Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Combining luxury and character, Kemble Cottage is special - it is stylishly presented and provides superior accommodation for 2 - 4 people (2 ADULTS PLUS UP T0 2 CHILDREN - WE DO NOT LET TO 2 COUPLES) and all our guests fall in love with it. Set in a quiet lane but within two minutes walk of the delightful and picturesque town of Bradford on Avon with its selection of independent shops and boutiques. There is an indoor swimiming pool in the town. A car isn't essential as you can walk from the station which links you to Bath and London. With so much to see and do in the locality, Kemble Cottage really is your home away from home........
When it was two separate cottages, Lord Carey of Clifton (formerly the Archbishop of Canterbury) lived in the right hand cottage as a boy, with his mother and three siblings when the family was evacuated to Bradford on Avon during the war.
Many guests comment on the high standards within the cottage and also the great location - Bradford on Avon may not be as well known as nearby Bath but it is a most charming place favoured by residents of Bath who like to visit the unusual upmarket shops, fabulous selection of eateries (from Thai to Tapas) and walk along the charming street and discover river and canal walks.
Set over two floors with two upstairs bedrooms (master has king size four poster), both with views over the town; bathroom with bath and shower, kitchen with washer dryer, cooker, microwave; sitting room with dining table, colour TV and DVD, (plus loan of a good selection of DVDs) games and cards. Freshly laundered White Company bed linens and soft towels provided within the rental cost. The cottage is thoroughly swept, cleaned and polished between lets. We can provide highchair and travel cot and bedding on request, at no extra charge.
Stunning beamed bedroom with king four poster
Country kitchen
Relax and enjoy this beautiful cottage
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/19447
The West Country / Somerset region
Being so close to Bath, this is going to be your main point of interest but this area has so much to see! Longleat, The Cotswolds, Avebury, Stonehenge and the maritime history of Bristol are all within easy driving distance. London is 90 minutes from Bath, by train.
Somerset is a county rich in farmland and produce - Cheddar cheese is one famous natural product and Wells Cathedral is famous for brass rubbings and the swans who feed at the ringing of a bell. Wookey Hole Caves nearby and Cheddar Gorge are both naturally formed places of interest and the Outlet Village at Street is perfect for a shopping trip for bargain hunters.
Wiltshire has many charming towns, Corsham, Castle Combe, Lacock (a National Trust Village) and Biddestone which all boast the local Cotswold architecture. The Kennet and Avon Canal, which passes through Bradford on Avon, gives the opportunity of many interesting walks and the River Avon provides boat trips.
Bath / Bradford on Avon area
The Museum of Costume, 1 Royal Crescent, The American Museum, The Roman Baths, The Pump Room are all popular attractions as well as the wealth of Georgian architecture including the famous crescents and The Circus.
Bradford on Avon boasts 17 pubs and restaurants and the town is often referred to as a miniature Bath as it is set on hills and is built of honey coloured stone. From great pub food to a locally favoured Thai restaurant, most tastes are catered for. It is a delightful town which still has market day every week. The Bridge Tearooms have a reputation for transporting guests to a bygone era and serve wonderful old fashioned cakes, teabreads and crumpets with pots of real leaf tea and tea strainer! It is one of the last bastions of the independent shop keeper with a wide selection of shops, boutiques and antiques shops.
There is an indoor swimming pool and leisure centre within Bradford on Avon.
How to get there
By air, Bristol International Airport (21 miles). By train to Bradford on Avon. Walking distance from station.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Bristol: 27 km
Railway:
Bradford on Avon
Ferry:
Southampton/Portsmouth: 75 km
Activities near Bath
Sports: Watersports Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Rural / countryside retreats City breaks
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Further details indoors: Originally two cottages, Kemble Cottage was possibly built for the weavers of the town of Bradford on Avon. It makes a perfect base from which to explore the Georgian City of Bath with the Roman Baths and newly opened Thermae Spa as well as numerous museums and places of interest.
Kemble Cottage has beamed ceilings in every room and is furnished and equipped to an exceptionally high standard. Your comfort is very important to us and cleanliness is one of the areas we pay particular attention to.
Whether you are planning a family holiday or a romantic break, Kemble Cottage will provide the location and perfect accommodation to suit your needs. With the train station within walking distance, you can even leave the car behind for a day out. We offer you the warmest welcome and would like you to return.
The accommodation is in 2 bedrooms and the cottage is suitable for up to four people. The master bedroom is very spacious with a lofty beamed ceiling and has a kingsize four poster bed - a stunning room. Bedroom 2 is limited in space and therefore has bunkbeds (full size with quality mattresses) but this room is really only suitable for one person or two children.
There is unlimited on street parking and you can usually park right outside the cottage. All in all, very well located.
Bring your own laptop and you have use our Wi Fi - no charge.
Further details outdoors: Please note there is no garden at Kemble Cottage. However, a short stroll into the town gives you the perfect excuse to have a cappucino at one of the cafes and enjoy the fresh air! With canal and river walks and plenty of shops, you will be glad to get back to Kemble Cottage to relax!
Further details
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT LET THE COTTAGE TO 4 ADULTS. WE ONLY ALLOW BOOKINGS FOR 2 ADULTS AND UP TO 2 CHILDREN.
Short breaks: only available for a minimum 3 nights and only within 3 weeks of the required dates. The cost per night will be more than the pro rata weekly rate.
Welcome pack upon arrival includes essentials such as cereals, milk, butter, bread - and a bottle of wine! Complimentary guest toiletries provided. SundRy items also provided: dishcloths, washing up liquid, laundry tablets, loo rolls.
Conditions
Bookings taken year round and short breaks are available at certain times of the year - please enquire. Bookings usually Saturday to Saturday but we can be flexible, ( to fit in with flights) if availability permits. Kemble Cottage is very popular and does get booked up.
Please note: if you are booking for less than a week (subject to availability) you will pay more per night than the weekly pro-rata cost per night.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
December 2008
29 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
395£395
0-
0-
1 Week
Christmas/New Year
20 Dec 08
2 Jan 09
595£595
0-
0-
1 Week
January 2009
10 Jan 09
31 Jan 09
350£350
6565
7575
3 Nights
31 Jan 09
14 Feb 09
350£350
0-
0-
1 Week
February half term
14 Feb 09
22 Feb 09
550£550
0-
0-
1 Week
February
22 Feb 09
15 Mar 09
450£450
0-
0-
1 Week
March
15 Mar 09
4 Apr 09
475£475
0-
0-
1 Week
Easter
4 Apr 09
18 Apr 09
575£575
0-
0-
1 Week
April
18 Apr 09
2 May 09
450£450
0-
0-
1 Week
May Bank Holiday week
2 May 09
9 May 09
595£595
0-
0-
1 Week
May
9 May 09
23 May 09
500£500
0-
0-
1 Week
May half term
23 May 09
30 May 09
595£595
0-
0-
1 Week
June
30 May 09
4 Jul 09
500£500
0-
0-
1 Week
July/August
4 Jul 09
5 Sep 09
595£595
0-
0-
1 Week
September
5 Sep 09
17 Oct 09
450£450
0-
0-
1 Week
October half term
17 Oct 09
31 Oct 09
525£525
0-
0-
1 Week
November
31 Oct 09
29 Nov 09
450£450
0-
0-
1 Week
December
29 Nov 09
19 Dec 09
450£450
0-
0-
1 Week
Christmas 2009
19 Dec 09
26 Dec 09
595£595
0-
0-
1 Week
New year 2010
26 Dec 09
2 Jan 10
595£595
0-
0-
1 Week
191
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT TAKE ENQUIRIES FOR GROUPS OF 4 ADULTS - THE COTTAGE IS ONLY SUITED TO 2 ADULTS, PLUS UP TO 2 CHILDREN
TARIFF INCLUDES ALL BILLS AND WELCOME PACK, LOAN OF BEDLINENS AND TOWELS.
FREE WI-FI SO YOU CAN BRING YOUR LAPTOP.
Guests staying more than one week will be offered service clean and bedlinen and towels after one week, included in the rental cost. Rates from £325-£595 per week. Please note that the cottage is only suited to 2 adults plus 1-2 children as the second bedroom is quite small and has bunks (full size).
Guestbook
We love Bradford on Avon very much but we love it more now that we have stayed at Kemble Cottage! DC November 2008
It was lovely to stay again.... a high standard hence why we came back again and hope to do so again next year P - Surrey - September 2008
We have rented properties in Paris and Italy and Kemble is the best.... it exceeded our expectation.... Mrs & Mrs G - USA. September 2008
The cottage is even better tha pictured and was ideal for us and out two teenagers, we could not have asked for a better vacation. Mr & Mrs B - USA
Availability
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Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/19447
Contact details for home 19447
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Jan Bird
Tel:
+44 (0)1225 309399
Mobile:
+44 (0)7990 523692
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Advertiser joined: 15 Jan 2007 This property added: 15 Jan 2007