Title: Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub Cottage in Swindon with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21651800/21651733/9f135920.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21651800/21651733/95f730df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21651800/21651733/6ef237bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21651800/21651733/7b7735c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21660000/21651800/21651733/2b968860.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the charming village of Ashbury, Churchyard cottage offers a romantic getaway with direct access to scenic walks on the famous historic Ridgeway. Unwind in this secluded haven, explore heritage sites like White Horse Hill and Wayland’s Smithy, and indulge in local produce at nearby gastro pubs. Enjoy easy walking distance to facilities including The Rose & Crown public house. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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 amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: only smoke outside! ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - 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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. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: well behaved dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Babies, we have a cot available on request ### Events No events allowed We do not allow parties or events ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Only smoke outside! ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.56293%2C-1.61913&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WdK66k81-aifjsrTKrqIp16ZdoA=) Ashbury, ENG #### What's nearby - Ashdown House - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles - Uffington White Horse - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles - Wyvern Theatre - 16 min drive - 11.6 miles - Swindon Designer Outlet - 17 min drive - 12.0 miles - Coate Water Country Park - 18 min drive - 8.5 miles #### Getting around - Hungerford Kintbury Station - 25 min drive - Oxford (OXF) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cafe and Chat - ‬9 min drive - ‪College Farm - ‬7 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Coleview - ‬11 min drive - ‪The White Hart - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Romantic & Secluded Cottage. Beautiful Walks & Fantastic Pub pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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