The Cottage At Barrow Mead

4.7★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

47 Customer Review(s)

Jennifer
November 2023

“We had a lovely stay at Barrow Mead.”

Great location for site seeing. The cottages kitchen was well equipped, and the beds were comfortable. The owners are great, very helpful, and no question too big. The only little thing that may annoy other guests is the double bedroom door doesn't close, and the shower isn't very powerful as it's electric.

Great location for site seeing. The cottages kitchen was well equipped, and the beds were comfortable. The owners are great, very helpful, and no question too big. The only little thing that may annoy other guests is the double bedroom door doesn't close, and the shower isn't very powerful as it's electric.

- Jennifer, November 2023

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at The Cottage at Barrow Mead. It's great to hear you enjoyed your stay and thank you for the feedback. We will pass on your comments to the Owner for review and he hope to welcome you again very soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Kate September 2023

“Very comfortable and well-equipped cottage in a beautiful, peaceful location but still able to walk into central Bath.”

Also on a good bus route. Really enjoyed our week at the cottage - hosts were helpful and the welcome pack was appreciated. Overall a perfect base for exploring Bath and the surrounding area.

- Kate, September 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with such lovely feedback on your stay. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time away at both this beautiful property, as well as the surrounding area. We hope to welcome you again one day in the future. Best wishes, Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Ken September 2023

“An excellent cottage on the outskirts of Bath about 3 miles from the center of Bath with excellent transport connections to the city center.”

The cottage sits at the end of a private lane in a private and tranquil setting. The cottage is an ideal location for peace and quiet after the frenzy of the city and the owners of the cottage have made every effort to make your stay as pleasant as possible including a very useful welcome box with the best natural apple juice I have tasted, all in all we spent a very enjoyable and peaceful holiday week.

- Ken, September 2023
Martin August 2023

“Spacious and very well-equipped cottage.”

Close to shops and city centre of Bath, yet relaxingly quiet and in a gorgeously green setting. Friendly hosts who provide an ‘impressive’ welcome basket - the locally produced apple juice is wonderful! Ideally located for visiting a large variety of cities and other places of interest, as well as for going on walks in beautiful landscapes. In short: absolutely recommended! Thanks for a more than lovely holiday!

- Martin, August 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are pleased you liked the cottage and especially the welcome basket. Thank you for recommending and we hope we can welcome you back again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
John July 2023

“Very nice and comfortable cottage.”

Small bedrooms, but good beds! Nice seating area and a very good equipped kitchen (good and sharp knives are rarely found in holiday properties, but here they are) with a nice goody basket. Friendly welcome by the owners who were also easy to reach for questions during our stay. The basic outside seating area with a fabulous view is a good extra.

- John, July 2023

Thank you for this lovely feedback. We're so glad you found the cottage to be comfortable and enjoyed the fabulous view too! We would love to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Leon July 2023

“NICE COTTAGE, EVRYTHING YOU NEED IS PRESENT.”

VERY QUIET BUT CLOSE TO SHOPS RESTAURANTYS AND NATURE. CONVENIENT FOR LONGS STAYS AS WELL

- Leon, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
James April 2023

“This is a great little cottage, very quiet and comfortable with great views over open countryside.”

There's a grassed area overlooking fields, with a table and chairs for the use of the cottage occupants. We couldn't believe just how quiet it is, considering it's quite close to local amenities. At night all we could hear were owls. The owners were very friendly and accomodating too. All in all, very highly recommended. We'd stay again if we're in the area.

- James, April 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback on your stay at The Cottage at Barrow Mead. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time away and we hope to welcome you again one day in the future. Property Owner
Bridget February 2023

“Would have liked thicker quilts on the beds, as the ones provided were suitable for summer use only.”

- Bridget, February 2023
Victor November 2022

“We found the double room quite claustrophobic especially as the door did not ...”

We found the double room quite claustrophobic especially as the door did not open properly and the ceilings were sloped on both sides when the door was opened the bed touched it also we had the sheet change because it was badly stained the bath was not suitable because we are no longer young and need handle supports on the bath and the ceiling once again was slanted it was a very quiet place and no one seemed to mention these things only us perhaps we are getting fussy in our old age

- Victor, November 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we are sorry that you were disappointed. We do try to accurately represent our properties by showing clear photographs on the website in order for customers to make an informed decision. We do hope that you were still able to enjoy your stay. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Diana September 2022

“Very welcoming host and guest food and drink items, lovely position, an ...”

Very welcoming host and guest food and drink items, lovely position, an unexpected gem within the city boundary, lovely local walks, close to park and ride so excellent access into central Bath and also beyond, though we didn't manage to go far as so much to see and do in the city

- Diana, September 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you felt welcomed and enjoyed the proximity to Bath, making good use of all there is to see and do in the lovely city. We hope to welcome you back again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Sally Anne May 2022

“Lovely rural property within easy reach of Bath and local amenities.”

Well equipped and comfortable. Access to a delightful private garden overlooking the orchard . Light and airy property with attentive hosts . Would highly recommend

- Sally Anne, May 2022

Pleased you loved the cottage and enjoyed the cottage. Thank you for the recommendation. Property Owner
Judith April 2022

“We had a very pleasant 4 nights.”

Very quiet & very comfortable. Sheep & lambs in the field a few yards from the door and country walks from the house. Tha Park & Ride at Odd Down is 5 mins drive away, free to park then we used our passes so nothing to pay!

- Judith, April 2022
Darren April 2022

“Excellent cottage in beautiful surroundings, clean and looked after.”

Welcome hamper was a very nice touch. Loved every minute of our short stay even our teenage son agreed

- Darren, April 2022

Thank you for your feedback. It's fantastic to hear that you had such a brilliant stay, and that your son enjoyed it as well! We look forward to one day welcoming you back to The Cottage at Barrow Mead! Property Owner
Catherine February 2022

“This place was a real find!”

It is ideally situated for both Bath and Bristol (we made good use of the Park and Rides for both cities) yet peaceful and surrounded by lovely countryside for walking. Matt was a great host - readily on-hand if we needed anything.

- Catherine, February 2022

Thank you for providing us with your feedback. It's great to hear that you had a lovely stay at The Cottage At Barrow Mead and we cannot wait to welcome you back to the property one day in the future! Property Owner
Christine September 2021

“We had a fine stay at Barrow Mead cottage, starting with a warm welcome from the owners.”

The cottage is well located on the edge of Bath, it’s location close to the park-and-ride especially noteworthy. All in all, strongly recommended.

- Christine, September 2021

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at The Cottage at Barrow Mead. It is a great location to visit Bath and with the Bus stop at the end of the road, it's very convenient to. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Peter August 2021

“A warm and friendly welcome to a delightful cottage.”

Excellent location -rural feel but close to amenities and a short drive to the city of Bath.

- Peter, August 2021

Thank you for taking the time to leave a feedback, we are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and looking forward to welcoming you again soon. Property Owner
Joanne July 2021

“The property is in an excellent location, only about 10 minute drive into Bath which is a very beautiful little city with plenty to see.”

We also visited Bristol twice which is about 10 miles away. Once in the cottage you wouldn't think you were so close to town as it was very quiet and surrounded by fields. The cottage itself was very well equipped with everything we could possibly need. The owner was very welcoming and friendly, we were greeted with local apple juice and eggs from his chicken on our arrival which was lovely. However this may not be the property for you if you are very afraid of spiders as lots seemed to find their way in, especially upstairs!

- Joanne, July 2021

Thank you very much for your feedback on the Cottage at Barrow Mead. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We are sorry about the spiders, this time of year is the time they prefer to be in the cottages. Property Owner
Michael June 2021

“The owners of the property lived in an adjacent property and were very friendly.”

The welcome hamper was very nice and was much appreciated. The property was in a lovely rural location but very close to the centre of Bath.

- Michael, June 2021
Martin May 2021

“Delightful cottage.”

Despite the summary on the Sykes site, it is still astonishing that the place can be so close to a busy road in a city and yet feel so remote. From the sunny window upstairs the views across the countryside give no indication of the metropolis nearby. Can't hear it either. Park & Ride is just a few minutes drive away and free to use for us ancients with concessionary pass. There are pleasant walks from the cottage and the owners are very friendly and helpful. Perfect.

- Martin, May 2021

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your recent stay at The Cottage At Barrow Mead. It's lovely to hear how much you enjoyed the stay and how convenient the location is for town access. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Prabhu December 2020

“Nice spacious clean cottage.”

Very friendly owner , did everything he could to make us comfortable. Very kind of him to offer his 3 pin ev charger to charge my tesla!

- Prabhu, December 2020
Spencer October 2020

“Great location for Bath and surrounding area accommodation was perfect .”

the welcome hamper was a very nice thought. I would definitely stay in this cottage again .

- Spencer, October 2020
Zain August 2020

“Absolutely amazing experience for a short space of time we had (weekend).”

I could easily stay here for weeks. Such peaceful place with full of nature and scenic surroundings. Best of all was the host, Matt who accommodated us in the best way. Even let us use his BBQ to make the day even better. Definitely planning on visiting again. Amazing place. Thank you Matt!

- Zain, August 2020

Thank you for your lovely feedback with regards to the cottage, it's always lovely to receive comments about guest's stays. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Mike July 2020

“Fabulous location.”

Peaceful silent and only a few minutes away from the center of Bath

- Mike, July 2020

Thank you for your feedback about The Cottage at Barrow Mead, It's always lovely to hear how much guest's enjoyed staying. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Joanne November 2019

“We enjoyed our anniversary weekend in this lovely house celebrating with another couple, location was great, nice walks and used park and ride for the Bath Christmas market, if we could recommend anything would only be that mirrors are needed in the bathroom and both bedrooms, impossible to dry hair without one!”

- Joanne, November 2019
Carol November 2019

“The cottage was in delightful surroundings and the owners were welcoming and friendly.”

It was equipped with everything we needed. Its proximity to the Park and Ride made trips into Bath centre easy and stress free.

- Carol, November 2019
Victoria October 2019

“The owners were very welcoming and left a lovely welcome basket.”

The cottage is in a lovely secluded spot but only 15mins from bath city centre. I really liked that they were eco friendly and trying to be with ethical and sustainable. I didn’t notice this in the listing though which I think a lot of people would like to know.

- Victoria, October 2019
Sarah September 2019

“The location, close to town but very peaceful down a country lane, was ideal.”

The facilities were top notch. The hosts, including the lovely Ripple, greyhound and very friendly, were very nice. I want to know what mattress they had in the master bedroom as it was so comfy.

- Sarah, September 2019
G September 2019

“We had a wonderful break in a dream location.”

On arrival we were greeted by Matt who explained about the cottage and the local facilities. The welcome pack was a nice thought and covered basic essentials, including fresh farm eggs...The cottage was light and airy, modern decor and spotlessly clean. In addition the bed was as comfy as those claimed by a national hotel chain. Getting about was easy with local bus stops close by as was the park and ride 5 minutes up the road. Some 10 minutes walk was a local Tesco convenience store. The owners are operating a very green business model and that has a to br commended. In summary an idyllic location to stay in clean and comfortable accommodation with great owners. Highly recommend .

- G, September 2019
Elizabeth August 2019

“A wonderful cottage with lovely views of the surrounding countryside.”

despite being off a main road it is actually quite secluded. The cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed. The owners are friendly and helpful and kindly gave us a lovely welcome basket including fresh eggs from the chickens which the kids loved! we very much appreciated the time taken to tell us about the orchard and the surrounding area-it was very kind and welcoming. the location is excellent for visiting Bath with bus routes and the park and ride nearby or a 10 minute drive into the centre itself. we also visited Lacock Abbey, Bradford-on-Avon, Longleat, Frome, Cheddar Gorge and lots of other lovely towns all in reasonable driving distance. would absolutely recommend this cottage and the children are already asking to return!

- Elizabeth, August 2019
Duncan June 2019

“The owners were extremely friendly and made us welcome from day one.”

The location was excellent, very close to Bath but also in a quiet location. One immediately had the feeling of being in the English country side with lovely views. In addition to the very comfortable cottage a table and chairs was made exclusively available to us where we could sit under the trees on the edge of the apple orchard. All in all, an experience we will never forget.

- Duncan, June 2019
Lesley March 2019

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

Easy access into Bath but set in quiet and tranquil surroundings allowing for a relaxing holiday. The cottage is fully equipped with all amenities and hosts were always on hand if needed.

- Lesley, March 2019
Mr and Mrs Chew

“We had an amazing time here!”

The cottage is so beautiful and there's so much privacy here. We will definitely come again.

- Mr and Mrs Chew,
Francis, Sevda and Marina

“A lovely few days.”

- Francis, Sevda and Marina,
The Bordet-Chauveau family

“We really love this place.”

The cottage is very comfortable.

- The Bordet-Chauveau family,
The Hollands

“A lovely cottage.”

It was the perfect location for walks . The log burner was great too !

- The Hollands,
Wade and Phil

“A lovely peaceful cottage with a friendly atmosphere.”

Perfect distance from the city centre, made better by the Park and Ride ! Very cozy. It's been wonderful.

- Wade and Phil,
The Evans family

“Thank you we had a lovely weekend in Bath.”

Our 4th stay here (at least) and am sure it won't be our last (we hope!) Always a lovely warm welcome and cozy too.

- The Evans family,
The Buckness family

“A beautiful location in a well equipped, comfortable cottage.”

- The Buckness family,
Mr N

“â€œIt was fantastic stay.”

The landlord was so kind and coperative. The house is very nice and a wonderful place to relax. Matt was very kind and would always meet us while smile on his face. I would 100% recommend this place for stay while in Bath. It is not very far from Bath Centre and very easily accessible on the Bus. Wonderful place will definitely book it again when in Bath next timeâ€

- Mr N,
Mr Crawford Jones

“We had a lovely holiday in your gorgeous cottage.”

Our time in Bath was brilliant.

- Mr Crawford Jones,
Field and Vera

“A delightful, quiet stay in an enchanting part of the country.”

Cottage and hosts ideal

- Field and Vera,
Mrs de Roy

“Had a fantastic stay.”

Lovely location and beautiful cottage. Thank you very much!\ \ \

- Mrs de Roy,
Bexhill

“Came away to re-charge batteries, definitely done that in this lovely cottage.”

Matt & Louise very friendly & welcoming. Thanks very much for welcome basket, & supply of eggs very much appreciated. Beautiful setting. Peace & quiet.

- Bexhill,
Ho

“We had a wonderful time here, very close to Bath centre, but also the beautiful countryside.”

Best of both worlds!

- Ho,
Sen

“We loved our stay at the barrowmead cottage.”

We wish it could have been longer. The location and the view was excellent. Matt and Louise were great hosts. The house was really cute and cosy. The fire place was all setup and ready to go. So was the kitchen, with a cute basket full of goodies. Even though it's well connected to the city, once you are in the property it feels you are amongst nature. We would love to visit and stay there again. :) Mr Sen, May 2017.

- Sen,
Mr Grant

“Everything was of a very high standard”

- Mr Grant,
Matt, Alison and Violet

“We've had such a lovely week here, our one year old has really enjoyed having the space to crawl about too!”

We will definitely recommend the cottage to friends and hope to come back ourselves as it is an excellent base for exploring around Bath. A really lovely, comfy cottage. Thank you!

- Matt, Alison and Violet,

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.
Central heating, woodburner
Electric induction hob, oven and grill, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with freezer compartment, washer/dryer
Smart TV, DVD, The cottage now boasts a full-fibre connection with internet speeds around 200 mbps up and down
Fuel and power inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Cot and highchair
Bench outside the property, and separate garden
Off road parking
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 1 mile.

The property

The Cottage At Barrow Mead!

When we visited this delightful cottage, we couldn't believe it is where it is and that you are actually IN Bath, well actually you're not, it's just that you are near the centre but you look out across open countryside!!

As you pass through Bath, you suddenly find this little lane running alongside a school approximately 1/2 mile later and you're in the middle of nowhere, overlooking the rolling countryside of the southern Cotswolds.

Hikers, birdwatchers and those in search of peace are just as likely to enjoy this super cottage as are those looking for culture, shops and a gastronomic experience, given its proximity to the heart of Bath, which is just 15 minutes away in the bus or car.

Inside, the open plan ground floor gives a real sense of space which, with the woodburning stove, is just as welcoming and snug in winter as it is cool and inviting in summer.

The cottage now boasts a full-fibre connection with internet speeds around 200 mbps up and down.

The private garden area overlooking the orchard and rolling countryside offers a super hideaway, while listening to birdsong.

A little piece of heaven in Bath.

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About the location

BATH

Bristol 13 miles; Glastonbury 25 miles.

The beautiful, cosmopolitan city of Bath, a World Heritage Site, offers something for everyone. No matter the time of year you visit, you are likely to find events catering for all tastes, from the famous Christmas market to music, food and cultural festivals and world-class theatre productions on offer at the Theatre Royal. The streets are lined with every kind of restaurant and the wide range of quality bars and shops are sure to tempt. The stunning architecture of Georgian terraces are famous and a joy to behold, whilst a visit to the celebrated Roman Baths and wonderful abbey are a must whilst staying in this beautiful city. Should you tire of all on offer in the centre then there are many attractions located under an hour’s drive away; take a gentle boat trip along the Kennet and Avon Canal, explore the craft shops at local Frome or Bradford-on-Avon, or explore mystical Glastonbury, Cheddar Caves, Wookey Hole, Lacock or even ancient Stonehenge. Bath offers visitors a very special holiday experience, whatever the season.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a lovely stay at Barrow Mead.”

“Very comfortable and well-equipped cottage in a beautiful, peaceful location but still able to walk into central Bath.”

“An excellent cottage on the outskirts of Bath about 3 miles from the center of Bath with excellent transport connections to the city center.”

“Spacious and very well-equipped cottage.”

“Very nice and comfortable cottage.”

“NICE COTTAGE, EVRYTHING YOU NEED IS PRESENT.”

“This is a great little cottage, very quiet and comfortable with great views over open countryside.”

“Would have liked thicker quilts on the beds, as the ones provided were suitable for summer use only.”

“We found the double room quite claustrophobic especially as the door did not ...”

“Very welcoming host and guest food and drink items, lovely position, an ...”

“Lovely rural property within easy reach of Bath and local amenities.”

“We had a very pleasant 4 nights.”

“Excellent cottage in beautiful surroundings, clean and looked after.”

“This place was a real find!”

“We had a fine stay at Barrow Mead cottage, starting with a warm welcome from the owners.”

“A warm and friendly welcome to a delightful cottage.”

“The property is in an excellent location, only about 10 minute drive into Bath which is a very beautiful little city with plenty to see.”

“The owners of the property lived in an adjacent property and were very friendly.”

“Delightful cottage.”

“Nice spacious clean cottage.”

“Great location for Bath and surrounding area accommodation was perfect .”

“Absolutely amazing experience for a short space of time we had (weekend).”

“Fabulous location.”

“The cottage was in delightful surroundings and the owners were welcoming and friendly.”

“The owners were very welcoming and left a lovely welcome basket.”

“The location, close to town but very peaceful down a country lane, was ideal.”

“We had a wonderful break in a dream location.”

“A wonderful cottage with lovely views of the surrounding countryside.”

“The owners were extremely friendly and made us welcome from day one.”

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

“We had an amazing time here!”

“A lovely few days.”

“We really love this place.”

“A lovely cottage.”

“A lovely peaceful cottage with a friendly atmosphere.”

“Thank you we had a lovely weekend in Bath.”

“A beautiful location in a well equipped, comfortable cottage.”

“â€œIt was fantastic stay.”

“We had a lovely holiday in your gorgeous cottage.”

“A delightful, quiet stay in an enchanting part of the country.”

“Had a fantastic stay.”

“Came away to re-charge batteries, definitely done that in this lovely cottage.”

“We had a wonderful time here, very close to Bath centre, but also the beautiful countryside.”

“We loved our stay at the barrowmead cottage.”

“Everything was of a very high standard”

“We've had such a lovely week here, our one year old has really enjoyed having the space to crawl about too!”

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About the location

BATH