Notes from the host
Cross Keys Cottage
Cross Keys Cottage is a beautifully styled Cotswold holiday home which sleeps 14 guests, in six bedrooms, with five modern bathrooms. The quaint cottage exterior belies the spacious, contemporary interior which boasts a well-equipped kitchen, a cosy living room and a sitting room with bi-fold doors leading out into the generous garden. This dog friendly holiday home has been finished to a high standard and retains a wealth of character features including two wood burners, exposed beams and exposed Cotswold stone walls. Cross Keys Cottage sits next to The Old Butchers restaurant, and is just a stone's throw from Stow's bustling market square.
Accommodation
This six bedroom holiday cottage in Stow-on-the-Wold is perfect for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and many eateries on its doorstep. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Living/dining room
Exposed stone feature wall, wood burner, two-seater sofa, two armchairs, dining table with seating for 12, and small selection of books
Kitchen
Exposed beams, electric Rangemaster with induction hob, fridge, two dishwashers, microwave, kettle, toaster, two wine fridges, cafetiere, Nespresso coffee machine and milk frother, DAB radio and central island with three bar stools
Sitting room
Bi-fold doors to the garden, dual aspect, exposed stone fireplace with wood burner, Smart TV with surround sound and Netflix (account holders only), three three-seater sofas and two armchairs
Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Garden views, exposed stone, king size bed, freestanding wardrobe with full length mirror, chest of drawers, sideboard, stool and hair dryer
Shower room
Walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Utility room
Garden access, American-style fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, sink, clothes horse, iron and ironing board
First Floor
Bedroom 3 with open-concept ensuite (Sleeps 4)
Accessed via its own staircase from the sitting room, eaves room with four single beds, wall-mounted Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only), chest of drawers, clothes rail, storage boxes and hair dryer
Open-concept ensuite with roll top bath with handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Garden views, double bed, freestanding wardrobe, chest of drawers, stool, wall mirror and hair dryer
Ensuite with walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Bedroom 4 (Sleeps 2)
Dual aspect, king size bed, chest of drawers, clothes rail, stool, full length mirror and hair dryer
Bedroom 5 (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, freestanding wardrobe, chest of drawers, stool, full length mirror and hair dryer
Family bathroom
Bath with overhead rain shower and separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Second Floor
Bedroom 6 with open-concept ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Dual aspect, eaves room, double bed, chest of drawers, wall hooks, stool, wall mirror and hair dryer
Open-concept ensuite with walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Outside
Enclosed garden with outdoor table seating 12, parasol, charcoal BBQ (available from May to September inclusive) and two sun loungers
The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 14 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 3 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided
Free on street parking is available close by
1 travel cot is available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided)
2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
Free WiFi
Mobile phone reception is variable
2 Smart TVs with Netflix (guests to use their own login details)
Enclosed garden
Charcoal BBQ, May to September inclusive only (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning the BBQ after use)
Gas central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stoves from October to April only
There are narrow, steep staircases and reduced head height in some rooms
The front door opens onto the road and so guests with young children should take particular care to ensure that children are supervised when the door is open
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, Stag and other same sex groups are not permitted
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
If required, there are electric charging points at the Tesco on the Fosse Way
Please note that the ensuites for bedrooms 3 and 6 do not have doors
