10 Bed Cottage in Broadway

About this property

Richly decorated and ornately furnished, this historic manor is full of character, providing an unforgettable base for larger families and groups of friends marking a special occasion. Set on the fringes of the picturesque village of Broadway, the elegantly updated property enjoys an ideal position for walkers and nature spotters discovering the idyllic northern reaches of the Cotswolds. Often referred to as the Jewel of the Cotswolds, the heart of Broadway is less than half a mile away, an easy walk from the house. The centre is home to beautiful architecture and the fantastic Broadway High Street, with a wealth of independent shops, cafes and pubs, so it's easy to venture out on foot and leave the car behind. The famous Broadway Tower is 1.5 miles away by foot, offering stunning views. The area offers a wealth of local attractions and landmarks for all the family, including Snowshill Manor and Garden, Cotswold Farm Park, Pershore Abbey, Sudeley Castle, Kiftsgate Court Gardens, Hidcote, Sezincote House and Garden, Bredon Hill, All Things Wild and, all within 14 miles.

Entering this fabulous retreat, a few steps lead down from the main entrance into the light and spacious and fully equipped kitchen/diner, which features the luxury of a Lacanche range cooker, a central island, a media wall, a walk-in pantry and a casual dining space perfect for a snack or quick breakfast. In addition, a concierge service can arrange catering on request (please ask for more details). Exploring the ground floor further, the wood-panelled ground floor features a characterful breakfast room which doubles as a study. You can all get together and chat in the formal lounge, which has a lovely open fire, or snuggle up to watch a movie in the cosy snug with its Smart TV, plush seating and a collection of games. Featuring traditional curtains, ancient wooden beams, oak panelling and a large inglenook fireplace, the main dining hall provides an atmospheric backdrop to a family feast, featuring refectory oak dining tables which can be arranged to seat up to 20 guests. Heading up to the first floor, you will find six spacious and stylishly designed bedrooms: five doubles and a twin; two with en-suite facilities. The opulent main bedroom is dominated by an ornately carved antique Chinese opium bed, surrounded by hand-painted wall murals, alongside a beautiful en-suite bathroom. Each of the bedrooms has been imaginatively curated by the King sisters with their unique Anglo-Indonesian flair, with an array of soft furnishings, lavish silks and gorgeous linens. A further shower room and a bathroom are also on this floor. Finally, on the second floor, there are two further twin bedrooms alongside a delightful playroom and a bathroom featuring a clawfoot bathtub. The playroom has a Smart TV and an array of toys, books and games for younger guests. At at an additional cost there is an annexe which makes a lovely self-contained apartment for four extra guests. Accessed via an external staircase, this cheery hideaway is suitable for adults only and features oak beams, a lounge, a kitchen, two cosy bedrooms: a double and a twin, and a refreshing shower room.

Heading outside, the beautiful, well-tended country gardens are part manicured and part wild, with pathways leading to a traditional parterre garden, a sweet pear arbour and a flower-cutting garden. Guests are welcome to pick fruit, herbs and vegetables from the orchard and the kitchen garden. The grounds, which are bordered by beautiful wisteria-clad stone walls, also feature a lovely cedar-shingled summerhouse, a restored Victorian greenhouse, a croquet lawn and a charming patio perfect for dining alfresco. To the bottom of the garden, a small footbridge takes you over a babbling stream to the beautifully secluded heated outdoor pool, available in the summer months (1 May to 30 September). Ample private parking is available.

Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed

- 8 bedrooms in the main house – 5 doubles and 3 twins

- 6 bathrooms – 1 ground-floor shower and 1 separate ground-floor WC, 1 first-floor en-suite shower room with shower and WC, 1 first-floor en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, 1 bathroom with bath, overhead shower and WC, 1 shower and WC, 1 second-floor bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, plus 1 shower room with shower and WC in the annexe

- Range oven, microwave, 3 fridges, freezer, dishwasher

- Additional dishwasher in chef’s pantry

- 2 washing machines, tumble dryer and drying facilities in laundry room

- Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment

- 2 travel cots and highchairs available on request

- Open fire in the dining hall and lounge

- Smart TV in snug and playroom

- Children’s playroom

- Heated outdoor pool (available 1 May to 30 September)

- 3 acres of grounds, with croquet lawn, dining terraces, herb and rose gardens

- Ample private parking

- A concierge service can arrange catering and domestic staff available to book on request

- Pub 0.5 miles, shop 1 mile

- Sleeps 16+4 (2 bedrooms in the annexe for additional cost – 1 double and 1 twin to be arranged directly with the owner)