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5* Gorgeous Stone Cottage in an Idyllic Picture Postcard Village. Parking/Garden

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • 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.

5* Gorgeous Stone Cottage in an Idyllic Picture Postcard Village. Parking/Garden

Gorgeous 17th Century Cotswold Stone Cottage, in Blockley (a Picture Postcard Village, in the heart of the North Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Historically the Old Coach House to a Manor House, which has been stunningly renovated and restored into what can now only be described as your very own Luxury Escape from the World of hustle and bustle.

The Interior is both Contemporary and Classic, with that real Home from Home English Country Feel to it.

The Cottage has had a complete Interior Makeover, which has been meticulously designed and planned out by the owner (also an Interior Designer) who has owned a couple of other Holiday Properties and is basing the Look and Feel of this little Gem, on many of her own travel experiences and selecting all the best ingredients to make your time at Lanterns as comfortable, relaxed and enjoyable as possible.

The end result is like staying in your very own Private Boutique Hotel -( without the staff or the Restaurant in house ! ) with no other guests accept you and your friends or family to spend your time away with.

Perfectly located right in the heart of the most gorgeous English Countryside (you can't really get much more quintessentially English than this Village, and it is still very much a Lived in Village with just a handful of Holiday Cottages, together with 1 Hotel, a thriving and sought after Pub (within a stones throw from the cottage), a delightful Village Shop and a great little Cafe, offering scurmptions breakfasts / lunches and occassional evening events, if you don't want to cook or travel too far.

Blockley itself is a delight, and used to have 12 Mills back in the day, many of which can still be found, around the Babbling Blockley Brook . (a place to make great memories for Children and Adults alike). There are numerous walks from the gentle near by paths to the fabulous planned routes all across the stunning Cotswold Countryside. (Do bring your Wellingtons / Walking Boots if you can !)

Detached Stone Cottage,
Hand Made / Hand Painted Kitchen with all the main appliances you will need for your stay (Range Oven, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher, Kettle, Toaster, Nespresso Coffee Machine, Fully equipped with most of the items you would probably need for a Home from Home break away, and most equipment available too for any budding cooks out there).

Private Walled Garden with 2 Patio Areas (one lower and one upper to catch the last rays of the evening sun, with a BBQ on upper level too).

Parking for 2 Cars (if more parking needed there is free on street parking nearby).

Walk to Pub (it's just over the road, couldn't get much more handy), Village centre a short walk away, Childrens Play Park just a stones throw away too, beautiful babbling brooks and surrounding countryside to take your breath away all around you.

Blockley is one of the Cotswolds hidden Secrets, away from the busier Tourist Towns, but close enough to visit them all without being in the car for hours.

Chipping Campden - 3 Miles
Broadway - 5 Miles
Moreton in Marsh - 4 Miles
Stow on the Wold - 6 Miles
Daylesford Organic Farm Shop - 9 Miles
Soho Farmhouse and other places are slightly further afield but not too far away (all within around 1/2 hour to an hours drive) you will find Stratford upon Avon, Cheltenham, Oxford, Cotswold Water Park etc

Minimum 3 Night Stay (however, please do enquire for 2 night rate out of season, as this may be possible if not booked back to back)

Arrival anytime from 4pm, can arrange an earlier check in if not booked immediately before your start date. Please plan to vacate the Cottage by 11am on your day of Departure so that there is enough time to prepare it as you found it for the next Guests staying.

Sorry No Pets (due to the high level of furnishings / standard of property).

Lanterns is suitable for Babies, Toddlers and Children alike, and also suitable for anyone needing to avoid stairs / steps, as there is a lovely Bedroom on the Ground Floor Level, with Super King Size Bed (Harrison Pocket Sprung Zip & Link Bed, so this can be made up to Twin 3ft wide beds if preffered) with it's own private Stable Door out to the level Patio Garden Area (en-suite Shower Room too) and Lounge, Kitchen, Dining Area all on this Level Also.
nb: Cot and High Chair available upon request.

Two other Bedrooms and one large Bathroom with Roll Top Double Ended Bath and Seperate Large Shower / Wet Room are located on the First Floor - together with a lovely Snug / Relaxatio Area. Master Bedroom on the First Floor has a Super King Size Harrison Zip & Link Bed (which converts to 2 x 3ft Wide Single Beds if preferred) and the other Bedroom on this Floor is a King Size Harrison Zip & Link Bed (converts to two 2ft t6" Single Beds if preferred). Please do confirm you preference of how you would like the Bedrooms set up when you book.

All Beds are hand made in England by the well known and highly regarded company "Harrison" which hand make each and every bed using traditional methods and Natural Products (such as Angora, Cashmere, Wool, Silk, Cotton etc) All Beds are High Count Pocket Sprung Beds, with Luxurious Quality Bed Linen (all pure cotton or linen) & Down Duvets. Fluffy Bathroom Towels also provided.

Basics - such as Tea, Coffee, Sugar, Milk, Toilet Rolls, Tea Towels, Dishwasher Tablets, Washing Powder etc are provided to start you off. A Welcome Hamper will also be provided for you on Arrival.

Lanterns is Ready to Book now and is available All Year Round.

Please note Prices may vary in Peak Season and when there are key Events in the Area.

Please feel free to ask any questions and I very much look forward to hearing from you. If I can help you with any aspect of your stay, if you have a Special Occassion or a Special Requirement, please just ask. I know the Area well and am happy to advise where I can.


Property manager

Lauren Sinton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Idyllic 5 Luxury Retreat in Heart of the Cotswolds Cottage
Idyllic 5 Luxury Retreat in Heart of the Cotswolds

About the neighborhood

Map
Blockley, England

What's nearby

  • Batsford Arboretum - 3 min drive
  • Cotswold Way - 7 min drive
  • Broadway Tower - 9 min drive
  • Chipping Campden Church of St James - 9 min drive
  • Hidcote Manor Garden - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 10 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Victoria Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blockley Village Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Horse & Groom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Ebrington Arms - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5* Gorgeous Stone Cottage in an Idyllic Picture Postcard Village. Parking/Garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5* Gorgeous Stone Cottage in an Idyllic Picture Postcard Village. Parking/Garden?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at 5* Gorgeous Stone Cottage in an Idyllic Picture Postcard Village. Parking/Garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5* Gorgeous Stone Cottage in an Idyllic Picture Postcard Village. Parking/Garden?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5* Gorgeous Stone Cottage in an Idyllic Picture Postcard Village. Parking/Garden located?

This family-friendly Moreton-in-Marsh cottage is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Church of St. Peter and St. Paul and Batsford Arboretum. Bourton House Garden and Cotswold Falconry Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

5* Gorgeous Stone Cottage in an Idyllic Picture Postcard Village. Parking/Garden Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gayle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
GP
Practically perfect in every way! Would stay at this cottage and in Blockley any time the opportunity arises!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Living my PBS dream
The house and village are truly an idyllic picture postcard. The house is roomy and wonderfully decorated. Blockley is beautifully charming. It's surrounded by peaceful pastures with sheep. The village is very close to Oxford and London. You can definitely hit Blenheim Palace and Bletchly Park if you want to on your trip. There are lots of great nearby restaurants and walks. I highly recommend Blockley over the larger nearby villages.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis L., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect base for your Cotswolds visit
This is a sterling property wonderfully situated in the most perfect village. Impeccably and thoughtfully restored and equipped. Owners have exceptional taste and thought of everything to make renters comfortable. The kitchen is a marvel of organization. Both bedrooms and bathrooms (we used the third to store our luggage) very spacious and luxurious. Blockley is an ideal place to base your stay in the Cotswolds. It is utterly beautiful, and while very well-located and proximate to the places you want to go, it is somehow off the radar and not heavily touristed. So it provides a very authentic experienced of life there. Laurel provided a wealth of very good recommendations for restaurants, services and sightseeing. The house manual is the best we've ever seen! The pub at the end of the small road where the house is set with two others was closed for two weeks while we were there, but otherwise would have been a great 2-minute walk convenience for meals or pints. Local store has everything. Can't imagine a better place to choose for our stay and feel very lucky we found it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Marjo B., Franklin, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay in a village
We enjoyed our stay. Lauren was wonderful to deal with. Kitchen was well supplied. Lauren left us a splendid basket of goodies too! Great division for two couples too! Thank you Lauren! We enjoyed our stay-
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Blockley
The Lanterns was a wonderful house for our family of six. After eating out for 12 straight days, it was a perfect place to cook with a great kitchen and outdoor grill! Lauren, our host was a big help with suggestions of nearby restaurants and grocery stores. She also handled a slight plumbing issue very quickly! The neighbors were very nice as well. We would definitely stay here again and love a return to the Cotswolds!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Very nice stone cottage. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage. Everything superb.
A quiet country cottage in a quaint small village was everything we hoped for. Great host and great home. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a nice home without the tourist crowds but close enough to drive to all the beauty the Cotswold offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a beautiful village
We had a wonderful week in Blockley. The cottage was so comfortable with every amenity we needed. The village was great with an excellent pub, a village shop and a cafe with a terrific chef. There were lovely walks and it was a great location for our day trips out and about.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home in the heart of the Cotswolds and terrific host
The cottage was ideally situated for a Cotswolds vacation, and the village of Blockley was very cute and non-touristy, with a nice pub and cafe. The house was in excellent condition when we arrived, just as it had appeared in photos. Lauren was a terrific host, answering questions right away and providing excellent suggestions for restaurants, walks, etc. In addition to her usual welcome basket (which was excellent, as noted in many other reviews), she left us a bottle of champagne because she knew we were celebrating a birthday. We especially appreciated the easy parking and how well stocked the kitchen was, in addition to the welcoming fireplace and throws in the living room and the heated bathroom and kitchen floors, which made the house extra cozy. The house was really a comfortable place for 4 adults to come home to each day. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany N., St. Louis

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
I’m a picky traveler and this was hands down my favorite Vrbo we have ever rented. The town is adorable with the cutest cafe and I liked that the town wasn’t super busy. The accommodations are high end and felt like a hotel and really thoughtful. Such quaintness with luxury. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Cotswold cottage and village
We recently stayed at Lanterns for four nights.....oh how we wish we could've stayed longer. The cottage was perfect for two couples in their 60s. All the furnishings were beautiful and the beds were so comfortable. We really enjoyed eating at some of the gastropubs in the area. The Cotswolds is my favorite part of England and Lanterns was the perfect getaway to enjoy it. Thank you to Lauren for the wonderful hospitality.....we really appreciated the welcome basket and all the amenities of the property. We'll definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dori A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cotswalds
The property in Blockley was quite nice. Location was perfect for short walks to the pub and the Blockley Cafe. Beds, bathrooms kitchen and lounge area are perfect for living spaces… we had an issue with the heating, but used the wood stove to keep us cozy warm.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home in classic Cotswolds village
Very comfortable. It delivered on all the wonderful things of staying in someone’s home. And the host was available and ready with suggestions and advice about the local area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecile P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy comfort
Visiting Cotwold’s for 6 days, split between lodgings. This stone cottage provided the perfect setting and was very accommodating for 5 people, perhaps best stocked kitchens of all rentals, ever. Dual-facing wood stove provided nice touch for dinner and sitting room. Recommend Cotswold Baking Shop if interested in afternoon baking lessons. Thanks to the hosts for providing an extremely welcoming place to relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect Cotswold cottage
What a picturesque property. Spacious and comfortable, beautifully appointed both inside and out. I can honestly say that the photos do not do it justice. The beds, pillows and the other furniture were all very comfortable. Better than may hotels. The outside space was a welcome respite for drinks and a snack after a day of touring the Cotswolds. The host Lauren was wonderful. Prior to our arrival, she provided a comprehensive list of places to visits as well as places to eat. The welcome basket was over the top and the kitchen was generously stocked as well. We would visit this property again, without question.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful experience, beautiful well equipped home in a friendly village!
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick V., San Rafael, California, U.S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful home in wonderful Blockley
Lanterns is a truly beautiful home right in the heart of Blockley (which is a tiny little town but features a shop and cafe and pub and a great playground and central location). The rooms are spacious and wonderfully furnished, the kitchen is well equipped - really a five star place. The host provided excellent restaurant recommendations and was a pleasure to communicate with. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H., Aquinnah

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific Cotswolds spot
We had a fabulous long weekend stay at "The Lanterns" - from the overflowing welcome basket/provisions to immaculate and spacious accommodations (including a well equipped kitchen and very comfortable beds!) it was just ideal. The location is a perfect location for touring several Cotswolds towns. Lauren kindly provided an early arrival, and her good suggestions on pubs/shopping, etc made everything work seamlessly. The proximity of a good pub out the front door proved very handy, and Blockley has a great little general store. The walking trails out the back of the cottage were an extra bonus. We were super-impressed all around and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just lovely
Beautiful, cosy house which is particularly well appointed. Definitely highly recommend Host is super.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and property
Charming cottage in a lovely village. Wonderfully relaxing would highly recommend. Lauren is very responsive and gave us excellent suggestions to explore the Cotswalds.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage and Great Location
Great communication from owner, a lovely cottage in a great location. Beautiful ‘Cotswold’ places to visit, all close by. Do as little or as much as you want. A group of 6 mature ladies had our annual get together and we loved every minute of our stay. Go to the Brockley Cafe, great good and staff, you can BYO for £10 corkage. Thank you Lauren for letting us stay in Lanterns.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful 3 night break for a relaxed girls trip
Lanterns is a beautiful property situated in a quaint village, with lovely modern upgrades alongside the cottage's original features. It was a lovely space to stay for our group of 6, with very comfortable beds and gorgeous, hotel standard bathrooms. We particularly enjoyed the rain showers. The kitchen was very well equipped and clean. Lauren, our host, was very helpful when we could not seem to get the oven working and when we left behind a few items. She also sent some very helpful recommendations ahead of our stay for local things to do and places to eat, which we followed and found to be excellent. We would highly recommend a stay at Lanterns - you won't regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay
We had an enjoyable stay at the cottage. Although the weather became quite hot the interior stayed nice and cool so we had no trouble sleeping on the comfortable beds. The house is in a great location, opposite the local pub and not far from the A44 for getting around.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blockley stay
Great area with amazing host! We had everything we needed and the location was super convenient to other towns. The only negative of our entire stay was the washer/dryer situation and not being able to easily do laundry with children on the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jubilee Cotswolds Break
A beautiful cottage, which is very well equipped. The cottage was very comfortable and clean and the location was perfect for us in the pretty village of Blockley. Beds are very comfortable and the bathrooms are excellent. The garden has a number of seating areas which are useful. We made use of the Great Western Arms (50 yards away) and the village cafe and both were excellent. Owner is very helpful and provided really good information and recommendations and also provided a lovely hamper that was ready for us on arrival. We would certainly like to use this cottage again and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022