearby Daylesford Farm was fantastic and both within easy reach.", Richard, March 2020
-"An absolutely gorgeous little place to stay, right in the heart of Kingham and a perfect base to explore the surrounding area.”, Katherine, March 2020
-"Had a great girly weekend at The Tap Room. Lovely location for walking, beautiful house, will definitely be returning!", Stacey, Claire, Georgia & Jenny, February 2020
-" A lovely stay in this beautiful cottage. Hope to visit again in warmer weather. Thanks.", The Harris Family, January 2020
-"Another lovely stay at The Tap Room. Really cosy and a lovely little village with two great pubs. The Plough is under new ownership and they have a new menu which we found excellent. Will definitely be back to enjoy this lovely cottage again.", Jean & John, December 2019
-"A stunning, cosy cottage in beautiful surroundings. Thank you for a fantastic one night stay.", Tony, December 2019
-"Had a lovely stay at The Tap Room, what a beautiful little village in a beautiful location. Advent calendar was a delightful touch and we really appreciated all the extra info provided in the welcome pack. Hope to be back sometime in the future ?.", Rod, Lily & Paige, December 2019
-"A restful break in a very comfy cottage. The Christmas decorations are lovely and made it especially welcoming. Thank you.", Pat & Bob, December 2019
-"We have loved every moment staying in The Tap Room. Enjoying the amazing surroundings and the beautiful accommodation/ Great location to enjoy visiting the various charming villages around. Thank you so much for letting us stay in your home and we hope to be back soon! xx.", The Mullins Family, November 2019
-"The cottage was absolutely stunning, the underfloor heating when it was so chilly outside was amazing and then with downstairs being cozy and warm the bedrooms upstairs never got too hot which made sleeping perfect. All the toys available for our little one to play with was brilliant and she had a lot of fun emptying all the bags and then watching us put them all back before repeating the exercise.", Tessa Barton, November 2019
-“Really lovely little cottage, ideal for 2 people! the location is amazing being just a stones throw away from some great pubs, and Daylesford Farm. It was really clean with lots of amenities, and very handily for us lots of toys and games for our little one. Would definitely recommend and will hopefully be staying again soon!”, Nicholas, November 2019
-"We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Tap Room. The cottage is beautiful in the most perfect location. We were thrilled that it was ideal for young children (2 x babies and a toddler). The toddler was very happy with all the toys in the ottoman. Thankyou for having us, it’s been a pleasure exploring the Cotswolds with lovely weather.", The Hunt Family, October 2019
-"We had fun at The Tap Room and we went to lots of different villages, it was very nice, it was very comfy and very nice place to stay. Thank you. The house is lovely and had everything we needed. Visited Stow, Burton on the Water, Broadway, Oxford. All absolutely stunning. The two pubs in the village serve fantastic food. Our favourite pub is The Wild Rabbit, played board games while enjoying a drink or two. Thanks again for sharing your home with us and for helping to make lots of lovely memories x x", The Maher Family, October 2019
-“Great weekend spent with friends in a lovely central location in Kingham in the Cotswolds and close to all the beautiful villages and walks - comfy spacious cottage with a great garden definitely recommended”, Sandra, September 2019
-“What a beautiful cottage. Had everything we needed and kids loved the books & DVDs. We loved our stay here and hope to be back again soon. Perfect location too.”, Sarah, Martin, Oliver and Charlie, September 2019
-“Amazing cottage and location. Went to many of the local attractions during our stay. Can highly recommend Burford Garden Centre, you’ll be there for a few hours and I would suggest stopping for lunch. We will be back again!”, Ian, September 2019
-"Fab little place. Enjoyed place and village. A very comfortable stay for girlie weekend. x.", Sharron & Jan, September 2019
-"We have had a most enjoyable stay in this lovely cottage despite the unsettled weather. The visit to Waddesdon Manor was the highlight of the week/ Thank you ever so much and I am sure we will return.", Graham, September 2019
-"We have very much enjoyed our stay at The Tap Room. Delightful cottage and very comfy beds. Loved the location. Many excellent places to dine locally and further in Stow. Thank you very much, we hope to stay again in the future.", The Arnold Family, September 2019
-"Beautiful place, I’d love to stay here again. But I did find a very big spider that my Stepdad had to remove. Very nice stay.", Mr & Mrs Ilgurlos & Family, September 2019
-"Our 4th return visit. Gets more beautiful every time. Lovely location and such a special place. Cant wait to return!", Mr & Mrs Dudfield, August 2019
-“ We have had a great time in the Cotswolds pottering along the country lanes, through beautiful villages. Jet has enjoyed his country walks. Can recommend food at Daylesford Farm + Broadway Hotel.”, Angela, Roger and Jet the Dog, August 2019
-“What a beautiful country cottage retreat! All the creature comforts anyone could want. Had fun at The Cotswolds Wildlife Park.”, Cordelia and David, August 2019
-“Wow wow amazing place, amazing location, best night’s sleep ever! Charming cottage, ticks every box; comfort, style and fantastic location.”, Tracy, Mike and Lewis, July 2019
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy The Tap Room 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) April to September only |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
DVD player |
| Four-ring electric hob |
Fridge with small freezer compartment |
Cafetière |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Electric oven |
Toaster |
Smart TV |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Slimline dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
DAB radio |
| Bluetooth speaker |
Small selection of DVDs and books |
Selection of children's toys and puzzles |
| 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 |
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| Clothes drying rack |
Fire blanket |
Smoke alarms |
| First aid kit |
Fire extinguisher |
Ironing board |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Washing line and pegs |
| Four metre Tie Out Cable |
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Travel
The Tap Room is located in the heart of the peaceful Cotswolds village of Kingham, approximately five miles away from Stow-on-the-Wold.
Travelling by car
Kingham is easily accessed by car, being located approximately four miles away from the A44 and five miles away from the A429 (Fosse Way), which are two of the main roads through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
Kingham has a railway station, which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately 90 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Kingham is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 69 miles, approximately 90 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 48 miles, approximately 60 minute drive.
