Notes from the host
Owls Roost
Owls Roost is a beautifully refurbished barn conversion near Bourton-on-the-Water which sleeps 6+2 guests, in three bedrooms, with the +2 option being a double sofa bed in the snug, with three bathrooms. This charming country home boasts an idyllic rural location and a large garden with a hot tub, the perfect spot from which to enjoy views of the surrounding rolling hills. Indoors there are two spacious reception rooms and a wealth of character features including exposed beams and a stone fireplace with a cosy wood burner. Owls Roost is a dog friendly holiday home, suitable for two well-behaved dogs!
Accommodation
This three bedroom holiday cottage in Cold Aston is perfect for family gatherings and groups of friends looking for a relaxing break in the Cotswold countryside. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Sitting room
Spacious room with high vaulted ceiling, exposed wooden beams, large stone fireplace with wood burner, wall-mounted Smart TV with Amazon Fire Stick (account holders only), two three-seater sofas, armchair and rocking chair
Kitchen/sun room
Floor to ceiling windows with garden access, spectacular valley views, American-style fridge/freezer, electric oven, electric hob, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster, cafetière, large dining table with seating for eight, two three-seater sofas and Smart TV with Amazon Fire Stick (account holders only)
Snug with utility/cloakroom (Sleeps +2)
Garden access, double sofa bed (available on request) and wall hooks
Utility/cloakroom with washing machine, tumble dryer, loo and basin
First Floor
Three separate staircases lead up from the ground floor directly into the bedrooms
Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Juliet balcony with stunning views over the valley, super king size bed (can be two single beds on request), two chests of drawers, full length mirror, hanging rail, upholstered chair and hair dryer
Ensuite with walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Super king size bed (can be two single beds on request), freestanding wardrobe, chair, gilt wall mirror and hair dryer
Stairs lead down into the ensuite with walk-in shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Bedroom 3 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Overlooking the sitting room below, eaves room with king size bed, chest of drawers, full length mirror with storage drawer, door hooks and hair dryer
Stairs lead down into the ensuite with bath, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Outside
Generous sized garden with beautiful rural views, five-seater log fired eco hot tub, rattan table with seating for six, and charcoal BBQ
The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 8 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 (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic)
Off street parking is available for up to 4 cars
2 travel cots, 1 highchair and 2 stair gates are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided, and please note guests must check the stair gates before use)
2 well-behaved dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs, and for further guidelines, please see Things to Note below
Free WiFi (Download speed 14.63 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception is generally OK
2 Smart TVs with Amazon Fire Stick (guests to use their own login details)
Garden
At the end of the garden there is a sharp drop to the field below, so guests with pets and young children should take particular care when outside
Charcoal BBQ (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Log fired eco hot tub, seats 5-6 guests
The log fired hot tub has hot working parts, and so young children should be supervised at all times
Oil fired central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove
Staircases lead directly into the bedrooms, so young children should be supervised at all times
There are some sloping ceilings in the bedrooms
The property sits within the grounds of a working farm, with livestock including cattle and horses, and for the safety of guests, access to the farmyard itself is not permitted
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 parties are not permitted, though other same sex groups can enquire
Events are not permitted without prior consent
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00
As the property is a mile from the nearest village and there is not any public transport, a car is essential
Owls Roost is a self-contained property in the grounds where the owners live. Please note that the owners' children and dogs are often in their garden, so only dogs with a good temperament are welcome at Owls Roost
