Nestled within the heart of Charlbury, this three-bed cottage offers a wonderful location close to some of The Cotswolds’ most popular attractions. Elegantly styled throughout, this bolthole presents a refined rustic interior with a private courtyard garden, perfect for those seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.
Sitting over three floors, Bell Cottage serves as a whimsical base for families or friends exploring The Cotswolds. Styled with striking wallpapers and tasteful furnishings, this retreat feels warm and welcoming, its character enhanced by original features. The well-equipped farmhouse cottage kitchen is a delightful place to prepare dinner, with a separate dining area providing a wonderful space to enjoy mealtimes with loved ones. Ease into the evening by the crackling fire and lose yourself in a good book or film.
Step outside to a private garden complete with a dining area and charcoal BBQ. Soak up the tranquillity of this space and indulge in a spot of alfresco dining. Moments away from cafes and a deli, pick up supplies for the day and enjoy a delicious artisan coffee on the way. Drive to nearby towns such as Chipping Norton and Burford or walk ten minutes to the local train station and spend the day in Oxford or Cheltenham.
Ground Floor
Dining Room
Serving meals in the dining room you sit alongside the large inglenook fireplace. Now used as a log store it holds some of this home’s history with its exposed stone and wooden beam. The table seats six giving you space to all eat together.
Sitting Room
Warm and welcoming, the sitting room invites you to sit down, take a break, and relax a while. Intricate wallpaper and the focal fireplace, velvet curtains and the brass bell collection are beautiful conversation starters. With cosy sofas and a collection of cushions and throws you are sure to be super comfortable and when the fire is lit, you’ll never want to leave. There are two sofas, an armchair and a smart TV set in the corner.
Kitchen
A beautiful country cottage kitchen is tucked to the rear of Bell Cottage. Curtains cover the washing machine, exposed beams are above and you stand on a tiled floor. Cook meals with a garden view and enjoy your time in this lovely historic room, glass of wine in hand while dinner simmers.
Cloakroom
You’ll find exposed Cotswold stone and funky wallpaper in the ground floor cloakroom where there is a WC and basin.
First Floor
Bedroom One
Unique pieces of antique furniture and a rather fetching leopard print chair steal the focus in bedroom one. There is a king-size bed where you can snuggle in for a great night’s sleep.
Bedroom Two
Bedroom two has a double bed which is accessed from one side. You have storage space and a bedside table so you can have a cup of tea to hand as you enjoy a quiet lie in.
Shower Room
A magnificent rainfall shower and greyscale foliage wallpaper make you feel like you’re really getting away from it. A refreshing shower after a long country walk is just what you need and this shower room is perfect. There is also a WC and basin.
Second Floor
Bedroom Three
At the top of the winding stairs is bedroom three. This room has a double bed and a day bed which can be arranged as two singles if required. This cosy hideaway is adorned in twinkling fairy lights strewn around wooden beams and there is a TV so younger guests can keep themselves entertained. There is a handy fixed stairgate across the top of the stairs.
Outside
Your enclosed courtyard garden is a secluded spot for BBQ meals and after dinner drinks. Tucked away there is a table and benches, plenty of space to stretch out with a book or just to hang out together. There is also a lawned area just outside the courtyard, perfect for the children to play.
Points of Note
Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.
Bell Cottage is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted.
Please note, if you would like bedroom three arranged with a double bed and two singles, please clarify this on the booking form.