Guests say
Guests are captivated by the stunning views and abundant wildlife at this property. The location is praised for its proximity to local attractions and the village. While some cleanliness issues are noted, the property generally provides a comfortable stay with well-received amenities. The owners are mentioned for their friendliness and occasional thoughtful gestures.
Reviews indicate a generally clean environment, but some guests noted areas needing improvement, such as dust, dead flies, and unclean dishes. The property appears to be well-maintained overall, but inconsistencies in cleanliness have affected guest experiences.
The property's location is highly praised for its beautiful views and proximity to the village and local sites. It serves as a great base for exploring the Cotswolds, with easy access to walking paths and attractions.
The property is generally found to be comfortable, with some guests finding the seating and bed arrangements less than ideal. The upstairs area is noted to be a bit cramped for adults, but overall the property provides a cosy atmosphere.
Facilities are well-regarded, with a well-stocked kitchen and additional amenities like a pool table and darts. Some guests mentioned a need for more cutlery and better cleaning of kitchenware. The presence of wildlife and bird feeders adds to the enjoyment of the facilities.
While some guests mentioned receiving books from the owner, which was a thoughtful touch, there is not enough consistent information about thoughtful gestures such as gifts to accurately score this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Just over 800 yards up a country road from the centre of the famous village of Bourton on the Water. Located on a small farm, the farmhouse is accessed directly through the farm yard.
External steps lead up to 'Beautiful Cotswold View', which exclusively occupies the self-contained second and third floor of the farmhouse. The second level's floor to ceiling windows provide unrivalled, stunning, panoramic views of the glorious Windrush Valley. The impressive looking newly built Cotswold stone farmhouse incorporates a number of Eco-friendly features: The underfloor heating system is serviced by an Air Source Heat Pump. The hot water system utilises a unique Eco-cent system and there are Photovoltaic panels fitted to the roof. The owners of the farm, when resident, occupy the first floor which is also self-contained. The interior of Beautiful Cotswold View is bright, spacious and simply decorated to complement it's contemporary style. It has a very well equipped modern kitchen, dining area, exterior balcony with seats and plenty of interior seating from which to view the copious numbers of visiting birds and wildlife. You can look forward to relaxing, glass in hand, taking in the exceptional elevated view of the seasonally changing colours of the wonderful Cotswold countryside. Facilities include: a 50-inch Smart TV, and WiFi reception averaging 20 megabites. Bike rack. Please be aware though that in the countryside, the mobile telephone reception can, of course, vary and sometimes the WiFi signal 'gets tired' coming up from the village! The spacious master bedroom is located on the second floor, it can be made up with a super-king size bed or as two single beds. This room also benefits from floor to ceiling windows allowing you a special opportunity to lie in bed with your cup of tea or glass of wine and enjoy the breathtaking view, 'whatever the weather'! On this floor there is also a separate bathroom incorporating an over bath shower, basin and WC. On the third floor in the eaves, there are two further bedrooms. A double room with en-suite shower, basin and WC, position of the shower allowing normal height occupancy! A twin room with ensuite WC and hand basin. Both bedrooms feature sloping ceilings. PLEASE BE AWARE THE TO BEST FACILITATE THE USE OF THE EAVES SPACE, BOTH OF THE BEDROOMS HAVE BEEN FURNISHED WITH MODERN, LOW-SET, ORIENTAL STYLE BEDS. The accommodation also plenty of car parking within the farm curtilage.
Located in the Cotswold Area near the historic village of Bourton-on-the-Water which nestles alongside the River Windrush over which several low stone bridges span, which is why Bourton-on-the-Water is known as the Venice in the Cotswolds. The village has range of visitor attractions, including a model village, Cotswold Motor Museum, Birdland Park and Gardens as well as a Dragonfly Maze, monthly farmers market as well as many tea rooms, an artisan bakery, antiques and craft markets, traditional sweet shop, cycle hire and its very own perfumery. Nearby, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises traditional England. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are both within easy reach. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also all within easy reach.
Accommodation
Over the second and third floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x second floor super-king size double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x second floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.1 x third floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x third floor twin with en-suite basin and WC.
1 x second floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Underfloor heating provided by air source heat pump and an Ecocent water heating system.
Electric oven and four ring induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi and digital radio.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot (without linen) and high chair available.
Ample off road parking.
Private balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 10 mins walk.
High Chair and Cot available on request.
Note: Guests should be aware that the property is located on a small farm, with the normal farm sights, smells and noises and that for safety and security reasons children must be supervised at all times as the farm is not enclosed.
Note: Property entrance is accessed via steps outside the property.
Note: Tall guests will need to stoop to walk along the landing on the third floor and be aware that the beds on this floor are modern low oriental style and may cause difficulty to guests with limited mobility.
Note: Due to location, WiFi reception can vary.
Note: Using guests own padlock bikes can be secured to the stand.
The stand is located undercover within the farm area.
John Michelbacher, an authorised Bosch electric cycle service agent and repairer is now located on the premises at Fluffs Farm, standard cycles can also be serviced.
This propery features an external communal games room on site, featuring a 5ft pool table and darts board.
Note - This property does not allow EV charging.
Please note - From 22nd September the patio area will be unavailable until the new games/pool/darts room is complete.
Nearby points of interest
- Cotswold Wildlife Park And Gardens
Reviews (48)
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Christine
It didnât disappoint. The accommodation is great and the views spectacular. On this visit we spotted deer grazing, jays and partridges, to name a few. You are so close to many places. Definitely found our special place.
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Tamera
.. The view was specular! The not so great... lots of spiders inside the house. We noticed a can of bug spray, was that supposed to be a warning? No garbage disposal, steep stairs both inside and outside, and a lot of rules posted "everywhere". It was a little too secluded for us, but the view was wonderful.
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Gabrielle
The cottage was as described and as shown in the photos. The view was beautiful and we saw lots of birds, rabbits and a deer. The owners were very welcoming and helpful.