Lilac Cottage

About this property

Lilac Cottage is a simply dreamy, Grade II black-and-white cottage nestled into the village of Brinklow, with character features, a romantic feel and plenty of close by amenities and attractions making it an ideal getaway for a small family or a couple seeking a retreat in Warwickshire. Be welcomed into this pretty abode and discover a beautiful living/dining room filled with wooden roof beams and sporting a character exposed fireplace. Her guests can curl up with a good book, or enjoy a hearty meal. The kitchen is filled with contemporary amenities, an ideal spot for cooking a romantic meal for two, and beside here there is a wet room shower room for your refreshment.

The rear garden is filled with mature shrubs and offers a simply delightful space to enjoy a tipple in the sunshine as you reflect on the day's adventures. When sleep calls, head upstairs to where the character and charm continues, discovering a double bedroom threaded with wooden beams and with an exposed brick fireplace, and a single also with wooden beams. Just a short walk away, Brinklow offers a village store, deli, traditional pubs, takeaways, a Norman motte-and-bailey castle, and a 13th-century church. Explore scenic walks along the nearby Oxford Canal, Centenary Way, and Shakespeare's Avon Way, or enjoy a day out at Coombe Abbey Country Park, with its landscaped gardens and extensive parkland.

Visit the historic town of Rugby, home to Rugby School, independent shops, tea rooms, and attractive parks, or venture to Coventry to discover its renowned cathedral and motor museum. Further afield, Stratford-upon-Avon offers Shakespeare's Birthplace, Anne Hathaway's Cottage, and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, while Warwick Castle, Kenilworth Castle, and Royal Leamington Spa are all within easy reach. However you choose to spend your time, Lilac Cottage provides a charming base from which to explore Warwickshire and beyond.

An historic village on the Fosse Way in beautiful Warwickshire countryside with a Norman Motte and Bailey Castle and 13th century church, as well as a village store/Post Office, well-stocked deli, pubs, fish and chip shop and Chinese takeaway. The Oxford Canal Walk is close by offering many lovely walks, and the Centenary Way and Shakespeare's Avon Way are also nearby. Grade I listed Coombe Abbey with its Capability Brown landscaped garden and 150 acres of parkland makes a great family day out. The ancient market town of Rugby, mentioned in the Domesday Book, is credited as the birthplace of rugby football with William Webb Ellis breaking the rules of football in 1823 whilst at Rugby School. Thomas Hughes also wrote 'Tom Brown’s School Days' whilst studying at the school. The town has many Black and White buildings, a town square with clock tower, as well as many shops, pubs, tea rooms and a pleasant town centre park. Within reach is the city of Coventry, which boasts a cathedral and a superb motor museum. Just a short drive away is Stratford-upon-Avon, which dates back to the medieval times and boasts many historic buildings including Shakespeare's birthplace and Anne Hathaway's cottage, The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, many traditional pubs, excellent restaurants and individual shops, as well as boat hire and cruises along the River Avon. Warwick's medieval castle and the impressive remains of Kenilworth Castle are nearby, as well as the elegant Royal Leamington Spa, with its Georgian and Victorian buildings. Many unspoilt Cotswold towns and villages are all within easy reach and make for great family days out, and for business or leisure is the NEC, which is only a short drive away.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single.

Ground-floor wet room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Living/dining room

Electric central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster.

TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair, travel cot, and stairgate available on request.

Rear enclosed garden with patio, furniture, and lawn.

Roadside parking on a first-come, first-served basis.

Two well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.2 miles, lake 2.4 miles.

Note: No handrail on stairs and steps down into kitchen.

Note: This property has a good housekeeping bond of £200