The Old Reading Room

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Clay
December 2019

“All pluses, no negativity at all with the property.”

Jules, owner was fantastic and couldn’t do enough for us. Great stay, very high standard of accommodation, superb location

Jules, owner was fantastic and couldn’t do enough for us. Great stay, very high standard of accommodation, superb location
Mrs Bird November 2019

“We enjoyed a nice cosy preChristmas break in this cottage, many thoughtful features and “unexpected & thoughtful extras” provided.”

The location is excellent for touring the area and for the bigger Towns of Oxford and Swindon. The log burner was a delight and kept us warm on cold Winter nights. The Owner is very helpful with local information yet is also very discreet, as her own home is just across the narrow driveway to both cottages. One suggestion that might help others would be some Instruction Books for use of the kitchen equipment, eg cooker, dishwasher etc, unless they were there and we didn’t find them! Will probably like to return here in the future as we really did enjoy our visit here and the local Pub & Community Shop both in walking distance

Thank you for your feedback on The Old Reading Room. We are glad you enjoyed your pre Christmas break. We have passed your feedback onto the owner and the instructions will be placed in more obvious location rather than the kitchen draw for all future guests. The owner will also mention on check in. Manor Cottages. Owner relations
Mr Birdseye September 2019

“The cottage was ready and waiting for us when we arrived.”

Jules, the owner, gave us a great welcome and showed us around. The cottage was cosy, clean and extremely well equipped. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at The Old Reading Room and taking the opportunity to visit many of the picturesque towns and gardens in the area. We would thoroughly recommend this cottage as a place to stay in the Cotswolds.
Mrs Dorman September 2019

“The Old Reading Rooms is a lovely cottage to stay in, in beautiful surroundings.”

The cottage contains everything you would need and more. The large kitchen has a washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher, plus the usual amenities. Jules the owner has supplied the property with excellent facilities and supplies, right down to hair straighteners and a range of extra toiletries in the bathroom cupboards. On the subject of Jules, she is so personable,approachable and friendly, that you arrive at the cottage as strangers but leave as friends.
Mr Coffey July 2019

“Warm welcome by Jules the owner.”

The 'Old Reading Room' is charming accommodation with lots of character. Everything works. The location is perfect for exploring the Cotswolds. Would recommend this place to friends.
Mr Matthews July 2019

“Lovely, immaculately maintained cottage in a great location, Jules the owner was most helpful in giving recommendations and advice on places to visit, eat and drink.”
Mr Reynolds June 2019

“This was the perfect cottage in the perfect location for us, close to all our favourite villages and with a brilliant village pub.”

Jules was a great host, providing all that we needed and more, and the extra goodies were greatly appreciated. We felt so at home there we didn’t want to leave, but we will most certainly be back.
Mr Hagon May 2019

“Jules the owner gave a great welcome and was so informative about the area also recommended restaurants and pubs to visit , Loved the cottage and peaceful garden, a nice week .”
Mrs Chandler December 2018

“This cottage was absolutely beautiful.”

Beautifully decorated and was so much more than we expected. Jules (the owner) had decorated the cottage with fairy lights and a Christmas Tree. Wine/Milk/Orange Juice/Biscuits all provided. We even had a present each. She really went out of her way to make this a very enjoyable 5 nights. It was all the little extras that made all the difference. Hair dryer/curling tongs/hair straighteners - what more could a girl ask for. It was perfect. Plus the log burner was a very welcome feature. Very cosy.
Ms Worth

“: The cottage was ideally situated for access to many towns, villages & national trust properties along with great walks and an amazing choice of hostelries.”

The cottage was perfect for a couple and tastefully presented.\ \
Mr and Mrs Russell.

“It's just perfect; the cottage has been really well kitted out and has a lovely atmosphere.”
Mrs Gater

“Attention to detail very high, everything we needed was provided.”

The cottage was spotless.
Mr and Mrs Richards

“First class holiday cottage !”
Mr Atkinson

“Beautifully appointed cottage; very comfortable accommodation.”
Mr Rohl

“The cottage and grounds were spotless.”
Ms Hart

“Romantic, contemporary cottage - lots of character without it feeling outdated or chintzy.”
Mr and Mrs Walker.

“Perfect location for exploring The Cotswolds-so much to do and see.”

We loved the cottage - perfect.
Mrs Johnson

“This is one of the best cottages we have stayed in and we have been to a few over the years.”
Mr Serra Di Migni

“The cottage is beautiful, extremely well maintained, and fully equiped.”

It is also extremely well located.
Ms Oram

“A beautifully appointed cottage that combines luxury with a homely feel.”
Ms Verzin

“The cottage is extremely well located and perfectly kitted out.”
Ollerenshaw

“The cottage was well appointed and ideally situated for visiting the main centres within the Cotswolds.”

The local inn was within comfortable walking distance and served excellent food which was an ideal way to round off the day. Mr Ollerenshaw, July 2017
Mr Sprong.

“Everything was ok - the cottage was very complete.”
Mrs Austen.

“A slightly larger TV would be good.”
Mr Russell

“The cottage lived up to our expectations and more”
Mr and Mrs Walton.

“The cottage is fitted out to a very high standardand the location is superb.”
Mr and Mrs Addison

“The cottage is extremely well equipped in every area, delightful garden, very tastefully decorated.”
Mr and Mrs Cook

“Spotlessly clean & comfortable.”
“Privacy, home from home”
“Cottage immaculate, Jules was fantastic.”

Lovely touches, very hospitable and welcoming
Barsley

“We did have an issue during the week with the heating but the owner resolved this next day and we were very happy with the resolution, no other problems - the property met our expectations.”

Mr Barsley, April, 2017.
Mr and Mrs Atkinson

“Attention to detail, high quality of appointments and dÃ©cor.”

Well designed space.
Mr Worsley

“The cottage was located in a quiet Cotswolds village, equipped to a very high standard,had a lovely quiet garden area in which to enjoy the sunny and warm weather and the owner was extremely friendly and helpful.”
Mrs Kember

“The Old Reading Room was spacious and well equipped”
Mrs Holmes

“The cottage was lovely and comfortable”
“Attention to detail, flowers, milk, biscuits etc on arrival was a very welcoming.”

Lovely interior in the bathroom
Mr Heinrich

“Our stay at the "Old Reading Room" was very delightful, the accommodation being of top quality and very agreeable standard.”

Nice surrounding and very nice owner who showed us around and welcomed us personally. Visit the Dalesford Deli!
Ms van Praag

“The cottage was very cosy and well equipped.”
Mr & Mrs Kinch

“A beautiful cottage with everything we could of wished for.”
“Warm comfortable, everything we needed, very welcoming hostess”
“Spacious and ensuite facilities, everything to hand plus very clean”
“Lovely area & cottage, lovely food, perfectly situated”
Mr and Mrs Pringle

“So much more than expected.”

Little things mean a lot and there were lots of little things ! Excellent hostess.
Mrs Dale

“The cottage was very pretty and comfortable for the two of us, in a lovely location.”
Mrs Harrow

“Everything was perfect - loved the cottage & location.”

Couldn't have been any better.
shingfield

“A very cosy cottage, very helpful owner next door.”
Mr and Mrs Dean

“Clean comfortable property, nice pub around the corner !”
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The property

The Old Reading Room is an exceptionally well presented, personal and romantic country cottage (three proposals have taken place here to date) set in the heart of this lovely and tranquil village.

The cottage which itself is contemporary and light, and fantastically located to explore the Cotswolds, has been meticulously restored (and maintained) to a very high specification from what was originally the old school room where local children would have practised their reading and music.

The cottage provides light, airy and extremely welcoming accommodation set across two floors, with a number of traditional features balancing out a clean and modern feel, including traditional Cotswold stone walls, open-log burning fire and pretty beams.

Externally the property has access to a peaceful, secluded country cottage garden.

The Old Reading Room is situated in the heart of Bledington, an archetypal Cotswold village with a quintessential village green, attractive stream with Bledington ducks, together with the acclaimed Kings Head pub.

In our opinion this is a stunning English Country Cottage that is certain to delight.

Summary

One gallery style bedroom (stairs from lounge): 1 x double with en suite shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburner.
Central heating, woodburner
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and fridge and freezer
TV, DVD, WIFI
Fuel and power inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Off road parking
Patio with table and chairs and small BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 0.5 miles
Note: This property is not suitable for babies or children
Note: This property requires a good housekeeping bond of £100

About the location

STOW-ON-THE-WOLD

Bourton-on-the-Water 4 miles; Stratford upon Avon 15 miles.

The highest town in the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises olde worlde England. This ancient market town has played host to many fairs since the 12th century and today holds a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs and monthly Farmers' market. The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antique shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of Stow, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close to the town. Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' as the River Windrush runs through the centre, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are all within easy reach and make a great day out. Cheltenham (20 miles away) is, architecturally, the most complete regency town in England. A spa town with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse-racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. At other times of year, it is host to literature, jazz, classical music, science and food and drink festivals. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called 'The City of Dreaming Spires’ has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also within easy reach, making Stow-on-the-Wold an ideal base.

Note: This property is not suitable for babies or children.
NOTE: This property has a £100 good housekeeping bond. This needs to be paid to the owner upon arrival

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

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Features

“All pluses, no negativity at all with the property.”

“We enjoyed a nice cosy preChristmas break in this cottage, many thoughtful features and “unexpected & thoughtful extras” provided.”

“The cottage was ready and waiting for us when we arrived.”