Cotswold Cottage

Cotswold Cottage is an idyllic Cotswold home for families or friends looking for utter peace and quiet. One thing that may strike you about Coln is its blissful feeling of calm. Guests who are fortunate enough to enjoy sunny days at Cotswold Cottage will be able to appreciate the tranquillity of its gorgeous garden. Providing plenty of open space and room, Cotswold Cottage is an ideal base from which to explore the undulating Coln Valley and rushing waters of the River Coln, or to venture further afield.

Step out of the front door and you’re straight into miles and miles of walking, including an idyllic 4- or 6-mile route to Bibury (famed for its Arlington Row cottages, possibly the most photographed tourist location in the Cotswolds!), where you can have a bite to eat at The Swan, The Catherine Wheel or in the café at Bibury Trout Farm.

If you’re staying with little ones, down the road to a safe, secure and immaculate adventure playground, complete with picnic tables and benches. Then wander downhill to the River Coln, flanked by rolling hills that are home to flocks of sheep and herds of cows – a truly bucolic scene. If you’re lucky enough to catch a sunset, it’ll be one of the most beautiful you’re ever likely to see!

Head back up the road to the Coln Community Shop for a cuppa and a slice of some of the tastiest cake in the Cotswolds!

At the end of your day exploring the Cotswolds, return to Cotswold Cottage and Coln St Aldwyns, far from the madding crowds, with easy parking, peace and quiet and an immaculate and cosy home-from-home.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall:
Open the front door from the lane into a large, flagstone-floored Entrance Hall, with plenty of space to leave your shoes after a long day exploring the Cotswolds.

Living Room:
A beautiful spacious room that feels cosy and homely while offering guests plenty of space to relax and unwind. Decorated in neutral tones with a polished wood floor, exposed beams and wrought iron furnishings, the Living Room casts a feeling of understated elegance, offering guests two large sink-in sofas to rest on after a long day of exploring the local area. The Living Room also features a homely gas fireplace in a stone surround, Panasonic 43 inch Smart TV and Blue-ray DVD player, DAB radio sound system and double patio doors leading out to the sunny patio dining area.

Dining Room:
A bright, contemporary room featuring an ornamental original fireplace and wrought iron and glass dining table and chairs to seat 6 guests, with 2 extra chairs and a free-standing wine cooler.

Kitchen:
An excellently equipped room with partial conservatory roofing and direct access into the garden. The Kitchen features a small breakfast table (seats 4), central island, double Belfast sink, Britannia range cooker with double oven and 5 burner gas hobs, full range of Le Creuset cookware, microwave, 3-slot toaster kettle, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher, and washing machine. Off the kitchen, you will find the downstairs WC with a washbasin.

First Floor

Bedroom Two:
A cosy double bedroom with exposed beams overlooking the quiet lane, featuring a double bed, bedside tables, dressing table with mirror, and a hanging cupboard and drawers.

Bedroom Three:
An airy double bedroom with views overlooking the garden, featuring a double bed, canvas hanging cupboard, chest of drawers, and a free-standing, full-length mirror.

Family Bathroom:
A large family bathroom, featuring both a separate bath with central taps and walk-in shower, WC and washbasin. Please note – there is a switch in the hallway to turn the electric shower on.

Bedroom One:
A luxurious bedroom with a huge sink-in king-size bed and matching cosy corner chair. The Master Bedroom boasts stunning original beams and a polished wood floor, as well as a chest of drawers and a full-length mirror. Head up the secret spiral staircase in the corner to the

En-suite Bathroom:
A delightful loft-conversion en-suite, this secret bathroom is more private spa than a washroom. Relax among the original timber rafters either in the deluxe free-standing bathtub or walk-in rain shower in this seriously cool, concealed space. Please note there is also a washbasin but no toilet.

Outside

Cotswold Cottage offers a beautifully maintained private garden, with a stone patio area featuring a charcoal BBQ and an outdoor dining table and chairs (+parasol) for 6 guests. The central feature of the garden is the beautifully quaint garden out-building which is a haven for climbing plants. Guests may use the deckchairs outside as well as other garden furniture located in the storage cupboard next to the Living Room.