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Offers rural seclusion and a great base for gongoozling (canal watching!), walking and cycling. It is within easy driving to Stratford, the Cotswolds, Coventry Cathedral, Warwick Castle, Leamington Spa and National Trust properties.
The property is adjacent to the lock keepers cottage and was originally built for the horses used on the canal. The only other neighbours are sheep, although there is a traditional pub 100 metres away.
The owner Nigel is a canal enthusiast which led him to the property in the first place. Keen on all things steam, he occasionally crews on the Steam narrow Boat President on her trips away from the black country museum. Other interests include cycling and motorcycling. Napton is a great base for doing both
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Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
Lovely cottage wanna buy it!! Great location
Really nice cottage, great log burner, great location, lovely pub 30 seconds away. Totally relaxing stay
Property well built, warm and cosy. Could do with a better put - up bed though.
Really enjoyed the stay in this lovely cottage. Very comfortable and warm. I will be back. Thank you for letting me say. The village shop is wonderful.
Thanks for your kind comments and review. I am really pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
I will pass on your comments about the shop to Adam and Hannah. It certainly is how a village shop should be - a focal point for the village community and visitors.
You are most welcome to return.
Best wishes,
Nigel
Can highly recommend. We had a lovely restful week here. The bed was very comfortable and the place is very quiet. We slept extremely well. The decor is lovely and the cottage is well equipped. We had everything we needed. Lots of space too. The views are just what you want to see in the English countryside; endless fields dotted with sheep. And narrow boats on the canal side that you can watch from the kitchen window or front garden. Lovely sun trap patio seating area to the back, protected from the wind, with pretty flower planters. Loads of birds to watch too, including ducks some days. Private parking, easy to access just behind the patio wall. And a fantastic pub (The Folly) just a very short walk down the lane. Well stocked Napton store within a short walk in the centre of the village with a little cafe. Quick drive to Southam and about 20 minutes to Leamington.
In the kitchen area there is a dishwasher and an oven with an excellent cook top. Decent size fridge and also a microwave. It is very well equipped and very clean. Living area has a comfy couch and good size Sony TV with lots of selection. The WiFi works well. And there is a working wood stove for chilly nights, but good heating so we didn't really need it.
The bathroom has a good sized shower and a heated towel rack and lots of hot water. We had everything we needed for a super holiday and really enjoyed our stay. We definitely plan to return. Many thanks to owner Nigel for creating delightful oasis of peace in the beautiful English countryside.
Lesley,
Thanks for your wonderful, comprehensive review. As you know, I live next door to the Stables and I think that you have certainly caught the flavour of the things that I love around here (especially the pub!). I see it as a privilege for me to be able to introduce and share this delightful area with visitors. Warwickshire's best kept secret? I think so.
Of course when you visit, you want to stay in a place that you can relax in and feel at home. In your case, judging by your review, I think that I have succeeded.
It was lovely meeting you and Fred and I look forward to meeting you next time you "cross the pond".
Best wishes,
Nigel
We had a fantastic week with the dogs. Lovely cottage with character and charm. Nigel is the perfect host and goes above and beyond if you should need anything. Fantastic setting right on the canal. Quiet but not remote. Loved it!
Thanks Sue,
Really pleased that you all enjoyed your stay and thanks for your kind comments.
I particularly like your comment "quiet but not remote" - couldn't have put it better myself!
Best wishes,
Nigel
Travel:
M1 Junction 17 12.3 miles.
M40 Junction 12 11 miles.
Leamington Spa Station 8 Miles (Chiltern Trains, Cross Country Trains)
Rugby Station (Virgin main line to London, National Exhibition Centre,Birmingham Airport) 13 Miles
Distances:
Napton on the Hill village is approx 1/2 mile away.
National trust; Farnborough Hall (7.4 miles), Canons Ashby (9.6 miles), Upton House and Gardens (10.8 miles), Charlecote Park (12.5 miles)
Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon (12 miles)
Coventry Cathedral (18 miles)
Stratford on Avon (23 miles)
Stoke Bruerne Canal museum (25 miles)
Further Details:
Folly Inn - 100 metres, traditonal canalside pub - log fires, candles, hearty food
Post office and general shop in village.
Kings Head - 1 mile, Restaurant style pub.
Southam, 4 miles, Tesco, fuel, banks, takeaways
Daventry, 10 miles, Waitrose, Aldi, Tesco, fuel, banks, takeaways
Booking Notes: Please contact owner. A 10% deposit secures booking with balance payable 2 weeks before start of holiday. You will be invoiced for Credit card payment via Paypal (secure on line payment). I never see your card details.
Nigel Wood
Property # 8126961ha