Chocolate box thatch cottage with bell tent | Cottage in SWINDON
4 Bedroom Cottage in Ashbury, SWINDON
Think 'The Holiday' built 1600’s a part the Craven Estate; thatch cottage full of charm with log burner, bread oven reveal, original beams, parquet flooring. Within walking distance to excellent pubs; .25 miles from Ridgeway. Sat beneath neolithic White Horse of Uffington, magical site of Waylands Smithy & love story of Ashdown House. Folklore sets out mystical tales of dragons, magic and love. Alfred the great fought the Dane’s in this very place…Ashburyis noted in the Doomsday book for reference. The cottage situated under the Milky Way on a clear night gives hours of wonderment; stargaze and enjoy your favourite constellations and possibly view the meteor showers ! The cottage is a place of peace and healing.quiet and calm with many chalk springs bubbling under the small hamlet..
Close to Faringdon 8 miles;Swindon 8 miles; Fairford 12 miles; Cotswolds 16 miles; Lambourn racing stables 6 miles; Marlborough 10 miles; Bath 30 minute train journey 45 min car; Bristol 45 minute train journey; Cardiff 1 hour train journey Oxford49 minute bus journey
The space
Full 3 bedroom property … two double rooms and one single en suite.
One bell tent with throws cushions for night cocktails and chill
Other beds include a snug room downstairs , a single & z bed so can sleep 8
This property was built in the natural spring hamlet around mid 1400's. It is light and airy with plenty of space. It has been beautifully restored to expose beams and natural chalk and sarsen stone . The back of the cottage opens out and is made of brick with a beautiful light kitchen and island for guests. The dining area can be in the main build or kitchen area... pending on your needs and guests. It is secluded by landscape and surrounded by rolling hills. The stair case is semi circular, and there is a bedroom downstairs with en suite for less mobile guests. the bathroom upstairs has a petit claw footed bath, round stone basin and shower. Each bedroom has wardrobe space and plenty of light.
Guest access
Whole house - large kitchen; large living area; office ….cosy snug living area with log burner - please bring fire lighters & logs to enjoy your cosy night in the snug… if you forget I can provide …
Two double rooms and one single room down stairs en suite and a portable single bed & double futon
Garden
Patio
own entrance
Teas coffees lemon ginger honey provided for refreshments
Other things to note
There is a seperate annex that can be rented if you require additional space - it sleeps 4 and has a balcony for the upstairs bedroom. Please enquire via email .
The house is a place of tranquility and calm, and is said to be situated near many natural springs, allowing a good energy feel to it.
Tips: Check out local restaurants we are blessed to be within walking distance of a lovely local pub! gresat ales, tradional fare ....a number of wonderful organic farm shops locally. A bus ride to Oxford will cost you £ 4.00 return and is a wonderful way to spend a day mooching about and enjoying the historic city and its vibe.
Chocolate box thatch cottage with bell tent is located in Ashbury. Chocolate box thatch cottage with bell tent provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Parking, TV, among other amenities. This Cottage features Child Friendly, Parking, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Chocolate box thatch cottage with bell tent has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ashbury has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Ashbury, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Soap
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Bathtub or shower
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Shampoo
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2 bathrooms
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Toilet paper
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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4 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Breakfast available for a fee
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Living room
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Kitchen island
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Stovetop
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Refrigerator
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Paper towels
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Microwave
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Electric kettle
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Oven
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Toaster
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Dishwasher
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Beach sun loungers
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Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
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Onsite parking
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Welcoming dogs only
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1 total pets
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Pet friendly
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Wheelchair-accessible parking
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1 on-site accessible parking spaces
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Tile flooring in public areas
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Handrails in stairways
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Visual alarms in hallways
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Thin carpet in public areas
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Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Wheelchair accessible
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Smooth flooring in public areas
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Area rugs in public areas
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Gravel flooring in public areas
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Cobblestone flooring in public areas
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Well-lit path to entrance
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Smoke-free property
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No elevators
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Stair-free path to entrance
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Farming classes
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Books
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Smart TV
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At least 80% organic food
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At least 80% of food locally-sourced
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At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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Composting
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In a village
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In a rural location
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On the river
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Desk
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Computer monitor
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Desk chair
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Children's books
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's toys
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Change of bedsheets (on request)
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Chef
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Change of towels (on request)
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Concierge services
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Free WiFi
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Outdoor furniture
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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