Ellen Cottage

4.4★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

6 Customer Review(s)

Claire
October 2023

“The most perfect little cottage with tons of character.”

We loved our stay here and the children loved the quirkiness of the rooms being on different levels. The beds were extremely comfortable and the addition of a tv in the main bedroom was a real treat. Only a couple of minor points, no towels in the master bedroom on arrival, the tap in the en suite leaks constantly - I dread to think the amount of water being wasted! The outside chairs need replacing as there are holes in nearly all of them rendering them useless. Although sitting up there in ...

We loved our stay here and the children loved the quirkiness of the rooms being on different levels. The beds were extremely comfortable and the addition of a tv in the main bedroom was a real treat. Only a couple of minor points, no towels in the master bedroom on arrival, the tap in the en suite leaks constantly - I dread to think the amount of water being wasted! The outside chairs need replacing as there are holes in nearly all of them rendering them useless. Although sitting up there in sunshine was wonderful - the most perfect sun trap. The kitchenware could do with updating also. Other than that, we would definitely stay here again. The location is excellent, great for local walks but also for exploring the Cotswolds. The local pub (less than a 5min walk) was also excellent in every way and well worth a visit. Thank you!

- Claire, October 2023

Thank you for your lovely comments on Ellen Cottage, we apologise that there were no towels in the master bedroom. We will pass the comments to the owner regarding the garden chairs and the tap. We are pleased to hear you loved your stay and would love to welcome back to the Cotswolds in the future. Manor Cottages Property Owner
Nigel October 2023

“The cottage was lovely but it needed more bedding and the front door lock was temperamental.”

- Nigel, October 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback on your stay at Ellen Cottage. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the property and appreciate your comments regarding the bedding and front door lock. We hope that we can welcome you again one day in the future. Best wishes, Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Keith July 2023

“Very comfortable property suitably located for visiting surrounding attractions.”

Plenty of space with 3 bedrooms and ample facilities. Available parking on-site.

- Keith, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you found the cottage to be spacious and enjoyed the location too. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Adam September 2021

“We had a lovely stay and the cottage is nice but for a child this cottage was challenging with the numerous stairs leading from the living room and there being no stair gates in place.”

We had an issue with the wifi not working for 2 days, although once we were able to speak to the Management Company it was quickly resolved. There is no phone signal at all in the cottage which some may find a bit frustrating and, due to the stone walls, the Bluetooth signal was poor which was an issue for us as we had a baby monitor that relies on Bluetooth. The kitchen is well stocked but lacks a coffee machine which nowadays is fairly standard (particular for the 5* rating and price tag) and the glasses supplied within the kitchen were limited being either a pint or a wine glass - nothing for a G&T! There were no chest of drawers in any of the bedrooms which was frustrating when you have clothes for a week to keep neat and tidy. The cottage is located on a fairly quiet road albeit there is some hefty traffic that thunders down the road at an early hour which did wake us. Burford is a lovely, beautiful town which offers a lot as does the local area. We will return to the area but perhaps not to this cottage, sadly.

- Adam, September 2021

We're pleased to hear you had a lovely stay at the cottage and enjoyed exploring the beautiful Burford! Apologies, for the issues you experienced with the wifi - this has now been rectified and we hope your stay was not heavily impacted by this. We do not have coffee machines in every property as a standard item. We do however have cafetieres. There should have been tumblers in the property so we are very sorry that these were not reported as missing before your stay as we would have rectified immediately. We will also look into whether having more storage for clothing is a possibility. Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback - we'd love to welcome you back to the Cotswolds again in the future! Property Owner
Sarah August 2021

“Had a great stay in this cottage.”

The only comment of recommendation of change, is to allow people to enter the property earlier. As 6pm is quite late and 10am a little too early to leave, when you’ve had a lovely time

- Sarah, August 2021

We're so pleased that you had a lovely time at the cottage. Yes, 6pm is a little on the late side but we are maintaining this later check-in to ensure that housekeepers have ample time to carry out a Covid-safe clean. Property Owner
Jonathan August 2021

“The cottage itself was great.”

Very comfortable. Unfortunately the internet went down due to an area fault. However once it was fixed in the area, the system in the cottage was not re booted so I had no internet for the rest of the stay. Also, there was a leak from one of the bathroom sinks so i couldn’t use it until the plumbers came in to fix it. These were both unfortunate events that hopefully would not normally happen.

- Jonathan, August 2021

We're very sorry to hear that you had difficulty with wifi and plumbing during your stay. We have no rectified both of these issues and hope that your stay was no impacted by these unfortunate issues. Property Owner

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Summary

Over three floors
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Smart TV and en-suite bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
1 x double, 1 x twin
Lower-ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen
Lower-ground-floor utility
Living/dining room with multi-fuel stove
Snug
1 small pet allowed
Oil central heating with multi-fuel stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge / freezer - 60/40, seperate under counter fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer
2 x Smart TVs with Sky, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for multi-fuel stove inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 car
Enclosed rear terraced garden with gravelled area, barbecue and furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.4 miles
Note: Check-in is from 6pm, check-out by 10am
Note: There are a handful of steps up to the living/dining room on the ground-floor
Note: The internal stairs can be steep and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility
Note: There are steep stone steps in the garden, please take care
1 small pet allowed

The property

Burford 0.5 mile.

Nestled in the quiet village of Fulbrook near Burford is this lovely, stone-built cottage, Ellen Cottage.

Ellen Cottage is ideal for a group of six who want to get back to the outdoors, with its easy access to the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and ample walking routes.

After parking in the handy off-road space, take a moment to admire this charming dwelling and your quaint surroundings.

Head inside to find a delightful snug where you can stretch out on its ample leather seating, before continuing to the kitchen.

The rustic kitchen is well-equipped for all your culinary needs with an electric oven and hob, fridge and more!

Descend the steps to find a convenient utility room that is served by an extra fridge, freezer and washer/dryer.

Make your way up the steps to find an impressive living/dining room, where a stylish dining table can be found for you to enjoy a meal with your loved ones; after dinner, light the multi-fuel stove to warm yourself up, before gathering with your loved ones on the chesterfield sofas in front of the Smart TV.

When night falls, make your way to a magnificent king-size room, the spacious room provides you with an elegant, four-poster bed to rest in, along with an extra Smart TV; the room is accompanied by a well-presented bathroom, where you are given the option to freshen up in the morning with a bath or walk-in shower.

Venture upstairs to find two more bedrooms, one being a twin room with exposed stone features to give it that homely feel, along with a double room with blue finishes; all the bedrooms feature storage for your belongings.

An additional bathroom can be found on the lower-ground-floor with a spacious walk-in shower for you to prep yourself for the day in.

On sunny days, wander outside and up the steps to find an appealing terrace where you can savour a barbecue or unwind on its ample seating with an engaging book.

A pub serving delicious meals can be found in Fullbrook, for when you're not feeling up to cooking.

Continue to Burford to find the rest of your amenities in one setting, including a selection of pubs, eateries and a well-stocked convenience store.

The town additionally hosts a handful of attractions, including: the fascinating Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens, Tolsey Museum and the brilliant, parkland golf course.

Spend the day in the historic market town of Whitney and tour the living museum of Cogges Manor Farm, take the kids around the stunning Ducklington Lake and Country Park or learn of the town's heritage at the Witney and District Museum.

Travel further afield to the bustling town of Swindon, where you can spend the afternoon at the unique Museum of Computing, enjoy a spot of birdwatching at Lydiard Park and Coate Water Country Park or savour an exhilarating experience at the Jungle Parc.

Be sure to take advantage of your location and explore the Cotswolds AONB to a full extent with its ample walking and cycling trails available, as well as marvellous historic attractions.

The cities of Bath and Bristol additionally make for superb outings for all the family.

There is so much fun to be had from the fabulous Ellen Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

BURFORD

Swinbrook 2.4 miles; Little Barrington 3.5 miles; Minster Lovell 5.6 miles.

Burford is possibly one of, if not the most famous of the Cotswolds' locations. With its medieval bridge, old stone houses and attractive Tudor and Georgian frontages, it is justifiably one of the most picturesque towns in England. Often referred to as the 'Gateway to the Cotswolds', the town was originally a fortified Anglo-Saxon ford which later grew to be an important regional crossroads and wealthy wool town. Located midway between Oxford and Cheltenham, it is a little haven of history and beauty that many come to fall in love with when they visit. The 16th century Tolsey building, once the meeting place for medieval merchants, now houses The Tolsey Museum, a delightful local museum illustrating the town's social and industrial past. The church is stunning, a real gem architecturally with many interesting memorials charting some of Burford's great families. There is also the signature, on the baptisimal font, of Antony Sedley, one of the Levellers besieged in the church in 1649 - three of the ringleaders were executed by Oliver Cromwell's men in the churchyard. History awaits! With little change over the centuries, Burford is now very popular with visitors, both for its beauty and history but also for its shopping and antiques, and for the wide variety of places to eat, with restaurants, pubs and tea shops. It is an ideal base for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudeley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all within ten miles.

Please be aware: parts of this cottage are believed to date back to the 17th century, and as such there are low beams and low door ways.
Please note: This property consists of several sets of steep stairs, please be aware that these may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
This property requires a Good House-keeping Bond of £300.00.
Pets allowed.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The most perfect little cottage with tons of character.”

“The cottage was lovely but it needed more bedding and the front door lock was temperamental.”

“Very comfortable property suitably located for visiting surrounding attractions.”

“We had a lovely stay and the cottage is nice but for a child this cottage was challenging with the numerous stairs leading from the living room and there being no stair gates in place.”

“Had a great stay in this cottage.”

“The cottage itself was great.”

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About the location

BURFORD