Elm View

Lovely property last minute substitute as our original booking was cancelled by the owners.

A very comfortable house, exactly as described.

It had everything you could possibly need (sometimes there are items missing but not here) and the location is a short drive from all the popular towns/attractions. The stairs to the top bedroom are indeed steep and best given to someone nimble and preferably short in height, but when you enter, it is spacious with a very comfy bed and a superb view. Overall we were sad to leave the place and full marks to the owners for making the cottage so welcoming (great information pack with photos). Will recommend to others without hesitation.

Cottage was generally well equipped and beds comfortable.

Plenty of utensils to cater for people like us who tend to do a lot of cooking. Cottage is advertised as suitable for six. I would consider this to be on the crowded side. Seating is more suited to four people. The top bedroom is accessed via a steep staircase which is not really suitable for elderly persons or those on the tall side. I am 5ft 11 and on my one and only visit to this bedroom (just to have a look) I banged my head several times and to avoid any further knocks, left the bedroom walking backwards down the stairs on all fours. Access to the other bedrooms and bathroom is also by a steep staircase but not as confined. You still need to be careful when coming down to the ground floor. In the utility room the fridge/freezer washing machine and dish washer are all of a good size and worked well as did the cooker in the kitchen once us oldies figured out hoe to use the digital controls, Between the utility room and the kitchen there is a little upwards half step, which until you get used to it being there is a bit ot a trip hazard. My wife tripped and fell on it not long after arriving. Luckily she was OK. We ended up putting a cool box on the step which alerted us to its existence each time we passed that way. Heating was not used during our stay as the weather was warm, so cannot comment on its effectivness, however the hot water controls were a mystery to me, so ended up using the immersion heater for hot water. The garden is totally secure for our dog. Out and about there several pretty little villages to visit including Chipping Camden, Broardway, Moreton on the Marsh, Bourton on the Water, Bibury and Burford (but beware of the traffic here) All in all our stay at Elm View was enjoyable and comforatble. On the downside, if you go out into the garden, go quietly. If the dogs next door hear you, they will let you know. There are three or four of them and when one starts barking the others are not far behind. Got a bit annoying after a while

Fantastic property for dog owners, loved the little bit at the back for the dogs to eat and enter the garden area.

Plus the handy sink! So amazing

The house was great for us although there are a couple of issues to raise.

The local pub had been closed since 2023 so the listing needs to drop the “pub within 1/2 mile” until that re-opens. The washing machine packed up and wasn’t able to be repaired during our stay. Whilst this can happen anytime, it was hoped that we could have used it once or twice while we were there. We also had to buy a frying pan as the larger one in the cupboard was out of shape and the induction hob couldn’t recognise it being placed on so wouldn’t work! Otherwise, the house was well appointed and met our needs

We had a lovely time at this great house!

There was a problem with the shower hose which was fixed on the same day as reported. If we are ever back in the Cotswolds we would love to stay here again!

Unfortunately, very mixed feelings.

After a long journey we just wanted to get in and get our evening meal on. Went to put the oven on and get out a roasting dish. Both dishes we found were not just dirty, they looked like they had been left after the last meal had been served from them. We had to start our holiday by washing up someone else’s roast / grilled leftovers. The first couple of plates and mugs we took out to use were dirty. There were several chipped plates and bowls and a glass. In the utility area there was an overflowing pile of recycling. To be fair we guess the previous guests hadn’t put it out for collection as the recycling schedule was out of date, it was last year's. It said collection day was Tuesday, we were going to put it out on Tuesday hoping it would go but we were disturbed by the van arriving on Monday morning, so missed it. We contacted the letting agent to complain. They said they would send housekeeping round to sort the dirty items and a maintenance person to take the rubbish away. (Neither arrived). Very poor customer service. No follow up. We had also asked where we had to put our dog poo bags as that wasn’t mentioned anywhere. They said in the bin. So if the out of date schedule is right about the frequency of the collections some are only fortnightly which means the next guests will have our dog’s poo bags still in the bin. As a business shouldn’t the waste be collected differently to the domestic council system, at the end of each booking? We ended up taking some of our recycling with us on a day out to get rid of some of it! We had to leave the food waste bin dirty as there were no liners as mentioned in the guest information folder. The folder needs reviewing. We left some dirty items we found, the out of date recycling schedule and the food bin on the table so hopefully housekeeping will deal with them before the next guests arrive. Such a shame as the owners have a nice cottage in a good location, it will be even better when the village pub reopens. Good off road parking. Nice to find the wine, orange juice, milk and biscuits after finding the dirty items. We were aware of the honest description about steep stairs and low beams and were happy to work round that. Several of the photos do not represent the cottage as we found it. We do agree with some of the other reviews. It should be advertised for 4. Technically it does sleep 6, bedrooms are a good size, but we found it very uncomfortable to sit 5 adults around the dining table so not sure how 6 would manage. The sitting room only has 5 seats, unless the pouffe is supposed to be a seat. Unfortunately the way the feedback questions are worded we will have to give low scores. Overall cleanliness was ok but dirty kitchen items and rubbish is not ok. The photos don’t represent the layout of the kitchen and seating in the sitting room. Photos need updating. Sorry to sound so disappointed but happy to send you photos of our concerns if that would be helpful to the owners. We’re sorry to bring down your ratings but feel it’s important to give you honest feedback.

The property was clean and well presented with local walks very close.

On our arrival the owners left milk and tears ready for our arrival. The shower was very poor and could do with an upgrade. The listing states that the local village is just around the corner when it’s actually 3 miles away. Overall a very enjoyable stay.

The cottage was fantastic and well placed to explore the Cotswolds.

It is a home from home and very cosy. It's not high end or clinical, but exactly what a cottage should be, warm and welcoming and well loved. We did not use the top bedroom (it looked lovely and comfortable), but as others mention if you are tall or have any mobility issues you'd struggle to access it. However the other 2 bedrooms, on the 1st floor, are easily accessed and very comfortable. The enclosed garden was secure and great for the dog to roam in.

Very comfortable cottage, had a lovely relaxing few days.

Could do with a mirror in the top bedroom. Annoying yapping dogs next door. Otherwise an idyllic country break.

Elm View was a lovely property, clean and welcoming.

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage, the property is like a home from home.

It is set in a beautiful location, with fabulous walks on the doorstep. The cottage itself has all the necessary utensils etc for preparing meals, wood for the fire, and even board games for entertainment. Would highly recommend this place to anyone thinking of visiting the area. Thankyou for a great stay!

Great cottage we all enjoyed (even the dogs) good walks close by , shame the local pub was closed for refurbishments.

Beautiful cottage lots of books, puzzles & games.

We had a couple of small issues with the front door not locking and the fridge was warm to start with. Called up and they were sending someone out the next morning. We waited until 11.30 but they didn’t come. My husband managed to lock the door in the end so was all good. A few places were closed which was a shame the pub 45 secs away gutted!

We had a wonderful stay at Elm View Cottage.

The beds were extremely comfy and kitchen supplies more than adequate. The garden was enclosed so great for our dog to play in without fear of escape! Lots of lovely walks in very close proximity. The location was brilliant for exploring the pretty Cotswold area. The listing by Sykes was accurate for this property. We would recommend a stay at Elm View!

Comfortable cottage with ample parking off-road.

But should a "sleeps 6" cottage have only one toilet? Maybe this is really a "sleep 4" cottage - especially as the top bedroom was difficult to get into and even more difficult to get out of! (I went down backwards on all fours for safety!) Maybe close off the upper bedroom and advertise the cottage as a "sleeps 4"? Your broadband instructions were out of date in your property folder. Your back door lock needs the attention of a locksmith as it was VERY difficult to use. The fridge needs defrosting. When we arrived we had to empty the dishwasher. The garden was lovely for sitting out in, and the lounge was comfortable, All cutlery, crockery and glasses as needed were there, although we never did find the oven instructions!. Plenty of hot water! Towels and bedding were lovely.

The house was very clean and cosy, with a well equipped kitchen.

I loved the number of books in the house and the comfort of the garden furniture. The house was excellently placed to visit loads of places of interest, but was secluded and relaxing.

Lovely cottage, everything you could need.

Great location everything within 30 mins to an hour, lovely and warm and quiet village! Thank you x

Elm View was clean, very comfortable, and well equipped.

There was a wealth of books, DVDs, games, maps and local information. The cottage is well located and there are a number of walks close to the cottage for dogs. We did have a problem with the key safe, both entering and leaving the cottage. Sykes recommend we “ smack it with the palm of your hand”. It worked! We also had difficulty with the door, locking and unlocking, some guidance would have been appreciated.

Very nice property.

Kitchen needs updating but the rest of the property was nice and it was all very clean. Instructions re. bins/recycling could have been clearer as we are not used to as many bins at home!

Very nice cottage, very cosy and perfect for a weekend break.

Lovely location. Unfortunately though, the entry time of 6pm on the first day and exit time of 10am on the day of departure were really unsuitable and made things more difficult. We understand the need for cleaning, but would urge you to look again at this.

Beautiful cottage, it was a really quite location, the cottage was stocked with absolutely everything you would need, I would definitely book again !

Thank you for the lovely stay in beautiful Elm View .

What an absolutely gorgeous cottage. We very much appreciated the welcome bottle of wine and your flexibility with check out.

My family and I had a lovely stay at this cottage, the welcome pack was so generous and a lovely touch.

Cleanliness was impeccable and it was like home from home. You do have to be very careful with the low beamed ceilings going upto the top bedroom as I experienced a beauty bump to my head (the protective piece of foam had fallen off and I didn’t notice until it was too late). Also when drying/straightening my hair, I could not reach the mirror in our bedroom to see as the lead would not stretch enough. Other than that it was a lovely stay and I would definitely go back again.

A fantastic property in a beautiful location.

Very comfortable with lovely beds, a fascinating collection of airforce paraphernalia and amazing books. The stairs to the top bedroom were an adventure in their own right - best to come down them backwards! Wish our stay had been longer.

Perfect location for visiting the Cotswolds.

The cottage catered for all our needs, well equipped and comfortable.

This was a fabulous place to stay and we enjoyed every moment of it, thank you.

The only disappointing element was the check in and out times. These are not the standard times of check ins/out and cuts the holiday short. Aside from this we had a wonderful time and your home is beautiful. We loved the little personal touches you provided with the biscuits and drinks and it was spotlessly clean. Such a perfect place for a Cotswold family getaway! Thank you so much!

Just got back from a week stay at elm cottage and it was perfect.

Great, quiet location. Clean house with everything we needed for a good stay. Owner was lovely too and allowed us to bring a dog and our budgie, which was really appreciated as we had no one to look after the bird. Reading some of the other reviews and concerns - we had nothing. Only point I will make is the cot provided is quite old, it says suitable for 1-3 year olds but I’d say not suitable for any baby past 2. It’s quite a high cot too and doesn’t lower so if your baby is standing there is a worry he’ll flip out and we did read in the book there’s a risk of baby’s head getting caught in between the bars. Our 16 month old settled well in it though and we had good nights. Was a great stay and I’ve already recommended this cottage to friends.

We had such a lovely stay at Elm View.

Such a beauty cottage with everything you need for an extremely comfortable stay. I would highly recommend Elm View for your holiday break it close to stunning towns like chipping Campden with lovely restaurants and pubs. There is also so a pub just down the road were the food and drink is exceptional. Thank you so much for a wonderful break. .

Elm View was a lovely surprise after reading some of the previous poor reviews.

Beds, pillows, kitchen ware and lounge were all perfect. Clearly the owner has listened as there was nothing wrong with the bed or pillows and I’m most certainly a critical individual if sleeping facilities are poor! A couple of slight issues were the road outside the property does have a fair amount of traffic passing by at ALL hours of the day and the issue with next doors pooches is definitely an bug bare but my dogs definitely gave them a run for their money which seemed to shut them up as the owner clearly didn’t care how much they barked! Finally the only issue was the lack of sunshine after 3pm in the back garden due to the large trees. As a family we spend most of our time outdoors it would have been much more pleasant had the sun not been hidden. All in all we had a great time and would definitely recommend to others. Finally I would like to say that we have always left properties in a clean and tidy state on departure (often better than we found them). Elm view was no exception but to be honest the list of requirements re, How to leave the property was exceptionally long and demanding and regardless of Covid there was definitely not 8 hours work to prepare the accommodation for next guests. Therefore I believe the 6pm arrival time is totally unnecessary and looses everyone that stays here a full day of their holiday Which I might add for over £1500 isn’t very good.

The cottage was lovely and we had a great stay - the only thing I would say is we thought we were renting the whole house in the picture but the cottage is a semi detached one - nit a big deal and it was lovely but could be clearer in the marketing information .

Its a lovely cottage in a delightful village - however it is not suitable for those with disabilities - it is not just the steep stairs, but the step up into the small shower, the small low double bed in the main bedroom and limited comfortable chairs which mean it is not somewhere we will return to.

This should all be clear in the details. I was shocked that there was almost no cleaning materials - despite indications otherwise info booklet - given Covid crisis. Furthermore the guidance booklet indicated a gardener would call in on Thursday. On Tuesday I was emailed to ask if it was ok for them to come Wednesday - I don't look at emails during the day on holiday - but responded Tuesday evening to say ok between 10 and 2 - I was woken on Wednesday morning at 9 by lawn being mowed. This along with poor welcome items - milk biscuits 3 tea bags no bread or butter even though we were not allowed into cottage till 6, - overall it is not really hitting the mark for the price it charges - where with a little attention to detail it could do so. So a bit disapointing but needn't be. Not sure I will sue Sykes again.

House was lovely, had everything we needed for a quiet holiday in this beautiful location.

Milk and Jaffa cakes were most appreciated welcome too. Would definitely recommend.

We stayed here in October 2020, getting in a week's holiday while we could in the current climate.

October is usually wet, so we wanted somewhere cosy so we could curl up with a log fire if the weather turned cold... Elm View is in a small village, with a pub, a church, and not much else - perfect! It is also ideally situated for driving to the lovely local towns of Chipping Campden, Broadway, Stow-on-the-Wold etc., all within a short drive through beautiful countryside. The gravel driveway allows for spacious and safe off-road parking, with a decent sized garden at the rear. Be aware that the main photo shows one big house - it's actually a semi-detached house! Downstairs is a good-sized living room, with open fire, DVD player and CD/hi-fi unit, good sized Freeview TV and the BT router. The Onkyo CD/hifi player and the TV are both connected to the Q Acoustics speakers, which makes a huge difference. You can connect an iPod to the Onkyo too. The sofas are new-ish - the three seater is very comfortable, the two seater isn't. On the other side of the small lobby is the kitchen, and a separate larder with dishwasher, proper 50/50 fridge/freezer and washing machine (note: no tumble dryer). The kitchen has everything you need - oven, electric hob, microwave, table and sink. Up the fairly steep stairs to the first floor, where you'll find the main bedroom - large with a double bed, bedside tables, wardrobe and cot - and the second bedroom, smaller but with built-in wardrobe and chest of drawers, double bed and lovely views. There is also the bathroom, with separate shower enclosure, bath and sink. The second floor is accessed by steep stairs and a very low doorway, and comprises just the third bedroom. It's a bit awkward to get to, and I wouldn't fancy a nighttime trip down those stairs for a wee, but once in the room it is a large, comfortable room with a double bed. So, pluses and minuses time. Pluses: Very clean Good bed linen, towels etc. Lovely cosy log fire Comfortable sofa Excellent broadband / wifi - with a standard BT router if you need to connect an ethernet cable Great CD player/hifi, with quality Onkyo stereo and Q Acoustics 2020i speakers Good sized TV and a DVD player Minuses: The pillows - take your own, as they feel like they are filled with ball bearings The mugs - a truly horrible mix and match of novelty mugs, they need binning and replacing with a new set from Ikea! The water is foul - we ended up buying a couple of large still water bottles for drinking water. The tap water makes tea and coffee disgusting, with sludge and scum. Really would check it with Thames Water as it is awful. Double bed in the main bedroom - it is both uncomfortable and too small - the room is huge, so why not have a king? On arrival we also noticed no hot water, the shower trap was blocked, and the shower head knackered. Called Manor Cottages (on a Sunday morning!) and within an hour and a half the maintenance man was there to fix all three problems, which was exceptional. After that, lovely hot water, new shower head, clear draining shower - I really don't understand why the previous reviewer didn't simply make a call to have the issues resolved. To be fair, I would have expected the cleaners to have noticed the tepid water, and certainly the blocked shower trap, but fair play to Manor for sorting it out so quickly and efficiently. With just a few adjustments (and not terribly expensive ones) this would be a 5 star review - as it is, I would definitely return (just remembering to take my own pillows, a Brita filter and mugs!). Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes.

The garden needs work, last year a review wrote about the furniture being covered in bird poo, still is, if they cut the trees back In the garden It would get some sun and perhaps not so many birds.

We looked for a BBQ but it was sadly unusable, and we couldn’t sit out much because the dogs next were incessantly barking, they’re let out early (6.30-7am) in the morning, a chorus of yapping was our alarm clock . . . That review also mentioned lack of hot water, still the same, I had to boil kettles the first time I tried a bath! And the shower head is loose. . . On arrival it smelt musty and unlived in, I’m sure you had previous customers there but after a thorough clean it should have smelt better. All through it just looks tired and in need of some of TLC, the furniture is worn and the kitchen table and chairs wobble and the groves are full of crumbs etc. £800 was just too much, a real shame

It was like home from home.

All the facilities and equipment that we required were there. The only thing to improve would be the garden furniture as it is quite old and fragile.

The cottage was clean and tidy inside but outside the grass needed cutting and there were two large dog poos.

The kitchen was well-equipped although more mugs would have been useful. Neither the dining chairs or the sofas were very comfortable, but the beds were fine. Steep stairs as described and no surprise in an old cottage, but some low beams as well which could have been flagged. Inconvenient to have the dishwasher not in the kitchen with two steps and a low doorway between them. Not much to do within walking distance, although the pub is good and we had a picnic on the village green. But it is a great location for short drives to lots of other places. A couple of fields nearby ideal for dog walks.

We had a lovely family weekend at Elm View with our children.

The cottage was lovely and perfect for snuggling in with home cooked meals and a roaring fire.

Lovely area, quality things in the kitchen

The accommodation is well situated for exploring the Cotswold area and there's good local walks.

Facilities are very good in the cottage with everything you're likely to need. The major drawback is if you will need to use the loft bedroom, you will need to be fairly agile as access is very restricted with steep stairs and low headroom. Its a lovely space though once in there. A couple of minor issues we had were that the shower drain was partially blocked meaning you had to be in and out quickly before it overflowed and there was a broken lamp base that had obviously been left to make it look ok. A way of reporting these minor issues is missing from within the cottage and so these will just carry over to the next booking. Maybe a fault reporting book should be put inside the cottage somewhere? All in all, would definitely return.

We had an excellent week-end at this attractive and well-appointed property,

Very spacious property, could do with a separate toilet and better shower.

'Home from home' is the perfect phrase here.

Lots of owners own things around which make it very comfortable and cosy. A very good size and well equipped cottage. The cottage is well placed and easily accessible . Paxford is not too far off the beaten track with very easy access to Chipping Camden and Moreton In the Marsh. Cottage has a good sized bathroom with electric shower which was good as we didnt have any hot water until the day we left. Not sure how it is heated perhaps a little more detail required on that aspect. Great WiFi and Iplayer on Tv made for comfortable evenings. It should be noted that the loft bedroom shouldn't be accessed by anyone over 6 feet! Having said that 2 out of the 3 couples in the cottage said they were happy to sleep there it is a lovely room as are all the bedrooms very spacious and comfortable. Our only other feedback would be to please jet wash the garden furniture as despite our scrubbing we couldn't get it clean enough to sit on in the sunshine. Accept its early in the aeason and that this can be resolved. Would i recommend/revisit? Absolutely!

Address of Elm View cottage was given as 1 Upper Folly when actually itvis 3.

It would be a good idea to correct this important detail in your published material. Cottage was vomfortable snd perfect for oyr break. We did not need to use the room under the roof as there were only 2 couples and one small child.

could do with a door on the kitchen to stop the dogs going upstairs

The listing does mention the stairs to the upper bedroom are steep but it should be emphasised that the ceiling on the staircase and on entering the bedroom is very low.

The bottom staircase is also steep. The cottage is not luxury but adequately equipped, plenty of room but would definitely benefit from a second WC for a full household. With the garden, the kitchen utility room layout and footpaths almost from the door it is ideal for several dogs so it seems a shame the property has reduced to only one dog for future lets. I think if restricting to one dog one would expect a higher standard in the property. The property has very efficient heating and hot water.

Very comfortable,clean and welcoming house.

The kitchen was spacious and great for family meals. Beds comfy with lovely fresh bedding. We loved all the history of this family home. Nice to come back to after trips to Blenheim, Compton Verney and local walks.

Although this cottage was warm and cosy we didn't feel it was suitable for 6 people.

There was not enough comfortable seating in the lounge for all of us. Also, the kitchen definitely needs an upgrade it was very tired with a peculiar mix match of equipment, some of which was very much boot sale finds. Not what we expect to find but, perhaps some people quite like that sort of style

We enjoyed our stay.

The cottage was clean and tidy. Furnishings were a bit dated, living room in particular, and not very comfortable. Location good. Lovely village and lots to see and do.

The majority of the cottage was well decorated.

There far too many personnel items and stacks of old book around the cottage it needs to have clean, fresh look without clutter..... Kitchen was poorly equipped and the majority of items looked like they were from someone's else home and no longer required - bit of a dumping ground for discarded crockery etc, Kitchen table very dirty and is in need of an up cycle. Whilst personnel touches are nice in a holiday home, a holiday home should not become the dumping ground for the owners unwanted items.

good location and price!

Very clean, well-equipped cottage in a beautiful and convenient location.

\ Clare, August 2016

Beautiful property-plentiful space for 6 adults.

Well equipped, excellent location with some gorgeous country touches: fire, utility room, agar. We had a lovely break away from the city-excellent place to escape to! Thank you for having us! ” \ Robyn, Nov 2016

Fantastic house with lovely local walks!

Plenty of room for 3 couples, 3 babies and a dog. Thank you for the welcome cake!

Thank you for a lovely stay in your cottage, we are inbetween houses and this has been the perfect place to enjoy the countryside.

Excellent weekend get together with old friends, lovely place and would definitely recommend.

What a cosy house for all our family!

We loved wandering around, exploring the Cotswolds. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Thank you so much for letting us stay in your beautiful cottage!

Perfect for cosy nights in, had everything we needed! Would recommend to groups, families and couples. Thanks for the cake!

Absolutely lovely, cosy place to stay!

Nice and clean, well equipped. We have enjoyed our stay. Thank you.

Thank you so much for the loan of your beautiful cottage.

It set the scene for a wonderful surprise weekend for my birthday arranged by my husband and sons. Feeling so fortunate.

Lovely house and surroundings, fantastic facilities!

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Comfortable and good location for Cotswolds attractions

Beautiful property in an ideal setting.

Great welcome with Cake and Sparkling wine on arrival.

Well located cottage for dog walks and local dog friendly pubs.

Lots for the humans to do as well in nearby beautiful Chipping campden, Moreton in the marsh, Broadway etc.

Cottage was v cosy, bedrooms a good size.

Full of character !