Dolphin House

4.7★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
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

27 Customer Review(s)

Kathleen
September 2024

“An excellent cottage which was clean, well equipped and in a great location to enjoy the many cafes, pubs, shops and attractions in beautiful Burford and the surrounding area.”

We enjoyed our stay and would recommend.

We enjoyed our stay and would recommend.

- Kathleen, September 2024

Thank you so much for the fabulous feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and happy that you would recommend the property. Kind Regards, Manor Cottages Property Owner
James September 2024

“The property was absolutely amazing and was a dream in every way possible.”

The living space with fireplace, kitchen, conservatory and bedrooms were all incredible - clean and welcoming. It was also in a great spot within Burford. At the top of the high street and near to all the shops, coffee bars and pubs but was peaceful and quiet at nightime. I would highly recommend this property to anyone thinking of visiting the area. The bonus for us is they accept pets so our dog thoroughly enjoyed it too.

- James, September 2024

We are thrilled to hear that you had a lovely stay and that the property was a dream in every way. It sounds like you made the most of your time exploring what the area has to offer and we're happy that your dog enjoyed the break too! Kind Regards, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Charlotte June 2024

“Wonderful house situated in the heart of Burford.”

It was cosy, immaculately clean and beautifully furnished. Our only issue was the fact that the dogs pictured and in photos were not available for a cuddle

- Charlotte, June 2024

Thank you for lovely review. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Dolphin House but sorry to hear that you missed cuddles with the dogs! We would love to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Robert April 2024

“Low doorways were an issue for some party members.”

Parking arrangements could be clearer on the listing, they were clear in the property handbook. More mugs would be useful.

- Robert, April 2024

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your recent stay at Dolphin House. We are sorry that there wasn't enough mugs for you, this was an oversight from the housekeepers as there is spare in the cellar. This has now been rectified. We shall also look at the parking arrangements we have available on the listing to make it more clear for future guests. We hope you managed to enjoy the local sites in Burford and the surrounding areas. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Colin March 2024

“Overall a great rental property with character, good facilities and excellent location.”

Only complaint is that it was short on mugs and glasses. Only 6 mugs and 8 water glasses meant constant washing up. Could also do with a teapot

- Colin, March 2024

Thank you for your feedback and pleased to hear you had a lovely stay. We are sorry that there wasn't enough mugs and water glasses for you, this was an oversight from the housekeepers as there is spare in the cellar. This has now been rectified.There was a teapot at the property, so we shall look to replace. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Carole December 2023

“A beautiful property with everything needed for a Christmas family get together.”

Decorations and tree were perfect. The only thing that would have enhanced the stay is having an extra set of keys. Sometimes, it's more convenient to come in through the front door and not have to go round the back to the key safe. We would have no hesitation in recommending Dolphin House.

- Carole, December 2023
Julia November 2023

“This is a wonderful house, spotlessly clean and comfortable.”

Very well equipped kitchen, loved having tea towels, dishwasher tablets and washing up liquid there for us. Also tea and coffee and a super welcome pack of goodies! Thank you! Information on website needs to be updated, we arrived at 4pm as per instructions and cleaning staff were expecting us at 5pm. Also the garage is available to use and there is space for two small cars which would have been worth knowing beforehand. Apart from these small issues it was perfect.

- Julia, November 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide this review. We're delighted you loved the house and found it to be so clean and well equipped. Thank you also for bringing to our attention the issue regarding check-in time which is confirmed as 4pm - our apologies for any misunderstanding. We would love to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Linda September 2023

“Dolphin house is so well situated as a base for the surrounding area, and is in a lovely town.”

The furnishings, bedding, and kitchen equipment etc, are a very high standard, and the cottage was very comfortable. Being on the main high St of Burford, local shops were most convenient, and quite a few excellent pubs with good food.

- Linda, September 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time away and took full advantage of the beautiful Burford! We hope to welcome you again one day soon! Best wishes, Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Jackie May 2023

“Very comfortable well equipped house.”

Great location. Do think the dining room chairs are a little low for the height of the table.

- Jackie, May 2023

Many thanks for sharing your feedback. We're very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Dolphin House. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Oscar December 2022

“We loved Dolphin House.”

We were a group of 8 (four couples) who gathered for 5 days over New Years. We were without cars, so the location in Burford was unbeatable -- we could walk to myriad restaurants, stores, and local scenery. The house is in terrific shape, is beautifully decorated and maintained, and provides a very pleasant stay. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking -- though there were a few additional items we would have appreciated, such as a drip coffee maker (there is a Nespresso for making one cup at a time), and many supplies were extremely limited in quantity (dishwasher detergent, bin and recycle bags), which required us to purchase more. While a number of reviews mention street noise, we really didn't notice! Skyes was reasonably good (particularly over the holiday) about responding to a few maintenance issues -- the front door lock was sufficiently sticky that there was one night we couldn't get into the house, they offered a small refund for a non-working fireplace, etc.

- Oscar, December 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that your group enjoyed your New Year's celebrations and stay at Dolphin House. We agree, the location is so convenient and Burford is a bustling town. We will pass on your comments regarding the coffee making facilities and the front door. We do only provide an initial supply of sundries for use in the property. We hope we can welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Janet November 2022

“A beautiful house very comfortable and well equipped.”

In a great location . Thanks for a great stay

- Janet, November 2022
Joely October 2022

“Great property & great location.”

The house had everything we needed, including towels, kitchen appliances & board games. The house was very cosy & a great size. The conservatory part was a little dirty, however the rest of the house was very clean. The front door is very stiff so would have been helpful to know the trick to get in. However, overall lovely house & would stay again! Thank you

- Joely, October 2022

Thank you for providing this feedback. We're so glad you loved the property and location. Thank you for bringing to our attention the issue with the front door which we have noted. We hope to welcome you again. Manor Cottages Property Owner
Sarah September 2022

“Fabulous house in a wonderful town.”

Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. The house has everything you need and more. Perfect for a family with 2 grown up girls.There are 3 bathrooms all are super. Walks from the house are delightful Pubs in the town and surrounding areas are very welcoming with great beers,wines and food

- Sarah, September 2022

What a lovely review! We're delighted that you and your family enjoyed your stay at Dolphin House and made the most of the surrounding amenities. We hope to welcome you again. Property Owner
Stephen August 2022

“Wonderful stay - thank you”

- Stephen, August 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback regarding Dolphin House. It's great to hear your enjoyed your stay and hopefully you took in some of the local sites Burford has to offer. Manor Cottages Property Owner
Jane May 2022

“Beautiful cottage in a great position.”

We all felt that the in and out times were unfortunate and certainly differed from other companies we have used. There was no ‘welcome pack’ so the note saying there would be one should have been removed. There was a distinct smell of drains which unfortunately prevented us from using the conservatory. Expecting guests to strip their beds is going a little too far, however despite these negative details we all felt we would return.

- Jane, May 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave a constructive feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Regarding the conservatory smell, its been dealt with right after your departure, We ask a local provider to put the welcome pack, we went back to them and they misplaced it. With the check in & out times, we are working hard to try and guarantee earlier check in without compromising the cleaning. We hope to welcome you again soon. Manor cottages Property Owner
Louise February 2022

“Dolphin House is a beautiful property all finished to a very high standard.”

The cottage has ample space and the photos don’t do it justice in that sense - it fits a group of 8 very comfortably. They provided lovely welcoming touches such as a fresh cake from a local bakery, milk and coffee. The location is amazing, right in the centre of Burford access to all the shops and restaurants on your doorstep. We loved our stay and are very much looking forward to returning.

- Louise, February 2022

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Dolphin House. It's always lovely to hear how much a guest has enjoyed their stay and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Klaus October 2021

“Lovely house, beautifully designed, cared for and presented, great location; made just the right environment for a family get-together.”

- Klaus, October 2021

Thank you for choosing Dolphin House for your family get-together! You're always welcome to return! Property Owner
Ian September 2021

“Not really.”

As it is located on the main road it is very noisy but that is not unexpected. On the other hand, at the time of a fuel shortage it was handy being that close to the High Street. Just one thing: It is a bit ridiculous not being able to find the cutlery!

- Ian, September 2021

Apologies, the cutlery is a little difficult to find. More and more modern kitchens have the drawer within a drawer for cutlery to maximise use of space. We're pleased to hear that you were perfectly situated and had the opportunity to enjoy the lovely local area. Property Owner
Sarah September 2021

“What a surprise.”

The photos do not do this house justice. It was such a beautiful home to come back to after a day of walking and wandering along the high St. Only downside is the traffic noise that is there all the hours of day and night.

- Sarah, September 2021

We're so happy to hear that Dolphin House exceeded your expectations. Hopefully, the traffic did not impact your stay and you were still able to enjoy your time at this beautiful property. Property Owner
Brad July 2021

“Dolphin House was a super comfortable home from home.”

Tastefully furnished, well equipped. Burford is beautiful. We would very likely stay here again.

- Brad, July 2021

We're so pleased that you felt at home at Dolphin House! You're always welcome to come back to Burford and stay with us again! Property Owner
Louise July 2021

“We had a wonderful week at Dolphin Cottage, we all loved it and wouldn’t hesitate on returning in the future.”

- Louise, July 2021

Thank you! We'd love to welcome you back to Burford again in the future! Property Owner
Gregory June 2021

“In many respects the property has met our expectations.”

However, a number of problems needed attention, which meant it was not been all we wished for or might reasonably have expected. On arrival there was an offensive drain smell from one of the 1st floor bathrooms. We found there was no coffee pot or teapot provided. Action from the management company remedied these problems the following day. First one, then both ovens ceased to operate between the third and fifth days of our stay. After a visit from an engineer arranged by the management company we had one oven which intermittently worked and then stopped altogether. This affected our ability to cater as we had planned. On the fourth day of our stay the kitchen tap unit came apart, leaking water when used and requiring a plumber to visit and repair it. I do not think it it reasonable to have encountered so many separate problems in a property marketed at this price point and by a company of your reputation. These issues were raised with Sykes in emails on 15th June and 22nd June. No reply has been received as of 1st July

- Gregory, June 2021

We apologise for the issues you experienced during your stay at Dolphin House. At every changeover we attempt to check and repair any issues to avoid maintenance visits during a guest’s time on holiday. Unfortunately we were not aware of the issues prior to your stay but feel we acted quickly and to the best of our ability.The problem with the ovens was particularly unfortunate as the ovens are less than two years old and the Neff engineer subsequently confirmed the fault encountered was very unusual. Apologies that you didn’t hear back from us on the emails sent on the 15th and 22nd June, but for some reason we never appeared to have received them. We hope the subsequent contact with the management team has explained the situation to your satisfaction. Manor Cottages Property Owner
Lorraine May 2021

“The communication from you regarding the booking made everything really easy.”

Everything in the cottage was beautiful and the homemade cake was a lovely touch We couldn’t fault anything and everyone raved about the decor and the comfortable beds We loved it all and will use your company again for sure

- Lorraine, May 2021

Thank you for leaving your comments on Dolphin House, we glad you loveed in and we would love to welcome you back to one of our Cottages in the future. Property Owner
Vicki October 2020

“We have now had several holidays with Sykes and they are now my first port of call for holiday cottages.”

How we were contacted and dealt with during lockdown was exceptional and they made everything very easy. The cottage was superb - beautifully appointed and we all had a much needed break away from life's stresses. We cook a lot on holiday and the kitchen was very well equipped. All in all superb. Thank you x

- Vicki, October 2020

Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments they are very much appreciated. We are glad you enjoyed your much needed break. We hope we will be welcoming you back to one of our cottages very soon. Property Owner
Pamela August 2020

“We had a lovely time in Dolphin House.”

It was the perfect house for our family and the facilities were of excellent quality. We booked it relatively late and it actually wasn't my first choice but how glad I am that we did. I would return without hesitation.

- Pamela, August 2020

We're so pleased you loved your stay at Dolphin House..it a super cottage and great for exploring the surrounding towns and villages from. we hope to welcome you back soon. Property Owner
John January 2020

“We loved the cottage.”

It is very well equipped, nicely furnished and in a great location.

- John, January 2020

Thank you for your lovely comments, we're glad you enjoyed your stay in Dolphin Cottage Property Owner
Amanda December 2019

“Perfect house in a perfect location.”

Was very well stocked with everything we needed so much so that we even managed to cook and serve a full Christmas diner here. The house was beautifully decorated for Christmas too. Lots of lovely homely touches throughout the house, felt more like a home than a holiday let. Top quality property.

- Amanda, December 2019

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Summary

Over three floors
Four bedrooms: 1 x first-floor king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x first-floor king-size, 1 x second-floor king-size, 1 x second-floor twin room
First floor family with bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC
First floor family shower room
Kitchen
Dining room
Ground floor cloakroom
Sitting room
Conservatory
Central heating
Induction hob and oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available (please note no bed linen supplied for the cot)
Off-road parking (restricted space)
Private courtyard garden to the rear of the property with table and chairs
One well-behaved dog welcome
Shops and pubs 0.1 miles.

The property

Nestled in the charming medieval town of Burford, in the Cotswolds AONB, is this delightful Grade II listed townhouse (dating from the late 17th century, with the shop front window being added around 1870, when the property became a bakers).

Inside, the owners have created a smart and welcoming retreat, whilst still retaining many of its original features, which make it such an exceptional cottage.

Internally the cottage benefits from having a gorgeous sitting room with sumptuous sofas and armchairs, a lovely space in which to unwind after a busy day sightseeing.

Pass through the delightful dining room into the superbly appointed kitchen, equipped with all that you could require to create culinary masterpieces.

For some quiet time, venture towards the sunroom at the rear of the cottage and lose yourself in a good book, or have your morning cup of tea whilst the sun rises; a lovely place to sit and relax whatever the season.

On the upper floors you will find the four beautifully presented bedrooms: the first floor having the master bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite shower room, as well as a second king-size bedroom, a full family bathroom as well as a separate family shower room.

Rise to the second floor where you will find two further bedrooms; a twin and a king size double.

At the rear of the cottage is a lovely enclosed, private courtyard garden, complete with garden table and chairs, making a wonderful spot to enjoy the company of friends and family.

Being centrally located in this iconic town, you are just a short walk from all the facilities that this lovely town has to offer; an array of traditional pubs, restaurants and cafés, as well as a well-stocked local supermarket for those last-minute essentials.

History lovers will delight in exploring this lovely setting, with The Tolsey Museum, just across the road from the cottage, being able to point you in the right direction.

You are also ideally located to explore several of the other most famous Cotswold destinations - most notably Stow on the Wold, Bourton on the Water and Chipping Norton, all being just a short drive away.

Dolphin House is the perfect property from which to explore all that the area has to offer.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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About the location

BURFORD

Swinbrook 2.4 miles; Little Barrington 3.5 miles; Minster Lovell 5.6 miles.

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, it 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 midway between Oxford and Cheltenham, 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 change 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 tea shops. It is an ideal base for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudeley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all within ten miles.

Please note: £500 Good Housekeeping Bond (damages deposit) is required.
Please note: Off-road parking at the rear of the property for ONE car (restricted space), please park within the white line to allow pedestrian and wheelchair access for the neighbours and also avoid blocking the garages behind the parking bay. Further roadside parking is available close by.

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Reviews & Ratings

“An excellent cottage which was clean, well equipped and in a great location to enjoy the many cafes, pubs, shops and attractions in beautiful Burford and the surrounding area.”

“The property was absolutely amazing and was a dream in every way possible.”

“Wonderful house situated in the heart of Burford.”

“Low doorways were an issue for some party members.”

“Overall a great rental property with character, good facilities and excellent location.”

“A beautiful property with everything needed for a Christmas family get together.”

“This is a wonderful house, spotlessly clean and comfortable.”

“Dolphin house is so well situated as a base for the surrounding area, and is in a lovely town.”

“Very comfortable well equipped house.”

“We loved Dolphin House.”

“A beautiful house very comfortable and well equipped.”

“Great property & great location.”

“Fabulous house in a wonderful town.”

“Wonderful stay - thank you”

“Beautiful cottage in a great position.”

“Dolphin House is a beautiful property all finished to a very high standard.”

“Lovely house, beautifully designed, cared for and presented, great location; made just the right environment for a family get-together.”

“Not really.”

“What a surprise.”

“Dolphin House was a super comfortable home from home.”

“We had a wonderful week at Dolphin Cottage, we all loved it and wouldn’t hesitate on returning in the future.”

“In many respects the property has met our expectations.”

“The communication from you regarding the booking made everything really easy.”

“We have now had several holidays with Sykes and they are now my first port of call for holiday cottages.”

“We had a lovely time in Dolphin House.”

“We loved the cottage.”

“Perfect house in a perfect location.”

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The property

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About the location

BURFORD