[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pond House Cottage Cottage with a water park, near Thames River ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37890000/37886100/37886060/7ff511f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37890000/37886100/37886060/42ff9cbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37890000/37886100/37886060/dce4eea8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37890000/37886100/37886060/e10dbaa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37890000/37886100/37886060/0d4c417e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of the Cotswolds, 2-bedroom holiday cottage offers a peaceful retreat for up to 5 guests. Enjoy sole use of a large, secure and private garden with dining patio area and private parking for 2 cars. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pond House Cottage A cozy detached light and airy 2-bedroom holiday cottage that sleeps up to 5 guests, with sole use of a large, secure and private garden with a dinning patio area, There is a little pond to the side of the garden that can be fenced off on request if you have dogs or children. There is also private parking for 2 cars. The Cottage is just 1 mile from Cricklade, a small historic, 9th century Saxon town. The property is located 10 minutes from both Swindon and Cirencester – the capital of the Cotswolds and a few minutes from the Cotswolds water park, ideal for walking, riding and cycling surrounded by lovely countryside. The Perfect location to discover the delights of the Cotswolds. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car required - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No Smoking in the Cottage. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Electric car charging station - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19540000/19537700/19537659/b2bf5a29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade Lechlade on Thames - 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Turn lights off and heating down when you leave the cottage for the day. No Dogs upstairs in the bedrooms. Please clean up after your dogs. Dogs are not to be left in the cottage on their own. No cats ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Downstairs only. Do not leave unattended. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children welcome. ### Events No events allowed No Parties ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No Smoking in the Cottage. ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: No Parties Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Pond House Cottage Pond House Cottage Cottage Pond House Cottage Swindon Pond House Cottage Cottage Swindon ## About the area Located in Swindon, this cottage is in a rural area. Blunsdon Golf Course and Cineworld Swindon - Shaw Ridge are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Swindon and Cricklade Railway and Combat Splat. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Blunsdon Abbey Stadium or Stratton St Margaret Parish Grounds. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Swindon travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Swindon.dx9956) [View more Cottages in Swindon](https://www.expedia.ca/Swindon-Cottages.d9956-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.63402%2C-1.88307&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zMfFl1XQHBy8qJpVuhscLV7fxq4=) Cricklade, England ### What's nearby - Swindon and Cricklade Railway - 5 min drive - 5.8 km - Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 7 min drive - 7.4 km - Lakeside Ski & Wake - 9 min drive - 10.8 km - Swindon Designer Outlet - 13 min drive - 12.3 km - Lydiard Park - 17 min drive - 12.5 km ### Getting around - Kemble Station - 17 min drive - Oxford (OXF) - 60 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Strawberry Thief - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cafe Vialottie - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Red Lion - ‬4 min drive - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pond House Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Pond House Cottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pond House Cottage? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pond House Cottage located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Paddy's Pawfect Paddock, Thames Path, and Thames River. Swindon and Cricklade Railway and Cotswold Country Park and Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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