Parlor

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets No

Features

Swimming pool
Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Hallifax
August 2019

“The Parlour provides a great location for a short break with children.”

There are several attractions a short drive away, the most enjoyable of which we found to be Cotswold Wildlife Park. The site itself kept our children outside and occupied (4,7,9 yr old). The accommodation is basic but fine. Our sole reason for choosing the Parlour was the on site swimming pool that you can hire individually as we have 3 very nervous swimmers, disappointingly this was out of action throughout our stay which changed our holiday somewhat sadly. Despite not meeting the hosts in ...

There are several attractions a short drive away, the most enjoyable of which we found to be Cotswold Wildlife Park. The site itself kept our children outside and occupied (4,7,9 yr old). The accommodation is basic but fine. Our sole reason for choosing the Parlour was the on site swimming pool that you can hire individually as we have 3 very nervous swimmers, disappointingly this was out of action throughout our stay which changed our holiday somewhat sadly. Despite not meeting the hosts in person they were readily available via text and very friendly and helpful. Due to the open layout of our accommodation it is probably more suitable if you only have 2 young children as we were unable to socialise once the kids had gone to bed. A beautiful part of the country to explore we will definitely be visiting the cotswolds again.
Mr Atkin August 2019

“We had a fabulous time.”

Great facilities and friendly owners. Super for children. Lots of varied play equipment and friendly animals to feed plus a little lake to go out on. Cottage was as described. Stairs very steep but our two young children were fine. Pool was a great addition. A little chilly but our 4 year old stayed in for about 30 mins and loved it. Great location. Lots to do on the doorstep. I would recommend it to anyone who's children love to be outdoors and have freedom to explore.
Ms Lincoln July 2019

“I’m afraid the listing did not accurately describe the cottage.”

I travel extensively and routinely use search engines to find places to stay for 2-6people at a time. I have never had a bedroom described as one, unless it has a door. In the case of this listing to be accurate it should be described as one bedroom with twin beds and two mezzanine / lofts one with a double and the other a single bed. I travelled with my 3 children 1 teenager and 2 pre-teens, the lack of privacy for everyone was disappointing. I found the stairs to these ‘rooms’ steep and would suggest warning guests that they are steep with open treads. My children are older but if I had younger children with the open treads I doubt this would be a pleasant stay. I was very surprised to find the shower described as such. When we arrived it was a bath with a shower head and there were strict instructions that it was for washing hair only. The bath was lovely and deep but it was irritating with 1 teen and 2 pre teens not to have a proper shower. Outside the door there is no division between the cottage and the playground. This is unusual and a little disconcerting as a stream of families went past on Saturday morning again a lack of privacy. There are no recycling facilities onsite just a large bin. The listing company does not release details of the owners to make contact until after the final deposit has been made. This was mildly frustrating as I would have emailed certain questions prior to visiting. Had I known all of the above I would have not booked or cancelled the booking taking the hit on the deposit. I did not contact the owners during our stay as we had been informed that it was busy and we were only staying 2 nights. I may have done so if we had been staying longer to see if there were any alternatives. The farm itself is pleasant, the animals lovely and friendly and the pool was described as the best bit by all of my children. We stayed for a weekend as a family break however we won’t be back.
Dr Riggs May 2019

“Great barn and location.”

Suited us perfectly. Thank you!
Mrs Campbell May 2019

“We really enjoyed our stay.”

The farm and all the different areas for children to play were really good. The boating lake was hilarious fun. Having the swimming pool to ourselves was good value at £5. The only downside was lack of storages in the cottage. A couple of shelves in the bathroom and a few more draws would have really helped. Otherwise it was well equipped in the kitchen and our hosts were lovely people and most welcoming. Thanks for a great time.
Miss Hussain May 2019

“Perfect location for families with young children.”

Plenty of activities on site to enjoy.
Mrs Kadiu April 2019

“Unfortunately we had no heating in our property for two nights plus the advertised heated swimming pool was freezing cold and very dirty.”

The property itself is in need of maintenance considering it was the beginning of the holiday season it was sadly very badly kept and in need of some TLC. After complaining to the owners regarding the heating we were given a small heater which as we were staying in a stone built property did not keep us warm at all enough said !!!

Thank you very much for your comments and for taking the time to let us know your thoughts. I understand we have contacted you directly in regards to the feedback and the property owner has addressed the issues in order to maintain our property standards. If you need to contact us then our lines are open 7 days a week from 9am until 7pm. In the meantime Sykes owner relations
Mr Kothari April 2019

“The cottage was comfortable and convenient but lacked some basic amenities like kitchen towel and only one toilet roll for a family of 5!”
Mr Bracken April 2019

“Fantastic find in the Cotswolds.”

Amazing outdoor space for children, filled with friendly farm animals and lots of little touches that made this an amazing stay. The pool was a little chilly but the children still swam in it. The woodland area with wild deer was such a lovely addition as was the boating lake. We will definitely return.
Mr Thomson October 2018

“Far exceeding our expectations, the Parlor was comfortable and more than adequately equipped for SC accommodation.”

The welcoming is very warm and the hosts are on hand to resolve any query. We will be back. Being allowed and encouraged to freely roam the farm and see the animals up close was a great treat for our toddler.
Randall August 2018

“Everything was as advertised.”

The whole family enjoyed everything. Those in the Henloft hope to return. Ideal safe place for children and lots of places closeby to visit.
Mr Court May 2018

“Sofas were extremely uncomfortable and too low.”

The site is perfect for children, both at the farm and places to see in the area.
Mrs Jackson April 2018

“We loved our stay at Riverwood, in spite of the dreadful weather.”

We stayed in Parlour which was comfortable and homely. The farm and the animals provided hours of entertainment for us and our six-year old, and the owners were often around to answer questions. We fed the animals (twice!) daily and enjoying watching the number of newborn lambs grow day by day. We enjoyed the play areas and the boat and lake. We used the pool a bit but our little boy declared it too cold - he says this about most pools though and others seemed to be enjoying it with no problem! All in all a lovely stay.
Dr Mccall December 2017

“We had a great Christmas break in the Parlour at Lechlade Manor Farm.”

We needed to be near enough to our Mum who is ill in a nursing home and ended up booking rather late. I was a bit worried because previous reviews described the facilities as 'basic', but needn't have worried, as I think what reviewers really meant was, a bit low on basic supplies. As long as you are happy to go out and stock up on tea/coffee/soap/washing up liquid etc, you will be absolutely fine - there is a co-op just down the road. The cottage was a bit hard to locate after dark - the private road is easily missed or confused with one next door and it took us a while to find reception, parking space and the cottage in the dark. The cottage was adorable - full of character, warm, with nice furnishings, and enough kitchen/dining equipment to cook a Christmas dinner. There are two mezzanine bedrooms under eaves upstairs (one double bed, the other single), separated by curtains from the main part of the cottage, and a twin bedroom with a door downstairs. There is plenty of light from windows to the main parts of the cottage, although not to the upstairs bedrooms. There are farm animals to meet, and a very friendly black cat whom we were very tempted to take away with us in our suitcase. Lechlade is a great centre for exploration, with lots to see in surrounding areas of Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. There is a fine church to visit, and we did a lovely walk along the riverbank, and then pub lunch at the Trout inn by the river. Oxford is a 45 minute drive away, Cirencester 30 minutes. Already considering coming back at Easter.
Mr Edmonds June 2017

“The accommodations and location was fantastic.”

The owners were extremely helpful but allowed considerable privacy. Every time I come back to this area I will consider the same accommodation.
Kat N June 2017

“Review of parlour”

We stayed in this lovely quaint property for five nights at the end of June. The property itself is clean and basic, but cosy and has everything you need for your stay. The farm itself was beautiful and the animals were so looked after. The animals were so friendly and it's well worth paying the extra £5 and going with Tom to feed the animals. There is so much exploring to be done on the farm. Ducks, chickens, goats, horses, donkeys, a pig! There's a little lake with a small rowing boat that we went out on and my little boy thoroughly enjoyed. There is a huge amount of slides, little climbing things, trampolines for children which again were enjoyed very much by our son. The location is brilliant, the wildlife park in Lechlade is well worth a day out as is hiring a boat and going along the Thames from the riverside pub! Crocodile zoo is twenty minutes away and watching the crocodiles Being fed was an experience! Boughton on Thames, voted prettiest village in UK is a twenty minute drive and is a beautiful place to visit. (Has a Christmas shop all year round, as does Lechlade). Could not fault the location - beautiful part of England. According to my three year old it was his best holiday ever and he's been to Disney world America! All in all our stay was very good and I plan to return. Thanks Tom and family for a brilliant holiday :) hopefully see you again
Sandra5824 December 2015

“Great stay in this quirky cottage where the children could roam safely”

We stayed in October half term with my children aged 9 and 12 and my dad. The children loved the quirky bedrooms in the loft and being able to disappear off outside when the weather allowed. We swum in the little pool every day and had no trouble drying the towels as the Parlour was always very warm with plenty of hot water. Be aware that there are not enough arm chairs for 5 but there are two beanbag chairs which the children were happy on. Beware the sign at the end of the drive is not very clear especially in the dark.
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Riverwood Cottages @ Manor Farm

Lechlade-on-Thames 0.9 miles. Situated just a short distance from the pretty riverside town of Lechlade, these barn conversion cottages and wooden lodges are located on a family run estate on the edge of the Cotswolds, where you can sit and watch the animals on the farm or stroll through the 40 acre farm and 14 acres of woodland. These delightful properties have been lovingly created from old farm buildings and each is individually furnished and decorated, retaining much of the rustic character and charm. With lovely bedrooms, open plan living areas with exposed beams, well-equipped kitchens with dining areas and cosy sitting areas, these cottages and lodges make wonderful bases for your holiday. All of the cottages provide outdoor seating, four together in a courtyard setting and two which overlook the farm, watching the animals and enjoying alfresco dining. The two lodges on-site are set in a woodland environment and provide perfect accommodation for a romantic break or small family holiday. Step inside the lodges and you will be able to enjoy their rustic charm with simple wooden fixtures combining seamlessly with contemporary furnishings to provide a lovely base in peaceful surroundings. Spend a day on the estate where the younger children can make full use of all the swings, slides, sand pit, parkland and woodland play areas. Other facilities for children include a football pitch, scooters, plus a heated indoor swimming pool is available for all guests from the start of April until the end of October. In the woodland, guests are welcome to light the fire pit and enjoy a barbecue or spend a day at the nearby Cotswold Water Park which offers many watersports, horse riding, cycle routes and walks around the nature reserves. Take a stroll into Lechlade and enjoy the individual shops, cafes, restaurants and traditional pubs, plus there are many unspoilt Cotswold towns and villages are on the doorstep of these fantastic properties.

The property

This semi-detached, stone-built cottage combines contemporary furnishings with original exposed beams, ideal for a get together with family and friends in a beautiful part of the country.

This charming cottage offers a first floor double, a first floor single and a ground floor twin bedroom, as well as a spacious open plan living area with a well-equipped kitchen, cosy sitting area and dining area with doors to the front decked area which overlooks the family estate.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 30808, 31093, 31095, 31096 and 31097 on the farm, together they sleep 28 and with two lodges 929312 and 929313, they sleep 36.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x single
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Shared external utility
The pool is available for private use at £5 per hour per property, please book in advance with the owner.
Electric central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and tumble dryer in utility, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Front decked patio with furniture and BBQ
Shared use of indoor heated swimming pool bookable at £5 per hour (available from the start of Apr to end of Oct)
Free shared use of small, unfenced lake
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 10 mins walk
Note: Guests have access to the owner’s 40 acre estate with animals, children’s play equipment and woodland walks
Note: Unfenced lake on-site and natural hazards such as rabbit holes etc in the woodlands, children to be supervised
Note: Lake is not available for fishing
Note: The first floor mezzanine bedrooms have sloping ceilings with restricted head height and are accessed via steep open tread stairs with a curtain for privacy

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About the location

LECHLADE-ON-THAMES

Cirencester 13 miles; Oxford 24.5 miles.

The popular riverside market town of Lechlade lies on the edge of the southern Cotswolds and has many traditional pubs, antique shops, a Londis and a Co-operative including a fuel station. Lechlade is also home to the infamous Christmas shop (“Where it’s Christmas all year round”) and offers many river-based activities with River Thames trips available throughout the summer season. Lechlade is steeped in history and is an excellent base for many Cotswold and River Thames walks, including the Thames Path, plus excellent fly fishing is also on offer and the town plays host to many festivals throughout the year, including the annual three day Lechlade Music Festival, featuring over 80 bands and performers. Nearby, The Cotswold Water Park is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, covering 40 square miles, made up of 140 lakes; an area larger than the Norfolk Broads. Britain's largest water park, it offers a wide range of activities, including boating, water skiing, fishing (some of the finest trout fishing in the country), cycling, walking, golf and horse riding. Cirencester, known as The Capital of the Cotswolds is just a short drive away and boasts a rich and well-preserved heritage with a Roman Amphitheatre, Corinium Museum and Abbey Grounds. The Brewery Arts Centre offers visitors a unique arts and crafts shopping experience or visit the Bathurst Estate, home to the Cirencester Polo Club where some of the highest level of polo can be seen. Oxford, the oldest University City in England, boasts interesting Botanical Gardens, museums and libraries, and plays host to many festivals and markets throughout the year. The ancestral home of Winston Churchill and the World Heritage Site of Blenheim Palace is just a short drive away, where many lovely walks can be enjoyed around the landscaped parkland. Within an hour's drive is Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, many unspoilt Cotswold villages and the Malvern Hills, all of which are well worth a visit.

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Cotswolds Cottage Holidays

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Lechlade-on-Thames, Gloucestershire (Ref. 31094)

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Features

“The Parlour provides a great location for a short break with children.”

“We had a fabulous time.”

“I’m afraid the listing did not accurately describe the cottage.”

“Great barn and location.”

“We really enjoyed our stay.”

“Perfect location for families with young children.”

“Unfortunately we had no heating in our property for two nights plus the advertised heated swimming pool was freezing cold and very dirty.”

“The cottage was comfortable and convenient but lacked some basic amenities like kitchen towel and only one toilet roll for a family of 5!”

“Fantastic find in the Cotswolds.”

“Far exceeding our expectations, the Parlor was comfortable and more than adequately equipped for SC accommodation.”

“Everything was as advertised.”

“Sofas were extremely uncomfortable and too low.”

“We loved our stay at Riverwood, in spite of the dreadful weather.”

“We had a great Christmas break in the Parlour at Lechlade Manor Farm.”

“The accommodations and location was fantastic.”

“Review of parlour”

“Great stay in this quirky cottage where the children could roam safely”