Guests say
The Malins in Moreton-in-Marsh offers a comfortable stay with its clean, well-presented rooms and en-suite facilities. Guests appreciate the property's quiet location, ideal for exploring the Cotswolds. The spacious accommodation, including multiple living areas and a large dining room, is well-suited for families and groups. While some guests note areas for improvement, the overall experience is positive, with many planning return visits.
Most guests found The Malins to be very clean and well-presented, with fresh bedding and towels. A few noted minor issues with dust and cleanliness, but these do not seem to detract significantly from the overall positive feedback on cleanliness.
The property's location is frequently praised for being quiet, safe, and central for exploring the Cotswolds. The village's charm and proximity to local amenities and picturesque villages are highlighted as key advantages.
Guests generally find the beds and sofas comfortable and the property spacious. However, some guests mention issues with noisy plumbing and heating, which suggests room for improvement in overall comfort.
The Malins is well-equipped with en-suite bathrooms and a well-stocked kitchen. Nonetheless, guests have pointed out that some facilities are dated and in need of refurbishment, including plumbing and decoration.
While guests have expressed appreciation for the property and the owner's communication, there is no specific mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Once a beautiful Bed & Breakfast settled at the heart of the village of Blockley, The Malins now offers a group of six a fantastic holiday home from which to explore this scenic area of Gloucestershire, sitting within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Walk down the lavender-lined pathway of the front lawned garden and step inside the hallway, kicking off your boots before discovering the comfort of the warming electric fire in the sitting room, offering a quirky array of furniture and equally as impressive decor on the walls, it makes a wonderful spot to spend your evenings. Enjoy a quiet moment to yourself within the snug, overlooking the beauty of the front lawn, here you can delve into a good book or enjoy quality time with a loved one. The dining room makes the perfect place for the whole group to gather, with ample seating for all, serve up your delicious homemade meals here when you're not out sampling the delicious eateries of the local area. The kitchen provides a good range of utensil and appliances to make your culinary needs a breeze, as well as being equipped with a modest breakfast table for more casual dining moments in the morning. Also resting on the ground floor is a convenient cloakroom with utility functions, housing both a washing machine and tumble dryer, this cottage has everything you could need for a self-catered stay. Up on the first floor you will find the three well-presented bedrooms, made up of a twin, a double and a king-size, offering a flexible sleeping arrangement for a variety of group needs, as well as each room benefiting from its own television with Freeview and an en-suite shower room! The property also offers a family bathroom, so you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the tub after a day of adventure before snuggling beneath the crisp white linens of the bed. Spend your mornings relaxing on the private patio at the rear of the property, a lovely spot for alfresco dining in the summer months, before heading out on your fun-filled day. There are plenty of wonders within the local area to discover, with Blockley once being famous for its silk and corn mills, there's plenty of rich history to uncover too, as well as the village offering two pubs, a café and a village shop, perfect for a self-catered stay at any time of the year. Sitting within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you can expect to find a plethora of walking and cycling routes all around you, with Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way and the Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all being situated within close reach, each boasting its own unique landscapes and beautiful nature along the way. The National Trust wonder of Snowshill Manor and Garden is just a short drive away, with its gardens boasting both the Wolf’s Cove model village and the Priest’s House while internally you'll find Charles Wade’s eclectic collections of items he enjoyed, while the National Trust of Hidcote is worth visiting for its unusual Arts and Crafts garden, as well as its close proximity to the medieval market town of Stratford-upon-Avon, the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare, you can expect to find plenty of activities and attractions surrounding his lifetime, as well as much more history awaiting to be discovered. Other attractions in the area include Broadway Tower, Batsford Arboretum and Garden Centre, and the 102-mile long-distance footpath of the Cotswolds Way, while all of Banury, Cheltenham and Gloucester lie within easy reach too. Choose The Malins for a memorable stay in the Cotswolds with your loved ones.
Blockley is a quaint village resting in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, in easy reach of all of the excitement of Moreton-in-Marsh. Within the village you can find two pubs where you can enjoy a refreshing beverage as well as a village shop with a café, offering all you could need for a self-catered stay. There are plenty of walking and cycling routes within the local area, including the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way and the Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way, while Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham and Gloucester are all within easy reach too.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV with Freeview and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with TV with Freeview and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV with Freeview and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom/utility with basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining seating.
Dining room.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Snug
Gas central heating and electric fire.
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV with Freeview, DVD and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Front lawn and rear patio with furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: More pets may be accepted with prior arrangement with the owner.
Note: The owner lives on-site
Reviews (48)
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Linda
It was well placed to visit many places in the Cotswolds. It was a really quiet village which was great. The local Bistro next to the Coop had a great menu and was dog friendly. The property had two lounges, so one of us could watch TV in one room whilst the other could sit and read in the other lounge. Very comfortable accommodation. We would happily recommend The Malins.
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Ruth
Both the owner and housekeeper were really nice and helpful, but in no way intrusive. Blockley is an ideal location to explore the Cotswolds, with plenty of places to visit nearby. The Malins is in a quiet location, with the pretty, older parts of the village just a short walk away. We had a really nice break visiting Moreton-In-Marsh, Broadway Tower, Bourton-on-the-Water and Chipping Camden.
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Peter
The house is lovely and very clean and comfortable. A great location for exploring the Cotswolds.