Guests say
Chapel Cottage receives high praise for its cleanliness, cosy atmosphere, and beautiful garden, making it a hit with guests and their pets. The property's location in Gloucestershire is appreciated for its privacy and proximity to local attractions. Guests commend the well-equipped kitchen and the thoughtful touches from the host, although some mention minor issues with maintenance and directions.
Most guests find the cottage to be clean and comfortable, with thorough cleaning noted. However, a few guests mention issues with dampness and woodlice, which slightly lowers the score.
The cottage is consistently described as being in a lovely, private setting with convenient access to local sights and amenities, contributing to a high score for location.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with special mentions of the beds and quiet environment. Some concerns about the stairs and noise from the wooden floors are noted.
The property is well-equipped for self-catering, with a fully functional kitchen and garden. However, there are reports of maintenance issues such as a leaking radiator and a non-functioning upstairs toilet, which affect the score.
The host's thoughtfulness is frequently mentioned, with guests appreciating the welcoming touches like cake and wine. It's important to note that such gestures, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Situated just over 4 miles outside of the bustling market town of Stroud in the lovely village of Chalford lies this remarkable cottage. Sitting in the grounds of the owner's fabulous home, this holiday cottage is surrounded by fields and mature woodland with countless walks for you to explore, making Chapel Cottage offers all the peace and tranquility you could wish for.
With quirky upside down living the accommodation is beautifully furnished with excellent attention to detail. The ground floor bedrooms have an adjoining door but can be accessed independently. If you need more space it can be rented alongside October Cottage (Ref 1030106) which is next door . Locally there is a store to get all the essentials you might need and every Saturday the local farmers market is held in Stroud, brimming with local artisan produce! Take the short drive into Stroud town centre and discover a wealth of tourist attractions, including Stratford Park, perfect for a morning stroll with lakeside views. Make sure you explore the surrounding area of the Cotswolds AONB and join any one of the nearby trails for walking, hiking or cycling opportunities. Chapel Cottage is ideal for a short break and restful holiday to the Cotswolds.
Chalford is a pretty village resting in the Frome Valley, in Gloucestershire, England. The village is notable for having two fine arts and crafts movement churches containing work from distinguished local artists and craftsman. Hosting a selection of pubs and restaurants for those fine dining experience, as well as a convenience store for picking up all the essential ingredients for an evening meal. Nestled in the beautiful Cotswolds aonb area, you will have easy access to a number of country trails for all manner of outdoor activities, including access to some lakes and rivers for watersports. For some walking opportunities, venture towards the six-mile circular walk of Laurie Lee Wildlife Way created by the Wildlife Trust, a popular choice for keen walkers. Just over 4 miles from this village is the charming market town of Stroud, home to some tourist hot spots, including Statford Park, the Subscription Rooms and the Cotswolds Playhouse. Chalford is a delightful base for an escape to this rural part of the Cotswolds with your loved ones.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms on ground floor: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom, Kitchen, Living/dining room on the first floor with woodburning stove.
Central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven & hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washing machine, TV, WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Lawned garden and decking area with furniture.
Well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 1 mile
Nearby points of interest
- Corinium Museum
- Cheltenham Racecourse
Reviews (23)
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Clive John
We timed our visit well, enjoying a full dry week, with plenty of sunshine and even some heat!!
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Aga
It was a last minute booking, so we didnât investigate thoroughly. Reading some reviews afterwards, I donât think we would be willing to spend over £200 a night in a place that needs a proper deep clean! I mean proper deep clean! At first glance it looks ok, but look at your toilet seat before you sit down or on your glass before you pour some water (or wine) in it. Even the general information folder left on the coffee table is so dirty, disgusting and has mouldy pages inside. On the top of that the place is damp and therefore the smell downstairs in not pleasant. Squeaky toilet door that will defo wake you up at night. It is such a shame because the cottage is lovely, just needs some TLC. The owners, well, we only met the husband, who came the first night to say hi. They live literally next door. The wife was in touch only via text message and I can assure you there wasnât even a âhelloâ in her message, not âlooking forward to welcoming youâ, not even simplest courtesy. I knew straight after we arrived that dogs are not that welcome as stated in the advert, there wasnât even a water bowl available. All there was for dogs is a âpooâ bin in the garden (handy I accept), and sign to clean after your dog. Also the owner complaint that our dog run into their garden (not separated at all from our cottageâs garden), and that if our dogs poos in their garden they need to clean it, so he shut the gate to the garden. On the top of that, the intro folder sates that dogs are not allowed upstairs, and not allowed in bedrooms either. Well, bedrooms are downstairs, kitchen, lounge and dining room upstairs, I have no idea where we supposed to keep our dog. On the plus side the area is lovely, really pretty. A lovely coffee shop down the road and Jolly Farm Shop were great for quick shopping or bite to eat. Also a warning that Chapel Cottage shares the drive/ entry and garden access with October cottage, so if both have guests at the same time, it might get busy. We were lucky that October cottage was empty. Also the narrow road a few people refer to, it is narrow but not unusually narrow. You donât have to worry, unless you drive a lorry!
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Ashleigh
Baked treats and wine were a nice touch! Upside down living wasn't an issue, except if you wanted to lie in/nap in the afternoon whilst the rest of your party were in the lounge/kitchen, as the wooden floors are noisy. Bathroom door could also do with some WD40 so as not to wake the whole household up when visiting the bathroom in the middle of the night. An extra toilet roll in each toilet would not have gone amiss either (particularly as the one toilet had less than a 10th of a roll when we got there, which could have been awkward had the rest of our party not arrived the next day enabling us to stock up on Day 2). Bring soap/shower gel. Directions to the property definitely need to be clearer too, particularly as the narrow lane which one had to drive up had a sign saying 'Road closed ahead' which meant we drove around for 15 minutes trying to find the cottage, which was a little frustrating. Otherwise we had a lovely stay.