Green Cottage is steeped in history. The original bread oven is still to be seen in the dining room. In 1914, Green Cottage was occupied by the Soul Family. Mrs Soul sent 5 sons to the First World War. It is said that Mrs Soul lit a candle each night in one window to guide her boys back but none ever returned. No British family lost more sons in the Great War. Great Rissington church contains pictures and details of the Soul brothers. There is also futher information in Green Cottage.
New for the 2013 season is an Everhot range cooker. Manufactured not far from Gloucester, this state of the art cooker provides a constant heat source together with three ovens, an induction hob as well as hotplates. It's perfect for hosting large parties or for those wanting to try out new cooking experiences. In addition, in the large garden to help energetic children (and Dads) run off their energy and develop silky football skills, a Samba 12ft x 6ft goal has been set up...so don't forget your football!
Visitors Book Comments 2011:
'Brilliant stay, we had a party for 5th & 50th, cool house, lovely seats, clean mugs, warm fires, lovely scenery, great big garden! Really homely. Highly recommended! 5*!' (Berks)
'Another lovely stay. Already thinking of when we can come next.' (Aus)
'We enjoyed the cottage alot: the stove, the garden, the beds. All was great! We did a lot of sightseeing in the area.' (Holland)
'Our 6th visit to the cottage & we still enjoy it as much as ever. Thanks.' (Brussels)
'Most beautiful place we've stayed in. Very well provisioned. Thank you so much.' (Aus)
'Thank you so much for a lovely stay! We have had an amazing time in this beautiful cottage.' (Denmark)
'It was everything we had hoped for & more! Thank you.' (USA)
'We enjoyed a wonderful week in this beautiful, well equipped cottage. It is so comfortable & the garden is super. The fruit was delicious! The whole family was delighted with the holiday!' (Germany)
'Amazing holiday, lovely time relaxing in the garden!' (Aus & UK)
Visitors Book Comments 2010:
'Another fantastic week of walking & toasting marshmallows' London
'Wonderful stay, beautiful garden. Very relaxing for 'girls'' California
'Our 5th stay in your cottage & we just love it more every time. Impressed by your garden plan on the notice board' Brussels
'What a fabulous week here! Thanks so much! Great cottage. Wonderful place in the Cotswolds!' Hong Kong
'Had a fabulous week - weather great. Cottage lovely.' Derbyshire
'Lovely, restful week & the boys loved the garden. Lots of badminton!' Lincolnshire
'Our 2nd visit. Lovely relaxing place, great garden. Enjoyed chilling as well as visits in the area. Church at Moreton v.good. Lovely garden & fresh produce. Thanks.' Yorkshire
'40th bday. Wonderful stay! Beautiful scenery & lovely cottage. With thanks.' Group booking
'Wonderful venue & accommodation for old friends to get together. Many thanks.' Group booking
'Like a home away from home for us. Celebrated a wonderful 60th bday' Australia
Visitors Book Comments 2009:
'Had a great time, the garden & house was fabulous - the children also had a great time in the garden' Somerset
'Lovely w/e. Boys loved the garden & football table' Herts
'We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful area. House & garden fantastic. A big thumbs up from all the gang. Thanks!' London
'Marvellous week again in your beautiful house. Many thanks.' Brussels
'Very nice stay, big great garden - we loved our week here in your beautiful cottage. Loved the aga!' Nevada, USA
'A wonderful stay in a lovely cottage - we enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cottage & garden' Slovenia
'Ta for the drink. Nice spot, red hot all w/e, very much enjoyed' Leeds
'There can have been few families who have had as much fun here as we have. We slept in all the beds, ran through the garden eating things at 7am, made silly movies & played all your games. It was magical & we were only here for 3 nights! Thank you so much.' Australia
