Hill View Rise
Once a derelict Dutch barn, Hill View Rise has been transformed into a unique, reverse-living holiday hideaway. This spacious converted barn sleeps eight guests in four, large double rooms - two downstairs and two upstairs - with three bathrooms (two ensuite). The upstairs living room and covered balcony, with outside seating, afford breath-taking views down to the Vale of Evesham and across to the Malvern Hills. The Cotswold Way and walks to popular Cotswold pubs are on the doorstep, while Broadway, Chipping Campden and Stratford-upon-Avon are all nearby. The barn has a large garden, easy-access parking for five cars and accepts two well-behaved dogs.
Overview
As you turn into the drive, there’s no doubt that Hill View Rise provides a wow factor, with its impressively high front elevation. This is a modern barn conversion that has retained the original design, with its typical outer metal frame, but has a central wood-clad core to soften and add warmth. The first-floor covered balcony simply invites you up to go and enjoy the view - and you won’t be disappointed.
This reverse-living holiday home has two double bedrooms and a family bathroom on the ground floor, plus a handy utility room. On the first floor is the kitchen-dining room - with access to the covered balcony through French windows - a living room with a woodburning stove, and two spacious ensuite double bedrooms (each can be made up as a super-king size double or twin). All the rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, making this a light and bright retreat with a lovely view from every room. The bedroom flexibility, space and modern conveniences make this a great base for walkers, an extended family, a wedding group or a friends’ get-together.
To the far side of Hill View Rise is a large lawned garden with fantastic views over the surrounding countryside, offering the chance to see stunning sunsets. Guests are provided with a picnic table and bench set and a charcoal BBQ. The house shares a gravel drive with its sister property - Ledge View - but has its own carport (for two cars) and a total dedicated parking area big enough for five cars.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall:
Open the front door into a spacious hallway, with polished limestone flooring and a large chest of drawers that’s handy for storing maps, hats and gloves.
Bedroom One:
This light and bright bedroom has a full-height window (lockable) that opens directly out to the garden. It is furnished with a super-king size bed (can be twin on request), bedside chest of drawers and reading lamps, a dressing table with a chair, mirror and hairdryer, and a triple, glass-fronted wardrobe with hanging space and shelves.
Bedroom Two:
The second ground-floor bedroom is set up as a twin (can be a super-king double on request) and also has a full-height window (lockable) that opens out to the garden. It is furnished with bedside chest of drawers and reading lamps, a dressing table with a chair, mirror and hairdryer, and a triple, glass-fronted wardrobe with hanging space and shelves.
Family Bathroom:
Conveniently situated between the two bedrooms, the bathroom has a full-size bath, cabinet shower, WC, and a wash basin with a mirror and shaver point.
Utility/Laundry Room:
The well-equipped utility room has a sink, washing machine, clothes airer, ironing and cleaning equipment, storage cupboards, plenty of room for boots and shoes, and a large dog basket. There is a back door out to the garden and a rotary clothesline. Muddy dogs can be washed off at the tap by the hut and then brought into the utility room to dry off.
First Floor
Carpeted stairs with a banister lead up to the reverse-living space, the covered balcony and two ensuite double bedrooms. A permanent stairgate is provided at the top and bottom of the stairs:
Kitchen-Dining Room:
This convivial, open-plan room has a fully equipped kitchen with a long island that divides the cooking area from a dining table, which comfortably seats eight guests. The kitchen island provides plenty of preparation space along with a sink and four bar stools. There is an electric, 5-ring, 3-oven stove, a dishwasher, a freestanding fridge and freezer, a microwave and all the small appliances expected in a self-catering holiday home. French windows open from the dining area to the covered balcony, making it super easy to entertain al fresco.
Covered Balcony:
Accessed via the dining area or the living room, the covered balcony is an inspirational addition to the barn, providing a fantastic place to eat any meal, enjoy the stunning view and the sunsets over Bredon Hill, the Malvern Hills and the Vale of Evesham.
Living Room:
With its floor-to-ceiling window and French doors out to the balcony, the living room is a beautifully light room with an amazing view over the trees to the distant hills. In the winter, light the wood burning stove and curl up on one of the four-seater sofas while watching a film on the smart TV.
Bedroom Three:
The first of the master en-suite bedrooms has a floor-to-ceiling window (with safety lock) with a view out to the woodland behind the house. It is furnished with a super-king size bed (can be twin on request) with a bedside chest of drawers and reading lamps, a dressing table with a pouf, mirror and hairdryer, a double chest of drawers, a comfy armchair, a full-length mirror, and a large double wardrobe.
En-suite Shower Room:
The en-suite is fitted with a cabinet shower with a single shower head and a washbasin with a mirror and shaver point.
Bedrooms Three and Four share a connecting, lockable fire door.
Bedroom Four:
The second master en-suite bedroom is set up as a twin room (can be super-king double on request) and has a floor-to-ceiling window (with safety lock) with a view over the garden and distant hills. It is furnished with two single beds with bedside chests of drawers and reading lamps, a dressing table with a chair, mirror and hairdryer, a tall chest of drawers, a comfy armchair, a full-length mirror, and a large double wardrobe.
En-suite Shower Room:
The en-suite is fitted with a cabinet shower with a single shower head, WC, and a washbasin with a mirror and shaver point.
Outside
Hill View Rise has a large, lawned garden to the side of the house. Guests have the use of a BBQ (stored in the shed across the parking area) and picnic table and bench set. The garden is fenced to the rear, giving it a private, secluded feel, with just the sound of birds, sheep and the wind in the trees to accompany you. The garden is open at the front to the driveway, which is shared with guests in the adjacent holiday home. Guests bringing a dog must keep their pet on a lead at all times when in the garden and should supervise young children when playing outside.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - Super-king (can Be Twin On Request)
Bedroom Two - Twin (can Be Super-king On Request)
Bedroom Three - Super-king (can Be Twin On Request)
Bedroom Four - Twin (can Be Super-king On Request)
3 Bathrooms - 1 Family Bathroom (ground Floor), 2 En-suite Shower Rooms
Hairdryer - 4
Fire - Logs Are Provided For An Initial Fire (1st October - 31st March)
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 8 With An Additional 4 Chairs At Kitchen Island
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed
TV - Smart
Board Games
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Stair Gates - 2
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 2 Well-behaved Dogs Welcome For An Additional Fee
Garden
Outdoor Dining Area
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
Parking - Off-road Parking For 5 Cars
On your Doorstep
Hill View Rise is in a rural location and a car is recommended, though the local pub (the Seagrave Arms) serving food and drink is just a mile away. There is a Budgens in Broadway (3.9 miles) and a wonderful deli called Fillet and Bone in Chipping Campden (1.2 miles). Evesham is 7.5 miles away and has several supermarkets including Waitrose, Marks and Spencer Food, Aldi, Tesco, and Morrisons.
Eating Out:
- Seagrave Arms, Weston Subedge (1 mile)
- Eight Bells, Chipping Campden (1.4 miles)
- The Dormy House Hotel, Broadway (2 miles)
Ledge View sits on the edge of Dover’s Hill, which has excellent walking and is part of the famed Cotswold Way, which stretches 102 miles from Chipping Campden, through the rolling countryside to Bath in the south. Head right out of the front gate, up the hill, after about 100 metres you will come to a footpath that joins the Cotswold Way. Dover’s Hill is also the location of the Cotswold Olimpick Games - a celebration of early rural sporting events for amateurs. Events include King of the Hill, Championship of the Hill and the crowd favourite, Shin Kicking. The sound of the band and the glow of the flaming torch procession will linger in your mind long after the last shin has been kicked.
Take a day to walk to and from the Ebrington Arms, 5 miles away, which produces its own Yubby beer as well as serving delicious food. Follow the Cotswold Way to Chipping Campden and then take the Heart of England and the Diamond Way to Ebrington.
Places to Visit:
- Robert Dover’s Olympick Games - held most years in May or June (0.5 mile)
- Broadway Tower (3.5 miles) - a folly, a wartime bunker, café and shop. It’s the second highest point in the Cotswolds - on a clear day you can see 16 counties
- All Things Wild (3 miles) – children’s indoor and outdoor activities centre, with a dinosaur theme
- The GWR Steam Railway from Broadway (5 miles) to Cheltenham
- National Trust properties: Hidcote Manor Gardens (5 miles) and Snowshill Manor (5 miles).
- Train - Honeybourne Station (3.5 miles) with a direct service to London Paddington
- Taxis - Campden Taxis, Cotswold Private Hire, Chipping Campden Taxis
Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
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- Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted.
- It is the policy of this property not to take bookings for groups where the majority of guests are under the age of 25, or single-sex group celebrations, including stag/hen parties. This property is ideal for family groups.
- Hill View Rise has a private water supply and private drainage.
- The property shares a large plot with Ledge View, which stands next door. Both have a dedicated lawned, garden area for their sole use however these are not enclosed, and the entrance and gravel driveway is shared. Guests bringing a dog must keep their pet on a lead at all times when in the garden and should supervise young children at all times when outside.
- The full-height windows conform to safety standards and are either lockable or only open part-way.
- There is a shared private driveway with parking for four cars
- Two well behaved dogs are welcome for an additional fee. Please note, dogs must be kept off furniture and out of bedrooms.
- Please note, if you would like bedrooms 1 or 3 to be arranged as a twin, or bedrooms 2 or 4 to be arranged as a super king-size, please clarify this on the booking form.
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Why we love this
- Reverse-living design makes the most of the Malvern Hill views from the upstairs lounge and balcony.
- Four spacious bedrooms and a big garden give families, friends and dogs plenty of space to spread out.
- Walk straight onto the Cotswold Way at Dover’s Hill, with cosy pubs and Chipping Campden just minutes away.
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The Location
Hill View Rise is in a rural setting, approximately one mile from the centre of the sleepy village of Weston Subedge, itself a five-minute drive to the popular Cotswold towns of Chipping Campden and Broadway. Located on the northern edge of the Cotswolds, Hill View Rise is set within prime walking country - it’s just a short walk to the Cotswold Way at Dover’s Hill - home to the Cotswold Olympicks - and has an outstanding view of the Malvern Hills in the near distance.
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Must do better - very disappointing stay
Hill View Rise is in a great location and has the potential to be a fantastic holiday let.
Unfortunately, our stay was marred by some very, very basic matters that needed addressing before we arrived - list below:-
1. The general cleanlines of the property would score a 2/5 at best (the en suite shower was disgusting - the plug/filter had clearly not been properly cleaned for months)
2. The downstairs light on the front of the house wouldnt turn off (sensor broken)
3. The en suite toilet had a leak at the back
4. The en suite vent was filthy
5. There was a distinct lack of kitchen utensils (plus some broken ones)
6. Heat pump - the noise of the heat pump throughout the night kept everyone awake
7. Bedroom 4 door handle was loose
In addition to the above matters, that should have been dealt with beforehand, I was also very disappointed to have to report to Boltholes the fact that after three of the party would take quick showers, and then there would be no more warm water left for everyone else.
The kettle barbecue was only a small size, so was not suitable for 8 people.
The housekeeper was nice enough, but the lack of cleanliness was something that she blamed on a 'cover cleaner' who had done her work whilst she was off.
In fairness to Boltholes, on the second day (and after my complaint emails and calls) they did want to send maintenance in to remedy the issues, but we did not want anyone in the house whilst we were enjoying a four-night family break.
Accountability is clearly an issue - cleaner blamed another, Boltholes blame the cleaner, owner would blame Boltholes
All in all, a rather disappointing experience - we were just thankful of the glorious weather
David
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback on your recent stay a Hill View Rise. I’m very sorry to hear that your experience was affected by the cleanliness, maintenance and that the equipment did not meet your expectations. We understand how disappointing this must have been for you and your group. As soon as you reported these concerns, the housekeeping team made several offers to access the property to resolve the issues as quickly as possible. However, we fully respect that you did not wish to have any interruptions during your family break, and as such, access was not granted at the time. Unfortunately, this meant that they were unable to carry out the necessary remedial works during your stay. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the barbecue and can confirm that this has now been replaced with a larger, more suitable option for future guests. Thank you again for your honest comments. I’m very sorry that your stay was impacted on this occasion, and we do hope to have the opportunity to provide a much-improved experience in the future.
- Bolthole Retreats, 24th April 2026
Fabulous location for sight-seeing and walking. Spacious accommodation, especially the bedrooms.
Tracey
Lovely Cotswold Tryreat
Our second visit to Hill View Rise and we enjoyed it just as much this second time. The house is well situated for walking the area and makes a very comfortable base.
Tricia
Some improvements needed
Location was perfect but just a few things that could have made our stay better
1. Heated towel rails
2. Better quality towels and crockery
3. Access to log store
4. Lamps in living room
Apart from the above we did enjoy our stay
sarah
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Hill View Rise. We are delighted to hear that you liked the location. Your valuable feedback has been shared with the owner who has taken these points on board, and these are being looked into. We hope to see you again in the Cotswolds soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 23rd January 2025
Hill View Rise is the perfect place to get together with family or friends. The rooms are really spacious, it was absolutely spotless and it’s in a great location. Highly recommend!
Catherine
Fantastic
Used this as my last night with the boys getting married, followed by all the groomsmen a d their wives staying the night of the wedding. Fully equipped, with stunning views, amazing living space and kitchen. Will be coming back, maybe a family Christmas would be good here.
Stephen
Ideal for groups and families
A modern well equipped house with 2 huge bedrooms and 2 good sized bedrooms.
Good views from the balcony.
Large kitchen very clean and well equipped and a big dining table for 10.
5 minute drive into Chipping Campden.
John
Lovely views
The views from this house are wonderful. We had beautiful weather and I know that makes a difference to your stay but under the canopy sitting outside with the views is wonderful. Chipping Camden is only a short drive with lovely eating places and good shops. Would love to come back.
Gill
Fabulous house for our Christmas girls getaways
Hill view rise is a fabulous house in a beautiful setting great for exploring the cotswolds. The house is really spacious and really well equipped. We had a perfect weekend away. Thank you
Rachel
A lovely stay in the Cotswolds with friends - but more attention to detail needed!
Hillview Rise is beautifully situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, fabulously central for friends to travel from across the country for a weekend together. Ample parking and plenty of space. The conversion is great, allowing four spacious bedrooms, plenty of bathroom facilities, a large kitchen diner and a roomy television room with a log burner. The upside down living was fine for us but infirm people might struggle with the stairs to the living accommodation.
The property would have been perfect other than a few things which let it down. The beds and bedding were clean and comfortable but towels very small and poorly laundered - they smelt damp and unpleasant. We needed to reconfigure the modular sofa (which was also very low and unsupportive) and found playing cards and snacks underneath and between which we had to clean up ourselves. All the windows and mirrors were very dirty, and the glass shelves in the bathrooms were narrow and bowing from the wall, you couldnt keep a wash bag in the bathroom. The kitchen was poorly appointed for us, no way could you self cater for six let alone eight people, two small and lidless saucepans and a dirty frying pan. Plenty of crockery and cutlery but we had to wash it by hand before use - no rinse aid or salt in the dishwasher and none in the property. Tea and coffee left for us but the sugar had evidently had a load of wet/dirty spoons in it and looked unpleasant. No scissors, and watching my pal fry eggs using a wooden spoon was hilarious.
Customer service was good, we were grateful for a late departure time and queries were answered very promptly by text message but I cant give Hillview Rise the five stars as a prestige property it could so easily win! As a group we wouldnt return.
Clare
A special placef
We had a wonderful time at Hill View Rise. The property was in an amazing location and the barn itself is stunning.
It had everything we needed and was perfect for our dog and two toddlers to run around and play.
The way the property was designed and equipped was perfect, I would only suggest some fans in the hotter months as it does get very warm.
Overall we would definitely love to stay here again.
Zara
Could have been much cleaner
The house could have been much cleaner; dog hairs all on the balcony, fingerprints on the windows and thick with dust all over the house.
The towels were incredibly small and no more could be provided for our young children.
For the money, it was really disappointing.
Joseph
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback on your recent stay a Hill View Rise. We are sorry to read you were disappointed with the cleanliness, we have informed the housekeeping team, who also would like to pass on their apologies. Also, the owners had provided one bath towel and a hand towel for each guest, sorry you were unable to be supplied with more, the owners have more towels on order. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 6th June 2023
Lovely location
Spent Christmas here with the family and it was perfect. Rural location with beautiful views and many walks nearby. Great spot for exploring the Cotswolds.
Joanne
Amazing time!
Fantastic time we had at the property!
Would 1000% stay here again!
The property was clean and spacious we would recommend to everyone and stay here again ourselves
Joshua
Very nice stay
Enjoyed it very much
Sofa set in lounge was the only uncomfortable thing in the whole weekend.
All family agreed.
Didnt spoil our stay at all but just wanted owners to know
Elaine
Hill View Rise -a great experience
We stayed at hill view rise in West Subedge in August and had a great experience. The property did not disappoint and provided us with all essential utilities. Parking space was extensive and the property felt very secure.
There were plenty of board games available for the evenings and the sunsets sitting out on the balcony were fantastic. The short walk to Dovers hill was an enjoyable experience and extending this to Chipping Campden was something we did on several days.
I was pleased the service provided by the housekeeping team. After leaving, we realised we had left a camera charger at the property which was quickly located by housekeeping who are arranging posting back to us. Overall a great experience and I can highly recommend the property.
David
A good location but.....
Lovely location - could be a little gem with some tlc. Very sparsely furnished and needs someone with a bit of imagination to walk through and smarten up. First thing to do is paint and clean carpets. A little pride in what you are offering to renters wouldn't go amiss and It shouldn't be a case of anything will do. Would recommend if this was done.
michael
Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We can assure you the owner takes great pride in her holiday cottages but unfortunately, this year have been struggling to find tradespeople to do work in a timely fashion. The redecoration has been booked for some months for January of next year and the carpet cleaning is being done again at the beginning of September.
- Bolthole Retreats, 19th August 2022
Great long weekend stay with family
Hill View Rise is a fab house in a great location for exploring the North Cotswolds.
We stayed as a family (6 adults, 2 children and a dog!) and had lots of space. The garden is great for the children and it's very close to Chipping Campden (20 min walk) and also Dover's Hill (10 min). The four bedrooms are a good size, the kitchen is well equipped and the log burner was a big hit!
If you are going with children who go to bed earlier, I'd recommend not putting them in the bedroom under the kitchen as it's very noisy - we had to move ours on the first night as they kept getting woken up by the chairs scraping the floor etc. You can hear everything but it's great that the living areas get the best views so that's something we were happy to deal with!
If I'm being critical, the place could do with a lick of paint as it's a little tired in some areas, and the carpets are quite stained in the downstairs bedroom, but on the whole it is a great house and I would certainly recommend to others. We'll be back!
SOPHIE
Comfortable Stay with great views
Good communication and friendly hosts. Great base for us for the week, ample parking and good local pub. Thank you.
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