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Stylish pet friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Smuggsbarn Cottage

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Stylish pet friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Smuggsbarn Cottage

Smuggsbarn Cottage is a beautifully styled Grade II listed Cotswold holiday cottage which sleeps 6+2 guests, in three comfortable bedrooms, with the +2 option being a double sofa bed in the snug, with two contemporary bathrooms. This cottage has been tastefully renovated to blend the charming late 18th century original features of the English beech wooden beams and striking Cotswold stone inglenook fireplace, with modern decor and amenities. With ample living space downstairs, including the cosy snug and abundant storage in both the kitchen and the boot room, Smuggsbarn Cottage is a real home away from home with plenty of space for the whole group to relax. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, down to a dog showering area for those muddy walks, creating a wonderful property for groups to escape to the country with your four legged friend!

Accommodation
This three bedroom holiday cottage in Chedworth is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting room
Original beechwood beams, inglenook stone fireplace with wood burner, two-seater sofa, three-seater sofa, armchair, desk area with chair, and Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only)

Snug (Sleeps +2)
Double sofa bed (available on request), decorative fireplace, Wii games console and Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only)

Kitchen/dining room
Kettle, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, Rangemaster electric oven, electric induction hob and dining table seating eight

Family bathroom
Bath with shower attachment, loo and basin

Boot room
Bench with storage, coat hooks, iron, ironing board, clothes airer, washing machine/tumble dryer, freezer and dog showering station
Can be accessed directly via the side gate

First Floor

Principal bedroom (Sleeps 2)
Super king size bed, half-height cupboard, built-in wardrobe, armchair, hairdryer and window seat with views of the front garden
This bedroom can either be accessed via steep stone stairs directly from the sitting room or via a door from bedroom 2

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Two single beds (can be super king size bed on request), chest of drawers, hanging rail, mirror, decorative feature fireplace, armchair, hairdryer and window seat with views of the front garden

Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, freestanding wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table with mirror, hairdryer and armchair

Shower room
Shower, loo and basin

Outside
Fully enclosed back garden with patio, outdoor table seating six, two chairs, bench, steps down to lawn area and charcoal BBQ (available April to September)
Fully enclosed front garden with bench

The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 8 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 3 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic)
Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars, additional parking is available at the village hall a short walk away
1 travel cot, 1 highchair, 1 toddler Tripp Trapp chair and 2 stair gates are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided) 
2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
Strong WiFi (Download speed 100 Mbps/Upload speed 50 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception varies depending on provider
2 Smart TVs with Netflix (guests to use their own login details)
Enclosed garden
Charcoal BBQ, April to September only (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Oil fired central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove from October to April only 
Smuggsbarn Cottage is a period property with sloping ceilings, low beams in places and steps between rooms
Please note that the principal bedroom can be accessed directly from the sitting room, with no door separating the spaces (these stairs are especially steep, though a bannister on one side is provided)
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property

Things to Note...
Hen and Stag parties are not permitted, though other same sex groups can enquire
Events are not permitted without prior consent
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00
Please be aware that there are 3 CCTV cameras at the property (these do not point inside the house, however they do cover the garden)
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted

Property manager

StayCotswold

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,679 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

625619

About the neighborhood

Map
Chedworth, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Cerney House Gardens - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Chedworth Roman Villa - 11 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Cirencester Church - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Arlington Row - 15 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 22 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sherborne Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Teatro Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Stump - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Prison - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stratton House Hotel - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stylish pet friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Smuggsbarn Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stylish pet friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Smuggsbarn Cottage?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish pet friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Smuggsbarn Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stylish pet friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Smuggsbarn Cottage located?

Situated in Cheltenham, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Chedworth Roman Villa and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cerney House Gardens and Cotswold Countryside Collection. Arlington Row and Cirencester Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Stylish pet friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Smuggsbarn Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Lovely stay in great location for visiting the Cotswolds
Cottage in handy location for visiting lots of places and doing dog walks. Few minor points they could address - no coffee pods on arrival as promised, middle blind in main bedroom didn't close so very bright first thing in the morning, beds in room 2 not put together as requested, dog poop in garden left from previous visitors, dustbin lorry arrived on Thursday morning (notes said Tuesday).

10/10 Excellent

richard h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home for your Cotswolds visit
I am originally from Chedworth, so it’s worth noting that I knew where I would be staying. We loved the house for our week long stay. It worked really well for a family of four, the WiFi was excellent, two guest rooms helped for the kids and they also had the garden to play in. It’s also very close to the village hall and their playing fields. We will stay here again on our next trip…
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Comfortable, characterful and well-situated.
Comfortable, characterful and well situated for visiting all parts of the Cotswolds. Well equipped and dog friendly.
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10/10 Excellent

tracey m.

Short summer break
We stayed at Smuggs Barn Cottage for a week and had a fantastic time. Very peaceful location, while still within 15/20 min drive to local town. Did not get a chance to try the local pubs but visited local villages / towns. Very beautiful part of England.
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10/10 Excellent

Family Stay
We stayed for one week in Smuggdbarn Cottage with our kids and our dog. The Cottage is very well prepared for traveling with a dog, especially with an own dog shower and gates at the stairs that prevents the dog from going in the upper floors. The living rooms are really nice with all you need for quite evenings or games for the kids. We really loved to stay at the cottage and we. An fully recommend Smuggsbarn Cottage.
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8/10 Good

A few things need dealing with
Very clean,for me it lacked coziness. There was an issue in upstairs bathroom that could be an accident waiting to happen.There was also a sewage smell in boot room that seaped through. We had to block of the plug holes to cut down on odour.
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10/10 Excellent

Nh C.

Autumn stay in the Cotswolds
Smuggs Barn Cottage was a good flexible option for us to stay with our adult daughters and dogs. It was great to have an additional potential space downstairs with a bed settee, although some might find it disconcerting that there is no specific door to the upstairs bedroom accessible directly from the sitting room. The kitchen is spacious and a great base. We found it very helpful to have stair gates at the foot of each of the staircases. We were surprised to find that there weren't any baking sheets provided - just a few (nice but not particularly large) ovenproof dishes. For chips a baking sheet is much easier to use! The most irritating thing about the house was that the downstairs toilet only fully flushed itermittently - we did get used to it, but it was a bit annoying. The garden is large and there are some good walks direct from the door. We decided to take a trip out to Bourton on the Water on the Saturday which was a huge mistake - it was absolutely jam packed with people, so we didn't stop! Aside from rush hour trains I don't think I've seen so many people milling around. Chedworth is a good location for touring around the area.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely Cotswold cottage stay
Smuggsbarn cottage is in a beautiful village and very well placed for visiting all the area has to offer. We were a family of 5 adults, a 15 mth old baby and a dog and there was plenty of room for all of us. The cottage is a good size; comfortable and cosy. The kitchen was very well equipped and there were some nice touches in the cottage such as the boot room with a dog shower. We loved having the Wii for some family fun in the evenings. We liked the quirky staircase from living room to bedroom 1 although not necessarily suitable for anyone with mobility issues. The garden was lovely and it was a shame we couldn’t enjoy it due to rain most of our stay but then we did visit in late September. Booking was easy and communication ahead of our visit was efficient and informative. We had a slight issue with leaking in the boot room on arrival but this was due to torrential rain and it is an old building. We reported it to the managing agents who were quick to respond. It didn’t occur again during our stay. There are some lovely walks from the cottage and some nice places to eat within a short drive. It’s a shame the local pub had shut down as it would have been nice to be able to walk somewhere to eat but we understand there are plans for this to be reopened in the future. We very much enjoyed our stay at Smuggsbarn and would happily return.