Rent cottages in Central England - cottages,
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Ivy House and Reading Room, Ashbourne, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £989

Self catering accommodation in Ashbourne sleeps 10.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview:

Ivy House & Reading Room details

Ivy House and Reading Room are adjacent semi-detached holiday cottages next to the church in the centre of the very attractive and unspoilt village of Wetton hidden deep in the Derbyshire Dales.

These self-catering luxury retreats are only a few minutes' walk from the upper reaches of Dovedale and Manifold Valley in the Peak District National Park.

The Royal Oak, a good eating pub, is 100 yards away.

Ivy House (DE006) and Reading Room (DE005) sleep six guests and four guests respectively and can be booked together to accommodate 10 guests. There is an interconnecting door between the two properties with low headroom.

Little Barn, Ascott, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £649

Self catering accommodation in Ascott sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Little Barn, ETB 4 stars, is a wonderful renovated stone barn which faces South overlooking farm fields. Detached from the main village in a peaceful and secluded valley  surrounded by oak trees, Little Barn is a popular holiday cottage which has been converted to a high specification. Exposed beams and solid pine doors and furniture, with flagstone floors downstairs and fitted carpets upstairs create a rich, cosy property with a welcoming ambience. From the cottage, there is a large secure courtyard facing south with large pots of flowers and garden furniture. Ascott is a small peaceful hamlet about half a mile beyond Whichford. ACCOMMODATION: Excellent Kitchen / Dining Room with a high ceiling and exposed beams, fully fitted and equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, electric oven and hob, fridge (freezer in outhouse), microwave. Hallway to Sitting Room with comfortable sofas and armchairs, TV and DVD Player. Off the hallway is a spacious curtained recess with a sofa bed for two extra people if required. This can also be used as a quiet reading area. Upstairs: Bedroom One, double bedroom with 5ft bed. Bedroom Two, with two single beds. Bathroom with bath, power shower over bath, WC and washbasin. All rooms overlook the courtyard with fantastic open farmland views. Central heating & electricity included all year. Ample parking. Cot and stair gate available on request. £25 extra per week for use of sofa bed. BBQ. One well behaved pet. No smokers. Saturday changeover

Fairview Cottage, Milton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £1338

Self catering accommodation in Milton-under-Wychwood sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Fairview provides a warm and high quality base from which to explore the Cotswolds. Situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, approximately 12 mins from Burford, Stow on the Wold and Chipping Norton, this delightful holiday cottage offers an excellent standard of self catering accommodation. The property sits on the edge of the village and overlooks fields to the rear and enjoys a good size garden for outdoor entertaining. There are three large bedrooms, (with a further fourth off one bedroom) plus three ensuite bathrooms. With pubs near by, walks from your front door PLUS the Daylesford Organic Farmshop nearby, this is an excellent holiday cottage option.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to living room.Living Room with huge corner sofa, additional sofa plus armchair, woodburing stove, large flatscreen TV with Freeview and DVD. There is an additional sofa looking out towards the gardenKitchen / Dining Area, there is a large, attractive kitchen with granite work surface. There are two ovens and a five ring gas hob, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine and fridge. The dining table can easily seat ten people. Utility Room with washing machine, and large fridge/freezer.Cloakroom with WC and washbasin.UpstairsBedroom One with King size bed with Ensuite Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and washbasin. Bedroom Two with two single beds (2' 6") and wardrobe (please note: this room is accessed via bedroom 1, and has a curtain separation).Bedroom Three with King size bed, with wardrobe and chest of drawers, plus Ensuite Shower Room with shower, WC and washbasin.Bedroom Four with king size bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers with Ensuite Shower Room with Shower, WC and washbasinOutsideTo the rear of the property there is an enclosed garden with a paved terrace and grassed area beyond. There is a large mosaic garden table with chairs for entertaining. Beyond are views to the open countrysideFriday Changeover Preferred please. Sorry No Pets. Children Welcome, Travel Cot and High Chair. The property also has Wifi.Off Street Parking for three cars.The Owner requires a damages deposit before your arrival.

Robbies Barn, Fulready, Warwickshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £580

Self catering accommodation in Fulready sleeps 4.

Features include: Wheelchair Accessible • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Robbie's Barn is a high quality holiday cottage set a peaceful hamlet on the edge of the northern Cotswolds, very close to Shakespeare's Stratford upon Avon. The cottage was recently modernised and has many ECO friendly modifications incl solar panels and ground source heat pump. Internally the cottage, which is on one level (ideal for limited mobility) is very warm, welcoming and homely with some delightful touches including beautiful oak beams and a wood burning stove. Robbie's is situated in Fulready which has easy access to Stratford, along with the Cotswolds towns of Moreton in Marsh and Stow in the Wold. We loved the owners' home grown produce which you are welcome to purchase! In our opinion this is a very good standard of accommodation.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to kitchen/diner.Kitchen, well equipped with electric hob, oven and grill, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge with freezer compartment. Dining Table with four chairs.Living Room, a spacious room with traditional features including wood burning stove, oak beams and open views plus two large sofas, large TV with Freeview.Bedroom One with double bed, wardrobe and chest of drawersBedroom Two with two single beds and chest of drawersBathroom with bath, shower over WC and washbasinOutsideThere is a small terrace area to the side of the barn with a table and chairs.Through the stables are fields which are open for use by guests and play. Please note that there is a pond in one.Underfloor Heating throughout, supplied by ground source heat pump. Electricity included all year. Ample off street parking. Logs for fire supplied, more logs available at cost. Cot and high Chair available.Sorry No Pets, but please note that there are animals on this small holding! Children Welcome

Cider Press, Burford, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £428

Self catering accommodation in Burford sleeps 2.

Features include: • Internet Access • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview:  Cider Press (ETC 3 Stars) is a well apportioned studio apartment attached to The Mill in Burford, (downstairs from Lime Tree). The Mill Stream runs beneath the courtyard and the apartment has a small balcony overlooking a wonderful view of the stream and the surrounding woodland. It is a very peaceful location, yet only a 5 minute walk from Burford town centre, with its shops, pubs and restaurants. From the apartment there is a delightful 3 mile walk along the edge of the river to the neighbouring village of Swinbrook. ACCOMMODATION The apartment provides a high standard of accommodation with all the basic mod cons making sure your stay will be a comfortable one. At one end of the apartment you will find a Double Bed. Towards the centre is a Sitting/Dining area complete with comfortable sofa and armchair, Digital TV with DVD player. The well fitted Kitchen is in an alcove and has an electric hob and oven, microwave and fridge with freezer compartment. Laundry facilities available on site. Bathroom has a bath with overhead shower, WC and washbasin.Heating & electricity included all year round. Cider Press is on the first floor. Secure bike parking available. Wi Fi Connection available.No Pets. No smokers. No Children.  Private Parking on site.  Access to garden.The small town of Burford is perfectly located for all the attractions of the Cotswolds and surrounding areas, such as Blenheim Palace at Woodstock, the Cotswold Wildlife Park and several National Trust properties including Hidcote Manor Gardens. Oxford and Stratford upon Avon are within easy reach.  

Keens Cottage, Kingham, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £637

Self catering accommodation in Kingham sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Keen's Cottage is simply delightful! Set in the 'West End' of this award winning village, the cottage is a classic 18th Century Cotswold property packed with attractive and traditional features that are mixed with modern touches to make this a real stand out holiday cottage option. Its location down a little lane and within a traditional terrace of cottages is very peaceful and very convenient for two superb pubs less than 5 mins walk away. Internally the property was recently renovated to provide a new conservatory/dining room and new kitchen alongside the stunning inglenook fireplace with woodburning stove. Upstairs are two good sized bedrooms with two bathrooms. Outside there is a completely enclosed, south facing garden. This is a real gem and an outstanding choice for your Cotswold break or holiday.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to living roomLiving Room with sofa and two armchairs, desk (&wifi), TV, DVD and ipod docking station and fireplace with woodburning stove.Kitchen, high quality and attractive full equipped with 4 ring induction hob, oven and grill, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer plus washer/drier. Dining Room / Conservatory overlooks the enclosed garden area, with table and six chairs. Complete with underfloor heating.UpstairsMaster Bedroom with double bed (4ft 6in), wardrobe with shelving Ensuite Shower Room with shower, WC and washbasinBedroom Two with two single beds, wardrobe and chest of drawersBathroom Two with bath, shower over WC and washbasinOutsideTo the rear is a good sized courtyard, south facing garden with table and chairs. OtherOn Street parking (outside the cottage!). Wifi available and included. Children Welcome but sorry no cot or high chair supplied. Sorry No Pets.

Footstool Cottage, Fulbrook, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £679

Self catering accommodation in Fulbrook sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Footstool Cottage is a pleasant yet classic Cotswold stone property with early 17th Century origins. The internal features include exposed timbers throughout, together with a woodburner in the dining room. All the rooms are spacious and comfortable, with some low ceilings!! There is a charming and secluded garden at the rear of the cottage, a perfect 'sun trap' for summer days! Footstool Cottage is a cosy retreat situated in the village of Fulbrook which lies about half a mile to the north east of the bustling market town of Burford. The village is surrounded by open Cotswold countryside and there is a good pub within easy walking distance. There is a public footpath from the cottage into Burford. ACCOMMODATION: Entrance hall with tiled floor. Dining Room with exposed ceiling timbers, dining table and chairs for up to six people. log burning stove and comfortable sofa.  Living Room with exposed ceiling timbers and comfortable corner sofa  plus Sky TV. Kitchen, galley style with Italian tiled floor, equipped with five ring 'kitchen range' gas hob, oven and grill, microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Door to patio and enclosed garden. Utility Room with built in storage cupboard, washing machine and tumble dryer. Bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and washbasin. Upstairs: Bedroom One, good size, with standard double bed and single divan/bed* (£40 extra). Bedroom Two, large room with 5ft double bed. Heating (storage heaters) and electricity included all year. BT Broadband available. Telephone by arrangement. Cot & high chair available. *Extra bed (for 5th person) at £40 per week, please specify if required.No Pets. No Smokers. Friday changeover.The village is surrounded by open Cotswold countryside and there is a good pub within easy walking distance (www.thecarpentersarmsfulbrook.co.uk) There is a public footpath from the cottage into Burford. Burford is an ideal centre for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all with 25 minutes from the property.

Stables, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, Central England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £1015

Self catering accommodation in Stratford-upon-Avon sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: The Stables is a superb self catering holiday cottage set in a leafy area of Stratford upon Avon called Shottery, an area best known for 'Anne Hathaway's Cottage' which is about 300 yards away. If you would like to enjoy the superb facilities (including the National Theatre) in Stratford then you really could not be more conveniently located, as everything is within walking distance. The property is a 5 star standard and has been beautifully modernised to provide spacious and light accommodation ideal for families or groups alike. Of particular appeal is the huge open plan living space which 'spills' onto the courtyard. Although this is a central location it is private and relatively peaceful and with an off street parking spot you can leave the car and stroll into town too. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and believe you will too - especially if you fancy surrounding yourself with Shakespeare's history!ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to hallwayCloakroom with WC and washbasinLiving Space with two large sofas, large flatscreen TV, with DVD player and Freeview, surround sound system, ipod docking station plus contemporary wall mounted gas flame fire with large sliding doors to private courtyard.Kitchen / Dining Area with large dining table plus 8 dining chairsKitchen well equipped and high quality with 4 ring halogen hob, oven and grill, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and large fridge freezer.UpstairsMaster Bedroom with king size double bed (5ft), chest of drawers and wardrobe plus Ensuite Bathroom with shower, WC and washbasin.Bedroom Two with king size double bed (5ft), chest and wardrobeFamily Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and washbasinBedroom Three with two single beds, chest and wardrobeOutsideThe courtyard is south facing and a real sun trap, there is a large table and six chairs. There is also access out to the street.Sorry No Pets. Children Welcome, Cot and High Chair Available. Off street parking for one car available on request, additional parking on-street outside the property (no restrictions). Wifi avaible at the property. Mobile reception very good.

The Old School House, Stow-on-the-Wold, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £529

Self catering accommodation in Stow-on-the-Wold sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: The Old School House is a spacious property tucked away down a quiet lane near to the centre of Stow on the Wold. The property is moments from the High Street and Market Square with their amenities and shops, making it excellent spot from which to enjoy this classic Cotswolds' town. The apartment is presented in an airy style, with the huge mullion window dominating the living space, throwing light into the property! Outside, there is a small sunny garden to the side which is perfect for relaxing. In our opinion this is a lovely location with space and convenience the major benefits.    ACCOMMODATIONGround Floor Entrance Hall, with hooks for hanging and boot spaceCloakroom with WC & hand-basin, Spacious Living Room with sofa, chair plus TV with DVD, video and wi-fi plus Dining Area with table and four chairs.Kitchen fully fitted with gas cooker electric oven, fridge, freezer, microwave and washing machineUpstairsBalcony style Double Bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom with bath, shower attachment WC & hand-basin, A travel cot or  Z-Bed  is available. (£40 per wk / per stay). Please enquire if required.Gas central heating and electricity incl. Cot. Off street parking. One well behaved pet by prior arrangement. WiFi Available

Meadowbank Farm, Lew, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £2660

Self catering accommodation in Lew sleeps 12.

Features include: Wheelchair Accessible • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Meadowbank Farmhouse is a remotely located farmhouse situated within the Oxfordshire Cotswolds providing very spacious self catering accommodation absolutely perfect for large groups or families. The property is surrounded by open countryside (there are some barns, nearby where the owners live!) with enclosed garden areas for customer's use to the front and rear. Inside the property has large entertaining rooms, with an excellent kitchen/diner as well as two living rooms plus an extra kitchen. There are six large bedrooms, with one on the ground floor making it ideal for any members of the party with limited mobility. A very well maintained and attractive holiday property that is very well located many of the Oxford and Cotswolds attractions. ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to large hallway with CloakroomLiving Room with three large sofas, large TV with DVD player and Sky (basic) and woodburner with doors to rear garden.Kitchen/Diner, an enormous room with large dining table seating 10 comfortably. The kitchen has another dining table which can be moved and will therefore allow 14 people to seat comfortably together. Kitchen is well equipped with 6 ring gas range with double oven, American style fridge freezer, dishwasher and microwave. Great views too.Boot Room with separate access into the property.Living Room Two with sofa, TV with DVD and Sky (basic).Kitchen Two with further gas hob, oven, washing machine and fridge. There is a door to a small enclosed garden.Bedroom One with double bed (4ft 6in) with wardrobe and chest of drawersBathroom One with shower, WC and washbasin.UpstairsBedroom Two with super kingsize double bed (6ft) wardrobes, chest of drawers, plus Ensuite Bathroom, shower, WC and washbasinBedroom Three with kingsize double bed (5ft) wardrobe and chest of drawersBedroom Four with two single beds, wardrobe and chest of drawers.Family Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and washbasinBedroom Five with two single beds, wardrobe and chest of drawers with Ensuite WC and washbasinShower Room with shower, WC and washbasinBedroom Six with king size double bed (5ft) chest of drawers and wardrobe plus sofa (bed) which can be used for a further two people*.OutsideTo the front of the property is a large grassed area surrounded by fencing, with bench and table. To the rear of the property is an enclosed garden with patio and grassed area with large garden table and chairs, accessed directly form the kitchen / diner and BBQSorry No Pets. Children Welcome. Cot & High Chair available. *Additional person(s) charged at £40 per person, please confirm at booking if required. Wifi Included.  

Talbot Cottage, Stow-on-the-Wold, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £942

Self catering accommodation in Stow-on-the-Wold sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Talbot Cottage is a very high standard of self catering accommodation, situated in the heart of Stow on the Wold. The property, which has been within the same family for generations, has been carefully renovated with a real attention to detail and a delightful art deco 'twist' maikng it unique and very appealing. Many of the original features such as the wooden floors have been beautifully retained. The accommodation, which is detached and across two floors is both spacious and cosy at the same time and overlooks the garden in all directions. Outside is a large garden with ample off street parking. This is ideal for families and small groups alike and with its very easy access to the centre of Stow, we think you will return here time and again!ACCOMMODATIONEntrance into large hallway with space for hanging either at the back door or under the stairs.Kitchen, fully equipped  with 4 ring gas hob, electric grill/oven, microwave, full height fridge/freezer, washing machine and dryer, dishwasher. There is also a table with two chairs. There is a door to the garden.Cloakroom with WC and washbasinDining Room with large table and 6 chairs and view towards the gardenLiving Room with two large sofas, armchair, TV with DVD player and woodburning stove. Logs provided. The room is triple aspect, looking across the garden and therefore very light! UpstairsMaster Bedroom, with King Size double bed (5ft), wardrobe and chest of drawers, plus washbasin. Lovely views towards the Cotswolds HillsBedroom Two with King Size double bed (5ft), wardrobe and chest of drawers plus washbasin. Views to the garden and StowBedroom Three with one or two single beds, picture shows single (please note: extra charge for 6th bed of £40.00 per stay/per week)) with chest of drawers.Family Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and washbasinOutsideThere is a large garden surrounding the cottage, which is filled with plants and 'cottage-flowers'. There is a large table and chairs for sitting outside also. The parking is off street and ample for up to three cars. One small dog accepted. Please note garden area not enclosed. Children Welcome. Cot and High Chair available, please request. Friday Changeover Requested.

Church Cottage, Burford, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £942

Self catering accommodation in Burford sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Church Cottage, Burford is one of those unique holiday cottages which come along only once in a while! Located in the heart of the beautiful Cotswold town of Burford, and right next to the famous 14th/15th Century church (described as the finest in Oxfordshire) this classic Cotswold cottage has everything to make your holiday truly enjoyable. Internally the cottage has been recently refurbished and provides a holiday home with character, charm and style: light, airy and comfortable, with hints of the 'Art-Deco' period when the house was built. Externally the house has an enviable location at the end of a no-through lane and overlooking the church. There is a very pretty, enclosed garden and (of course) the cottage is only a few minutes walk from restaurants and shops too. In our opinion this is a superb, high standard holiday cottage in a prime position.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to small lobbyCloakroom with WC and washbasinKitchen, fully equipped with an electric 'Everhot' range cooker, microwave-oven, larder fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Living Room, a delightful room with 'Clearview' woodburning stove, sofa and chairs for six people, flatscreen TV with Sky plus with HD and DVD. French doors to enclosed gardemDining Room, with large table and chairs comfortably seating six people plus French doors to terraced garden. Super view towards the church.Upstairs (relatively steep stairs, with hand rail)Bedroom One with large double bed, Ensuite Bathroom with shower, WC and washbasin. This bedroom looks straight out towards the churchBedroom Two, with 3ft twin beds.Bedroom Three with double bedFamily Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and washbasin Outside The house has the benefit of a completely enclosed garden plus a sheltered, suntrap terrace garden. It is ideal and safe for families. There is also off-street parking (along with free parking in the road beside the house).Please no Pets or Smokers. Children Welcome. Saturday Changeover. £100 damages deposit required before arrivalOil fired central heating and electricity included all year. Cot and high chair available. Please note: No Short breaks except at short notice.Designed in 1937 by Russell-Cox, the well-known Cotswolds architect, and one of only two houses built in Burford between the Wars, Church Cottage was renovated and extended in 2002 and is now in excellent condition throughout. Burford is an ideal centre for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all with 25 minutes from the property.