The Apartment (Stow-on-the-Wold)
ID: S424904
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Guests generally appreciate the apartment's prime location in Stow-on-the-Wold, its cleanliness, and comfortable furnishings. While some minor maintenance issues and parking challenges are noted, the charm and convenience of the property often outweigh these concerns. The apartment's well-appointed amenities contribute to a pleasant stay, despite occasional feedback on the need for updates and additional provisions.
The apartment is frequently described as clean and fresh, with several guests highlighting its spotless condition. However, a few reports of a damp smell and an unclean sofa bed slightly affect the overall impression.
The central location is highly praised for its convenience and proximity to local amenities, making it an ideal base for exploring the Cotswolds. Despite some parking difficulties, the location remains a standout feature.
Guests find the apartment comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable beds and furnishings. Some guests noted low ceilings and the need for additional lighting, which slightly impacts the comfort score.
The apartment is well-equipped with necessary appliances, but several reviews mention minor maintenance issues like non-working lights and fans, and a need for more kitchenware. Parking space limitations and outdated property information also contribute to the facilities score.
While some guests mention a welcome pack, there is insufficient information to assess the consistency or quality of thoughtful gestures such as gifts. Therefore, a score cannot be provided, and guests should note that such amenities are not guaranteed.
About this property
Set in the market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire is this quaint, first-floor dwelling of The Apartment.
The welcoming Grade II listed abode is the ideal retreat for two couples or a small family of four spending a well-earned break in the breath-taking Cotswolds.
Neatly nestled between two shop fronts you will find the front door to The Apartment, as you enter the property you can kick off your walking boots, hang up your coats and make your way up the winding staircase and into the stylish home that provides everything you need during your stay.
The sitting room is light and airy due to its dual aspect quality, while boasting high-vaulted ceilings and exposed painted beams, it really does provide a welcoming solace after a day of exploring; why not take a seat at the window and watch the world go by, or settle down with your loved ones in front of the TV for a movie night? The sofa in the sitting rooms pulls out to a double sofa bed for additional guests, available to you on request. Head up the four steps to the well-equipped kitchen/diner where you can get creative with your culinary skills and enjoy a well-earned and warming dinner.
Overlooking the street below the bedroom is a warming sanctuary and boasts a super-king-size bed (this can be changed to twin beds on request), a wonderful place to rest your head after a long day.
In the morning, head up an additional four steps from the sitting room and enter the tasteful shower room, where you can start the day with an invigorating rinse in the walk-in rain shower.
Get dressed for the day ahead and embark on a walk around Stow-on-the-Wold, where you can discover many amenities, including local butchers, pubs, individual shops and tearooms; if it’s good food that you’re craving, head to the award-winning Old Bakery Tea Room, where you can indulge in baked goods and light bites. Now you’ve lined your stomach, why not do some exploring; Stow has an abundance of British contemporary art galleries and antiques shops, including Fosse Gallery and Durham House Antiques.
At nearly 800ft, Stow is the highest of the Cotswold towns, located on the Roman Fosse Way, there are many scenic and rural breath-taking walks and cycle routes in and around Stow, including the 102-mile walk on the Cotswold Way, through the beautiful Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
A wonderful base whatever time of year, choose The Apartment for your next trip to the Cotswolds.
The highest town in the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises olde worlde England. This ancient market town has played host to many fairs since the 12th century and today holds a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs and monthly Farmers' market. The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, this is a traditional fair for people to meet up and trade which dates back to 1476 when its Charter was granted; Stow is very busy for a day or two before and after each fair, and a number of shops, pubs and restaurants are closed.
The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antique shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of Stow, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close to the town. Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' as the River Windrush runs through the centre, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are all within easy reach and make a great day out. Cheltenham (20 miles away) is, architecturally, the most complete regency town in England. A spa town with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse-racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. At other times of year, it is host to literature, jazz, classical music, science and food and drink festivals. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called 'The City of Dreaming Spires’ has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also within easy reach, making Stow-on-the-Wold an ideal base.
Accommodation
First-floor apartment.
One king-size bedroom with TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room (with sofa bed on request)
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and electric hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher.
kettle, toaster, 1 x Freeview TV, 1 x Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Only children over the age of five permitted due to the steep stairs.
Off-road parking for 1 small car with free roadside parking nearby.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.1 mile
Nearby points of interest
- Cotswold Motoring Museum
- Burford Garden Center
- Cotswold Wildlife Park And Gardens
- Crocodiles Of The World
- Cheltenham Racecourse
Reviews (24)
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Paul
The apartment is spacious and was very clean. The downside, the porch when you go into the building suffered from being wet and damp, this caused a horrible smell of dampness and caused the apartment to have a fusty smell throughout, this lets the apartment down and caused us to feel disappointed,one of the windows also let in water,it is possible all the excess water going into the property could be caused by the gutter outside dripping in places. I would definitely recommend the apartment and stay again if I knew these problems were resolved.
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Lesley
Parking was across the square but you could park nearer to unload, although not outside the property Our Honda Jazz just fitted the parking place. The wardrobe was full of bed linen so no hanging space. Otherwise it was very well equipped and we had an enjoyable stay.
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John
This was reported to Anny (shop worker below). This is our second visit this year to this apartment. We love the apartment, but very unlucky when visiting Stow. The first time was the horse fair, were all the pubs/restaurants closed and we came home early and this time major road works on the A429 and couldn't leave Stow. We hope to be third time lucky, but unable to book the empty slots at the end of July.