Garden Cottage
Step into the whimsical village of Broad Campden, defined by its wonderful countryside views and thatched cottages crafted from golden Cotswold stone. Garden Cottage is a truly "chocolate-box" stay that comfortably sleeps six. Relax amongst the stylish interiors or bask in the sunshine in the large garden, which features plenty of sun-trapped spots to enjoy during your stay.
Overview
Step into a whimsical world at Garden Cottage, where traditional English architecture meets refreshing modern luxury. This stunning thatched property, built from signature golden stone, opens into a bright interior defined by contemporary styling and historic charm. The ground floor invites relaxation, from the cosy living room with its original fireplace alcove to the social dining area and well-equipped kitchen. The addition of a light-filled garden room with bi-fold doors creates a seamless connection to the outdoors, offering a peaceful place to read or watch the local wildlife.
The cottage comfortably sleeps six guests across two floors of beautifully designed bedrooms. The first floor provides two spacious king bedrooms with delightful views and a shared bathroom, while the top floor reveals an authentic loft space. Tucked beneath the thatch, this third bedroom offers flexible king or twin sleeping arrangements and its own bathroom, making it an ideal retreat for families or friends.
The exterior is equally delightful, boasting a garden of greenery and relaxing corners. Designed to follow the sun’s path, the grounds feature multiple seating areas for each time of day. Guests can enjoy a quiet drink on the bench overlooking the cottage or gather for a feast at the large dining table on the paved terrace. To the side of the house, another seating area sits beside a historic original well, providing the perfect spot to enjoy afternoon sun. Combining modern convenience with quintessential character, this is a home designed for making memories.
Ground Floor
HallwayStep through the front door into a charming entrance hall featuring original stone flooring. You’ll find a handy cupboard for tucking away coats and shoes.
Powder Room
To the right, a convenient cloakroom is fitted with a WC, basin, and heated radiator, perfectly placed for a quick refresh.
Living Room
To the left of the hallway, the living room provides seating for six across two sofas. The television is housed within the original fireplace alcove, while multiple cottage windows provide plenty of natural light during the day. The space is finished with coffee tables for drinks and lamps to provide warm lighting throughout the evening.
Dining Room
Moving past the living room, you’ll find the social dining area. Seating six and featuring its own television for background noise, the room is well-equipped with plenty of glassware for meals together.
Garden Room
Directly ahead of the dining room is the garden room, furnished with armchairs, shelves and a coffee table for overlooking the grounds. Internal glass doors can be closed to separate this area from the dining room, while large bi-fold doors can be opened to provide direct access to the garden.
Kitchen
The kitchen is a bright, welcoming space, finished in crisp bright hues with a classic Belfast sink facing the window. It’s cleverly designed with everything you need, including a hob, oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and dishwasher.
Utility Room
Through the wooden door left of the kitchen, is the practical utility room with a washer-dryer. A traditional stable door provides a charming breeze on warmer days and offers easy access to the back garden.
First Floor
The first floor is accessed via the staircase in the living room, leading to a landing that features a quiet corner with an armchair.Bedroom One
Bedroom one is a spacious king-size room with views over the rear garden, furnished with a wardrobe, chest of drawers, bench, bedside tables with lamps and its own TV for lazy mornings.
Bedroom Two
Tucked into the right-hand side of the first floor, the second bedroom overlooks the side garden. It features a king-size bed, a wardrobe, and a chest of drawers, alongside bedside tables and a TV, providing a quiet space to retire to at the end of the day.
Bathroom One
Serving the first floor, this bathroom is fitted with a bath and handheld shower, WC, basin with storage, a heated towel rail, and a mirrored cabinet for all your essentials.
Second Floor
Follow the characterful stairs to the authentic loft space furnished with another comfortable armchair.Bedroom Three
Nestled to the left, this cosy bedroom sits directly beneath the thatch. The versatile space can be arranged as either a king or a twin to suit your group and features a TV alongside views over the garden. The room is also furnished with a chest of drawers and bedside tables with lamps for use throughout your stay.
Bathroom Two
This level also features a bathroom for those staying in the loft, equipped with a shower over the bath, WC, a basin, and a heated towel rail.
Outside
Step outside to discover a garden made for relaxed afternoons and sociable evenings. The terrace (ideal for morning coffee or a quiet drink) leads up to a lawn where garden games, croquet, or simply lounging in the sun await. Just off the kitchen, bring freshly prepared food out to the tables on the terrace or at the side of the house for al fresco feasts, while four-legged guests can explore to their heart's content in the fully enclosed space. You can even read a book on the bench at the far end, which captures the sun throughout the day.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King Size
Bedroom Two - King Size
Bedroom Three - King Size (can Be Arranged As Twin On Request)
2 Bathrooms - Bath With Handheld Shower And Bathroom With A Shower Over The Bath
Hairdryer
Oven
Hob
Microwave - Integrated
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer - Integrated
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seating For 6
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer - Integrated
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 200+ Mbps
TV - Smart
Board Games
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 3 Well-behaved Dogs Welcome For Additional Fee
Garden
Outdoor Dining Area
No BBQ Available
Parking
On your Doorstep
Broad Campden is a charming rural village with a friendly pub. Nearby Chipping Campden (1.5 miles) is alive with the buzz of local Cotswold life. There is a selection of independent shops and delis, a florist, luxury homewares shop and wine shop. Nearby Broadway (6 miles) is also a popular destination for boutique shops and has a host of good cafes and pubs. For a taste of local flavour, Daylesford (12 miles) and Diddly Squat (6 miles) stock locally produced goods.
Eating out
- The Bakers Arms, Broad Campden – fabulous local pub ideal for a meal or drinks (7 min walk)
- Michaels Mediterranean Restaurant, Chipping Campden – Cypriot restaurant offering Greek and Mediterranean dishes (1.5 miles)
- The Lygon Arms, Broadway – home to Grill by James Martin and a choice of bars (6 miles)
- The Old Bakery Tearoom, Stow-on-the-Wold – a family-owned café serving wonderful home cooked food, for lunch or breakfast, tea, and cake (11 miles)
The famous Cotswold Way starts from just outside Chipping Campden making this a fabulous location for a walking holiday. In Chipping Campden itself, there are a host of fantastic walks available to suit everyone, from gentle strollers to dedicated ramblers. For an easy walk, try the Chipping Campden town walk – a 2-mile route taking in the town’s key historical sites. For a slightly more challenging ramble, the Cotswold Way Circular Walk from Chipping Campden covers 4.5 miles, taking you through shaded woodland, gentle hills and rewarding you with unbeatable views across the surrounding Cotswold landscape.
Places to Visit:
- Chipping Campden – picture postcard Cotswold town which hosts cultural events throughout the year including a music and literary festival (1.5 miles)
- Batsford Arboretum – one of the largest private collections of trees, plants, and shrubs in the UK (5 miles)
- Hidcote Manor Gardens, Hidcote Boyce – beautiful Arts & Crafts gardens (5.5 miles)
- Broadway and Broadway Tower – beautiful Cotswold village with a wide main street lined with boutiques and cafes. The tower sits high above the village and offers extensive views over the surrounding countryside (6 miles)
- Snowshill Manor & Garden – a National Trust property with a museum, manor house and garden in a pretty quaint village (6 miles)
- Trains: Moreton-in-Marsh railway station (5 miles) has a frequent and direct service to London.
- Taxis: Red Lion Private Hire, Ace 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 access exclusive discounts for top attractions and experiences.
- Up to three well-behaved dogs are permitted at the cottage for an additional fee.
- Please note that there is a small lip in the doorway to bedroom one.
- Please note that there is limited head height in the second-floor doorways; mind your head when moving between rooms.
- There is a well located to the right of the property next to the seating area. While it is covered with a metal grate, please ensure children and pets are supervised in this area.
- The staircase to the second floor is particularly narrow; please take extra care when ascending and descending.
- Please note, bedroom three can be arranged as a twin upon request.
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A masterclass in 17th-century charm, Garden Cottage pairs golden Cotswold stone with a signature thatched roof. Admire this gorgeous building from the sun-soaked garden.
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Broad Campden is the definition of Cotswold charm. Rolling hills, honey-hued cottages, quiet winding streets, thatched roofs and a fantastic pub, what more could you need? At its heart is the pretty village church and you’ll pass picture perfect rows of quaint houses as you stroll to the pub. From here you’re in easy reach of the Cotswold highlights of Chipping Campden, Blockley and Broadway. For a day out head to Batsford Arboretum, the National Trust’s Snowshill Manor or just slightly further away is Cotswold Farm Park.
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