Millham Cottages is a luxury Cotswold holiday cottage near Stow-on-the-Wold which sleeps 8+2 guests, in four bedrooms complete with original beams, and the +2 option being a double sofa bed in the living room. Formerly two farm cottages and converted into one property, Millham Cottages has been in the owner's family for over a century and they have lovingly restored the property and so many of its original features from exposed wooden beams to inglenook fireplaces. The cottage is additionally home to many of their unique family heirlooms. On the ground floor are spacious and well-appointed rooms, with two wood burning stoves for cosy winter breaks and outside a large patio with plenty of seating for summer stays. The cottage has the added bonus of an electric charging point and off street parking.
Accommodation
This four bedroom holiday cottage nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds is perfectly suited to those looking for a luxury break with friends and family. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Kitchen
Open plan kitchen and sitting area with inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove and two leather armchairs
Kitchen with breakfast bar and three stools, an Everhot electric range cooker with two-ring induction hob, smart fridge/freezer with wine fridge, ice and water dispenser, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, handheld blender and cafetieres
Utility room and cloakroom
Combo washing machine and tumble dryer, iron and ironing board, sink and microwave
Separate cloakroom with loo and basin
Dining room
French doors leading to patio, extendable dining table with seating for ten and dresser
Sitting room (Sleeps 2)
Dual aspect room with inglenook fireplace, wood burning stove, three-seater sofa, armchair, double sofa bed (available on request), wall-mounted Smart TV and selection of books and board games
First Floor
Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, built-in wardrobe with hangers, wall mirror, hairdryer and chair
Ensuite complete with walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower, loo and basin
Bedroom 3 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Super king size bed (can be two single beds on request), feature fireplace, chest of drawers, hooks for hanging clothes, wall mirror, hairdryer and chair
Ensuite complete with walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower, loo and basin
Bedroom 4 (Sleeps 2)
Super king size bed (can be two single beds on request), chest of drawers, wall mirror, hairdryer and chair
Family bathroom
Bath, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Second Floor
Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, built-in wardrobe with hangers, check of drawers, full length mirror, hairdryer and chair
Ensuite complete with roll top bath with handheld shower, walk-in shower, loo and basin
Outside
Sunny aspect tiered garden, home to a comfy sofa and bench seating for ten, large parasol and charcoal BBQ
Off street parking for three cars on the gravel driveway
Complimentary electric charging point
The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 10 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 2 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided - all bedding, sofas and cushions are hypoallergenic
Off street parking is available for up to 3 cars
Electric charging point
1 travel cot, 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided)
Sorry, no pets
Strong WiFi (Download speed 62.09 Mbps/Upload speed 18.49 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception quite poor
Smart TV (your own app login details will be required)
Garden
Charcoal BBQ (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Oil central heating system
Starter supply of wood and kindling provided for the wood burning stoves during the cooler months. Additional logs and kindling can be purchased from the neighbouring owners for £20
This cottage is full of character with low beams in the bedrooms and sloping ceilings in the master bedroom and bathroom
Three stone steps lead up to the property front door and there is a further step up into the main living area
As there is a tiered garden, children should be supervised when outside and guests with limited mobility should take particular care
Stairs lead up from the first floor landing directly into the eaves bedroom
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property
Things to Note...
Hen and stag groups are not permitted
Commercial, work related bookings and same sex groups on request
Events are not permitted without prior consent
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00
The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, typically on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, however, we would recommend checking the exact date ahead of placing your booking. This is a traditional fair for gypsies and travelling people to meet up and trade which dates back to 1476 when its Charter was granted. Stow is very busy for a day or two before and after each fair, and a number of shops, pubs and restaurants are closed. Whilst many visitors enjoy the colour and vibrancy associated with the fairs, other visitors prefer to avoid Stow on these dates