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Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A stone building with a sign reading "STAYCOTSWOLD" and "Holiday Cottages".
Interior
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ilmington, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire
  • Place, The Church of St Peter
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Hidcote Manor Garden
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiftsgate Court Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shipston on Stour

Located 3 mi (4.8 km) from Hidcote Manor Garden, this cottage is within a 10-minute drive of Kiftsgate Court Gardens. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • The Church of St Peter - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Hidcote Manor Garden - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Kiftsgate Court Gardens - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Shipston Leisure Centre - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Compton Verney House - 13 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 15 min drive
  • Coventry (CVT) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ebrington Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mrs Brown's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪College arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬6 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.

Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office

The Old Post Office is a stylish Grade II listed Cotswold holiday cottage near Chipping Campden which sleeps eight guests, in four well-presented bedrooms, with three spacious bathrooms. The open plan ground floor layout creates a wonderfully social living space, and with both a picturesque patio garden and cosy roof terrace, there are two separate outdoor areas from which to enjoy the sunshine. Dating back to the 17th century, The Old Post Office has beautiful exposed beams and exposed brickwork, and being recently renovated, this lovely holiday home boasts a contemporary finish, well-equipped kitchen and modern wood burner.

Accommodation
This four bedroom holiday cottage in Ilmington is perfect for a relaxing country break with family and friends. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting/dining room
Bright and spacious open plan living area with exposed beams, exposed brickwork, wood burner, four-seater leather sofa, three-seater leather sofa, leather armchair, Smart TV with on demand services only, along with Sonos soundbar, large oak dining table with seating for eight, velvet chair and selection of board games, books and jigsaws

Snug
Two armchairs, large desk and velvet office chair

Kitchen
Dual aspect, bi-fold doors to the patio garden, exposed brickwork, range cooker, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine (initial supply of pods provided), kettle and toaster

Utility room
Washing machine/tumble dryer, iron, ironing board, drying rack and sink

Cloakroom
Loo and basin

First Floor

Primary bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, dressing table with stool, freestanding wardrobe, chest of drawers and hair dryer
Ensuite with roll top bath, walk-in rain shower, loo, twin basins and heated towel rail

Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, freestanding wardrobe, chest of drawers, mirror and hair dryer
Ensuite with bath, loo and basin

Second Floor

Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2)
Eaves room, rural village views, two single beds, chest of drawers and built-in wardrobe on the landing

Bedroom 4 (Sleeps 2)
Beautiful exposed beams, two single beds, hanging rail and storage shelves

Family bathroom
Exposed beams, bath, loo and basin

Outside
Enclosed patio garden with large wooden table seating eight, charcoal BBQ, kitchen herb garden, colourful potted flowers and plants, and solar lights which create a beautiful atmosphere as the sun sets
Located off the first floor landing is an enclosed roof terrace which enjoys rural views and is home to two chairs.

The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 8 guests. 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)
Free on street parking is available close by
Travel cots and highchairs are not provided, so guests will need to bring these with them
Sorry, no pets
Free WiFi (Speeds between 63 and 72 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception indoors is poor, though outdoors the reception is generally OK
Smart TV with on demand services only
Enclosed patio garden and terrace
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 wood burning stoves under a fair usage policy. Please note that free logs are normally available, but, on occasion, there may be situations when the log supply cannot be replenished immediately
Some low exposed beams and sloping ceilings
Please be aware that the handheld shower attachment in the family bathroom (second floor) has been replaced with a low shower attachment at the tile height
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
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
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,250 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The cottage can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

611781

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Shipston on Stour, close to Hidcote Manor Garden, Cotswold Way, and Dover's Hill. You'll also find Kiftsgate Court Gardens and St Eadburgha's Church within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a rooftop terrace.

Does Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Coventry (CVT), which is 26.5 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oxford (OXF), which is located 28.8 mi away (48-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office?

Yes, every cottage at Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office comes with a patio.

Family friendly period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Old Post Office Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carol k.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely cottage in pretty village

The cottage is as full of old world charm inside as it is from the outside. It is warm and cosy, comfortable, immaculately clean and tidy. There is only one space for parking immediately outside the property but we knew that in advance and not uncommon in a small village and anyway we always found parking close outside the pub. Cooking is on an Aga which we are a bit unused to in terms of controlling the heat and it does take longer, however it added to the charm as well :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage in Ilmington

Spacious, well equipped and stylish cottage with fantastic facilities, huge kitchen and all mod cons. We enjoyed our short stay very much. If you are tall beware the shortish doorways. The house was spotlessly clean and had great communal spaces, lots of comfortable chairs and sofas, enormous tables good for eating and playing board games. About 50 yds from the pub which served a good meal on Sunday evening. Loved the village shop with local bread, veg and spirits! Pretty village and plenty of things to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laz L., Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness

Ilmington Village

Unbelievable Cottage in a proper English Village.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023