Wigrams Canalside Cottage
ID: S140424
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Wigrams Canalside Cottage in Southam, Warwickshire, is highly praised for its picturesque setting and tranquil atmosphere. Guests appreciate the well-equipped cottage, comfortable furnishings, and the thoughtful welcome pack. The surrounding views and wildlife add to the charm, with the canal providing a unique backdrop. The property's cleanliness and maintenance are noted positively, and the hosts are commended for their hospitality.
The cottage receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests consistently noting it as very clean. Only one mention of cobwebs and a vacuum issue slightly impacts the score.
The location is exceptional, with guests loving the peaceful canal-side setting and proximity to local amenities and countryside. It's described as idyllic and perfect for relaxation.
Overall, guests find the cottage comfortable, especially praising the bed and the peaceful environment. However, a few guests noted the sofa as hard, which slightly lowers the score.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-stocked kitchen and good Wi-Fi in the bedroom. Some minor issues with heating and Wi-Fi range in other areas are noted.
The welcome pack is frequently mentioned and highly appreciated, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it's important to note that such gifts, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Wigrams Canalside Cottage is a single-storey, semi-detached holiday property attached to the owner's home, occupying an idyllic setting next to the canal, in a quiet corner of Warwickshire. This is a lovely, romantic hideaway enjoying views over the duck pond from the kitchen and a homely feel throughout, ideal for couples looking to escape. Head into the entrance hall at the front, which is great for storing your bikes and walking gear ready to take on the local attractions in the area. Unwind in the open-plan living room and truly make the most of your evening, with cosy nights before the fire and romantic dinners cooked up in the well-appointed kitchen. There is a lovely breakfast bar for reading the morning newspaper and every inch of the space has been thoughtfully presented to make you feel right at home. There is a beautifully presented king-size double bedroom, which is zip/and link offering flexible sleeping arrangements, while the shower room boasts a large walk-in shower and plenty of space to get ready. Enjoy a morning coffee in bed and watch the canal boats chugging past the window, carrying other holiday makers enjoying their time on the water. Watch and feed the local waterfowl and free roaming hens, and later sit and watch the sunset, with an evening drink, and only the fence between you and the canal-boats. Or at night sit gazing at the stars and benefiting from the crystal clear skies due to no light pollution. If you are planning a group or family gathering please note there is a campsite alongside the cottage and a guest house in the adjacent property catering for up to three couples.As the cottage is immediately alongside the canal if any of your party have a boat, they may wish to moor alongside with a gate straight off the canal towpath.Or should your friends or family wish to hire a boat from one of the hire fleets within a mile radius, they can bring it to the cottage.The owners are happy to assist in moving the boat should you wish. The property ideally located the canal so should any of your party have a boat, you are able to moor alongside with a gate straight off the canal towpath. Guests are able to hire a boat from one of the nearby hire fleets. There are lovely walks from the door and you are moments away from the marina, as well as the village shop and pub at Napton-on-the-Hill. There are no public roads in the vicinity, but there are lovely walks directly from the door along the towpath, and you are moments away from the marinas, the pubs, as well as an award winning village shop & cafe at Napton-on-the-Hill. The historic town of Southam is also nearby with a supermarket, regular farmers' market and a leisure centre. Explore the delights of the Draycote Water reservoir with birdwatching, cycle trails and fishing, or pay a visit to the beautiful town of Stratford-upon-Avon, home to Shakespeare's birthplace and The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, as well as many high street and independent shops, pubs and eateries. Travel further afield to the many charming Cotswolds towns and villages in the area and look forward to returning to this quality base to spend your down time together - a wonderful choice for a holiday!
This Warwickshire village offers a number of good pubs, a shop, Post Office, tea room and marina with narrow boat hire. Close by, the town of Southam offers more amenities and there are many walks which can be enjoyed in the area including the Millennium Way, Oxford Canal Walk and Grand Union Canal Walk. Just a short drive away is Stratford-upon-Avon and you also have all the delights of the Cotswolds within easy reach.
Accommodation
All ground-floor.
1 x king-size double (zip/link can be twins on request).
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area, breakfast island and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove included i n rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 to 3 cars at owner's property next door.
Shared garden with views over canal.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
No smoking.
Shop and pub 1.4 miles.
Dogs must be on a lead when outside animals on-site.
Note: Care to be taken in the garden, due to tree stumps and rabbit holes in the wood, and steep banks by the pond.
Note: The cottage is immediately alongside the canal, if any guests have a boat, you may wish to moor alongside with a gate straight off the canal towpath.
Note: Local boat hire available at close proximity to the property.
Reviews (63)
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Dany
Everything needed kitchen wise was there. Shame that the towel heating rail decided not to work during our Christmas visit. Peaceful and calm along the canal path for a muddy walk with all the rain we had lately. May I suggest a few little solar panel lights along the path from the parking area to the cottage to enable visitors where they are treading when they arrive after dusk. Overall a lovely week where we enjoyed the wood fire.
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Christine
It was good to watch passing boats and the wildlife. The cottage is well equipped. I just felt that the sofa should be replaced as it isn't comfortable in my opinion. The bed in contrast is very comfortable. The welcome basket was great, the best I have experienced. Apart from a very brief meeting with the owner on arrival when I had a problem with the key safe, I didn't see the owners.
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Alex
Views overlooking the canal at the front and countryside and pond behind. Well equipped and plenty of space for two people. Nice outside area to sit out and watch the boats go by.