4 Canalside Cottages
ID: S376266
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Guests have enjoyed the charming setting of 4 Canalside Cottages, praising its idyllic location by the canal and the comfort it provides. The property is well-equipped and offers a cosy atmosphere, with the added bonus of friendly locals and nearby pubs and restaurants. While some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues and the steepness of the stairs, the overall experience has been very positive, with many looking forward to returning.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be clean and cosy. There were a few mentions of minor cleanliness issues, likely due to it being a dog-friendly property, but these do not seem to detract significantly from the overall experience.
The location is highly praised for its beauty and convenience, situated next to the canal and close to local amenities. It serves as a great base for exploring the area and enjoying the canal-side activities.
Guests have found the cottage to be comfortable, with a well-equipped kitchen and a cosy atmosphere. However, some guests have noted the steep and narrow stairs, which could be a challenge for those with mobility issues.
The cottage is generally well-equipped for self-catering stays. However, guests have reported some maintenance issues such as loose taps, slow-draining showers, and a need for more storage space for groceries. These are areas that could be improved.
While guests have expressed satisfaction with the amenities provided, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Roade 2 miles. Resting in the small village of Stoke Bruerne, within a short drive to the more lively Roade, is this three-storey terraced house, 4 Canalside Cottage. Set over three floors and sleeping up to two guests, 4 Canalside Cottage is a charming and homely setting for your next Northamptonshire adventure, within easy reach of The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Gulliver's Kingdom Theme Park. With off-road parking, leading you to the house's ground floor where there is a kitchen/diner, ready to rustle up an evening meal with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dining table with four chairs. On the first floor there is a sitting room with a two-seater sofa, so you can look forward to cosying up, then two armchairs and a TV, there is also a shower room with basin and WC. Once the sun has set you can go up to the second floor where there is a double bed situated in a bright room, with ample storage space to unpack your belongings and make you feel right at home. Outside the front of the property is a small patio that looks out onto the canal. This property can be booked with Ref: 1064257 together sleeping up to six guests.
Roade is a small village with two convenience stores, a post office, an ice cream shop, a pub, a café, a Chinese takeaway, a bakery and a children's playground. Roade is within a short drive to Towcester, where you can visit Towcester Museum, Bury Mount historical landmark, a selection of pubs, restaurants, cafes and shops. Less than 15 miles to the famous Gulliver's Land Theme Park, and slightly further takes you into the city centre of Northampton or Milton Keynes where there are high street shops, bars and restaurants.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
One second-floor double bedroom.
First-floor shower room with basin and WC.
Ground-floor kitchen/diner.
First-floor-sitting room
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, WiFi, TV.
Fuel and power included in rent except for EV charging.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Electric Vehicle (EV) - three pin charging only by prior arrangement for which there is an additional charge.
Off-road parking available for one vehicle - Stoke Bruerne has very
limited public parking.
Small patio at front of property.
Pet-friendly.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- University of Northampton
- Silverstone Circuit
- Silverstone Interactive Museum
- Milton Keynes Museum
- Gullivers Dinosaur & Farm Park
- Sywell Aviation Museum
- Bletchley Park
Reviews (15)
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Peter
Walked miles, everyone so friendly and sitting on patio watching the boats and Locke is something else. Definitely recommend this cottage if you want to chill and do nothing.
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John
The bed was very comfy. The kitchen was fully equipped for preparing meals. The setting of the cottage is second to none. It was like being transported to a gentler era. We were fortunate to have good weather to be able to sit on the patio and watch the boats and the people pass by. Most people, be they local or visitors, stopped to chat (and to comment on such an idyllic spot). We learned lots about the canal and its workings by talking with the many volunteers who helped with the lock gates. The walks along the canal are easy and pleasurable. The parking is excellent but the winding stairs might be a problem for anyone with mobility issues. We chose it simply as a good centre to visit Althorp, Northampton, Stowe and Bletchley Park - but it was so much more! There was nothing not to like (except, perhaps Neil, that annoying glass lampshade in the lounge!) That aside, thank you for a fabulous stay!
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Robert
Great pubs literally a stone's throw. Cottage full of character and tastefully decorated. WiFi and Televisions all worked well. Comfy bed. Plumbing and heating worked well too. Adequate parking right behind the property. Kitchen facilities very good. There were a few negatives but these did not in any way spoil our holiday and are included as they could simply and easily be rectified: The Velux skylight should be fitted with a blind else you're awakened at about 4.30am by the sunlight this time of the year. The bathroom washbasin tap assembly is alarmingly loose. The glass lounge light fitting is suspended at about 5'5" above the floor and banging your head on it becomes a daily annoyance. One of the front doorstep paving slabs is loose (and could be dangerous). All in all, this cottage is a little gem and is thoroughly recommended. Thank you very much.