Crofter's Barn
Overview
Lying just off the main Stow-in-the-Wold to Burford road, Nether Westcote is a peaceful and quiet village lined with pretty stone houses and an excellent pub. A five-bar gate leads to a private gravel driveway and the pale, time-weathered Cotswold stone of Crofter’s Barn.
The barn lies end on to the drive, and two stone steps lead up to a stable-hinged front door. Inside, the open-plan ground floor is spacious and filled with light from the dining room extension, which boasts huge windows on three sides and views of the garden. The cosy living area is warmed by a wood burning stove sitting within a beautiful original fireplace, and polished stone floors reflect the heritage of the building but ensure it also evokes a modern feel. There’s a compact but well-equipped kitchen and a ground floor cloakroom. Upstairs is no less enchanting with a spacious and supremely comfortable bedroom with views over the rear garden, and a generously proportioned shower room.
Crofter’s Barn enjoys the luxury of both space and privacy. To the rear of the barn, accessed from the driveway and the dining area is the garden which is enclosed by stone walls and laurel and conifer hedging. The patio area sits on one side and is surrounded by fragrant lavender bushes. Bordering the lawn is a long, trough-style stone water feature with fountains. Spend warm summer evenings enjoying the fresh air, with the sound of water trickling nearby and the echo of birdsong in the trees.
Ground Floor
Entrance:
From the stable-hinged front door, there are three stone steps which lead down into an open-plan living room and dining area. Stairs to the first floor rise from the right.
Living Room:
This charming living room is both cosy and light and airy. Original timbers and stone walls take centre stage, as does a wood burning stove that sits perfectly within a Cotswold stone fireplace. White shuttered windows grace three walls allowing the room to fill with light. Two comfy two-seater sofas, with cushions and soft throws, face each other in front of the fire, a wooden chest sits between them, ideal for card games, placing a drink or a good book. When it comes to reading there is plenty of choice, with two bookcases filled with a selection of novels. There is also a selection of board games, a TV with an integrated DVD player and Freeview. This is a calming and restful room, a lovely place for relaxing evenings after a day of exploration.
Dining Area:
The open-plan space flows into the dining area, which is a stylish extension of the original barn. With a vaulted ceiling, large windows on all three sides and two sets of double doors to the garden, this is an open and sunny room. The dining table seats four comfortably and there are two rattan occasional chairs where you can sit looking out to the water feature and garden. Underfloor heating keeps the polished stone tiles warm, whatever the weather.
Kitchen:
The compact but well-equipped kitchen has everything you need for a self-catering stay including a gas hob, oven, fridge-freezer, washer-dryer, and a full-size dishwasher. There is plenty of storage within the white, shaker-style cupboards and a variety of equipment for preparing delicious meals.
Cloakroom:
Behind the stairs, there is a ground floor cloakroom with a WC and a storage cupboard that houses the boiler and vacuum cleaner.
First Floor
The stairs are carpeted and lead to a galleried landing.
Bedroom One:
The lovely room is decorated in shades of pale grey, white and duck egg blue and is spacious and well-appointed. The comfy king-size bed stands against an exposed stone wall, which is a striking feature and is made up with soft white linen, soft cushions, and a cosy throw. There is plenty of storage with a wardrobe and a chest of drawers along with two bedside tables with reading lamps. The deep-set window looks out to the rear garden, with glimpses of the countryside beyond.
Bathroom / Shower Room:
A stylish and spacious bathroom features a large step-in shower cubicle, WC, and a vanity unit with storage. The large Velux window lets in plenty of natural light. The light switch is actually a pressure sensor tile in the same spot you would expect the light switch to be, just press the tile and there will be light!
Outside
One of the best aspects of Crofter’s Barn is the amount of privacy with the outside space. To the front of the barn is a spacious gravel drive with plenty of parking, to the rear is a fully private garden, enclosed by high hedging and a stone wall. A patio sits to one side, encircled with lavender and the little bistro table and chairs is a lovely spot for evening drinks. Beyond this, there is a lawned area, bordered by a long, stone water feature.Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size
1 Bathroom - Shower Room On The First Floor And A Ground Floor Cloakroom
Hairdryer - 1
Fire - Logs Are Provided For An Initial Fire (1st October - 31st March)
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 4
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 25-49 Mbps
TV - With Freeview And Integrated DVD Player
DVD Player
Board Games
Outdoor
Garden
Outdoor Dining Area
No BBQ Available
Parking - Off-road Parking For 3 Cars
On your Doorstep
Both Upper Rissington (2.5 miles) and Burford (5 miles) have a Co-op and Stow-on-the-Wold (5.5 miles) has a Tesco. Chipping Norton (8.4 miles) has a wide choice of supermarkets including Waitrose, M&S, Aldi, and Sainsbury. Both Burford and Stow-on-the-Wold have a range of unique and independent shops including an excellent cheese shop, art galleries and more. There are also some excellent farm shops dotted around the area.
Eating Out:
- The Feathered Nest Inn (opposite the barn).
- Kings Head, Bledington (3 miles)
- The Plough at Kingham (4.5 miles)
The Cotswolds is renowned for its superb walking and there are a number of walks in and around Nether Westcote. Visit the Cotswolds AONB website for inspiration for self-guided walks around the Cotswolds.
Places to Visit:
- Bourton-on-the-Water (4.8 miles)
- Burford (5 miles)
- Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens (8.5 miles)
- Train – Kingham Station (3.5 miles) has regular services from London Paddington
- Taxis - Stow Taxis; AR Cotswold Taxi and A1 Taxis Chipping Norton
Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
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- Dogs are not permitted at Crofter’s Barn
- Children under the age of 16 regrettably are not permitted, although one babe-in-arms is welcome. Please note that the property does not have any baby facilities.
- This is an old property with stone steps to the front door and stone steps down to the living area.
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Why we love this
- A charming 18th-century barn full of original features including a stunning Cotswold stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove.
- Walk to The Feathered Nest, a cosy and welcoming country pub with unrivalled Cotswold views and an award-winning restaurant.
- Perfectly positioned between Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford, with winding lanes and hidden Cotswold gems on your doorstep for exploring away from the crowds.
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The Location
Perfectly positioned betwixt the Cotswold big guns of Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford, Crofter’s Barn is an exceptional spot from which to explore every corner of the region. The old Roman road, the Fosse Way is within a short drive and will take you across the Cotswolds with ease. Getting away from the madding crowds is also easy, simply pull off the main roads and follow the numerous winding lanes that really do run uphill and down dale. You’ll soon find some truly delightful Cotswold hidden gems to explore.
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Read our reviews
We had a great time. The place is beautiful, quiet and comfortable. We felt right at home. The photos and description correspond to what is indicated.
Cathy
Beautiful surrounding area, lovely clean home, so quiet at night and just an overall great stay!
Ishika
Crofters Barn review
We enjoyed our stay very much at Crofters Barn. It was comfortable, clean and an ideal location for exploring the Cotswolds. However, this is our fourth visit to the Cotswolds and the only place where we have not received a welcome pack. A few essentials like milk, bread etc would have been nice after a long day travelling. The only other thing was that the windows in the sunroom could have done with a clean. However, we would have no reservations in returning to Crofters Barn or recommending it to others.
Shirley Poots
Great location for visiting the Cotswolds. There is an inn across the street if you don’t feel like cooking. Calm area. House is wonderful and we have enjoyed our time there.
Tim
Such a beautiful and tranquil barn to visit! From the moment we arrived we felt comfortable and at home. It was wonderfully clean and absolutely beautiful.
Gary
Absolutely loved our stay at Crofters Barn, the house was warm and comfortable, just like home. The bed was super comfy and warm, with all good quality linen. Hosts were great to communicate with and we had no issues at all. Dinner across the road at The Feathered Inn was superb as well as a great spot to stop by for a drink on the way home from adventuring in Cotswolds. Thanks for the stay!
Jason
Crofter’s Barn
Fantastic little cottage in an Idyllic location.
We had a great holiday cycling around lots of pretty villages.
The cottage is very convenient for all the locals attractions,and lots of walks straight from the door.
The only negative comments is that there was no welcome pack!
Only a packet of biscuits!
Tea bags and milk would have been appreciated,and there was no soap in the upstairs toilet.
Jonathan Carter
Lovely location
In general the property was good but required a bit of attention to detail in particular the windows which were very dirty.
Bed linen and towels a bit tired and a bed throw which looked tatty and unclean.
No soap at all in the bathroom so it was a good job we took our own.
The Welcome Pack consisted of 2 x packs of cheap biscuits and some milk !
We have stayed in many many cottages ( including one of yours at Christmas which was excellent in Charlbury ) and have come to expect certain standards for this sort of price and sadly this one did not come up to the mark.
Guest
Enjoyably
The stay was relaxing along with being central to where we wish to visit, the accommodation and location we could not fault. we would recommend to family and friends.
Brian Taylor
The stay was relaxing along with being central to where we wished to visit, the accommodation and location we could not fault. we would recommend to family and friends.
Brian
Perfect Cotswold location
The Crofters Barn was a perfect location to visit the Cotswols. Cheltenham, Chipping Norton, Stowe, and even Bath were all within striking distance. The cottage is of high quality. Wood burner excellent and kindling etc provided - enough logs for two evenings. TV could do with an update. Would we return - yes. Big bonus was the Feathered Nest dining pub over the road. They even gave us wood for the woodburner on our last night! Terrific break.
Charles Edmondson-Jones
Lovely, spacious property in a great location.
Rosie
4 night stay in November
My girlfriend and I stayed here for four nights in November 24. The property is spacious and perfect for a couple. The temperature was chilly and the wood burner was excellent. It felt very cosy throughout. The kitchen was pretty well equipped. Perhaps there could be a few more cup and glass choices but it was largely well catered for. Filter coffee was possible! The bed is a hard bed and that was the only matter that bothered me really. My girlfriend prefers it that way so was happier. The location is good, with a few walks from the door - there is a handy walking guide left for use. The circular walks are well worth doing and try and get into as many pubs as you can. All were excellent. The Feathered Nest is expensive across the road but the food was delicious and atmosphere friendly. Whilst it has a pub bit there is no noise from it. Thoroughly recommend.
Ben Woodthorpe
Getaway
My husband and I went to Crofters Barn for the first time. Lovely relaxing getaway for a few days. Good location to visit Bourton on Water, Stow-on-Wold and other locations if you have time. Lots of good walks as well.
Lynn Page
And relax
Excellent location for discovering the Cotswolds. Lovely and quiet with a fabulous country pub on the doorstep.
Karen Crowshaw
Lovely cottage in great location
Cottage was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Kitchen was well equipped and bed very comfy. Nice garden. Pub opposite was great - lovely views and great food. Easy access to local towns and good walks from the door.
Rachel Oxley
A lovely cottage in great location
A lovely spacious cottage and very comfortable, in a lovely village between Stow and Burford. Great location for visiting lots of attractions.
Janet Allenby
Brilliant location and barn
Crofters Barn was a brilliantly located barn and was immaculate when we first arrived. Everything was catered for and it was very comfortable. We didn't use the log burner but we turned the heating up slightly.
We did not see anyone when checking in (key safe on wall) and when we wanted some information on recycling (which was not contained in any of the documentation) the housekeeper was not responsive at all. We text her twice but nothing came back (that is why the score for Customer Service is lower).
Cannot fault the condition of the place but would have been nice to speak or communicate with someone..
Jon Richards
Great cottage and well placed to discover the cotswolds
Was worried about some previous reviews regarding cleanliness, but the place was spotless when we arrived. Sofas were comfy and it was nice that pets aren't allowed as you didn't get that 'old dog' smell that you do in some cottages.
Would highly recommend, but you do need a car to explore. Nice a quiet. Only downside was the lack if channels on the TV - we assumed there would be freeview (so BBCiPlayer at least), but it was just tv channels, so that was a bit disappointing.
All in all a lovely stay though.
Linda Mahoney
A brilliant comfortable stay in a perfect Cotswolds location
This property was excellent and a perfect place for peace and quiet. It's close enough to all the main areas we wanted to visit in the Cotswolds. The property was very well equipped and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The water feature in the garden was a very nice bonus !
We will definitely stay here again!
David Potts
Nice cottage, but a little old fashioned. Conservatory could be fabulous with some nice fiurniture.
We enjoyed our week, although I thought the cottage could be made nicer. The crockery and glasses were old fashioned and the conservatory could be fabulous.
Karen Sheridan
Lovely property and location
We again enjoyed our short break at Crofters Barn - superb accommodation and location.
One small disappointment was that external patio areas had not be seen to and there was a noticeable amount of debris ( dirt and fallen leaves ) on the surface areas referred to.
One further point - could the home owner perhaps leave a small amount of cooking oil and seasoning in the property - it would be most appreciated.
The above would not put us off from visiting Crofters Barn in the future, but if those factors could be seen too then there would have been icing on the cake.
Terry Baron
Another excellent stay at Crofter's Barn
This was our third visit to Crofter's Barn. It is perfectly located for our needs and we always find it presented in excellent condition. Usually the weather is much warmer than this summer, and as a result we always pack our own loungers so we can sit out in the garden. If your visit coincides with a spell of good weather, and you do wish to sit out, we would recommend you do the same as us.
We are keen walkers and there are lots of trails in the area, many of which you can do directly from the front door. Most include a welcome refreshment break half way around. Many of the area's attractions are only a short drive away too and we have visited many locations over the years. Stow can get too busy on a weekend however, with parking near impossible. The train station at Kingham is only a short drive away and can get you to Oxford and onto London for those who want to venture further afield. Book tickets to London as far in advance as possible, to get the best deal and always (always) book seats too.
It's a lovely spot and we will no doubt return for further visits. We have no hesitation in recommending Crofter's Barn which if it does nothing else, will let you brush up on your "reversing through a gate" skills!
David Rome
A Cotswold Break
Everything was fine despite a missing cafetiere, which in itself was no great problem.
Was promised a delivery of one each day under customer service but did not materialise.
otherwise a comfortable stay and much as anticipated
Guest
Great stay in a great location
Wonderful cottage, very spacious for two. Nice little village well situated for exploration of the Cotswolds. Check in and instructions were clear. Gastropub across the street is a nice touch 🙂
Scott Schafer
SHORT BREAK- AMAZING.
Needed a quick 4 day break in our favourite part of the country. Booked with Bolthole Retreats previously and very impressed, consequently we searched their website first. Crofter's Barn ticked every box for us. On arrival the location, comfort, decor, cleanliness went beyond expectation. Ideal property for a couple with plenty of space, very comfortable and centrally located to all the attractions in the heart of the Cotswolds. When we hopefully visit the area again later in the year and we will be staying at 'Crofters Barn'.
David Barnes
Great accommodation in an excellent location
Clean and tidy. Comfy bed. Good shower. Easy to find. The downside was the pub opposite was closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Guest
Enjoyable stay
Lovely location, everything was perfect and especially enjoyed the log fire on the winter evenings and would book again.
David Richardson
Lovely cottage
Lovely cottage in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay. Very well equipped with everything you need. We can highly recommend the cottage
Guest
Adorable Hideaway!
We just returned from 5 days at Crofter's Barn. What a perfect Cotswolds retreat! It is cozy, not cramped, tucked in with the other pretty homes in quiet Nether Westcote. We had a fire each night after walking for miles. The location is ideal for exploring other towns including Stonehenge (an hour and a half but worth it) The Feathered Nest Inn is right across the street for a cocktail or dinner - although we cooked in as well. Everything you need is in house. Our lone complaint was our inability to contact the local housekeeper Debbie by either phone, text or email. Fortunately, Bolthole Retreats was very responsive to our needs when we could not reach Debbie.
Steven Keller
Lovely cottage holiday
Lovely property, excellent location. A shame most of the kitchen cupboards were locked leaving only one cupboard for you to store your own shopping. Everything is there that you could possibly need and would recommend this property for a great stay in the cotswolds.
Stephen Raine
A beautifully Cotswold cottage
We spent a happy week exploring the beautiful Cotswold villages, not to mention the many good pubs in the area.The cottage is very welcoming and comfortably well furnished, plenty of space for a couple. The kitchen is well stocked with plates, glasses, utensils, pots and pans, etc. and the garden, though small, is a charming and unexpected plus on a warm summer’s day. The Feathered Nest pub is just across the road and offers a good restaurant and large grounds with lovely views of the countryside. We will happily return when we get the chance.
Gabriel Baum
Wonderful Cotswolds break
We loved Crofters barn, it had everything we required and more, all of a high quality, would recommend
John Rathbone
Our time at “Crofters Barn”
A very nice bolt hole retreat for a few days and an excellent location for getting to other prime Cotswolds locations - would have been very content to have stopped for a longer time - all in all a very relaxing time.
Terry Baron
Lovely Short Stay
Had a lovely 3-night stay at Crofter's Barn. it's in a great location for exploring the Nothern Cotswolds. The cottage is easy to find but is away from main roads and is oh-so quiet and peaceful. Everything you need is provided and is comfortable, clean and well-maintained. Didn't go to the Inn opposite as it was closed the first couple of days and is quite pricey, but enjoyed two very good meals at The King's Head Inn in nearby Bledington. Recommended.
Phil Lawton
Great place, very quiet location
Another good week enjoyed at Crofters. Second time here and just as relaxing despite the poor weather. Location is good for a wide variety of walking, plenty of super restaurants available in locality as well. Facilities are very good and if a high standard. Will definitely be back.
Mary Jones
Birthday break
A short stay to celebrate a birthday. The property was perfect in terms of location, amenity and overall comfort
Glad to recommend to others
A perfect bolthole
Thanks
Andrew Henderson
Lovely cottage
The cottage is beautiful inside and out. Set in a quiet but convenient location with all amenities and attractions close by. We look forward to staying here again. The cottage was immaculate throughout, the bed was comfortable. The underfloor heating in the bathroom and large shower were great.
Due to the open plan space downstairs and travelling in January the cottage was very cold when we arrived, not really and issue as we located the boiler and turned the heating on and lit the wood burning stove. It took a few hours to warm up. I would recommend packing some warm clothes if staying in winter as it can still be on the cool side in the lounge /dining area.
My recommendation to the owners would be to have a small dressing table or large mirror in the bedroom as there was no where to sit and dry my hair. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Kate Fletcher
Great Little Bolthole
Great accommodation, it was very clean & tidy. It had everything you could require and more.
It was centrally located for the Cotswolds but isolated so that you new you were in a very rural location.
The accommodation file was extensive and accurate, there are some really good restaurants that are recommended, we enjoyed eating out each evening.
The conservatory was lovely to sit in and relax after a busy day exploring the area.
We would definitely use this again.
Keith Waters
Very nice all round.
The only thing is the shaving socket, didn't find it inside the bathroom cupboard until the last day. Could do with a mirror above the sink as well.
Guest
Lovely trip
We really enjoyed our stay at Crofters Barn. It was a very charming and spacious cottage. The village is in a great location and the local pub was fantastic- would recommend to other visitors to try out their Sunday roast!
Lara McCarthy
Stunning Cotswold cottage
Fabulous cottage in a lovely Cotswolds village. Although spacious and airy, it was a warm and cosy place to stay. Perfectly situated for visiting lovely Cotswolds towns and attractions as well as great walks, Very peaceful and restful....and loved listening to the birdsong.
Julie Fretwell
Great Place to stay
This is a lovely quiet location. Great for exploring the beautiful villages and Countryside. Well appointed and comfortable cottage. Would like to return!
Clare Harrison
Tasteful, peaceful, beautiful
Crofter's Barn is quiet, beautifully presented and well located. The open plan lounge diner is lovely and bright, but also warm and cosy with the wood burner, and the bedroom is very comfortable. 10 minutes to Stow or Burford - both just fantastic for shops and places to eat. And the same distance to Daylesford Farm, with its excellent restaurant and shop. The pub right opposite, the Feathered Nest, is great (and we heard no noise at all). Some small points: the kitchen needs a cupboard in which to store food - we had to leave it all out on the counter top - and we were only left 2 small logs for our first fire which disappeared within an hour! The bedroom also needs a dressing mirror. Note - there is no smart TV, so no access to iPlayer or Netflix etc, only Freeview channels. Not a problem for us on a short stay but odd in this day and age - especially as the wifi there is so good. I did raise some maintenance and cleaning issues with the owner and got a very positive response. Excellent help, also, from Bolthole Retreats when I got the booking dates wrong! All in all, a great little place to stay.
Guest
Winter Getaway
Our last minute winter getaway at Crofter's Barn was wonderful! The barn is cosy and very comfortable with plenty of space for 2, set in a beautiful Cotswold village with easy access to the popular surrounding towns of Stow on the Wold and Bourton on the Water - an ideal base to explore from. Thank you also to Bolthole Retreats for easy booking and great service. We will definitely be back!
Nicky Russon
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