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Somerford Keynes Vacation barn rental with beach/lake nearby, internet access, balcony/terrace and walking

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Barn
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
3 nights min stay

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Key information

100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
Beach/lakeside relaxation
Swimming pool
Not suitable for children
Car advised
No pets allowed
Private garden

From the owner

No additional fees; quoted price includes cleaning.

Designed exclusively for adults, Hobbys Rest combines original features and contemporary touches in an enchanting holiday home for two.

Set within a picturesque cobbled courtyard on the award winning Lower Mill Estate with 550 acres of glorious Cotswolds countryside to explore, including seven lakes, three rivers and miles of exclusive walking trails and cycling tracks. Cycle, play tennis or swim in the outdoor heated swimming pool. Take out a canoe or paddle board and be enchanted by water voles, otters and beavers in their natural habitat.

Spacious and open plan, Hobbys Rest has soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, a stylish wood burner and spectacular orchard views.

A well-equipped kitchen area, with integrated appliances and

mid-century-modern tableware, complements the overall Scandi style.

There is a relaxed country vibe in the bedroom, with a king-sized oak bed and crisp, cotton linens.

Sleek, modern bathrooms have contemporary fittings and warm Karndean flooring.

A full-width opening glazed screen spans the living area and leads to a private patio within a secluded organic orchard. For the exclusive use of just a handful of cottages, the orchard is an oasis of nature and wildlife.

Hobbys Rest includes free, unlimited wifi; SMART TV with Freeview, NOW TV and Netflix enabled; DAB radio/music centre by PURE.

Entrance to the Mill Village outdoor heated pool and sauna included.

Please note that access to the Lower Mill Estate Art Spa is not included.

Strictly adults only, we do not accept children or babies.

Sorry, no pets.

Hobbys Rest is a smoke-free and vape-free environment. Smoking, vaping and the charging of e-cigarettes is not permitted.

Secure designated parking is just a 1 minute walk from the cottage - and guests are able to drop their bags at the courtyard gate.

Habitat Housekeeping cleans and prepares Hobbys Rest for guests. The company holds the Visit England Good to Go award and meets government and public health industry standards in relation to Covid 19.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
1 Family bathroom, 1 En suite

Families

Not suitable for children
No pets allowed

Access

Parking
Secure parking
Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

Wi-Fi available
Shared outdoor pool (heated)
Private garden
BBQ
Patio
Balcony or terrace

Boat available
Bicycles available
Internet access
Central heating
Fireplace
Safe
Sauna
Table tennis
Stove
Fridge
Freezer
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
Iron
TV
Satellite TV
DVD player
Stereo system
Linen provided
Towels provided
Housekeeping Included

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from $192/night

Hobby's Rest: Close to Nature; Far from Ordinary. – Home 6778957

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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

100% refund100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

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50% refund50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

24 hours after booking

25% refund25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refundNo refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($123.98) £100.00

Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

Guests must agree to the Lower Mill Estate Code of Conduct by signing and returning the Guest Information Form in advance of arrival.

About the owner

Janet A.

Average reply time:: 2 hours 56 minutes
Calendar last updated:: 08 Apr 2024
Years listed:: 8
Based in:: United Kingdom

Languages spoken: English, French

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A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

Hobby’s Rest

Sep 2021

We had a fantastic few days at Hobby’s Rest. The accommodation was superb & the surprise gift from the owners during our stay was a lovely touch. The Lower Mill Estate has so much to off… More

15 Sep 2021

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner

Thanks for reviewing Hobby's Rest. It's great to know you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

Eddie E

Leighton Buzzard, England, United Kingdom

Total Relaxation

Aug 2021

We have just spent a week at Hobby's Rest and WOW... Janet and Pete have a beautiful home that they allow to be rented. The accommodation has everything....I mean everything that you could or wou… More

15 Aug 2021

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner

Thanks for reviewing Hobby's Rest. We're really pleased you enjoyed your stay. We love the Thames river walks too! Hope to welcome you again soon.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

We had a great stay!

Jun 2021

We had a great stay! The place is very clean, with all the need it facilities and very comfy bed. And not to forget the great views! We went for walks around the lakes and Thames path walk too. We al… More

17 Jun 2021

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Response from the owner

Thanks for reviewing Hobby's Rest. We love hearing about all the wonderful activities our guests enjoyed! We're pleased you had a great stay and hope to welcome you again soon.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

Great stay!!

Aug 2020

We had such a lovely time at this beautiful little cottage! It was very well equipped, clean, modern and so cosy with a huge orchard behind it to use as well. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and also felt… More

24 Aug 2020

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner

Thanks for reviewing Hobby's Rest. We love the orchard too! We're pleased you had a lovely stay and hope to welcome you again soon.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

Cotswold Staycation

Aug 2020

Booked as a break after the turmoils of past few months. Looked at lots of properties and Hobby Rest seemed to fit the bill. Not disappointed. Property was fantastic. Spotlessly clean. Everything yo… More

23 Aug 2020

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner

Thanks for reviewing Hobbys Rest. We're really pleased you enjoyed your stay and that the cottage met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

Review 1-5 of 11

FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Janet (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Janet (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Janet (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view Janet the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online and send Janet (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Janet (the owner) an enquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

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You can also request a quote from Janet (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your holiday booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my holiday?

Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Janet (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Janet (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage my booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my holiday?

You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Janet (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Janet (the owner) a message.

If Janet (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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