About this property
The Old Dairy is a beautiful, 17th century Cotswold stone holiday home with stunning character features throughout, located on a peaceful street in the heart of the idyllic village of Stanton, this elegant cottage is an ideal base for exploring the picturesque Cotswold region and sleeps up to six guests.
You are welcomed onto the property by two off-road parking spaces in the garage located at the rear of the property. The front door opens into a smart and spacious entrance hall, where to your right, you will find rack space to store your muddy boots and hang your coats, which is sat next to the handy cloakroom where you can have a quick wash down before entering the rest of the property.
Moving through the property, a small step leads you up to the warm and inviting sitting room which features striking exposed beams and an exposed Cotswold stone chimney breast, home to an inset woodburning stove which is perfect to get burning on a cold winter evening as you and your loved ones relax into the plump furnishings and enjoy a relaxed evening watching a Netflix show or making use of the selection of parlour games on offer.
Take the conversation outside and pop open a bottle of bubbly to toast to a fantastic holiday that lies before you, in the wonderful enclosed garden where the pretty terrace has a delightful climbing rose adorning the back wall and an outdoor seating set with parasol is available for you, you’ll see a well-maintained lawn that is bordered by leafy shrubs and fragrant flowers with further seating areas dotted around the garden; your furry friend will delight at the space on offer where they can stretch their legs!
Head back inside into the smart, dual aspect kitchen/diner to make use of the contemporary facilities to cook up a heart-warming meal in the sociable room that has all the facilities you require, with an adjoining utility room containing a washing machine and tumble dryer, perfect for you to leave your home-from-home with a bag of clean washing.
When night falls, head up to the first floor an enjoy a calming rinse in the walk-in rain shower, before heading to one of the three homely bedrooms; the master is a bright and airy dual aspect room, offering stunning views of the garden, the quaint village and across to Shenberrow hill, containing an inviting king-size bed where you can watch a film on the TV in the comfort of the sheets, and benefits from a stylish en-suite bathroom, the second bedroom has lovely exposed wooden beams, stone mullion window offering views of the neighbouring manor farm’s attractive garden and twin beds, the third bedroom has lovely dual aspect stone mullion windows and a double bed, all bedrooms have ample storage and hanging space for your belongings and garments, along with an electronic wall safe in the third bedroom.
At The Old Dairy, you are situated in the unspoilt village of Stanton, which is a true chocolate-box village with honey-coloured Cotswold stone properties, a number of thatched cottages, the Church of St Michael and All Angels, and The Mount Inn, a highly regarded gastro-pub, located on the hillside, this popular pub prides itself on its locally sourced ingredients, a range of ales and breath-taking views across the Vale of Evesham.
The village is surrounded by wonderful countryside, with many walks and cycler routes on its doorstep including the renowned Cotswold Way long distance walking trail which passes through the village itself and continues in the direction of neighbouring Stanway, a peaceful village which is dominated by Stanway House, a Jacobean mansion that open to the public in the summer months and boasts the tallest gravity-fed fountain in the world. For keen riders, Stanton is home to Cotswold Riding, an equine facility which provides hacks for riders of all abilities.
Make your way over to the bustling market town of Chipping Campden where you can enjoy a delicious breakfast at Campden Coffee Co before heading over to Dover’s Hill to enjoy the stunning views over the Vale of Evesham where you can re-join the Cotswold Way, and if you start in Chipping Campden, walk to the next stop which is Broadway and is only 3.6 miles from your doorstep.
A holiday that will be remembered forever is spent at The Old Dairy.
The scattered hamlet of Stanton lies on the southern edge of the Peak District National Park and offers beautiful scenery and many fantastic walking and cycling opportunities. Alton Towers, the family favourite, can be reached within a few minutes’ drive. The charming market town of Ashbourne, with its fine Georgian buildings, is a short drive away and offers unique shops, restaurants, cafes and traditional inns set along cobbled streets. Carsington Water offers several outdoor activities, including fishing, sailing, kayaking and windsurfing; there is also an award-winning restaurant and miles of footpaths and bridleways, making this a great day out for all the family. Beautiful Chatsworth House, Shottle Hall and Haddon Hall are all within easy reach, as is Matlock Bath with its spectacular cable cars at the Height of Abraham. The Peak District National Park offers over 500 square miles of protected landscape and is home to a huge range of activities such as moorlands treks, horse riding and hot air balloon rides.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in rain shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric Range cooker, induction hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x hairdryers.
3 x Freeview TVs, DVD player, on demand services (Netflix and Amazon), 2 x digital radios, CD player, iPod dock, telephone, WiFi, selection of DVDs, CDs, parlour games, books and magazines.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and cot available.
Garage for 2 medium size cars.
Terrace and lawn garden with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.1 miles, pub 0.3 miles