Holiday Cottages In Cold Brayfield To Rent

- Ruth A, August 2014 - verified booking

"Welcoming owners greeted us with wine, bread, milk and eggs. Cottage is very clean and appears recently fitted out and decorated. Kitchen area was well-equipped with utensils and crockery and bed was very comfortable. Addressing the issues in the negative March review, I would say that the shower and chairs seem perfectly safe to me (I have 20 years insurance claims experience). There was sufficient storage space with a chest of drawers, bedside drawers and a small wardrobe. The sofa, although small, was comfortable for two people, or one snoring, stretched-out dog (please use the blue throw provided or bring your own throws if your hound insists on being a couch potato). Access to cottage is safe - you just need to reverse in to ensure you can see up and down road when you drive out. Or park in the street. There is traffic noise from the street outside and the nearby A427. We are from London and used to traffic noise, but it may disturb some people. The village is very picturesque and offers some pleasant walks. Nearby there is East Carlton Country Park (walks and craft shops), Foxton Locks (canal walks, boat trips and pubs with big gardens) and Rutland Water (walking, biking, boating and cafes). The local countryside and villages are very pretty. We would suggest two things that would improve the cottage for us. A gate on the patio area to keep nervous or lively dogs closely confined (the yard is gated but horses etc pass by which excite my dog no end), and wi-fi. Mobile signal was non-existent for Vodafone and very weak for 3 (I could intermittently get online with 3 at the table, or on the patio, but the only reliable signal could be obtained while sitting in the car in the parking area). Wi-fi would help enormously."

Ruth A - verified booking

"Welcoming owners greeted us with wine, bread, milk and eggs. Cottage is very clean and appears recently fitted out and decorated. Kitchen area was well-equipped with utensils and crockery and bed was very comfortable. Addressing the issues in the negative March review, I would say that the shower and chairs seem perfectly safe to me (I have 20 years insurance claims experience). There was sufficient storage space with a chest of drawers, bedside drawers and a small wardrobe. The sofa, although small, was comfortable for two people, or one snoring, stretched-out dog (please use the blue throw provided or bring your own throws if your hound insists on being a couch potato). Access to cottage is safe - you just need to reverse in to ensure you can see up and down road when you drive out. Or park in the street. There is traffic noise from the street outside and the nearby A427. We are from London and used to traffic noise, but it may disturb some people. The village is very picturesque and offers some pleasant walks. Nearby there is East Carlton Country Park (walks and craft shops), Foxton Locks (canal walks, boat trips and pubs with big gardens) and Rutland Water (walking, biking, boating and cafes). The local countryside and villages are very pretty. We would suggest two things that would improve the cottage for us. A gate on the patio area to keep nervous or lively dogs closely confined (the yard is gated but horses etc pass by which excite my dog no end), and wi-fi. Mobile signal was non-existent for Vodafone and very weak for 3 (I could intermittently get online with 3 at the table, or on the patio, but the only reliable signal could be obtained while sitting in the car in the parking area). Wi-fi would help enormously."

David - verified booking

"S33558 is wonderful and we'll certainly look to return if staying in that area again. A lovely modern two floor detached building behind the main (owner's) property, there is ample secure parking in a graveled parking area (lit on a sensor in the evenings) accessed via the private driveway running past the main house - you can park within a few feet of the front door. Key-safe is on the wall next to the front door containing the two sets of door keys. Nice peaceful lawn/garden and patio area at the rear of the building. Owners provided useful information in advance via phone/email and in person were warmly welcoming and available for assistance throughout the stay (though no help was actually needed) but kept to themselves and did not impose.Bedroom (comfy bed) and bathroom are downstairs with kitchen / lounge / breakfast bar upstairs, which is unusual, but works well. Immaculately clean, tastefully laid out, fitted, furnished and decorated. Useful and easy to follow folder of information on using the heating and cooking equipment and local amenities. Particularly loved the additional touches of providing a loaf of bread with butter-spread and chilled bottle of Prosecco (the latter of which was very welcome after long drive). Also utilized the DVDs and board games in the evenings.The only elements it lacked (which can't be helped and were not of concern to us anyway) were that it was not in scenic surroundings - so no stunning views - and the building itself is plain and functional. In all important aspects, however, 10/10."

- Robert H, January 2018 - verified booking

"What a great choice we made staying here! S2814 is situated in a beautiful village, Stoke Albany and is perfectly located close to nearby Market Harborough and areas of local interest. S2814 is single story accommodation which is beautifully presented, fully equipped and immaculate – as though it has just been newly converted. The main living/dining area has a leather two seater couch, dining table for two and a kitchen which has just about anything and everything you might need for a self-catering stay. The bedroom has plenty of drawer space and a single wardrobe for items that need to be hung with king-size bed and a modern en-suite shower room. The whole accommodation absolutely spotless and gleaming. The owners clearly care for their guests and the welcome pack was very much appreciated. We stayed with our Giant Schnauzer and there was plenty of space for us even with her dog bed and we appreciated too the considerately provided dog towel and throw. Stoke Albany itself enjoys walks straight from your door and to round off the day you can enjoy a tipple in the friendly local pub, The White Horse. On our second day the area had a massive downfall of snow so we were able to fully enjoy the underfloor heating, staying warm and cosy as the snow storms continued. We are expecting to return early in 2018 and without doubt will choose to stay at S2814 if available – we couldn’t have asked for more!"

Allan - verified booking

"This was an delightful weekend from beginning to end. After spotting this gorgeous cottage on the Internet, I called the booking agency to make enquiries. The agent was absolutely superb and we couldn’t have asked for better booking service.We then received all of the information we required about the cottage including directions and contact details via email. We arrived at the cottage to a very warm welcome by the owner Will. When we entered the cottage it had a wonderful relaxed, soft and comfortable feel to it and had everything we needed. Lovely views of the sheep grazing and beautiful walk down to the charming little pond. We barbecued in the evenings and made our way down to the quaint little pub in the village for lunch which had great food. We will definitely be returning to S42601 on a yearly basis and cannot thank Will, his wife and family for a truly wonderful and memorable weekend in the country.Allan, Javier and friends."