Serenity
Serenity is not simply a place to stay. Set in the heart of Painswick, it is a place to pause, restore and reconnect, with features including a 4K ultra HD cinema with immersive 12-foot Carrada screen, a well-equipped gym and dedicated private wellness suite. Serenity has been thoughtfully reimagined to honour its heritage while discreetly incorporating contemporary luxury and advanced wellness infrastructure. It blends 17th-century architectural detail – including original 1632 flooring and historic stonework – with calming, intimate interior design. Bedrooms are furnished with premium hybrid mattresses, thoughtful lighting and restful palettes. Wood burners, reading nooks and a comfortable sitting room encourages slower evenings.
Overview
The wellness facilities are central to the Serenity experience and have been intentionally integrated throughout the property. Guests will enjoy a private spa environment, including a three-person infrared sauna, full-body red light therapy panels, zero gravity full-body massage chairs, a well-equipped gym and a six-person hydrotherapy hot tub.
Several bedrooms feature chromotherapy lighting, allowing guests to modulate colour temperature to enhance calm, promote sleep or gently energise in the morning. 'Clean hydration' is also part of the philosophy of the space, with a Bibo water system providing the highest-grade purified drinking water, which is hot and chilled on demand.
The principal lighting systems and music are voice-controlled, allowing guests to tailor the atmosphere effortlessly. The discreet AI system is always on hand to assist you with information about the house, facilities and local recommendations.
Ground Floor
KitchenWhen you first arrive at Serenity you are welcomed into the kitchen. Make yourselves at home and put the kettle on for a cup of herbal tea to relax after your journey. There is space here for a quick breakfast or light lunch at the table seating four, and the central island provides plenty of space to serve a buffet and prepare meals. With a Rangemaster cooker, coffee machine, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer and dishwasher, the kitchen is well-equipped for your stay.
Dining Room
Set the table, seating up to 10, for a relaxed meal in this charming space. The table sits alongside an exposed stone feature window with beams above, while a woodburning stove provides both warmth and ambience to the atmosphere. Put on some background music and enjoy your surroundings as you dine.
Sitting Room
Escape to another world in the fabulous sitting room which is your own at-home cinema. Close the blinds, gather some snacks and sink into the sofas to watch your favourite blockbuster. Sometimes the best way to relax, is by doing nothing at all. During the day, enjoy the games console, battling it out for victory and new PBs.
Gym
If you prefer to move to gentle yoga flows or lock in to a distance run, the gym is where you will find your inner peace. A treadmill and elliptical trainer let you sweat it out, a bench and weights set are provided for a strength session, or to build a mind and body connection, take to the mat for some stretching. At the end of your workout, two anti-gravity massage chairs lift you into a full body experience.
Wellness Room
Take a moment to yourself and spend some time healing in the infra-red sauna. Warming the body instead of the air, it is an efficient way to feel the benefits in a more comfortable setting. Spend 20-minutes here to boost your sleep, relax, feel relief in sore joints and muscles and improve your circulation amongst other potential advantages. Combined with a session of red-light therapy, which can repair skin and muscle tissue to reduce pain and improve texture, you will feel like a new you.
Cloakroom
The cloakroom has a WC and basin.
First Floor
Bedroom One
The simple beauty of Serenity is a virtue in the bedrooms where undisturbed tranquillity is needed. The bold lines of exposed beams are juxtaposed against fresh white walls to create a calming ambience. Take a moment to complete some breathwork to clear your mind before an unmatched nights sleep. Bedroom one has a king-size bed with a single sofa bed available on request. There is also a TV and space for a spot of yoga so you can start your day refreshed.
En-Suite
Filled with natural light, the en-suite has a shower, WC and basin.
Bedroom Two
Beneath a criss-cross of exposed A-frame beams is a double bed in this wonderfully spacious but cosy and warm bedroom.
Bedroom Three
Showcasing a slice of English heritage, bedroom three finds harmony between the original beams and modern comfort. A plush king-size bed awaits and you can linger in the morning watching TV on the 32-inch smart flat screen..
Bathroom
Fill the contemporary freestanding bath with bubbles and scented oils for an aromatherapy bath, relaxing tired muscles and helping your mind drift. For a more invigorating experience there is a rainfall shower, perfect for a pre-dinner refresh. There is also a WC and basin.
Bedroom Four
The final double bedroom is more compact, but no less comfortable with sweeping views over the Painswick valley. Cocoon yourselves here, maybe sneaking away from your group early in the evening to make the most of the peace and quiet, reading a few chapters before lights off for the night.
Outside
Continue your luxurious retreat with an evening beneath the twinkling lights amongst the bubbles of the hydrotherapy hot tub. Just outside the kitchen, it is perfect for nipping in and out with drinks and nibbles. This charming courtyard garden has a dining terrace and a selection of potted plants and borders that add fragrance and colour.
Facilities
Indoor
Sauna - 3-person Infrared
Gym - Treadmill, Elliptical Trainer, 2 X Anti-gravity Massage Chairs
Bedroom One - King-size With Single Sofa Bed (on Request)
Bedroom Two - Double
Bedroom Three - King-size With Single Sofa Bed (on Request)
Bedroom Four - Double
2 Bathrooms - 1 X En-suite Shower Room, 1 X Bathroom
Hairdryer
Fire - Logs Provided For Initial Fire 01 Oct To 31 March
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Coffee Machine
Dishwasher
Dining Table - 1 X Seats 8 - 10, 1 X Seats 4
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed
TV
Workspace
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Game Console - Xbox With Controllers
Outdoor
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
Fire Pit
Hot Tub - Six-person Hydrotherapy
Parking - Off-road Parking For Up To 5 Cars
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
- Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.
- It is the policy of this property not to take bookings for groups where the majority of guests are under the age of 25.
- The maximum occupancy is shown on the listing details at the top. Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted.
- There is CCTV at Serenity recording the exterior of the property for security purposes.
- Serenity welcomes hen parties, 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.
- An additional fee of £150 applies for use of the hot tub and it must be requested at the time of booking. Please ensure all guests read and adhere to our Hot Tub Rules and Guidance.
- 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, Serenity is the perfect wellness retreat for rest and relaxation.
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Resting in the heart of Painswick, Serenity 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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