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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
18 Customer Reviews
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"We really liked this property."
A great location to explore the Cotswolds and surrounding areas. Comfortable accommodation. Very much a place we recommend.
Thank you! Happy that you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"A lovely home from home."
Clean and comfortable. Great location to explore the Cotswolds - Many National Trust properties within 30 mins. Shipston on Stoke is a pretty old-fashioned English town with lots of coffee shops and restaurants and takeaways. Couldn't ask for more. A fab place for a holiday or weekend away.
Thank you for your lovely comments, pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"We had a lovely short break in this beautiful home, very well equipped, warm, so clean and comfortable."
The town has many amenities all within a short walking distance. It is well situated for visiting the Cotswolds and Warwickshire with its many attractions . It is easily one of the best properties we have stayed in and intend to return for a longer stay.
Thank you for the lovely feedback. We hope to see you again! Property Owner
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"Wonderful house clean and everything you need Good parking and central location"
Thank you for your lovely review :-) Property Owner
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"Mary Poppins springs to mind, practically perfect in every way."
Take some slippers, as the carpets are pure quality.
Thanks for the lovely review :-) Property Owner
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"We loved it here!"
It's a super house, great location, clean, spacious and comfortable. Couldn't have asked for anything more. Thanks owner Sally.
So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for the review :-) Property Owner
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"This is the best equipped cottage we’ve ever stayed in."
From a blender to a pastry brush, there’s everything you could possibly think of in the kitchen. The photos do not do this stay justice at all. The rooms are massive, the furniture and doors are too making it look regular sized! We cannot fault a single thing. Perfectly situated for the village (definitely head to Mrs Browns for a cream tea!) and about 20 minute drive from every key location in the surrounding area.
Thanks for your lovely review! Definitely agree re Mrs Browns! Pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"Superb property."
Communication prior to arrival was excellent. Property was easy to find. Exactly as stated in the listing. Gorgeous property with everything we needed for a lovely comfortable stay. Fell in love with this house and would definitely stay again.
Thanks for your lovely review, pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"The holiday home is in a lovely town with lots of eateries on the doorstep."
However, we found the traffic noise quite intrusive on an evening. Areas of improvement for the holiday home would be the addition of a mirror in the 2nd bedroom, currently there is nowhere to dry hair, apply makeup etc. The shower cubicle in master bedroom is in need of a deep steam clean. The grout and silicone sealant are black with mould. My husband slept in the twin room and complained that the mattress was very thin and uncomfortable, more suitable for a child than an adult.
Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate it. I am sorry you found the property noisey, usually people comment on how quiet it is considering the location in the centre of town! I will look at adding a mirror to the 2nd bedroom, however there is a full length mirror on the landing and also there are 3 bathrooms, all with mirrors for applying make-up - I prefer people to use the bathrooms for this purpose to prevent makeup on bed linen etc. The grout in the bathroom is discoloured however it is not mouldy or dirty. You are the first people to complain about the mattresses - others, and my own family have found the beds very comfortable - we have set the house up aimed at a family with a Queen and twin beds however all beds have good quality mattresses quite suitable for adults. Property Owner
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"Comfortable, spacious, well equipped, and clean."
Excellent location in the centre of town where there are numerous good restaurants, pubs and shops. We found a couple of things which needed attention so left a note for the housekeeping staff but these did not affect our enjoyment of the property too much. Would recommend, and would book again if we wanted to explore the Cotswolds further. A very pleasant stay.
Thank you for your lovely review and feedback. Housekeeping is looking into the items you raised. Property Owner
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"Shipston is a very good base to explore the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon, but the house is so lovely and comfortable that you might not want to go out!"
We would have spent another week here gladly!
Thanks for your lovely review. Pleased you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner
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"Very clear joining instructions and details of appliances made it easy for us to settle down quickly in this warm and spacious property."
It was clean and well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. It was very conveniently situated at the centre of town with shops and eating places, yet was peacefully insulated against traffic noise. A lovely base from which to explore beautiful countryside and historic sites; strongly recommended.
Thanks for your kind review, pleased you had an enjoyable stay. Property Owner
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"A lovely big two bedroom property with the added bonus of two bathrooms and a ..."
A lovely big two bedroom property with the added bonus of two bathrooms and a downstairs toilet, the property was very well located in the middle of a nice small town with all facilities close to hand, It was spotlessly clean and had a parking spot right outside, communication with the owner and agent was great Would definitely return
Thank you, so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Would love to have you back! Property Owner
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"Great location."
The cottage is bigger than it looks in the photos and well-equipped. Excellent base for getting to places of interest. Shipston itself is good for shops, pubs, restaurants, takeaways, and everyone was really friendly.
Thank you for your feedback, pleased you enjoyed your time in Shipston. Property Owner
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"What a great find!"
Everything you could possibly need was provided. Setting was just right, parking right outside the door, a little outdoor seating area to take in the sun! Very convenient for south Warwickshire and North Gloucestershire tourist spots Thanks for renting out our beautiful property!
Thank you so much for your feedback, pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner
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"We thoroughly enjoy our stay."
The property was surprisingly quiet considering its location in the town, and nice to have its own car parking space. Shipston is an interesting small town with plenty of individual shops, and is in a very central position for visiting the Cotswolds, South Warwickshire, Gardens/ Country Houses etc. A comfortable and high standard property. Hope to visit again. Alan & Gill.
Thanks for your lovely feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and would love to have you visit again! Property Owner
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"We had a lovely time at the old council house, the property had everything we needed to enjoy our break away."
The location of the property was also perfect with lots of activities available, all within a very reasonable driving distance. The town centre was a short walk away, local shops were great, and people friendly. Would 100% recommend.
Thank you for your kind feedback, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"We had a fabulous stay at No 4."
The cottage was clean, quiet, beautifully appointed and in an excellent location. The village is large enough to have good food,coffee ,interesting boutiques but not too big that it loses its character and is busy.
Thank you for your kind feedback, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
- Cloakroom
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting room
- Utility
- Sitting room with gas-fired woodburning stove
- Gas central heating
- Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
- Smart TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for 1 average sized family car, sorry no large work vehicles or vans
- Free street parking and local car parks for additional vehicles
- Private rear courtyard with furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 0.1 miles
The property
Settled in a central location in the market town of Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire is this lovely two-bedroom holiday home, 4 The Old Council House.
Benefitting from off-road parking, an open-plan living space and enclosed courtyard, as well as boasting close proximity to the Cotswolds AONB, 4 The Old Council House welcomes four guests, ideal for a family seeking to explore this stunning region.
After parking up, enter your new abode to be impressed by the fully-equipped kitchen, homing a great range of appliances guaranteed to ease your self-catered stay; allow the designated chef to cook up a storm as you put your feet up in the inviting sitting room with a cup of tea, making yourself at home in front of the gas-fired woodburner and Smart TV.
Settle down at the dining table to tuck into a feast or enjoy an alfresco delight out in the private courtyard, perfect for soaking up the last of the sun’s rays during warmer months.
When sleep calls, freshen up with use of the sleek bathroom or opt for a lovely king-size bedroom with its very own en-suite facilities so you can beat the morning queues; there is also a twin bedroom to cater for alternative sleeping arrangements.
When you’re ready to explore, venture into the centre of Shipston-on-Stour to enjoy a scenic walk along the River Stour before treating your loved ones to a hearty pub lunch; here you can also find your nearest shop, ideal for stocking up on the essentials.
Further afield, venture into the Cotswolds AONB, discovering Tysoe Windmill, Chastleton House, Bourton house Garden and The Rollright Stones, in addition to a peppering of walking, hiking and cycling trails on offer.
Here, you are also perfectly-positioned to spend the day in the historic city of Oxford, home to Ashmolean Museum, Oxford Castle and Prison and Oxford University Museum of Natural History, guaranteed to excite the history buffs among you.
For a lovely getaway in Warwickshire, book a stay at 4 The Old Council House.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
About the location
SHIPSTON-ON-STOUR
Moreton in Marsh 6 miles; Stratford Upon Avon 11 miles; Warwick 15 miles.
The pretty market town of Shipston-on-Stour boasts many shops, restaurants and pubs, together with a magnificent 17th century church and many riverside walks and cycle routes. Stratford-upon-Avon, with Shakespeare's house, Ann Hathaway's cottage and its famous theatres and monuments, is just 11 miles away. Warwick's medieval castle and the impressive remains of Kenilworth Castle are nearby, as well as the elegant Royal Leamington Spa, with its Georgian and Victorian buildings. Explore the charming towns and villages of the Cotswolds where it is possible to visit places that have remained unchanged for centuries. Moreton in Marsh, Chipping Campden, Stow on the Wold, Broadway and Bourton on the Water, to name but a few, are within easy reach. You can also enjoy two nearby golf courses, horse racing at Stratford, Warwick and Cheltenham (only 40 minutes), the Heritage Motor Museum or walk the Centenary Way. A great holiday destination at any time of the year.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas