Fairlie - Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, England

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Price range from £600 to £1300 per week
Number of units of accommodation: 1
Sleeps from 6 to 8 people in 4 bedrooms 
Number of bathrooms: 2 
Short Breaks: Yes - The minimum number of days for a short break is 2
Suitable for the disabled:   -
Children are welcome:  
Pet Friendly:  

Charming Period stone cottage located on the banks of the River Windrush in the centre of the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'. Delightfully furnished rooms which are light and spacious, many of which overlook the River. Garden and Parking for 3 cars. Short breaks (in low season) and pets welcome.

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01959 569096 or n/a
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http://www.prestigeholidaycottages.co.uk
Payment Options: cheque, bank transfer, credit card
Contact: Ms. Rachael Duhig
Parking Bath
Television Indoor Hot Tub
Sky Television Outdoor Hot Tub
Video or DVD Shower
Microwave Power Shower
Dishwasher Open Fire
Ensuite Bathroom Wood Stove
Central heating Laundry facilities
Games Room Swimming Pool
Garden Tennis Court
Freezer Jacuzzi Bath
Balcony/Patio Coffee Maker
Sauna Internet
Air conditioning
Linen
Towels provided Bed linen provided

Fairlie - Bourton-on-the-Water,

A charming period stone property situated in the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' - Bourton-on-the-Water. The cottage is located on the banks of the River Windrush, in the heart of the village. This delightful cottage boasts a wealth of character and benefits from generously proportioned rooms all beautifully furnished. Period features within the property include stone mullion leaded windows, fireplaces and original stone flagstones in the hall.

The ground floor contains a kitchen/dining room, two reception rooms and a shower/cloakroom. The first floor incorporates 3 bedrooms: 2 double and one twin, along with the family bathroom. The large kitchen / dining room has a range of fitted units and an extensive range of appliances - including dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, oven and hob. The room features a large oak refectory dining table with seating for eight, mullion windows and a feature fireplace with electric fire. The sitting room overlooks the River Windrush and features a period stone fireplace incorporating an electric stove along with designer sofas surrounded by oak furniture. There is also a large TV and DVD. The second reception room also benefits from views of the River, and contains a period stone fireplace with electric fire, a sofa bed, a music system and antique furniture.

Upstairs on the first floor, the two double bedrooms benefit from views of the River. Each room has a feature fireplace, a traditional four poster bed, and they contain a range of traditional oak furniture along with a television. In addition, the twin bedroom features a Victorian fireplace and stone mullion windows along with fitted wardrobes. The family bathroom compromises of a modern sanitaryware. Outside there is a courtyard garden surrounded by Cotswold stone walls . There is also a wash room with Washing Machine and Tumble Dryer, a detached garage, and off street parking for one/two cars.

Pets are welcome for an additional £20 each per week.

Please visit http://www.prestigeholidaycottages.co.uk to find out more about the holiday cottage, amenities, surrounding area and places to visit in Gloucestershire.

Changeover Day: Flexible

Check availability and prices on the cottage web site http://www.prestigeholidaycottages.co.uk

Stratford upon Avon, Chipping Campden, Broadway, The Slaughters, Westonbirt Arboretum, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Blenheim Palace, Birdland, Motor Museum, Model Village.

Travel: Moreton-in-Marsh Station / Birmingham Airport

Good places to visit: Stratford upon Avon

Annual Events: Cheltenham Racing Festival, March

Good places to eat: Many tea shops and restaurants within 1 minute walk

Local Sports: walking

Bourton-on-the-Water

Bourton-on-the-Water

A charming name for a charming Cotswold town, Bourton-on-the-Water has a high street and famous shallow river traversed by low bridges in the centre of town - a scene frequently reporoduced on postcards. 

The model village in Bourton-on-the-Water  was established in 1937 and is still the only model village in the country that represents a real village.

People who enjoy viewing ancient buildings might wish to pop into the parish Church of St Lawrence, this has a 12th century crypt from the original Norman building.  Church graveyards also tell a story about the history of the town and its inhabitants.

Places to visit in Bourton-on-the-Water: 

Cotswold Motoring Museum and Toy Collection, Bourton-on-the-Water (01451 821255)

The museum houses a grand collection of cars, motorcycles and pedal cars. Part of the Museum is dedicated to a toy collection which is interesting for children of all ages. The Museum is also home to BRUM, the cheeky little yellow car from the BBC television children's programme. 

Bourton-on-the-Water Model Village, Bourton-on-the-Water (01451 820467)

Hours to Visit the Model Village

  • Summer - 9 am-5:45pm
  • Winter - 10 am-3:45pm.

This model village is Bourton-on-the-Water but built to a 1/9th scale! The model is so accurate that it diligently represents the river, bridges and churches in genuine Cotswold stone - and  an even includes its own model village!

 Birdland, Bourton-on-the-Water (01451 820480)

Thios bird park is open daily 10am-4pm (summer months  until 6pm). The park extends over seven acres including woodland, ponds and rivers and is home to some of the world's most exotic and rare birds. The River Windrush flows through the parkland creating a natural habitat for flamingos, pelicans, storks as well as plenty indigenous waterfowl.