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5 bedroom Cotswold holiday cottage with a superb garden - Elm Bank

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, travel cot
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, Netflix, books
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12222 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Lower Swell, near Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire
  • St. Edward's Church
    2 min drive
  • Old Mill
    4 min drive
  • Bourton Model Railway Exhibition
    7 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF)
    41 min drive

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About the area

Cheltenham

With a stay at this cottage in Cheltenham, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of St. Edward's Church and Fosse Gallery Fine Art. .This family-friendly cottage is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Old Mill and 4 mi (6.4 km) from St Nicholas Church, Lower Oddington.

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Farm Park - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • The Model Village - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Batsford Arboretum - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 15 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 11 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheep - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bell at Stow - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

5 bedroom Cotswold holiday cottage with a superb garden - Elm Bank

Elm Bank is a beautifully refurbished Cotswold stone holiday cottage near Stow-on-the-Wold which sleeps 9+3 guests, in five bedrooms, with the +3 option being a double sofa bed and a single day bed, with five bathrooms. This fabulous detached property boasts three spacious reception rooms, one with a stone fireplace and cosy open fire, along with a generous wrap-around garden, a lovely space to unwind in the warmer months. Elm Bank is a charming home with varied décor and a range of modern facilities including a well-equipped kitchen and a TV with on demand services including Netflix and Disney+.

Accommodation
This five bedroom holiday cottage in Lower Swell is an ideal choice for a large family gathering or for a group of friends looking for a relaxing break in the heart of the Cotswolds. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting room
Dual aspect, stone fireplace with open fire, large three-seater sofa, large two-seater sofa, two armchairs, two cube footstools, two Ercol chairs, Roberts Bluetooth speaker and selection of books and board games

Morning room (Sleeps +2)
Double sofa bed (available on request), writing desk, chair, CD player and small selection of CDs

Family/dining room
Garden access, triple aspect, electric stove fan heater, wall-mounted TV with on demand services only (login details provided), two three-seater sofas, two wicker chairs, cube footstool and large wooden dining table with seating for ten

Kitchen with rear lobby
Garden views, double electric oven, electric hob, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, two cafetières, toaster, fridge, freezer, washing machine, DAB radio and large wooden table with seating for eight
Rear lobby with tumble dryer, and additional fridge in the hallway

Wet room
Rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail

First Floor

Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Dual aspect, king size bed, dressing table with chair, built-in wardrobes, luggage stand, wicker chair, wall mirror and hair dryer
Ensuite with bath, walk-in shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail

Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Double bed, freestanding wardrobe, tall chest of drawers, wicker chair, wall mirror and hair dryer
Ensuite with walk-in shower, loo and basin

Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2+1)
Garden views, double bed, single day bed (available on request), built-in cupboards, dressing table and wall mirror

Bedroom 4 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Double bed, two bedside tables with drawers, luggage stand and wall hooks
Ensuite with walk-in shower, loo and basin

Bedroom 5 (Sleeps 1)
Single bed, drawer unit, wall hooks, basin and mirror

Family bathroom
Bath, loo and basin

Outside
Large garden comprising patio area with bench and charcoal BBQ, lawn with outdoor tables and seating for 12, along with secluded area with two wooden seats

The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 12 guests, though the number of children (excluding infants) per booking is capped at 6. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 2 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic)
Off street parking is available for 2 cars on the gravel driveway, with a further allocated space on the entrance lane
1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided) 
Sorry, no pets
Strong WiFi (Speeds 40 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception is variable
TV with on demand services only (login details provided)
Garden
Charcoal BBQ (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Oil fired central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the open fire from October to April only
There are steps and uneven levels in the unenclosed garden, so young children should be supervised
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property

Things to Note...
Hen and Stag parties are not permitted, though other same sex groups can enquire 
Commercial and work related bookings are not permitted
Events are not permitted without prior consent
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00
The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, typically on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, however, we would recommend checking the exact date ahead of placing your booking. This is a traditional fair for gypsies and travelling people to meet up and trade which dates back to 1476 when its Charter was granted. Stow is very busy for a day or two before and after each fair, and a number of shops, pubs and restaurants are closed. Whilst many visitors enjoy the colour and vibrancy associated with the fairs, other visitors prefer to avoid Stow on these dates
The entrance lane turn is tight, so guests with a large vehicle may prefer to use the free public parking lay-by on the road nearby
Elm Bank has a lovely garden for guests to enjoy and it is important to the owners that guests are courteous and considerate towards the neighbouring properties. We politely request that guests do not disturb the neighbours and that noise is kept to a minimum after 22:30
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

StayCotswold

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • Free off-site parking
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Rainfall shower head
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • CD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2390 sq ft (222 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

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5 bedroom Cotswold holiday cottage with a superb garden - Elm Bank Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neal F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in the Cotswolds
We had an absolutely magical weekend in the Cotswalds. The property is perfect and exactly as described. Check in and check out were effortless, and the host was immediately responsive, even though Europe was in the midstate Verizon data glitch. It’s a short, beautiful stroll to Stow-on-wald and we spent a spectacular afternoon trekking to Bourton-on-the-water. The property is literally across the street from the Lower Swell pub which had great food and was an oasis of quiet local culture in a busy holiday weekend. Our whole family from 11 to 56 loved it and we were so comfortable in the spacious house. The beds and bathrooms were fabulous, the kitchen well appointed, and plenty of space to flop down and read a book. Can’t say enough good things and we hope to be back one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024