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The Old Sweet Shop

The Old Sweet Shop

4.6
out of 5
Ratings from 9 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.2
Comfort
4.8
Condition
4.6
Location
4.7
Value
4.6
Customer
Service
4.8

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The Old Sweet Shop is a charming holiday home with original exposed brickwork, log burner and it's dog friendly! Located in the fabulous town of Chipping Norton, this property is perfect for friends and family.

Perfect stay

Review submitted on Thu, 20 Nov 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cottage was amazing, extremely clean and the hosts had provided everything you would need. Also a great location, a short drive from many towns

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Guest from Hockley stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 3 nights in November 2025


StayCotswold replied 8 days ago
Thank you Ellie for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. We were delighted to hear that you found the cottage to be clean, well equipped and in a great location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.

A lovely place to stay in the centre of Chipping Norton

Review submitted on Mon, 17 Nov 2025
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We really enjoyed our 5 day stay at The Old Sweet Shop. It is within easy walking distance of the centre of Chipping Norton which is a gorgeous town and there is parking within an quick walk from the cottage. The cottage is warm and cozy and the beds are nice and comfortable, though, as we found out on our travels around the country - a UK king size is only the size of an Australian queen size - so if you are after a bigger bed, which we were, then look out for supersize kings.

Plus a couple of points of feedback :-

1) some of the information in the information folder needs updating and matching to the online version eg. using the TV and how to negotiate the heating and access to firewood. Also with regards to the heating instructions - we found it quite confusing given that we don't have boiler/central heating in Australia so had to rely on Google to try and understand what-was-what in the instructions.

2) Perhaps more regular and thorough inspections by the owners or managing agents to pick up little maintenance/housekeeping issues that the cleaners don't seem to see or report like:-
- the faulty metal standard bedside lamp with its shade adrift from the stand hanging by the electrical wire (which we unplugged as it was very unsafe) and flickering LED lights in the master when using the dimmer
- mould patches forming in the grout in the bathroom
- only 1 toilet roll for 3 people for 5 days
- things stored behind the bedhead that are gathering dust and cobwebs
- lots of clutter eg. broom cupboard, out of date items/food from previous guests crowding the kitchen and bathroom cupboards and draws which were full of unopened junk mail and stuff.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

Genevieve from Cowaramup stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 4 nights in November 2025


StayCotswold replied 11 days ago
Thank you Genevieve for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. We were delighted to hear that you found the cottage to be warm, cosy and comfortable. We will pass on your feedback to the property owner and manager for them to review and implement any appropriate actions. We do hope that overall, you enjoyed your time exploring the Cotswolds and that you will be back to stay again soon

A Nice Getaway

Review submitted on Fri, 19 Sep 2025
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We enjoyed our stay at the Old Sweet Shop.
It is in a nice part of the Cotswolds.
Parking is a bit of an issue

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Gregory from Mount Kembla stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 7 nights in September 2025


StayCotswold replied 70 days ago
Thank you Gregory for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will be back to stay again soon!

A lovely stay at the old sweatshop cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 11 Sep 2025
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a great stay in this well equipped cottage, no parking outside but just a 5 minute walk away we could park for free.
It was very comfortable with a sweet little garden.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Maria from Brighton stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 7 nights in September 2025


StayCotswold replied 78 days ago
Thank you Maria for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be well equipped and comfortable. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Fabulous Period Property In A Great Spot

Review submitted on Thu, 11 Sep 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This gem of a property was perfect for our Cotswold weekend and we had a great few days in Chipping Norton. From a great App (accessed via a QR Code) or an alternative written guide, via the Guest Book we got to know all about the property and the area.
A lovely locally baked cake and some milk were waiting for us too.
Really well equipped in the kitchen and a lovely garden this property was fabulous.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Belinda from Bristol stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 3 nights in August 2025


StayCotswold replied 77 days ago
Thank you Belinda for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. We were so happy to hear that you found the property to be in a great location, cozy and well equipped. We hope to be able to welcome you again soon.

The Old Sweet Shop

Review submitted on Mon, 05 May 2025
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Such a delightful little cottage not too far from the centre of Chipping Norton (a 5 minute walk).
The Old Sweet Shop was a delight in itself and it was well equipped. A short walk into the town centre where you’ll find everything you need.
Our only criticism of the cottage was that the kitchen bins were not emptied upon our arrival, a few “crumbs” underneath the TV and the TV itself was quite hard to phantom out but apart from that, it was faultless, albeit a short walk uphill from parking your car!
Overall, I’d recommend this 100% and a very central point to visit neighbouring towns

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

Rachel from Warrington stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 3 nights in April 2025


StayCotswold replied 206 days ago
Thank you Rachel for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. We are delighted to know that you found the property to be delightful, well equipped and not too far from the centre of Chipping Norton. We will pass your feedback onto the property manager. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.

A wonderful snug for a Cotswold break

Review submitted on Mon, 21 Apr 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great location, especially with guidance on where to park. Loved the house, was comfortable, stylish and new, felt like a home from home.
We had a great time :)

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Hannah from Brighton stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 4 nights in April 2025


StayCotswold replied 220 days ago
Thank you Hannah for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. We are delighted that you found the property to be cosy, clean, beautiful and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

The sweetest

Review submitted on Wed, 23 Oct 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Perfect location for a fab girls weekend with there being 3 of us and a 8 month old dog there was plenty of room and had everything you could need for a short stay, with it being dog friendly but practical it was a relief with a little enclosed garden too, great little welcome pack with milk & eggs, overall a fab stay

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Tyler from Bromyard stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 2 nights in October 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Tyler for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. We are delighted that you found the property to be spacious, well equipped and in a perfect location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Homely and comfortable - not for those with limited mobility

Review submitted on Tue, 14 May 2024
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Compact and comfortable with most things you needed for a short break. It is on a busy road but fairly quiet overnight. Fridge rather small if you plan to cook. Not suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Car parking not ideal - short distance but steep incline back to property. House instructions are on QR Code - I didn’t find there was enough detail. Need information on TV set up. Only real problem I had was the washing machine wasn’t working. I did report this.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Guest from Cromer stayed at The Old Sweet Shop for 5 nights in May 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Patricia for your review of The Old Sweet Shop. The location of the property is visible on the website and the matterport display views the interior and exterior of the property. If you had difficulty locating the property using the QR code the property manager would have been available to give you directions to the property, likewise during your stay they will be more than happy to assist you with any issues. We hope you will return to the Cotswolds soon.