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Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ashbury, ENG
  • Uffington White Horse
    4 min drive
  • North Wessex Downs
    11 min drive
  • Coate Water Country Park
    11 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF)
    49 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Swindon

Located in Swindon, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Uffington Castle and Uffington White Horse. .This cottage is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Thames River and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ashdown House.
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What's nearby

  • Uffington White Horse - 4 min drive
  • Coate Water Country Park - 11 min drive
  • Wyvern Theatre - 15 min drive
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 18 min drive
  • Swindon and Cricklade Railway - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Hungerford Kintbury Station - 25 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Messenger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coleview - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Spotted Cow - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪St Margaret's Retail Park - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub

Churchyard cottage is uniquely situated at the convergence of the county borders of Oxfordshire, Wiltshire and Berkshire in the Vale of the White Horse. The cottage is privately set at the top of a very quiet street next to the impressive St Mary the Virgin Church located in the charming village of Ashbury.

It is the ultimate romantic (couples) getaway with direct access to some of the most beautiful walks on the famous historic Ridgeway.
Making your stay ideal for scenic country strolls to heritage sites and tantalising your taste buds with local produce at neighbouring gastro pubs. And if you are bringing your 4-legged friend(s) it’s a dog’s paradise!

The cottage is set within easy walking or travelling distance to some of the country’s most popular heritage sights and attractions – such as White Horse Hill, Wayland’s Smithy, Stone Henge, Roman Baths in Bath, The Cotswold’s, the City of Oxford and more…

Its privacy, seclusion and superb location are so necessary for the perfect romantic break and are ideally offset by the closeness of facilities in and around the village of Ashbury. Fantastic Public House – The Rose & Crown is just a stone’s throw away from the cottage and has been reviewed highly by many of our previous guests. Sleeps 2.

The property has Free WIFI.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Debra Legon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: only smoke outside!

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: well behaved dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Babies, we have a cot available on request

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: we do not allow parties or events
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy den
Great location, funky cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

drew h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful little cottage in beautiful surroundings
Had a lovely time, cottage was spotless and characterful. Lovely walks nearby local pub and cafe both welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Toni M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Churchyard Cottage
Comfortable, nicely decorated cottage situated in a quiet, friendly village. An ideal getaway from the hussle and bussle of city life.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berandette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy Cottage
Really nice cottage, cosy and near a pub for meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Auste P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
It was great stay in a lovely cottage! Beautiful and romantic getaway! Great location and house itself was just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ashbury
Just wanted a couple of days away with our dogs. Easy access to The Ridgeway for historic walks. Relaxing two days.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Find!!!
We have just got home from our 3 night break at Church Cottage...Wow what a beautiful cottage, we could not fault it. The cottage was spotless and attention to detail including the Christmas decorations made our stay even more special. The Rose and Crown pub is definitely worth a visit!! The only downfall was the weather and being so wet restricted where we could walk so we will definitely back in the summer. We have stayed in many cottages with our dog and can honestly say Church Cottage is one of the best we have stayed at, so we will be looking forward to our next visit. Russ Marnie & Ernie
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little Cottage
This is a lovely cottage, perfect for two people and a romantic getaway. The decor is lovely and the location perfect. The pub in the village is lovely and does great food. Perfect for walking along the Ridgeway which is just at the top of the hill. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Beautiful Location
Loved staying in this beautiful village
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie f.

Liked: Cleanliness
absolutely perfect
Wonderful cozy comfortable romantic cottage in a beautiful position in a charming village. Excellent dog walking on the doorstep and a great pub 1 minute walk. What's not to love.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy Cottage
Lovely hot water, great location, thoroughly enjoyed our stay with great bath and shower. Had a few issues with the key safe and front door lock. The woodburner needs some heatproof gauntlets for safety as hubbie got a nasty burn (Screwfix welding gloves would be perfect).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debby O., Southwick near Brighton -Sussex

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Ashbury
What a lovely cottage just up the road from the Rose and Crown pub. The cottage was spotless, had everything we needed and was very peaceful with a delightful small front garden in front of the church. Our two dogs enjoyed the walk up past the church and onto the Ridgeway and we would recommend the Rose & Crown, White Horse and the Royal Oak. Would highly recommend this cottage for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Absolutely idyllic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great short break
Perfect location for a 2 night getaway with our dog … convenient pub and dog walks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lowery K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying near Ridgeway
Beautiful area with good proximity to interesting sights.had 4 days with great walks on the Ridgeway and local parkland. Good pubs nearby. Slight lack of nearby food shops with local produce.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tresa N., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
ChurchLane Cottage
Quaint, sweet cottage! The cottage had everything we needed and the setting could not have been more beautiful. We enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
An idyllic historic cottage in a dreamy setting
I will always cherish the memory of Churchyard Cottage and our lovely time there! The online photos are nice, but it's jaw-droppingly amazing in person. We enjoyed bustling in the adorable kitchen with modern retro-style appliances, bathing in the large tub, and lounging in bed in the morning while listening to the church bells ring. The cottage was wonderfully decorated with artwork and beautiful objects, and the outdoor table and chairs in the blooming tiny garden out front added to its charm. The gorgeous windows provided stunning views. I especially loved the pathway out back that leads to Ridgeway Road. We had excellent and helpful communication with the hosts, and the neighborhood itself was beautiful, with the kindest people. There's a welcoming pub for food and drink just a stone's throw away. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Bellett

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect hideaway
Wonderful little place tucked away from the noise and so romantic! A gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Graham S.

Issues with property
Disappointed that there was make up removal pads left in bedroom waste bin . There was a half mouldy loaf of bread left in microwave. Fire place hadn’t been cleaned out from last fire usage and the amozon rain shower in bathroom was like standing under a bus shelter in a rain storm. It needed descaling badly as to get a decent amount of water coming out of it. This caused the water to pool around door area and we had to put the bath mat in front of door to stop it going into bedroom. It also went everywhere in the bathroom. It needs descaling so it drops down like a rain shower not come out in big drops around the edges. Didn’t contact owner as there was also a bath we could use but this still never got away from the fact of the Xmas getaway was not very pleasant as it should of been.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

STEPHEN H.

Liked: Cleanliness
business trip
The cottage is in a lovely quite location, with Ample Doggy walks straight from the front door, the local pub (closed monday's and tuesdays) a short stagger from the front door, a 5 minute walk reveals stunning views of the Wiltshire countryside and is not to be missed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location!
Perfect home base for exploring the West and the Swindon area. Very communicative owner and nice touches like bathrobes, coffee pods/sugar, super comfy bedding, nice towels, and new appliances. Great location for hiking! Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Luxury accommodation in a beautiful village
Luxury accommodation in a quaint cottage that has all the mod cons. Quiet location in a very pretty village. Debra the host was very easy to communicate and was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Retreat
Memorable stay over a wedding celebration week-end. Perfect accommodation for two plus two dogs. Had everything we needed including church bells from the adjoining church. Wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022