4.5★
Manor Cottages rating
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6 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
* Based on a combined average customer score
11 Customer Review(s)
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Helen “We really enjoyed staying in this cottage.”
There was absolutely everything we needed and it is also in a very convenient spot. There is a vast choice of places in which to eat. The neighbours were very friendly and helpful too! Bourton is a very picturesque village and has plenty to do - Birdland, Motoring Museum, Model Village.
There was absolutely everything we needed and it is also in a very convenient spot. There is a vast choice of places in which to eat. The neighbours were very friendly and helpful too! Bourton is a very picturesque village and has plenty to do - Birdland, Motoring Museum, Model Village.
- Helen, September 2023Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Callow Cottage. It's lovely to hear how much you enjoyed your stay and it's a great base to see some of the sites local to the cottage. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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Neville “A lovely cottage in a beautiful Cotswold town”
- Neville, June 2023Thank you for the wonderful feedback regarding Callow Cottage. It's always so lovely to hear how much guests have enjoyed staying and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards Character Cottages. Property Owner
Alec “Excellent location would thoroughly recommend Callow cottage the owners have supplied everything needed to make your stay there as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.”
Would definitely stay there again.
- Alec, May 2023Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again! Property Owner
Carl “The cottage was well equipped (except no hairdryer as advertized and we needed this as we were from the States) and in a great location.”
We were advised that there was a water stain on the property due to upstairs bathroom leak. I actually stayed in the top floor bedroom, and while it is a lovely room, I can see why there could be a leak. The tiles were not properly laid and need to be regrouted and sealed. Other than that, our stay was wonderful and we would recommend Callow Cottage to our friends. I hope the owner fixes the tile issue because that was a mighty big water stain.
- Carl, November 2022Lisa “We had a lovely stay and would book this property again.”
Thank you
- Lisa, August 2022Thank you for your review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. With best wishes Character Cottages Property Owner
Douglas “Very nice cottage in a good location and off-road parking.”
Very clean and well stocked kitchen. It took us a couple days to figure out the appliances even with the notebook. The WiFi info is on the router and the book is wrong. We could not lock the back door. We did enjoy our stay in Bourton otw.
- Douglas, August 2022Thank you for your feedback and we're glad you enjoyed the cottage and location. Thank you also for bringing to our attention a couple of issues which will be addressed and we hope these didn't impact your stay. Property Owner
Lorraine “Lovely cottage.”
Great location. Garden much smaller than expected from photos but got a lot afternoon sun.
- Lorraine, August 2022Thank you for taking the time for leaving feedback. Amazing you enjoyed the cottage, the location and the sunshine in the courtyard garden. Character Cottages Property Owner
Alice “We had a lovely holiday in this well positioned property.”
We enjoyed the short walk into beautiful Bourton-on-the-Water. The provisions for our arrival were much appreciated too. We didn’t use the outdoor space to the rear as it was a little neglected, and less ‘stuff ‘ in closets/cupboards would have been preferable . Some washing machine instructions would also be helpful as it wasn’t really self explanatory. Apart from that, Callow cottage is very comfortable space and suited our family of 6 well. It was an excellent location to explore Cotswolds generally or simply relax in the stunning area on the doorstep.
- Alice, July 2022Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed the location of the cottage and are sorry to hear of the issue you encountered with the garden, we will ensure that our maintenance team attend to this as a matter of urgency. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and we hope to welcome you back to The Cotswolds. With best wishes Character Cottages Property Owner
Karl “The property was in a great location.”
Generally very clean and well maintained but there were a number of light bulbs not working and the gate in the back garden is damaged. The rear garden would also benefit from a clean and tidy. I also asked for one of the bedrooms to be made up as a double but this had not been done when I arrived at the property
- Karl, March 2022Thank you for your review and we hope you enjoyed your stay at Callow Cottage. We appreciate your feedback and will pass on your comments regarding the issues raised so that hopefully we may welcome you back in the future. Property Owner
Paul “We had a lovely stay.”
The property was very clean and tidy and had great little touches like some shortbread and coffee pods well stocked on arrival. There were no unpleasant surprises and helped us to enjoy a really lovely village. The space was fine for our family of five. Everything worked properly. The rear garden is small but we didn’t use it anyway and the rear fence was in need of repair but we had literally just had a huge storm the day before.
- Paul, February 2022Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Callow Cottage. It's always lovely to hear how much a guest has enjoyed their stay and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
B “A lovely, comfy place to stay, and with its own parking space so close to the town centre, amazing!”
- B, December 2021Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon! Property Owner
Summary
- Over three floors
- Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x Twin (can be changed to king-size bed on request), super-king-size with en-suite roll-top bath, hand-held shower, walk-in rain shower with hand-held shower, basin and WC
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Kitchen with breakfast bar seating for 4
- Cloakroom with basin and WC
- Living/dining room with woodburning stove
- Gas central heating with woodburning stove
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, dining seating and hairdryer
- Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime, Freeview TV, WiFi, selection of books
- Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and 2 x cots available
- Off-road parking for 2 small cars
- Courtyard garden with furniture and barbecue
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles Please advise if you would like the twin room made into King before your arrival.
The property
Callow Cottage is an elegantly presented Cotswold stone property which sleeps six guests, in three beautiful bedrooms, with two bathrooms.
Finished to a high standard, this stylish home features exposed beams, a cosy wood burning stove and a number of modern facilities including wireless internet access, two TVs, one of which is a Smart TV, and a well-equipped kitchen.
There is a pretty courtyard garden at the rear, and off-street parking for two cars is available on the driveway at the front. Callow Cottage is located in the picturesque village of Bourton-on-the-Water, often voted as one of the prettiest villages in England.
Affectionately referred to as the "Venice of the Cotswolds" due to the low arched bridges that cross over the River Windrush, Bourton has a number of pubs, restaurants, tearooms and boutique shops to enjoy, as well as a variety of tourist attractions to discover such as Birdland Park and Gardens, the Cotswold Motoring and Toy Museum and the Model Village. The Cotswolds is the UK's largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with many walking trails and cycle routes to explore.
Footpaths link Bourton to the idyllic neighbouring villages of Lower Slaughter, Naunton and Nether Westcote, all home to popular country pubs.
Bourton is also well-placed for visiting the many vibrant towns of the Cotswolds including Stow-on-the-Wold, Cirencester, Burford and Winchcombe, and further afield destinations such as Oxford, Blenheim Palace and Stratford-upon-Avon, home of William Shakespeare, are within easy reach for day trips.
Callow Cottage is the ideal retreat for a family or group of friends who are seeking a relaxing break in the Cotswolds.
The front door opens into a practical entrance hall, off which are the following rooms: Living/dining room: This bright and spacious living area has been finished in a contemporary style and contains a wood burning stove, large corner sofa, armchair, two footstools, Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime subscriptions, a small selection of books and a wooden dining table which comfortably seats six. Kitchen: This tastefully decorated country style kitchen is well-equipped for rustling up an evening meal and contains an electric oven, four-ring electric hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, Nespresso coffee machine and a breakfast table which can seat four; Cloakroom: Contains a toilet and wash basin. Stairs lead up from the entrance hall to the first floor landing, off which are the following rooms: Bedroom 2: Beautifully presented, this spacious room contains a double bed, built-in wardrobe, chaise longue, wooden chair with built-in storage, and a footstool; Bedroom 3: Overlooking the street below, this cosy room contains either a king size bed or two 75cm wide single beds, a built-in wardrobe, two-seater armchair and wall mirror; Family bathroom: Contains a bath with overhead shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail. A second flight of stairs leads up from the first floor landing to the second floor landing, off which is the master bedroom in the eaves: Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom: This elegant bedroom contains a super king size bed, a clothes rail, small chest of drawers, Freeview TV and a wooden chair with built-in storage.
The stylish ensuite contains a roll top bath with handheld shower attachment, large walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail. A gentle slope leads out from French doors in the living room into the pretty courtyard garden.
This delightful outside space features fragrant flowers in hanging pots and is home to two Rattan furniture suites, both with seating for four, and a gas barbecue. Off-street parking for two cars is available on the driveway at the front of the property.
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About the location
BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER
Stow-on-the-Wold 4 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8 miles; Chipping Norton 13 miles; Cheltenham 15.5 miles.
Located in the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the historic village of Bourton-on-the-Water dates back to Neolithic times with over 100 buildings being Grade II listed or higher. The picturesque high street nestles alongside the River Windrush over which several low stone bridges span, which is why Bourton-on-the-Water is known as the Venice in the Cotswolds. Tradition states that an annual football match is played in the summer, in the River Windrush with the banks lined with spectators, with the aim to score as many goals as possible and get as wet as possible! The village has an eclectic range of visitor attractions, including The Model Village, Cotswold Motor Museum, Birdland Park and Gardens as well as a Dragonfly Maze, monthly farmers’ market as well as many tea rooms, an artisan bakery, antiques and craft markets, traditional sweet shop, cycle hire and its very own perfumery. Nearby, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises traditional England. This ancient market town has played host to many fairs since the 12th century and today holds a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs and monthly farmers' market. The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antiques shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Also take a visit to the medieval town of Burford for a great day out where you can enjoy a trip to the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are both within easy reach and make a great day out. The spa town of Cheltenham is, architecturally, the most complete Regency town in England with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called The City of Dreaming Spires has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also all within easy reach.
Note: A gentle slope leads from the courtyard garden into the living room which may be an easier access route for guests with limited mobility; the courtyard can be accessed along a gravel path from the side road.
Note: For additional cars, there is some limited street parking available in Bourton-on-the-Water, however guests may prefer to park in one of the village's carparks (Pay & Display), which are a short walk away from the property.
Note: Mobile phone reception can be poor.This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas
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