Guests say
The Plough is a well-regarded cottage in Bampton, praised for its cleanliness, prime location, and beautiful garden. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cosy atmosphere, and the thoughtful touches provided. While some minor maintenance issues and comfort concerns are noted, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests recommending the property and expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean and tidy, with a few noting exceptional cleanliness. However, there were isolated complaints about a stale smoke smell and the need for deeper cleaning in certain areas, slightly lowering the score.
The location is highly praised for being excellent, within easy reach of local attractions, and offering a quiet atmosphere despite a busy road. The village of Bampton is appreciated for its amenities and friendly locals.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with cosy beds and a warm environment. Some guests, however, mentioned issues with the sofas and mattresses, suggesting a need for updates to enhance comfort.
The cottage is well-equipped, but several reviews mention the need for maintenance and updates, including kitchen appliances and bathroom privacy. These concerns affect the score, indicating room for improvement.
Guests often mention thoughtful touches like chocolates, coffee bags, and a bottle of wine, contributing to a welcoming experience. While these gifts are appreciated, it's important to note they are not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
Ideal for exploring the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the city of Oxford with its fascinating historic buildings..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 38" Freeview TV, Soundbar, Woodburner
Kitchen: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine
Cellar: (3 Steps), Freezer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 42" Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner (October - March) included. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and barbecue. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: shared access to cottage, with one neighbour having ’right of way’ through the garden.. Formerly a public house in the village of Bampton in the Thames valley in Oxfordshire, this comfortable three bedroomed terraced cottage, with a beautiful garden, is ideally set 500 yards from the village centre. Bampton has become famous as the filming village location of Downton Abbey, and you can certainly enjoy modern village life as it features four pubs, a café, a convenience store, an art gallery, library, post office, butchers and pharmacy. The village famously boasts three Morris dancing teams which can be seen during the summer, their main event taking place on the Spring Bank Holiday weekend where you can also enjoy other traditional events including the great original annual shirt race, May garlands and the Flower Festival. From Bampton you can easily reach the River Thames just 2½ miles away and with footpath walks and cycling available, also the Cotswolds with Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water and Chipping Norton within half an hour’s drive. Carp and trout fishing is available just 8 miles away. Witney, with a larger range of shops, is 5½ miles and the University city of Oxford, where you can explore the historic buildings, go punting on the river, eat and shop in the many independent and high street cafés, restaurants and stores is 18 miles. If it’s shopping you’re after, you can take a trip to Swindon or Bicester where you will find many bargains at the outlet shopping villages. For nature lovers, the Chimney Meadow Nature Reserve is located just over 2 miles away, where you will discover many different species of birds. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
Free WiFi
Reviews (24)
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Confirmed Guest
Nice location, clean and tidy, our only minor gripe was that we found the towels small.
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Nathan
Great location and well equipped place.
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Adrian
Would recommend and thanks for allowing us to stay.