Guests say
Guests consistently praise the cottage's cleanliness, peaceful location, and charming character. The hosts are commended for their friendliness and thoughtfulness, contributing to a delightful stay. While the lack of Wi-Fi is noted, the ample local walks and proximity to attractions compensate. The property's traditional features and well-equipped kitchen are highlights, alongside the occasional mention of gifts, adding a personal touch.
Reviewers frequently mention the cottage's cleanliness, describing it as 'very clean' and well-maintained, indicating high standards of hygiene and care.
The location is highly praised for its tranquility, beautiful scenery, and proximity to local walks and attractions, making it an ideal rural retreat.
The cottage is described as cosy and comfortable, with spacious bedrooms and a welcoming atmosphere. Some guests found the beds less comfortable, which slightly affects the score.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the well-equipped kitchen. However, the absence of Wi-Fi and suggestions for additional amenities like a second toilet or DVD player suggest room for improvement.
Guests appreciate the hosts' thoughtfulness, including the provision of local information and occasional gifts. While gifts are warmly mentioned, they are not a guaranteed offering for all stays.
About this property
A charming semi-detached cottage set traditionally over three floors amid the soothing countryside of the Cotswolds AONB. With a multitude of walking and cycling opportunities accessible from your doorstep, this is a cosy base for friends and family to enjoy all-year-round. Enter this comforting cottage into its kitchen/diner, which comes decorated with calming neutral features to make a lovely spot to cook and enjoy those hearty meals. You are certainly not short of cosy spots to sit back and relax here, choose from a wonderfully warming sitting room with plenty of seating and a charming exposed stone wall, as well as a more peaceful snug room and a lovely little sun room overlooking the soothing fields surrounding the cottage. A charming and light family bathroom concludes the ground floor layout. A traditionally steep and narrow staircase leads you to the first floor, which presents two welcoming bedrooms; a twin and a single room. Head upstairs again and arrive in the cosy eaves of this three-storey cottage, it plays host to a delightful double bedroom, making for a wonderful master bedroom with its exposed beams and classy bed frame. There is also a front lawn with garden furniture, to enjoy an evening drink around. Avid walkers and cyclists are in paradise in the Cotswolds; a myriad of idyllic paths and trails can be enjoyed from your front door. Alternatively, the attractive market town of Stroud abounds in charming architecture and a fine range of first-class amenities. The spectacular city of Gloucester sits further afield, yet is more than worth the trip with its striking architecture, and beautiful Gloucester docks and quays, there is so much to see and do. A traditional, alluring cottage from which to explore the fine region of Gloucestershire.
This charming little village peacefully rests on the western fringes of the spectacular Cotswolds aonb in the heart of Gloucestershire. King's Stanley is a delightfully quiet base for your holiday, offering a newsagents, a convenience store with a Post Office, a Chinese takeaway and a bakery to provide a selection of charming local amenities. Enthusiasts of the great outdoors are in an excellent position as a short walk takes you into the idyllic and historic Cotswolds, scattered with quaint little villages and showcasing a myriad of unbeatable walking and cycling country. Just a few short miles away sits the charming market town of Stroud, benefiting from a wide range of high-quality amenities as well as the art museum in Stratford Park, an ensured memorable day trip. Travel slightly further afield to reach the spectacular cities of Bristol and Bath, both displaying the finest examples of architecture and a multitude of fine shopping, wining and dining spots.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x second floor double, 1 x twin, 1 x 4' single.
Ground floor bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Snug.
Sun room.
Gas central heating, electric fire.
Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Front lawn with garden table and chairs.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop within 15 min walk.
Note: Steep and narrow staircases, may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.
Note: Low wooden beam at the top of the second floor staircase, mind your head.
Note: Property not suitable for children under 5.
Please note - Check in time is 4pm and check out time is 10am
Reviews (30)
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Amanda
Had everything you would need and comfortably housed the family. The owners are very friendly and welcoming. WiFi would have been good to have, but other than that it was a fabulous stay. Would happily stay again.
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Alastair
Good location not far from village and woods. Owner very friendly and helpful.
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Hanneke
The host was very pretty, lovely, and very friendly.