The Court House

ID: S421269

  • Bedrooms 5
  • ・ Sleeps 10
  • ・ Pets 2

About this property

Settled on the outskirts of the picture-perfect village of Blockley, rests this charming Cotswold-stone holiday home, The Court House. Set across four floors and enjoying a peaceful setting within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the tranquil waters of Blockley Brook flowing freely nearby, The Court House makes an idyllic base for a holiday in Gloucestershire. Park up in either of your two off-road parking spaces, or if there is more than two cars you can park on the nearby hill, before unloading your bags and making your way over the threshold of the vibrant blue doorway into your new home-from-home to begin your staycation. Entering into the well-equipped kitchen, be charmed by the effortless blend of contemporary and traditional décor, with high-quality fixtures and fittings and a warming woodburning stove nestled within a whitewashed brick fireplace, providing a truly lovely spot to rustle up heart-warming meals throughout your stay. Indulge in a romantic meal for two at the elegant breakfast bar or uncork a bottle of wine and serve the fruits of your labour at the table positioned in the nearby open-plan living/dining room, sure to be the social hub of the home. Following a day of adventure, gather with your loved ones with a sumptuous seat in front of the television, where a timeless Victorian-era feature fireplace and rustic wooden window shutters create a snug and homely atmosphere for a cosy night in. In the summer months, carry the conversation outdoors with a sociable seat amongst the lush greenery of the enclosed garden, where you can toast a glass of fizz to an unforgettable experience, backed by the peaceful sound of the babbling brook. When day draws to night, retreat indoors to prepare for bed with an indulgent soak amongst the bubbles in either of the two classically designed family bathrooms, or make use of the spacious walk-in shower positioned on the first floor for a quick rinse. When sleep calls, you're spoilt for choice between five beautifully appointed king-size bedrooms which all benefit from a 'Emma Hybrid Mattress'. A king-size and an en-suite shower tucked away on the lower ground floor, two further king-size settled on the first floor, and a final king-size along with a zip/link twin bedroom positioned on the second floor, each beautifully adorned with a unique colouring. Take a break from doing the cooking and venture into the heart of Blockley where you'll find a traditional local pub, The Great Western Arms, serving delicious homecooked meals in a delightful quintessentially British setting, or fuel your excursions with a hearty breakfast with a visit to Blockley Café. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life with a stroll through the tranquil grounds of Mill Dene Garden, set around an original Cotswold watermill, with a peaceful stream, millpond, vibrant fruit garden and rose walk providing an idyllic backdrop. Visit the nearby market town of Moreton-in-Marsh, where you can discover a wealth of fascinating RAF memorabilia with a tour of Wellington Aviation Museum, or marvel at the fabulous workings of art on display at The Moreton Gallery. Jump in the car and journey to the picture-perfect town of Chipping Campden, where you can treat yourself to a spot of luxury with a treatment at Cotswold House Spa, immerse yourself in local history with a visit to the Court Barn Museum, or embark on a two-footed adventure along the Cotswold Way. With all of this and more, choose The Court House as a base from which to explore the delights of Gloucestershire.

Famed for its silk and corn mills, the anicent village of Blockley rests a stones throw away from Moreton-in-Marsh, within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Decorated in charming honey-coloured buildings, the quaint village is home to two local pubs, a well-stocked village store and a café. Due to its rural location, there's a plethora of walking and cycling trails leading from your doorstep, where visitors can explore the scenic sights of this wonderful part of the country

Accommodation

Over four floors.

Five bedrooms: 1 x lower-ground-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x first-floor king-size, 1 x second floor king-size & 1 x second-floor twin (zip/link, can be king-size on request).

Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Second-floor bathroom with freestanding bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen with woodburning stove.

Living/dining room

Central heating with wood burning stove.

2 x electric oven and induction hob, microwave, kettle, wine fridge, Nespresso machine, toaster, American style fridge/freezer, 2 x dishwasher.

TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 2 cars.

Extra parking available for more cars on the hill.

Enclosed front garden with lawn, Charcoal BBQ and picnic bench.

Sorry, no smoking.

Two well behaved dogs welcome.

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Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 mile.

Please note: Bookings for this property must have a check in day of Friday.

Note: There is an unfenced brook at the bottom of the garden, please take care and ensure that children are supervised at all times.

Note: This is a quiet residential area, please take this into consideration when booking.

Reviews (12)

  • Janet

    I was a little apprehensive about it's suitability for young children when I looked at the photographs but our two and a half year old grand-daughter managed all the stairs very well. The extra toys in the cupboard were also much appreciated. We loved the village too. Sadly we had a family health crisis this weekend so only half our party could arrive and I feel sad that the other grandchildren missed the experience. Perhaps we will book for them in future.

  • Alexa

    The house was beautifully presented and perfect for our stay. The communication before arrival was also enormously helpful.

  • Kathy

    We were a bit surprised when we first arrived at the layout, especially since my husband had currently got some mobility problems. We decided to use the basement bedroom because of this, and, to be fair, the description does mention that this bedroom has fewer stairs and would be best for less mobile visitors. We enjoyed our stay and got used to the many stairs. However, I do feel that there were a couple of issues with the description on the Sykes site. I don't think you can really say that the dining room table is "positioned in the nearby open-plan living/dining room" when the said table is up quite a lot of stairs to the next floor up. The basement bathroom certainly needs a grab rail as the floor is lethal for anyone, let alone someone elderly. No non slip bath mat provided. There was one to share with 2 other bathrooms. And we had to take 2 picnic chairs and a bean bag with us as there are certainly not 'sumptuous seats' enough for 10 adults if the house is full. We did feed back these comments and the owners were lovely and said they would take the comments on board. I would still recommend the house as it is very lovely, and the other bedrooms were beautiful. Also the perfect base from which to visit so many lovely places.

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