Description
Summary
Willow Tree Cottage is a beautiful detached property, which backs onto open fields in the heart of the Cotswolds village of Chedworth. With a popular local pub and farm shop, this unspoilt village is well placed for walking in the beautiful surrounding Coln Valley, and is close to Chedworth Villa, once one of the grandest Roman villas in the country. Northleach and Cirencester are close by, offering a range of shops and dining options, and the many picturesque towns and villages of the Cotswolds are all within easy reach.
Built from the highest quality Cotswold stone, Willow Tree Cottage has recently been refurbished to create well-proportioned living areas, in an elegant and contemporary style. The cottage has a wealth of character features, including wooden beams, window seats, exposed Cotswold stone, and a beautiful inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove. This traditional character is complemented by a modern kitchen, wireless internet access and two SMART TVs.
Willow Tree Cottage sleeps 4 +2 people, in three bedrooms, with two ensuite bathrooms adjoining the two main bedrooms (the +2 option is a twin room accessed via bedroom 1’s bathroom). The ground floor is well laid out and spacious, and there is a large garden surrounding the cottage, with a variety of planting, lawns, and a paved area perfect for al fresco dining. The gravel driveway has space for four cars. Willow Tree Cottage is perfect for a family with younger children, or two couples seeking an idyllic rural retreat in the heart of the Cotswold countryside.
Description
Willow Tree Cottage is a detached property located on a quiet road in the heart of Chedworth. The grounds of the cottage are entered through a lovely beech archway, which opens onto a large gravel driveway.
The front door leads into a hallway, and the following rooms are on the ground floor:
- Reading room: A bright and airy dual aspect room, with two wing back armchairs and views out to the garden;
- Kitchen/breakfast room: The well-equipped kitchen has an electric cooker, five-ring induction hob, fridge, freezer with ice dispenser, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster. There is also a sociable seating area with an ornamental fire place and a wall mounted SMART TV, which contains a dining table and seating for four;
- Living/dining room: A spacious room with an impressive exposed Cotswold stone wall, oak beams, and a large inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove. There are two sofas and a wall-mounted SMART TV, plus a large dining table with seating for eight. A door in the corner of the living room reveals a secret staircase behind the fire, which leads directly into bedroom 2;
- Utility room: A useful space with a washing machine, tumble dryer and wash basin;
- Cloakroom: Contains a toilet and wash basin.
Stairs lead up from the ground floor to the first-floor landing which has a small desk with work lamp. The following rooms are on the first floor:
- Bedroom 1: A characterful dual aspect eaves room, which overlooks the front and back gardens, and contains a king size bed, vanity table, arm chair and built in wardrobes. This room has a large ensuite bathroom, which contains a bath with handheld shower attachment, a large walk-in rain shower with additional shower attachment, toilet and wash basin;
- Bedroom 2: Another lovely eaves room overlooking the front garden, which contains a king size bed, a large chest of drawers and a wall-mounted TV. The room is accessible from the first floor landing, and it also has direct access to a steep spiral stone stair case, with a rope barrier, which leads down into the living room. There is an ensuite bathroom, which contains a walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin;
- Bedroom 3: This is a very unusual secret room, which is accessed via what appears to be a cupboard in bedroom 1’s ensuite bathroom, which opens up to reveal a small doorway into an eaves room containing two single beds. Due to the low doorway, restricted ceiling height and access via bedroom 1’s bathroom, this bedroom is only suitable for children up to the age of 14.
Willow Tree Cottage’s beautiful garden surrounds the property, and contains a small pond and a variety of trees and plants. The garden rises up behind the cottage, and includes a lovely lawned area looking out over a meadow towards the local church. There is an outdoor table and chairs in the garden, as well as a charcoal barbecue during the summer months. The gravel driveway in front of the cottage has parking space for four cars.
Key Features
Key Features
Booking and payment
Character Cottages is a marketing agency and we do not own or manage any of the cottages listed on our website. 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 £200 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 4+2 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 six 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 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 10am. Access is via a key safe, therefore it does not matter if you are arriving late at night.
Bed sizes and configurations
- Bedroom 1: King size bed
- Bedroom 2: King size bed
- Bedroom 3 (accessed via bedroom 1’s bathroom): 2 small single beds (75cm wide), for children up to the age of 14
Bathrooms
- Bedroom 1 ensuite (also the bathroom and access route for bedroom 3): Freestanding bath, walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin
- Bedroom 2 ensuite: Walk-in 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, plus an additional TV.
There is no telephone at the property.
Guests should be aware that mobile phone reception can be very poor.
Parking
The property has off street parking for four 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 enclosed, however, guests should be aware that there is a small pond and steep steps in the garden, therefore young children should be supervised 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 property and has many character features, including steep winding stairs and low beams. These features 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.
There are two entrances to bedroom 2, one of which has a steep stone staircase leading directly from the room, protected only by a rope guard. Bedroom 3 is accessed via a low door frame, which itself is accessed via bedroom 1’s ensuite bathroom. The restricted ceiling height in bedroom 3 means it is only suitable for children under the age of 14. There is a skylight in this room, which can be opened from the inside.
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis, therefore those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk.
The garden contains a small pond and has terraced areas, with some steep steps between the different levels.
Smoking
No smoking is permitted throughout the property.
Hen, Stag and other same sex groups
Unfortunately, Hen, Stag and other same sex groups are not allowed at Willow Tree Cottage. Please note that same sex family groups are welcome.
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
Willow Tree Cottage was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in November 2017. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"We had a wonderful stay at the cottage - my wife, two kids and mother all appreciated the thoughtful touches throughout the house. We arrived to an immaculately clean space with a few grocery items already stocked. The area is gorgeous and the location made for a great jumping off point for all the top sites in the Cotswolds. My daughters loved their “secret passage way” bedroom and loved having a separate play space with plenty of toys and games. Highly recommend.", Scott, March 2019
-"A true gem. Lovely cottage, especially for those with small children. My daughters loved their secret room and was so reassuring having them just through the ensuite. Could not fault it! Great little village with a much more homely feel than any of the more popular surrounding towns. highly recommend!”, Kasia, February 2019
-"Wonderful cottage-exactly how a holiday home should be. Can’t wait for another excuse to get away for a break. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.", Lynne, January 2019
-"Beautiful cottage in a fantastic location, they have provided everything you need for a great stay, very good fixture and fittings too.", Amanda, November 2018
-"Lovely home in a quiet location. Easy access to all the sights & great pub up the road.", Mandy & Alan, November 2018
-"We were absolutely delighted to find the cottage exactly as described in internet,a jewel set in the beautiful Cotswolds countryside. This was the best accommodation we‘ve ever had in England!", David, October 2018
-"Lovely house and very well equipped. Super clean and comfortable. In a great location. We would have loved to have a few board games to play on a rainy afternoon. We would love to visit again.", Jill, September 2018
-"A beautiful cottage, so traditional and cosy, in a lovely village. A good place to stay for touring the Cotswolds.", Debra, June 2018
-"This cottage is straight out of an English fairy tale: magical, quaint and charming. If you are looking for an immersive Cotwolds experience you couldn't find a better home or location!”, Rodrigo, May 2018
-"Such a beautiful location and an amazing cottage. The children loved their "secret" room and the facilities were amazing. The host had some lovely little touches including detailed directions and a food welcome package on arrival. Thank you we had a great weekend!", Jen, February 2018
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Willow Tree Cottage 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 charcoal) - Summer |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
Tumble dryer |
| Five ring induction hob |
Fridge |
Freezer with ice making machine |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Electric oven |
Toaster |
3 TVs (2 are SMART TVs) |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
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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 |
CO detectors |
Smoke alarms |
| Fire blanket |
Fire extinguishers |
First aid kit |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Ironing board |
Travel
Willow Tree Cottage is located in the picturesque village of Chedworth.
Travelling by car
Chedworth is located approximately one mile away from the A429 (Fosse Way) and is easily accessed by car.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Chedworth is Kemble (approximately 12 miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of less than 90 minutes. Kingham Station (approximately 17 miles away) also has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately 90 minutes.
Travelling by plane
Chedworth is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Birmingham International Airport: 58 miles, approximately 75 minute drive;
- Heathrow International Airport: 75 miles, approximately 90 minute drive;
- Bristol International Airport: 58 miles, approximately 90 minute drive.
