Well Cottage
About the home
Well Cottage is a charming 16th century detached cottage situated 50 metres from the river Windrush, set in a very peaceful location and within 3 minutes walk along the river to the village centre. It has been lovingly restored with its original beamed ceilings and large Inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove. The Cottage Garden is centred around a 16th century well. There is private parking for one car in the driveway as well as parking for a second car close to the property. Well Cottage has all the charm for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.
Known to be possibly the oldest cottage in the village it has been awarded 4 star rating by Heart of England Tourist board
Bourton on the Water is voted as one of the 12 most beautiful villages in the British Isles.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 5, 2 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 200m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (1), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 5, Lounge seating for 5 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Private garden |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The cottage is located in a quiet cul de sac with the river Windrush closing one end to traffic. The entrance to the cottage is through a small country garden with a seating area for four and a 16th century well. There is private off-street parking for one car as well as parking for a second car close to the property under the side window to the front under the "Private Parking" sign on the road.
On entering the front door there is a small hall with a beamed ceiling and a door closing off the L shaped living room, where there is a large Inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove and beamed ceilings.
The dining area is furnished with antique chairs and table + LCD TV & stereo system , from which doors lead to a neat kitchen with open stone walls and beamed ceiling.
The 2 large upstairs bedrooms both have beams running the length of each room with a double bed in one and a double and single bed in the other. A good sized bathroom is furnished with a victorian bath and shower head.
Further details outdoors:
Well Cottage is within a conservation area of the village, on a cull de sac closed at one end by the river Windrush, which gives our location a very quiet and unique advantage.
Walking a few short minutes from the cottage will bring you to the picturesque 16th century pathway along the river. There are several ancient stone bridges which will give access to the lovely antique and gift shops either side of the river.
For those who enjoy walking, there are numerous footpaths and bridleways to explore starting as close as twenty metres from the cottage.
There is a pretty front garden with an ancient well and a carved engraving on the front wall believed to be by the Vicar of Le cal from France.
Further details
Sat to Sat bookings only from 1 April to 1 Nov
Short breaks available from 1 Nov to 1 April
Conditions
On booking we ask for a 50% deposit with the remainder due 8 weeks prior to your visit/holiday..
We suggest you take out your own cancellation insurance although we will refund your money if we can fill the vacancy.
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Enquire nowThe Central England / Cotswolds / Gloucestershire region
The Cotswolds is rural England at its best, what distinguishes the region is its characteristic warm yellow coloured stone which most of the houses and cottages are built . There is something about the hills and the fields with their dry stone walls, the hedgerows and the friendly towns and villages that blend into rural harmony .
This most attractive region is criss crossed with tracks and public foot paths to accommodate the walker and rambler. Every 3 or 4 miles, the traveller comes upon yet another village of Cotswold stone houses, cottages and farms seemingly more attractive than the last. The area is bounded by Banbury and Oxford to the east, Cheltenham and Gloucester to the west, Cirencester and Stroud to the south, and Stratford on Avon to the north, and is only a mere 80 miles to London.
The Bourton on the Water area
Bourton-on-the-Water is one of the larger villages of the Cotswolds. Besides being an extremely pretty village itself with its river running through the centre [a short time ago it was voted one of 12 most attractive villages in the British Isles] it has good shopping and restaurant amenities and is an ideal centre to explore this beautiful and historic region of Old England. There are many shops selling crafts, antiques as well as a butchers, bakers, small supermarket, and many small tea rooms and restaurants with 5 pubs to choose from.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Heathrow: 50 km |
| Railway: | Moreton in Marsh: 8 km |
| Ferry: | Gloscester: 20 km |
From Heathrow by Train to Moreton in Marsh and then short ride on bus
Activities near Bourton on the Water
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
City breaks
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 09 Mar 2013 |
We had a wonderful relaxing stay in Well Cottage, so cosy with a wood burning stove & beams. Situated in a lovely peaceful square, yet only minutes from all amenities that Bourton has to ofer. The owner Bette & her daughter Dawn came to introduce themselves & were so friendly, offering helpful information about the cottage & the area. They had put a lot of thought into what was needed to make a comfortable holiday, & there was nothing lacking. We would definitely recommend this cottage if you like quaint & quirky. |
![]() 11 Dec 2012 |
We stayed with our children and had the most enjoyable stay at Well Cottage. While I could wax lyrical about Bourton itself, there are enough reviews on this village without me adding to what's... more |
![]() 06 Dec 2012 |
Stayed at Well Cottage for four nights and was very impressed. It is located very close to the centre of Bourton on the Water so no need to use the car. The cottage was very clean and the owners and housekeeper very friendly! Would definitely recommend a stay. |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 2 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Jan-Feb | 6 Jan 13 | 1 Mar 13 | £ 390 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| March | 1 Mar 13 | 23 Mar 13 | £ 410 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| March/April | 23 Mar 13 | 27 Apr 13 | £ 475 | £ 68 | £ 68 | 1 Week |
| April/May | 27 Apr 13 | 1 Jun 13 | £ 490 | £ 70 | £ 70 | 1 Week |
| June | 1 Jun 13 | 29 Jun 13 | £ 525 | £ 75 | £ 75 | 1 Week |
| July/August | 29 Jun 13 | 31 Aug 13 | £ 580 | £ 82 | £ 82 | 1 Week |
| September | 31 Aug 13 | 28 Sep 13 | £ 490 | £ 70 | £ 70 | 1 Week |
| October | 28 Sep 13 | 1 Nov 13 | £ 420 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| November/December | 1 Nov 13 | 21 Dec 13 | £ 390 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| Christmas/New Year | 21 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 600 | £ 86 | £ 86 | 1 Week |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Jan-Feb | 5 Jan 13 | 1 Mar 13 | £ 390 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| March | 1 Mar 13 | 23 Mar 13 | £ 410 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| March/April | 23 Mar 13 | 27 Apr 13 | £ 475 | £ 68 | £ 68 | 1 Week |
| April/May | 27 Apr 13 | 1 Jun 13 | £ 490 | £ 70 | £ 70 | 1 Week |
| June | 1 Jun 13 | 29 Jun 13 | £ 525 | £ 75 | £ 75 | 1 Week |
| July/August | 29 Jun 13 | 31 Aug 13 | £ 580 | £ 82 | £ 82 | 1 Week |
| September | 31 Aug 13 | 28 Sep 13 | £ 490 | £ 70 | £ 70 | 1 Week |
| October | 28 Sep 13 | 1 Nov 13 | £ 420 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| November/December | 1 Nov 13 | 21 Dec 13 | £ 390 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| Christmas/New Year | 21 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 600 | £ 86 | £ 86 | 1 Week |
| Jan/Feb | 4 Jan 14 | 1 Mar 14 | £ 400 | £ 135 | £ 135 | 2 Nights |
| Prices for group size 5 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| Jan-Feb | 6 Jan 13 | 1 Mar 13 | £ 415 | £ 160 | £ 160 | 2 Nights |
| March | 1 Mar 13 | 23 Mar 13 | £ 435 | £ 160 | £ 160 | 2 Nights |
| March/April | 23 Mar 13 | 27 Apr 13 | £ 500 | £ 71 | £ 71 | 1 Week |
| April/May | 27 Apr 13 | 1 Jun 13 | £ 515 | £ 73 | £ 73 | 1 Week |
| June | 1 Jun 13 | 29 Jun 13 | £ 550 | £ 78 | £ 78 | 1 Week |
| July/August | 29 Jun 13 | 31 Aug 13 | £ 605 | £ 86 | £ 86 | 1 Week |
| September | 31 Aug 13 | 28 Sep 13 | £ 515 | £ 73 | £ 73 | 1 Week |
| October | 28 Sep 13 | 1 Nov 13 | £ 445 | £ 160 | £ 160 | 2 Nights |
| November/December | 1 Nov 13 | 21 Dec 13 | £ 415 | £ 160 | £ 160 | 2 Nights |
| Christmas/New Year | 21 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 625 | £ 89 | £ 89 | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
WE OFFER SHORT BREAKS DURING JAN, FEB, MARCH and the EASTER BREAK ending (April 6), NOV, & DEC: Our rates for a minimum of a 2 night stay is based on 2 people at £250.
WE ALSO DO A SPECIAL RATE FOR A MINIMUM OF A 3 NIGHT STAY AT £290= £97.00 PER NIGHT.
During the winter months CENTRAL HEATING is PROVIDED at no extra cost and we also have a WOOD BURNING STOVE for a cosy, romantic evening in. Wood can be purchased locally or we would be happy to arrange your first bag for you at small additional cost.
LINEN AND TOWELS ARE PROVIDED
Please note we do not provide cancellation Insurance
Enquire nowAvailability
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Availability notes:
Changeover day: Saturday-Saturday in peak periods. Flexible in off-peak periods.
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* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 8 years listed You are contacting Bette Roberts and Dawn Mann
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