• Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Heating
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Why Not offers accommodations in Stow on the Wold, 20 miles from Walton Hall and 21 miles from Blenheim Palace. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a patio. Outdoor dining is also possible at the vacation home. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home features a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The accommodation is non-smoking. Royal Shakespeare Theatre is 21 miles from Why Not, while Royal Shakespeare Company is 21 miles from the property.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

FREE parking!


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Deb
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very cosy, clean, great position. Very well equipped. I would definitely recommend it.
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, cosy and comfortable, within easy reach of most attractions. Complementary bottle of wine always goes down well:)
  • Glenda
    Australia Australia
    Why Not is a very comfortable and well equipped cottage. The kitchen was particularly good. On arrival we couldn't get the shower to work but this was rectified very quickly after Cotswold Cottages sent an after hours plumber out (after checking...

Managed by Cotswold Retreats

Company review score: 8.9Based on 728 reviews from 57 properties
57 managed properties

Company info

Cotswold Retreats is a family run business, specialising in luxury UK breaks at various locations across the Cotswold Water Parks. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing Cotswold break beside the tranquillity of a beautiful lake; you wish to relax with a glass of fizz in a hot tub; or you want a fun-filled family break with entertainment for children of all ages, our selection of luxury lodges and holiday homes offers it all. And your four-legged friends don’t need to miss out, as many of our holiday homes are pet friendly. We offer accommodation to suit all tastes and needs: · Lakeside locations · Private hot tubs · Accessible lodges · Pet friendly · Cabin-style lodges · Turret-style houses Cotswold Retreat’s holiday lodges are situated at Cotswold Hoburne Holiday Park, Windrush Lake, Lake Pochard and Stow on the Wold At Cotswold Retreats we pride ourselves on offering all of our guests a five-star luxury holiday, with a home-from-home feeling and the personal service you so rightly deserve.

Property info

"Why Not" is a luxury 18th century, 2-bedroom Cotswold-stone cottage, minutes from the main square of Stow in the Wold. It has a Cosy living room with a casual dining area, stylish bright kitchen, and Sleeps 4 over 2 bedrooms. This cosy cottage is set over 3 floors. The space The lower floor has a sumptuous lounge with 2 luxurious velvet sofas from Loaf, casual dining area, TV with streaming services. This leads through into a fully equipped kitchen with Oven/Hob, Dishwasher, Fridge/Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, and slow cooker. Tea, Coffee, sugar, oils/herbs are all provided as well as high quality glassware, bake wear and china. The first floor has a full bathroom (Bath with shower, toilet, and basin) Shampoo, conditioner and body wash are all provided. At the end of the corridor there is a double bedroom. The bedroom has plenty of storage space plus a TV with streaming services. On the top floor is a further bedroom with king size bed, storage space and TV. All furnishings and linens throughout the cottage are high quality, high thread count. The cottage has all you need to enjoy a self-contained break away from home. We will consider on a case by case basis guests bringiing up to 2 small dogs with them. The dogs must be on a lead as soon as they leave the property. The stairs are not suitable for dogs to climb. Dogs must not be left in the property on their own. Dogs are not allowed on the furniture.

Neighborhood info

The cottage is situated down a very quiet, peaceful and private lane but minutes from the town centre. Kingham and Moreton in Marsh are the closest train stations and I can recommend taxis on request. Lovely restaurants and pubs are within short walking distance. Parking is on Well Lane next to the cottage and is generally easy - and free.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Why Not
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Carpeted
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Why Not takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of GBP 200 is required on arrival. That's about USD 249. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    No cribs or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Why Not of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    A damage deposit of £200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Why Not

    • Why Not can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Why Not is 650 feet from the center of Stow on the Wold. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Why Not has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Why Not offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Why Not may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Check-in at Why Not is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

      • Yes, Why Not is popular with guests booking family stays.