About this property
Situated in the heart of the popular market town Stow-on-the-Wold, Posting House Barn is a remarkable grade ll listed stone-built property. This charming house dates back to the 17th century and has a wealth of character about it including exposed Cotswold stone walls, exposed beams and charming spiral staircase, which have been given a classic and fresh touch.
Take advantage of the off-road parking garage at the end of the garden and unload your luggage into the charming character filled property as your holiday begins. Set over three floors, this wonderful retreat is perfect for friends or family seeking a relaxing home-from-home break. Upon entering the stylish entrance hall, you will find a homely double bedroom, a cloakroom with basin and WC, a well-equipped kitchen/diner where tasty meals can be created on the range cooker with five-ring gas hob and striking French doors leading out to a delightful garden area which includes a sheltered patio area equipped with an outdoor table, sun loungers and a charcoal barbecue. There are stone steps leading up to the well-maintained lawn area, surrounded by shrubs and attractive flowers, and a summerhouse at the end of the garden
Moving up to the first-floor by taking the feature spiral staircase, you will find the calming sitting room, perfect for relaxed evenings with your party playing games or enjoying food. The second bedroom has a king-size bed (zip/link, can be twin on request) and has stunning views over the garden area, a reading nook and exposed stone wall. The family bathroom is fresh and characterful, a lovely space to relax in the tub.
Continuing on the spiral staircase up to the second floor in the eaves you will find the master bedroom which has a double bed, exposed beams, chaise longue and en-suite shower room equipped with walk-in shower, basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Just a stone's throw away from the market square, this property is the perfect location to enjoy the renowned boutique shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants as well as the farmers’ market which takes place every second Thursday of each month, featuring inviting local produce. The market square is bustling and is the heart of the community, and as one of the highest Cotswold towns it features many cycle routes and picturesque country walks, boasting beautiful rural views.
Spend the day in beloved towns in the North Cotswold such as Chipping Norton, Moreton-in-Marsh and Burford or further afield in Cirencester and Oxford where you will find Blenheim Palace. Or perhaps you want to enjoy the serenity of local neighbouring villages such as Broadwell, Lower Swell and The Oddingtons, where you can reward yourself from a long day walking with a mouth-watering refreshment in one of the popular inns.
Posting House Barn is the perfect rural retreat for you and your family or friends, to enjoy a well-earned break.
The highest town in the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises olde worlde England. This ancient market town has played host to many fairs since the 12th century and today holds a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs and monthly Farmers' market. The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antique shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of Stow, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close to the town. Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' as the River Windrush runs through the centre, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are all within easy reach and make a great day out. Cheltenham (20 miles away) is, architecturally, the most complete regency town in England. A spa town with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse-racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. At other times of year, it is host to literature, jazz, classical music, science and food and drink festivals. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called 'The City of Dreaming Spires’ has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also within easy reach, making Stow-on-the-Wold an ideal base.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x first-floor king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC on the second floor.
Family bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC on the ground floor.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Five ring gas hob, range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 2 x Freeview TVs, small selection of DVDs, books and board games, 3 x radios 1 x with iPod dock, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included In rent.
Travel cot and high chair available.
Off-road parking for 1 8ft wide car and free on-street parking is available nearby (luggage can be unloaded directly outside the property).
Patio and lawn garden with furniture, summer house and barbecue (without coal).
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.3 miles