Coppice House
Discover the hidden Cotswolds at Coppice House and let time stand still as you leave the car behind and head into nature. Days spent on country walks, bike rides, relaxing in the garden and strolls to the village pub, less than 10 minutes away, are made magical when you return to your historic hideaway. Grand living rooms with wooden beams and an airy dining space are waiting to be filled with celebratory meals as you gather with your friends and family. An extra special touch is added with roll top baths and a choice of bedrooms, each with their own style including a timber framed master bedroom. Stay close to home and explore from the door or head to Cheltenham, Winchcombe and Sudeley Castle or shop at Broadway. Families will love discovering the popular Cotswold Farm Park and meeting the rare farm breeds.
Overview
Nestled in a hidden corner of the Cotswolds, Coppice House is a real country escape. The house is hugged by woodland and open fields at the foot of Bredon Hill which is made for walkers and mountain bikers. On your way back home at the end of the day, pop into the village pub, The Star Inn. With everything on your doorstep you can hunker down with your family or friends and have a fantastic time in this beautifully rural part of the Cotswolds.
This grand home is warm and welcoming, and its history adds something special to your stay. Conversations are accompanied by roaring open fires in the timber framed drawing room and lunches in the dining room are drenched in sunlight. Traditional aspects in the kitchen fill it with character but rest assured, you still have all the mod cons and the sitting room has a smart TV. There is so much space at Coppice House you don’t need to worry about being on top of each other, and at the end of the day five bedrooms await. Two are on the ground floor which helps ensure all members of your group are comfortable.
From the garden you can really appreciate this black and white timber framed house. The mature grounds are a dream with lawns and flowering beds. Why not have a BBQ while the dogs and children let off steam? You will find some lovely secluded spots to lay a blanket and soak in the sun, listening to the horses in the neighbouring paddock. Surrounded by open fields with Bredon Hill and the Vale of Evesham on your doorstep you can get away from it all and almost forget the outside world exists.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
When you first step into Coppice House you will notice the warm colour of the wooden beams that you’ll find throughout the house. Showing some of the history of this building, you’ll start looking forward to what else you’ll find. Take off your shoes, leave your bags and hang your coats up to start exploring.
Cloakroom
In the handy ground floor cloakroom, just off the entrance hall, there is a snippet of exposed Cotswold stone wall.
Dining Room
With a glass roof and windows along one side, the dining room is accompanied by fantastic views across the garden. Setting the table for family meals (there’s enough space for 10 guests to sit comfortably) it’s a wonderful space flooded with light where you can all gather together.
Kitchen
You will love cooking here with the traditional range cooker, a central island and plenty of workspace available, you can really cook up a feast. Find everything you need from the fridge/freezer hidden away in a beautiful cabinet to a coffee machine. Though there is the convenience of a dishwasher, doing the washing up by hand is accompanied by lovely views of the garden.
Living Room
Nothing will make you feel more at ease than a cup of tea beside the fire making plans for where you’d like to visit tomorrow. The living room has a smart TV to keep you entertained as you relax for the evening.
Bedroom Five
Looking out over a quiet corner of the garden, tuck yourselves away in bedroom five’s king-size bed and have an undisturbed morning lie in. Ideal for any guests with limited mobility this room has a sink and is right next door to the ground floor shower room.
Shower Room
Ready to refresh you before a brisk country stroll, there is a shower cubicle, WC and sink.
Drawing Room
Feel a world away from your everyday in these peaceful surroundings and enjoy taking a break from technology in the drawing room. This space is made for conversations between friends with a backdrop of beams and the crackling fire after you’ve worn yourselves out sightseeing. Take the weigh off your feet and settle into the comfort.
Bedroom Four
The second ground floor bedroom is a cosy retreat, with wooden flooring and beams it feels warm and welcoming. There is a king-size bed and a sofa where you can put your feet up with a book before tucking yourselves in for a great night’s sleep.
Utility
Kept out of sight and out of mind, any much needed laundry can be done here. There is a washing machine and tumble dryer, and the sink makes this a handy spot to bring dogs into to brush off muddy paws when you come back from a walk.
First Floor
Bedroom One
Arguably the best bedroom in the house, the king-size master room wouldn’t look out of place in a National Trust property. Showcasing a collection of antique furniture, wooden beams and elm flooring it is a wonderfully cosy room.
Bathroom
Spend time soaking in the free standing clawfoot bath, taking a moment to yourself. There is also a separate shower.
Bedroom Three
This twin bedroom adds a splash of colour to the house with a characterful sofa and matching headboards. This room has a dressing table where you can set up a laptop if needed and there is plenty of storage space.
Bedroom Two
The final bedroom has a king-size bed and is perfect for any avid readers in the group. Shelves are stacked with your next favourite paperback so curl up and get lost in another world.
Bathroom
A more contemporary bathroom with a nautical theme, here there is a roll top bath and separate shower.
Shower Room
Fully tiled, this wet room style shower room provides a refreshing break after a day out and about.
Outside
Explore the mature gardens with lawns and flowering beds as you take a stroll. Letting the dogs out they can play safely as you host garden games for the whole family. After a day in the sun, make the most of your time here and dine al fresco on the terrace making use of the charcoal BBQ.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size
Bedroom Two - King-size
Bedroom Three - Twin
Bedroom Four - King-size (ground Floor)
Bedroom Five - King-size (ground Floor)
4 Bathrooms - 2 X Shower Room (1 Ground Floor), 2 X Bathroom
Hairdryer
Fire - Logs Provided For Open Fires 01 Octover To 31 March
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Coffee Machine - Nespresso
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 10
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed
TV - Smart
Workspace
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Stair Gates - Fixed At The Top Of Each Staircase
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - Three Well-behaved Dogs Welcome
Garden - Enclosed
Outdoor Dining Area
BBQ - Charcoal
Parking - Off-road Parking For 4 Cars
On your Doorstep
Eating Out:
- The Star, Ashton under Hill – classic pub grub served in a traditional dining room (0.5 miles)
- The Swan, Broadway – sitting on Broadways High Street it is perfect for a quick drink or meal (8 miles)
- The Hollow Bottom, Guiting Power – county pub with a menu of mouth-watering favourites (15 miles)
Bredon Hill is a beautiful place to explore on foot, and there is no need to drive anywhere to begin a walk.
For a short circular walk, leave the gate and take the steep tarmac track diagonally opposite. Walk up through the woods turning left in the large clearing (recently planted with new trees). Head straight uphill and through the small wooden gate out onto the grass fields. Turn immediately left. Follow the edge of the wood for a short distance and then across to the metal gate ahead of you (roughly at the same height). Keep straight on until you get to the next small woodland. Turn sharp left down a stone track. This leads down to the farm immediately above us where you will pick up the tarmac lane leading back down to Coppice House.
Places to Visit:
- Broadway & Broadway Tower – a picturesque village with coffee shops, restaurants and boutique Cotswold stores. The tower provides a spectacular view of the area (8 miles)
- Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe – beautiful castle and gardens with events throughout the year. It is the final resting place of Katherine Parr (10 miles)
- Snowshill Manor and Gardens, Snowshill – managed by the National Trust this is the eclectic home of Charles Wade (10 miles)
- Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park – meet over 50 rare breeds of British farm animals, feed the chicks and lambs, and enjoy the playparks (15 miles)
- Trains: Evesham railway station (6 miles) has a frequent and direct service to London Paddington.
- Taxis: Emerald Taxis, BR Taxis
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Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
- Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.
- Three well-behaved dogs are permitted at the cottage for an additional fee.
- 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.
- Please take care when outside as the stone steps in the garden are uneven and can be slippery in wet weather.
- Horses are kept in the stables and paddocks around Coppice House. Please keep all gates shut and do not feed the horses.
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Why we love this
- The large living and dining spaces, plus the garden, make it perfect for relaxing and spending quality time with family or friends.
- Its setting in a classic Cotswold village means you’re never far from a welcoming pub, pretty market towns, and historic sites to explore.
- Tucked at the foot of Bredon Hill, you can set off on walks or bike rides right from the door.
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The Location
Sitting at the foot of Bredon Hill, Ashton under Hill is a picturesque Cotswold village. As you arrive you pass thatched cottages and the village pub, The Star Inn, which serves drinks and home-made meals. Bredon Hill has a host of walking routes for you to explore and is also perfect for mountain bikers. Nearby, head into cultural Cheltenham, home to award-winning festivals and the popular races. Broadway and Winchcombe are just a 15 minute drive and are perfect for a day out, visiting Sudeley Castle and shopping along the picturesque high street.
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Lovely long weekend
Coppice House was everything we needed for a group of 10 in the Cotswolds.
Loads of character, lovely garden areas and a large communal kitchen & dining areas. Good bathrooms & plenty of toilets.
Messaging contact with the Owner was polite & efficient.
Bredon Hill is nearby is worth a walk up, then down to The Star in Ashton Underhill for refreshments.
Steve
Almost perfect!
Just a few little things which would have made it 5 rating for everything.
The garden parasol was broken and unusable.
There were no locks on some of the bathroom doors,(just a simple hook type lock would be fine)
Broken sink in the kitchen with a dirty washing up bowl
The fridge needed to be defrosted so that the bottom shelf could be lifted out and cleaned.
We loved the house and the location and had a lovely stay and the above comments are just small things which we thought you should know about.
John
We had a wonderful stay, the house was quaint and old and had lots of different areas for us to sit in. All the rooms were big enough to accommodate our group and the kitchen was clean and had lots of equipment. The garden was absolutely stunning with lots of space for us to enjoy along with our two dogs. The bedrooms were very comfortable and clean and we all slept very well. The stables opposite had some dogs, one of whom came into the garden frequently and roamed around while we stayed at the house. It wasn’t a problem for us but something to bear in mind if you are bringing dogs and children.
Matthew
Recent stay at Coppice house
We visited for 3 nights with a group of 10.The house was fantastic had great character,with old floorboards and doors.Beds were very comfortable.location was great with some lovely walks available,also a nice local country pub. a very enjoyable stay and good value for money.
Bob
Robert
Relaxing Easter break
Great house and garden, lots of character, large well equipped kitchen where we cooked roast for 8 of us.
Local pub was excellent with good food and drink selection.
Garden not quite dog proof so couldnt let her run free, but reclining chairs and large wooden table and benches meant we could sit out and enjoy the sun.
Mike
Great house and garden in the Cotswolds
We enjoyed a wonderful stay at The Coppice for a family celebration. The house and garden were perfect for us, our children, grandchildren and dogs. We had a fantastic time in a lovely location.
Kim
The house itself was perfect for our requirements in regard to location, rooms and surrounding area. The house was quirky and charming. The rooms were spacious and warm. If it's high speed wi-fi you need then you are likely to be disappointed and this is something that should be addressed. John, the Owner, was incredibly helpful but there was no getting away from the fact that the connectivity wasn't great. Aside from that everything was spot on and it's a great house. Ours was a cold weather stay so we didn't use any of the outdoor facilities.
Rob
This was such a beautiful house, felt very homely and had plenty of space, bedrooms and bathrooms for us all. We enjoyed the stay so much, the kitchen is a wonderful space to socialise! Thank you
Beth
February half term break.
We were a family group of nine with two dogs. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this special house. The lovely (quiet!) sitting room and a living room with the tv both had cosy open fires, much needed during a very chilly, but thankfully mainly dry, spell during our time here.
The open plan kitchen and dining area meant theres plenty of room for everyone. A huge dining table was great for playing games. The large garden is gorgeous (and must be spectacular in the warmer months). The eleven and twelve year olds loved having the horses nearby.
Enjoyed one truly delicious meal at The Star pub, highly recommended. Would have gone again but had too much food at home to use up.
Some minor problems were immediately rectified by the owners.
A memorable stay. Thank you!
Barbara
Relaxing stay
Our family had a lovely trip at the Coppice, it's a characterful property, and the welcome pack was a nice surprise. Peaceful location, pub walkable, nice walks nearby and the property is well equipped.
Guest
A great house, fully equipped with everything you could need, great instructions and a responsive host. We really enjoyed our stay.
Rosie
We stayed at the house for a family members birthday and could not recommend it highly enough. The house had excellent facilities and amenities, not to mention extremely comfortable beds, and the surrounding area offered a lot of great walks around the countryside. Would definitely stay again in the future, thank you for a wonderful stay!
Santiago
A great weekend celebrating a family anniversary
A wonderful house and garden, large spacious rooms and comfortable beds. Great to be dog friendly, they loved the garden!! We found everything we could possibly need in the kitchen. As with any old property it has a few issues with some uneven paving, windows difficult to open and shut, and some extra ventilation in one of the bathrooms (large gap in the outside wall). But overall a great place for a family celebration.
Guest
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Coppice House. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback has been shared with the property owners who have taken these points on board and are looking into them. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 24th September 2025
A really lovely house that we really enjoyed staying in! Lots of nice touches left by the owners and you can feel the love they have for the house and its history! Also loved meeting Lammy the friendly sheep!
Joe
Lovely house and garden in very peaceful surroundings
A great holiday in the beautiful Cotswolds. The instructions for the house location were easily followed. Once parked up in the spacious forecourt we were amazed by the house set in a huge peaceful garden. The birds were singing and Red Kites were clearly visible in the sky. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with the family in the beautiful spacious house which has a lot to offer.
Positives
Bedrooms all had nice furniture, sheets towels; (robes provided) all rooms had fans
Bathrooms/Shower rooms (with toiletries was a nice touch)
Kitchen
Very spacious with plenty of everything
Cupboards could do with repainting
Check fridge - wasnt very cold!
needs new bowl under sink
Huge dining room under glass roof was very nice
Lounges were lovely too
Garden - good supply of deckchairs, outdoor table and benches
Just a few pointers
Front door needs attention, was a job to lock and unlock (important when taking expensive bikes as we did)
attention needed for downstairs shower room , shower a job to regulate hot /cold
Bath mat needs replacing
Shower ceiling paint coming off
needs regular checks of toilet brushes as the one in our room was awful
Lovely touch was the Bottle of Prosecco, Crisps and Chocolates
Thank-you very much a great stay
Ray
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Coppice House. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback has been shared with the owners who have taken these points on board and are looking into them. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 29th August 2025
Lovely house in a beautiful part of the country. Plenty of space for 10 people and a beautiful big garden - perfect for the dogs.
Sophie
Big family birthday bash
Loved our stay there, private, excellent gardens, comfortable beds, everything to hand to make an exceptional stay.
We only had one minor problem, we couldn't get the dishwasher to work correctly.both short and long cycles left residue on all glass, plates and cutlery.
Hand washing made a return.
Would highly recommend the Coppice to other family groups.
Keith
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at The Coppice. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your feedback is really appreciated and has been shared with the owners, who've mentioned they would have been more than happy to pop over and take a look at the dishwasher had they known during your stay. They’ve assured us that it will be fixed as soon as possible. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 30th April 2025
Great stay. Comfortable beds and clean. Lovely cottage in the middle of the countryside.
Freddy
Great Location and Setting
We booked out the Coppice for a family get together. It was a great setting and a lovely space for our family to spend some quality time together. The setting offers fantastic opportunity for pictures and has a good amount of indoor and outdoor space. The host was very responsive and on hand to resolve and issues and we really appreciated this. Thank you again for the great stay.
Chris
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