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Evesham,
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£280
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MIll Cottage
nestles on the banks of the River Isbourne amongst peaceful and
tranquil surroundings. Reached by a private road, it is set
in grounds of about 5 acres and is situated about 1 mile from the
centre of the historic market town of Evesham. About 150
years old, the cottage was once the residence of the Miller of the
nearby water mill. It is fully equipped, including open log
fire in the lounge and garden furniture / barbecue for guests to
enjoy the countryside setting. The
adjacent Hampton Mill is also available as a long-term let,
details of which can be found at http://www.hamptonmill.fsnet.co.uk
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| The Place |
The historic
market town of Evesham is tucked into the loop of the River Avon
and was founded in about AD700. There was once a large Abbey
but this was dissolved in about 1540. The site of the
Battle of Evesham is only 2 miles away. It was during this
battle that Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester, democrat and
reformer of Parliament was slain. A magnificent collection
of historical artefacts is on display at the Almonry Heritage
Centre nearby.
There are plenty of good
restaurants and pubs in the town itself, as well as in the
surrounding villages. Some serve the famous Evesham
Asparagus Supper of fresh asparagus, new potatoes, crispy fried
bacon, peas and butter sauce, followed by strawberries and cream
and scrumpy cider.
The River Isbourne is graded
1B by the NRA, and interestingly it is reputed to be the only
river in England to run south to north! Fishing however is
not allowed, as the whole valley is designated a Special Wildlife
Site by the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust. Over 70 species of
birds have been recorded here over the years, including
Kingfishers, Herons, Dabchicks, Woodpeckers and Warblers. A
pair of Mute Swans nest on an island near to the adjacent mill and
rear their cygnets on the mill pool in front of the cottage.
Public footpaths allow you
to walk from the cottage to Bredon Hill or along the banks of the
Avon to Hampton Ferry and then to the markets, shops and meadows
of Evesham.
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| The
Cottage |
The cottage is 4
keys Approved by the English Tourist Board and is about half a
mile down a private road and about half a mile due south of the
centre of Evesham. It is surrounded by open farmland,
meadow, woodland, and an old orchard separated by the river, leat
and streams. It sleeps up to 6 adults in a double and two
twin rooms: a cot is also available if required.
Unfortunately we cannot accept guests with pets as there are farm
animals nearby. The accommodation comprises:-
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| Lounge
with large comfortable three piece suite around the open
fireplace, colour TV. This cosy relaxing area adjoins
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Dining room
which has a table and chairs for 6, sideboard piano, books,
games and tourist information. These two rooms face
west and double doors lead to the garden and the river as
well as making a pleasant indoor / outdoor area.
Cloakroom wc
and hand wash basin. Ironing, cleaning equipment and
other storage.
Kitchen all
electric including cooker, washing machine, microwave
etc. Ample utensils, crockery etc. Overlooks
open fields.
Breakfast Room
bar table and stools, refrigerator.
Bedrooms - all
have the appropriate sized beds with spring interior
mattresses, linen, duvets and two pillows per person, a
wardrobe, dressing table, chair, bedside table and lamp.
Bedroom 1 has a
4ft 6 ins wide bed; Bedroom 2 has two 3ft wide beds; Bedroom
3 has one 3ft wide bed with another 3ft wide
"guest" bed stored beneath it.
Bathroom with
bath, washbasin, wc and shaver point.
Garden - patio chairs
and table, portable barbecue, other seating in the 5 acres
of grounds and beside the river. Ample space for car
parking. All linen and towels are provided. The
cottage is centrally heated throughout and all electricity
is included. There is also a 'payphone' for your use. |
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| Things to do locally |
As well as the
wealth of wildlife to be found in the 5 acres of grounds, there is
plenty to explore in the surrounding area via a number of public
footpaths. The delightful villages of Overbury, Chipping
Campden, Broadway and Pershore are also just a short drive
away. Within about 20 minutes, there is also the elegant
Cheltenham Spa, Worcester and Stratford-upon-Avon. (For
Shakespeare theatre tickets phone 01789 - 295623 ) If you
have time, visit Hidcote Gardens, the C16 Fleece Inn at Bretforton,
Sudeley Castle, Tewkesbury, Evesham Regatta, or just laze around
on the banks of the River Isbourne, watch the wildlife and let the
world go by.
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Prices (in GBP)
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£280
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£425
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High
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| Christmas
and New Year
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£120
per day
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(minimum
5 days) |
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| Weekend
breaks available Friday evening to Sunday evening
£140 - please ask
for dates available. Short lets (out of season)
£70 per day (min 2 days). Long lets - up to 6
months (max 8 months) £750 per calendar month.
Prices include all linen, electricity, heating etc, but
not telephone.
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