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Detached Village Property

Cottage in Southam with kitchen and patio

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Lounge area with woodburner
Dining area, with complimentary homemade cake!
Outdoor dining
Master bedroom with king-size bed
Priors Marston village church

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

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SOUTHAM, Warwickshire

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Detached Village Property

The Old Smithy is a refurbished holiday property with two bedrooms (one double, one twin), two bathrooms (en-suite to double plus separate family bathroom), and large open plan kitchen / dining / lounge with bi-fold doors leading to private garden area laid mostly to patio. Smart TVs with Freeview channels in lounge area and both bedrooms. Wood burner in lounge area (plus a supply of logs) provides a great way to keep warm on cold days. Kitchen has fridge-freezer, oven with gas hob, microwave, dishwasher and washer-dryer. It's located in a conservation area in a village described as 'the quintessential English village'. Pets welcome by prior arrangement. £20 per pet, per week.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southam

Located in Southam, this cottage is in a rural area. The Museum of Country Bygones and Daventry Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Farnborough Hall and Canons Ashby House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Communications Park or New Windmill Ground.
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SOUTHAM, Warwickshire

Getting around

  • Banbury Station - 23 min drive
  • Coventry (CVT) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wharf Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bowling Green - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Black Dog - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Olde Mint - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Inn Stockton - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Detached Village Property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Detached Village Property?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Detached Village Property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Detached Village Property?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Detached Village Property located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Hellidon Lakes Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Catesby Parish Meeting and Napton Marina. Wigrams Turn Marina and Calcutt Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation, everything you could need away from home. Great outdoor space as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely well equipped cottage in great location. Friendly host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean comfortable well equipped property in quiet country location but within short travelling distance to numerous facilities and areas of interest. Martin and Heather (owners) are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended. Lovely cottage and a very helpful and personable host. Plus, the impeccable music library at the property was the icing on the cake!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute home and the host was great to communicate with! The house was perfect for our family of three and we appreciated the milk and muffins left for us! Our son loved them. The home was very clean and had everything we needed. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break

We absolutely loved the village, great break away
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property in a great location.

Fantastic detached bungalow with all of the facilities you could need for a self catering stay. In a great location to visit all of the nearby attractions the surrounding area has to offer. Friendly host living close by who helped with any questions that we had, and who left some welcome gifts for us on arrival. Good friendly pub nearby also. Would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Cottage in a Beautiful Village

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Old Smithy, very comfortable well thought out accommodation and dog friendly too. Fascinating history and restoration of the cottage in keeping with the rest of the beautiful village. We will definitely be staying here again.

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to stay.

Beautifully presented property, full of charm, ideal for my family, age range 8 to 80. Very comfortable beds, excellent bathroom facilities, very private, & very dog friendly garden. Mine host very approachable & extremely helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great base for our formaula 1 weekend

Immaculate accommodation in a lovely area. Very spacious and has all the amenities required. Thank you to Martin who was a great host. Particularly liked the photos showing the renovation of the property. Highly recommended place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

christopher g.

Fantastic accommodation

We stayed here for a short 3 night trip for my dads 70th birthday. The cottage is in a beautiful location with a nice pub located right on your doorstep. Leamington spa and Stratford upon Avon are good days out and not too far away. Plenty of golf courses and spa locations in the vicinity. WOULD HIGHLY RECCOMEND.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F., HAYLE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 15th - 19th 2022

Lovely location and a very nice place to stay. Good facilities, and good communication with Martin the owner. Oh and probably the largest DVD and CD collection I have ever seen !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Rural Stay

We really enjoyed our short stay at The Old Smithy. The accommodation was warm, well-equipped and furnished to a high standard. The garden area provides a quiet area for relaxation. The art work, CDs and videos help to give the Smithy a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Great location - a lovely stay. Thank you Martin & Heather.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

A lovely property in the heart of the village

A great stay with very welcoming hosts. The property is really well fitted but still comfortable and welcoming, and we couldn't have asked for more. It's well equiped, well kept, and with everything you need. A plus of us was the single floor as we had an 83 year old with us. The garden is lovely and we were able to make full use of it. Will definately stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Sandy P.

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Gracie

Flooring lifting and broken health and safety issue garden hedge overgrown should be cut back as it overhangs garden
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous character cottage

A lovely converted ( and extended) Smithy. Very comfortable with everything required for guest convenience. Really comfortable bed. The biggest bonus is the EV charging point plus the adjacent cosy pub 😀. The host is most welcoming and the Welcome Pack was much appreciated. We stayed here as it was convenient for visiting an elderly parent but can highly recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy accommodation with character

Being all on one level was a bonus for us as me & my sister had our 87 year old Mum with us. We had everything we needed for a lovely 3 night break in a scenic part of the country surrounded by rural villages and interesting places to visit. I had some questions before arriving and Martin answered straight away & was very helpful. The home made cake that was left (made by their daughter) was delicious and the thoughtful touches were much appreciated. The only thing I would say is that maybe the leaflets could do with going through & updating but there are plenty of tourist information centres around so it wasn't a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm, cosy base for exploring.

This property provided a great base for exploring the area. It has everything you need for a pleasant stay. We were especially glad of the milk, cake & wine on arrival. The owner had kindly warmed the place up for us prior to arrival & all communication & check in was excellent. The collection of CD's & DVD's is out of this world & caters for all tastes. We were travelling with a 9 month old & took everything we needed, but there is plenty provided to help with a little one like high chair, travel cot, washing machine etc. We visited Stratford, Warwick, Banbury, Southam & took a walk along the nearby canal. The pub just around the corner does a great Chinese takeaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

DELIGHTFUL COTTAGE IN PEAFEFUL SETTING

A very interesting cottage, The Old Smithy, will be a memorable stay. Owner, Martin, very efficient and helpful. Nice to have access to a garden with decent furniture. If you enjoy music and films there are plenty to choose from. The bed was extremely comfortable, best night's sleep we have experienced. We were left a very generous welcome pack which was very enjoyable. There is a pub within yards of the property which welcomed us. This has a very good Chinese take away just behind it which you can access through the pub. We visited Stoneleigh Abbey, close by, with a tour of the house £8 each, well worth it. We then had an afternoon tea (requires booking) which was excellent. Beautiful grounds to explore with a river, including ducks and geese.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous cottage and setting!

We found The Old Smithy perfect for our family stay with the kids (17, 12 and 4 year old cockapoo!) It is such a quirky building with a musical decor that was a big hit with us all. It has a fabulous enclosed garden for quiet sunny breakfasts or a cold beer after a day exploring the local area. We covered Stratford, Coventry, Leamington Spa and Warwick whilst there and also visited Napton, Daventry and Southam (Napton Cidery was a big hit!) The cottage has a full kitchen and clothes washing facilities and we bought supplies at the large Tesco in Southam to cook. We also had a treat takeaway from The Hollybush pub (and a visit every night with dog for a pint and game of cars in the sunny beer garden - live music on a Saturday was great there too!) The cottage is very clean and comfortable and Martin and Heather were great hosts letting us know additional info whilst we were staying (there was a heatwave so Martin told us where to find a fan to help us stay cool!) We will definitely be back for further stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in a quiet location

Lovely property. Very cosy and warm with everything you'll need for your stay. Owner close by if any issues arise. Plenty of walks around the local area and there is lots to do a short drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a beautiful location

Everything you hope for in order to enjoy a relaxing peaceful break away. Great host who's on hand if needed and the best fruit cake I've tasted.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable,love the wildlife & food

Second stay lovely place very comfortable, delicious lemon drizzle cake on arrival. So many birds in thier garden, also heard tawny owls at night time. Would really recommend the Chinese takeaway next door best chinese food ever x
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Martin was extremely helpful and welcomed us. The property was lovely - beds exceptional

Loved it and hope to return - thank you hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Interesting property

An interesting property with everything needed for an enjoyable stay. Nice welcome with a bottle of wine and homemade cake. Tucked away in the country- could be quite remote for some visitors.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Martin Jezzard

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Heather and I live with our two much loved dogs in a very old property in the beautiful village of Priors Marston.

Why they chose this property

We love Priors Marston and the surrounding area. It's quiet and rural, with lovely walks, whilst excellent shops and places to visit are within easy reach.

What makes this property unique

We restored the outbuildings at our property to provide the sort of accommodation we look for when we go away on holiday. A peaceful place from which to enjoy a lovely part of the country.

An old map revealed that the building had once been a Smithy - hence its name!

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