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ID: S526398
35 reviews
2 pets welcome
1 Bathroom
WiFi
Parking
Children welcome
The Cornerstone is a well-regarded cottage in Cheltenham, praised for its prime location and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings and the property's proximity to local attractions. While some minor maintenance issues and cleaning oversights are mentioned, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage to be very clean, with only a few noting some areas that needed more attention. The positive remarks about cleanliness far outweigh the negatives, indicating a generally high standard.
The location is consistently praised for being ideal, with easy access to the village centre and walking routes. It is described as peaceful yet convenient, contributing to a positive experience.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with a welcoming atmosphere and cosy furnishings. Some suggested improvements for seasonal bedding and additional TV options, but overall, the comfort level is highly rated.
Facilities are generally well-received, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and private parking. However, some guests noted issues with TV reception, recycling instructions, and suggested the addition of safety features like grab bars.
Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.
The Cornerstone is a traditional, mid-terrace Cotswold cottage settled in the ever popular Bourton-On-The-Water, Gloucestershire. A dog-friendly cottage sleeping up to four guests, this lovely abode welcomes families, friends, and couples to enjoy a relaxing break in the Cotswolds, offering a designated parking space, high-quality amenities, and easy access to a wealth of local amenities and attractions. Be welcomed into a spacious hallway with a cloakroom on your right and a spacious dining area for four guests, whilst the fully-equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare home-cooked delights, and also boasts a washing machine, dishwasher, and Tassimo coffee machine. When it's time to relax, head to the sitting room with cushioned seating and a Smart TV or take a cold glass of wine to the side and rear patios to watch the sunset over the honey-coloured Cotswold cottages. End the day with a relaxing soak or shower in the bathroom, before retiring to the king-size or twin bedrooms, both lovingly appointed with amble storage space for your belongings. The picturesque village of Bourton-On-The-Water makes a pleasant base during your holiday in the Cotswolds; you'll find convenience stores, restaurants such as The Rose Tree Restaurant, and the Kingsbridge pub along the river Windrush all a stone's throw away. Nearby attractions include the Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection, Birdland Park & Gardens with activities for little ones, and Greystones Farm Nature Reserve welcoming walkers with dogs on leads. The Cotswolds is scattered with idyllic walks through hills and meadows, and historic sites, including the National Trust Chastleton House, Snowshill Manor and Garden, and Lodge Park and Sherborne Park Estate. Spend the day exploring nearby villages including Stow-on-the-Wold where the scenic, medieval St Edward's Church and Market Square are sure to please, whilst Moreton-in-Marsh is close to the dog-friendly Batsford Arboretum and Garden Centre. Further afield, the market town of Chipping Norton, Cheltenham, and the Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens are all within easy reach. For a traditional cottage in the Cotswolds with contemporary comforts, look no further than The Cornerstone.
Bourton-on-the-Water dates back to Neolithic times and has over 100 Grade II or higher listed buildings. Bourton-on-the-picturesque Water's high street runs along the River Windrush, which is crossed by several low stone bridges. An annual football match is played in the River Windrush, with spectators lining the banks, to score as many goals and get as wet as possible. The village has The Model Village, Cotswold Motor Museum, Birdland Park and Gardens, a Dragonfly Maze, monthly farmers' market, tea rooms, an artisan bakery, antiques and craft markets, a traditional sweet shop, cycle hire, and a perfumery. Stow-on-the-Wold, an Iron Age Fort, exemplifies traditional England. This 12th-century market town hosts a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs, and a monthly farmers' market. The vast market square is surrounded by Cotswold stone townhouses, antiques shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants, and a cricket museum. Visit Burford for a day trip to the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens. Moreton-in-Marsh and Broadway are nearby and make great day trips. Cheltenham is the most complete Regency town in England. It's famous for its horse racing festival in March, which culminates in the Gold Cup steeplechase. Oxford, England's oldest university city and The City of Dreaming Spires, has 38 colleges (half of which date to before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester, and Gloucester are nearby.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Tassimo coffee machine with coffee pods.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Designated parking space for 1 car.
Side patio with gravelled area and bench.
Rear patio with furniture.
The property accept 2 dogs.
Please Note: The back garden opens into the communal courtyard, so pets should be supervised.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles
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