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Locke's Cottage at Alscot Estate

Locke's Cottage at Alscot Estate

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 18 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.6
Condition
4.8
Location
4.9
Value
4.8
Customer
Service
4.6

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Overlooking the peaceful green, in the oh-so-charming estate village of Preston on Stour, Locke’s Cottage is an enchanting, Grade II listed black and white cottage. Surrounded by wonderful walks, a delightful village shop and café, and the historical appeal of Stratford-upon-Avon on your doorstep, Locke’s is a gorgeous base for Shakespearean escapades and Cotswold adventures. Step inside and you’ll find a beautifully designed cottage packed with charm and personality by the bucket load! There’s a cosy living room with a wood-burning stove, whilst upstairs a spa-inspired shower room and indulgent four-poster bedroom await. Locke’s Cottage is a glorious 16th-century hideaway that has been stunningly brought into the 21st century and is the perfect spot for romantic adventures in the countryside. A four-legged friend is also welcome to join you.

Christmas Stay

Review submitted on Sun, 29 Dec 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We chose to stay at Lockes Cottage over Christmas and had a lovely time. We were happily surprised with a beautifully decorated Christmas tree on arrival and a bottle of bubbles in the fridge.

We made use of the wood burning fireplace which was warm and cosy, as well as the kitchen which is small, but we managed to cook our Christmas dinner easily.

The village was very quiet, with plenty of areas to walk our dog.

All in all, we had a cosy Christmas in a beautiful cottage, so a big thank you from us!



Welcome Weekend Getaway at Lockes Cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 10 Dec 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at Lockes Cottage in spite of the horrendous weather that storm Darragh brought in. We were very cosy and had everything we required. Lovely village surrounded by wonderful places to visit. We would definitely recommend a stay and Lockes Cottage and we shall definitely be returning.



Wonderful short break

Review submitted on Wed, 02 Oct 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
3.0
We couldn't have found a more suitable cottage for our needs than Locke's cottage. It is firstly full of charm and is typically a chocolate box property , quirky and characterful , mainly due to it's age . If you are wanting a quiet bolthole , away from the stresses of modern life , then Preston on Stour is perfect , and the villagers that we met were very friendly and helpful. It is also an excellent base for discovering the whole region of Stratford on Avon and the Cotswolds .
The only difficulty that we faced , was a delay on getting the security number for the key safe , which meant that we lost a few hours before we were able to get access. This was mainly due to not being able to contact the property managers on the telephone numbers that we had . However once this had been sorted , the rest of our weekend was perfect , and we will definitely be visiting again.




Bolthole Retreats replied 91 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Locke's Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, however disappointed to read the points that you have raised. We have spoken to the Alscot Estate who apologise that you were not able to get hold of the property managers. They have let us know that the property managers were on holiday and an email was sent to you with alternative contact numbers a few days before arrival. We also understand that the estate were in touch with you to by text message to confirm that you had checked in and that you were enjoying your stay.

A lovely location is you want to restore your energies.

Review submitted on Sun, 22 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
I wanted a quiet place to restore my energies and thoughts. All was good except for the ugly noise that emanated from the house next door every evening for about an hour or so. I presume it was the children practising but it was very off putting and noisy and loud enough to be heard over the television. This was NOT what I wanted to hear. The other observation is that it should be made more aware of the unevenness of the floor upstairs and downstairs - NOT AT ALL suitable for the elderly. I found it quite unnerving especially in the night when I wanted to use the toilet.



Bolthole Retreats replied 98 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Locke's Cottage. We are very disappointed to read the points that you have raised. We have shared your feedback with the property manager who apologises for the noise coming from the house next door and are sorry that this disturbed your stay. They have also let us know that they have never had any comments before regarding noise from any of their residential neighbours. On our website, we have a 3D tour where you are able to walk around and in our points of note we state "Guests should be aware that Locke’s Cottage is a listed 16th-century cottage, and the floors do slope in places, particularly in the bathroom."

Delightful Cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 15 Sep 2024
3.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
2.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
We stayed for 3 nights. Whilst the details do refer to the fact that the cottage is very old and rickety, it really is a bit of a challenge for anyone with less than good mobility. There is no dishwasher - which I suspect most people take for granted these days - and beware if you have a pacemaker like my wife because the hob is induction!

Overall nicely done but I'm not sure really thought through from the users perspective. I would recommend but only to those whose mobility in completely unimpared.



Bolthole Retreats replied 100 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Locke's Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, however disappointed to read the points that you have raised. We have shared your feedback with the owner who has taken these points on board, and these will be looked into. On our property listing under the full description, we state that there is an induction hob in the kitchen.

Very relaxing

Review submitted on Wed, 04 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Cottage was lovely, very compact but comfortable and perfect for a couple. Nice walks nearby for our dog and the village was very peaceful. The village shop wasn't open during our visit, but it's a lovely amenity to have a few minutes walk away.



Lovely little cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 06 Aug 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed here as a last minute booking and we were really happy we did. The cottage is absolutely stunning in a really beautiful area. We had everything we needed and more. The decor is beautiful and everything is really nice quality and really well done. The location is excellent, a stones throw from the Cotswolds and on the doorstep of Shakespeare country too. Definitely recommend.



A lovely stay

Review submitted on Thu, 25 Jul 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The cottage was a total delight located in a beautiful village. Nicely equipped and furnished. Kitchen tiny but adequate you wouldn’t want to do much cooking in it. We really enjoyed our stay at Lockes cottage - thank you



Bolthole Retreats replied 160 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Locke's Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and liked the village, however, disappointed to read your feedback regarding the size of the kitchen. On our website listing we have a 3D tour of the property, photos and a floor plan which all show the size.

Idyllic cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 08 Jul 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Loved Lockes Cottage! It’s a gorgeous cottage in an idyllic setting. The cottage is so well equipped and beautifully decorated, very comfortable bed & luxurious bedding, excellent shower room . The village is also perfect , lovely walks on doorstep & brilliant cafe. Preston-on-Stour is great base to visit all North Cotswolds has to offer. Highly recommend.



2nd visit - nice place and lovely area

Review submitted on Wed, 12 Jun 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our 2nd visit didn’t disappoint . Lovely house in a gorgeous village and close to all the amenities . Will be back !



Our stay at Lockes Cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 12 Jun 2024
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lockes Cottage is a delight and so is Preston on Stour. The cottage was easy to find with very easy access to a main road. For the places we wanted to visit, Hidcote Gardens and Kiftsgate, it was ideally situated.
The interior of Lockes Cottage is of a very high standard, but you do need to get used to the sloping floors! Loved the shower, though the toilet was a little temperamental at times. The bed was adequately comfortable, but could do with some softer pillows, my husband had to resort to a cushion from the sofa. And on that note I personally did not find the sofa that comfortable to sit on. And thank you so much for having an easy to use oven, the number of places we've been to that you need a degree to work the oven is unbelievable.
A delight and so pleased I found it by chance.



Bolthole Retreats replied 204 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Locke's Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you liked the cottage and the location. On our website, we have a 3D tour where you are able to walk around the cottage and see the floors. We have shared the points that you have raised with the owners who have taken these onboard and they will be looked into.

Lovely cottage in a very quiet and pretty village

Review submitted on Fri, 19 Apr 2024
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Pro’s
Very well furnished and decorated cottage
Welcome book very useful and full of great great information.
We like the location in the small and typical village
Con’s
European plug adaptor for UK would have been appreciated.
Mind your head when passing doors
Washing machine would be a plus



Bolthole Retreats replied 258 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Locke's Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you liked the cottage and the location. We have shared your feedback with the owner who has taken this onboard and will look into the points raised.

Relaxing stay at Locke's Cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 03 Apr 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Just returned from a lovely Easter break at Locke's cottage.
The cottage is absolutely gorgeous and has been upgraded and styled to be so lovely and comfortable. Great sleep in a comfy bed and lovely renovated bathroom with great water pressure considering the age of the cottage!
Also a very well equipped kitchen if you do want to stay in and cook.
The fireplace was lovely and generates an amazing heat so you felt warm and cozy.
It's a quick drive into Stratford-upon-Avon if you want to explore the history of the town and get your Shakespeare on. We actually walked it which took about 1.5 hours if you're keen. Also an easy bike ride. The nearby Bell pub (great food and service) and walks were also lovely.




Beautiful cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 28 Mar 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at Locke Cottage. The village is lovely and the cottage is stunning inside and out, it had everything we could need for our stay. It is very well equipped and beautifully decorated and furnished to the highest standard. We loved the cosy feel and the fire. The garden was also lovely to sit out in and ideal for our pooch. Great communication and early check in was a bonus. The location is perfect near the Cotswolds and Stratford-upon-Avon. Would highly recommend!



A very enjoyable stay in a magnificent location

Review submitted on Fri, 16 Feb 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We booked this cottage because of its history and location and because it was dog friendly. It is a perfect blend of historical interest and contemporary fittings. Although small, the kitchen was very well equipped. There was a large screen, smart TV with wi-fi. A lot of thought has gone into decorating and modernising this property. The bedroom, with a four-poster bed, and modern bathroom with walk-in shower was wonderful. The house had flag-stones and original floor boards. My only criticism was inadequate heating. One under-powered radiator in living room. Although there was a log-burner, I could not get this fired-up due to lack of kindling wood. ( I was a Boy Scout). This needs some attention, particularly in the winter months. We loved our stay here ( 3 miles from Stratford On Avon and a Waitrose). Recommended for a couple and a dog.



New years stay at Lockes cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 03 Jan 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We LOVED our stay in this beautiful cottage.

Customer service and communication was excellent from booking, and we were treated a bottle of champagne and some wonderful coffee from local roasters on arrival.

The cottage itself has everything you need, and was wonderfully cosy. The fire was perfect.

It’s just a 10 minute drive to Stratford upon Avon, and there are several lovely walks around Preston-on-stour itself.

Hopefully we’ll be back soon!



Lovely short stay

Review submitted on Sun, 19 Nov 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a lovely stay at lockes cottage. Everything was done to the best quality and the toiletries and reed dispensers smelt amazing - comfortable bed and great towels. Appreciated the early check in too. Communication was great and welcome gifts were appreciated. Would recommend.



Stunning cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 31 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Absolutely loved our stay in this beautiful cottage. There has been no expense spared in refurbing this home. The decor and furnishings are beautiful and it was spotlessly clean. Perfect location for visiting Stratford upon Avon and the Cotswolds with plenty of walks on your doorstep. Highly recommend a visit to the Bell Inn in Alderminster for food.