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Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell

Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell

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Front Garden and Entrance
Garage and parking
Rear Garden
Kitchen
Dining Area 1

Overview of Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Check out the area

Map
Lower Swell
  • Popular LocationThe Model Village8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCotswold Farm Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationCotswold Motoring Museum10 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham (BHX)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell

Caffreys Cottage is a beautiful Grade 2 Listed Cotswold stone property converted from it's origin as a barn within the last 15 years. The cottage is laid out over two floors with a separate former water Tower providing additional accommodation and has small enclosed gardens to the front and rear. The cottage is located in the peaceful village of Lower Swell, close to the famous market town of Stow-on-the-Wold and with many beautiful walks including the Heart of England Way available straight from the front door.
The village has a traditional Cotswold pub and is surrounded by stunning countryside. Numerous other renowned pubs and restaurants are within only a few minutes drive and the village is well placed for visiting the many beautiful towns and villages of the Cotswolds, as well as further afield places , such as Blenheim Palace, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford
Being a former Barn, the Cottage benefits from many character features and the ground floor area is laid out to open plan , combining with very high ceilings and giving a spacious and airy feel.
Complementing the character of the cottage are modern facilities including wireless internet access, SkyTelevision and a well presented Kitchen area.
Caffreys Cottage sleeps a maximum of six people, in three bedrooms with three bathrooms. There is off street parking to the rear of the property, with additional on road parking available to the front. The Cottage is perfect for friends, families or couples seeking a peaceful break in stunning surroundings.
Description
Caffreys Cottage sits on a quiet country lane with the door to the rear accessed through the gated rear garden. The door opens into a useful porch area, which then leads through glass double doors to the kitchen and open plan living area featuring high beamed ceilings and exposed stone walls to the entrances. The Kitchen area contains a double oven electric cooker, four ring electric hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster. The dining area has a wooden dining table with seating for six and the living area features comfy twin sofas, Television and a DVD player. There is a ground floor shower room containing shower, toilet and wash basin.
Two separate staircases lead to the two main bedrooms which are serviced by a 'Jack & Jill' bathroom containing bath with handheld shower attachment, toilet and washbasin. Bedroom 1 has a twin roof window looking out to the rear aspect and fields beyond, contains a King size bed and features exposed beams. Bedroom 2 contains King/twin beds to suit and has a frontal aspect from the roof window to the Tower and the Lane.
The converted WaterTower provides further accommodation. The front door of the tower opens into a hallway, off which is the ground floor shower room. Stairs featuring an exposed stone wall lead up from the hallway to bedroom 3 which contains twin beds and twin roof windows.
The gardens to the front and rear of the cottage are partially laid to lawn and there is a small patio area to both with an outdoor table and chairs and charcoal barbeque stored in the single garage.

Property manager

Mike Newton
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
One small dog allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no smoking

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Fosse Gallery Fine Art and Cotswold Motoring Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and Birdland Park and Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Prescott Shooting School or Prescott Speed Hill Climb. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Map
Lower Swell

What's nearby

  • The Model Village - 8 min drive
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 10 min drive
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 10 min drive
  • Sezincote House & Garden - 11 min drive
  • Batsford Arboretum - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 13 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Mousetrap Inn - 9 min drive
  • Queens Head Inn - 3 min drive
  • The Bell at Stow - 3 min drive
  • The Willow - 9 min drive
  • The Chip Shed - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Old Mill, St. Edward's Church and Fosse Gallery Fine Art. Sezincote House & Garden and Birdland Park and Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cotswolds for four
Four adults for four nights. This property met our expectations, was neatly furnished with comfortable bedding. Set in a small and quiet location with easy access to the other many wonderful and quaint villages this area has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Dr Lynne M.

Liked: Communication, location
Cotswolda
Good value for money. Would sleep 6 but better 3 or 4 adults and 1 or 2 children. The water tower has no storage or space except for the 2 small beds. The dining rooms chairs should be replaced. They will break soon.Kitchen is extremely well set up. Very impressed with that.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family
The cottage was lovely and spacious but the only thing that let it down in our opinion was the water tower was shown to look as if it was larger but it was very small but apart from that it was lovely Lovely walks and lovely pub
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sephora C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
The cottage is beautiful, since we stayed during a heatwave the amount of bugs was a bit too high but this has nothing to do with the property. We struggled to keep the rear doors open because of this. Very well located and the towns which we wanted to visit were all a few miles away by car.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family of five
Main house was lovely and spacious but water tower was a little cramped. The property was in a great location to visit the other Cotswolds villages and it was very nice to be able to relax in the two patio ares.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike Newton

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I live near Ashbourne in Derbyshire, the so called "Gateway to the Peaks" but I have always loved travelling to the Cotswolds for long weekend breaks and holidays. I felt the time was right back in 2016 to purchase my own country bolthole in the area and be able to explore even more of this beautiful part of the country.

Why they chose this property

From the moment I first walked into Caffreys Cottage, I immediately felt at home and the feeling of space generated by the open plan ground floor was inherent from that moment. The Cottage has the benefit of all modern facilities but also has the character features that I was looking for.

What makes this property unique

I believe that the Cottage is a real home from home, is bright and airy in the summer but also cosy and snug in the colder months. Furnished beautifully, comfort has not been compromised and the location is perfect to take full advantage of all that the Cotswolds has to offer.

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