House in Northleach, Gloucestershire

Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

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Open plan living/dining area and kitchen, Hawthorn Cottage, Bolthole Retreats
Dining/living area, Hawthorn Cottage, Bolthole Retreats
Living area, Hawthorn Cottage, Bolthole Retreats
Bedroom 1 with en-suite, Hawthorn Cottage, Bolthole Retreats
Dining/living area, Hawthorn Cottage, Bolthole Retreats

Overview of Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8157 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Northleach, Gloucestershire
  • Popular LocationCotswold Countryside Collection17 min walk
  • Popular LocationArlington Row14 min drive
  • Popular LocationChedworth Roman Villa14 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham (BHX)78 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower Room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Hawthorn Cottage is within easy walking distance of the medieval wool town of Northleach, just 15 minutes drive from the Cotswold favourites of Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold, and Bourton-on-the-Water, and only 30 minutes drive from Cheltenham and the racecourse. This luxury Cotswold holiday rental is part of Westwoods, a quiet, new development on the east side of Northleach. Built from the region's eponymous warm-yellow Cotswold limestone, the property is a handsome and spacious, 3-story, mid-terrace home with an abundance of natural light. Hawthorn Cottage has an enclosed child- and dog-friendly rear garden that is laid to artificial grass, with a pocket-size garden to the front framed with a pretty Cotswold drystone wall. To the side is a car-port for one car, and to the rear dedicated off-road parking space.

Stepping through the front door of Hawthorn Cottage, you'll immediately feel the luxury and high specifications that run through this newly built home, starting with the underfloor heating and calming greys, ivory, and taupe colour scheme. Everything from the stunning dining room chandelier and sitting room's "lantern" ceiling to the John Lewis cutlery, crockery, glassware, and linens exudes good taste, comfort, and a dash of opulence.

This gorgeous new development, surrounded by open countryside, is built on the site of the old Westwoods Grammar School, with Rixon Road named after one of the old school houses, itself named after William Augustus Rixon (1858-1948) who was a renowned artist, landowner and Sheriff of Gloucestershire.

*Dogs: 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome at the cottage at an additional cost each. Please let us know if you will be bringing a dog and we will then revise your booking confirmation. The pet fee is NOT included in your booking fee. A request for an additional fee per pet will be sent to you after you have placed your booking. Your pet fee must be paid for before your arrival date.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall:
On the left-hand side of the hallway is the downstairs WC with Villeroy & Boch hand basin and dual flush toilet. On the right-hand side is a door through to the open-plan, fully equipped kitchen, while straight ahead is the L-shaped sitting room/dining area, (connecting to the open plan kitchen) leading on to the garden beyond the bi-fold doors.

Kitchen:
The bright and light, open-plan kitchen is fully equipped for a luxury self-catering holiday, to include quartz worktops, an integrated five-burner Neff hob, a fan-assisted oven, and extractor fan, Neff integrated fridge-freezer, and dishwasher. You will find new/lightly used John Lewis crockery, cutlery, and glassware (including red wine, white wine, and champagne glasses) to cater for 12 throughout, all stored in beautifully designed kitchen cupboards and an elegant, light-oak kitchen dresser - where you'll also find a cocktail shaker, cookbooks, fruit bowls, and serving dishes. Cooking utensils and gadgets, for even the most exacting chef, including a Kenwood blender/liquidizer are stored alongside baking equipment and John Lewis daily cookware (colander, poaching pan, saucepans, sieve, etc).

The double sink, which looks out over the front of Hawthorn Cottage, is where you will find a welcome pack of essential cleaning equipment, including dishwasher tablets and washing-up liquid. The mains water stop cock is under the sink. Please only use/adjust this in an emergency. To the right of the sink is the Worcester hot water boiler. The boiler is set to provide hot water throughout your stay, please do not alter the settings.

Living Room:
This elegant and relaxing room, newly decorated in a symphony of greys, white and taupe, looks out towards the room-wide bi-fold doors that lead to the garden, which are delicately screened by long, sheer white curtains. The main attraction is the L-shaped, sink-in grey sofa, with a beautiful coffee table, overlooked by the "lantern" ceiling feature, creating a wonderfully bright room, even on a winter day. Relax in this inviting space while curled up in front of the log burner-effect fireplace, watching TV (a Skybox is also provided) on a 50" Samsung screen, or chatting with friends and family.

As you enter the Living Room area you will also find, on the left-hand side, the under stairs cupboard housing a Henry vacuum, ironing board, Braun iron, Clothes airer and pegs, a stairgate, a highchair (and plastic mat), and hanging hooks for coats.

Dining Area:
The main feature of the dining area is the fabulous Art Deco-inspired chandelier that hangs above the length of the rectangular dining table, its light reflected by three large gilt mirrors along the right-hand side of the room. These handsome mirrors also bounce incoming light from the garden opposite, making this a wonderfully bright and cheerful morning breakfast area. Or screen the windows with the long, sheer white curtains to create an intimate and elegant lunch or evening entertaining area. Comfortably seating 8-10 (plus a high chair), the dining room opens out to the private and secluded garden through French windows.
First Floor


First Landing:
Radiator and cupboard housing water heater.

Bedroom One:
The en-suite master bedroom, with a sumptuously dressed super-king-size bed and buttoned headrest, overlooks the rear of the property, out across the rooftops of this attractive Cotswold development. To each side of the bed is a chest of drawers with a pull-out drinks table and tabletop lamps. At the foot of the bed is a large chest of drawers, with BaByliss hairdryer. The room has two, large walk-in cupboards with plenty of wooden hangers.

The en-suite is finished with complimentary grey Porcelanosa wall and floor tiles and includes a large Mira walk-in shower, Villeroy & Boch dual flush toilet, and hand sink with large over-sink mirror and shaver point. The opulent feel of the bathroom is completed with electric underfloor heating and a large heated towel rail.

Bedroom Two:
The front-facing second bedroom also has a sumptuously dressed super-king-size bed and buttoned headrest. To each side of the bed is a mini chest of drawers and tabletop lamps. The room has a large walk-in cupboard with plenty of wooden hangers and a beautiful double chest of drawers, a padded chair, and a range of gorgeous coordinated ornaments and artwork.

The en-suite is finished with complimentary grey Porcelanosa wall and floor tiles and includes a corner Mira walk-in shower, Villeroy & Boch bath with central hot/cold taps, and over-bath hand-held shower, dual flush toilet and hand sink with large over-sink mirror, and shaver point. The opulent feel of the bathroom is completed with a large heated towel rail and electric underfloor heating.

Second Floor

Landing:
To the left is a locked cupboard for the owners' use and above a skylight throwing lots of natural light down the stairwell and onto the beautiful artwork that has been carefully chosen to compliment the cream, grey, blue and taupe colourways throughout Hawthorn Cottage.

Bedroom Three:
This pretty, twin bedroom is beautifully appointed with deep, plush duvets, crisp linens and an array of pillows and cushions. The room has a large walk-in cupboard with plenty of wooden hangers, a shared bedside table, and table lamp, and a large chest of drawers with a mirror.

Bedroom Four:
Features a king-size bed attractively set with crisp linens, a thick and fluffy duvet, and gorgeous feature pillows and cushions. Bedroom Four looks to the front of the property and, as with all the bedrooms, has a large walk-in cupboard, with plenty of wooden hangers, a bedside chest of drawers and lamps to each side of the bed, plus a double chest of drawers and large mirror.

Family Bathroom:
The Family Bathroom has Villeroy & Boch sanitaryware, including a large bath, with an over-bath shower and glass shower door, handbasin, and dual-flush toilet. There is a large, heated towel rail, hooks for hanging clothes and towels on the back of the door, and a small set of storage baskets. Beautifully finished with harmonising grey Porcelanosa wall and floor tiles - the luxurious feel is completed with underfloor heating.

Outside

The garden, to the rear of the property, is accessed through the living room's bi-fold doors or the dining room's French doors (keys to the doors are in the sideboard under the TV). The garden is laid to artificial grass and is completely enclosed and secure for children and dogs (please do not leave dogs unattended at the property). Enjoy having the doors open on a warm, sunny day, extending the living area out into the fresh air, safe in the knowledge that your little ones or doggy visitors are completely safe and secure. Garden furniture on the patio area, includes a table and chairs for 8, parasol, BBQ, and rattan sofa set.

To the front of the property is a pocket-size grassed area, partly enclosed by a low Cotswold dry-stone wall. To the right of the front of the property is Hawthorn Cottage's private carport. This area could also be used to store bicycles (please bring your own lock). However, please note that it is an open carport, therefore bicycles and any other equipment are left at guests' own risk. (Please note: The lock-up cupboard in the garage belongs to the owners).

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cotswold Motoring Museum and Tolsey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and The Model Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cheltenham Racecourse or Prescott Shooting School.

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 17 min walk
  • The Model Village - 9 min drive
  • Arlington Row - 14 min drive
  • Chedworth Roman Villa - 14 min drive
  • Cotswold Wildlife Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 19 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Mousetrap Inn - 9 min drive
  • Seven Tuns - 10 min drive
  • The Willow - 10 min drive
  • The Chip Shed - 9 min drive
  • The Kingsbridge Inn - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Cotswold Countryside Collection and within 9 miles (15 km) of Chedworth Roman Villa and Bourton Model Railway Exhibition. Cotswold Motoring Museum and The Model Village are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.6/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.2/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

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Reviews

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5/5 Excellent

A very enjoyable experience
We could not be happier with the condition of the property and the facilities. This made for a thoroughly enjoyable stay, Because of the location parking whilst loading and unloading was a nit of a problem but in the scale of things this was a minor issue.
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5/5 Excellent

A fantastic place to stay
Hawthorn Cottage is a fantastic place to stay - clean, comfortable, equipped with everything you could need and most importantly of all, it had a lovely ambience. It accommodated 6 adults, an active toddler and 2 dogs easily with room for everyone to sit and be comfortable. Northleach is a great base - lots of walks close by and a coffee shop and great pubs. I would highly recommend it
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5/5 Excellent

Great location and top-notch cottage
We booked Hawthorn cottage to meet up with family between Christmas and New Year. It was a great location with the centre of Northleach a short walk and within easy reach of places like Bourton on the Water. The decorated tree was an added bonus. The whole house has been furnished to a high standard and was extremely comfortable. Would highly recommend.
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5/5 Excellent

Wonderful stay
Lovely house for 4 people who wanted separate rooms. Location perfect for strolling into Northleach & visiting surrounding area. All amenities were great & open plan living area ideal for social Living. We had a small problem and Camilla could not have been more responsive & helpful - went beyond expectations to help
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5/5 Excellent

holly l.

Very nice.
Lovely place to stay! Would stay again. The beds were very comfortable, kitchen was modern and easy to use. TV was connected to sky which was great. Parking was easy too. Lovely cottage, would highly recommend.

About the host

Hosted by Bolthole Retreats

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Bolthole Retreats was founded in 2017 by Martin McWilliam and is based in Cheltenham.

We are the leading independent agency for Cotswold holiday rental properties. We work closely with owners and housekeepers to ensure that guests have a truly memorable stay.

We pride ourselves on our local knowledge, whether it be of a local farm shop, cycle routes or events. Our aim is to enable guests to have the opportunity to enjoy authentic Cotswold experiences, from the Cotswold experts, in a lovely Cotswold property that suits their needs.

What makes this property unique

Hawthorn Cottage's exterior might make you think this is just another Cotswold holiday home, built with the region's eponymous warm-yellow limestone, but behind the bright door is a luxurious and spacious retreat. The owners have lavished this new-build property with top-end appliances, finishes and features. It provides a comfortable home-from-home with opulent touches throughout. Facilities include two en-suite bedrooms, a large family bathroom, off-road parking and a private garden that is both dog and child-friendly, so the whole family can get together and relax.

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