Hound Cottage, located in the heart of Burford, Oxfordshire, is a beautifully furnished, Grade II listed holiday cottage that accommodates up to four guests. This charming 17th-century property is ideally situated for exploring the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a perfect base for visitors eager to discover the picturesque towns and villages in the region. Burford, known as The Gateway to the Cotswolds, boasts a rich history as a significant wool town during the Middle Ages, and its scenic high street offers stunning views of the surrounding hills.
The interior of Hound Cottage features a beamed living room adorned with an ornamental inglenook fireplace, oak flooring, and a cozy window seat that invites relaxation. A few steps lead up to a spacious, modern kitchen that retains its rustic charm with oak beams and offers contemporary conveniences such as quartz stone worktops, a limestone floor, and a dining area complete with a sofa, TV, and French doors that open to a small enclosed courtyard. This outdoor space is perfect for enjoying meals al fresco or unwinding in the fresh air.
Accessed via an original elm spiral staircase, the first floor includes a beamed double bedroom with an original oak floor and a bathroom equipped with an over-bath shower, toilet, and ceramic flooring. The second floor features another beamed twin bedroom, ensuring comfortable accommodations for families or groups. The cottage is equipped with modern amenities, including two TVs, a DVD player, a double oven, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, and Wi-Fi, all contributing to a pleasant and convenient stay.
Guests at Hound Cottage benefit from additional features such as full oil central heating, including underfloor heating in the kitchen, and the inclusion of bed linen and towels in their stay. A free public car park is located just 300 yards away, providing easy access for travelers. With local shops only 50 yards from the cottage, visitors can enjoy the convenience of nearby amenities while being surrounded by the rich history and natural beauty of Burford and the Cotswolds, including attractions like Lechlade, Bibury, the Slaughters, and Bourton-on-the-Water, as well as the nearby town of Cirencester.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!