Brook Cottage

4.8★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Electric car charging
Hot tub
Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

23 Customer Review(s)

Marcus
November 2023

“We had a village wide power cut and we were unable to find a torch anywhere.”

We would have welcomed a visitor book in the cottage with suggestions of places to eat, walk, visit etc as we were completely new to the area One disappointment from our stay was a lack of welcome pack - we stay in dog friendly cottages at least twice a year and we have always had a gift of local provisions (just milk and bread in some cases) but at Brook cottage - nothing! It was advertised as a premium place to stay and in every other way it was.

We would have welcomed a visitor book in the cottage with suggestions of places to eat, walk, visit etc as we were completely new to the area One disappointment from our stay was a lack of welcome pack - we stay in dog friendly cottages at least twice a year and we have always had a gift of local provisions (just milk and bread in some cases) but at Brook cottage - nothing! It was advertised as a premium place to stay and in every other way it was.

- Marcus, November 2023

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Brook Cottage. We appreciate your feedback and can only apologise if the Housekeeper forgot your welcome pack. We will check the welcome folder on the next changeover,as this should contain information on places to visit and lovely Restaurants to eat at local to the area. The Cottage should also have a torch, again we will check it's in a prominent place for guests to find. We would love to welcome you back again in the future, kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Kate October 2023

“Honestly the property was lovely, great location, great facilities in the house.”

My only grumbles there was no instructions for heating, we couldn’t work the lock for the bins and sofa was low but that’s my opinion. I would only say my disappointments where such late checkin and early check out for what it cost. Plus I didn’t feel we should strip beds and empty bins for the price.

- Kate, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Brook Cottage. It's lovely to hear how much you enjoyed staying, it is a lovely cottage in a wonderful spot in the Cotswolds. I will pass on your comments to our Managed Services to look at updating the information provided in the cottage and they will also review the check-in and check-out times. We would love to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Lauren September 2023

“It was absolutely AMAZING.”

We honestly had the best stay ever. It delivered everything we needed! I can't thank you enough.

- Lauren, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Brook Cottage. Its fabulous to hear you LOVED the property. It's wonderful and in such a lovely spot to explore the Cotswolds. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Rene August 2023

“The cottage is really nice and very modern, comfortable and high-quality equipped/renovated.”

The place was quiet and an ideal location to discover the Cotswolds. We had a problem with the power for washing/drying facilities. We got very quick help, but it wasnt solved in order to use everything as hoped.

- Rene, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Brook Cottage. It's lovely to hear you enjoyed the stay, it's a great cottage in a wonderful location and the hot tub is just what you need after a long day. I'm sorry to hear you had an issue with the power, but our Maintenance Team have now sorted this out for any future guests. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Russell August 2023

“Very clean and very well stocked with both facilities / utensils and arrival gifts.”

- Russell, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Lisa June 2023

“We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Brook Cottage in Little Barrington.”

Little Barrington is a very peaceful and picturesque village in what seems in the middle of nowhere yet it has great links to the major towns in the Cotswolds. The local pub (The fox) is amazing, excellent food and friendly staff. Brook cottage itself lived up to the descriptions and the pictures on the booking website and did not disappoint in any way. Really not sure how to convey this property apart from WOW, WOW, WOW. We would thoroughly recommend this cottage to our friends ad family.

- Lisa, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Brook Cottage and in Little Barrington. Best wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner
Suzanna May 2023

“Everything was well appointed, very stylish and comfortable.”

The garden and the aspect it offered from the kitchen, let this property down from being excellent in all aspects. We made the comment and sent photos on Tuesday as it was bank holiday weekend. A gardener was organised and we got the benefit on our last day , that was a maintenance issue as it was overgrown and lots of weeds , but the dirt bank and its crumbling concrete steps really detracts from much higher standard of accommodation elsewhere and is therefore currently overpriced until this is rectified.

- Suzanna, May 2023

Many thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. We are really glad you appreciated the high standard of accommodation. A gardener attends the property regularly, however wet weather followed by lots of sunshine meant things had grown very quickly. The bank was purposely populated with mixed thyme and rosemary over a year ago forming a tapestry of mixed herbs. It’s designed to be environmentally friendly offering an informal, organic look. The steps are currently being addressed and should be completed by the end of this month. Best wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner
Kelly May 2023

“Brook cottage is beautiful.”

We fell in love with little barrington and our stay was very comfortable. Lots of thought has been put into the interior and the beds were very comfortable, and the decor very homely. We have only feedback on some of the smaller detail, for example - it was clearly advertised as pet friendly, with a note that no pets were allowed on furniture. This was clear before our stay, however upon arrival we noted the additional request to keep pets downstairs only. This was a surprise and although it mentioned a stair gate provided we searched high and low and couldn’t find one. This resulted in us improvising with clothes airers/chairs. We also recommend the inclusion of a fan, we had to head out and buy our own to help sleeping in the top room which was very warm. We tried to call Manor cottages but we’re not able to get through. Also some of the cutlery/ crockery was dirty on arrival. We would stay again and share this feedback in the hope it is seen as constructive. Thanks for a great stay!

- Kelly, May 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed the cottage and fell in love with the village. Our pet terms and conditions for all our properties can be found on our website. We are sorry that you were not able to reach us by telephone during your stay, we always have staff available to answer the phone. There is also the option of web messaging us. The suite on the top floor does not normally overheat, it is generous sized room with good ventilation. However, we will investigate and a fan has now been provided. The stair-gate is housed in the downstairs cupboard under the stairs. Regards cleanliness, we have an almost perfect score and take this very seriously however small. A cleaning supervisor has been appointed. We look forward to welcoming you back. Best wishes Character Cottages. Property Owner
Wendy May 2023

“We had a wonderful weekend away at Brook Cottage.”

It is a beautiful cottage with a stunning interior; it’s well furnished with all the amenities you would need. The kitchen was well equipped and the lounge was cosy, with a great sofa with enough room for everyone. The bedrooms were comfortable and the doubles were a good size. As mentioned in the description, the steps down to the cottage are steep. The hot tub was a great bonus! The location of the cottage is simply beautiful, very peaceful. We would also recommend the village pub, just a very short walk away.

- Wendy, May 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay and especially the hot tub. Thank you for the recommendation of the local pub. We hope to welcome you back again. Best wishes Character Cottages Property Owner
Maria May 2023

“The house is stunning.”

So well put together. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you. The area is gorgeous too. We walked with our little girls to The Fox for dinner. Thank you so much for the very kind welcome pack of goodies. It was very well received. We would definitely recommend the property to friends.

- Maria, May 2023

Thank you for your wonderful comments. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Brook Cottage and the village of Little Barrington. Best wishes, Character Cottage Property Owner
Chrissy January 2023

“Decorated to the highest standard, very comfortable indeed and clean.”

Great views from the cottage and superb location for places like Daylesford, Stow-O-T-Wold, Bourton-O-T-Water (stunning) and excellent Fox pub in walking distance. Dog walks galore too including Sherborne Estate grounds nearby. We had big issues with heating but credit to the owners for responding fast, turning up with logs for the fire and dropping a card off to say sorry. Things can go wrong but 5 star response! Only note to this property is there are lot's of steps which may not suit everyone.

- Chrissy, January 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Brook Cottage and although there was issues with the heating we are pleased the situation was rectified as quickly as possible. Best wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner
Kristin December 2022

“The cottage was great and as advertised.”

It was in a great location striking distance to many of the quintessential Cotswolds towns. The pub down the street, the Fox, and nearby Burford were great. The cabin itself was lovely with great rooms and living area and kitchen. Plenty of dishes and supplies for us to cook our own meals during the Christmas holiday. Given we couldn't check in until 6pm, we arrived well after dark, and it was difficult to find the cabin. It would be helpful to have clearer directions as we weren't able to see the sign on the house in the dark. Also there were no soap, shampoo, or other toiletries in the bathrooms.

- Kristin, December 2022

Thank you for providing this feedback and we're delighted that you loved Brook Cottage and also the great location. Thank you for bringing some issues to our attention - we are looking at bringing forward check in times and would usually provide consumables for your arrival, but not always toiletries.We hope to welcome you again. Best wishes Character Cottages Property Owner
Frances December 2022

“Don’t think too hard about booking this cottage because it IS gorgeous.”

Fabulously well equipped kitchen, comfy beds, comfy sofa, and a cosy easy to manage log burner. Little Barrington is the perfect Cotswolds village with great walks to the pub and to a coffee shop, It’s also up the road from the lovely Burford Garden Centre. We stayed just before Christmas, in the snow so the underfloor heating was a bonus. There were a couple of housekeeping issues which were ironed out and we would definitely like to revisit Brook Cottage for a summer break next time.

- Frances, December 2022

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Brook Cottage. It's wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed staying and we have to agree it is GORGEOUS. It's the perfect base for the Cotswolds and we would love to welcome you back in the future. Kind regards Manor Cottages Property Owner
Ellie December 2022

“Firstly we had a lovely stay at Brook cottage.”

The place was very spacious and well decorated and perfect for a family get together. It’s in a great location and in a beautiful setting. A few things that sadly let it down for us was we asked multiple times for the bedroom with the 2 single beds to be made into a double however this was never done. And secondly as the weather was bad we couldn’t get the hottub working. We asked for maintenance to come round when we were out but when we arrived back it still wasn’t working. We didn’t receive any notification about it being fixed and we tired to call to check and the office was closed - we called the next day to find out it was a frozen pipe and it had been fixed however a simple call to let us know how to fix the problem would of been greatly appreciated- sadly this meant we couldn’t use the hot tub for the entire stay which was a massive let down for all the family. Overall we had a lovely stay and would love to return in the future use the hot tub!

- Ellie, December 2022

Many thanks for your feedback on the gorgeous Brook Cottage. Very happy to hear you had an enjoyable stay overall and would love to return. We can only apologise that the beds were not made up as requested on arrival, a call to the local office would have meant we could rectify this. The hot tub incident was unfortunate, we were certainly not aware that the pipes would freeze, the week you stayed was a particularly cold week. We are extremely sorry that you were not contacted and informed of what was happening and we will look into the lack of communication from our end. Character Cottages Property Owner
Mary November 2022

“The cottage was exactly as described and we had the most fabulous weekend would highly reccomend”

- Mary, November 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad that you had a wonderful stay. Best wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner
L November 2022

“Absolutely perfect little bolthole - wonderful for getting away from it all!”

Stunning finishing touches throughout - stayed 6 nights and felt fully recharged after a truly lovely stay

- L, November 2022

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Brook Cottage. It's wonderful to hear you all really enjoyed your stay, we hope to welcome you back again very soon. Kind regards Character Cottages Property Owner
Lisa October 2022

“The cottage is fantastically furnished and presented, very clean and tidy, with light coloured carpets and furnishings.”

Very luxurious and very high quality fitments and fittings. Amazing. It has every amenity you could wish for and is ideally located for access to The Cotswolds highlights. We had a wonderful stay, thank you. Sadly the third bed could not be made into a double (please amend the listing) and the heating was a little complicated to operate - however the owner was incredibly generous in restoring the heating immediately upon request. It maybe helpful to lable or provide further instructions on the heating, for ease of use. The hot tub was wonderfully relaxing and easy to operate. The local pub was fantastic and a short stroll away. We would highly recommend to others - as long as they are as committed to preserving the very pale carpets and furnishings and willing to look after them as we did. We would love to return.

- Lisa, October 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your lovely comments and for highly recommending Brook Cottage. We are very sorry the single beds were not made into a double this time, the two bed-bases do push together and the Loaf, Top Dog single mattresses are zip and link. This will not be an issue in the future. We would love for you to return in the near future. Property Owner
Leo September 2022

“Wow, what an incredible cottage in a beautiful little village.”

The owners are passionate about their property which is clear to see in the quality of the finish and specification. The local pub is great and just a short walk away, Burford is a short trip down the road with lots of amenities too. Excellent service from the local team at Character Cottages, we will definitely be staying next year.

- Leo, September 2022

Thank you for your excellent feedback and kind comments. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and the local area. Thank you fro the recommendation of the local pub. We look forward to welcoming you back next year. Best wishes Character Cottages Property Owner
K August 2022

“Beautiful cottage in picture postcard village.”

The hot tub was fab and once hot it stayed hot and was simple to use. There were no complimentary logs but the garage 5 mins away was well stocked. All pubs within 10 miles were great and cottage well located for all of the cotswold villages. The swivel TV was fantastic but needed a teenager to work it out - he did. Great place - great neighbours and hope to be back there.

- K, August 2022

Thank you for your constructive comments with regard to Brook Cottage, we are disappointed to hear there were no logs provided for your stay, we can reassure you that this has been addressed and do hope that does not deter you from booking with us again. With best wishes Character Cottages Property Owner
Naida July 2022

“We really felt the lack of garden chairs to use on the lawn wher wecoujd sit in some shade .”

A sun umbrella over the table would have been good too. We found having a gardener using a strimmer and a mower fi ovr an hour on Wednesday afternoon was an intrusion. We could not be on the garden. Could his work not be done on a Friday?

- Naida, July 2022

Thank you for your feedback, it helps us improve! In terms of the gardener; we have many short stays, meaning change-over isn't always on a Friday. I am sorry you were dissatisfied, Character Cottages informed us that you were contacted prior to the visit, but raised no objection. They have also said they could juggle the gardener if so, desired. It's a balance, as we do like to keep the house and garden in tip-top condition for our guests. Your stay was the hottest on record in the UK, and the garden did need attention. In terms of the garden furniture, we will purchase additional items as soon as possible. Property Owner
Michael June 2022

“Beautifully appointed cottage in an idyllic small Cotswold village.”

Delightful walks along country lanes and public footpaths from the doorstep. Excellent food at the village food just down the road.

- Michael, June 2022

I'm so pleased you had a lovely stay in Brook Cottage. It really is such a great Cottage in a wonderful location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again. Best wishes, Manor cottages Property Owner
Jon June 2022

“Lovely cottage finished to a high standard with quality furnishings and attention to detail.”

We all had a really great time and left with a very positive experience. For completeness of feedback, we did ask for the bedding to changed (non feathers/duck down) on the top floor and whilst the duvet was changed the pillows were not so we slept with cushions from the sofa. Also, the hot-tub (whilst looking exceptionally plush) took nearly 6hrs 'start to finish' to fill it with water and then heat it. And for hygiene reasons you should empty the water each day which I believe is +/- 700 litres of water......we couldn't help but think it was wasteful use of resources.

- Jon, June 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave such nice feedback and scoring us 100/100 on the owner portal, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay and made use of the facilities. Sorry to hear you had a couple of issues. We made every endeavor to ensure that all was perfect. Everything is brand new, and being our first week, although the pillows were available, it seems that they were vacuum sealed in their packaging, and not easily identifiable. We use the managed service; any issues should be resolved with Character Cottages during the stay to avoid disappointment. In reference to the hot tub, we chose a log-fired version, to avoid any harmful chemicals. It takes around 20 minutes to fill and should have a heat up time of around two hours. Since your stay we have installed a hot water tank in order to shorten the length of time it takes to heat. We imagined our guests lighting the wood burner, cracking open a bottle of wine and soaking up the romantic atmosphere in the glorious Cotswold’s. The hot tub has won awards for being eco-friendly, as it’s 80% recyclable, uses no electricity and is hand built in the UK. The water drains into the garden, watering the grass and hedges beyond. There are some fundamentals for maximum heat in minimum time; leaving the lid on and not over-filling. We have contacted the supplier and updated the instructions accordingly. For full info, this is a link to the Tubmarine website. https://www.tubmarine.co.uk Property Owner
Jo May 2022

“Lovely spacious, so clean and new.”

Great location

- Jo, May 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a nice feedback, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you again soon. Property Owner

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Summary

Over three floors
1 x second-floor super-king-size and en-suite freestanding bath, handheld shower, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size, 1 x twin which can be zip linked on request
Bathroom with freestanding bath, handheld shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC Cloakroom/utility with basin, washing machine, tumble dryer and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Due to having some stairs from the car park, we advise you drop your suitcases to the front of the property and the key safe is next to the front door and then park your car at the back.
Air-source central heating with wood burning stove and underfloor heating
Electric AGA oven and hob, separate electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, Delonghi Coffee machine, hairdryers
Smart TV with basic Sky package and Freeview, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove inc. in rent
bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and cot available
Off-road parking for 4 cars
EV Car Charger available at a cost of £50.00 per holiday
Multi-level garden with gravelled area, lawn, garden furniture
Wood fired hot tub
Two small well-behaved dogs welcome at £50 per pet, per week
Sorry no smoking
Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.3 miles
Note: The raised lawn is accessed via steep stone steps, please take care
Note: Check-in from 6pm, check-out by 10am

The property

Brook Cottage, a magnificent three-story Cotswolds cottage, can be found in Oxfordshire's charming village of Little Barrington near Burford.

For a group or family of six, plus their canine companion, Brook Cottage is an ideal dog-friendly lodging in the Cotswold, with easy access to the local amenities and nearby towns and villages.

Before entering your new home-from-home, leave your car in the driveway, which has enough space for four vehicles and an electric car charging point.

The EV Car Charger is available at a cost of £50.00 per holiday.

Look forward to long, lazy dinners with loved ones over a bottle of fizz at the extendable dining table, as you plan the days ahead.

Cook up a storm in the stylish and spacious kitchen, which has a dishwasher, an electric AGA, and a breakfast bar with seating for six.

If the weather is nice, dinner can be enjoyed out in the large rear, multi-level garden, whilst your little ones and four-legged friend play.

After dinner, make your way up to the raised lawn where you can enjoy an indulgent dip in the award-winning wood-fired hot tub, it is handmade in the UK by Tubmarine.

The stainless-steel tub is built using sustainable timber, requires no electricity and uses no harsh chemicals.

Since installing, we have added an additional hot-water tank.

It now has a filling time of around 25 minutes, and the log burner should heat the water up in around one hour.

Crack open a bottle of wine, relax and unwind while the fire gently heats the water or start with a truly beneficial cold dip, Wim Hof style!

https://www.tubmarine.co.uk.

As the evening grows dark, gather your group on the large corner sofa for a family film night on the Smart TV, whilst your pooch takes up their favourite spot in front of the woodburning stove.

The cloakroom, which includes a washing machine and dryer, completes the ground floor.

You'll find an elegant freestanding tub and a walk-in shower on the first floor, perfect for freshening up after a day out!

Choose from a super-king-size, a twin or a second-floor super-king-size room with exposed beams, Smart TV, and an en-suite freestanding bath, to catch your rest in, each beautifully appointed and with plenty of storage.

If you don't feel like cooking, check out the nearby Inn for All Seasons and The Fox at Barrington, both serving tasty dishes in a welcoming atmosphere.

A nearby petrol station has everything you need for stocking up on ingredients or last-minute essentials.

Head over to Burford, where you will find the excellent Burford Golf Club, pleasant strolls along the River Windrush, the Tolsey Museum, and The Priory Tearooms, where you may indulge in a sweet treat.

Once you arrive in the popular location of Bourton-on-the-Water, you'll have the option to take your wildlife-loving friends to Greystones Farm Nature Reserve, the Salmonsbury Meadows and Birdland Park and Gardens.

If that's not your cup of thing, you can also check out the charming Model Village or the Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection, and then dine at the well-known Mousetrap Inn before returning to Brook Cottage.

Make a point to stop by the town of Stow on the Wold, the highest Cotswolds town, where you can peruse antique shops, dine in restaurants and taverns, or take a stroll through the town with a guided tour.

For a memorable escape to the Cotswolds, choose the luxurious Brook Cottage!!

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

LITTLE BARRINGTON

Burford 3.4 miles; Bourton-on-the-Water 7.1 miles; Stow-on-the-Wold 8.8 miles.

Little Barrington is a charming countryside village resting in the Cotswolds AONB between Windrush and Burford. The village is known for its idyllic location along the River Windrush and offers the amenities of The Fox at Barrington which houses a pub and restaurant, as well as a petrol station where you can stock up on any essentials. Within easy reach of the village is Burford, where you will find further attractions and amenities, including the Burford Golf Club, Burford Priory, Tolsey Museum, the 18th-century Cotswolds Arms and The Royal Oak.

Please note this property has a refundable Good Housekeeping of £250.
Please note there is a pet charge of £50 per week, per dog. 2 small dogs welcome.
Please note the garden is multi level and the grassed area and hot tub are accessed via steep stone steps not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Due to having some stairs from the car park, we advise you drop your suitcases to the front of the property and the key safe is next to the front door and then park your car at the back.
Please note: EV Car Charger available at a cost of £50.00 per holiday.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a village wide power cut and we were unable to find a torch anywhere.”

“Honestly the property was lovely, great location, great facilities in the house.”

“It was absolutely AMAZING.”

“The cottage is really nice and very modern, comfortable and high-quality equipped/renovated.”

“Very clean and very well stocked with both facilities / utensils and arrival gifts.”

“We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Brook Cottage in Little Barrington.”

“Everything was well appointed, very stylish and comfortable.”

“Brook cottage is beautiful.”

“We had a wonderful weekend away at Brook Cottage.”

“The house is stunning.”

“Decorated to the highest standard, very comfortable indeed and clean.”

“The cottage was great and as advertised.”

“Don’t think too hard about booking this cottage because it IS gorgeous.”

“Firstly we had a lovely stay at Brook cottage.”

“The cottage was exactly as described and we had the most fabulous weekend would highly reccomend”

“Absolutely perfect little bolthole - wonderful for getting away from it all!”

“The cottage is fantastically furnished and presented, very clean and tidy, with light coloured carpets and furnishings.”

“Wow, what an incredible cottage in a beautiful little village.”

“Beautiful cottage in picture postcard village.”

“We really felt the lack of garden chairs to use on the lawn wher wecoujd sit in some shade .”

“Beautifully appointed cottage in an idyllic small Cotswold village.”

“Lovely cottage finished to a high standard with quality furnishings and attention to detail.”

“Lovely spacious, so clean and new.”

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About the location

LITTLE BARRINGTON