Combe Cottage

4.7★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

17 Customer Review(s)

Isabel
February 2025

“It was a treat to stay at Combe Cottage; It's characterful with a real feeling of history, complemented by beautiful décor and proper solid furniture, but it has plenty of modern comforts.”

The small kitchen is well equipped with an efficient induction hob. The multi-fuel burner gave added warmth and cosiness to the living room. The house is close to the A419, but we could only hear traffic from the kitchen and the eaves bedroom, and it wasn’t a big issue. Its location, in fact, is a boon: from the bottom of the road are regular buses into Stroud – a short journey and contactless payment – and Cirencester. We walked the couple of miles into Stroud along the canal - ...

The small kitchen is well equipped with an efficient induction hob. The multi-fuel burner gave added warmth and cosiness to the living room. The house is close to the A419, but we could only hear traffic from the kitchen and the eaves bedroom, and it wasn’t a big issue. Its location, in fact, is a boon: from the bottom of the road are regular buses into Stroud – a short journey and contactless payment – and Cirencester. We walked the couple of miles into Stroud along the canal - scenic, historic, and with kingfishers! - and caught the bus back. We appreciated being able to walk to local amenities on pavement, i.e. no leaping into hedges to avoid being mown down by cars. The Ship Inn, a lovely pub with excellent food, is just a few minutes’ walk, and just half a mile away is the very popular Stroud Brewery taproom, offering a wide choice of delicious ales, and lots of food options. Just to nitpick, I didn’t like the plastic lawn; they’re not good for the environment. But aside from this quibble, we would be very happy to stay here again.

- Isabel, February 2025

Thank you for your very kind review I agree about the small artificial lawn but as I do not live nearby I had it laid as I could find nobody interested in cutting very small lawn on a regular basis . Property Owner
Martin October 2024

“The cottage was in need of a refurbish.”

The bed and the sofa were very comfortable. The stairs were VERY steep and would cause a problem for the elderly or infirm. The maintenance of the cottage requires improving, i.e. drawers not closing properly, handle fallen off drawer, extractor fan not working, doors sticking.

- Martin, October 2024
Lynne September 2024

“We have stayed here before and it is a super cottage.”

The stairs are steep, as described, and the whole cottage is quirky, but comfortable and clean and very centrally placed. Our only problem has been the TVs. We really could do with idiot proof instructions for them - they are very up to date compared to ours at home. We did manage to get some freesat channels on the TV in the lounge but with no Netfix accounts or similar generally they were beyond us. However, we did not worry too much about the lack of TV!!

- Lynne, September 2024
Jane September 2024

“The property was lovely storage was the main issue.”

I contacted the owner directly With some suggestions to improve this. There was a slight issue with the shower, but the owner was straight on it and had an engineer out the same day excellent service

- Jane, September 2024
Nicola September 2024

“Lovely character full cottage.”

Well equipped, in a good spot for touring the Cotswolds and canal walking.

- Nicola, September 2024
Brian June 2024

“Very pleasant stay.”

Cottage very clean and well maintained. Good base for exploring the cotswolds. Neighbour very friendly and helpful. Stairs could be a little challenging for older people. Rope handrail fixing becoming loose and needs attention.

- Brian, June 2024

Thank you for your kind review I will have the rope handrail looked at Property Owner
Greta June 2024

“The property was just as advertised.”

We felt privileged to have stayed in such an old and lovely quirky home. Yes there is some noise from the road at the back but it was soon forgotten whilst sitting on decking surrounded by vines. Great for our dog.

- Greta, June 2024

Thank you for your very kind review Property Owner
Kelly April 2024

“Great cottage, we would recommend to anyone who has read the info in the listing and enjoys this style of cottage.”

It is well located for seeing the local area either by car or walking, and what a wonderful part of the country it is. My thanks to the owner who I found to be most helpful.

- Kelly, April 2024
Angela November 2023

“Combe cottage is a delightful property in a convenient situation for exploring the countryside in the area.”

There is a bus stop close by covering several useful bus routes. The nearby pub provides good food at weekends. There is a useful local store nearby too. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking equipment and crockery and the heating was efficient. We bought kindling and fuel from the local store and treated ourselves to a real fire on several evenings too.

- Angela, November 2023

Thank you for your kind review Property Owner
Mark September 2023

“A lovely cottage, ideal for visiting the cotswold attractions”

- Mark, September 2023

Thank you for your kind review Property Owner
Lynne September 2023

“Very nice cottage, comfortable and quirky.”

We were warned about uneven floors and steep stairs beforehand and being in our 60s and 70s we took care and had no problems. Excellent position, close to all the places we wanted to visit and revisit. We managed to figure out the posh TV in the lounge but could have done with instructions for the other TVs. However, being tired after a busy day, it did not matter! We were able to eat outside in the garden a couple of evenings, lovely spot and lovely garden. We were very impressed to see lots of grapes coming on the vines as we watched the sun set over the valley.

- Lynne, September 2023

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Dennis March 2023

“A warm and comfortable cottage in a very good location for exploring the South Cotswolds and especially the Thames and Severn Canal.”

Gloucester and Cirencester are within easy reach.

- Dennis, March 2023

Thank you for your kind review Property Owner
David September 2021

“The cottage literature folder needs to be updated.”

There are 2 showers within the cubicle. One electric and the other a mixer valve shower. As the electric shower was not working, we attempted to use the mixer valve shower. The water was almost scolding. On contacting the owner, we were instructed to use the electric shower (which wasn't working). We established that this had tripped out at the contact breaker in the electrical cupboard, which we then rectified. However, the shower circuit breaker tripped out several times if there were any other electrical items in use at the same time.

- David, September 2021

Many thanks for your feedback. We have checked the showers and found them both in working order. The shower is on its own circuit breaker and tripped during your stay. We provide instructions of how to use the shower that are shown in the information binder. The power shower is set at an ambient temperature of 33C. Property Owner
Ruth September 2021

“Combe Cottage is clean, well equipped and comfortably furnished.”

The garden provides an ideal spot to relax on warm evenings and there is off street parking. Sloping floors and the internal stair, which is said to be very steep, as well as external steps to the front of the property may present difficulties for those with any kind of mobility problems or young children.

- Ruth, September 2021

Thank you for your kind review Property Owner
Rebecca October 2020

“We had a lovely time at Combe Cottage.”

It is full of character, warm and cosy. Just to deal quickly with one (rather silly IMO) criticism that some others have made - It is true that the stairs are very steep, and some floors a little bit uneven, but this is an ancient Cotswold stone cottage and that is all part of the charm for me. It isn't one of those houses which has been rendered characterless. Immaculately clean and a lovely modern bathroom and kitchen. The wifi worked really well and the smart TV has netflix etc. The heating was great as was the little solid fuel stove - both important as we visited in November. Very quiet inside the cottage. The cottage is raised up behind the London Road (not right on the road) which leads into Stroud in one direction and Cirencester in the other, so there is some road noise from the garden, but you cannot hear that at all inside and it makes getting to everywhere you want to go to very easy. And in the evenings and at weekends there isn't much at all anyway. Getting in and out of a property easily is not always a given round here where you can be in really narrow little roads and find your car blocked in when you try to leave - I know this as I'm from the area. Having the parking space outside the cottage and the easy access to the London road was actually a plus. Walk up behind the house straight into the lovely villages of Thrupp and Chalford. There is a shop just round the corner. Supermarkets nearby - a five minute drive. Walk down the hill to walk along the canal which is a great walk in either direction and a five minute drive in pretty much any direction takes you to all the beautiful places around Stroud where you can walk for miles and enjoy the amazing views. Stroud is a lively town, full of great coffee shops and interesting independent shops. Cirencester is lovely. I cannot enumerate all the lovely villages and great country pubs serving good food, but they are all around Stroud. The valleys and hills of Stroud are some of the loveliest in the country. The cottage was so easy to live in, Andy the owner responded immediately to any queries, was really kind and flexible - and let us bring our dogs who also loved it. We will definitely visit again.

- Rebecca, October 2020

Thank you for your kind regards Property Owner
Paul October 2020

“Really lovely quaint cottage.”

There were only three of us so even though it is small, it was big enough. The walks in the areas are lovely and we found numerous pubs and cafe's which were very good and not far from the cottage (I would recommend the Ram in Bussage)

- Paul, October 2020

Thank you for your kind review Property Owner
Sam August 2020

“Combe Cottage was an absolute delight, the pictures don’t do it justice.”

Spotlessly clean and the owners had provided little thoughtful extras. It had everything you would need. Lovely little break.

- Sam, August 2020

Thank you for your kind review Property Owner

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Summary

Three floors: 1 x first-floor king, 1 x second-floor family room with double bed and two single beds
First-floor shower room with walk-in shower basin and WC
Kitchen
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, 2 x TVs with Freeview and Netflix, WiFi
Google Home Mini
Power inc. in rent
Travel cot and stair gate available
Hotel quality bed linen inc in rent
Private parking for 1 car
Property does not provide bath towels.Unlimited parking on the lane
garden and patio area with seating
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Please note: Very steep stairs in property, uneven floors and low ceilings
Please note: There are two steps from the drive to the property and three steps from the property to the back garden
Please note: This property allows one well-behaved dog, for information on additional pets, please contact us directly
Please ensure dogs are not left alone in the property for extended periods.

The property

Stroud 2.2 miles.

This quaint, semi-detached stone cottage rests in a rural location, close to the market town of Stroud.

Dating back 400 years, the property boasts many period features, such as the exposed stonework and ceiling beams, in combination with some more modern touches to form a quality accommodation for families and couples.

Set over three floors, the property has its own private parking, the ground floor occupies a well-equipped kitchen and a snug sitting room with dining area where all can gather during mealtimes.

Head up to the first floor to discover a comforting king bedroom, serviced by a well-presented shower room, whilst the second bedroom is situated on the second floor, comprising of a family room with double bed and two singles.

To the outside is a garden with patio area where you can sit out and enjoy your morning coffee whilst casting your eyes over the rolling hills.

The local area offers lovely walking routes, being situated right on the Cotswold's Way, you'll know all the best routes and nature spots in the area.

Wander into the market town of Stroud and browse the selection of independent shops, tempting eateries and the fascinating farmer's market.

The city of Gloucester, known for its Romanesque market and the Gothic architecture is just an easy train journey away, or head deeper into the Cotwolds and explore the chocolate-box villages of Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, each boasting their own character and charm.

Promising a rural retreat with plenty of attractions to engage with, this quaint cottage is a lovely choice, all-year-round.

Please note: Very steep stairs in property, uneven floors and low ceilings.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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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.

Please note: Very steep stairs in property, uneven floors and low ceilings.
Please ensure dogs are not left alone in the property for extended periods.

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Reviews & Ratings

“It was a treat to stay at Combe Cottage; It's characterful with a real feeling of history, complemented by beautiful décor and proper solid furniture, but it has plenty of modern comforts.”

“The cottage was in need of a refurbish.”

“We have stayed here before and it is a super cottage.”

“The property was lovely storage was the main issue.”

“Lovely character full cottage.”

“Very pleasant stay.”

“The property was just as advertised.”

“Great cottage, we would recommend to anyone who has read the info in the listing and enjoys this style of cottage.”

“Combe cottage is a delightful property in a convenient situation for exploring the countryside in the area.”

“A lovely cottage, ideal for visiting the cotswold attractions”

“Very nice cottage, comfortable and quirky.”

“A warm and comfortable cottage in a very good location for exploring the South Cotswolds and especially the Thames and Severn Canal.”

“The cottage literature folder needs to be updated.”

“Combe Cottage is clean, well equipped and comfortably furnished.”

“We had a lovely time at Combe Cottage.”

“Really lovely quaint cottage.”

“Combe Cottage was an absolute delight, the pictures don’t do it justice.”

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About the location

STROUD