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Cottage |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 4

Moreton-in-Marsh in Central England/Cotswolds

From £480 per week |  From £100 per night

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

3 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, no pets allowed

About the home

A peaceful Cotswolds country retreat uniquely situated in Northwick Park, near Blockley, the former estate of the Spencer -Churchill family. Surrounded by the 35 acres of formal gardens, rose gardens, ponds and parkland of this private estate which abound with wildlife including deer, pheasants, squirrels, ducks, moorhens, koi carp, woodpeckers and many more species of birds, this cottage is in an exceptional location not accessible to the general public. Northwick Park has featured several times on the BBC programme ' Escape to the Country' where it was described as 'a very special location'. My Cotswolds stone cottage conversion is perfect for 2 couples sharing, families, romantic breaks or just friends looking for a peaceful break in the country to get away from it all. If there are just the two of you, we are offering late availability breaks at a discounted rate - please ask for details. The perfect location for walkers, cyclists, artists, bird watchers, wildlife enthusiasts, history buffs, National Trust members and RHS garden visitors. Shoppers will also delight in the many gift shops, boutiques and antique shops in the surrounding market towns and the larger commercial centres of Cheltenham and Stratford on Avon.

Approached over a long private drive, this light and spacious luxury 2 bedroom/2bathroom cottage conversion is perfectly situated to enjoy touring the local area. This comfortable Cotswold retreat is in a traffic-free, private and exclusive location which has featured several times on the BBC programme "Escape to the Country". Enjoy a week, week-end break or mid-week break - our changeover days are flexible.

Furnished with quality furniture, beds, curtains and carpets throughout, with a fully-equipped kitchen, the cottage with its real flame gas fire is perfect for all year round enjoyment. Summer Cottage is our 'second home' and we have decorated and furnished it as a home-from-home with love and care for our own enjoyment and that of our guests. The usual comment we get when inviting people in is "what a lovely feeling this cottage has - we just want to kick our shoes off and relax on the sofa". Ideal for couples seeking an away-from-it all holiday or a romantic country retreat.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Bedroom 1. Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom with shower and WC, range of built in wardrobes, dressing table, 2 bedside tables and lamps, views of the Mansion House and Deer Park..
Bedroom 2. Double bedroom with 6ft bed, adjoining bathroom with shower and WC. This bedroom can be set up with 2 single beds if preferred (please request at time of booking). Wardrobe, dressing table, chest of drawers, 2 bedside tables and lamps. View over the estate and countryside.
Duvets, pillows, linens, towels, hairdryer, iron and ironing board supplied. Both bedrooms are upstairs.
Large, spacious and bright double aspect lounge/diner with 2 sets of french doors to garden. Flame gas fire, comfortable sofa and chairs, relaxing recliner chair, flat screen TV with freeview and DVD player, I pod/Iphone docking station, CD player, radio etc, perfect for cosy evenings in. A supply of books, games, CDs, DVDs, magazines, jigsaws, maps, walks and restaurant suggestions also on hand. Dimmable lighting and reading lamp.
Dining table for 6.
Fully equipped kitchen with neff oven, fridge, freezer, washing machine, microwave etc.
Downstairs WC and basin.
Quality furniture, carpets, curtains and linens throughout.
WIFI available

Further details outdoors:
Sunny, south-facing walled garden accessed through french doors from lounge, with views of the 17th Mansion House and Orangery. Table and 4 chairs with cushions for alfresco dining and outside lighting means the garden can be enjoyed late on summer evenings.
To the front and side is a pretty railed courtyard garden, again with table and chairs, and views over the estate and gardens. Bicycles may be securely left here.
One allocated parking space at the cottage and additional cars may be left in the visitors car park nearby.
The communal grounds, upkept by a team of professional gardeners, are a delight and provide many opportunities for wildlife spotting and beautiful vistas for artists and photographers, as well as lovely walks.
The communal walled garden has benches and seats perfect for picnics.
Why not book an Autumn break when the grounds at Northwick Park are beautiful and the nearby towns and villages are less crowded. Short breaks are available Monday - Friday or Friday to Monday, throughout the year.

Further details

Property available for Friday to Friday, Friday to Monday, and Monday to Friday. Please feel free to ask about flexible changeover days as I do my best to accommodate if possible. Short breaks are available.

'COUPLES ONLY' BREAKS (available out of peak season). If there are just the 2 of you, enjoy a peaceful break at this lovely cottage and pay for only the bedroom and bathroom you use! The bedroom with 6ft bed (and adjoining bathroom with shower) can be used as a single unit and this will be all that you pay for. We save on the cleaning of the other bathroom and bedroom and you enjoy all the benefits of the large bedroom, lounge, kitchen, garden and grounds - at a lower price - please enquire.

If you are considering bringing a guest with mobility difficulties, please note that there are a couple of steps on the approach to the cottage and several uneven paving slabs.

If you have any questions regarding Summer Cottage please do not hesitate to enquire - I am very approachable and as the owner of the cottage I am aim to ensure you have a truly wonderful holiday.

Conditions

Sorry, strictly no smoking in the cottage.
Sorry, because of the high quality of furnishings etc the cottage is not suitable for children under 10 years. (It says not suitable for children under 5 at the top of the advert but this is the website's default setting which I cannot change!)
Maximum of 4 people only.

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Lounge, spacious, bright and attractively furnished

 

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Summer Cottage in May - peaceful rural retreat

 

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Bedroom - cosy and comfortable- 5ft bed

 

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Kitchen attractively decorated in country style

The Central England / Cotswolds / Cheltenham / Gloucester region

Situated within the Cotwold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty .
Stratford on Avon approx 15 miles
Cheltenham approx 17 miles
Oxford approx 30 miles

The Moreton-in-Marsh area

Blockley (1 1/2 miles) quaint village with local shop, historic church, two pubs with excellent food.
Moreton-in-Marsh (4 miles) market town with good shopping.
Historic Chipping Campden ( 2 1/2 miles)
Stow-on-the-Wold (7 miles)
Stratford on Avon (approx 15 miles)
Broadway (approx 7 miles)
"Must-sees" in the area are the many National Trust properties and RHS gardens including Snowshill Manor and Gardens, the Sherborne Estate, Batsford Arborethum and Falconry Centre, Mill Dene Gardens, Hidcote Manor Gardens, Cotswolds Motor Museum, Cotswolds Wildlife park, Chastleton House, Sezincote Gardens and of course Stratford on Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare and the home of the Royal Shakespeare Company. A little further afield is Warwick Castle,Blenheim Palace, Bath, Oxford, Cheltenham and the NEC in Birmingham.

There are many fine restaurants, cosy tearooms and Old English Inns to enjoy in the locality.
There are weekly markets in the nearby towns, festivals, antique fairs and village gardens open in season.

How to get there

Summer Cottage What's nearby: Attractions Restaurants Click map icons for more information

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Leave Moreton-in-Marsh on A44 heading towards Bourton-on-the-Hill. Go through Bourton-on-the-Hill and at the top turn right signed Blockley. Continue on this road through village and on leaving the village continue for approx 1km turning left at the Broad Campden/Chipping Campden turning. Continue for 200 yds where Northwick Park will be on the left hand side. More detailed instructions will be given on booking.

Arrival details:

The key will be in keysafe - number to be confirmed. Visitors are requested not to arrive before 3pm and to vacate no later than 10am on day of departure.

Activities near Moreton-in-Marsh

Reviews

Review: 1 to 3 of 3

12 Oct 2011

“Excellent accomodation, one of the best in many years of cottage holidays.” The whole experience from booking to arrival, the stay and return of security deposit made easy. All corespondence was to the point and well timed. A well equiped clean and spaceous, tastefully decorated property located in private estate, central to many of the Cotswolds fine attractions. Pleasant and attractive grounds for walks with wildlife in abundance. Overall an excellent property in which we felt at home immediately with the welcoming goodies provided. A property that we would thoroughly reccomend.

01 Oct 2011

“Charming” My niece and I had a lovely stay in the Summer Cottage. The cottage was nicely furnished, spotless, and very well supplied. Our hosts left treats for us. The cottage has two outdoor spaces and the estate grounds are lovely. The cottage is well situated for exploring the Cotswolds, and within easy distance to the theaters in Stratford. Our only regret was that we could not stay longer. Response: Thank you so much for your glowing review and I am delighted that you and your niece enjoyed your stay at Summer Cottage so much. I do aim to please so have now added WIFI (from November 2011) to the long list of facilities at Summer Cottage.

11 Sep 2011

“Perfect Cotswold Get-away” We have made numerous trips to the UK with at least one or two visits each year for the past twenty years. The Cotswold's is a favorite destination in conjunction with time in London and we were completely thrilled by the setting and accommodations at "Summer Cottage". Booking details were easily arranged and confirmed and Lesley was very kin din allowing us to book a nine day stay. Upon arrival we were more than pleased by the cleanliness, comfort and obvious attention to so many details that insured us of a memorable stay. The petite walled garden is a lovely oasis in any season as are the extensive estate grounds which are superb for walking. The town of Blockley is one mile away and has a lovely town shop where the manager Chris makes everyone feel welcome. All daily newspapers, post, and cafe with free wi-fi made it a daily stop for us. The Great Western Arms pub serves creative fare in a comfortable setting with a separate barroom and garden area. Summer Cottage was the perfect base for exploring the hidden gems of the Cotswold's with visits to Tetbury - Highgrove, Cheltenham, and the Michelin Stared dining room at old favorite Lords of The Manor in Upper Slaughter. We look forward to a return visit to "Summer Cottage" in 2012.

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A really perfect Christmas in your beautiful cottage - we will definitely be returning!! Mr. J Cheshire.

Heartfelt thanks! So glad we found your charming cottage on the internet. We would certainly recommend to anyone planning to visit the UK and the Cotswolds. Your exceptional thoughtfulness is apparent throughout the cottage and guests are provided with every convenience in a most tasteful and tranquil setting. We have had a wonderful week in the glorious Cotswolds! Mr & Mrs P - South Africa

A lovely cottage and a perfect location for exploring the Cotswolds - something to do in every direction! We will definitely be booking again. Mrs G. Wimbledon

Had a fabulous stay. Peace and quiet, terrific views and walks, a truly wonderful setting! Thank you very much. Mrs K. London

We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend in the Summer Cottage! The setting was idyllic and we really felt like we could unwind, relax and enjoy the comforts of the cottage. Thanks again for a lovely stay. K & M, London

Summer Cottage was a delight to stay in, beautifully furnished and lovely and cosy (so important during a winter break!). We'll certainly recommend it to friends and work colleagues. Mr P. - Sheffield

Thank you very much for a wonderful stay at Summer Cottage. We have felt like Lord and Lady of the Manor, enjoying the peace and tranquility of Northwick Park. The standard of Summer Cottage with it's beautiful decor, furnishings and fittings was nicer than any 4 star hotel we've stayed in and we will be seriously recommending it to our family and friends. Mr & Mrs E - Cambs.

We are sitting here enjoying the peace and quiet. Lovely cottage, so comfortable, and great for touring the
Cotswolds. Everything we needed and just what we were looking for. Lots to see and do in the area - we will be booking again. Many thanks. Mr & Mrs P, Reading

We had a lovely time in your beautiful cottage and are hoping for a return visit with different friends in the autumn! Ms S - Bristol

We were looking for the perfect cottage in the Cotswolds and we found it here. Ryan family, California

Rental prices

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	7 Jan 12	10 Feb 12	480£ 480	100100	110110	3 Nights
	10 Feb 12	17 Feb 12	595£ 595	110110	110110	3 Nights
	17 Feb 12	2 Mar 12	480£ 480	100100	110110	3 Nights
	2 Mar 12	9 Mar 12	540£ 540	100100	110110	3 Nights
Cheltenham Gold Cup	9 Mar 12	16 Mar 12	650£ 650	120120	120120	3 Nights
	16 Mar 12	31 Mar 12	540£ 540	100100	110110	3 Nights
Easter	31 Mar 12	13 Apr 12	690£ 690	110110	120120	3 Nights
	13 Apr 12	4 May 12	570£ 570	110110	110110	3 Nights
Bank Hol	4 May 12	11 May 12	620£ 620	110110	110110	3 Nights
	11 May 12	1 Jun 12	730£ 730	110110	120120	3 Nights
Queens Jubilee	1 Jun 12	8 Jun 12	770£ 770	120120	120120	3 Nights
	8 Jun 12	28 Sep 12	750£ 750	110110	120120	3 Nights
	28 Sep 12	2 Nov 12	570£ 570	100100	110110	3 Nights
	2 Nov 12	22 Dec 12	480£ 480	100100	110110	3 Nights
	22 Dec 12	5 Jan 13	780£ 780	0-	0-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Gas, electricity and central heating included. Lovely fireplace for winter breaks.

Linen, towels, complimentary toiletries and welcome gift included.

Payment via cheque, credit card, bank transfer, and Paypal accepted.

I also supply 'household basics' at the cottage

Couples only rate + late availability discounts sometimes available - please enquire

Changeover day is normally Friday and Mondays for short breaks but may be flexible.

Availability

See below for next 9 months' availability - to see the next 24 months click here

Contact the owner

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3 years listed You are contacting Lesley Meakin Landline +44 01264 811775 Mobile n/a Payment accepted Credit cards accepted Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This cottage has received 3 reviews from previous guests.

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