Stonecrop Cottage

About this property

Stonecrop Cottage is a characterful holiday cottage nestled in the heart of Moreton-in-Marsh in the Cotswolds, offering an unforgettable getaway for families and friends in the heart of Gloucestershire. Boasting character with exposed beams and brick this holiday cottage has been thoughtfully renovated and boasts four spacious bedrooms, an enclosed garden with furniture and a playroom/study as well as an unbeatable location in the centre of one of the Cotswolds’ prettiest towns. Utilise the roadside parking directly outside Stonecrop before crossing the threshold into the spacious hallway finished with a handy cupboard, the perfect place for muddy shoes after an evening walk. You’ll also find a living/dining room where you can unwind in front of the Smart TV and bask in the comforting glow of the woodburning stove. Later, venture into the contemporary kitchen/diner, fully equipped with everything you need to cook up a storm for the whole group; gather around the dining table to tuck in, or step outside to the enclosed garden where you can dine alfresco upon the garden furniture. When stars fill the sky overhead head back inside and up to the first floor where you can wash off the day in the sleek family bathroom with the choice of bath and walk-in shower. You can then catch up on some sleep in one of four delightful double bedrooms bedroom. In the morning, venture out from Stonecrop Cottage to discover all Moreton-in-Marsh has to offer; look forward to idyllic cafes, quaint shops and pubs including The Black Bear Inn which serves delicious food; perfect for nights when you need a break from the kitchen. Enjoy a stroll through this picturesque village and marvel at the famous honey-coloured building lining the streets or visit the Cotswold Falconry Centre on the outskirts of the village to get up close to these magnificent creatures. Venture further afield to visit the Venice of the Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water where you can tour the Cotswold Motoring Museum and Toy Collection as well as the Model Village. All this and more awaits at Stonecrop Cottage!

The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh lies on the Fosse Way Roman Road in the northern Cotswolds and boasts many elegant 18th century buildings, which are home to traditional inns, serving real ales and home-cooked food, tea rooms, restaurants and individual shops to suit all tastes. It also boasts it's own train station and lies on the intersection of the Paddington rail line from London. The town hosts the Moreton-In-Marsh Show, one of the UK's largest one-day agricultural shows, as well as the Moreton Beer Festival, an annual French Market, and a large outdoor market every Tuesday. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of the town, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close by. Less than five miles away is Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest town in the Cotswolds. 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. Close by is Bourton-on-the-Water, which is known as the Venice of the Cotswolds as the River Windrush runs through the centre. It lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages. Also within reach is the spa town of Cheltenham. This town boasts an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, and is famous for its horseracing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also within driving distance. A convenient base for exploring the Cotswolds and the wider area.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Four bedrooms: 1 x second-floor double bed with en-suite bath with shower over, basin and WC, and 3 x other double bedrooms.

Bathroom with roll-top bath, hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Living/dining room with woodburning stove.

Playroom/study

Gas central heating.

Range cooker with oven, gas hob and fridge/freezer.

Smart TV, WiFi and a selection of books, games and children's toys.

Travel cot, and high chair (along with baby bath) all available.

Fuel, power and starter for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Unrestricted roadside parking available on the high street.

Enclosed rear garden with patio, lawn and garden furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.1 miles.

Note: There are steep steps in this property, please take care.

Note: There is a small step from the dining room into the sitting room and another into the kitchen, please take care.

Note: The en-suite on the second floor has a low ceiling, please mind your head.

Note: Check-in from 4pm and check-out by 10am