Bull Cottage

4.8★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

58 Customer Review(s)

Stuart
October 2024

“What a beautiful characterful cottage in a fantastic location.”

All the amenities you want with extremely comfortable beds and bathrooms. The selection of channels on the TV was a lovely surprise with a full sports and film package but we thought if you were going to provide that then the TV itself needs to be upgraded for the full affect. We realised on the first night that the clock on the heating system was not at the right time so had to reset it in the middle of the night, not sure what had happened there. All small things that didn’t detract from ...

All the amenities you want with extremely comfortable beds and bathrooms. The selection of channels on the TV was a lovely surprise with a full sports and film package but we thought if you were going to provide that then the TV itself needs to be upgraded for the full affect. We realised on the first night that the clock on the heating system was not at the right time so had to reset it in the middle of the night, not sure what had happened there. All small things that didn’t detract from a great weekend and surely the shortest walk to the pub we’ve ever had!

- Stuart, October 2024

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased you had a great stay at Bull Cottage. We shall check and reset the heating timer, as a short walk to the pub is always a good thing! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best Wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Fionnuala October 2024

“Our only issue with this property was the front door key it was hard to manage and the key needs maybe some lead on it to make it easier in the lock.”

I understand it is an old door but at times it was difficult to open. Also in relation to having to put bed clothing in linen bags we could not find any on site maybe this could be clearer. Otherwise this was one of the best properties we have stayed in the Cotswolds and we have been coming to this area for many years.

- Fionnuala, October 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Bull Cottage and we hope you managed to enjoy the lovely places to see and eat at in Burford and the surrounding area. We will arrange for Maintenance to have a look at the lock. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Terence September 2024

“Second time we have stayed at Bull Cottage.”

We brought some American friends with us to show them the Cotswolds. They were in awe of Bull Cottage, Burford and the Cotswolds. Love it. Great location, great historic house and easy to stay in. Thank you again.

- Terence, September 2024

Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you and your friends enjoyed the property. It sounds like you gave them a good tour of the area and we are glad to hear that second time round was just as enjoyable as the first. We hope we can welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Christian July 2024

“Bull Cottage is by far the most interesting holiday home we‘ve ever stayed in with the old and crooked floors, the stone arches, the beautiful old beams.”

We love historic buildings and this cottage has a history of 700 years. And yet you have the comfort of today. Cosy bedrooms, a great kitchen and modern bathrooms made our stay very comfortable. And the fireplaces made our evenings just perfectly cosy. Even in summer, the ground floor stays cool because of the thick stones walls and the stone floor, so slippers or socks should be worn if you don’t like to have cold feet. We loved this cottage and it has made our holidays in the Cotswolds really unforgettable.

- Christian, July 2024

We are so happy to read your feedback and the lovely detail you have gone into regarding the property! We are glad that despite the properties age you found it comfortable whatever the British weather decided to throw at you and that the modern day amenities were appreciated. We hope we can welcome you back to the Cotswolds again soon. Kind Regards, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Joanna December 2023

“What a wonderful cottage to spend a relaxing break in.”

Bull cottage has everything one could wish for, it’s well equipped and extremely comfortable and located in beautiful Burford. We could not have found a more perfect retreat.

- Joanna, December 2023

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Bull Cottage and its location in Burford. We hope we can welcome you back again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Matthew December 2023

“Only one minor issue was there was never enough hot water for four showers.”

I think this should be highlighted in the welcome folder to avoid cold showers and advise people to wait a half hour or so in between the first two showers and the last two! Otherwise a fantastic cottage and short break and we will definitely use Sykes again and probably return to Bull Cottage!

- Matthew, December 2023

Thank you for providing this feedback. We're so glad you loved Bull Cottage and enjoyed your break. Thank you also for bringing to our attention the issue with the hot water for showers which we will pass on to the Property Manager. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Alexandra December 2023

“It was a lovely home away from home!”

Thank you for making it so cozy! Everything was perfect!

- Alexandra, December 2023
John November 2023

“Really special cottage, absolutely wonderful location and such character, lack of parking wasn't really a problem.”

The TV could have been more modern and larger and the sofa's a little more comfortable but, overall was great for our needs

- John, November 2023

Thank you for providing this feedback. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Bull Cottage, and loved the convenient location too. We will pass on your recommendations and suggestions to the owner, and would love to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Gregory October 2023

“We LOVED staying at Bull Cottage.”

It's one of the absolute BEST cottages we've ever had. It has tons of character, space, modern conveniences, and comfort. Not to mention its phenomenal location right in the heart of one of the finest Cotswold market towns! You can't go wrong staying in Bull Cottage!

- Gregory, October 2023

Thank you so much for your kind words! Bull Cottage really is a lovely property and it's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed and took full advantage of both the property and surrounding area! We hope to welcome you again one day in the future. Best wishes, Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Tom July 2023

“A sublime property.”

Very well maintained and equipped. It was really interesting reading about history, especially the 13c details. Courtyard was great too and it was next door to a fantastic pub!

- Tom, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed Bull Cottage and all of its History. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Ann June 2023

“We were very pleased with the house but would like to comment on some points:There was no green box in the garden for food rubbish.”

The chairs in the kitchen could be more stable as the floor was very uneven. Lighting in the kitchen was inadequate especially at night. It would have been nice to have a flexible hose shower in the downstairs Showerroom instead of a fixed one. No cupboard space for dry food in the kitchen IE for cereal etc. However it was the oldest house we have ever stayed in and we loved the original features and the pretty yard with scented roses.

- Ann, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback and your suggestions. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
James May 2023

“A lovely cottage with a lot of character, a great location and a well equipped kitchen.”

It was a pleasant change to have more than just a salt shaker in the cupboards for cooking with as well as everything you needed for cleaning, washing etc. The building work next door looks set to continue for some months but we did not find the noise intrusive. Would definitely recommend.

- James, May 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide this review. We're so glad you loved the cottage and location. We would love to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Jane April 2023

“I was assured after particularly asking the question that certain provisions would be provided in the cottage - ie milk, coffee, tea, orange juice, biscuits, crisps, loo paper, logs etc.”

NOTHING had been provided when we arrived late in the afternoon at the cottage. So embarrassing and disappointing for me. As they say you don't know there is no loo paper until it is too late. The cottage itself was beautifully furnished clean and comfortable. I was also originally told parking was available and it is advertised as having on street parking which is slightly ambiguous. I originally decided not to publish my disappointment as the cottage itself was so lovely. I have been offered a discount for any future bookings but my confidence has been dented as you can imagine. This is a new request for feedback so here it is.

- Jane, April 2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're so sorry to hear the welcome pack was missed on this occasion. This is very unusual and we do hope this won't deter you from taking up the discount to return to the lovely Bull Cottage. We look forward to welcoming you back. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Catherine January 2023

“Great cottage and very well equipped.”

Being January, it was nice to have the woodburning stove, albeit no starter logs on our arrival. (This and a few other issues were addressed early on day two.) Unfair that we weren't warned about the major building works going on right next door. (I know it's in the TCs that you cannot be held responsible for noise from neighbours or construction works, but it would have been great to have a heads up rather than being woken at 7am by rocks being thrown into a skip right next to the bedroom window.) Unfortunately on street parking was an issue for us with 2 cars, luckily you can unload right outside the cottage. Burford is a lovely town with many places to eat and drink and we all enjoyed ourselves.

- Catherine, January 2023
Matthew December 2022

“You made our stay so memorable.”

The basket was so thoughtful....everything was perfect. We can't wait for our next stay. You are amazing!!!!

- Matthew, December 2022

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back again. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Antony November 2022

“Bull Cottage is outstanding, impossible to find fault.”

You might have to search for a parking spot but this is where the double yellows outside help. Drop your stuff off and go find a space, you might get lucky or you might have a 5 minute walk.

- Antony, November 2022

We are glad you were so pleased with Bull Cottage, it is an amazing property. We hope you enjoyed your stay in Burford and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Samantha October 2022

“It’s a beautiful, comfortable and interesting cottage and was very convenient for the shops.”

However It was hard to get help when requested in app - a very stiff shower knob meant it was very hard to adjust the temperature on the upstairs shower which was uncomfortably hot. In the end we phoned to get them to help because the app said it had been sorted out when it hadn’t . The building work right next door was very noisy. It disturbed us often and the builders often parked on the double yellow lines right in front of the lounge window. It was an expensive cottage and we were disappointed by the building work and customer services.

- Samantha, October 2022

Thank you for providing this feedback and we're glad that you found the cottage to be so comfortable, and the location convenient. We're sorry to hear you encountered an issue with the shower which has now been rectified. Regarding the building work next door, unfortunately this is beyond our control and we hope this didn't impact your stay and that we can welcome you again. Manor Cottages Property Owner
Ruth August 2022

“We thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful old 13th century cottage with all its quirky features including the uneven flagstones in parts of the dining room floor.”

Very smooth and shiny after years of wear which had sunken a little. We felt we were living in a bit of history. We did not find the floor a problem at all but I guess some elderly people might. The kitchen was well stocked even for someone who bakes and it was relaxing sitting in the courtyard. I did water the plants as we were having a very dry spell and some pots were dying. The bedrooms were lovely, spacious with comfortable beds and several fans were provided for the hot weather. The parking was not problematic- two roads around the corner had parking spaces and there is a free Car park three minutes walk away. We loaded and unloaded in the double yellow lines outside. Would definitely recommend and stay again.

- Ruth, August 2022

We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that you found the cottage atmospheric and had all the amenities your required for your stay. We would love to have you visit again. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Sally June 2022

“It would have been helpful if we could have arrived at 4 pm as we had a 3 year old child who goes to bed at 6.”

30 - 7 pm.

- Sally, June 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave a feedback, we are aware of the late check in time, we are working for recruiting more staff to be able to guarantee an earlier check in. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Manor cottages Property Owner
Annabel May 2022

“Overall we had a lovely time but I think the listing should draw attention to the fact that this property is not really suitable for old people who are unsteady on their feet and young children.”

The floor in the entrance room is very uneven and there are lots of steps upstairs and down which could trip people up. The parking situation is definitely a nightmare. Saying parking is on street and unrestricted is misleading as there is little nearby without double yellow lines and we always had to park at a distance as there were never any spaces. The town car park in Burford restricts parking for more than 12 hours in any 24 hour period so is not suitable for residential use. We took the risk but may have been lucky. Finally we suggest more attention to maintaining the courtyard and its furniture. I had to clean the furniture when we arrived as it was dirty and the area looked neglected. Such a pity when it could be a lovely feature. This can be easily rectified of course.

- Annabel, May 2022

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback and we're glad that you had a lovely time at Bull Cottage. This cottage is one of the oldest in Burford, dating from 1390 with many of the original features, making the uneven floors and steps part of the character. We're sorry if this impacted on your stay there, together with the parking issues. Burford is a beautiful location but is consequently very popular and parking can become an issue due to the sheer amount of visitors to the Cotswolds. We have taken note of your comments regarding the courtyard furniture and thank you for bringing this to our attention. We would love to welcome you again. Property Owner
Gregory January 2022

“Bull Cottage is just wonderful.”

The sense of history is astonishing, the decor comfortable and stylish. Both bedrooms were very generous. The kitchen was well-equipped, though might have done with an electric mixer, candlesticks and some cloth napkins, but these are minor points. The dish washer and washing machine were of good quality. Our stay was from mid January to mid February, so we didn't use the back garden but could imagine how charming it would be in fine weather. Just next door to the Angel pub, in which we enjoyed having drinks and a few meals, we were surprised by how quiet it was. Our guests invariably said that there were good vibes in the bones of the house. We agreed. The location was perfect for us, just off the high street, yet a two or three minute walk to the countryside with rolling hills and farmland. Manor Cottages does a great job managing the cottage On the first day we couldn't find the compost container and were flummoxed by the modern shower upstairs. Almost immediately someone came around to help. We rented the cottage for a month and were so pleased with the weekly bed linen change and tidy up of the cottage. The young women who came were lovely and conscientious. That was a huge plus as we had a few couples and our grown children at the weekends. If I have one suggestion, it would be that the mattresses (at least in the bedroom with the TV) could use a topper. And the pillows were a bit flat. Easy fixes to make a fantastic cottage perfect. We do hope to rent Bull Cottage again.

- Gregory, January 2022

Thank you for providing us with such lovely feedback. We are so glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed your stay at Bull Cottage. We are so glad that you found the Manor Cottages team so helpful and we have taken your suggestions for improvement into full consideration for future bookings. Thank you once again for providing us with your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back to Bull Cottage any time in the future. Property Owner
Donna August 2021

“Beautiful, characterful cottage in a superb location.”

Welcome package on arrival was a lovely touch and was pleased that all kitchen essentials were provided too. Lots of little touches like plug in torches by the bed and on the landing for midnight trips to the loo. We managed to park 2 cars opposite the property and always managed to find space after days out visiting. I would recommend this property and would stay here again if we return to the Cotswolds.

- Donna, August 2021
Danielle July 2021

“Bull Cottage is exactly as described!”

It’s completely charming and makes you feel like you have stepped back in time while still providing all required conveniences! The location is close to high street and the Angel pub next door is brilliant! We had a wonderful time and highly recommend Bull Cottage!

- Danielle, July 2021

It's wonderful to hear you had such a great time at Bull Cottage! Thank you for your feedback! Property Owner
Georgina June 2021

“Fantastic stay at Bull Cottage.”

Lovely accommodation with everything we needed and in a great location. Just 2 things to note - would be helpful to note that Bull Cottage is number 12 on Witney Street (I had to look at the listing photos to work out which number it was). Also a note on the listing regarding the parking situation would be very helpful.

- Georgina, June 2021
Dawn June 2021

“Charming Cottage very well located and right next door to lovely pub with large garden.”

Generally quiet even though 1 minute fro the high street. ‘Tricky’ door lock stopped being quirky early on and became plain irritating. Very uneven stone floors could make life difficult for anyone with mobility issues.

- Dawn, June 2021

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you had the chance to make the most of the local amenities! We appreciate you bringing the issue of the door lock to our attention. This will be investigated by our maintenance team, promptly. We are very proud of the fact that Bull Cottage is the oldest house in Burford meaning it comes with it's own unique lumps and bumps! Apologies if this caused you any difficulty during your stay. We hope to welcome you back to Burford soon. Property Owner
Rebecca December 2020

“Excellent accommodation, as soon as we walked in the door it was fantastic.”

Warm and so welcoming. Full of character and decorated for Christmas. Could find no faults. Have stayed in a few cottages over Christmas, nothing compared to this. Had everything needed to cook Xmas lunch for four (would have been ok for 6 but due to Covid regs could only be one household). Would highly recommend booking this cottage. Good location, clean and welcoming.

- Rebecca, December 2020

Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments of your Christmas stay at Bull Cottage. We are pleased you had everything you needed and would highly recommend the cottage! Property Owner
Keith August 2020

“Excellent accommodation ( larger than our own desres in fact ) All mod cons supplied.”

Immaculately clean. Who could expect better ? You might think about a couple of small items ai the front door, like the tricky key and the key holder. We will be happy to tell our friends.

- Keith, August 2020

Thank you for your comments on Bull Cottage. We will look into the couple of items that you have raised. Manor Cottages Property Owner
Marion March 2020

“That it was an amazing g cottage.”

Next to the pub. Clean and spacious

- Marion, March 2020

We are pleased to hear you thought Bull Cottage was amazing! Property Owner
Andrew December 2019

“Amazing place and fantastic location.”

Thanks again!

- Andrew, December 2019
Maureen November 2019

“We loved Bull cottage for all the above reasons.”

It was warm, nicely decorated and fitted out with all we needed. Also it was so convenient to all the amenities, pubs, shops etc and to top it all we had cold sunny days! The only thing that was missing was the "house rules" book but we managed without it! Hope you book it again next year.

- Maureen, November 2019
Rosey November 2019

“This cottage is absolutely charming, it has retained the character of the building but has also been updated with modern facilities.”

All of the rooms are of a good size with plenty of space for 6 adults or a family. The location is excellent with everything on your doorstep. Those with a car can travel further afield to explore nearby areas. We can highly recommend Bull cottage and hope to return to discover more of this beautiful area. My only suggestion would be to have oven gloves and tea towels available for those people who are self catering. It may be that they were in the cottage but we couldn't find them!

- Rosey, November 2019

Many thanks for taking the time to leave your comments. Thank you for highly recommending Bull Cottage. We apologize that there was no oven gloves or tea towels for your stay. It was an oversight by Manor Cottages and we will ensure they are in place for future guests. Property Owner
Colin October 2019

“Possibly the best cottage we have ever stayed in over our 25 years’ as a Sykes customer.”

A charming, comfortable, well-equipped and historic property in the heart of Burford.

- Colin, October 2019

We are very pleased to hear you had such a lovely time in the beautiful Bull Cottage. Property Owner
Carol September 2019

“Only negative was there wasn’t any information on cooker/ microwave/ washer.”

. or they weren’t where they were supposed to be..

- Carol, September 2019

Thank you for your feedback. All the information is in a file, we are sorry it was not where it was supposed to be. We will ensure it is out for all future guests. Property Owner
Angela April 2019

“Beautiful cottage with every amenity.”

Situation perfect, near to the centre of Burford but very quiet. Only quibble is that there is no real on street parking by the cottage but the free carpark is close.

- Angela, April 2019
Kathleen March 2019

“Bull Cottage was perfect: clean, comfortable, close to everything, easily reached by public transport, and an architectural delight.”

I have stayed in more than 100 self-catered accommodations over the last 30 years and Bull Cottage is my favorite.

- Kathleen, March 2019
Simon February 2019

“We had a fantastic week at this lovely cottage.”

Full of character and a joy to be able to live in for the week. Very close by to all that Burford has to offer and literally next door to the Pub. We will 100% be returning.

- Simon, February 2019
Charity January 2019

“This house is very well equipped, well maintained, and very nicely furnished.”

The kitchen is well equipped. The bathrooms and bedrooms are generous and the beds are very comfortable. The location, 1/2 block from the High Street, makes it easy and quick to run to the Co-op for groceries. The fireplaces work well.

- Charity, January 2019
Maureen December 2018

“We have stayed in hundreds of hotels and holiday rentals over the years in many countries and this has to be up there with the best!”

Such an utterly charming cottage in a great location, wonderfully equipped, and comfy beds too. We could not fault it. The cottage was even decorated beautifully for Christmas which gave this Aussie family that most magical family Christmas that we won’t forget! The service and communication by Manor Cottages was also first rate!

- Maureen, December 2018
Gabrielle December 2018

“Bull Cottage was a great place to stay in Burford.”

The Cottage was very well presented and spacious. Because of the age of the cottage it had so much character that has been thoughtfully preserved. The location was perfect and within very close walking distance ro the main Street of Burford and all of the facilities provided there. There are 2 pubs close by, .both providing good quality meals and country ambience without any associated noise. We would highly recommend Bull Cottage for groups of up to 6 persons.

- Gabrielle, December 2018
Mr Williams November 2018

“The cottage was warm,cosy, and right next door to a lovely pub.”

just what a grown up quality time away wants.

- Mr Williams, November 2018
Tracey

“Bull Cottage was a fabulous experience.”

It was amazing to stay in a home that held so much history! It was beautiful, charming and clean. I appreciated the modern facilities alongside the ancient architecture. I would absolutely come again. \ The architecture and history was amazing. The home was charming and felt clean\ Thank ou , Tracey, July 2016

- Tracey,
Leticia

“This was the first time that I booked a home with Manor Cottages.”

And it could not have been better! The house is amazing, super neat, beautiful and we receive all coordinate directions and how to enter the house. The location is perfect and we had a wonderful time in Burford! Lovely! It was a fabulous experience and I definitely recommend it to anyone!â€ \ Leticia, July 2016

- Leticia,
Karen Taylor

“We had a wonderful stay at Bull Cottage.”

Burford is such a picturesque Cotswold village and the cottage is just a quick walk from shopping and places to eat. It was a treat to stay in such a lovely home with so much history but with all the modern conveniences. We would absolutely book this cottage again on our next trip to the Cotswolds!\ Karen Taylor, September, 2016

- Karen Taylor,
Ms Stokes

“Beautiful cottage in the perfect location”

- Ms Stokes,
victor

“We had a wonderful stay at Bull Cottage.”

The home was beautiful and immaculate, and we would definitely recommend it to anyone considering the Buford area. As a family with four children, it was great to find a 6-person accommodation with 4 twin beds and a king (instead of the 3 queens). Arriving late at night, it was a nice touch to be welcomed with cake and milk. \ The pros: 1. A 600+ year old building with all the character you could imagine along with all of the modern conveniences you would want. Interior doorways and nooks in walls have stone arches that one would normally see in a church (there are rumors that stonemasons who built the local church were housed in this cottage and practiced their craft on this house). 2. Plenty of places to congregate (large den with TV, living room, dining table, and breakfast table). 3. The furnishings are a nice mix of antique pieces and newly upholstered chairs and couches. 4. Kitchen has new appliances and is well stocked. 5. All three bedrooms were large with plenty of space to stretch out. 6. Two bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a shower/tub. 7. While it's literally 30 seconds from Burford's high street, the cottage is very quite. We never heard any noise from the crowds on high street nor even from the pub next door. 8. The Co-op market is a one minute walk away, and it stays open until 11pm. 9. Plenty of lovely shops (antique, clothing, etc.) as well as restaurants within a few minutes walk. 10. Some nice Cotswolds walks through the countryside start right from the front door. The (only) con (which was minor and wouldn't cause us to hesitate staying at Bull Cottage again): - was the lack of parking right outside the cottage. The closest parking space is about 100 feet away; but it's more likely that you'll have to park 300 feet away on a side street. It wasn't an issue for us, but it's something to consider if you have mobility restrictions. There is no problem stopping at the door to unload and by later afternoon the street clears out so parking is easy...it's just daytime parking that's a bit tight. \ Victor, June 2016

- victor,
Mrs Flippance

“A lovely cottage, very well appointed and comfortable.”

The log stove in the lounge was a pleasure. Wifi was appreciated.

- Mrs Flippance,
Hellen

“We absolutely loved this cottage, a typically cotswold house, a listed house, very old but very comfortable, in the Centre of the picturesque town of Burford, with lots of pubs and shops, the house was very clean, we highly recommend this cottage!”

Hellen, via airbnb, Nov 2016

- Hellen,
Ali

“A really lovely character cottage in the heart of Burford.”

We were there in December and it was cosy, great central heating and we loved being able to pop up the road to buy some logs and use the wood burning stoves. Handy for all the local shops and restaurants and many pubs and we did not find parking an issue on Whitney Street, there was always one available no matter time of day. We would recommend Bull Cottage, the owners have maintained it beautifully and it is well managed and well equipped.â€ \ Ali, Dec 2016

- Ali,
Standage

“Really lovely (not to mention historic) property in a wonderful setting.”

Mr Standage, April 2017.

- Standage,
Amanda

“â€œGreat place to stay in Burford.”

Just off the main street with lots of shops to browse in. The cottage is full of character, well furnished with comfortable beds and everything you could need in the kitchen. We had a lovely relaxing stay. \ Amanda, Dec 2016

- Amanda,
Ms Quinlan

“The cottage was quite lovely.”

It was very clean, everything was in working order and the kitchen was well equipped. It was very comfortable, warm and inviting. I particularly appreciated how the original character of the cottage was maintained in the renovation. Would highly recommend this Cottage. \ \

- Ms Quinlan,
Reijpert

“Love the atmosphere of the cottage.”

Cottage is clean and comfortable. Mr Reijpert, June 2017.

- Reijpert,
Winerock

“Bull Cottage is absolutely charming -- it's genuinely old and full of character, with wonderful wood beams and medieval architectural features, complemented by discretely modern bathrooms and kitchen.”

Mr Winerock, July 2017.

- Winerock,
Moore

“Wonderful cottage, great space and we really enjoyed our stay.”

Mr Moore, April 2017.

- Moore,
May

“We absolutely LOVED the cottage.”

It was so perfectly located, comfortable, well equipped and charming.

- May,
Scholfield

“GREAT LOCATION, VERY HOMELY, BEAUTIFULLY DONE OUT, CLEAN & LUXOURIOUS”

- Scholfield,
Chevis

“Lovely cottage, central, ancient, quirky.”

Couldn't be improved!

- Chevis,
Mrs Stephens

“Cotswolds speak for themselves, and Burford is a lovely base from which to see the surrounding countryside.”

The Bull's Cottage is absolutely delightful

- Mrs Stephens,

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor master bedroom with kingsize double, 1 x double bed (or 2 x zip/link single beds), 1 x twin bed
Ground floor shower room with shower, WC and washbasin
First floor bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and washbasin
Kitchen
Living area with woodburning stove
Additional living/dining area.
Heating with woodburners
Electric hob, oven and grill, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, cafetiere
TV with YouView, WiFi, iPod dock, Hair Dryer
Fuel and power inc. in rent
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
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent and 2 hair dryers
South facing courtyard garden to the rear with bench, table and chairs
Cot and highchair available
Parking is on-street and limited on Witney Street, we would therefore advise to park on side roads
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Note: This property requires a refundable Good House Keeping Bond prior to arrival
1 double bed can be made up as 2 single beds

The property

Dating from 1390, Bull Cottage is one of the oldest cottages in Burford.

This charming and unique Grade II* listed property is a local icon featuring in the Pevsner Architectural Guide for historical buildings in England.

A fine example of the era, it retains many of the original features still to this day.

Medieval arches, aged timber beams and flagstone floors are all over 600 years old, quite outstanding.

The kitchen is fully equipped for a foodie's delight, while the two large reception/ Living Rooms are very much the heart of the house.

With Burford's shops and cafe's no more than 25 yards away, you couldn't be better situated for a truly Cotswolds experience.

This is another exceptional cottage in the heart of Burford, ideal for families or couples who love the Cotswolds.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

Burford

Burford is possibly one of, if not THE most famous of the Cotswolds' locations. With its medieval bridge, old stone houses and attractive Tudor and Georgian frontages, Burford is justifiably one of the most picturesque towns in England. Often referred to as the 'Gateway to the Cotswolds', the town was originally a fortified Anglo-Saxon ford which later grew to be an important regional crossroads and wealthy wool town. Located mid way between Oxford and Cheltenham (25 mins each away) it is a little haven of history and beauty that many come to fall in love with when they visit.

The 16th century Tolsey building, once the meeting place for medieval merchants, now houses The Tolsey Museum, a delightful local museum illustrating the town's social and industrial past. The church is stunning, a real gem architecturally with many interesting memorials charting some of Burford's great families. There is also the signature, on the baptisimal font, of Antony Sedley, one of the Levellers besieged in the church in 1649 - three of the ringleaders were executed by Oliver Cromwell's men in the churchyard. History awaits!

With little changing over the centuries, Burford is now very popular with visitors, both for its beauty and history but also for its shopping and antiques, and for the wide variety of places to eat, with restaurants, pubs and teashops. It is an ideal base for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all with 25 minutes from the property.

NOTE: This property has a £200 good housekeeping bond This amount is automatically shadowed when the booking is made

1 x double bed can be made up as 2 single beds. Please request at least 2 weeks prior to arrival.

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

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Reviews & Ratings

“What a beautiful characterful cottage in a fantastic location.”

“Our only issue with this property was the front door key it was hard to manage and the key needs maybe some lead on it to make it easier in the lock.”

“Second time we have stayed at Bull Cottage.”

“Bull Cottage is by far the most interesting holiday home we‘ve ever stayed in with the old and crooked floors, the stone arches, the beautiful old beams.”

“What a wonderful cottage to spend a relaxing break in.”

“Only one minor issue was there was never enough hot water for four showers.”

“It was a lovely home away from home!”

“Really special cottage, absolutely wonderful location and such character, lack of parking wasn't really a problem.”

“We LOVED staying at Bull Cottage.”

“A sublime property.”

“We were very pleased with the house but would like to comment on some points:There was no green box in the garden for food rubbish.”

“A lovely cottage with a lot of character, a great location and a well equipped kitchen.”

“I was assured after particularly asking the question that certain provisions would be provided in the cottage - ie milk, coffee, tea, orange juice, biscuits, crisps, loo paper, logs etc.”

“Great cottage and very well equipped.”

“You made our stay so memorable.”

“Bull Cottage is outstanding, impossible to find fault.”

“It’s a beautiful, comfortable and interesting cottage and was very convenient for the shops.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful old 13th century cottage with all its quirky features including the uneven flagstones in parts of the dining room floor.”

“It would have been helpful if we could have arrived at 4 pm as we had a 3 year old child who goes to bed at 6.”

“Overall we had a lovely time but I think the listing should draw attention to the fact that this property is not really suitable for old people who are unsteady on their feet and young children.”

“Bull Cottage is just wonderful.”

“Beautiful, characterful cottage in a superb location.”

“Bull Cottage is exactly as described!”

“Fantastic stay at Bull Cottage.”

“Charming Cottage very well located and right next door to lovely pub with large garden.”

“Excellent accommodation, as soon as we walked in the door it was fantastic.”

“Excellent accommodation ( larger than our own desres in fact ) All mod cons supplied.”

“That it was an amazing g cottage.”

“Amazing place and fantastic location.”

“We loved Bull cottage for all the above reasons.”

“This cottage is absolutely charming, it has retained the character of the building but has also been updated with modern facilities.”

“Possibly the best cottage we have ever stayed in over our 25 years’ as a Sykes customer.”

“Only negative was there wasn’t any information on cooker/ microwave/ washer.”

“Beautiful cottage with every amenity.”

“Bull Cottage was perfect: clean, comfortable, close to everything, easily reached by public transport, and an architectural delight.”

“We had a fantastic week at this lovely cottage.”

“This house is very well equipped, well maintained, and very nicely furnished.”

“We have stayed in hundreds of hotels and holiday rentals over the years in many countries and this has to be up there with the best!”

“Bull Cottage was a great place to stay in Burford.”

“The cottage was warm,cosy, and right next door to a lovely pub.”

“Bull Cottage was a fabulous experience.”

“This was the first time that I booked a home with Manor Cottages.”

“We had a wonderful stay at Bull Cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage in the perfect location”

“We had a wonderful stay at Bull Cottage.”

“A lovely cottage, very well appointed and comfortable.”

“We absolutely loved this cottage, a typically cotswold house, a listed house, very old but very comfortable, in the Centre of the picturesque town of Burford, with lots of pubs and shops, the house was very clean, we highly recommend this cottage!”

“A really lovely character cottage in the heart of Burford.”

“Really lovely (not to mention historic) property in a wonderful setting.”

“â€œGreat place to stay in Burford.”

“The cottage was quite lovely.”

“Love the atmosphere of the cottage.”

“Bull Cottage is absolutely charming -- it's genuinely old and full of character, with wonderful wood beams and medieval architectural features, complemented by discretely modern bathrooms and kitchen.”

“Wonderful cottage, great space and we really enjoyed our stay.”

“We absolutely LOVED the cottage.”

“GREAT LOCATION, VERY HOMELY, BEAUTIFULLY DONE OUT, CLEAN & LUXOURIOUS”

“Lovely cottage, central, ancient, quirky.”

“Cotswolds speak for themselves, and Burford is a lovely base from which to see the surrounding countryside.”

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Burford