Tranquillity House
Tranquillity House has been thoughtfully reimagined to honour its heritage while discreetly incorporating contemporary luxury. Generous sitting rooms, a library collection, upright piano and multiple dining spaces make it ideal for gatherings and family time. The six bedrooms enjoy elevated village and valley views – some offering unparalleled perspectives of the churchyard and its iconic yew trees. Indoor recreation spaces, including a convertible pool and air hockey dining table, PlayStation console, board games and a curated library, balance conviviality with comfort.
Overview
Modern touches and historic Cotswold charm create the quietly stylish finish at Tranquillity House. Throughout the house, exposed stone and wooden beams create textures which add warmth to your stay. Combining the main house and an interlinked cottage, you have the choice to spend time together or retreat in smaller groups.
However you choose to spend your time, everything you need is here. Mornings start with preparing breakfast in the kitchen, which has a country-cottage style dining table waiting to be laid with pastries. Guests staying in the interlinked cottage may prefer to pop down to the kitchenette for a coffee to take back to bed, to really make the most of a lie in. Spend a day at Tranquillity House, allowing the children to play video games in the sitting room while the adults share stories over a game of pool.
Set over three floors, the bedrooms are on the upper floors and are arranged to offer privacy. With three king-size beds and three doubles to choose from, guests have flexibility and space across the interlinked cottage and main house, with the master bedroom also offering two single sofa beds on request.
The delights of Painswick are on your doorstep, from charming cafes tempting you in with freshly baked bread and pastries, to excellent dining options, both pubs and more formal restaurants. Painswick church is shrouded in legend and the always popular Rococo Gardens make this beautiful Cotswold town a firm favourite.
Ground Floor
Accessed via the courtyard, the entrance hall leads to the kitchen and passageway toward the interlinked cottage.Kitchen
Arriving via the private courtyard, guests enter Tranquillity House through its own entrance hall and into the kitchen, where a discreet touch-screen interface provides immediate access to lighting and house systems.
The fully appointed kitchen incorporates original stone walls and a modern country kitchen featuring an electric hob and extractor, double tower ovens, 13-place dishwasher, washer-dryer, Bibo water system, coffee machine, fridge freezer and country-style table for quiet mornings and meaningful interactions.
Sitting Room
Designed for relaxation, Tranquillity House’s sitting room is equipped with two three-seater sofas, whilst an armchair and stool provide seating for nine. A PlayStation console and 50-inch smart TV are provided for guests’ relaxation, as well as a curated library and selection of board games. An upright piano, the final production instrument from the local Bentley Piano Company in Stroud, takes pride of place. Guests are kindly asked to treat this one-of-a-kind instrument with care. An Echo smart speaker can provide music or help guests to plan their day. A staircase rises to the four bedrooms on the upper two floors.
Dining/Games Room
With views from the historic shop windows across the charming Cotswold stone streets of Painswick, this room is the entertainment hub of the house. The convertible dining table can be set for a meal for eight or transformed into a pool or air hockey table.
First Floor
Bedroom One
The master bedroom is flooded with light and is wonderfully spacious. There is a king-size bed with two single sofa beds available on request, making this room ideal for parents with small children. Make use of the storage unit and hooks to unpack and there is a 32-inch smart TV if you fancy sneaking away for an early night watching your favourite programme.
En-Suite
In the en-suite is a shower, basin and WC.
Bedroom Two
A king-size bed sits beneath an exposed beam in this cosy second bedroom. There is plenty of storage space and a 32-inch smart TV.
Bathroom
At the end of a busy day, draw yourself a bubble bath and add tranquillity to your stay. The bath has a luxurious rainfall shower above, with twin basins and a WC, too.
Second Floor
Each bedroom on the second floor is accessed via its own staircase.
Bedroom Three
Bedroom three is a charming hideaway arranged as a two-tier bedroom with sleeping area set beneath the beams. Snuggle into the double bed at the end of the day for an uninterrupted night’s sleep.
Bedroom Four
The beautiful, exposed beams in bedroom four frame the double bed. There is a 32-inch smart TV, two storage units and just outside is a hanging rail.
The Interlinked Cottage
Ground Floor
Kitchenette
Embracing the country cottage atmosphere, the interlinked cottage's kitchenette retains its original stone fireplace and wooden beams. There is a coffee machine, multi-function cooker and sink so you can whip up a quick breakfast or a hot drink before bed.
Shower Room
The shower room has a shower, WC and basin.
First Floor
Bedroom Five
Walls of exposed Cotswold stone and dark wood beams add romance to bedroom one. There is also a reading corner with two armchairs, while a curtain adds privacy to the sleeping area where there is a king-size bed.
Second Floor
Bedroom Six
Up on the second floor, bedroom six shows the history of the house with its framing of beams and small window looking out over the rooftops. There is a double bed, chest of drawers, a hanging rail and a 32-inch smart TV.
Outside
Step out to the rear courtyard where there is space to sit and relax, perhaps trying some morning meditation or taking your time over the first coffee of the day.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedrooms - 6 Bedrooms - 1 X King-size With 2 Single Sofa Beds (available On Request), 2 X King-size, 3 X Doubles
3 Bathrooms - 1 X Bathroom, 1 X Shower Room, 1 X En-suite Shower Room
Hairdryer
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Coffee Machine - L'Or - Nespresso Original Pods
Dishwasher
Dining Table - 1 X Seats 8, 1 X Seats 4
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)
Games Room - Multi-purpose Table With Pool And Air Hockey
Game Console - PlayStation With Controllers
Piano
Pool Table
Outdoor
Outdoor Dining Area
On your Doorstep
The closest supermarkets are in Stroud (4 miles) including Waitrose, Aldi, Sainsbury’s and Tesco. Most major supermarkets will deliver. There is a village shop, Premier, a 1-minute walk.
Eating Out:
- The Royal Oak, Painswick – friendly local pub, perfect for a drink after a country walk (1-minute walk)
- The Falcon, Painswick – a seasonal menu served in their charming dining room (2-minute walk)
- The Painswick Restaurant, Painswick – decadent meals and afternoon tea (2-minute walk)
- The Edgemoor Inn, Edge - a friendly local pub and restaurant located in the small village of Edge with a wealth of locally produced items (1.6 miles)
- Woolpack Inn, Slad – atmospheric pub that was Laurie Lee’s favourite haunt (2.5 miles)
- Juliet, Stroud – bistro-style restaurant with a fabulous wine list and ever-changing seasonal menu (4 miles)
- Fostons Ash, Stroud – whether you want a pint and bar snacks or an exceptional roast dinner, this is the place to be (4 miles)
- Stroud Brewery – entertainment and pints of your new favourite beer are on the menu (5.5 miles)
- Williams Kitchen, Nailsworth – a multi-award-winning seafood restaurant, deli and fishmongers, booking is essential (7 miles)
- The Brasserie at Calcot, Tetbury – elegant dining in a relaxed environment with wonderful views (10 miles)
- The Potager and The Boot, Barnsley House, Barnsley – at The Potager meals are served using ingredients from the kitchen garden, The Boot opposite is a beautiful Cotswold country inn (20 miles)
Walks:
The whole of the Painswick Valley offers wonderful walking and both the Wysis Way and Cotswold Way are within easy reach. The Painswick Beacon is just a short drive away, where you can join a 2-mile circular walk, which takes in part of the Cotswold Way.
Walk in the footsteps of Laurie Lee and follow the five-mile circular Laurie Lee Wildlife Way. Covering the Slad Valley it passes through the village. The trail takes you to Snows Farm, Swift’s Hill, Laurie Lee Wood and Frith Wood.
Places to Visit:
- Painswick and the Rococo Gardens - visit the beautiful village and the only Rococo Gardens in the UK (1 mile)
- Painswick Golf Club – an 18-hole course high above the Cotswolds atop the Painswick Beacon (1.5 miles)
- Museum in the Park, Stroud – museum and art gallery telling the story of the people and landscape of Stroud (3 miles)
- Subscription Rooms, Stroud – arts venue for live music and more (3.5 miles)
- Miserden Estate and Garden – walled garden overlooking a deer park (6 miles)
- Giffords Circus, Fennells Farm – the magical touring circus brings award-winning entertainment (6 miles)
Travel:
- Train: Stroud railway station (4 miles) has a direct service to London Paddington.
- A&A Taxis – 01453 767 777, Wonky’s Wheels – 01453 767 878
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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- There is CCTV at Tranquillity House recording the exterior of the property for security purposes.
- Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted.
- Tranquillity House welcomes hen dos, family groups and groups of friends.
- We ask our guests for a security deposit of £1000 to be paid by bank transfer. This is in case there is any damage to the property or excessive noise reported during your stay. This will be transferred back to you within 48 hours of departure if there is no damage or excessive noise reported. We will contact you near the time of your arrival to arrange this.
- The two single sofa beds can be made up for your stay, please select this at the time of booking.
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Set in the heart of the quintessentially Cotswolds village of Painswick, Tranquillity House is the perfect retreat for rest and relaxation.
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Resting in the heart of Painswick, Tranquillity House is your chance to get away from it all for some rest and relaxation. Painswick, known as ‘The Queen of the Cotswolds’, is a real gem of the area. Visitors are drawn by the Rococo Gardens and picturesque church where legend says the devil won’t allow a 100th yew tree to grow. There is a selection of cafes and restaurants and this is the perfect place to begin a country walk, with the Cotswold Way passing through the village.
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