Guests say
The Old School House is a charming and peaceful cottage in a picturesque Cotswolds village, praised for its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and tranquil setting. Guests appreciate its cosy atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and convenient location for exploring local attractions. While most found it comfortable and homely, some noted minor maintenance issues and suggested improvements to soft furnishings and kitchenware. Overall, the property offers a delightful base for a relaxing countryside break.
The majority of guests found the cottage spotlessly clean and well-presented, with only a couple of mentions of dusty furniture. Cleanliness is consistently highlighted as a positive aspect.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, beautiful village setting, and proximity to Cotswolds attractions. Guests enjoyed the quiet surroundings and easy access to nearby towns and walking routes.
Most guests found the cottage cosy and comfortable, but several reviews mention sagging sofas, hard chairs, and less comfortable beds in some rooms. Improvements to soft furnishings would enhance comfort further.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with a modern kitchen and all essentials provided. Some guests noted mismatched or limited kitchenware, a leaking roof, and minor maintenance issues, but these did not detract significantly from their stay.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
With woodland nearby, this detached property is perfect for those looking to enjoy a walking holiday whilst observing the local wildlife..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Payphone. Garden with south-facing patio and garden furniture. Private parking. No smoking.. In a secluded village, with beautiful views over the Evenlode Valley, this detached holiday cottage is built of mellow stone, and in summer it is garlanded with roses. Once part of the Wychwood Forest, the landscape here now has pockets of woodland, with deer and other wildlife to be observed. A walking and touring paradise, it is ideal for the Cotswolds towns and villages, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwick, Kenilworth, Blenheim, Cheltenham and Oxford. Further afield are the Malvern Hills, the ancient Forest of Dean and Gloucester, with its historic docks and cathedral.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Cotswold Motoring Museum
- Burford Garden Center
- Cotswold Wildlife Park And Gardens
- Crocodiles Of The World
- Blenheim Palace
Reviews (23)
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Confirmed Guest
Absolutely wonderful stay at the Old School House. Spotless, everything you need in the kitchen. Everything you need in bedrooms.Fluffy towels.There were no local amenities which is exactly what we wanted so I’ve still given 5* for that.Information folder helpful and ability to contact manager if needed (we didn’t need).Lovely holiday, thank you
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Stephanie Picker
It was wonderful to be back in ICOMB, A place l have visited for many years, our first time staying in THE OLD SCHOOL HOUSE. We both really enjoyed our stay, as it lovely and clean ,beds were very comfortable hence good night's sleep,it was warm and cosy. Yes l would highly recommend OLD SCHOOL HOUSE, I will look forward to returning again Thank you for a lovely holiday ..
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Glenda Greendale
The Old School House was a wonderful oasis in a beautiful Cotswolds village. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and had everything we needed. Thank you so much