As American visitors, we had long dreamed of seeing the English countryside and experience the historic beauty. This cottage checked the boxes on every level. It was modern where you want it to be (electric heating, new fridge and stovetop range, etc.) and historic where you want it to be (the architecture, hardware and small details, the exterior of the building).
If you happen to be an American reading this, just know driving and parking in and around Swalcliffe and extending villages will push you out of your comfort zone. It is akin to driving through an alleyway, although nearby, wider highways are accessible if you are willing to take a less direct route to local attractions.
Cell coverage specifically at the cottage did not work for us, but wifi was reliable and available. Of all the sights we saw, the actual cottage was our favorite, and lucky us we got to stay there for a week.