Guests say
Swan View is a well-received cottage in Southrop, praised for its beautiful garden, cosy atmosphere, and suitability for dogs. Guests appreciate the secure outdoor space and the property's charm, making it a favoured base for exploring the Cotswolds. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is one of comfort and enjoyment, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be spotlessly clean and well-maintained, though a few mentioned minor oversights such as cobwebs and a stain on a rug. The positive remarks far outweigh the few concerns raised.
The location is highly praised for its quiet village setting, proximity to local amenities, and excellent walking opportunities. The secure garden and the nearby closed pub are frequently mentioned, with the overall sentiment being very positive.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Some noted issues with low sofas and chairs, and one mentioned steep stairs, but these comments are relatively few compared to the overall positive feedback.
Facilities are deemed more than adequate, with a well-equipped kitchen and a useful utility room. However, some guests noted the need for updates to the bathroom, kitchenware, and certain pieces of furniture, suggesting room for improvement.
While some guests mentioned a welcome pack including items like milk, wine, and ice cream, there are not enough references to consistently assess the level of thoughtfulness across all stays. It should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Resting in a peaceful lane, in the picture-postcard village of Southrop, next to the village green, is this lovely semi-detached Cotswold stone cottage, Swan View.
With a pretty south-west facing garden, the property is the perfect getaway for a small family or group of friends alike who are seeking a relaxing break in this stunning part of the Cotswolds.
Park-up on the gravel driveway and be welcomed into the entrance hall where you can kick off your shoes and enter into the beautifully-presented sitting room that has wooden flooring and an eye-catching exposed brick fireplace containing a wood and coal burning stove, perfect for getting crackling on a cold winter evening and snuggling up on the sofas to watch a movie on the Smart TV.
A smart and light country-style kitchen provides a space where you can prepare picnics for your walks into the Cotswolds or rustle up a hot meal for your guests with the electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and freezer, and you’ll also find a dishwasher to make cleaning up a breeze!
Tuck into your meals in the lovely dining room at the large wooden dining table, before catching the sunset sat on the Rattan sofa and two chairs in the beautiful conservatory, where French doors lead out to the large, mature rear garden, with planted borders, fruit trees and a lawn area, where you can dine in warmer months underneath the umbrella at the outdoor seating area. Be sure to make use of the charcoal barbecue in summer months!
Back inside, a utility/cloakroom and a snug room complete the ground floor.
When night falls, tuck the kids into bed in the single room which has an additional 75cm wide pull-out single bed available on request, and head into the bight and spacious king-size room to get some rest for the night.
In the morning, make your way into the shower room for an invigorating rinse before getting ready to head out for the day.
Swan View is surrounded by the stunning Cotswolds countryside, and you will find The River Leach runs past the village where there is an abundance of walks from the doorstep of the cottage, including the Cotswolds Walk from Southrop to Eastleach which takes you along the River Leach, across the beautiful Cotswold countryside and on to the pretty village of Eastleach.
Eastleach is a twin village consisting of Eastleach Martin and remains unspoilt by modern times, with more than 60 listed buildings. The two villages are connected by a traditional stone clapper bridge, a series of piers supporting a row of flagstones. The route then returns south, back to Southrop through open countryside.
Burford, the “gateway to the Cotswolds” is close by, which is a town with some fantastic shops, restaurants and tourist attractions including Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens, a landscaped parkland filled with nature and also Tolsey Museum, which has local history, culture, and industry collections.
The market town of Cirencester is well worth a visit, and you will find an array of shops along the Market Place and can brush up on some history at Corinium Museum which shows impressive Roman artifacts that have been well-preserved.
Gather together with your loved ones to enjoy the scenic countryside of the Cotswolds and stay at Swan View.
Southrop is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire. It is situated on the River Leach which is a tributary of the Thames.
It has all the ingredients of a quintessential English village including a 12th century Church adjacent to the Manor House.
The village has a shop and post office, with a village fete taking place there every June which encompasses many talents like a Dog Show and Coconut Shy.
In amongst the quaint setting of the village is a village hall utilised by the local community for taking part in village groups or children’s parties.
Accommodation
Please note NO arrivals ON A sunday without prior notice.
Please note this property sleeps 3 people, plus A 4TH ON A pull OUT BED IF requested, only suitable FOR A child.Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x single (with additional 75cm wide pull-out single available on request only for a child).
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility/cloakroom.
Dining room.
Sitting room with wood and coal burning stove, TV .
Conservatory.
Snug.
Garden.
Oil-fired central heating with wood and coal burning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, NutriBullet, kettle, toaster, hairdryer.
Smart TV, Blu-ray DVD player, telephone, WiFi.
Snug with a small office area including a desk, chair, telephone and additional fridge.
Dining room with seating for up to 8.
Ratan sofa and two chairs in the Conservatory.
Fuel, power and starter pack for wood and coal burning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and cot available.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Lawn garden with furniture, umbrella and charcoal barbecue (without coal) available in summer months.
Two well-behaved dogs or cats welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.8 miles.
£150 Good Housekeeping Bond
Nearby points of interest
- Cotswold Wildlife Park And Gardens
- Swindon and Cricklade Railway
- Cotswold Motoring Museum
Reviews (45)
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Judi
Everything great, thank you for the welcome pack. Only thing we found was that the whole cottage could do with a deep clean. Quite a few cobwebs around in unused areas, eg behind the sofa and along its wall in the conservatory, around socket areas. Heating settings a bit awry as could have been warmer in the mornings and unable to reset (though understand why). Otherwise, great cottage, very comfortable and roomy and would definitely return.
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Neil
Overall we had a pleasant stay as we used this house as a base so we could visit the airshow. A little bemused when the owner turned up on the Monday the 22nd of July expecting the house to be empty as she had planned to stay there!!! An oversight on your part Sykes?? Not the best maintained property as the bathroom window handle was sheared off leaving a jagged edge. The master bedroom had a double socket hanging off the wall with exposed live wires!! We did contact the mobile number on the booking form to report these hazards. The freezer had to be defrosted as the drawers were frozen in place and couldnât be moved and the top of the fridge hadnât ever seen a duster as it was covered with dust. Generally the inside of the house could do with a freshen up as it is looking tired but on a positive note it was comfy and a nice place to stay.
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Andrew
The property is well equipped and very practical with off road parking and a secure rear garden, particularly useful if you have pets. There's plenty of room downstairs with decent size lounge kitchen and dining room plus a nice little conservatory opening onto the garden. Main bedroom is good, didn't use second bedroom. My only one criticism was the placement of the wall mounted cupboard in the utility room which both myself and my wife caught our shoulders on. It was almost empty so I'm not sure what purpose it served. Other than that excellent accommodation.