Stow-on-the-Wold, located in the picturesque region of Gloucestershire in the Heart of England, is renowned for its quintessential Cotswold charm, featuring grand manors, quaint cottages, and beautiful gardens amidst rolling hills and ancient woodlands. This classic market town serves as an ideal base for exploring the surrounding Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with nearby villages and towns including Broadway, Chipping Campden, Cheltenham, and Stratford-upon-Avon, which is famous for its Shakespearean heritage. The area is rich in sporting and leisure opportunities, such as golf at Naunton Downs and Burford, as well as horse racing venues in Stratford, Cheltenham, and Worcester, providing a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy.
For those with a passion for gardening, Batsford Arboretum and garden centre is conveniently located nearby, offering a serene escape into nature. Families can enjoy a day out at the Cotswold Farm Park or indulge in a delightful cream tea in Bourton-on-the-Water. Additionally, the famous motor museum in the region adds to the list of attractions, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy during their stay in this enchanting area.
The accommodation itself is a charming terraced cottage that comfortably sleeps three guests. Upon entering, visitors are welcomed into a cosy lounge equipped with a TV, DVD player, and comfortable sofas, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. The dining room, characterized by a delightful exposed stone wall, adds to the cottage's charm, while the well-equipped kitchen features modern amenities including an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, and washer/dryer, making it suitable for self-catering needs.
The cottage comprises a double bedroom and a single bedroom, both accessible via steep cottage-style stairs that require caution, particularly for elderly or infirm guests. A traditional bathroom on the first floor is fitted with a clawfoot bath and WC, enhancing the cottage's classic appeal. Outside, an enclosed courtyard garden provides a lovely spot for enjoying morning coffee, although it’s important to note that parking is not available on-site. Guests will need to use a nearby car park approximately 75 meters away, and loading or unloading at the property is not permitted due to constant foot traffic in the area.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!