Swan View

We stayed here in 2019 and I suspect photos are older than that.

This is a cosy well furnished cottage in an idyllic village but the absence of care and maintenance from the owner is evident. Cleaning above head height was non-existent. The garden umbrella is broken but no replacement offered. The bathroom cabinet is missing a door. There is no barbecue. The dishwasher doesn’t clean. The frying pan is unusable. The garden was overgrown with long grass and tall weeds. Missing light fittings and bulbs. Clocks not working or wrong time. Bedside lamp broken. Broken shower door. There is no information on the cottage (not even waste/recycling details) and no local amenity information. We will not return again.

Our second visit, both times in winter, and we found the cottage warm and comfortable, in a beautiful location.

As others have commented, there are a few maintenance issues, and the bathroom could do with an update (great shower though!). More information about local amenities would have been helpful, especially if we’d been new to the area. But overall, this is a great base for a relaxing week in the Cotswolds. We will aim to visit in warmer months next time to enjoy the garden and the inviting garden room, too cold for comfort in January!

We loved the house and garden.

Could do with some maintenance here and there, e.g. stair carpet at the top. Comfortable sitting room, good TV easy to use, best equipped kitchen we have come across, though non-stick pans need replacing but kitchen really designed for cooking which is not always the case. Stairs aren't brilliant for elderly, though our 86 year o/ld managed. A bit perilous at the top. ideally needs an additional rail there. Garden a high light with scented shrub and apples, plus gardeners! Beautiful village and perfect location. Pity pub semi closed - Monday, Tuesday, part Wednesday but visiting kids and buzzards and small birds fully compensated, plus the wonderful river.

The cottage was very spacious and comfortable in a good location.

I felt there could have been more local information available and more instructions for use of equipment in the cottage and I don't believe any fuel had been left for the fire but we may have missed things because our stay was curtailed due to illness and we left early

We had a lovely time here at Swan view cottage , a lovely all enclosed dog friendly garden which was superb for our escape artist dogs, a lovely and peaceful setting we enjoyed with a glass of wine on the patio , we would definitely like to stay again and hopefully book again soon

Swan View is in a beautiful village and very well located for the area of the cotswolds we wished to explore.

The cottage is tastefully and very comfortably furnished but, as with pretty much all popular properties, it would benefit from a bit of a spruce up. There are no issues that would affect your stay... just little things you notice whilst waiting for the kettle to boil, whilst sitting on the loo or enjoying the lovely garden! There are some very pretty dog walks immediately available from the cottage which is located directly adjacent to the village hall. I would have no hesitation in booking Swan View again if we were returning to the area and would recommend it to friends.

Love this cottage and village.

Beautiful light, bright kitchen looking over the village hall. This was our fourth visit and always sleep well, and it feels like home. Still could do with a little TLC the re touching up in the bathroom walls and ceiling. But all in all a very comfortable cottage and we would re book again.

Lovely house,the stairs were a challenge for my wife,but we managed.

could do with a hand grip at top of stairs.no shaver point,garden brolly has seen better days and washbasin outside leaking onto gravel.would definitely consider coming again.

We loved staying at Swan Cottage - it was well equipped and very comfortable with a great garden

Beautiful cottage, home from home feel, picturesque location

Beautiful cottage, especially having the laundry/boot room to stop bringing dirt into the house.

Everything great, thank you for the welcome pack. Only thing we found was that the whole cottage could do with a deep clean. Quite a few cobwebs around in unused areas, eg behind the sofa and along its wall in the conservatory, around socket areas. Heating settings a bit awry as could have been warmer in the mornings and unable to reset (though understand why). Otherwise, great cottage, very comfortable and roomy and would definitely return.

A lovely quaint cottage situated in a quiet location but with a blind corner when pulling out of the driveway.

Overall we had a pleasant stay as we used this house as a base so we could visit the airshow. A little bemused when the owner turned up on the Monday the 22nd of July expecting the house to be empty as she had planned to stay there!!! An oversight on your part Sykes?? Not the best maintained property as the bathroom window handle was sheared off leaving a jagged edge. The master bedroom had a double socket hanging off the wall with exposed live wires!! We did contact the mobile number on the booking form to report these hazards. The freezer had to be defrosted as the drawers were frozen in place and couldn’t be moved and the top of the fridge hadn’t ever seen a duster as it was covered with dust. Generally the inside of the house could do with a freshen up as it is looking tired but on a positive note it was comfy and a nice place to stay.

Lovely cottage, but does need a bit of TLC.

This was our third visit and always enjoy our time spent there.

We booked this cottage as we had been last year and found it to be very good.

However this year we felt it somewhat lacking and standards had slipped There was no hand towel in downstairs cloakroom and not another one to be found apart from one in the upstairs bathroom No oven glove No teapot there was a large one last year Only half a toilet roll in each toilet resulting in us having to buy a pack

Really nice cottage in a lovely quiet village.

The property is well equipped and very practical with off road parking and a secure rear garden, particularly useful if you have pets. There's plenty of room downstairs with decent size lounge kitchen and dining room plus a nice little conservatory opening onto the garden. Main bedroom is good, didn't use second bedroom. My only one criticism was the placement of the wall mounted cupboard in the utility room which both myself and my wife caught our shoulders on. It was almost empty so I'm not sure what purpose it served. Other than that excellent accommodation.

On the whole it was a great place to stay, the cottage was well equipped and comfortable.

We enjoyed the nearby walks and the garden and could relax knowing it was secure for the dog. Some of the kitchenware could do with a refresh (kettle/pans) Unfortunately our peaceful getaway was interrupted by the cleaner coming a day early and letting herself into the property. That put a dampener on our final evening.

Really liked it.

Great location. Lacked a little bit of finesse - no welcome note, bottle of wine you typically get at such places - but overall good.

We have just returned from a wonderful stay at Swan view cottage.

The cottage is situated in a beautiful, quiet village. Swan view is a wonderful cottage, with some lovely original features. The garden was perfect for dogs as it was fully enclosed. The property is close to some lovely local pubs. The Prince of Burford which is about 6 miles from the property had stunning food and a lovely atmosphere. We will definitely return again to Swan view cottage!

A beautiful cottage in a gorgeous village, very friendly locals as well.

Lots of footpaths and walks in the area although rather muddy when we were there, but, not specified in cottage details, there is a hosepipe behind the cottage that is excellent for hosing off muddy dogs before you let them in! Kitchen diner is lovely but sofas and chairs can be a bit low if you have arthritis. However over all a lovely cosy base when we were visiting friends and family.

A nice cottage, could do with repairing a few things though!

Lovely location and great walks. Would have been nice to have information on dog walks etc but we found our own, and info for bin days/ instructions etc.

What a lovely cottage in a quiet village but with easy access to Burford and Stow as well as further afield in the Cotswolds.

Well equipped with a lovely enclosed garden which meant we could let the dogs run free without worry. The local pub is wonderful with good food and friendly service. We really enjoyed our short stay - thank you

The property owner should be proud of their artistic license.

This is a lovely home away from home. We felt so relaxed as a family with many local walks and things to do within a short distance. We were sad to come away.

Property in quiet village.

Very nice inside. Spacious. Good walking with your dog just opposite. Good secure garden also. The chair in living room needs to be either changed or have seating cushion replaced. Very difficult to get out of once you are sitting in it. We found the key safe was also quite awkward to get into.

We liked the village location of Swan View cottage and its proximity to Lechade on Thames with its pubs, cafes and shops.

A pint of milk and a bottle of wine were left for us on arrival which was appreciated. The overall standard of accommodation at the cottage is good. The lounge, kitchen and dining areas are all a decent size and tastefully decorated. The cottage also benefits from a pleasant and a neat garden with seating. There’s also a conservatory which is a lovely place to relax. The cottage is reasonably well equipped, but there was no toast rack, or shaver socket in the bathroom. Only one hand towel was provided, luckily we brought a couple of our own. The freezer needed defrosting and the kettle needed descaling. On the negative side the bathroom was in dire need of a refresh, we were told that there are plans to do this. The shower riser rail is too low and the bathroom window is a poor fit and is draughty. Parking on the drive could be an issue for some as there is an awkward slope which makes it difficult to reverse onto; made worse by the cottage being on a bend restricting visibility. There was no information pack providing the usual useful information you would normally expect; details of local shops, GP, vet, hospital, local amenities, pubs, public transport etc. There was no fire escape plan either which is a serious omission and which needs to be remedied. Overall we felt the cottage was quite good but could be a lot better if the above issues were addressed.

The property needs urgent tlc.

Especially the toilets and bathroom. The kitchen extractor leaked grease. The blue chair in the living room is no longer suitabel for sitting. The garden was hardly maintained.

Lovely cottage our second visit to Swan View.

Very comfortable, beautiful back garden with seating. Bathroom could now do with a bit of TLC, We would book again to stay here, lovely village, quiet.

Spacious cottage in a lovely village and milk in fridge on arrival was brill so thank you for that.

Lots of walking from door,Lechlade and river in both directions very picturesque and no shortage of places to visit by car either.Everything was provided in cottage that we needed, kitchen well equipped and roomy and outside the garden was secure for our dog.Only neg is that bathroom is going to need a little TLC soon but doesn’t detract from this being a lovely cottage. Oh and having a hedgehog wandering in the garden in the evening was the icing on the cake for me!

Lovely cottage in a great location.

Management company not help-full.

Smell of oil from the boiler. Would definitely not stay there again.

A lovely, homely and very well equipped cottage made for a very enjoyable stay.

It is a good base for visiting all the nearby towns / villages /sights and the dogs loved having the garden to play in.

We throughly enjoyed our stay.

The garden was a lovely size for the dogs. The conservatory was a nice addition. It helped that the weather was very kind to us!!

Beautiful, quiet location, exactly what we needed.

A little attention to detail with the cleaning (few cobwebs missed, stain to the rug in the conservatory) which didn't really impact on our break at all. Super comfy bed - slept really well. Milk, wine & ice-cream a lovely bonus - especially on such a hot weekend! This was our second visit to Swan View and we'd love to come again - a really special place. The dogs loved the garden too, and the very close walk along the public bridleway is a huge bonus. Thank you

Lovely cottage.

Perfect for a week break away from work. Lots of walks in the area. Local pub also very lovely.

Beautiful cottage so peaceful.

Lovely garden completely dog safe. Great location.

A lovely cottage, thanks.

A delicious fresh fruity loaf to greet us on a very cold day with milk tea and coffee available.

We appreciated the warmth and comfort of a well-maintained cottage.

I booked the cottage based on previous reviews and I was really happy to find it exactly as previous holiday tenants had described it.

The cottage was quiet, cozy and well equipped. The location is perfect for walks from the front door and has some lovely views over the countryside. Great spot from which to explore other towns and villages as well. I couldn’t fault my short holiday at all.

Good points; really lovely downstairs, especially kitchen and living room.

Fire was a delight in the cold, kitchen is well equipped and nicely Done. The whole place has plenty of character really felt like a home from home, just a great place to spend time in even if you’re doing nothing. Both me and my wife said we’d happily live there. Good utilities too, and very spacious downstairs. I imagine the conservatory and large garden would come Into their own in the summer. Southrop is so blissfully quiet with plenty of little local dog walks. The Swan pub is excellent too.

A beautiful cottage in a lovely location.

The cottage was very comfortable and cosy and warm with the central heating on for our arrival and a supply of logs for the wood burner, and a very nice welcome to provide a bottle of wine and milk. The cottage was very well equipped and we had everything we needed. We had a good weekend with lots of walks in the countryside with our two dogs. The garden was perfect for them being very secure. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful cottage and we look forward to visiting again.

A beautiful cottage that felt like home as soon as we entered.

My dogs loved the garden. The utility room was really handy to clean muddy paws. The stairs were very steep for my elderly mother and myself, as I we have mobility issues but a fully mobile person should be fine. The electricity tripped on the first night and wouldn't come back on straight away. We finally got it back on after a while and it stayed on for the rest of the weekend. We loved our stay and would definitely book again.

We had the most wonderful stay in this perfect cottage!

We stayed there for a fortnight and at the end it felt like home :) The Garden was perfect for our little dog and there was everything there you could wish for. The only thing that should be renewed are the pots and pans. They were in a really bad shape and we couldn't use them. But everything else was great and we will definitely be back!

The accommodation was lovely and ideal for visiting different places.

We found some excellent places to eat and only a five to ten minute drive away. Would definitely came back

Lovely cottage with a beautiful garden.

Comfortable and complete, especially the seating in the conservatory is nice. The perfect base to explore the Cotswolds and ample walking opportunities from the doorstep.

Very nicely presented, lovely location.

Little to complain about, but shower very low, ok for short people not so good for the taller person. No soup or proper dessert spoons, odd ! Overall very good

Lovely cottage.

Would have been lovely if The Swan Pub was open as it closed due to COVID. This should be mentioned on the website when booking as it was one of advantages of the cottage. Cottage itself was very spacious with a lovely garden.

A delightful cottage, with everything that you could want - very well equipped.

Spotlessly clean and well decorated, warm and welcoming, with a surprising amount of space. Lovely, well tended and dog-proof garden. Without a doubt the loveliest cottage we have stayed in, and a perfect location for exploring the Cotswolds. We'll be back!

Hi we stayed for 3 nights with myself my husband 12 year old daughter and 2 small dogs .

The cottage was so lovely clean cosy great facility’s lovely garden and views surrounding area is stunning. We had some beautiful walks through the country side our dogs loved it too . Local town was about 10 minutes drive large Asda Morrisons and Aldi . We will definitely come back in the the summer months . Thanks for a wonderful stay

We had s lovely couple of days at Swan cottage, it had everything we needed and was comfortable.

Our two frenchies enjoyed it as well, the garden was lovely to sit in, plus secure for the dogs. Great walks from the cottage, it was a shame the village pub wasn't open, but we did pass one in the next village. Only downside for me there was no bath after a long walk! But you can't have everything!! Beautiful cottage in beautiful surroundings.

A really enjoyable stay, blighted only by The Swan being shut (and no sign of it re-opening!

:( ) The cottage was very clean and welcoming. Lots of room downstairs especially for the 2 of us and our Labrador Molly. Shame there isn't a 3rd bedroom as this would be perfect for a larger group. Facilities are moire than adequate throughout the cottage. Dog walking in the village is so handy (across the road and into the massive fields beyond) and there is a useful back garden. In all the property is ideal, although local facilities are few and far between..... The area has lots to offer and the walks from Southrop to EastLeach Turville over the fields and from The Trout Inn to The Riverside Inn at Lechlade are super short and easy picturesque outings. A really enjoyable stay, thank you.

Had a great stay.

Just pointing out that the key in the keybox was actually for the front door, the back door key seems to be jammed in the back door (on the inside), still works ok but obviously doesn't come out. Had a perfect stay, such a lovely cottage and village, won't hesitate to book again.

Only a short trip for us but a real 'Home away from home'.

Well equipped cottage cottage, lovely and warm, very comfy beds. Dogs loved the very secure garden . Highly recommend beautiful. Carterton on Thursday; market day! No street lighting means amazing star-gazing on clear nights. Fantastic walks from the door - so definitely recommend exploring.

Lovely cottage, warm and inviting cottage with everything you need.

A much welcomed location for a relaxing break, would love to come back :)

A beautiful cottage in a lovely location

Swan View is an excellent cottage, is well equipped and spotlessly clean.

We could not have asked for a more relaxed weekend at your cottage.

It was just the location we needed. Loved everything about Southrop.... gorgeous walks, friendly locals and the food at the Swan was top notch!!!

Fantastic location/cottage/comfort/decor.

Highly recommended.

Nice cottage in an ideal location for exploring the Cotswolds.

Swan View is a delightful stone cottage situated in the heart of Southrop.

This is a great location to explore surrounding villages in Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. The cottage is very comfortable with a large kitchen diner and cosy lounge with a wood burner. I would recommend this cottage.

Colourful, cosy, well equipped, warm & relaxing.

Has an amazing wood burning stove for hunkering down for winter weekend of nattering with friend.

Stayed here with my Mum and her dogs for a weekend get together.

It's a lovely property with all the amenities we needed. Great walks on the doorstep.

Lovely clean and comfortable cottage with everything you need, a home from home.

Well equipped, nice garden, good location, well serviced.

We had a very nice stay! Willem Stuiver

Lovely spacious cottage, good garden and plenty of utensils.