Holiday Cottages In Cold Brayfield To Rent

Dee - verified booking

"My biggest disappointment is that this complex of about 14 or more barn extensions which have been newly built, have not been made accessible for disabled people. This made me quite sad in this day and age, it would not have cost anything for the access to have been ramped rather than building one step up into the accommodations as they have. Their response was it is not advertised as disabled friendly, which is quite hurtful to be alienated like this. Once you are in the building it would have been totally accessible then. Also outside there was no drop kerb to get from the accommodations to some of the facilities such as the laundry or the shared garden areas, which could have been easily done, especially at the step of the laundry which has now caused a water logged area directly into the laundry. A drop kerb could have meant that we could access the accommodation through the bedroom at least. Shame no consideration was given in the build for disabled people and young families. There were at least two of us wheelchair users in the complex at the time also families there with prams, who would have found the access valuable. The barn style accommodations were nice, fitted out with Ikea and rooms clean and spacious. Just the towels could have been cleaner. The grounds are being developed around the farm, there are peacocks that were very beautiful, but not so lovely when they are calling throughout the night and your getting little sleep. So if you are ill or need sleep something to consider. Was difficult to find the complex as no sign posts and had to knock on several doors etc. We were not sent an access code etc as gated entrance so stuck outside for a long time. Would stay there again. Nice play area for children on site. Dog charge expensive especially when you have two to pay for and they don't cause very much cleaning. It also states dogs free of charge but this is not the case once you book. The farm is elephant grass farming so not suitable to take your dogs in those fields, quite muddy. There is a normal field adjacent to the buildings."

Mr BrownMr CoulsonA FlipKey verified reviewerA FlipKey verified reviewer - verified booking

"The owners Debby and Jeff, bent over backwards to ensure our stay was pleasant and comfortable. They went the extra mile to include homely touches, such as Christmas decorations and home baking. We spent 2 weeks in S2442 and found the cottage to be in a quiet location, warm, clean, comfortable and well stocked with kitchen accessories, linen and towels. We highly recommend S2442 Cottage for any occasion. It is a much nicer experience than staying in a motel/hotel! Many thanks Debby and Jeff, and Merry Christmas. Kind Regards Margot and MikeOwner could not have been more helpful. Use of owners outside spa pool, very pleasent. Very good facilities in the bungalow. Shared drive with owner. Bakery, pub and shop in the village. Close to Shuttleworth aircraft collection and other historic properties. Beautiful countryside.Owners were very welcoming, made us feel just at home! The apartment was amazing, more than you can expect! Clean, tidy and very accommodating, with all you need, from entertainment facilities to kitchen essentials! The location is quiet, 30 mins bus journey to nearest center in Hitchin, a car is convenient, be warned very tight roads! Local pub and post-office, 2 min walk from apartment, very beautiful and quiet area perfect for a getaway for a couple, wanting a quiet week alone..."

Irene - verified booking

"Disappointing .....We have stayed at many self catering holiday homes, our initial impression was that hospitality was not up to the normal standards.We recommend the owners review their welcoming....A bottle of wine, some local produce, bread, butter and sometimes we have had local jams.We got 2 slices of very tasty cake...good.....a few packets of tea coffee and drinking chocolate. Milk....And a bowl of fruit...that was it.No toiletries ...most unusual....Not a flower in the place....I also considered the tone of what to do before you leave a little condescending Plus I have never stayed anywhere I have had to strip the beds.I recommend our hosts do more homework and go and experience an excellent holiday rental.The paintwork particularly around the Windows needed attention.The entrance porch had not been swept for a long time...neither had the back porch.Apart from that it was fine...."

Sue - verified booking

"Charming cottage in a wonderful location. The cottage is clean, comfortable and well equipped with appealing furnishing. Although ‘in the middle of nowhere’ being a National Trust property there is the benefit of a house to visit, a café across the Courtyard and wonderful grounds to walk in. Extremely peaceful after hours. We found a good choice of dog friendly pubs to eat in and an invaluable co-op in a nearby village. There are several art and craft studios to tempt you to part with your money and even courses to attend ( which was the purpose of our stay and excellent ). Beware of enormous potholes in roads nearby. The worst I’ve seen anywhere. I’d recommend this cottage and have already booked again so that I can attend another art course in this very special setting!"

A FlipKey verified reviewerA FlipKey verified reviewer - verified booking

"Owner could not have been more helpful. Use of owners outside spa pool, very pleasent. Very good facilities in the bungalow. Shared drive with owner. Bakery, pub and shop in the village. Close to Shuttleworth aircraft collection and other historic properties. Beautiful countryside.Owners were very welcoming, made us feel just at home! The apartment was amazing, more than you can expect! Clean, tidy and very accommodating, with all you need, from entertainment facilities to kitchen essentials! The location is quiet, 30 mins bus journey to nearest center in Hitchin, a car is convenient, be warned very tight roads! Local pub and post-office, 2 min walk from apartment, very beautiful and quiet area perfect for a getaway for a couple, wanting a quiet week alone..."