Honeysuckle Cottage (Brailes)
ID: S424833
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 1
Snaptrip says
Honeysuckle Cottage in Sutton-under-Brailes offers a quaint and cosy stay with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable living spaces, and a secure garden ideal for dogs. The picturesque village location is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions. Guests have enjoyed thoughtful touches such as a welcome hamper, although its consistency is not guaranteed.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with several guests praising the property's tidiness, while others reported issues with dust, cobwebs, and unclean kitchenware. Some guests encountered cleanliness problems significant enough to impact their stay, suggesting room for improvement.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its quietness, beautiful village setting, and proximity to local attractions and walks. The village green and surrounding area are consistently mentioned as highlights, contributing to a peaceful and enjoyable experience.
Comfort receives positive remarks for cosy living spaces and a well-equipped kitchen. However, some guests found the beds uncomfortable and the sleeping arrangements cramped, especially when additional items like travel cots were required. The presence of pests also detracted from the comfort for some.
Facilities are generally well-received, with mentions of a well-stocked kitchen and useful appliances. However, there are several reports of maintenance issues such as leaky showers, poor ventilation, and pest problems. These issues suggest that while the facilities are adequate, maintenance could be improved.
Guests have noted and appreciated thoughtful gestures like welcome hampers containing food items. However, it is important to note that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary. The inconsistency in the provision of these items has been mentioned, but when present, they add a special touch to the stay.
About this property
Located in the pretty Cotswolds village of Sutton-under-Brailes, Honeysuckle Cottage overlooks the village green and is a classic, picturesque, Grade ll listed thatched cottage which is the perfect getaway for two couples or a small family seeking a peaceful break in the Cotswolds.
Park-up in the off-road parking space at the end of the front garden and make your way up to the front door via the front garden and enter into your lovely home-from-home.
You are welcomed straight into the well-presented galley kitchen, where you can cook up tasty meals using the electric oven and hob as your loved ones lay the wooden dining table in the living/dining room, ready to tuck into your meal. Pop open a bottle of bubbly to celebrate the start of your holiday!
The sitting area is a warm and welcoming space, overlooking the village green, where you can curl up on the inviting furnishings and watch a film on the flatscreen TV, as the flame-effect fire creates a gentle glow and warming feeling in the entire room.
When the night draws to a close, make your way up to the eaves of the cottage where you have a choice of two lovely bedrooms; the first contains a super-king-size bed which can be set up as twin beds, and the second contains a king-size bed which can be set up as twin beds.
In the morning, there will be no queues for the bathroom, as you’ll find a bath with a hand-held shower, basin and WC in one bathroom and a walk-in shower and basin in the other.
The garden is accessed via French doors in the living/dining room, which has a lovely lawn area and an outdoor table and chairs set, as well as an additional two-seater table and a swing seat, making it the perfect space for alfresco dining. Our rear garden is beyond the path and completely enclosed by a fence making it secure for children and dogs.
Once you’re ready for the day, take a stroll around the quaint village of Sutton-under-Brailes where you will find a number of local pubs, including Cherington Arms and George Inn Brailes, where you can enjoy warming meals and a cheeky tipple, as well as a wonderful walking trail leading up to Lower Brailes.
The village is close to the famous Cotswold market town of Moreton-in-Marsh where you can visit the small but fine collection WW II memorabilia at Wellington Aviation, and discover the range of falcons, eagles, owls and other birds of prey at Cotswold Falconry Centre and finish off your day with a tipple and meal at The Black Bear Inn.
Make your way to Chipping Campden where you can enjoy the stunning views over the Vale of Evesham at Dover’s Hill, where you can join the Cotswold Way, which is a 100-mile walking trail, taking you through picturesque villages, breath-taking countryside and famous ancient sites and finish off your day with a heart-warming meal at The Swan in Broadway – the second stop on Cotswold Way!
There is something for everyone in Sutton-under-Brailes, and Honeysuckle Cottage is the perfect base for you and your loved ones.
Situated on the edge of the Cotswolds, the market town of Banbury offers shopping, cafes, a cinema and a museum. Nearby is the ancient town of Chipping Norton, steeped in history and culture, and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Chipping Norton boasts a popular weekly market, numerous book and antique shops, many cafes, restaurants and pubs serving excellent food and local ales, art galleries, a museum and a thriving theatre. Via winding hedge-lined country lanes explore the surrounding villages built of Cotswold or warm honey coloured Horton stone with beautiful parish churches and welcoming pubs, many of which have excellent food. Art galleries, museums and historic sites abound. Also the glorious hidden treasure of moated Broughton Castle is close by. Blenheim Place, the ancestral home of Sir Winston Churchill and the Dukes of Marlborough and the unspoilt towns and villages of Woodstock, Burford and Stow-on-the-Water are just a short drive away. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and known as ‘The City of Dreaming Spires’ has an abundance of attractions, namely the 38 colleges of the university, the Bodleian Library, Botanic Gardens, museums and theatres, as well as playing host to many festivals and markets. Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare and home to the Royal Shakespeare Company's theatre, Warwick with its magnificent, world-renowned castle and Royal Leamington Spa make a lovely day out. Also glorious gardens to visit include Hidcote, Kiftsgate, Stowe and Rousham. Enjoy many types of motor and superbike racing at Silverstone, cart racing at Shenington, horse racing at Stratford, Warwick or Towcester, try fly-fishing on the River Windrush or spend a day shopping at Bicester Village Designer Outlet. Banbury is an ideal holiday location.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1x King bed and 2x twin beds or king on request.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC, shower room with walk-in shower and basin.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with flame-effect fire.
Dogs must be supervised in the access pathway between the fence & back patio doors, which is used by 2 neighbours ,the postal service & other trades people.
Oil fired central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
kettle, toaster, Smart TV, DVD player, telephone, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and cot available.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Lawn and gravel garden with furniture and swing chair.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3.9 miles, pub 0.9 miles.
Please check with owner for bookings over 14 days.
Nearby points of interest
- British Motor Museum
- Cotswold Motoring Museum
Reviews (35)
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Catherine
Perfect for 3. Beautifully presented and very clean. Plenty of hot water and an excellent shower. We loved the location. We couldnât find the pub in walking distance but that didnât detract from our stay. There wasnât storage space for food except in the fridge but again that didnât cause an issue we just used the large window sill. Would recommend if you like a quite spot and village atmosphere. Pretty little garden for sitting out.
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Johan
There was also some grounds of coffee left in the coffee pot and some of the plates en cutlery we found in the cupboard en drawers were dirty. The towels and bedding were clean, however. We would advise to also keep some dish cloths and a scouring pad in the kitchen as these seemed to be missing. Nevertheless, we had a very enjoyable stay in Honeysuckle cottage
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Lisbeth
We were two adults and a dog (staying for two nights) and felt the property was a perfect size. The garden and terrace at the back was a good size too - it was enclosed and safe. The cottage was very well equipped and had everything we needed, in addition to extra things like blankets, milk in the fridge, biscuits/tea/coffee, plenty of towels and lovely bed linen. Everything had been well thought outâ¦a real home from home experience! Cottage was easy to find and was situated as described across the village green with a handful of other properties. The cottage was spotlessly clean! The only thing to be aware of, is the driveway at the front of the property is much steeper than it looks so take it very slowly when driving on/off the designated parking bay. We would definitely recommend this property and would consider returning on future trips to the Cotswold area.