Guests say
Guests have consistently praised Mayfield Cottage for its tasteful refurbishment, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere. The proximity to hotel facilities and the convenience of an allocated parking space are highly appreciated. The cottage's comfort, including a comfy master bed and pleasant outside seating area, has been noted, as well as the thoughtful touches like USB charging points and streaming services on large TVs.
Reviewers consistently mention the spotless condition of the cottage, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that contributes to the overall welcoming experience.
The cottage's location is praised for its convenience, being close to the hotel entrance and offering easy access to local attractions and walks, although one review suggests caution for small children due to proximity to the road.
The comfort of the cottage is well-regarded, with mentions of a comfy master bed and a pleasant outside area. However, a suggestion for additional lounge seating indicates that comfort for a fourth person could be improved.
Facilities are generally praised, including the availability of hotel amenities, well-equipped kitchen, and entertainment options. Suggestions for a different sofa and dining table layout indicate minor room for improvement.
While the reviews reflect a thoughtful approach to guest experience, such as the provision of USB charging points and streaming services, there is no specific mention of gifts, and therefore it cannot be confirmed if such gestures are customary.
About this property
Malmesbury 4.5 miles. Mayfield Cottage is a charming, two-bedroom holiday home perched on the outskirts of Malmesbury in the Wiltshire village of Crudwell. Nestled near the brilliant Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Cotswold Water Park, the home boasts off-road parking, an open-plan design with a vaulted ceiling, and superb location close to nearby pubs, and is an ideal retreat for families, friends, or couples seeking to explore the stunning Wiltshire countryside. Step into your lovely new abode, to discover a well-appointed open-plan living space, the perfect place to unwind after a long day of exploring. Whip up a delicious dinner in the fully-equipped, sleek kitchen before sitting down to enjoy it over a glass of wine at the dining area. Once your bellies are full, move over to the sitting area, to curl up on the sofa in front of the feature fire and watch your favourite films on the Smart TV. For a breath of fresh air, step out into the enclosed courtyard where you can relax with a hot cup of tea or coffee in the mornings, or call over to Pettifers for a Full English Breakfast or an a la carte Dinner delivered ready to your door, with drinks too! When sleep calls, choose between two ground-floor bedrooms: a king-size boasting a Smart TV, and a twin bedroom with zip/link features. Begin each day with a refreshing shower in the Cotswolds Stone shower room before you set out to explore your local area. Start your day in the village of Crudwell, where you can tuck into a traditional pub lunch at either the famous Potting Shed gastropub or the village local The Wheatsheaf Inn. Continue to the nearby market town of Malmesbury, the oldest borough in England, for an afternoon filled with peaceful exploration, 1-hour circular walk at the once-walled Town, visit 12th C Abbey home to Elmer the Flying Monk and where the Doomsday book was written or just enjoy the traditional High Street vibe. For a day in the city, the bustling Capital of the Cotswolds, Cirencester is just a stone’s throw away, boasting a Market Square, Black Jack St with a wide range of restaurants, pubs, and shops, as well as the impressive Cirencester Great Park and the Corinium Museum where you can uncover the local history. Head further afield to uncover the delights of Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton on the Water and the famous Slaughters, or discover the enchanting city of Bath, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its spectacular Georgian architecture, spas, galleries, and museums. For nature lovers you are just a short drive to both the wonders that are Westonbirt Arboretum and the glorious 156 great lakes making up the Cotswold Water Park - days of fun for the family and grownups alike, especially dog lovers, a walkies haven. For the ultimate retreat in South Cotswolds / Wiltshire, look no further than Mayfield Cottage.
Dating back to the Iron Age and reputedly the oldest borough in England, the pretty market town of Malmesbury is located on a hilltop in the southern Cotswolds. Malmesbury is steeped in history and offers visitors over 400 listed buildings, a 15th century Market Cross, a ruined 7th century Benedictine abbey, an annual carnival and many independent shops, cafes and traditional pubs. Abbey House Gardens, home to 'The Naked Gardeners' can also be found in Malmesbury (Note: The gardeners are clothed during normal opening hours) and the annual Womad Music Festival is close by at Charlton Park. The area offers many country houses, including Rodmarton Manor and Gardens, and Chavenage House, a fine example of a Cotswold manor unchanged for 400 years. Just a short drive away is The Cotswold Water Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, covering 40 square miles and offering a wide range of activities, including boating, waterskiing, fishing, cycling, golf and horse riding, plus Bath, Cirencester and Tetbury are all within easy reach and well worth a visit.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Smart TV, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size on request).
Cotswold Stone bathroom with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with feature electric fire
Gas central heating via vertical rads.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking available.
Enclosed rear courtyard with seating.
Four well-behaved small dogs or two well-behaved large dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pubs 0.1 miles.
Note: Please no BBQ's.
Note: Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: The cottage rests in the grounds of Pettifers Hotel
Nearby points of interest
- Corinium Museum
- Swindon and Cricklade Railway
- Butterfly World & Farm Park
- STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
- Castle Combe Village
Reviews (8)
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Kevan
Just some little things like window wiper for cleaning the shower glass, some champagne flutes and a smaller knife for butter. The owners Frank, his son Rob were very helpful. The food in the restaurant was very good, but just Indian cuisine. Would definitely stay again.
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Tracy
It was spotlessly clean and very welcoming. The master bed was so comfy, we certainly recharged our batteries. The enormous TVâs with Netflix and Prime and the USB charging points were great touches. The monsoon shower was also heavenly. Just a couple of suggestions that might improve the accommodation even more would be to have an L shaped sofa (to fully accommodate 4 people), smaller dining table to maximise the kitchen space and mirrors in the bedrooms. Would definitely recommend this accommodation and Pettifers Hotel. Thank you for a lovely stay
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Sian
It was clean and beautifuly furnished and decorated. It had all the kitchen equipment needed and it was great to be provided with some complimentaries i.e. Washing up liquid, dishcloths etc. The enclosed outside area was a wonderful sun trap which we enjoyed. There was a convenient circular dog walk over the road which our dogs loved. We had our own parking space outside the door which was ideal as we had one elderly member in the group. However, I wouldnât recomend the place for small children as the door opens out directly into the car park and the nearby road can be very busy. The corners of the glass dining table proved to be problematic for us and they would be especially hazzardous for toddlers. I would recomend having proper lounge seating for a fourth person. None of our party would have been able to cope with the beanbag provided! Luckily we were three. All in all, we had a great stay.