TRULY STUNNING VIEWS, both near and far from this stylish & characterful Cotswold Cottage. A great Romantic retreat but good for family and friends too!
Known as the "undiscovered Cotswolds", the Stroud valleys & villages are full artisan characters who enjoy the wealth of history, exciting geography,& great eating out too explore too!
The incredible views can been seen from all rooms at this characterful cottage, garden and terrace alike, but no better place, than from the main bedroom balcony which faces down the Golden Valley. By day the vast expanse of view is ever changing, Delight in the evening sunsets with a glass of wine on the balcony and by night, be wowed by the magical sparkling lights along the valley! It will make your stay quite unique and will definitely be a change of scenery!
A short walk from the cottage is Stroud Brewery on the canal, the quirky Felt cafe in the bend of a small river, the Remedy ( Long table) a sharing food charity, the Ship Inn for a Sunday lunch roast. There is even the Burleigh Court Hotel for a nice evening drink or a celebration dinner- all very walkable.
THE COTTAGE
More about the cottage..characterful, with modern conveniences. Wooden beams, oak framed windows, a stone fireplace for the cosy log burner.
Decorated with quality furnishings & furniture, it displays an eclectic mix of old & new. Enjoy the finishing touches & attention to detail from a host who has created her perfect holiday retreat!
IN SUMMER, throw open all the double doors & allow the space to flow outdoors to the lovely garden for an Al fresco BBQ on the circular terrace with uninterrupted views. Take time out for some R&R lounging on the cocoon seat for two, dine al fresco & light the chimenia as the evening cools.
IN WINTER months relax in front of the Cotswold stone fireplace, home to a cosy log burner for snug lock-in evening, a good read or playing some "vintage" games, (fully centrally heated & double glazing too)!
A Perfect Romantic stay for couples but comfortable for up to 4 guests + baby in a cot.
MAIN BEDROOM
* STUNNING VIEWS & out onto bedroom balcony overlooking the garden
* king-size bed & pocket spring mattress
* choice of hard and softer pillows.
* luxury Egyptian cotton bed linen
* smart TV
* 2 luxury dressings gowns when 2 guests stay
THE TWIN BEDDED ROOM-
* stunning views
* 2 single beds with pocket spring mattresses
* luxury Egyptian cotton bed linen
* dressed with soft toys for child guests
* complimentary travel cot available, (though please bring own baby bedding).
THE BATHROOM
* simply stylish
* shower over the white bath with curved glass screen.
* rustic round stone basin, full height rustic shelving with starter toiletries
* bath towels, face towels , flannels. body wash & toilet rolls for arrival
THE LOUNGE
* log burner+ large basket of brickets or logs + extra from garage, diy stores
* double doors to outside terrace with 2 chairs & table surrounded by plants
* smart tv
* plenty of reading & games
* under stairs- box of child soft toys (washed regularly)
* small children's pikler style indoor wooden playframe available to hire, (under parental supervision at all times, please ask in advance)
KITCHEN-DINING is spacious open plan
* double doors out to the pretty Cotswold garden with far reaching views
* spacious dining table can comfortably seat 6
* very well equipped kitchen,
* white crockery & good selection of glasses for most occasions
* pretty vintage teawares for a traditional cream tea at home
* dishwasher, wash machine, full size family fridge freezer, microwave, oven & ceramic hob, * air fryer, electric hand held whisk, cream whisk, toastie maker, fondue set, toaster, juicer
* caffetiere and a DeLonghi barrister expresso coffee maker for ground coffee.
* and loads of recipe books
ENTERTAINMENT
* 2 x 30" smart TVs with freeview
* mobile ultimate ears speaker with wireless connection for your spotify etc
* free wifi
* plenty of reading, board games & dvds
THE GARDEN & BBQ to really enjoy
* stunning views from everywhere
* private use of attractive & well maintained garden (but not completely fenced off- ask for more info)
* BBQ (coals purchase at local garage & supermarkets) chimenea with bricketts , large round table with lazy-susan, 4 comfortable chairs with
cushions.
* relaxing cocoon seat for two
EXTRAS you will find at the cottage
* useful welcome starter basket
* traditional picnic basket
* cool box
* foldaway chairs for days out
* pretty vintage tea-wares for afternoon tea
* fresh herbs from the garden
* special occasion bunting, lanterns etc (available on request)
* 2 luxury dressing gowns (when just 2 guests stay)
* few little extra "touches " (when just 2 guests stay)
for BABIES
* travel cot (but we don't provide baby bedding)
* full size high chair
DRIVE PARKING
* driveway parking for 1 car
There is driveway parking, outside our cottage for one car. We do advise at all times that guests see each other out of the drive, as the Cotswolds stone walls & lanes can block a clear view, a second car can park in the lane opposite or the nearby in the layby.
We, the owners live next door, & have 2+1 dogs.
Do ask at booking, if you are at all unsure about dogs, as they maybe sunbathing in the shared driveway.
(I am sorry but we cannot accept your pets at the cottage- ours are not allowed in the cottage either!)
It is important to us that our cottage meets your needs and expectations, for your time away. So having read all the above, please ask if you have questions before booking and we will happily expand on any information. All we want is for you have the most enjoyable stay!
EATING OUT
The area is spoilt for choice on eating out within 2 or 3 miles and some highly recommended walkable options too. The info folder in the cottage will give you plenty of ideas or I can give you a few of my recommendations to look up before staying. (The inhouse folder has extensive info on everything local with pics to help you chose your days out.)
TO DO
There is genuinely so much to do and see....
A Saturday morning a visit to the amazing Strouds' award winning farmers market 2 miles away is a must, if only to experience the Stroud buzz. There are some great local delights for the foodie enthusiast found there & you can walk there along the canal.
Wonderful walks on the beautiful NT common in AONB where cows and horses free roam from May to November , excellent eating out, auctions as on TV, Berkeley castle, Wildfowl Park at Slimbridge, Westonbirt Arboretum, Woodchester mansion, Stroud brewery, picnics at Beaufort or Cirencester polo in the summer, vintage shopping, plenty of golf courses and well situated for visiting many picturesque Cotswolds villages too...
Painswick & the Rococo gardens 15minutes away
Tetbury is 20 minutes away, full of antique shops, & Highgrove nearby ( Tetbury woolsack races in May)
Westonbirt Arboretum is 20 minutes away Badminton eventing is only 8 miles away too-
The world famous cheese roll at Brock is 20minutes away in May. Do look up Giffords travelling Circus April- September.
We hope to be able to welcome you soon !
Tricia
REVIEWS of HILLCREST COTTAGE- what our guests say;
"One of those places which stay in your memories for ever",
"Waking up to that 'extra special' view every morning made our hearts sing".
"By far the best cottage we have ever stayed in,"
"All we can say is.. WOW!"
"Such a romantic place, that I proposed and she said yes!"
"So many thoughtful touches, we knew instantly we had made the right choice!"
"We stretched our budget for a little luxury & this cottage was worth every penny!"
