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Blackpitt Farm Holiday Cottages, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £225 to £ 450

Self catering accommodation in Stow-on-the-Wold sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access R

Accommodation overview: Near the old Cotswold market town of Stow on the Wold, hidden at the end of a private drive are two cosy self catering holiday cottages.

Well and Stable cottage are set in a secluded, peaceful location on a small farm and enjoy far reaching and uninterupted views.

There are large grass lawned areas with seating, pinic tables and barbeque, ideal for children and dogs (no restriction on size or number of dogs)

The cottages are fully equiped with all essential appliances including dish washer, a washing machine and tumble drier are also available to guests.

There is a TV with free view and DVD player in the lounges and double bedrooms. Both cottages have broadband connection.

Phone enquiries: 01451 831 855

Weir House, Chipping Norton, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £2689

Self catering accommodation in Chipping Norton sleeps 10.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Swimming Pool • Easy Walking Access • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview:

Weir House details

One of twelve properties at Bruern Cottages offering the luxury and comfort you'd expect from a 5 star hotel, with the space and personalised touches you can only find in a bespoke self catering property. We like to think of everything and we know that the little details can make all the difference.

From the interior designed living spaces to the established gardens, the warmly inviting indoor pool and spa to our always ready to help staff, our focus is our customers' happiness and our success is measured by how many of our guests return to us year on year.

Built in Victorian times our twelve cottages have won many awards including 5 star recognition and the English Tourist Boards Excellence Award. The properties were converted by Mrs. Judy Astor, our proprietor, back in 1992 and have been developed and refurbished over time to reflect our guests' wants and needs.

You should feel that your cottage is your 'home from home' in the Cotswolds and that everything you need to enjoy your stay is provided, from ready chopped and stacked logs for the open fire to high quality crockery and cutlery, from antique furniture to state of the art sound and vision. We seek out the fluffiest of towels and the highest thread count Egyptian cotton bed linen; we welcome you with a basket of local goodies and a bottle of champagne; we relish in all the little personal touches that make a great stay a brilliant one.

Bruern is a small hamlet surrounded by open country and has that special feel of a place 'lost in time'. Yet it is a short drive or train ride from cities and towns like Cheltenham, Oxford, Cirencester and Bath.

There's so much to do in the surrounding area for families, couples and solo travellers alike. We think you'll find that at Bruern you are ideally placed to enjoy all the Cotswolds has to offer and beyond.

Calcot Peak Barn, Crickley Barrow, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £747

Self catering accommodation in Crickley Barrow sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Calcot Peak Barn is a wonderful barn conversion set in stunning Cotswold countryside, in the middle of a small Gloucestershire estate. Inside you will find a carefully crafted home with elegant detail including many period features such as oak beams, wood burning stove and exposed Cotswold stone. The property also offers superb facilities with modern appliances to make your stay a comfortable one. The cottage is remotely located, half a mile off the local country road along a small track and as a result enjoys unbelievable views and complete privacy. We feel that this cottage gives you a real taste of Cotswold tranquility - simply stunning!Short Breaks in Low Season by arrangement.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance in a large and spacious Living / Dining Room with gorgeous sofas, efficient wood burning stove (logs provided) plus TV / DVD player and sound system. Dining area has an oak table that will comfortably seat 8 people. Modern Kitchen with dishwasher, fridge, freezer, gas hob, gas and electric oven and microwave. Utility Room with washing machine.Bathroom with bath and shower (over bath) WC and washbasin. UpstairsTwo sets of separate oak stairs lead to each of the mezzanine bedrooms:Bedroom One with double bedBedroom Two with two single beds.Please note that the bedrooms are at opposite ends of the barn with privacy provided via heavy drape curtains from the rafters and that there is low balustrade unsuitable for young toddlers.Garden furniture is available and a BBQ is provided in the summer. .Oil fired Central Heating and electricity included all year. Logs supplied. A small welcome pack containing a few essentials; tea, coffee, milk, sugar, butter, bread, cheese, biscuits and a bottle of wine, awaits your arrival. No Cot suppliedPlease No Pets. Children welcome, but please be aware of balustrade.  Cot & highchair available on request.Short Breaks in Low Season by arrangement only, please call for information.Calcot Peak Barn is two miles from Northleach, a small town of historical interest, at the meeting point of the A429 Fosseway and the A40, and three miles from the picturesque village of Bibury, reputedly acknowledged by William Morris as 'the prettiest village in England'. The Barn is 9 miles from Cirencester; 15 miles from Cheltenham; 25 miles from Oxford; 30 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. Many famous Cotswold villages are within twenty minutes by car such as Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, The Slaughters, The Swells, Great and Little Barrington, Moreton-in-Marsh etc. The famous gardens of Kiftsgate and Hidcote are about forty minutes away, not far from the delightful town of Chipping Campden. Westonbirt Arboretum is forty minutes to the South and Batsford Arboretum about twenty minutes North. Many interesting local gardens are open through the season.

Peters Nest Cottage, Owlpen, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £610

Self catering accommodation in Owlpen sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Peter's Nest Cottage is a delightful Cotswold cottage set within a clearing called "Peter's Nest Wood", also known mysteriously as Hell's Throat!! It is the original cottage of the Woodwells farmstead (marked on an 1847 map) and is a location particularly popular as a meeting place for sociable pheasants! The cottage is at the end of a track and is best described as a truly peaceful location, ideal for those who like to get away from it all. Internally the cottage has an open plan feel on the ground floor and bedroom upstairs set within the eaves. The cottage is located on the famous Owlpen Estate, which has long been recognised as one of England's most romantic early manor houses and one which Prince Charles describes as one of his favourites. ACCOMMODATION: The accommodation is presented in a simple and traditional style that would make the cottage perfect for getting away from the city. Downstairs, the property is entered through the welcoming Kitchen, which leads down into the Living Room - a room that has wonderful views across the woods and into the Owlpen valley, woodburning stove. As well as a comfortable Sitting Area, there is an attractive dining area. The property also benefits from a ground floor Bathroom.UpstairsDouble Attic Bedroom, with double bed and enjoying spectacular views to the West down the Owlpen valley. There is also a small private garden.OutsideThe property is flanked by beautiful trees, there isn't a garden (so to speak!) instead you have open grassed areas to the trees. There is a table and chairs for you to enjoy the peace.Central heating included all year around. Ample parking.Pets Welcomed. Monday or Friday changeover preferred, but please enquire. Short Breaks welcome all year.

Rose Cottage, Ebrington, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £290

Self catering accommodation in Ebrington sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access R

Accommodation overview:

Rose Cottage (Cotswolds) details

Rose Cottage is an extremely comfortable Grade II listed 18th century mid-terrace thatched Cotswold stone cottage. This self catering accommodation has been refurbished with style during 2011.

Ebrington is one of the most exquisite villages in the North Cotswolds. It is peaceful, with unspoilt charm, a few miles from Chipping Campden and the famous gardens at Hidcote and Kiftsgate. The village inn serves delightful food and is CAMRA's North Cotswold pub of the year. The Ebrington Arms, only a two-minute walk away, is open Tuesday to Saturday 12pm to 3pm and then 6pm to 11pm and Sundays 12pm to 6pm. Rose Cottage is ideally located for visiting Stratford upon Avon, Warwick and Oxford.

Places to visit within the area include:
Blenheim Palace: situated at Woodstock, the home of His Grace the Duke of Marlborough. This magnificent palace is open to the public. Walk through some its 200 acres of parklands. The beautiful gardens here were laid out by Capability Brown. www.blenheimpalace.com
Bourton on the Water: a beautiful Cotswold village, with its own bird sanctuary, miniature model village, trout farm and perfumery.
Broadway Tower and Country Club: situated just outside Broadway. The folly was built by the Earl of Coventry and the grounds hold an adventure playground, a collection of rare animals and a restaurant which is housed in a converted Cotswold barn.
Dovers Hill: owned by the National Trust, this has a superb view from which the Black Mountains in Wales can be seen on a clear day.
Hidcote Manor: the finest gardens in the country are to be found just four miles outside Chipping Campden. Hidcote is owned by the National Trust. 01386 438333
Kifsgate Gardens: situated next to Hidcote Manor and reputed to be one of its main rivals.
Snowshill Lavender Farm: situated in the Cotswold Hills overlooking Broadway and the Vale of Evesham. Started growing Lavender in 2000, and now has 35 different varieties stretching over 53 acres. Gift shop and tearoom serving lavender scones 01386 854821.
Stanway House: a privately owned house, five miles south of Broadway 01386 584469.
Sudeley Castle: a fine privately owned mansion at Winchcombe, which is open to the public. (01242 602308 mon-fri) (01242 604244 sat-sun).
Stratford upon Avon: world famous for its Shakespearean connections. Visit the theatres, R.S.C. (info line 01789 412666). Museums, shops and riverside park. Go boating on the River Avon (01789 267073). Stroll around the Butterfly Farm whatever the weather (01789 299288). Go for a theatrical tour of Stratford with Grimm's Ghostly Tours (01789 204106).

Heron Cottage, Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £750

Self catering accommodation in Somerford Keynes sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Swimming Pool • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Heron Cottage is a very good quality holiday cottage, located within the heart of the Cotswold Water Park on the popular Lower Mill Village. The cottage is set in a quiet area of the Lower Mill and enjoys a decking area which looks towards a grassed area and Clearwater Lake beyond. This is a great location for families with superb facilities all within easy reach, but is also ideal for couples who want to relax with some brilliant walks (including the Thames Path) and also a good quality local pub, which is about 15 mins walk away. Internally the property is spacious and well appointed, absolutely ideal for summer and winter months alike, particularly with the french doors for outdoor dining in summer or the woodburning stove for winter. Naturally there is an abundance of nature on your doorstep (often literally!) while for the more adventurous there are the many sporting activities of canoeing, kyaking, sailing to name a few all within a short drive. An excellent option for those who like this region of the Cotswolds.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to Hallway with hooks for coats etcOpen Plan Living / Dining Room with two good size sofas, with wood burning stove, flatscreen TV, DVD player with french doors to south facing decking area. Table and six chairs for dining.Kitchen, full equipped with electric hob and oven, dishwasher, fridge / freezer, microwave plus washing machine / dryer.Cloakroom with WC and washbasinUpstairsMaster Bedroom with double bed, chest of drawers, wardrobe, plus Ensuite Shower Room with shower, WC and washbasin.Bedroom Two with double bed, with wardrobe and chest of drawers*Bedroom Three with bunk beds and chest of drawers.*(*Please note that when booking, please specify which beds you require made up for your booking, and also if you require the use of extra beds, charged at an extra £40 per person per stay or per week)Family Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and washbasinOutsideThe property has its own private decking area overlooking a stream and grassed area (partly owned by the property owners). There is a large circular table with benches. Within a short walk is the outdoor heated pool available Easter to October plus the tennis court. (Please note: there is no access to the ArtSpa with this property). Naturally there are countless walks from your front door!Heating and Elec incl all year. Cot & High Chair available.Please No Pets. No Smokers. Friday Changeover in high season.LocationIn addition to being within easy reach of many picturesque Cotswold villages and the splendour of Roman towns like Cirencester and Bath, the Cotswold Water Park makes a great holiday destination because of the tremendous variety of activities on offer. Today the Cotswold Water Park is Britains largest water park, 50% larger than the Norfolk Broads, extending to over 40 square miles and includes: 133 lakes, 5 nature reserves, Country Parks with picnic and Barbecue sites, a Blue Flag bathing beach, an extensive network of footpaths, cycle ways and bridleways as well as extensive leisure and sporting activities. Many Cotswold attractions and villages are all within easy access

Yew Tree Farmhouse, Hannington Wick, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 13
Weekly prices from £4165

Self catering accommodation in Hannington Wick sleeps 13.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 13

Accommodation overview: Yew Tree Farmhouse, is a stunning Eighteenth Century, Grade Two listed farmhouse located on the edge of this picture postcard hamlet. This magnificent period home is one of the region's most desirable holiday homes offering the very best in self catering accommodation, set within spacious surroundings and in complete privacy. Internally the owner has made the most of the classic features the house offers (enormous rooms with huge windows and original shutters) and mixing these imaginatively with contemporary furniture and furnishings that together make this an unforgettable experience. With such space and a lovely 'feel', the house has become first choice for groups who want the very best in fine accommodation. Externally, the house sits in a peaceful hamlet, with its own grounds surrounding on all sides, including a large and private garden, a paddock plus additional barns/stables. Collectively there is ample space for families or groups of all ages to 'spread out' and feel completely relaxed. We're delighted to offer such a unique and attractive home for holiday rentals.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to Breakfast Room with kitchen table plus chairs, plasma TV with Freeview and fridge freezer plus views across the gardenKitchen, fully equipped with gas Aga, gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge and microwave. Door to garden and terrace. Dining Room a vast room with a large dining table seating 14 people with large period fireplace. Living Room wonderful large room with lots of sofas and chairs, large Plasma TV with Freeview with DVD and open fireplace plus ipod docking station.Snug Room with sofa (folding to bed for one/two people*), please note that the Wi-Fi hub is located here leading to downstairs Bathroom.Bathroom with walk in shower, WC and washbasinUtility / Boot Room, (situated adjacent to Breakfast Room)  with washing machine, tumble drier chest freezer and Belfast sink. (This is outside the back door which is ideal for boots and coats)First FloorMaster Bedroom One with King size double bed, sofa, chest of drawers plus built in wardrobe and shelvesMaster Bedroom Two with King size double bed sofa, chest of drawers plus built in wardrobe and shelvesBedroom Three with double bed and single bed, chest of drawers and hanging spaceBedroom Four double bed and single bed, hanging rail and chest of drawersBathroom Two with bath, shower over, bidet, WC and washbasinBedroom Five with single bed with underbed drawers and hanging rail. Please note that this is enclosed by a curtain.Bathroom One with bath, plus walk in shower, WC and washbasinSecond FloorBedroom Six with King Size double bed plus two single beds, hanging rail and chest of drawers. Bedroom Seven with King Size double bed plus single bed plus pull out bed, hanging rail and chest of drawers.Bathroom Four with Bath, shower over WC and washbasinOutsideSuperb gardens surround the property with uninterrupted views across the countryside. Please note that there is a small brook running through the garden. Table tennis table in outbuilding. Plenty of parking with some covered parking. Outdoor seating plus parasol with 2 Webber BBQ's (bring your charcoal!)Please Note: The owner requests that ONLY full week breaks be booked in Bank Holidays and School Holidays, short breaks are welcome otherwise. Friday changeover. Pets considered at a cost of £60 per pet per week. Starter pack of logs supplied. Off street parking. Cot and hi chair available x2. Wi-Fi included.* Extra beds charged at £75.00 per person, per stay (or per week). Please note that the absolute maximum occupancy for the house is 17 people, but it is important to highlight that a maximum of 14 can be accommodated around the dining table. Additional seating is available in the breakfast room.Please note that there is a £400 security / damages deposit required when booking this property, payable by bank transfer to the owner a month in advance of arrival.

Forthampton Court, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1068

Self catering accommodation in Tewkesbury sleeps 10.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview:

Forthampton Court details

The property is a modernised spacious, self-contained wing of an important Grade II listed manor house, close to the west bank of the river Severn on the Gloucestershire/Worcestershire border. It has been redecorated to a very high standard and is furnished throughout with antique furniture and decorative prints.

Parts of the house date back to the 15th century, including the Medieval Great Hall built by the Abbots of the Benedictine monastery at Tewkesbury (four miles). Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn are believed to have stayed here in July 1535. The present owners are the eighth generation to own the manor and its estate. The wing was added circa 1890 by the Arts and Crafts architect, Philip Webb.

Cheltenham with its racecourse, literary and music festivals and shops is 12 miles away. The cities of Gloucester and Worcester with their museums and cathedrals are both 25 minutes away. The nearby Malvern Hills and Bredon Hill provide excellent walking opportunities. There are several historic houses to be visited locally, among which Eastnor Castle (Ledbury) and Sudeley Castle (Winchcombe) are prominent. The Cotswolds' western escarpment with the gardens of Kiftsgate and Hidcote and the picturesque town of Broadway are easily reached. There are 18-hole golf courses at Puckrup (six miles) and Tewkesbury Park (five miles). The nearest pub is the approximately half a mile from the property and serves traditional food and ales. Booking is advised: 01684 293224. There is boating on the Severn and Avon at Tewkesbury and riding can be arranged locally.

For racing enthusiasts Cheltenham Racecourse is only a 20-minute drive away.