Offering a garden and quiet street view, Melrose cottage is located in Goring, 30 km from Newbury Racecourse and 32 km from University of Oxford. Featuring private check-in and check-out, this property also provides guests with DVD player. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a CD player. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a desk and a flat-screen TV. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast provides a selection of packed lunches. LaplandUK is 38 km from Melrose cottage, while Notley Abbey is 38 km away. London Heathrow Airport is 60 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Goring

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Such a welcoming and friendly host. Rose really makes you feel so comfortable
  • Rosemary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All excellent. Friendly hostess, comfortable bed and room. Tasty breakfast.
  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very homely and flexible. Friendly host. Excellent breakfast.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location when walking the Ridgeway path. Rose was a friendly and helpful host. She made a really delicious and generous breakfast. Room was very clean, quiet and had everything I needed. I really enjoyed my stay.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was comfortable, meticulously clean and had a very warm, friendly ambience. Rose, the proprietor, was a very helpful and engaging person. Highly recommended.
  • Min
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is my second time staying in this lovely cottage. The room has everything I need, and is very quiet at night. Rose is very helpful and she really makes me feel welcomed.
  • Ben
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Rose was such an amazing host. She was so friendly and helpful, always happy to have a chat about your day. Also the breakfasts were great and she put on a great spread.
  • Artyom
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The cleanest place i've ever stayed at. Melrose is an amazing host. Breakfast was formidable and varied. Got also to do a load of laundry at no charge.
  • C
    Craig
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This charming B&B is located in a quiet road within a 5 minute walk from the village centre and the railway station. There was ample room to park. The host, Rose, was very welcoming to her home and a delight to chat with. Rose was extremely...
  • Jenny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Free parking, Good sized downstairs en-suite bedroom with a great shower, mini fridge and tea/coffee facilities. Our host Rose was very welcoming and served a cracking breakfast next morning.

Managed by Rose

Company review score: 9.9Based on 330 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I love to meet people with different backgrounds from all over the world who come to enjoy this beautiful part of the country.

Property information

We are a friendly family home and love having guests. We pride ourselves in a warm welcome and a delicious cooked breakfast.

Neighbourhood information

We are situated a ten minute flat walk to the heart of the village of Goring in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Goring currently holds the title "South of England Village of the Year". From Goring the River Thames runs from north to south, in addition to attractive riverside scenery, Goring-on-Thames is convenient for many places of interest, including Oxford and the Cotswolds, and London is less than an hour away by train. The Goring Gap is also at the junction of the Ridgeway and the Thames. We have several places to eat and drink .

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Melrose cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Melrose cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Melrose cottage

  • The prices at Melrose cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Melrose cottage include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin
  • Check-in at Melrose cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Melrose cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Melrose cottage is 0.7 miles from the centre of Goring. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Melrose cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.