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6 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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3 Bathrooms
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Pets Yes
Features
- Electric vehicle charging
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
34 Customer Reviews
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"Delightful cottage which we all enjoyed."
a wee home from home. very relaxed. thank you
Thank you for your feedback, we are so pleased to hear you had a wonderful stay and we hope you made the most Burford High Street and the lovely Shops and Restaurants. We would love to welcome you again soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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"Wonderful property that is deceptively large."
Lovely location, 5 minutes walk into Shilton and perfectly situated for exploring the Cotswolds. Kitchen extremely well equipped in terms of utensils, saucepans, plates etc. Had everything we could have needed and more. There were also lots of board games, toys etc for our children to play with and a very informative information pack. Bedrooms and bathrooms were very clean. The only thing to note is that the bed in the garden room was very small. So it would be very snug with two adults sharing!
Thank you for this lovely review. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay at Friesland Cottage and lovely the location too. We hope to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"Whilst this is a beautiful house, the downstairs toilet did not work during our stay."
There was no hot water when required on mornings when 4 adults required showers/baths. The separate outside garden room was cold and lots of steps inside and out to access the garden and inside the house, we had a person with limited mobility in our group. A bit disappointed with accomodation.
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"A very comfortable cottage with facilities all as described."
It was, by far, the best cottage we have ever booked for our family's needs. The farm shop behind the cottage was well stocked and the owner "Camilla" was very friendly. The very local "Shilton Honey" sold there was excellent.
Thank you for your feedback with regards to your recent stay at Friesland Cottage. It's wonderful to hear it was the 'Best Cottage you have ever booked for your family'. We are lucky to have lots of fabulous farm shops around. I do hope you managed to also enjoy Cotswold Wildlife Park and Blenheim, highly recommend to visit with all ages. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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"The cottage was great we loved every minute of our stay."
Would definitely stay again. The layout of the main cottage plus the annex worked perfectly for four adults. The cottage was lovely and warm with the added benefit of the wood burners. Loved it!
We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay and the space worked well for you. We hope we can welcome you back again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
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"Great property we loved it - but we did have to modify our meals because of the limited cooking facilities."
We were very grateful that we hadn't booked it for Christmas week. We also found the dishwasher to be unpredictable.
Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Friesland Cottage. It sounds like you had a lovely New Year in Burford and I hope you made the most of the lovely places to visit local. We will pass on your comments regarding the dishwasher to Managed Services for review, so thank you. Property Owner
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"Gorgeous cottage in lovely village location."
Very clean, spacious and cosy. Wifi temperamental and challenging when working remotely. Only one third of the aga was in use and unfortunately the top oven on that only worked as a grill (it should work as an oven but however we tried, we couldn’t get it to switch on). This left us with one very small oven which, when cooking a meal for six, meant we had to cook in batches. Just letting you know in case it is booked for Christmas as you’d struggle to do a roast! Other than that, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. WiFi service in rural areas, is not always the same as in towns, so we are unable to guarantee service. We are sorry to hear that you had issues with the aga. Thank you for notifying us, so we can send maintenance out to investigate. We are pleased that you liked the cottage and its location. Best wishes Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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"The cottage was so lovely, very homely and comfortable and great for groups as the open plan kitchen/dining area was the perfect size."
Comfortable beds, nice bathrooms & great outdoor space. The location is great as really close to lots of amenities and a lovely pub which does great food and was in walking distance. Would highly recommend and definitely visit again.
Thank you for providing us with such lovely feedback on your stay at Friesland Cottage. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time away and took full advantage of the beautiful surrounding area! We hope to welcome you again one day soon! Best wishes, Manor Cottages. Property Owner
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"What wonderful cottage."
Beautifully appointed. Immaculate inside. Everything one could want. Gorgeous kitchen and lots of space for friends and family to sit and eat. Perfect place for a big get together. Gorgeous Cotswold Village and great pub five minutes walk in the village. Back next year!
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"Simply stunning cottage and stunning location."
Gorgeous kitchen perfect for entertaining and a big group meal. Perfect pub five minutes walk away. Beautifully decorated. Spotlessly clean. Kitchen very well stocked. Kids loved it. Will definitely be back next year.
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"Everything was lovely and we enjoyed our stay."
However, we received an email two days before arriving to say the Aga hadn't passed its safety test, so was therefore switched off. It was on the description and in photos so was part of our decision in picking the house as we were catering Christmas for 7 people. We also noticed when we arrived that the wine fridge was off. There were also some areas very dirty, especially under the sofa, which we moved when my son lost some of his toys
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"We had a wonderful time at Friesland."
Perfectly located, short work to great pub and short drive to Burford. Equipped and furnished to a high standard, a real Cotswold cottage. Planning a return visit!
Thank you so much for leaving us such lovely feedback on your stay at Friesland Cottage! It's brilliant to hear that you took advantage of the pub and visited Burford as well! We can't wait to welcome you back again in the future! Property Owner
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"The cottage was absolutely stunning and perfect for our stay."
The only slight issue we faced was not being able to get the heating working, however we rang the out of hours number, and someone was out to fix it within the hour - brilliant service. Can’t recommend it enough!
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased the heating issue was sorted quickly and efficiently and you were able to enjoy your stay. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner
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"The annexe bed is TOO SMALL for 2 people!"
there is only one bedside cabinet in there - the television is in the wrong place to watch There is plenty of room in the annexe and a king size bed without a frame would have made a massive difference to our night sleep (or lack of it) that said we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thought the cottage was lovely.
Thank you for talking the time to feedback on your stay at Friesland Cottage. We're sorry that you felt the bed was too small in the annex . It is a small space and the owner has chosen the furniture to suit that but we appreciate that everyone has different preferences when it comes to a good night's sleep! Thank you for your suggestion of a larger bed as we appreciate all ideas for improvement. It's great to hear that this didn't have such an impact on your stay and you were still able to have a lovely stay in this lovely cottage! Property Owner
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"Very nice and comfortable although there were no logs to help us start off the woodburner as listed in the welcome pack."
Thank you for your feedback. We're so sorry that there were no logs left for you and hope that you were warm enough with just the central heating. It's lovely to hear that you found the place nice and comfortable - you're always welcome to return! Property Owner
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"A superb stay at a well appointed and very comfortable cottage."
The only slight niggle was the lack of a cafetière and a missing welcome pack ( with details such as WiFi codes) we managed to work everything out and would thoroughly recommend this property.
Thank you for your feedback regarding your stay. It's lovely to hear you enjoyed your stay and we are sorry if the cafetiere and welcome pack was missing, we ill get Housekeeping to check and replace if necessary. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner
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"Overall, we enjoyed our stay at this beautiful cottage in this gorgeous location in the English countryside."
The house was well equipped and there was ample space for our group of 5 adults. It's a lovely historic building, typical to the area and we particularly enjoyed the local pub.
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"Amazing cottage and amazing location."
We had a wonderful weekend. Perfect location for exploring the Cotswolds. Gorgeous country pub five minutes walk down the hill. Beautifully appointed interiors. If party kitchen. Log burners, boards games and plenty of fine wine! A weekend to remember.
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"Thank you for a great stay - we stopped here whilst working in the local area."
The check in process and communication with the hosts very easy to sort and the cottage was lovely.
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"Lovely spacious space in a character cottage in the country, recommended."
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"We had a great time in the cottage."
We booked very last minute and despite that the house a ready and clean when we arrived. The kids adored the built in bunk bed and the kitchen was lovely and welcoming. We had nice long walk in the fields around and even bumped into some Lamas!!! We’ll go again
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"Lovely property and great location!"
Would definitely stay here again.
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"Lots of communal space in the kitchen and lovely, comfortable rooms."
Great countryside, close to interesting places. Cotswold Wildlife Park is 5 minutes up the road and was fabulous.
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"What a great place."
Like home from home. Beautifully decorated and stylish interior. Comfortable beds! Everything provided for you and stunning village. Great traditional pub down the hill just a few mins walk and very convenient for exploring the Cotswolds. Loved the kitchen area- great place for entertaining. You can sit out in the garden and watch the world go by. Pop in to Burford for the great restaurants and some shopping. Easy access to Oxford as well. A lovely week away.
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"We loved our stay this weekend - only regretting to not stay longer!"
Thanks, would come again :)
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"Character cottages are accurate in their description and I highly recommend them."
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"A beautiful cottage, very luxurious and well-maintained, which was easy to reach for all our family who gathered for a 65th birthday party reunion."
Space, warming AGA, time to relax and chat and let the little ones meet each other. Rain didn't totally spoil our trip as we had a lovely afternoon in nearby Burford. Delicious Sunday lunch at the Rose & Crown, local pub/restaurant in Shilton. Thank you.
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"We had perfect weekend with both of our parents and children."
The house was amazing and the garden setting was beautiful. It was lovely to spend the afternoon in the garden and use the barbecue as we had fantastic weather. We had a meal out at the local pub on Friday evening as we had reserved a table. It was very warm and welcoming pub and food was excellent. We really enjoyed relaxing in the kitchen diner area for breakfast and then we also used the living room after dinner to relax and play some of the many board games within the house.
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"Great location."
Well equipped cottage. Plenty of room for us all. Really enjoyed our stay (being snowed in on Sunday was a bonus!.
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"Absolutely amazing stay."
Everything was just perfect thank you so much.
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"We had such a wonderful stay at the cottage, everything about it was top class, we would love to stay there again in the future."
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"Wonderful cottage - fully and luxuriously equipped."
Safe environment for a toddler despite being a period property. , Mark
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"A beautiful cottage in a pretty village - quintessential Cotswolds!"
The property has everything you could wish for: well equipped, comfortable, stylish, impeccably clean with plenty of space to spread out. The walk to Burford and back was just the right length to justify lunch at the Rose & Crown. We have already recommended Friesland Cottage to a number of friends!
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"A beautiful and large cottage with a lovely mix of old features and new conveniences."
The owners have good taste and left everything you could possibly want to have a home from home stay. It's the perfect distance from the road, the village and the pub. We look forward to trying to stay there again in the summer. We would recommend it to anyone. Thanks so much for a lovely stay! Also well managed by this company. Tom Easton
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Summary
- Three bedrooms: 1 x double with a Smart TV and an en-suite roll-top bath, digital walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x double, 1 x bunk beds
- Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
- Cloakroom with basin and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room with woodburning stove
- Electrical vehicle charging point is available at an additional cost
- Gas central heating with 2 x wood burning stoves
- An AGA module which consists of 4 gas hobs an electric roasting oven (Temp range 220c-240c) with grill and a simmering oven (Temp range 115-140c), microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Nescafe coffee machine, kettle, toaster, 2 x hair dryers
- 3 x Smart TVs, 1 x DVD players, 2 x Sonos multi-room speakers, WiFi, selection of books, board games, DVDs and outdoor games, selection of children’s toys
- Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove 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
- Highchair and cot available
- Off-road parking for 4 cars
- Lawn garden with furniture, charcoal barbecue (without coal), croquet set, outdoor games and a covered well.One Pet allowed
- Shop 2.4 miles, pub 0.7 miles
- Electrical vehicle charging point is available at an additional cost of £50 per week on a pro rata basis
The property
Welcome to Friesland Cottage, a stunning 17th Century cottage in the quaint and historic village of Shilton, near Burford.
It is perfectly situated by Burford, the “Gateway to the Cotswolds”, the perfect spot for relaxing and exploring the Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The cottage has a tranquil setting, and you will be impressed with its spacious and airy rooms, tasteful interiors, beautiful flagstone flooring and contemporary colour palate.
Contemporary but still full of traditional charm.
The cottage boasts a large open-plan kitchen diner with ample space for sitting and chatting whilst preparing meals.
The kitchen has a large modern table with bench seating to accommodate up to six people very comfortably.
There is a comfy sofa, coffee table and occasional chair for a cup of tea or coffee whilst the cooks prepare the feast, be it large or small.
The kitchen has a glass extension that allows light to flood in and gives a sense of nature whatever the weather outside.
There is a sought-after farmhouse sink that with two sets of taps so food preparation and washing up is easily done, as well as a dishwasher.
There is also a washer-dryer.
There is an AGA module which consists of 4 gas hobs, an electric roasting oven with grill and a simmering oven.
There are separate large sized fridge and freezer for ample food storage.
There is a microwave, coffee machine, kettle and 4 slice toaster.
You will find a very well-equipped kitchen with all the utensils you may need for cooking comfortably-be that as much or as little as you prefer.
There is a large central island with integral wine racks.
The kitchen in Friesland really is the hub of the property and a home away from home.
The snug entrance hall is the perfect place to leave your bags and boots after a day out.
There are books and board-games to relax and keep the little ones busy.
The lounge is cosy and filled with all the charm of a country cottage.
Relax with a glass of wine and curl up with a book in front of the log burner or watch something on the Smart TV.
There are two comfortable sofas and a love seat to accommodate guests.
Upstairs you will find 3 well-appointed bedrooms.
The tastefully decorated master bedroom has a double bed with built in wardrobes and a large chest of drawers along with bedside storage cabinets and a smart TV.
The master en-suite bathroom comes off this room with a lovely cast iron bath and walk in shower.
It is a perfect bathroom for unwinding after a long day enjoying the outside areas.
The second bedroom has a traditional Victorian style bed with a large chest of drawers to store clothes.
There is a second smaller bathroom next to it.
The third and smallest bedroom has a built-in double bunk bed arrangement with integral storage, perfect for little ones with cosy built in shelves to store their treasures and books whilst away from home.
The bunk beds are a full single mattress in size and so accommodate both adults and children.
Outside you will find a traditional country cottage garden with mature shrubs and fruit trees, a large garden table and chairs for outside dining, and a charcoal BBQ for al fresco dining.
There is also an electric car charging point.
This is available for use at a nominal fee.
This fabulous three bedroom property welcomes a large family or group of friends to enjoy a self-catered escape to the heart of the breath-taking Cotswold countryside.
The cottage can accommodate 4 cars off road on its drive and is superbly positioned just a few minutes from town of beautiful Burford, with its delightful shopping and eateries and Carterton for all your needs.
Resting on the cool waters of the Shill Brook, within the Shill Valley, Shilton will transport you back in time.
You will enjoy the location with its Cotswold Stone houses and cottages and the beautiful 12th century Church of the Holy Rood.
It has a fine pub, The Rose and Crown, which is a welcoming traditional pub that offers delicious home cooked food and great atmosphere to have a drink in.
From the village center you will find a lovely pathway to Burford.
Explore the path to Alvescot from the back of the Churchyard.
It is a very special spot.
You should even have a coffee sitting by the brook on the village bench.
It is a peaceful spot to watch the world slowly go by.
Burford high street is always worth visiting and has a large assortment of delicatessens, butcher, Co-op, fashion and shoe shops, antique centers and interior design shops and services, not to mention excellent restaurants.
There is plenty of choice in Burford.
You will find two large supermarkets in Carterton, both ASDA and Morrisons.
Petrol is easily available in ASDA and the nearest spot to fill up for your convenience.
Supermarket home deliveries are also easily possible to the cottage.
In the surrounding areas you will find an interesting variety of places to visit that cover all potential interests.
Just east of Shilton is the Kilkenny Lane country park.
Just west and two minutes' drive from Shilton is the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens as well as the Crocodiles of the World Zoo that offers visitors the chance to get up close and personal with over fifteen species of these exotic creatures.
Don’t forget to visit the Burford Garden Centre, which is a spectacular place.
You can buy anything from plant bulbs as a souvenir of your time away, right through to impressive art works or bespoke pottery and furniture.
The café is fantastic.
Again, spoilt for choice!
Blenheim Palace (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Woodstock is worth visiting and is a simply stunning day out for both adults and children alike.
Oxford is only a short distance away and worth seeing.
The best option is to park at the Pear Tree Park and Ride and use the bus to go into town and enjoy the wealth of museums, historic buildings and excellent food and retail there.
Shilton is also perfectly placed for exploring the rest of the Cotswold towns and villages like Morton-in -Marsh, Bourton on the Water and smaller beautiful villages too.
There really is so much to see and do in this area
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
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.
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**The roadworks will be on Hen n’ Chick Lane between the 5th and 24th of July, so there will be no access to Shilton from the A361. Access to the village will only be from the B4020 during this period.**
Note: WiFi signal can be quite weak in some parts of the cottage.
" 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: The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk.
The oil-fired part of the AGA is not in use, however guests are able to use the AGA module alongside which consists of gas hobs, an electric roasting oven with grill and a simmering oven as alternatives.
Electrical vehicle charging point is available at an additional cost of £50 per week on a pro rata basis
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas