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Butterrow Gate

Stroud, Gloucestershire (Ref. 1091332)

4.8★

Manor Cottages rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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79 Customer Review(s)

  • Susanna

    “This property was very disappointing as there was a lack of basic facilities, such as clothes horse (there was a washing machine), a tin opener that worked, dustpan and brush and basic microwave oven.”

    It should not be assumed that everyone knows how to use an induction cooker. A set of do's and dont's ought to be provided. eg cleaning of the top should be done using a cloth dampened with a little CLEAR water only, otherwise the top will not "induct". Incidentally, the drying function on the washing machine does not work. It does wash and spin, but the use of the drying function prompted a message saying something like "maintenance required". Also I do feel that the proprietor should make a ...

    It should not be assumed that everyone knows how to use an induction cooker. A set of do's and dont's ought to be provided. eg cleaning of the top should be done using a cloth dampened with a little CLEAR water only, otherwise the top will not "induct". Incidentally, the drying function on the washing machine does not work. It does wash and spin, but the use of the drying function prompted a message saying something like "maintenance required". Also I do feel that the proprietor should make a point of speaking to guests IN PERSON, preferably when they first arrive and ouline what I have called "Do's and Dont's" at that time. Do not assume that everyone is familiar with the technology provided. On the plus side, the owner did respond to our calls, visiting the property on the same day. However, her intervention had mixed results. After her departure we found that the television worked, but the sound had gone, and no amount of efforts by ourselves would restore it. The beds were warm and comfortable.

    - Susanna, October 2024

    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you were disappointed. The owner advises that they do provide a clothes horse, a working tin opener and a dust pan/brush. Appliance instructions are in the welcome folder. We are sorry that you did not find these. Please do check the property listing for larger amenities provided in a property. We are pleased that the owner was able to visit in order to help you. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner

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Summary

  • 1 bedrooms: 1 x Double Bed,
  • 1 x Bathroom with: Hand Basin, Wc, Towel Rail, Shower
  • 1 x Living Dining
  • 1 x Kitchen
  • 1 x Utilities
  • Butterrow Gate was featured in the Telegraph's Top 50 Best Cottages in the UK and featured in the Top 10 Cosy Cottages for 2!
  • The cottage retains many character features including stone mullion windows, exposed Cotswold stone walls, flagstone flooring and a Cotswold stone fireplace with a woodburning stove
  • Facilities include Wi-Fi, freesat TV with DVD player, gas central heating with underfloor heating. Well equiped kitchen with electric oven with 4-ring induction hob, fridge with small freezer compartment, dishwasher, cafetiere, kettle and toaster. Washing machine located in entrance hall
  • Electricity and gas included in rent. An initial basket of logs is provided for the woodburning stove from September to April (further supplies can be purchased locally), outside these dates guests are welcome to purchase their own. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Patio, courtyard garden with furniture and chiminea (summer only)
  • One dedicated parking space available
  • Sorry, no smoking and children under 8 not permitted
  • Shop 0.9 miles, variety of pubs 0.5 miles

The property

Butterrow Gate is an eye-catching property which sleeps two guests, in one lovely bedroom, with a ground floor bathroom.

This unique Grade II listed property was constructed in 1825 as the toll house to service the turnpike road linking Stroud to Cirencester, and is one of the few toll houses in the UK to still have the original wooden toll charges board fixed to the front of the building. An early example of Gothic architectural revival built from Cotswold stone, Butterrow Gate retains many character features including stone mullion windows, exposed Cotswold stone walls, flagstone flooring and a Cotswold stone fireplace with a woodburning stove.

Modern facilities such as wireless internet access, a Freesat TV with DVD player, and underfloor heating complement the traditional features, and there is an elevated patio garden with stunning views. The front door leads to an entrance hall which contains the washing machine and is a useful speace to store coats and muddy boots.

Located off the entrance hall is the bathroom with a walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail. On the grround floor is the living/dining room containing the sofa, armchair, a drop down wooden leaf table with two chairs and a Cotswold stone fire place with wood burning stove. Completing the ground floor is a small but well-designed kitchen. Stairs lead up from the living/dining room straight into the master double bedroom with an abundance of character features including original elm floorboards, exposed Cotswold stone walls and stone mullion windows, this room has panoramic views of Stroud and the beautiful countryside.

The stable door from the bedroom leads out to the enclosed patio garden, the patio has a small glass walkway, three stone steps lead up to a terrace with spectabcular views of Stroud and the fields beyond.

Butterrow Gate is located on the outskirts of the bustling market town of Stroud, famed for its independent shops, galleries and cafes.

Stroud hosts an award-winning Farmers' Market every Saturday, and there is an organic farm shop just a short drive from the property.

The town has a wide range of restaurants and pubs, the closest to Butterrow Gate being The Prince Albert Inn which is dog friendly and often has live music nights. Surrounded by the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with a variety of walks from the front door including onto the national trust 'Rodborough common, which has spectacular views across Woodchester Valley and to the River Seven on a clear day.

The River Frome flows through Stroud itself and has a pleasant towpath which follows the course of the river, passing by the Stroud Brewery, just a half hour stroll from the property.

Stroud is well placed for visiting the many historic towns of the South Cotswolds, including Painswick, Nailsworth, Minchinhampton and Cirencester.

Further afield destinations such as Bath, Cheltenham and Oxford are within easy reach for day trips.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

STROUD

Gloucester 9.5 miles; Cirencester 13 miles.

The town of Stroud is known as the less commercial corner of the Cotswolds, a somewhat bohemian collection of buildings, squares and lanes, tucked into the green hills which once housed countless sheep during the town’s time as the centre of the Cotswold’s woollen industry. Today, Stroud welcomes visitors to its friendly cafes, quaint bookshops, independent shops and tempting eateries. Described by Jasper Conran as the ‘Covent Garden of the Cotswolds’, Stroud has a regular farmers' market, year-round programmes of music and theatre, a thriving arts scene and a state-of-the-art cinema. For simply relaxing, Stratford Park on the edge of town offers lakeside walks, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a museum. Head out of town to explore the five sweeping valleys which surround it, with country lanes just made for walking or cycling.

Note: Logs for the woodburning stove are provided between September and April; outside of these months guests are welcome to purchase their own.

Note: Children under the age of 8 are not permitted.

Note: One small dog at additional cost of £25 per stay.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter