Providing quiet street views, Melrose cottage in Goring features accommodations and a garden. The property is around 18 miles from Newbury Racecourse, 20 miles from University of Oxford, and 23 miles from LaplandUK. There's a picnic area and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a desk and a flat-screen TV. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast provides a selection of packed lunches. Notley Abbey is 24 miles from Melrose cottage, while Highclere Castle is 24 miles away. London Heathrow Airport is 37 miles from the property.

Couples in particular 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 twin bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
2 twin 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

  • Shaddox
    United States United States
    Melrose Cottage was a great place to stay whilst cycling King Alfred’s Way. I was able to securely store my bicycle in the garage. Location was great and I was able to conveniently walk into town and to the shop. Was nice having the ceiling fan in...
  • Rice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Rose was very friendly & breakfast was excellent
  • Stephen
    United States United States
    Rose was a great and helpful host. The room was clean and comfortable and breakfast was delicious.
  • Patricia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were made to feel very welcome. It was comfortable and very clean. The breakfast was brilliant 😁
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Rose was a lovely host, rooms were clean and as advertised
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptionally friendly and helpful. Rooms were very good, breakfast delicious. The only thing we'd change is the temperature control on the ahower
  • Niels
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful host. Great breakfast. Clean room. Our room had no private bathroom but the two shared bathrooms available were plenty (we could actually shower in parallel this way).
  • 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.

Managed by Rose

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

Company info

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

Property info

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

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

Amenities of Melrose cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub 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

  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

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

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

  • Accessible parking

Services

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

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Melrose cottage

  • Room options at Melrose cottage include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin
  • Check-in at Melrose cottage is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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

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

  • The prices at Melrose cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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