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THE OLD READING ROOM, romantic, character holiday cottage in Kingham
Cottage in Chipping Norton with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 290 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
STOW ON THE WOLD, Cotswolds
- Place, The Model Village14 min drive
- Place, Rollright Stones18 min drive
- Place, Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens20 min drive
- Airport, Oxford (OXF)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
bedrooms
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
THE OLD READING ROOM, romantic, character holiday cottage in Kingham
This romantic country cottage is in the heart of Bledington, Gloucestershire and can sleep two people in one bedroom.
The Old Reading Room is a romantic country cottage set in the heart of Bledington, Gloucestershire. The cottage provides a light, airy and extremely welcoming accommodation, set across two floors. It has a number of traditional features, balancing out a clean and modern feel, including traditional Cotswold stone walls and exposed beams. Inside, there is a living room with a woodburner, an open-plan fitted kitchen with a dining area. Includes a Nespresso machine with a small selection of capsules provided as part of the starter pack. For those who enjoy more coffee, we recommend bringing some along with you.Upstairs has one gallery style bedroom, a double bed with an en suite shower room and WC. Externally, the property has access to a peaceful, secluded country cottage garden with a patio area, a table and chairs. On street parking only. The Old Reading Room is the ideal secluded property for a romantic holiday. PLEASE NOTE: Check-in details, including directions and access information, will be sent to you prior to arrival. Kindly review them carefully before your visit
Amenities: Central heating, woodburner. Electric oven and grill, gas hob, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and fridge. TV, DVD, WIFI. Starter pack included for woodburner. Bed linen and towels inc in rent. On street parking only . Patio with table and chairs. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 0.5 miles. Note: This property is not suitable for babies or children. Note: This property requires a good housekeeping bond of £200.
**No BBQ's permitted at the property**. PLEASE NOTE: Check-in details, including directions and access information, will be sent to you prior to arrival. Kindly review them carefully before your visit
**The cottage includes a Nespresso machine with a small selection of capsules provided as part of the starter pack For those who enjoy more coffee, we recommend bringing some along with you.**
Region: Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.
Town: Bledington is a small scenic village located in Gloucestershire, England. Located in the Evenlode Valley and part of the Oxfordshire way, the area is popular with walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. The village has a traditional pub, a smart village green and a parish church which dates back to the 12th century. The prestigious university city of Oxford is just under an hours drive.
The Old Reading Room is a romantic country cottage set in the heart of Bledington, Gloucestershire. The cottage provides a light, airy and extremely welcoming accommodation, set across two floors. It has a number of traditional features, balancing out a clean and modern feel, including traditional Cotswold stone walls and exposed beams. Inside, there is a living room with a woodburner, an open-plan fitted kitchen with a dining area. Includes a Nespresso machine with a small selection of capsules provided as part of the starter pack. For those who enjoy more coffee, we recommend bringing some along with you.Upstairs has one gallery style bedroom, a double bed with an en suite shower room and WC. Externally, the property has access to a peaceful, secluded country cottage garden with a patio area, a table and chairs. On street parking only. The Old Reading Room is the ideal secluded property for a romantic holiday. PLEASE NOTE: Check-in details, including directions and access information, will be sent to you prior to arrival. Kindly review them carefully before your visit
Amenities: Central heating, woodburner. Electric oven and grill, gas hob, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and fridge. TV, DVD, WIFI. Starter pack included for woodburner. Bed linen and towels inc in rent. On street parking only . Patio with table and chairs. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 0.5 miles. Note: This property is not suitable for babies or children. Note: This property requires a good housekeeping bond of £200.
**No BBQ's permitted at the property**. PLEASE NOTE: Check-in details, including directions and access information, will be sent to you prior to arrival. Kindly review them carefully before your visit
**The cottage includes a Nespresso machine with a small selection of capsules provided as part of the starter pack For those who enjoy more coffee, we recommend bringing some along with you.**
Region: Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.
Town: Bledington is a small scenic village located in Gloucestershire, England. Located in the Evenlode Valley and part of the Oxfordshire way, the area is popular with walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. The village has a traditional pub, a smart village green and a parish church which dates back to the 12th century. The prestigious university city of Oxford is just under an hours drive.
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 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
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
About the area
Chipping Norton
Chipping Norton is home to this cottage. Old Mill and Chastleton House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Broadway Tower Country Park and River Windrush. Dragonfly Maze and Birdland Park and Gardens are also worth visiting.
STOW ON THE WOLD, Cotswolds
What's nearby
- Cotswold Motoring Museum - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
- The Model Village - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
- Rollright Stones - 18 min drive - 16.6 km
- Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
- Blenheim Palace - 35 min drive - 33.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Swan - 14 min drive
- The Bell at Stow - 6 min drive
- Fire & Wine - 14 min drive
- The Porch House - 7 min drive
- The Chequers - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
11 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages
One gallery style bedroom (stairs from lounge):
1 x double with en suite shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with woodburner.
1 x double with en suite shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with woodburner.
What makes this property unique
Central heating, woodburner. Electric oven and grill, gas hob, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and fridge. TV, DVD, WIFI. Starter pack included for woodburner. Bed linen and towels inc in rent. On street parking only . Patio with table and chairs. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 0.5 miles. Note: This property is not suitable for babies or children. Note: This property requires a good housekeeping bond of £150
**No BBQ's permitted at the property**
**No BBQ's permitted at the property**
Languages:
English
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