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2 Bedroom Cottage in The Cotswolds
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2 Bedroom
Cottage in The Cotswolds
Sansome House Cottage Ilmington
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Bedroom.......................2
Bathroom......................2
Sleeps...........................4
Rate (British Pounds)
£ 570
- £ 680 per
Week
Description:
Home from home rental in lovely village 4 miles from Chipping Campden and 7.5 miles from Stratford upon Avon.
Vacation Rental Description
Sansome House Cottage is hidden away in the courtyard of a big old farmhouse c.1760 which is occupied by the owners. Although they are nearly always on hand should you need them for help or advice, the cottage is completely private and has its own little garden. It is very peaceful and, unless the children in the playground of the school up the road are out to play, the loudest noise tends belong to the birds, particularly our rather raucous semi-tame pheasant. We regret no animals and no smoking in the cottage. Ilmington is the only village in Warwickshire which lies in the Cotswolds. Stratord upon Avon is 15 minutes drive from the cottage. Chipping Campden (Gloucestershire) is just 10 minutes away over the hill, and 4 miles in the other direction is the historic and 'authentic' town of Shipston on Stour, which apart from the supermarket, has avoided falling victim to high street chains. The village, although one of the most attractive in the Cotswolds has escaped being on the tourist trail with tour buses etc. It is popular with walkers as there some wonderful walks (you can start right across the road in our fields)over the beautiful Ilmington Downs. We provide comprehensive plans for walks in the area as well as cycle routes (you can hire nearby) and suggestions for tours by car through the villages of the North Cotswolds. There are many beautiful gardens to visit, including nearby Hidcote (3 miles). A comprehensive folder of leaflets about places to see and things to do is kept up to date in the cottage.
The cottage is not furnished in ultra modern style, nor is it flowery and chintzy. It is a happy blend of old and new to give an overall fresh country house look. There are Persian rugs on wooden floors downstairs and carpeting upstairs. The staircase is steep. Children over five are welcome but it is unsuitable for the under-fives.
The cottage sleeps four in comfort as it has very good sized rooms. It is also very well equipped so that you will get the feeling that you are at home with everything (we hope) that you need around you. There are two bedrooms, the main one having a king-sized bed, the second having with twin beds. All the beds are comfortable with cosy duvets and electric underblankets for chilly nights. There is a bathroom upstairs and a cloakroom with WHB, loo and shower downstairs.
The kitchen is large with a big farmhouse table;French windows lead to a small patio and garden. A garage houses a table tennis table. There is a portable BBQ and garden chairs and table for the warm days. We are happy to do a shop for you if you are travelling a long distance and arriving late but provide starter supplies anyway of tea, coffee,sugar, salt, oil, etc. A tray of tea things is left out for your arrival.
In bad weather you can cosy up on the sofas in front of the fire reading, playing board games (a good selection for adults and children) or watching a DVD on the TV. There is also a CD player. Wifi Broadband is free (you need a wifi card in your laptop). Apart from logs, (after the first small complimentary basket), there are no extras for utilities or linen. If you are staying for a week, fresh towels are provided half way through your stay and are of generous proportions.
The cottage is centrally heated and cosy but this is an old cottage and windows etc. are not insulated like in a modern apartment but for those who are used to warmer climes there are also electric fires and an open log fire (you can buy logs for this locally and this is the only 'extra'). SMOKERS excluded sorry.
The village shop and two pubs (with dining) are a short walk from the cottage. There is a playground with skateboard ramp and two all weather tennis courts in the village. Also a cricket pitch. Village events include a cinema showing in the Village Hall once a month, regular concerts, and the annual Fete in August.
Facilities
The cottage is not suitable for the under-fives and the staircase is steep so may be difficult for somebody with mobility issues. The TV shows digital channels but not Sky. Wifi Broadband is available throughout the cottage. Cooking is by electricity. There is a hob top espresso maker, a plunger coffee maker and an electric drip filter. The fridge has a small freezer so extra freezer space is available outside on request. If you are staying for a long time. There is a food processor and liquidiser for the keen cooks, also sharp knives, and herbs, in season, are growing in the small garden. Small 'starter' quantities of essentials such as loo paper and liquid soap are left for you as well as a little tea, coffee, sugar, salt etc. A car is recommended but there is a train station at Moreton (8 miles - trains to London) reachable by prebooked taxi, and a minimal bus service to local villages and Stratford. Absolutely no smoking.
Activities
Golfing at Brailes or Stratford upon Avon (both under 8 miles away).
Shopping locally at the village shop or in the nearby towns of Chipping Campden, Shipston on Stour and Stratford. Oxford is 45 minutes drive and Cheltenham 40 mins drive.
Leisure centres at Shipston and Stratford with gym and pool.
Many pubs and restaurants within easy driving distance (too numerous to list here!) and two within walking distance.
Cinema and theatre at Stratford upon Avon and Chipping Norton.
Horse Riding at Stanway.
Bicycle hire nearby and they will deliver the bikes to you.
Walking - lots of lovely walks from your doorstep
Tennis- public courts in the village, bookable by the hour at the shop.
There are many restaurants and pubs in the area and two (one an award winning one for its food) in the village. There is also a good village shop for everyday groceries, vegetables and fruit.
If you look up Sansome House Cottage on other sites you will get more details.
Owner Location Comment
The village of Ilmington in which this cottage lies is in the North Cotswolds designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are wonderful walks all around and above the village with outstanding views as the hill above the village on the Ilmington Downs is highest point in Warwickshire. There are marked cycling trails in the area, 5 of them passing through Ilmington. This is a 'living' village with working farms, two pubs, a village shop and a playground and playing fields, even a film show once a month in the village hall. The village stands on the border of Gloucestershire with Oxfordshire and Worcestershire both a few miles away so you have an amazing choice of interesting places to visit. Stratford on Avon, birthplace of Shakespeare, 7 miles north, Chipping Campden, one of the gems of the Cotswolds, 4 miles west and places like Broadway, Moreton in Marsh, The Slaughters, Bourton on the Water and Burford within easy driving distance. A little further (all about 40/45 mins away) Worcester, Oxford and Cheltenham.
Travel Options
- Nearest Airport : Birmingham International at 35 miles distance;
- Nearest Train Station : Moreton in Marsh at 8 miles distance
- Nearest Town : Ilmington at 0 miles distance
- Travel Info: It is a very quick drive to Birmingham airport - about 50 minutes at most. However most international arrivals head to Heathrow. This is takes about an hour and half if out of the rush hour. There are taxis in Moreton but they have to be booked in advance and we strongly recommend having your own car on your holiday. There is a village store within a short walking distance with a large variety of shops in Shipston on Stour 5 minutes drive away.
Rental Rates
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Minimum of £100 deposit/week booked (non-refundable, except in exceptional circumstances) payable on booking and full payment due 8 weeks in advance of arrival. If cancellation is made after full payment, we endeavour to re-let the space and deduct the advertising cost, if we can. Please check your travel insurance! Payment by cheque drawn on a UK bank,PayPal and xoom.com (by credit card or direct BT), international bank to bank transfer or Traveller's Cheques denominated in sterling (NB PayPal incurs a fee) to be received within 7 days of the agreement being sent to you. Weekends: Friday to Monday (2 night minimum, 3rd night half price) or 4 night midweek break: Monday to Friday-3 night minimum, 4th night half price(Not applicable in high season) Rates are normally about 75% of weekly rate. Saturday to Saturday bookings April-end September. 5 nights are the same price as a week. Christmas and New Year £875/wk (6 nights £800)
Photos
Sansome House Cottage, Springtime
Sansome House Cottage, winter.
Double bedroom with dressing room off
Sitting room
Cottage kitchen - dining area
On the Ilmington Downs
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Owners Profile
I am always happy to answer any questions about my two properties, Sansome House Cottage in the Cotswolds which is in the grounds of our own family home, or my holiday home in the Ballsbridge/Donnybrook area of Dublin. I used to live in Dublin and have lived in the Cotswolds for 30+ years. I can tell you all about the areas they are in, places to go, things to see etc. and am happy to help you plan itineraries while you are there. Feel free to email me even if you are not definitely booking as I am never far from a computer although, on the rare occasions that I get away on holiday myself, there might be a slight delay in replying. Usually you will get a reply within 12 hours, if not within the hour. Sometimes I reply and get no answer from the other end so I am left wondering if I have landed in your junk mail filter so please remember to check that. The email will have sansomecottage in the address. I look forward to hearing from you!
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