Royal Oak Cottage

4.4★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

17 Customer Review(s)

Gwen
September 2024

“Two small things - 1.”

We could not find the cottage as Royal Oak Terrace on a plaque on the wall was hidden by overgrown ivy, and the cottage had no name anywhere. As it looked like the picture I remembered we tried the safety box number which fitted, And 2. only 5 mugs provided. Otherwise,a very happy stay.

We could not find the cottage as Royal Oak Terrace on a plaque on the wall was hidden by overgrown ivy, and the cottage had no name anywhere. As it looked like the picture I remembered we tried the safety box number which fitted, And 2. only 5 mugs provided. Otherwise,a very happy stay.

- Gwen, September 2024

Thank you for your comments, we will ask our Managed Services team to rectify these issues. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Mark March 2024

“Great location and the cottage delivered on our necessities for a good stay: comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen and plenty of hot water.”

I wouldn't say the garden is totally dog-friendly for smaller or shorter dog breeds as the steep steps to the garden were difficult for our pooch to safely navigate (he face-planted more than once). The heating in the lounge couldn't quite overcome the icy cold snap we had at the start of the week so we used the rugs provided. Overall good but we won't come again as we want our dog to enjoy our trips too.

- Mark, March 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We have passed your comments onto our Property Management Team, for them to investigate. We are glad you had a comfortable stay. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Joanna December 2023

“A dear little cottage in a great location - would definitely book again.”

Unfortunately parking is a nightmare and it was a shame that the firestick for internet TV had disappeared. The company were quick to respond to a problem with the front door which was appreciated.

- Joanna, December 2023
Enid September 2023

“Lovely, comfortable, clean cottage, perfect for two couples and a dog.”

Excellent kitchen, although a few extra dishes and utensils (grater) would be useful. It was delightful sitting in the garden for meals. Great location for shops, eating places, walks and travelling around. Would definitely recommend and hope to return. Many thanks.

- Enid, September 2023
Shajeev September 2023

“A pretty, well-appointed cottage with lots of thoughtful touches.”

The location and setting were ideal for exploring Chipping Campden (as previously mentioned by other reviewers, parking could well be an issue at very busy times - as it happens, we were lucky to find a free space in the same spot every day of our visit). The shared bathroom was somewhat cramped but the shower was excellent and the ensuite bathroom was very nice. We really liked the large and well-equipped kitchen and we enjoyed sitting out at the patio table, where it was peaceful and quiet. All in all, we enjoyed our stay here!

- Shajeev, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your time at Royal Oak Cottage and exploring the local area. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Darren August 2023

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

We found the cottage comfortable with excellent facilities and a good-sized attractive garden. Great kitchen too - and clean throughout. There were some minor issues with taps needing tightening in their fastenings, a catch needs to be replaced on a bedroom window and one or two of the three toilet seats need tightening up. Minor issues, but it is these things you notice, particularly when it is warm and you want to open a window at night to allow a breeze.

- Darren, August 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the cottage and garden. Thank you also for bringing some minor issues to our attention which have been passed on to the Property Manager. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Tammie May 2023

“Great cottage.”

Cosy and quiet. Location is perfect with many walks on the doorstep and plenty of pubs and restaurants to choose from in Chipping Campden a short walk away. Kitchen is a great size with all the equipment you need. Highly recommend and will definitely come back. Thank you.

- Tammie, May 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback, it's always nice to hear how much guest's have enjoyed staying with us and making the most of the lovely walks and places to visit in the area. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards Character Cottages Property Owner
Julie April 2023

“Lovely little cottage, comfy beds and bedding, well equipped and a nice touch to leave cake and milk on arrival, thank you.”

We couldnt find the house manual but it didnt really matter. The only slight downside is that it would have been easier if the garden was enclosed for the dogs. All in all a very pleasant stay.

- Julie, April 2023

Thank you for your kind feedback, we're so pleased you enjoyed a warm welcome and had a lovely time at the cottage. The garden is a delightful space to relax (we hope you saw the mention of it not being enclosed in the description). Thank you for mentioning the house manual, we will check that. Best wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner
Laura August 2022

“We really enjoyed our stay at Royal Oak Cottage.”

It was so charming and well-equipped, including a dishwasher. Cannot fault the cleaning. Beds were comfortable, towels and linen were excellent quality. Dog-friendly, great location, big garden with outdoor seating, plenty of eating options close by, and also a small Co-op within a few minutes’ walking distance. *Couldn’t ask for more for a cottage rental in the Cotswolds!* We would definitely return another time. Found the booking and key collection arrangements all super-straightforward too. And the neighbour was also lovely! Tip top! :-)

- Laura, August 2022

Thank you so for much for providing us with such lovely feedback. It's great to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Royal Oak Cottage and are thinking of returning again! We can't wait to welcome you back and hope it is one day soon! All the best, Character Cottages. Property Owner
Simon August 2022

“This was a beautifully presented property, clean and well maintained, in a perfect location, spacious and at the same time cosy and neat.”

My only suggestion is that it would be great to be able to fasten the window open in the front bedroom - there is no way of doing this, so the window just swings shut, which in this hot weather is frustrating and uncomfortable. A simple casement stay would solve the problem. Other than this the house is in excellent condition, and is a prefect base for visiting Chipping Campden and the Cotswolds.

- Simon, August 2022

Thank you for this lovely feedback and we're delighted you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the suggestion re the bedroom window - we will look into this. We hope to welcome you again. Property Owner
Nabela July 2022

“Cleanliness was disgusting, rubbish bins left full.”

Neighbors put rubbish at our door because the cleaning company used the neighbors bins, so we was arguing with the neighbors. The front and back gardens are a disaster, not taken care of. Super small TV in the front room. No TV upstairs. Blinds don’t fit and close fully. Overall the owner has led the property go. Very poor and would neve stay again.

- Nabela, July 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We can only apologise for the experience you have had during your stay at Royal Oak Cottage. This is not the service or standards that we want to provide our guests with. Please know that we are on hand 24 hours a day to assist you during your stay and would have come out to the property to rectify these issues. We do list the property with one TV in the lounge and you can see from the images the size of the TV, as well as the bedrooms not including one. The garden has now been tended to and we apologise once again for the experience you have had at Royal Oak Cottage. Best wishes, Character Cottages. Property Owner
Andrew June 2022

“Great property in brilliant location.”

Great interior design and home comforts. Would definitely recommend.

- Andrew, June 2022

Great you enjoyed the property and the location. Thank you for the recommendation. Property Owner
Geoff May 2022

“A comfortable cottage minutes from the town centre.”

Exactly as described in the listing. Everything we needed and great we could take the dog also. Thanks and we would come again.

- Geoff, May 2022

Glad you enjoyed the cottage and it was exactly what you expected. We look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Helen April 2022

“We arrived to find that the cottage had not been cleaned.”

The beds were still left as unmade, rubbish left etc. This was so disappointing and embarrassing as we had paid a lot for the cottage and had invited our American cousins so not a good start. This was not helped by the apparent lack of concern that this had happened. We were just told that it had been 'overlooked' !! Having said that, it was good to be able to get hold of someone at 5pm on a Sunday ( when we should have been getting in to the cottage). The cottage itself is nice though a little basic. The location is absolutely fabulous and the Cotswolds a great place for a holiday.

- Helen, April 2022

Thank you so much for providing this feedback. We are very sorry that you encountered these issues on arrival but glad that you were able to enjoy your stay there and that you also loved the location. Your comments have been passed on to the housekeeping team to ensure this will not happen again. We hope this hasn't left a lasting impact and that we can welcome you back in the future. Property Owner
Elaine March 2022

“This was the second time we have stayed at this lovely cottage.”

It is ideal for two couples. It has a good outdoor space for sunny days. Perhaps a few more cups and glasses would be good. Also a note to where the outdoor bins are we couldn’t find them. Overall a great stay and we look forward to visiting again in the future.

- Elaine, March 2022

It's wonderful to hear it's the second time you have visited us. It is a good base to explore everything and thank you for the comments about a few more cups and glasses, we will pass this comment onto the owner. We will also check the details about bins are easy to find at the cottage. We look forward to making it a 3rd time in the future. Property Owner
Philly March 2022

“We had a really lovely stay at the cottage and would definitely recommend it as a place to stay.”

The house was tastefully done up and had everything we needed. Chipping Campden is a great base to explore the Cotswolds. Thank you very much for the perfect short break!

- Philly, March 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback with regards to your stay at Royal Oak Cottage. It's always wonderful to hear when guest's have enjoyed the cottage/location. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Property Owner
Rachel January 2022

“We very much enjoyed our stay at the cottage.”

It was spacious and comfortable. It was even more enjoyable to stay in as it had been done up from the pictures on the site so was even more well presented than anticipated. The only things that could improve: the nespresso coffee machine unfortunately did not work so that needs looking at, and due to the rain and weather, the front door was extremely difficult to close and lock, so it may need looking at too. My only other suggestion would be to provide a few logs for the first fire of the stay as we couldn't find any in Campden when we got there the Friday night and it would have been nice to have a fire that evening on arrival. But other than that a really wonderful stay and my parents are already planning to book it again! Thank you.

- Rachel, January 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon. Property Owner

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double with ensuite
Ensuite bathroom with shower, basin and toilet
Bathroom with bath, overhead shower, basin and toilet
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Study.
Garden. At the far end of the garden, beyond the gate, there is a third tier which has a decking area and stone pavement
On the first tier there is a right of access for the neigh
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Rangemaster cooker, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, kettle, toaster, Nespresso coffee maker (without capsules), hairdryer, fire guard
Freeview TV with Amazon Fire Stick (account holders only), WiFi, selection of books
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot available
Free roadside parking
Multi-level patio with furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 0.2 miles.

The property

Royal Oak Cottage is a beautifully presented Grade II listed property which sleeps four guests, in two tastefully decorated bedrooms, with an airy family bathroom.

Dating back to the early 19th century, this charming home away from home has been finished in a contemporary style and features a stylish stone fireplace with a wood burning stove, and several modern facilities including wireless internet access, a Freeview TV with Amazon Fire TV Stick and a well-equipped kitchen.

There is a tiered garden at the rear, and free on-street parking is available close by. Royal Oak Cottage is just a stone's throw from the centre of bustling Chipping Campden, often regarded as the most picturesque market town in the region.

There are a number of shops, pubs, tearooms and restaurants to enjoy, along with various historic buildings to admire, including St James' Church, the East Banqueting House and the 17th century Market Hall.

Surrounded by the glorious countryside of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there are many walks and cycle routes on its doorstep including the renowned Cotswold Way long distance walking trail which begins in Chipping Campden itself and finishes in Bath.

The first stretch takes in Broadway Tower, rewarding walkers with breathtaking views across the Vale of Evesham. Chipping Campden is well-placed for visiting the many lovely towns and villages of the region including Stow-on-the-Wold, Winchcombe, Bourton-on-the-Water and Broadway, all home to a range of popular eateries and boutique shops.

There are also a variety of tourist attractions nearby such as the Lavender Fields at Snowshill, National Trust owned Hidcote Gardens, the Cotswold Falconry Centre and Sudeley Castle.

Further afield destinations including Oxford, Blenheim Palace and Stratford-upon-Avon are also within easy reach for day trips.

Royal Oak Cottage is the perfect retreat for a family or small gathering of friends who are seeking a relaxing break in a much-loved Cotswold market town.

Set back a little from the road, four stone steps lead up to the front door which opens into an entrance hall.

The following rooms are on the ground floor: Living room: This bright and airy living area has been finished in a contemporary style and contains a stone fireplace with a cosy wood burning stove, a four-seater sofa, two armchairs, footstool, Freeview TV with Amazon Fire TV Stick for account holders only, and a small selection of books; Kitchen/dining room: The tastefully decorated kitchen is well-equipped for rustling up an evening meal and contains an electric Rangemaster cooker with four-ring gas hob, fridge and freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, Nespresso coffee machine, washing machine/tumble dryer and a large wooden dining table which comfortably seats four; Study with cloakroom: Flooded with natural light, this peaceful spot contains an antique desk and chair.

Accessed via the study is a cloakroom which contains a toilet and wash basin. Stairs lead up from the living room to the first floor landing, off which are the following rooms: Master bedroom: This beautifully styled, spacious bedroom contains a king size bed, built-in wardrobe, antique rocking chair and wall mirror; Bedroom 2: Overlooking the stunning garden, this well-proportioned room with ensuite bathroom contains a double bed, chest of draws and valet stand.

The ensuite contains a shower enclosed with overhead shower, wash basin and toilet. Family bathroom: Contains a bath with overhead shower, wash basin and toilet. Accessed via the study, the enchanting tiered garden is a wonderful spot to enjoy the summer sunshine.

Steps lead up from the back door to the first tier which houses a large outdoor table with plenty of seating, perfect for al fresco dining.

From here, further steps lead up to the second tier where the path weaves its way amongst leafy trees, mature shrubs and beds of colourful flowers and fragrant herbs.

At the far end of the garden, beyond the gate, there is a third tier which is currently untended.

Guests are welcome to venture to this part of the garden, though please note that it is not enclosed and that the summerhouse is for owner use only.

On the first tier there is a right of access for the neighbours via a wooden gate. Free on-street parking is available close to the property.

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About the location

CHIPPING CAMPDEN

Moreton-in-Marsh 8 miles; Stratford-upon-Avon 12 miles

This market town defines the saying "good things come in small packages" as it proves itself to be a wonderful place for tourists to stay. Chipping Campden sits in the northern part of the Cotswolds and boasts many historical buildings from St. James' church where the Chipping Camden Music Festival is held every year, to the early 17th century market hall upon which the town prides itself. Not only does the town have a rich history but much more, the high street is laced with charming Cotswold stone buildings with a range of shops and pubs. Nearby there are several beautiful, formal gardens for you to wander through. Chipping Campden has held its own 'Olimpick Games' since the early 1600s including peculiar sports such as 'shin-kicking', most certainly worth lining your holiday up with to experience something so unique. For a dose of famous history, head to the birthplace of William Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon just 12 short miles away, it offers some charming little buildings, bookshops, theatres and museums.

Note: On the first tier of the garden, the neighbours have right of access through a gate.

Please note an initial supply of logs & kindling is provided for the property between October until end of March; additional log supplies can be purchased locally.

Note: For the comfort of future guests, we ask that dogs remain downstairs, stay off the furniture and that no trace of a dog remains after your departure.

Note: The garden is not enclosed so children and dogs should be supervised at all times.

Note: No corporate or commercial bookings.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Christmas

Royal Oak Cottage

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Reviews & Ratings

“Two small things - 1.”

“Great location and the cottage delivered on our necessities for a good stay: comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen and plenty of hot water.”

“A dear little cottage in a great location - would definitely book again.”

“Lovely, comfortable, clean cottage, perfect for two couples and a dog.”

“A pretty, well-appointed cottage with lots of thoughtful touches.”

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

“Great cottage.”

“Lovely little cottage, comfy beds and bedding, well equipped and a nice touch to leave cake and milk on arrival, thank you.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at Royal Oak Cottage.”

“This was a beautifully presented property, clean and well maintained, in a perfect location, spacious and at the same time cosy and neat.”

“Cleanliness was disgusting, rubbish bins left full.”

“Great property in brilliant location.”

“A comfortable cottage minutes from the town centre.”

“We arrived to find that the cottage had not been cleaned.”

“This was the second time we have stayed at this lovely cottage.”

“We had a really lovely stay at the cottage and would definitely recommend it as a place to stay.”

“We very much enjoyed our stay at the cottage.”

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The property

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About the location

CHIPPING CAMPDEN