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Church Cottage

Church Cottage

4.4
out of 5
Ratings from 47 reviews
83% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.5
Comfort
4.3
Condition
4.2
Location
4.8
Value
4.1
Customer
Service
4.4

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Believed to be the oldest house in Chipping Norton, built around 1650, Church Cottage is a characterful Grade II listed property with many period features including mullion windows.

Great stay

Review submitted on Mon, 25 Nov 2024
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Lovely property, and in a great location. We enjoyed our stay and would return.

Couple of notes, the bed wasn't cleaned properly. When we arrived we found what looked like both human and dog hair on the bedding.

And there is a leak from the bath to the kitchen floor.

We did email to advise customer services of this, but haven't received a response.

Andrew from Horsham stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in November 2024


Comfy cottage, good base for touring the area.

Review submitted on Thu, 26 Sep 2024
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Comfy cottage in good location. Near to many National Trust properties and beautiful market towns. Good pubs & restaurants nearby with M & S Food Hall 5 mins by car. Lovely Welcome Pack appreciated.

Jill from Nottingham stayed at Church Cottage for 5 nights in September 2024


Ideal location. Beautiful view of the church from the bedroom.

Review submitted on Wed, 04 Sep 2024
4.2
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Chilly evenings meant we made use of the woodburning fire. Fantastic!

Stairs very precarious and not at all suitable with anyone who has even slightly reduced mobility.

Corinne from Weston-super-Mare stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in August 2024


Great location but interior disappointing

Review submitted on Wed, 26 Jun 2024
3.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
2.0
Location
5.0
Value
2.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The cottage is in a great location, with a nice view of the church, and an easy uphill walk to the town. I was expecting the cottage to be cosy and quirky but, sadly, it was more shabby and could do with a facelift.

Guest from Chipping Norton stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in June 2024


Great location

Review submitted on Mon, 10 Jun 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely cottage in a great location , peaceful yet 5 mins walk of town and all amenities. Would highly recommend this cottage and Cotswold hideaways really helpful and polite , only couple of points need improvement the fridge is very noisy when the compressor kicks in and for the type of accommodation some better quality plates and cutlery would complete the experience, but that said would go back as only an improvement suggestion

Mark from Southend-on-Sea stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in May 2024


Comfortable and Convenient

Review submitted on Sat, 25 May 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Humphrey (terrier) and I had a comfortable stay at Church Cottage. Very convenient for town (literally a two minute walk) and The Theatre. Lots of lovely walks from the doorstep. The kitchen had everything I needed. My only gripe was a loathsome plug-in air freshener in the sitting room - fire hazard and overpowering - but that's just my personal opinion about them. Fortunately the weather was lovely so we could spend time sitting out in the (secure) front garden, listening to the church bells, sipping and eating the Cotswold goodies left out for us on arrival.

Hazel from Bideford stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in May 2024


Beautiful Church cottage

Review submitted on Fri, 17 May 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
Church cottage was absolutely gorgeous, situated next the beautiful st Mary’s church and a 2 minute walk to local shops pubs restaurants. The location is perfect to visit local attractions.
The property was clean smelt lovely and perfect with all amenities, a lovely welcome back of Cotswolds tea, coffee rapeseed oil eggs and biscuits.
We will definitely be returning.

Claire from Wolverhampton stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in May 2024


Great Location

Review submitted on Mon, 13 May 2024
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
Church Cottage is in a great, quiet location, overlooking the beautiful Parish Church of St Mary’s. The property is small (no washing machine but has dishwasher) but ample size for one person or a couple as it has a King sized bed, (I found the mattress a little hard for my liking but it is personal taste). It’s an easy 5 minute walk into town, with a selection of places to eat. There is much to see and do in this lovely part of the land including some circular walks from the cottage door step. Church Cottage fitted our needs for a long weekend and we are happy to recommend it.

Sally from Guildford stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in May 2024


A little updating suggested...

Review submitted on Wed, 24 Apr 2024
3.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
3.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We did appreciate being at the cottage. As a place to stay it had a certain charm and quirkiness, which we enjoyed but below some of our observations that if addressed could enhance what is on offer even more. 
We had an overall impression that things were a bit tired -  small things like stained old tablemats, stained coffee mugs and plates, a microwave  oven with patches of rust. There was a damp aroma in the cottage and mould in the bathroom where the shower screen connected to the wall.  Only half of a small wardrobe was available to us with too few coat hangers. 
Combined these things gave an overall impression of a lower standard than other HPB properties we have used.
We found the property through HPB though we booked directly with Cotswolds Hideaways as our dates did not appear available via HPB.
We were advised as to parking being available adjacent to the property. In reality there is no designated parking. It is a busy corner with the Church parish rooms adjoining the cottage. So a parking space is not a given.
These observations are NOT designed to negate this lovely property but rather to enhance it and are offered in that spirit.





Guest from Norwich stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in April 2024


Church Cottage Chipping Norton

Review submitted on Wed, 20 Mar 2024
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
A very sweet little cottage in an excellent location. It was very warm & cosy and just right for a short stay. Lots of quirky features like the kitchen & upstairs windows. Very steep stairs and creaky wooden floors. Wouldn’t suit someone with any mobility issues!
Loved that it overlooked the church but a bit disconcerting that people park/walk right past the sitting room windows. We kept the shutters half closed for privacy sake. Also parking in Church Street was a bit heart stopping as it is narrow and most of the residents park on the lane. That said we did manage to find a space close to the cottage each day when we returned from our explorations! Not sure how easy that might be in high season. Great pubs within a few minutes walk, especially the Blue Boar.


Jane from Alton stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in March 2024


Tranquility in Church Cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 28 Feb 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
We booked the cottage last minute for a week in February. It's a beautiful old cottage in a lovely location. Countryside walks on the doorstep and the town centre of Chipping Norton a few minutes walk up the hill. The cottage was comfortable, very clean and well equipped. We especially enjoyed the log burner for cosy nights in.

Guest from Derby stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in February 2024


Could be better

Review submitted on Sun, 11 Feb 2024
3.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
2.0
Customer
Service
3.0
No kindling or fire starter, parking impossible, Dustbin day meant our entrance was blocked, cooker and fireplace not cleaned, key storage does not work properly

Mark from Peterborough stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in February 2024


Beautiful Cottage

Review submitted on Sat, 03 Feb 2024
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Cottage is very picturesque, in a Beautiful place, very peaceful being next to the Church.
We had a lovely stay, the only small downside was crockery on arrival wasn't very clean, had to wash glasses, plates etc ourselves. We found the mattress uncomfortable (personal preference) and the sofa was very hard (again personal preference).

Lindsay from Telford stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in January 2024


Old property in excellent location overlooking historic church

Review submitted on Thu, 09 Nov 2023
3.3
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
2.0
Location
5.0
Value
2.0
Customer
Service
4.0
On arrival our first impression was entering into a dark, cold, musty living room, with a shabby carpet, which had not recently been occupied. Once I overrode the boiler heating settings, the cottage rapidly warmed. The wood burner contributed to a cosy feeling on wet, cold evenings., but after the first fire, I had to buy more kindling. More generous, however was the welcome bag of basic groceries and treats. The rubber bath mat was rolled on the floor in the bathroom; it had not been used recently or checked, and had mildew stains. I reported this to the cleaners when we left. The crockery in the kitchen was like a charity shop assortment - few things matched and there were only 2 tea plates. When a dishwasher is provided, I expected at least 4 if not 6 matching cups, saucers, cereal bowls, dessert and dinner plates. This is the standard we expect in HPB properties and the majority of their tenancies match or exceed this. When I reported the lack of tea plates to the management, and a problem with the over basin light in the bathroom, an engineer came the next day with 2 tea plates, but he was unable to fix the light - he tried but it subsequently failed. The bedroom was spacious, as was the dressing room; the bed was comfortable and there was excellent storage.






Marylin from Bournemouth stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in October 2023


Great base to explore the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Thu, 12 Oct 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Church cottage is ideally situated to explore the Cotswolds. There is no off road parking but we managed to park outside the cottage everyday. It gets busy on service days at the church so give yourself room for manoeuvre. The cottage was clean and comfortable with a cosy feel as it has a lot of traditional features. The welcome pack was fantastic and much appreciated.

Ken from Bolton stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in September 2023


A great place to stay as a base for the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Wed, 26 Jul 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We found this a very clean and well-furnished place to stay. The area was very quiet at night, which was lovely and there are lots of things to do on the doorstep, as well as a bit further afield. In Chipping Norton, we enjoyed the cinema and a tribute band at the theatre one night. We walked to the lido for an outdoor swim and the independent bookshop is fabulous. We joined the National Trust before we went and spent some happy hours in various properties and gardens in the area.

Guest from Birmingham stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in July 2023


Charming cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 28 Jun 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A charming cottage in a great location, well equipped and comfortable. Very easy to explore Chipping Norton and then further afield.

Guest from Ilkley stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in June 2023


Perfect cottage!

Review submitted on Sat, 24 Jun 2023
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 met all our expectations. It was quirky, cosy and the undulating floors and quaint windows added to our enjoyment. The shower pressure was excellent and during a very hot week the stone cottage remained cool. We did take a fan with us but it was not required.
The cottage did not provide parking, however there was ample parking in the road.
There are some good walks locally and it only takes a few minutes to walk to the town centre. The pubs are all good and the Thai restaurant was excellent. There are three good supermarkets in the town. In addition there are numerous small food shops selling g excellent local products.

The comings and goings at the adjacent church and parish rooms kept us interested and the neighbours were friendly.

The welcome pack was a nice surprise and included many local products including biscuits, tea, coffee, apple juice and milk.

The high winds the day before we arrived had torn away the climbing rose from the front of the cottage. It wasn't a problem but we received a call to say it would be addressed and it was the next day. We were impressed!

We had a great week and plan to return!

Nigel from Lingfield stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in June 2023


Comfortable cottage

Review submitted on Sat, 03 Jun 2023
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
A comfortable cottage for our week in the Cotswolds. Ideally placed for exploring the area, Chipping Norton had plenty of eating out opportunities and coffee houses. A most relaxing holiday.

Margaret from Malton stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in May 2023


Lovely Cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 29 Mar 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great location for this cottage that is full of character, well furnished and very comfortable, ideal for visiting the Cotswolds. Good Pubs for meals out.

John A from Southampton stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in March 2023


Ideal Cottage For 2

Review submitted on Sat, 28 Jan 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Great location for walking into the town and for exploring the Cotswolds It’s a small cosy cottage with a woodburning stove

John from Maldon stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in January 2023


A Cottage, full of character in a lovely position opposite the church and 4 mins Walk from Town.

Review submitted on Thu, 20 Oct 2022
4.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
An old cottage and with all the charm that goes with that. Low ceiling on stairs. Probably all you would need for 2 people to enjoy a quiet stay in the Cotswolds. Opposite the church and very close to the centre of Chipping Norton town, about 4 minutes walk up a steep hill. The furnishings are dated (in keeping with the age of the cottage) and worn but a mixture of styles without theme - a bit like a bric brac shop!! Interesting mixture of art on the walls. A major negative is the motley collection of china, crockery, cutlery and kitchen items. Looks like the contents came from a charity shop!! No salt and pepper pots and incomplete sets of glasses, cups, mugs etc no plastic glasses for bathroom use, so china cups used, not ideal for a bathroom. Bathroom and shower room generally good but extractor fan does not work, so need to open window to reduce steaming of mirrors, surfaces etc. Also the shower screen conceals a line of mould on the wall which needs regular cleaning.
Central heating, wood burner and all kitchen white goods modern and excellent.
Car parking is a free-for-all in the street outside, side and back. You will face fierce competition for space with church users and staff, other residents, permanent and second home owners with covered cars and town visitors hoping for a free car parking space.
Overall, adequate for our needs for a 5-day stay but the cottage does not meet the high standards required by Holiday Property Bond managers and bondholders. 3* at best.

Guest from Launceston stayed at Church Cottage for 5 nights in October 2022


Average

Review submitted on Wed, 21 Sep 2022
3.7
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
3.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Parking was often difficult.
Some basic things missing, small plates, casserole dish.
Goodies a nice surprise but not always what we we would eat.
Would love to have known more about the history of this quaint cottage.

Heather from Bognor Regis stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in September 2022


A nice quiet one bed cottage in the heart of Chipping Norton

Review submitted on Sun, 04 Sep 2022
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We enjoyed our stay here a five day break in the Cotswold in a good central location for daily trips out.
The groceries that were left for us was a lovely touch.

Colin from Saffron Walden stayed at Church Cottage for 5 nights in August 2022


Lovely Short Break

Review submitted on Sat, 20 Aug 2022
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
Stayed for three nights, lovely cottage in good location. During the unusually hot weather it would have been good to have had a fan for the bedroom but other than this minor detail it was excellent.

David from Godalming stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in August 2022


Church Cottage

Review submitted on Sat, 02 Jul 2022
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 on the edge of Chipping Norton, a small town with excellent pubs, coffee shops and antique vendors. Good for walking with an array of public footpaths. Easy access to the other main attractions in the Cotswolds.

Bernard from Whitley Bay stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in June 2022


Perfect location

Review submitted on Tue, 28 Jun 2022
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Beautiful cottage, loved that the dog was welcome. Best location in chipping Norton, v pretty and just on the doorstep of all the best walks, through the churchyard. Enjoyed sitting in the little garden with books and a bottle of wine.

Christine from Carnforth stayed at Church Cottage for 5 nights in June 2022


Cosy cottage in Chipping Norton

Review submitted on Wed, 25 May 2022
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
A very quiet, relaxed week in this tiny cottage in a beautiful Cotswolds location. Comfortable, warm and convenient, Church Cottage provided a perfect base to explore the surrounding countryside. Just lacked a washing machine, otherwise no downsides. The TV was a little small, and we also struggled to master the TV remote, but got there in the end. A lovely week and good value.

Barrie from London stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in May 2022


The positives and the negatives

Review submitted on Wed, 06 Apr 2022
3.7
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
The positives are that Chipping Norton is a great base for visiting other Cotswold towns. The pubs in the town are friendly with good food options. The negatives are the parking for the cottage. We couldn't even get into Church Street anywhere for the first 3-days. Also it would help if there had been instructions for the electric cooker which we were unfamiliar with. Overall we enjoyed our stay very much.

Ian from Upminster stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in March 2022


Cosy and warm

Review submitted on Tue, 15 Feb 2022
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
My husband and our dog have just enjoyed a great 6 day winter break. Good location. Comfortable and warm. Parking not as easy as expected and would have loved a larger tv to watch the Winter Olympics but otherwise just perfect.

Jane from Midhurst stayed at Church Cottage for 6 nights in February 2022


Small but perfectly formed.

Review submitted on Wed, 09 Feb 2022
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
We had a very pleasant short break here - lovely spot. While people chatting outside our windows late at night did cause our dog to assume guard duties at the beginning, this appeared to resolve and, of course, could happen anywhere.

Sue from Basingstoke stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in February 2022


Like being in The Holiday!

Review submitted on Wed, 22 Dec 2021
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Absolutely loves our stay in this cottage. Fabulous location. Only the fact that the advert says parking but there is no dedicated parking (just on a v busy street) and uncomfortable sofa stopped me from perfect scores all around

Jeni from Hassocks stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in December 2021


Another super stay in Church Cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 15 Dec 2021
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
We have really enjoyed our second stay at this super little cottage. Very very cosy and clean in a charming little town with some smashing pubs within walking distance. The bus service to Oxford is excellent and there are a wealth of beautiful Cotswolds villages all within a short drive. A very thoughtful selection of items provided on arrival. Many thanks.

Andrew from Hereford stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in December 2021


Cosy weekend for 2 in Cotswolds

Review submitted on Mon, 13 Dec 2021
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 is a lovely little cottage where we enjoyed staying for a long weekend. We had no issues with the parking and bumped into some neighbours who were very nice. It's not huge but we didn't feel cramped, just don't let it get too untidy! The kitchen was well stocked and we loved the bed which was long enough for my tall husband, to not dangle his feet off the end! Nicely situated on Chipping Norton and great base for exploring the surrounding area.

Dawn from Ringwood stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in December 2021


Super dog friendly compact cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 18 Oct 2021
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
Super dog friendly, cosy compact cottage in a friendly town. Walking distance of all amenities and safe dog walking areas from the door.

Pat from Beverley stayed at Church Cottage for 6 nights in October 2021


Delightful cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 19 Sep 2021
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 is a delightful cottage, full of character and charm, pleasantly situated close to the church which you can see from the cottage windows. It was very clean, comfortable and well equipped, and cosy without feeling cramped. Wonky floors, roses round the door, and a good wood burner add to the character, and there’s a good pub a very short walk away.

Carol from Morpeth stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in September 2021


Not suitable for elderly people

Review submitted on Thu, 09 Sep 2021
2.5
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
2.0
Location
2.0
Value
1.0
Customer
Service
3.0
First impressions not good.From the pavement to front door steep slope three steps .Downstairs flooring uneven door to kitchen very poor fit making it very difficult to open. Upstairs floors very uneven.Suggest a grab rail in bath. Quality of furniture poor I.e.table not suitable Chest of drawers in bedroom poor.Overall we left the property days before our week finished


Beryl from Wigan stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in August 2021


Delightful

Review submitted on Thu, 19 Aug 2021
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This little cottage is delightful but small; one up / one down and ideal for two - or even one person. It is in a very quiet location at the bottom of a narrow cul de sac leading to the church. We didn't hear any bells or chiming! Parking was always found but it does get crowded and there was no guarantee of parking outside the cottage.
A 3 minute walk up the hill to access the town with great eating places and small but adequately stocked supermarkets.
The cottage is within easy access to many places of interest and there is a bus service to Oxford but we didn't use this.
I would be more than happy to return to Church Cottage

Carol from Grange-Over-Sands stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in August 2021


Good location but in need of updating

Review submitted on Sun, 08 Aug 2021
3.5
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We stayed for 4 nights in this property during the very warm weather at the end of July. Due to the age of the house and the fact that some of the windows had been boarded up it is a dark living room, not all windows can be opened and the bedding wasn’t suitable for warm nights. No table mats or table cover was provided to protect the dining table which was of polished wood. The guest handbook needs updating as the WiFi code was incorrect, we found the correct code on the router; and despite being asked to place all used bedding and towels in the bags provided there were none to hand. On arrival we were surprised to find there was absolutely no toilet paper provided, very unusual! The bed was comfortable and the location is very quiet and peaceful. The shower was good and the kitchen well-equipped, apart from gin and Prosecco glasses ( surely a necessity these days)! There is a table and chairs in the small garden but it is pretty much in the shade all the time. Parking was problematic due to limited space not exclusive to the property. We enjoyed being close to the church and church hall, there was always something going on and the community was very friendly and helpful. Good location for shopping, eating and drinking in Chipping Norton, and visiting the rest of the Cotswolds. If the above issues were addressed where possible we would recommend this property, but as it stands the next section is a No.

Elaine from Harrogate stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in July 2021


Our stay at Church Cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 17 Jun 2021
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The location was excellent just by beautiful St Mary’s Church. It was very quiet yet close to the town centre with many shops and eateries. Chipping Norton is a great base for exploring the Cotswolds. The kitchen was fully equipped and there is a hairdryer which is not mentioned in the notes to the property. Just mind your head going up or downstairs!

Elizabeth from Chester stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in June 2021


Johnson's visit to Chippy. Wonderful part of Britain. The natives are most friendly to str angers.

Review submitted on Fri, 11 Jun 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We thoroughly e enjoyed our holiday. The cottage is very comfortable and we'll equipped. Gift pack too.

Douglas from Southport stayed at Church Cottage for 14 nights in May 2021


A lovely cottage with all our needs for a few days

Review submitted on Fri, 28 May 2021
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
A lovely cottage in great area. we will return to the Cotswolds sometime as it is a lovely region to explore

John from Witham stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in May 2021


A lovely bijou cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 25 May 2021
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely cottage in a brilliantly quiet location.Very clean, very warm , well stocked kitchen and very close to all amenities. Perfect for visiting the Cotswolds. My only moan would be the size of the television.

Alan from Carnforth stayed at Church Cottage for 7 nights in May 2021


Old English character here!

Review submitted on Tue, 18 May 2021
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely little cottage, but my husband is tall and he kept banging his head when going up the stairs. Don't go there is you are 6 foot tall.
TV is very small and should be upgraded, especially as this is an expensive cottage.

Guest from Bracknell stayed at Church Cottage for 2 nights in May 2021


Very old but extremely cosy cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 06 May 2021
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 was the perfect place to get away after that awful period of lockdown. All mod cons but full of character. The view from the back windows, which overlooked the church, was wonderful. A very peaceful corner of the town, but still near to Take Aways, a pub doing meals and a Sainsburys. Lots of lovely country side and interesting villages to explore.

Lesley from Wolverhampton stayed at Church Cottage for 3 nights in April 2021


Break after Lockdown Mark ana Oana

Review submitted on Mon, 03 May 2021
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Very nice location but limited space for parking. Kitchen facilities very good, sitting down to eat was tricky. Really enjoyed stay.

Mark from Peterborough stayed at Church Cottage for 5 nights in April 2021


Four days during lockdown April 2021

Review submitted on Mon, 03 May 2021
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
2.0
Enjoyed a delightful stay, but would suggest a non slip mat be provided for the bath to use the shower safely ( or replace the bath with a walk in shower).
Arrival instructions stated that parking was available in the road adjacent to the cottage. To avoid possible future confusion it would also be helpful to add that parking on either of the two spaces behind the cottage ( also adjacent) is not allowed as it is on church land.
Customer service during lockdown in 2020 was non existent. Eventually, instead of being given a requested refund, I was offered a voucher in 2021 which I accepted. I then received an invoice for an additional 25% uplift which I consider to be unreasonable and excessive.

Guest from Guildford stayed at Church Cottage for 4 nights in April 2021