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8 Guests
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4 Bedrooms
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3 Bathrooms
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Pets: Yes
Features
- Electric vehicle charging
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Games Room
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
17 Customer Reviews
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"The house is a very comfortable size for a large family which was perfect for us."
The house had everything we needed. Admittedly it was a last minute booking but I was disappointed with the dog rules. We didn’t find out until after booking that dogs were not allowed on sofa or upstairs. Then to be pulled up by neighbours to say we couldn’t leave our dogs made it inconvenient when going out for dinner etc.
Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us at the property, it's a lovely base to explore the Cotswolds from. With regards to the dog rules, to be honest most of our property's do not let dogs on furniture, but it's worth checking with us before you book. Regarding leaving the dogs at the property, unfortunately we do not allow dogs to be left on their own at any point during a guests stay I'm afraid, but you will find lots of dog friendly Pubs/Restaurants in the Cotswolds. I hope this helps. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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"We had a lovely stay at Birch House."
It was very clean and spacious. The kitchen was well equipped and the welcome pack was a nice touch. Just a short walk into Stow where there are several pubs, cafes and gift shops. Parking was easy with one space on the driveway and plenty of free roadside parking. Would definitely recommend.
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, it's a lovey house to be based from to explore Stow and the surrounding areas and we would love to welcome you again soon for another visit. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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"To start with positives - we were really impressed with the call from Manor Cottages to say we could go in slightly earlier on arrival day and the welcome pack in the home was very well received."
The house is well stocked but severely let down by bad cleanliness (glasses, cutlery were dirty, old tea was left in tea pot), bad smell in main bedroom and poor maintenance (shower door not shutting properly in second bedroom, curtain broken in main bedroom). We emailed Manor Cottages during our stay but did not hear back.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you appreciated the early check-in call and welcome pack, as we strive to make each stay as welcoming as possible. However, we sincerely apologies for the cleanliness and maintenance issues you encountered, as this does not reflect the standards we aim to uphold. We regret the miscommunication regarding your email, which was sent to a no-reply address that isn’t actively monitored. Please rest assured that we are thoroughly reviewing the concerns raised and have reached out to gather further details. Your experience is important to us, and we are committed to addressing these matters promptly. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"Property was super and we really enjoyed our stay."
House was well located just a few minutes walk from the town centre via a nearby cut-through. Easy parking outside. Although weather was cold outside when we arrived, the house was warm inside and during our stay. Property was good throughout with decent showers and hot water always available. House was clean, kitchen well equipped (but could do with better cereal bowls and there was no salt and pepper!). Appliances all worked fine. Lounge had comfy sofas. Nice to see a few family games there too. Lounge also had a good but older style smart TV. This worked well, with Netflix and a few streaming apps. An HDMI cable was required to connect our laptop for games and other streaming services. Fortunately we had our own. Upstairs bedrooms were roomy and the beds comfy. There was a table tennis table in the garage. A bit cramped but we did manage a short game! Only a very small enclosed patio area outside. Worth noting especially if you have a dog or small children but not an issue to us as we didn’t use it. Finally, it was nice to have a welcome pack on arrival! All in all a great place to stay. Stow is a lovely town with several small shops to browse, great pubs and restaurants and lots of walking nearby even in the middle of winter!
Thank you for taking the time to leave this feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Birch House and the local area. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"There is so much to like about this property; the location for getting to the town is great, the rooms - especially downstairs - are lovely and we really appreciated the Christmas decorations."
It is spoilt by what a previous reviewer called ‘niggles’; insufficient hooks for coats downstairs, no hairdryer, a random selection of glasses etc … little things that could easily be addressed. One bigger problem - a single bed that collapsed - was reported to Manor Cottages and has hopefully been dealt with.
Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your comments and can confirm the bed has been fixed and additional crockery and glassware is already in the property. We hope that these issues didn't detract from your overall stay and look forward to welcome you back to the Cotswolds again soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"We were 5 ladies having a 3 night breakaway."
Very comfortable beds and lots of crockery etc, great location! There were a few things which niggled but not enough for us to not rebook again
Thank you for your lovely feedback, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best Wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"Everything about our stay at Birch House was amazing and exceeded our expectation."
The house was perfect for 8 adults and a baby. Plenty of space in the four bedrooms, living room and kitchen. The bathrooms were clean and spacious. The beds and sofa were comfortable. Space for 2 cars in front of the house and plenty on the side and around the house. Location was perfect for walking into town and driving to other places of interest in the Cotswold. Price for 3 nights was good given the size and location of the house. The customer service from Sykes Cottages was very reliable. They answered my query really quickly before my stay and urgently dealt with a pressure issue we had with the boiler during our stay. I would definitely recommend and stay at Birch House again on my next visit to the Cotswold.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Birch House and glad to hear that queries and pressure issue got resolved quickly . We shall look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best Wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"No hair dryer"
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"We couldn’t figure out lighting the stove and had to buy a lighter from the store to ignite it."
The dryer was not easy to access because of the clutter in the room. The fuse tripped, turning off all of the upstairs lights. That was fixed with a call to maintenance. One morning, the water was not heated. That said, the beds were comfortable, the bathrooms were equipped. The kitchen was stocked. The location was perfect. Parking locations were unclear so we guessed and parked north of the building with others. The snacks were appreciated. A hair dryer would be nice. The food recommendations were appreciated. We loved our stay in the Cotswolds.
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"This is a lovely comfortable property in an excellent location."
Great to be able to walk into Stow and browse the interesting shops there. Nice walks from the property. Lovely restaurants nearby.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best Wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"Nice house for a stay in a lovely village."
Easy walk into village with great pubs and shops. Accommodates 8 people comfortably, best suited to 2 families of 4, with 2 rooms being twins. Clean tidy and as described.
Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best Wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"Lovely accommodation, excellent location close to the high street where there are several pubs and shops to keep you busy."
Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Birch House. We are so pleased to hear that you all enjoyed your stay in Stow and we hope you enjoyed some lovely meals out also. We hope to welcome you back again very soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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"The coffee maker was very old and broken."
No cheese grater and most of the bowls and plates had cracked glaze so they were grey rather than white. The information booklet was out of date. The dinning chairs were very hard with no cushions. But the beds were great and the bathrooms also. It was warm and in a great location. Nice large kitchen diner and nice lounge although the tv was limited. We really liked it but a little refresh would be nice.
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"We stayed at Birch house for a few nights to kick start Christmas."
Having stayed in Stow before, we knew the area well and we were pleased to find that Birch House was perfectly situated for 4 adults, 1 child and a dog. There was plenty of space for us all to relax and enjoy ourselves, with just a short walk to the centre to enjoy the many shops, pubs and restaurants. The weather held up for us mostly, although it was very windy on two of the nights, and there was a repeated loud bang on the roof above our bedroom. Not sure at all what this was but thought it worth mentioning so the owner can take a look. We cooked a lovely roast dinner on the Sunday, taking advantage on the good sized kitchen and dining room table. However, we couldn't seem to find any oven gloves, which made it difficult to get things out of the oven. Apart from this, it was a very enjoyable stay and we look forward to visiting again in the future!
Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Birch House. It's lovely to hear the house worked for your family and it is in a lovely location to see everything locally. Did you get a chance to go to Adam Henson's Farm, it's just down the road and the kids would love it!. Thank you for the tip ref the oven gloves, we will make sure the Housekeeper leave them out in an easily accessible place going forward. We hope to welcome your family and furry friend back in the near future. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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"Well maintained property Close to amenities and attractions"
Thank you for your feedback. We hope you enjoyed your stay and can welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"The house was in a very good position in the town only a few minutes walk and you were right in the heart of Stow in the Wold."
It was also very easy to get to round the local area . Easy parking for three cars . The house was very equipped for 8 people and it was great to be able to take our two dogs. The kitchen was large and it allowed us to have lovely family meals all together, The bedroom were large and it had three good size bathrooms.Also the lounge had three good size sofas I would recommend this house for large groups to visit the lovely local area
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback on your stay. It's fantastic to hear that you had a lovely time away and took full advantage of both the property, and local area. We hope to welcome you again one day in the future! Best wishes, Character Cottages. Property Owner
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"Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Birch House."
It's lovely to hear you had a wonderful stay and we hope you enjoyed all the wonderful sites in the Cotswolds. We hope to welcome you again in the future.
Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Birch House. It's lovely to hear you had a wonderful stay and we hope you enjoyed all the wonderful sites in the Cotswolds. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Property Owner
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Summary
- Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 1 x king with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Cloakroom with basin and WC
- Kitchen with dining area
- Utility
- Sitting room
- Recreation area with table tennis table
- Gas central heating
- Gas hob and electric oven, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs, DVD, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi, selection of DVDs, books and children’s toys
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cots and highchairs available
- Off road parking and ample roadside parking
- EV charging point, instructions how to pay inside property
- Patio terrace with seating (rear) and lawned garden (front)
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.4 miles
The property
Set in the popular, historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, just a short walk away from local amenities is this elegant and spacious family home, located on a quiet residential street; an idyllic retreat for you and your family or friends to escape to the beautiful Cotswolds.
With dedicated parking located just outside of the garage door, you can unload your luggage right on the property grounds and look forward to entering the wonderful home.
The front door opens into a fresh and welcoming hallway so kick off your walking boots and enter into the sitting room where you are greeted by a stunning ornamental fireplace and dual aspect windows, letting the sunshine pour in.
The kitchen/diner is well-equipped and is the perfect space to cook up a storm, pour a drink and socialise with your party.
Choose from the selection of games on offer and have a fun game night!
Finishing off the ground floor nicely, there is a convenient cloakroom and utility room, with adjoining garage which has been smartly converted into a recreation area containing a table tennis table with bats and balls; the family will love this addition!
Accessed from the kitchen to the rear is the well-presented, enclosed terrace where you will find lovely hedges providing some privacy and manicured flower-filled pots as well as a table with seating if you fancy dining al fresco.
The front of the property has a lovely raised lawn area, with stunning climbing roses and wisteria blooming in the summer months.
When sleep calls, a choice of four sizeable bedrooms await upstairs; the charming master bedroom contains a king-size four poster bed giving a luxurious feel to the room and boasts an en-suite bathroom, the second bedroom has lovely view of the terrace and has a large double sleigh bed with an en-suite bathroom, perfect for children, bedrooms three and four both have twin beds.
Finishing the first-floor is the bathroom where you can have an enjoyable soak in the bath.
A short walk from your doorstep there are many amenities to enjoy; visit the Fosse Gallery to admire an array of contemporary British art, indulge in a bite to eat and drinks at The Stag at Stow, add a touch of opulence and revel in the scrumptious tea and cakes – or scones!
- at The Old Bakery Tea Room.
Discover over 500 species of birds by visiting Birdland Park & Gardens, which is a lovely spot to enjoy a picnic, surrounded by wildlife, or perhaps make a visit to the nearby village of Bourton-on-the-Water and discover a miniature replica of the Cotswold-stone village at The Model Village.
At nearly 800ft, Stow is the highest of the Cotswold towns, located on the Roman Fosse Way and has many scenic walking and cycle route to explore.
The market square is the heart of the community and offers boutique shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants, as well as the farmers’ market which every second Thursday of each month, featuring inviting local produce.
Take a trip to Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens in Burford for the day, or take a tour at Undiscovered Cotswolds, located in Minster Lovell.
If you want to enjoy the scenic spots that The Cotswolds have to offer, why not arrange a tour with Cotswold Walks & Hikes & Bikes, all just a short car journey from Birch House.
For your next trip to the stunning countryside, stay at Birch House.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.
Where you’ll be staying
STOW-ON-THE-WOLD
Bourton-on-the-Water 4 miles; Stratford upon Avon 15 miles.
The highest town in the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises olde worlde England. This ancient market town has played host to many fairs since the 12th century and today holds a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs and monthly Farmers' market. The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antique shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of Stow, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close to the town. Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' as the River Windrush runs through the centre, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are all within easy reach and make a great day out. Cheltenham (20 miles away) is, architecturally, the most complete regency town in England. A spa town with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse-racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. At other times of year, it is host to literature, jazz, classical music, science and food and drink festivals. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called 'The City of Dreaming Spires’ has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also within easy reach, making Stow-on-the-Wold an ideal base.
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Note: For the comfort of future guests, we ask that dogs remain downstairs, stay off the furniture and that no trace of a dog remains after your departure.
Note: There is a low wall in the garden so children and dogs should be supervised outside at all
EV charging point, instructions how to pay inside property.times.
Note: The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, this is a traditional fair for people to meet up and trade which dates back to 1476 when its Charter was granted; Stow is very busy for a day or two before and after each fair, and a number of shops, pubs and restaurants are closed.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas