Poppy Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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9.6Outstanding
(22 Ratings)
"lovely little cottage, as expected. Beds very comfortable, bathroom a little small but expected for a small country cottage. Could do with a little attention to soft furnishings to give it the real wo..."
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9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(22 Ratings)

Cottage in West Oxfordshire District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this cottage rental

Poppy Cottage sits on a quiet, residential road, with equally pretty and ancient dwellings to either side and across the road, with open countryside on the doorstep. Guests step from the road directly into the living room-dining area where there are hooks for coats and room to leave shoes and boots.

On the ground floor of this immaculate and stylish cottage is a living-dining room, featuring an original fireplace with a wood burning stove, polished limestone floor tiles and comfy seating for four guests. Three steps lead through to a bright and light, fully equipped kitchen, with a back door out to the courtyard patio. On the first floor is the family bathroom and a double bedroom with a king-size bed, and on the second floor is the more spacious master bedroom with a king-size bed and original, exposed A-frame beams.

At the rear of the cottage there is a sunny courtyard with a beautiful acer tree and a dining table with four chairs.
Ground Floor

Living Room-Dining Area:
As you step in through the front door, you'll find hooks for coats and room to leave shoes and boots. Directly ahead is a delightful living room featuring an original fireplace with a wood-burning stove and a window seat just wide enough to perch on. The room is furnished with a 2-seater sofa, armchair, and button-back, velvet day chair with occasional tables to rest a book or drink on. There is a 33" smart TV to one side of the fireplace and a dining table and four chairs to the other side. Set to one side is an alcove with an antique drinks cabinet, with glasses at the ready for guests to pour their favourite tipple.

Kitchen:
From the dining area head up three stone steps and through a latched door into the kitchen - mind your head on the original beam as you step through. This lovely, light room is equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, washer/dryer, fridge with freezer compartment and a butler's sink overlooking the courtyard patio. A door opens from the kitchen out to the courtyard making it super convenient for al fresco dining.

A latched door in the living room opens to carpeted stairs with a handrail that lead up to the first floor where you'll find Bedroom One and the family bathroom. Note that the stairs are steep and unsuitable for guests with restricted mobility.
First Floor

Bedroom One:
This chic bedroom, with minimalist styling, sits at the front of the house, overlooking Chapel Street and the neighbouring ancient rooftops. It features a king-size bed with bedside lights set against a deep charcoal grey wall, a full-length, antique mirror and a double, built-in wardrobe.

Family Bathroom:
The small but stylish bathroom has Fired Earth tiles and Burlington bathroom ware, including a three-quarter-size bath with a shower over the bath, a WC, and a washbasin with a towel rail and a mirror above.
Second Floor

Head through a latched door from the landing and up a carpeted staircase with a handrail to the second floor/converted attic and Bedroom Two.

Bedroom Two:
The striking master bedroom features the attic's original beams, which are painted white, giving this room a beautifully light and spacious feel - made even lighter when the sunshine streams through the Velux windows on either side of the room (all with blinds). The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed on a wooden, sleigh bed frame, with bedside tables and reading lamps, a chest of drawers (not shown) with a mirror and a hanging rail with hangers.Outside

The cottage has a secluded and pretty courtyard garden with a tall acer tree in one corner. The courtyard is at the rear of the property and accessed through the Kitchen. A table and four chairs with cushions are provided for guests, making it a lovely spot for breakfast, lunch or supper. There is a handy, retractable washing line for guests' use and a shed where the BBQ is stored, and muddy boots can be kept.

Amenities at Poppy Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Family friendly

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    Ratings and reviews

    9.6 / 10.0
    Outstanding(22 Ratings)
    8.0 / 10.0
    We had a lovely stay in Poppy Cottage Only suggestions we would make are A kitchen cloth to start us off would have been helpful and some coat hangers in the 1st floor bedroom. The hot water tap in the kitchen did not work The pans were losing their nonstick coating so no good to use.
    10.0 / 10.0
    lovely little cottage, as expected. Beds very comfortable, bathroom a little small but expected for a small country cottage. Could do with a little attention to soft furnishings to give it the real wow factor.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Poppy Cottage is a beautiful cottage in a wonderful village. We stayed here for a week over Christmas and were very happy with our stay. The property had everything we needed and was decorated for Christmas with a tree which was a lovely touch. The village is fantastic, and the local pub is welcoming with a great menu. You are a short drive to train stations, a large super market and around a 30 minute walk or a 5 minute drive into Stow on the Wold with great pubs and independent stores/cafes. We will definitely return!
    10.0 / 10.0
    We were staying in the cottage as we were part of the wedding party for a wedding in the village chuch and reception nearby. The cottage was perfectly located for that and the Fox Inn and Debbie was hugely accommodating over the check out time which was much appreciated. Would recommend for a small group.
    8.0 / 10.0
    A very well situated cottage, nicely furnished, in generally good decorative order, with very comfortable beds and bedding. Generous hot water, easy to use shower, reliable wi fi, and convenient dishwasher. Street parking immediately outside (subject to space being available). A few things stated to be in the cottage weren’t, we couldn’t get the washing machine to work, and the garden table had rotten bits. A few other maintenance issues. The very steep and narrow staircases and low upstairs beams would make this unsuitable for anyone with mobility problems. Otherwise, just a bit of attention would make this an excellent stay.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Poppy cottage is incredibly well situated, handy for Stow and a stone’s throw from The Fox, a lovely pub with a fire and great food. The cottage is well-sized and has everything you could want, including a little courtyard that catches the sun.
    8.0 / 10.0
    Very well appointed cottage with super comfortable beds and luxury bedlinen. The Fox pub in the village is so close by and has really interesting dishes as well as the pub standards. We had a couple of issues in resolving our requests promptly with Bolthole Retreats and some items were unavailable for the welcome pack, however the housekeeper did rectify this. Bedside tables in bedroom 2 would have been useful, and also a few more items for kitchen including salad bowl and more choice of utensils.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Lovely stay in a great house with a great location. Very comfortable beds and kitchen is excellent. A little bit more cutlery would be great. The open fire was very cosy.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this cottage?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Poppy Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this cottage?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Poppy Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet friendly?

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    What amenities are available at Poppy Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

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