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THE HEMMEL, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Faringdon
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Faringdon, Cotswolds
- Place, Faringdon Leisure Centre6 min drive
- Place, Great Coxwell Barn8 min drive
- Place, Faringdon Folly Tower9 min drive
- Airport, Oxford (OXF)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathroom
Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
THE HEMMEL, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Faringdon
The is located on the outskirts of Faringdon, Oxfordshire and can sleep 4 guests in 2 bedrooms.
The Hemmel is a stunning cottagelocated on te outskirts of Faringdon in West Oxforshire. It has 2 bedrooms; the master suite having a double bed and in-room roll top bath and hand basin, with a separate, private w.c. The 2nd bedroom is a twin room. There is a separate family shower room with walk in shower, wc and hand basin. It has an open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area to comfortably accommodate 4 guests. To the front of the cottage is a paved seating area where you will also find the original well - now 'capped' for safety. There is off road parking for 2 cars.
The Hemmel is the ideal choice for friends and families to explore this gorgeous part of the country. Sorry No Pets and No children under 2: Please note the property has a patio/courtyard area as the outside space
Amenities: Central heating, woodburner. Large 4 ring electric range cooker, triple oven-grill, large American style fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. TV, WIFI, Fuel and power inc in rent. Bed linen and towels inc in rent. Private courtyard garden with original well ('capped' for safety), Ample off road parking. No pets and No children below the age of 2. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1 mile, pub 0.3 mile. Please note the property has a patio/courtyard area as the outside space. PLEASE NOTE: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £150.
Region: Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.
Town: This historic market town rests within the wonderful countryside of the Vale of White Horse in Oxfordshire. The Cotswolds lie to the north and the North Wessex Downs AONB to the south. Its characterful streets play host to a vast array of restaurants, shops and cafés making for delightful stop-off points during your visit. Also find Faringdon Folly, a striking tower surrounded by woodland, from which you can enjoy far-reaching views of the area nearby. Faringdon's Olf Town Hall is Grade II* listed. Buscot Park is home to an 18th century National Trust-owned mansion as well as some immaculate water gardens. Find the market town of Cirencester on the fringes of the Cotswolds, with the idyllic village of Bibury also close by, noted for its quaint cottages. Something different can be enjoyed in the city of Oxford, displaying many fine examples of dramatic architecture.
The Hemmel is a stunning cottagelocated on te outskirts of Faringdon in West Oxforshire. It has 2 bedrooms; the master suite having a double bed and in-room roll top bath and hand basin, with a separate, private w.c. The 2nd bedroom is a twin room. There is a separate family shower room with walk in shower, wc and hand basin. It has an open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area to comfortably accommodate 4 guests. To the front of the cottage is a paved seating area where you will also find the original well - now 'capped' for safety. There is off road parking for 2 cars.
The Hemmel is the ideal choice for friends and families to explore this gorgeous part of the country. Sorry No Pets and No children under 2: Please note the property has a patio/courtyard area as the outside space
Amenities: Central heating, woodburner. Large 4 ring electric range cooker, triple oven-grill, large American style fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. TV, WIFI, Fuel and power inc in rent. Bed linen and towels inc in rent. Private courtyard garden with original well ('capped' for safety), Ample off road parking. No pets and No children below the age of 2. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1 mile, pub 0.3 mile. Please note the property has a patio/courtyard area as the outside space. PLEASE NOTE: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £150.
Region: Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.
Town: This historic market town rests within the wonderful countryside of the Vale of White Horse in Oxfordshire. The Cotswolds lie to the north and the North Wessex Downs AONB to the south. Its characterful streets play host to a vast array of restaurants, shops and cafés making for delightful stop-off points during your visit. Also find Faringdon Folly, a striking tower surrounded by woodland, from which you can enjoy far-reaching views of the area nearby. Faringdon's Olf Town Hall is Grade II* listed. Buscot Park is home to an 18th century National Trust-owned mansion as well as some immaculate water gardens. Find the market town of Cirencester on the fringes of the Cotswolds, with the idyllic village of Bibury also close by, noted for its quaint cottages. Something different can be enjoyed in the city of Oxford, displaying many fine examples of dramatic architecture.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Faringdon
Faringdon is home to this cottage. Shrivenham Park Golf Club and Defence Academy Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Greenbridge Retail Park and Clive Parade. Faringdon Leisure Centre and Buscot Park are also worth visiting.
Faringdon, Cotswolds
What's nearby
- Faringdon Leisure Centre - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
- Great Coxwell Barn - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
- Faringdon Folly Tower - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
- The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
- Uffington White Horse - 19 min drive - 10.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cafe and Chat - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- The Bell Hotel Faringdon - 6 min drive
- Viceroy Tandoori - 6 min drive
- Mollies Diner and Motel - 9 min drive
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Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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10/10
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19 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good
Heleen d.
13 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heleen d.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Julie P.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage
Julie P.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Alan L.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay. Ideal for local area and Cotswolds
Alan L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Janet T.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Janet T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Johan P.
7 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect stay for a Cotswolds holiday
Johan P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages
2 bedrooms; 1 x ground floor double room with in bedroom roll top bath, hand basin and WC. 1 x ground floor twin room. 1 x ground floor bathroom with walk in shower, WC and basin. Combined living (with wood burner),dining and kitchen space. 1 x external games room (not shared) with table football, air Hockey, darts.
What makes this property unique
Central heating, woodburner. Large 4 ring electric range cooker, triple oven-grill, large American style fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. TV, DVD, WIFI, Fuel and power inc in rent. Bed linen and towels inc in rent. Private courtyard garden with original well ('capped' for safety), Ample off road parking. One well behaved pet welcome. No children below the age of 2. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1 mile, pub 0.3 mile.
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