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The Dovecote, historic cottage in a peaceful garden
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10 out of 10
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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
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Letcombe Regis, England
- Uffington White Horse14 min drive
- University of Oxford30 min drive
- Swindon Designer Outlet30 min drive
- Oxford (OXF)37 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Living room 1
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Dovecote, historic cottage in a peaceful garden
The Dovecote is an elegant peaceful cottage, set in a garden of a medieval Manor. In Tudor times the Dovecote providing doves to the Royal Palaces Today, the dovecote has undergone extensive restoration, converting it into a charming living space, with modern facilities and fast Wifi. Now it's ideal for different purposes from a relaxing getaway, to a home from home for a business traveller or a quiet space to study. The Dovecote has a modern kitchen with dining table.The Dovecote is set away from the Old Manor and is accessed by a footpath, which leads through a small rose garden with a medieval well, which has been converted into a fishpond. You might see some of the doves flying about, who have lived here for over 500 years. You enter the Dovecote through a set of double doors, into the modern kitchen/dinning room; which is equipped with; an electric cooker, hob, dishwasher, toaster, microwave and plenty of cupboard space. Off the kitchen is large shower room with a loo and basin, which is stocked with soaps and shampoo. The kitchen leads onto a light and spacious sitting room, with alarge comfortable sofa where you can watch a film on the 52” television. Above the sitting room is located the gallery double bedroom. Which has an ornate king size bed, from you gaze up at the ancient oak beams. The property is served with fast Wifi through out and central heating. Although the Dovecote only sleeps 2 guests, a single bed can be requested at the time of booking which would be placed in the corner of the sitting area to provide 2 separate sleeping areas within the property.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Or vaping
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Wantage
Located in Wantage, this holiday home is in a rural area. Uffington White Horse and Uffington Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The West Berkshire Golf Club and Frilford Heath Golf Club. Millets Farm Centre and Millets Falconry Centre are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Letcombe Regis, England
What's nearby
- Uffington White Horse - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
- University of Oxford - 30 min drive - 32.3 km
- Swindon Designer Outlet - 30 min drive - 35.8 km
- Christ Church College - 30 min drive - 36.4 km
- Oxford Castle - 31 min drive - 32.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Grove Kebab Van - 6 min drive
- Lord Nelson - 5 min drive
- The Royal Oak - 3 min drive
- The Kings Arms - 4 min drive
- Grove Kebab Van - 6 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Elspeth

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