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Rissington Hill House

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rissington Hill House

Rissington Hill House holds a wonderful location in the very heart of the Cotswolds, close to a variety of picture-postcard villages with caramel-coloured stone cottages, winding lanes and ancient pubs. Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water and Burford are all within a fifteen-minute drive making this the perfect option for those looking to truly explore the area.

Set on a secluded farming estate on the edge of the village of Great Rissington, the house offers guests privacy and tranquillity, while a huge selection of excellent amenities and attractions are within easy reaching distance. The accommodation is spread between the impressive manor house and the rustic stables, both have been recently renovated and today seamlessly combine their original charm and character with upgraded, luxurious interiors. In the main house there is plenty of room for the whole group to come together and socialise with a number of entertaining rooms including a large drawing room, sitting room, a formal dining room as well as a fully-equipped kitchen with all the tools guests could possibly need to whip up a delicious meal. On the first floor are the first of the bedrooms, a double room and a single. Upstairs are the remaining four bedrooms, three with king-size beds and one twin, each boasts en-suite facilities.

Outside, the large grounds are beautifully maintained with large lawns ideal for games or for children to explore. There are numerous seating areas, ideal for relaxing with a refreshing beverage after action-packed days spent exploring the fabulous Cotswolds.

Features:

Rissington Hill House

Ground Floor
- Lounge
- Library
- Formal dining room with seating for 14
- Fully-equipped kitchen and breakfast dining facilities
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with single bed
- Family shower room

First Floor
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with king-size bed or twin single beds and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with king-size bed or twin single beds, additional sofa bed and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath

Exterior Grounds
- Large lawns
- Numerous seating areas
- Countryside views
- Use of tennis court

Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Board games
- Plenty of parking

Location:

Rissington Hill House is situated in between some of the most iconic Cotswold towns and villages, Stow-on-the-Wold, Burford and Bourton-on-the-Water are all easily reachable in less than 15-minutes. The closest pub, The Lamb Inn, can be reached on foot, while further helpful amenities can be found just minutes away in surrounding villages. The famous Daylesford Organic Farm with its award-winning farm shop is 20-minutes away while uber-cool Soho Farmhouse is just 40-minutes away.

There are plenty of things for the whole family to see, do an explore in the surrounding area. Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park with its variety of rare breeds and with an adventure playground, farm safari, maze and jumping pillows, it is a must-visit for those travelling with children and is just 20-minutes away. Bourton-on-the-Water, just 15-minutes away, is home to a selection of excellent attractions including, The Model Village, Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection and Birdland Park & Gardens, home to Flamingos, Pelicans, Penguins!

A wide variety of historic properties are within 40-minutes of Rissington Hill House, including:  Chastleton House & Gardens, Broadway Tower, Snowshill Manor & Gardens, Hidcote Manor Gardens, Sudeley Castle & Gardens and Blenheim Palace. The medieval market town of Stratford-upon-Avon internationally famed for being the birthplace of Shakespeare, is less than a 50-minute drive away making it an ideal choice for a fantastic day out. For those that enjoy a little hustle and bustle, Oxford is 45-minutes away, while Cheltenham and Cirencester are both less than 40-minutes away. For the shopaholics, Bicester Village, home to a huge variety of designer brands, is a 50-minute drive away.

Terms & Conditions:

Security deposit?
3pm

Energy costs included?
Yes, included in the rental price

Linen & towels included?
Yes, included in the rental price

Internet access?
Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price

Changeover day?
Friday or Monday

Minimum stay?
Please note that there is a 3-night minimum stay, this may be increased across peak dates

Pets welcome?
No pets

Smoking Allowed?
No smoking

Other Ts and Cs?
External caterers are not permitted without the homeowners prior consent. The owners can recommend their own chef, please just enquire for further information.
Smoking - not allowed

Property manager

Oliver's Travels

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

3131012

About the neighborhood

Map
Great Rissington

What's nearby

  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • The Model Village - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 18 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Cotswold Wildlife Park - 20 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Kingham Station - 15 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hare - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Cotswold Arms - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Mousetrap Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rissington Hill House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rissington Hill House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rissington Hill House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rissington Hill House located?

Situated in Cheltenham, this villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Dragonfly Maze, Birdland Park and Gardens, and The Model Village. Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and Cotswold Motoring Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Rissington Hill House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

1 external review