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Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub

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Exterior Summer
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Arial view of Churchyard Cottage and Church
Exterior Front Garden
Garden Decking & Dining Area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ashbury, ENG
  • Uffington White Horse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wyvern Theatre
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Swindon Designer Outlet
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Brize Norton (BZZ-RAF Brize Norton)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub

Churchyard cottage is uniquely situated at the convergence of the county borders of Oxfordshire, Wiltshire and Berkshire in the Vale of the White Horse. The cottage is privately set at the top of a very quiet street next to the impressive St Mary the Virgin Church located in the charming village of Ashbury.

It is the ultimate romantic (couples) getaway with direct access to some of the most beautiful walks on the famous historic Ridgeway.
Making your stay ideal for scenic country strolls to heritage sites and tantalising your taste buds with local produce at neighbouring gastro pubs. And if you are bringing your 4-legged friend(s) it’s a dog’s paradise!

The cottage is set within easy walking or travelling distance to some of the country’s most popular heritage sights and attractions – such as White Horse Hill, Wayland’s Smithy, Stone Henge, Roman Baths in Bath, The Cotswold’s, the City of Oxford and more…

Its privacy, seclusion and superb location are so necessary for the perfect romantic break and are ideally offset by the closeness of facilities in and around the village of Ashbury. Fantastic Public House – The Rose & Crown is just a stone’s throw away from the cottage and has been reviewed highly by many of our previous guests. Sleeps 2.

The property has Free WIFI.

Property manager

Debra Legon
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Babies, we have a cot available on request
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Events

No events allowed
We do not allow parties or events
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well behaved dogs only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only smoke outside!
No parties/extra guests. Treat the cottage as you would your own home, leaving it clean and tidy on check-out and no smoking inside.
Dogs are welcome but we charge a £25 pet fee. Please clean up after your dogs, wipe muddy paws and do not let them onto the furniture.
Infants (under 2) are welcome, but there are no safety gates for the stairs and no fire guard around the log-burner, so please be aware of this.

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
Note from host: we do not allow parties or events
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Swindon

Located in Swindon, this cottage is in a rural area. Greenbridge Retail Park and Swindon Designer Outlet are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thames River and Tuckmill Meadow. ATBShop Skate Warehouse and Heelis are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Ashbury, ENG

What's nearby

  • Uffington White Horse - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Coate Water Country Park - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Wyvern Theatre - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 18 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Lydiard Park - 19 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Hungerford Kintbury Station - 25 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Messenger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coleview - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Spotted Cow - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪St Margaret's Retail Park - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Wayland's Smithy, Ashdown House and Uffington Castle. Uffington White Horse and Shrivenham Park Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We had a fantastic time and look forward to returning again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelley t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyable stay
Loved the cottage and the surrounding area. Had great communication and check in and out was effortless. It was nice for a change not to have a yellow pages size book of rules to follow unlike some places and as always treated a property with duty and care. A simple check out truly made it a good way to end our mini break. Than you for having us. We have already recommended to friends !us
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy den
Great location, funky cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berandette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Cottage
Really nice cottage, cosy and near a pub for meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little cottage in beautiful surroundings
Had a lovely time, cottage was spotless and characterful. Lovely walks nearby local pub and cafe both welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
Loved staying in this beautiful village
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short break
Perfect location for a 2 night getaway with our dog … convenient pub and dog walks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Cosy, tasteful, surprising, lovely, peaceful, wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Auste P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
It was great stay in a lovely cottage! Beautiful and romantic getaway! Great location and house itself was just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Toni M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Churchyard Cottage
Comfortable, nicely decorated cottage situated in a quiet, friendly village. An ideal getaway from the hussle and bussle of city life.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Klaas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One week stay
Lovely cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

Wonderful stay in lovely countryside
had a lovely stay in this cottage it is easy to get to has a great friendly pub on doorstep and a path out your front door that leads to the ridgeway for any walks you fancy would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property for two in a beautiful location
This was perfect for us. The house is absolutely right for a long weekend for a couple in the countryside. It’s got everything we needed and is in a wonderful location, close to country walks pub. Check in was very easy. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri H.

Fantastic cottage in an awesome location
Superb weekend away, we loved the cottage and the location. Many fantastic walks direct from the door and the pub which is literally a 2 minute walk serves amazing food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dirk E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage in a nice little village
Wonderful little house with a good pub closeby and great possibilities to walk on the Ridgeway. We really enjoyed or stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashbury
Just wanted a couple of days away with our dogs. Easy access to The Ridgeway for historic walks. Relaxing two days.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tresa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ChurchLane Cottage
Quaint, sweet cottage! The cottage had everything we needed and the setting could not have been more beautiful. We enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Absolutely idyllic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little Cottage
This is a lovely cottage, perfect for two people and a romantic getaway. The decor is lovely and the location perfect. The pub in the village is lovely and does great food. Perfect for walking along the Ridgeway which is just at the top of the hill. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Bellett

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect hideaway
Wonderful little place tucked away from the noise and so romantic! A gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staying near Ridgeway
Beautiful area with good proximity to interesting sights.had 4 days with great walks on the Ridgeway and local parkland. Good pubs nearby. Slight lack of nearby food shops with local produce.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debby O., Southwick near Brighton -Sussex

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in Ashbury
What a lovely cottage just up the road from the Rose and Crown pub. The cottage was spotless, had everything we needed and was very peaceful with a delightful small front garden in front of the church. Our two dogs enjoyed the walk up past the church and onto the Ridgeway and we would recommend the Rose & Crown, White Horse and the Royal Oak. Would highly recommend this cottage for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lowery K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Again a lovely time.
We enjoyed the lovely cottage the second time, probably not the last stay. We loved the walks, the landscape is amazing, the people around very friendly. Thank you very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
absolutely perfect
Wonderful cozy comfortable romantic cottage in a beautiful position in a charming village. Excellent dog walking on the doorstep and a great pub 1 minute walk. What's not to love.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Debra Legon

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My name is Debra and my passion is to renovate old characteristic properties. I fell in love with Churchyard Cottage, its characteristic beauty, location, and sense of peace and tranquility it really is something special. So, I decided to keep this and share my dream escape with the discerning holiday maker.

Why they chose this property

Churchyard Cottage is privately set on a quite street making this the ideal romantic break for couples who want to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Located on the prehistoric Ridgeway, ideal for walks and taking in breathtaking scenery, heritage sites and local gastro pubs.

What makes this property unique

Churchyard Cottage has been renovated and decorated to the highest standards whilst retaining its characteristic beauty and charm. Relax by the log burner and and ease and soak your muscles after a long days walk in the roll-top bath... You certainly will not be disappointed!

Languages:

English

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