Orchard House

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes

Reviews

Miss Wheatley
November 2018

“A girls holiday for a friends birthday.”

Beautiful property in a pretty village. Very well located for visiting other villages and towns in the local area and further afield. The property was very cosy, comfortable and suited the 5 of us nicely. There is something for everyone whether that be places of historical interest, walking, shopping or eating out. ...

Beautiful property in a pretty village. Very well located for visiting other villages and towns in the local area and further afield. The property was very cosy, comfortable and suited the 5 of us nicely. There is something for everyone whether that be places of historical interest, walking, shopping or eating out. I had requested one of the bedrooms be set up as a twin room instead of a three quarter, although on arrival an oversight meant it had been set up as a three quarter. Following a call to the office, the housekeeper had arrived at the property within the hour [we would have done it ourselves although bedding was stored in another part of the property that was secured]. Excellent customer service that could not be faulted. Would happily recommend to others as a relaxing and comfortable place to stay.
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Mrs Crumbleholme October 2018

“Orchard House exceeded our expectations.”

With a three year old and a one year old we really appreciated the huge kitchen diner which provided the perfect space for the boys to play.
Mr Gay October 2018

“We generally loved our stay at the property, but there are a couple of maintenance issues that we would like to raise.”

There were a number of light bulbs not working throughout the property, the most inconvenient being the lights to the property entrance. This made key collection from the safe at night extremely difficult due to it being pitch black! Perhaps a quick bulb check could be made before guests arrive? Also, on our arrival the refuse and recycling bins were almost full. We were lead to believe that the bin collection woupd be during our stay and the bins were placed onto the road, presumably by the housekeeper. However this wasn’t the case as the bin collection is fortnightly. As a consequence, when we left the bins were over flowing. Perhaps provision should be made for refuse to be removed after guests have left the property? Finally, the Roman blind in the kitchen was found to be broken. This and the non working light bulbs I reported directly to the office, during our stay.

The issue with the outside lights and blinds have both been addressed. Apologies for having to arrive in the pitch black Owner relations
Mrs Dix September 2018

“It was so good to stay in a cottage that was really well equipped, comfortable, and taken care of, as near to one’s own home as could be.”

Many thanks to the owner and especially the housekeeper,who keeps up this high standard week after week, for us all to enjoy. May this go on for years to come!
Mrs Esser

“The cottage was beautifully decorated, very well stocked, and in an excellent location to explore the Cotswolds.”

We loved the lovely open plan kitchen/diner and the bedrooms were comfortable and cosy. The owners had thought of everything in their stocking of the house which made our stay so easy particularly as we have three young children. The kids loved the stream at the bottom of the garden!
Ramaekers

“Orchard house was a lovely home to stay.”

Really adorable for us, typical cotswoldsstyle.\ The kitchen was very bright and we loved spending time there. The rooms were very nice with two bathrooms, which was very welcome with 3 kids. Mrs Ramaekers, April 2017.
Mrs Hayward

“Cottage was beautifully presented, immaculate in every detail”
Mrs Hanrahan

“Beautiful cottage, quiet location but easy reach to everything”
Hood

“The house itself was very good, however we had problems with unavailability of internet for first few days and also problems with the heating/hot water systems.”

Manor Cotts did get these working ( although I think there may be an ongoing issue with the heating system which I have reported) and also kindly offered financial compensation.\ From the owner: ''The central heating and boiler system has just been fully replaced. The drop in pressure that was experienced by two guests in October has now been rectified. Annoyingly the broadband connection was interrupted during the same week. This was a one-off caused by a cross wire at the exchange. It was rectified the day after it occurred. However, our deepest apologies for any inconvenience that was experienced. We really do try and maintain the cottage to the highest possible standard "
Weald

“The house was everything we wanted and more.”

Location was perfect for visiting in the cotswolds. Ms Weald, May 2017.
Mrs Bray

“Absolutely loved this property, the best rental cottage we have stayed in, the owners had thought of everything.”

The kitchen was amazing, massive and very well equipped and much appreciated by a group of foodies and keen cooks! The interior design was extremely tasteful and everything seemed brand new. The location was perfect, Upper Oddington is a lovely quiet village but in walking distance to some seriously great pubs. I have already recommended it to friends and family. We will definitely be back!
Mrs Leicester

“The cottage was beautifully furnished, well equipped and located in a pleasant village.”
Yates

“Orchard House is a beautiful property outside and in, with every room finished to a high standard offering all modern conveniences.”

There were lots of little touches such as bread and dog treats provided on arrival to make us feel at home.
Mrs Reid-Yarwood

“Extremely well renovated, great decor and environment.”

Excellent furnishings and fittings.
Mr Leak

“We find the Cotswolds full of entertaining "things to do" and many places of quality for dining and enjoying a relaxing drink.”

The cottage had everything you would expect from 5 star accommodation and was in pristine condition.\ \
Mrs Maguire

“The cottage was beautifully presented and very comfortable.”

There was plenty of space for the 5 adults in our party.
Louise

“The house is beautiful and was perfect for a family get together to celebrate my dad's 70th birthday.”

It was really clean and spacious enough for six adults and a baby. We're already talking about staying again in the future!â€ \ Louise, September 2016
Mr Place

“Best holiday Cottage we have stayed in”
Ms Plumer

“It was perfect !”
Mrs Gore-Booth

“Beautiful house, very comfortable and lots of special touches”
Mr Voller

“Very clean, very well provisioned, quality fittings incl towels/bedding etc.”
Watson

“It ticked all the boxes and even exceeded our expectations.”

We could not have wished for a more comfortable, homely , tastefully decorated and well- equipped cottage for our family weekend.
Mrs Heath

“It was nice to see it so new and well appointed.”

had everything
Mrs Coombs

“It was the best appointed cottage we have ever stayed in, luxurious in every way.”
Mrs G

“It was in the area we liked and it looked lovely on the photos.”
Mrs A

“Beautifully presented property in pretty village near a pub”
Mrs Haendel

“Beautiful and charming holiday home, incredibly comfortable, very homely”
Miss Thorpe

“Great location, plenty of space, high standard of house”
Mrs Wright

“Beautiful cottage, very well-finished.”

Wonderful kitchen particularly
Mrs Ninnis

“Beautiful place luxury all round”

Features

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

The property

Orchard House is a detached and venerable old cottage that has been beautifully renovated with a cool and contemporary feel throughout.

An award winning self catering cottage it is the essence of luxury and high quality and is without question among the finest holiday cottages in the area.

Inside, the home is well laid out with light, bright rooms, all thoughtfully and stylishly equipped there are wooden and flagstone floors downstairs mixed with beams which retain an attractive character.

Upstairs there are three stunning bedrooms and two modern bathrooms providing warmth and luxury in equal measure.

Cooks will adore the huge kitchen which definitely makes you want to cook(!), plus the important classic farmhouse dining table together creating an incredible heart to this unique home.

Outside you've got ample off street parking (not that this is important in a quiet village like this...) along with a good size garden to the rear, accessed from the kitchen.

Families especially will love this home, but it is likely to appeal just as much to friends who want to sample the Cotswolds at its best.

With the pub quite literally 30 seconds from your front door and Stow on the Wold 5 mins in the car - everything you could possibly need is here!

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor kingsize double plus ensuite bathroom with walk in shower, WC and washbasin, 1 x first floor super kingsize double (zip/link can be 2 x singles on request), 1 x first floor twin. First floor bathoom with bath, power shower over, WC and washbasin. Groundfloor cloakroom with WC and washbasin. Living room. Kitchen/diner. Utility.

Amenities

Heating
Electric cooker, 5 hobs, double oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave
TV with Sky TV (Sky Sports), BluRay DVD, wIfI
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Patio with table and chairs, further enclosed garden
Gravelled driveway with ample parking space for 3 cars
Cot and highchair available
One well behaved pet welcome
Note: There is a small stream at the very bottom of the garden, families with young children should take note
Note: This property requires a refundable Good House Keeping Bond of £300 paid prior to arrival.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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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: There is a small stream at the very bottom of the garden, families with young children should take note.
NOTE: This property has a £300 good housekeeping bond This amount is automatically shadowed when the booking is made

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews

“A girls holiday for a friends birthday.”

“Orchard House exceeded our expectations.”

“We generally loved our stay at the property, but there are a couple of maintenance issues that we would like to raise.”

“It was so good to stay in a cottage that was really well equipped, comfortable, and taken care of, as near to one’s own home as could be.”

“The cottage was beautifully decorated, very well stocked, and in an excellent location to explore the Cotswolds.”

“Orchard house was a lovely home to stay.”

“Cottage was beautifully presented, immaculate in every detail”

“Beautiful cottage, quiet location but easy reach to everything”

“The house itself was very good, however we had problems with unavailability of internet for first few days and also problems with the heating/hot water systems.”

“The house was everything we wanted and more.”

“Absolutely loved this property, the best rental cottage we have stayed in, the owners had thought of everything.”

“The cottage was beautifully furnished, well equipped and located in a pleasant village.”

“Orchard House is a beautiful property outside and in, with every room finished to a high standard offering all modern conveniences.”

“Extremely well renovated, great decor and environment.”

“We find the Cotswolds full of entertaining "things to do" and many places of quality for dining and enjoying a relaxing drink.”

“The cottage was beautifully presented and very comfortable.”

“The house is beautiful and was perfect for a family get together to celebrate my dad's 70th birthday.”

“Best holiday Cottage we have stayed in”

“It was perfect !”

“Beautiful house, very comfortable and lots of special touches”

“Very clean, very well provisioned, quality fittings incl towels/bedding etc.”

“It ticked all the boxes and even exceeded our expectations.”

“It was nice to see it so new and well appointed.”

“It was the best appointed cottage we have ever stayed in, luxurious in every way.”

“It was in the area we liked and it looked lovely on the photos.”

“Beautifully presented property in pretty village near a pub”

“Beautiful and charming holiday home, incredibly comfortable, very homely”

“Great location, plenty of space, high standard of house”

“Beautiful cottage, very well-finished.”