Log Cabins to RentThere is so much to recommend holidaying in Gloucestershire including the Cotwolds, the adventure of the Forest of Dean, the colour of Westonbirt Arboretum. The regency splendor of Cheltenham and the historic docks and Cathedral of Gloucester. Fabulous walking countryside.
Tyndale House is a recently renovated, charming, elegant 4 Bedroomed Cotswold Cottage set within the gorgeous Stancombe Park Estate where Evelyn Waugh found the inspiration to write Brideshead Revisited.
This four-bedroomed delight is in a gorgeous corner of Gloucestershire within walking distance of the Cotswold Way, famed for its wonderful walks and breathtaking scenery.
Nearby the market town of Dursley is a walker’s delight with breathtaking views and plenty of footpaths; Stinchcombe Hill is particularly popular with walkers. There are plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants to enjoy, as well as shops and delis to stock up on yummy local produce.
Tyndale House was built in the 1840s and was traditionally the home to the Estate Manager and stands proud and pretty with a double frontage and warm honey-coloured stones. This enchanting House enjoys a large dry stone walled garden with wonderful views of Grade 1 Listed gardens, Tyndale’s Monument and the rolling countryside beyond.
Immaculately furnished throughout, the layout seamlessly highlights the property’s original features while providing every modern amenity’s comfort and convenience. The Ground Floor offers a warm and inviting living space with large comfy sofas surrounding a feature wood-burning fire and large TV. It leads through to a stylish dining area perfect for family feasts or elegant dinner parties. Should the weather permit, double doors open out onto a lovely terrace, perfect for alfresco dining. The large bright kitchen offers all the mod cons yet blends with the cottage's style with a double butler sink and range-style cooker. There is also a separate hallway for those muddy boots and a convenient WC.
Upstairs the First Floor has two large double bedrooms with character vaulted ceilings. Enjoy plush beds with crisp Egyptian cotton bedlinen and smart furnishings with delightful tasteful extras like a Roberts Radio. Bedroom 1 enjoys the benefit of a beautiful ensuite bathroom with a freestanding bath and a huge walk-in shower. The second floor has two delightful double bedrooms that have the flexibility to be configured to twin rooms if required, and there is a convenient separate family bathroom with a bath and overhead shower.
Tyndale House has lovely outside space with an expansive fully fenced lawn garden with fruit trees and plenty of space to sit outside on the terrace and enjoy BBQs and cocktails whilst taking in the surrounding views of the beautiful estate; this is country living ‘grand’ style!
If you can’t bear to leave the dog at home, well-behaved dogs are welcome but don’t forget to pack the dog bed!
Tyndale House offers an exclusive experience to enjoy within the sanctuary of Stancombe Park and is a wonderful base to explore the best of the Cotswolds.
Stancombe Park is positioned at the heart of the Cotswold Way in Dursley, Gloucestershire and offers 300 acres of stunning grounds and magnificent architecture, including a Chinese tea house and Egyptian ice house. The estate is steeped in history and a real joy to explore.
The gardens on the estate include the wonderful secret ‘folly’ gardens, with narrow paths, tunnels, and caves set above a beautiful lake and boathouse, giving it a mystical, magical feel. The more formal gardens lead to the main house and fully justify the Grade 1 listing the Park and Gardens have been given. House guests enjoy exclusive access to the grounds, whereas public access is limited to pre-booked tours making this an extraordinary experience.
Nestled within the private estate, Tyndale House is the perfect getaway to explore the Cotswolds, and there are plenty of walking tours available along the Cotswold Way, which stretches for over 100 miles from Chipping Camden in the North and Bath in the South. Expect picture-perfect towns and villages with honey-coloured houses, acres of beautiful rolling countryside, and memorable historic sites.
Tetbury is only a short drive away and has some beautiful eating establishments, including The Conservatory at Calcot Manor, Lola & Co and The Royal Oak. Tetbury is also home to Westonbirt, the National Arboretum, which hosts one of the world's most beautiful and important plant collections; there are 600 acres and 17 miles of paths to explore. There is a Gruffalo trail for the kiddies, free talks on Saturdays and Sundays and dog-friendly areas.
There are stunning gardens, palaces and manor houses only a short drive from Stancombe, and highlights include Highgrove, King Charles lll’s private residence. The Gardens are renowned as some of the most inspiring and innovative in the UK, and during the summer months, garden tours and the chance to sample afternoon tea in the Orchard Room can be booked.
The Cotswolds is full of charming characterful pubs and restaurants, with many special treats to enjoy. If you wish to dine like a future king, try The Potting Shed Pub in Crudwell, as William and Kate had many a romantic dinner there whilst they were dating!
You will be hard pushed to find a prettier area than the Cotswolds, and there is lots to discover and admire; staying at Tyndale House offers an exclusive taste of Country Estate living and is the perfect base to explore this enchanting region.
Situated within an exclusive, gated development in the heart of the Cotswolds, Walnut Cottage is one of two properties sitting side by side that benefit from a quieter spot, overlooking a waterway to the rear and taking advantage of its southerly facing aspect. With a master bedroom suite, one double room and two singles, this gorgeous, contemporary holiday home sleeps six guests. The cottage also benefits from a pretty patio area with alfresco dining and a small garden, bounded by the small waterway. It is idyllic and perfectly positioned to enjoy the fantastic range of facilities and activities offered.
The development is just south of Cirencester. You are in for a week combining blissful relaxation with exciting adventure, all within hundreds of acres of lush green space, featuring nine beautiful lakes, two rivers, stunning picnic spots and miles of lakeside and river trails. Walnut Cottage is situated within an easy ten minute walk of the on-site spa and restaurant and the Nature Reserve with its lakes for canoeing, kayaking and fishing, bike trails and children’s playpark. The spa offers fantastic luxury treatments, a steam room, sauna and three gorgeous swimming pools. One is a bracing eco-pool naturally filtered by water lilies plus there is an indoor and outdoor pool. Guests are welcome to use the library, a ‘restful reading’ lounge, tennis courts and the Technogym. During peak holiday seasons, children’s clubs offer a huge range of activities.
Walnut Cottage boasts a stunning open plan living space on the ground floor. With a beautiful teal and stone colour scheme, the lounge area is extremely comfortable with squishy sofas and a log burning stove for cooler evenings. There is access to the delightful patio for alfresco dining and the small garden. The kitchen is modern, sleek and perfect for preparing delicious meals if you do not want to barbecue. There is a handy utility room which doubles as a cloakroom.
On the first floor, you will find four lovely bedrooms. The master bedroom enjoys a very small balcony and a pristine, modern en-suite bathroom. In addition, there is a delightful double room and two smart singles. They share a beautiful, contemporary bathroom.
This is a lovely, modern holiday home for a family. If you want to holiday with other family or friends, we are very privileged to market many properties on this fabulous development so you can easily spend quality family time, yet meet up for wonderful adventures and fabulous picnics with others.
Walnut Cottage enjoys a very special location within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, guests enjoy many entertainment options within the development as well as being located on the doorstep of fabulous Cotswolds attractions. The Cotswolds boasts idyllic villages, historic towns, a rich heritage of country houses, stunning gardens, wildlife parks, arboretums and enchanting nature reserves. Popular visits are to Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury and Lacock as well as the regency pleasures of Cheltenham and the Georgian glories of Bath which are less than twenty miles away.
Bourton-on-the-Water, like most of the Cotswolds, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is the Venice of the Cotswolds with beautiful bridges crossing the River Windrush. Gorgeous cosy cafes line the pretty streets together with houses made with enchanting honey coloured Cotswold stone.
Stow-on-the-Wold is a delightful market town, the highest of the Cotswold towns exposed on the 800 feet high Stow Hill at the crossroads with the Roman Fosse Way. The town boasts a fascinating history. At the height of the Cotswold wool industry, it held annual fairs where as many as 20000 sheep were sold at one time. The Market Square is very attractive with its ancient cross, town stocks and an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops. You will find many fine antique shops, art galleries, gift and craft shops.
Tetbury is another historic wool town. It is an architectural gem with many of the wool merchant’s houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Parish Church of St Mary’s has one of the tallest and most elegant spires in the UK. Tetbury is popular for its independent shops including antique shops, vintage and interior shops, exclusive boutiques and the Highgrove shop. Tetbury holds many regular events including the May Day Wacky Races, the Spring Bank Holiday Woolsack Races when contestants carry 65lb woolsacks up and down the 1 in 4 hill, the August Summer Show, the September Food and Drink Festival, the October Tetbury Music Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-on.
Close by, visitors can enjoy the stunning botanical experience of the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, the glorious Elizabethan Chavenage House used for many famous films and TV series, the beautiful Arts and Crafts Manor at Rodmarton, the 13th century Lacock Abbey and HRH Prince of Wales’ stunning garden at Highgrove. Local equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials, Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing and Beaufort Polo are all popular.
South Cerney, Gloucestershire, Heart of England
From £826
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Ready for a break ? ‘ThisOne’ is our little bolt hole place we go to, where our two young children are happy and entertained with all the facilities a great Hoburne Site offers. Off site you will discover the Cotswold Waterparks is an amazing place with so many activities and places for the family to see, do and try.
We have made ‘ThisOne’ our little home from home and equipped it with everything we need to make a stay relaxed, comfortable and enjoyable.
‘ThisOne’ has a light, modern, airy feel….as it is ‘our bolt hole’ we have our personal touches to make it homely and welcoming rather than ‘rental’.
The main seating area has a two seater sofa with two single sofa arm chairs (soon to be replaced) and a 40” flat screen smart tv with access to over 100 freeview channels via complimentary unlimited WiFi and Netflix movies. Disney plus etc is available for those with subscription.
The kitchen has a large fridge freezer, electric oven and hob, combined microwave/grill, a toaster and kettle, we have all the utensils, pans, serving dishes…etc that you would expect of a kitchen at home.
Both bedrooms have ample drawers and wardrobe hanging space for clothes and all beds have new quality mattresses with cotton bedding and linens, we also supply quality bath sheet towels and hand towels.
‘ThisOne’ has central heating radiators in all rooms to make it comfortable during the cooler evenings and ample on-demand electric hot water for showers etc.
The private enclosed patio deck is South facing and just perfect for chatting over a glass or two, enjoying the warm evening summer sun.
‘ThisOne’ is only a 4-5 minute walk from the main Hoburne building where you will have access to the indoor heated pool with flume slide, cafe, restaurant, sports bar, indoor and outdoor children’s play area, pool table, tennis court, football/basket ball area, crazy golf… fishing……children’s club…….evening entertainment ……….it just goes on !!…….the Hoburne Cotswold is a great place for a break….. it is our ‘little bolt hole’…..we think you will love it too.
Some of the Hoburne facilities requires Hoburne leisure passes, which for stays of 3 nights + I will include in the booking price and requires the registration of users names etc a minimum of 48 hours before use.
Located in Cirencester, this chalet is in a rural area and on a lake. Cotswolds and Neigh Bridge Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lakeside Ski & Wake and Combat Splat. Traveling with kids? Consider Royal British Legion Remembrance Garden and Cerney House Gardens.
Christchurch, Gloucestershire, Heart of England
From £330
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Comprising 120 cabins, surrounded by a maze of forest walks, trails and meadow, Forest of Dean holidays have something for everybody whether you're staying for weekend breaks or longer. The cabin accommodation includes Silver Birch, Golden Oak, and amazing Golden Oak Treehouses. At the heart of the location is the Forest Retreat, with a shop, café, and bar. Here you can also meet the Forest Ranger, book activities, and hire bikes. There is also a children’s play area!
The Forest of Dean is a timeless landscape of woodlands, rivers, hills and valleys, lending itself to outdoor pursuits from walking and hiking to canoeing and cycling. Take days out to discover enchanted woods, underground caves, craft centres, steam railways and cathedral cities.
The sensational, contemporary, architect designed Whitebeam Lodge sits peacefully on the edge of an idyllic lake within an exclusive, gated development in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, the development offers an incredible range of facilities and activities for the whole family amongst stunning landscapes, nine lakes, two rivers, lakeside trails and hundreds of acres of lush green space. The development is prestigious, upmarket and offers both supreme relaxation and adventure in equal measures. Aside from the wonderful water activities, one of the star attractions is the award winning spa. It boasts a sauna, steam room and three swimming pools, including indoor, outdoor and a bracing eco-pool naturally filtered by water lilies as well as gorgeous, luxurious well-being treatments. There is also a library, a ‘restful reading’ lounge, tennis courts, a fantastic children’s playground, restaurant, a Technogym and a shop. It is the perfect place for multi-generational holidays and meeting up with friends. It is no real surprise that many families book to come year after year. There really is something for everyone when staying at Whitebeam Lodge.
To make the most of the stunning lake views from the sensational living spaces, Whitebeam Lodge offers quirky upside down accommodation. With the rear elevation almost completely built with glass, the panoramic views are exceptional. Whitebeam Lodge boasts four excellent bedrooms, including a totally luxurious, spacious master. It sleeps eight guests in superb modern comfort and after a busy day taking part in the activities available, Whitebeam Lodge is a wonderful, luxurious base to return to. The ground floor is home to the master bedroom suite, another delightful double and a family bathroom. The lavish master suite contains a huge bedroom with a deluxe king-size bed and sliding doors to a lounge area with a lovely day bed and chairs. This can be used for an additional child or small adult on request. There is also a pristine en-suite bathroom. Doors open from the bedroom and lounge onto a lovely decked terrace with delightful rattan lounge furniture and stunning views of the lake which is just in front of you. The outlook is amazing and you will certainly enjoy your morning cup of coffee with this view.
The first floor living area is a total jaw-dropping wonder. The glass goes right into the apex. With its double height, the whole space is brilliantly illuminated creating a sensational sense of space. Superb sofas sit in the perfect position to enjoy both the panorama and the contemporary log burning stove on cooler evenings. Just behind, you can enjoy indoor dining with a view. The kitchen is magnificent with numerous cupboards, excellent appliances and a breakfast bar where guests can open a bottle of wine and keep the chef company. The living space looks like a perfect art gallery space, all in dazzling white. There are special colour accents, mostly in brilliant blue and just by the dining table there is a very striking piece of art. It all works beautifully. Outside on the terrace you can enjoy alfresco dining with a view. It is also the perfect spot for pre-dinner drinks or watching the sun rise over the lake and listening for birds. What bliss! Also on the first floor is the fun children’s bunk room.
On the second floor you will find a lovely double bedroom which enjoys charming sloping ceilings, a comfy double bed, en-suite shower room and views across the lake.
Whitebeam Lodge is a stunning, peaceful retreat, perfect for recharging the batteries, enjoying the nature, family time and the plentiful adventurous activities. Oliver’s Travels is privileged to feature numerous properties in this outstanding development, so why not invite your friends and family to join your holiday?
Whitebeam Lodge enjoys a very special lakeside location within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, guests enjoy many entertainment options within the development as well as being located on the doorstep of fabulous Cotswolds attractions. Villages and towns such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury and Lacock are all close by and the regency pleasures of Cheltenham and the Georgian glories of Bath are less than twenty miles away.
Bourton-on-the-Water, like most of the Cotswolds, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is the Venice of the Cotswolds with beautiful bridges crossing the River Windrush. Gorgeous cosy cafes line the pretty streets together with houses made with enchanting honey coloured Cotswold stone.
Stow-on-the-Wold is a delightful market town, the highest of the Cotswold towns exposed on the 800 feet high Stow Hill at the crossroads with the Roman Fosse Way. The town boasts a fascinating history. At the height of the Cotswold wool industry, it held annual fairs where as many as 20000 sheep were sold at one time. The Market Square is very attractive with its ancient cross, town stocks and an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops. You will find many fine antique shops, art galleries, gift and craft shops.
Tetbury is another historic wool town. It is an architectural gem with many of the wool merchant’s houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Parish Church of St Mary’s has one of the tallest and most elegant spires in the UK. Tetbury is popular for its independent shops including antique shops, vintage and interior shops, exclusive boutiques and the Highgrove shop. Tetbury holds many regular events including the May Day Wacky Races, the Spring Bank Holiday Woolsack Races when contestants carry 65lb woolsacks up and down the 1 in 4 hill, the August Summer Show, the September Food and Drink Festival, the October Tetbury Music Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-on.
Close by, visitors can enjoy the stunning botanical experience of the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, the glorious Elizabethan Chavenage House used for many famous films and TV series, the beautiful Arts and Crafts Manor at Rodmarton, the 13th century Lacock Abbey and HRH Prince of Wales’ stunning garden at Highgrove. Local equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials, Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing and Beaufort Polo are all popular.
Wildwood Manor holds a wonderful location nestled amongst beautiful Gloucestershire countryside, while only being a short distance from helpful amenities in the market towns of Dursley and Wotton-Under-Edge. The Cotswold region with its instantly recognisable chocolate-box villages is just waiting to be explored and is only a short car journey away from the house.
The Manor can comfortably accommodate up to eighteen guests across eight well-appointed bedrooms, making it the perfect choice for a family gathering or reunion! On the ground floor is the main entertaining space which comprises of drawing room, sitting room, formal dining room and a fully-equipped kitchen and breakfast room. The sunny garden room is the perfect place to retreat to for some peace and quiet with a good book and a cup of tea. The first of the bedrooms, a cosy double room can also be found on this level. Upstairs, on the first floor is the master bedroom complete with en-suite bathroom. Also on this level are four double bedrooms and a twin room as well as three family bathrooms. Upstairs, on the second floor is the final bedroom which makes an excellent family room complete with double bed and three single beds.
Set within ten acres of land there is plenty of space for the children to run around and play games. Wildwood boasts its very own all-weather tennis court, perfect for those guests who are in training for Wimbledon! Or for those who would rather just enjoy the strawberries and cream, the patio comes complete with dining facilities and makes the perfect spot to dine al fresco while enjoying the impressive views over the Severn Vale and distant Black Mountains.
Wildwood Manor is located in the village of Stinchcombe, close to the market towns of Dursley and Wotton-Under-Edge. It makes the perfect base for those wanting to enjoy the beautiful Gloucestershire countryside, with the popular Cotswold region just a short distance away. Cheltenham itself is just half an hour away, from here a range of near-by chocolate-box villages can be explored including Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold.
Resting peacefully on a stunning four acre estate in the heart of the Cotswolds, Wilfred Manor is an exceptional Grade I manor house, restored to the finest standard yet maintaining characterful nods to its incredible past. Located in Painswick, Gloucestershire, the home boasts stunning views of the Slad Valley and surrounding countryside. It is the perfect place for a memorable countryside break with total privacy, beauty, tranquility and wonderful access to entertainment including race days at Cheltenham, local gin tasting plus the delights of picturesque villages including Sheepscombe, Edge and Slad. The world famous Rococo Gardens and Gloucester Cathedral are also close by.
The history of Wilfred Manor is fascinating. The earliest recorded Lord of the Manor was Ernist in 1050 when Painswick was known as Wyke. Over centuries the Manor dominated local life and Pain FitzJohn, the Lord from 1121 to 1137, is thought to have given his name to the town, hence ‘Pain’s-wyke’. The original Manor was demolished in 1445 and rebuilt and was fully functioning as a court until 1831. The original stocks can be seen outside the gates. King Charles I stayed at the Manor prior to the Siege of Gloucester in 1743. Throughout this magnificent property, you will discover fabulous characterful rooms with enormous fireplaces, beams and vaulted ceilings, all nods to its intriguing past. Each of its sensational rooms offers stunning garden and landscape views, including the woods above Slad Valley and the famous church spire of Painswick.
Wilfred Manor is a sought after wedding venue with its excellent, extensive facilities and its amazing catering team. It is the perfect spot for multi-generational family gatherings, special celebrations and corporate events. The Manor offers many entertainment spaces, all of which offer luxurious furnishings and a fabulous atmosphere. The Great Room is the original Court Room. It boasts a stunning, large open fire, original wood panelled walls, sumptuous furnishings, beautiful draped curtains and a 55 inch television with Sky channels and a DVD player. The beautiful library enjoys original flooring, an enormous open fire and a plentiful supply of books. Guests can relax and unwind with views over the gardens. It is the perfect place for a quiet read of the Sunday newspapers! The spacious family room boasts a large 55 inch TV with Sky channels, a DVD player and a Bose sound system. With original flooring and beams and a roaring open fire, this is a perfect place for a chilled movie night! The exquisite dining room can seat 16 guests comfortably and boasts beautiful views over the garden. The large, stylish kitchen is very well equipped with oversize appliances, perfect for the chefs in your group. It offers a beautiful breakfast table and views of the garden. The Manor also enjoys a striking ‘restaurant’ room which is used only when the catering team have been requested. In addition, guests have use of the excellent snooker and games room. It offers a professional full size snooker table, many board games, a television with Bose speakers and a bar with a fridge, ice machine, sink and bar stools.
Wilfred Manor can comfortably accommodate up to twenty-two guests. The extraordinary bedroom suites have all recently been modernised and the bathrooms refurbished. The bedrooms each have their own unique names and style but are all as equally luxurious, a dreamy nights sleep is guaranteed! The eleven bedrooms are set across the three different levels, all either feature double, king or super-king beds and boast their own private shower or bathroom facilities.
The outside space is as equally impressive, the private 10m pool is both heated and covered, making it ideal for all weathers. The whole group are bound to enjoy making a splash in there! There are four acres of ground to explore, with plenty of room for games and multiple terraces designed with al fresco dining in mind.
For those looking to really relax, private dining with the in-house chef can be arranged and can cater to you and your family or friends. Whether you are looking for a seated three course menu, or a relaxed sofa night, we can cater your stay to suit your tastes and budget. Please enquire with our concierge team should you want any further information.
* Prices quoted in the rates tab are based on a self-catered stay. For a catered stay quoted please check the 'Extras' tab or contact the Oliver’s VIP Concierge Team (by clicking on the link in the blue Oliver’s Extras box above) who will be happy to help.
Wilfred Manor is located in gorgeous countryside in Painswick, Gloucestershire with easy access to all that the Cotswolds has to offer. It is located at the top of the Slad Valley with stunning panoramic views. Painswick is an historic wool town, known as ‘The Queen of the Cotwolds’. It is surrounded by some of Gloucestershire’s most wonderful countryside and features many gorgeous buildings built with the mellow Cotswold stone from the local quarry on Painswick Beacon. It sits halfway along the Cotswold Way National Trail with marvellous hikes all around. Painswick Beacon enjoys magnificent views across the Severn Valley to the Welsh mountains.
Within easy reach of Wilfred Manor, you will find the pretty villages of Sheepscombe, Edge and Slad, Barnwood Park and Arboretum, the Alney Island Nature Reserve and the cathedral city of Gloucester. Gloucester is nestled between the Cotwolds and the Forest of Dean. It boasts a history dating back to the Roman times and is home to many museums and attractions. Cheltenham is home to the famous Cheltenham Racecourse with its 16 days of racing each year. It offers unique festival vibes, a wonderful array of shops and restaurants, striking Regency architecture and a wonderful history.
Stroud, Gloucestershire, Heart of England
From £21568
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Wilfred Manor & The Country Stables holds a wonderful location, situated right in the hart of Painswick, a stunning Cotswold town. With beautiful views across the Slad Valley, to the east and plenty to explore in the town and beyond making the perfect setting for those in search of a countryside escape! Set between Stroud and Cheltenham, there is plenty of attractions in the surrounding area to keep the whole group entertained.
Wilfred Manor is a magnificent Grade 1 manor house which has been beautifully modernised in recent years while retaining all of its original charm and character. On the ground floor is the vast entertaining space, comprising of the Great Room, Family Room, Library and Dining Room as well as the fully-equipped kitchen and breakfast room, there is plenty of room for the whole group to socialise. Upstairs, there is even a games room complete with a full-size Snooker table and Bar, the ideal place for the adults to relax in the evenings. The Manor can comfortably sleep up to twenty-two guests across its eleven unique bedrooms, each beautifully appointed and boasting en-suite bathroom facilities.
Built within the grounds of Wilfred Manor, the Country Stables is a 3-bedroom self-contained property which has been newly renovated. With its own kitchen and dining facilities as well as a lovely lounge area with log burner, this is a cosy and charming property. Neighbouring the Stables. Making Wilfred Manor & The Country Stables perfect for multiple families holidaying together who wish to retain an element of privacy from the larger group.
The outside space is as equally impressive, the private 10m pool is both heated and covered, making it ideal for all weathers. The whole group are bound to enjoy making a splash in there! There are four acres of ground to explore, with plenty of room for games and multiple terraces designed with al fresco dining in mind. The Barn & Spa and Green Retreat share their own private garden area complete with a large hot tub and pergola.
For those looking to really relax, private dining with the in-house chef can be arranged and can cater to you and your family or friends. Whether you are looking for a seated three course menu, or a relaxed sofa night, we can cater your stay to suit your tastes and budget. Please enquire with our concierge team should you want any further information.
Wilfred Manor is located in gorgeous countryside in Painswick, Gloucestershire with easy access to all that the Cotswolds has to offer. It is located at the top of the Slad Valley with stunning panoramic views. Painswick is an historic wool town, known as ‘The Queen of the Cotwolds’. It is surrounded by some of Gloucestershire’s most wonderful countryside and features many gorgeous buildings built with the mellow Cotswold stone from the local quarry on Painswick Beacon. It sits halfway along the Cotswold Way National Trail with marvellous hikes all around. Painswick Beacon enjoys magnificent views across the Severn Valley to the Welsh mountains. Within easy reach of Wilfred Manor, you will find the pretty villages of Sheepscombe, Edge and Slad, Barnwood Park and Arboretum, the Alney Island Nature Reserve and the cathedral city of Gloucester. Gloucester is nestled between the Cotwolds and the Forest of Dean. It boasts a history dating back to the Roman times and is home to many museums and attractions. Cheltenham is home to the famous Cheltenham Racecourse with its 16 days of racing each year. It offers unique festival vibes, a wonderful array of shops and restaurants, striking Regency architecture and a wonderful history.
Stroud, Gloucestershire, Heart of England
From £21568
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Wilfred Manor & The Country Stables holds a wonderful location, situated right in the hart of Painswick, a stunning Cotswold town. With beautiful views across the Slad Valley, to the east and plenty to explore in the town and beyond making the perfect setting for those in search of a countryside escape! Set between Stroud and Cheltenham, there is plenty of attractions in the surrounding area to keep the whole group entertained.
Wilfred Manor is a magnificent Grade 1 manor house which has been beautifully modernised in recent years while retaining all of its original charm and character. On the ground floor is the vast entertaining space, comprising of the Great Room, Family Room, Library and Dining Room as well as the fully-equipped kitchen and breakfast room, there is plenty of room for the whole group to socialise. Upstairs, there is even a games room complete with a full-size Snooker table and Bar, the ideal place for the adults to relax in the evenings. The Manor can comfortably sleep up to twenty-two guests across its eleven unique bedrooms, each beautifully appointed and boasting en-suite bathroom facilities.
Built within the grounds of Wilfred Manor, the Country Stables is a 3-bedroom self-contained property which has been newly renovated. With its own kitchen and dining facilities as well as a lovely lounge area with log burner, this is a cosy and charming property. Neighbouring the Stables. Making Wilfred Manor & The Country Stables perfect for multiple families holidaying together who wish to retain an element of privacy from the larger group.
The outside space is as equally impressive, the private 10m pool is both heated and covered, making it ideal for all weathers. The whole group are bound to enjoy making a splash in there! There are four acres of ground to explore, with plenty of room for games and multiple terraces designed with al fresco dining in mind. The Barn & Spa and Green Retreat share their own private garden area complete with a large hot tub and pergola.
For those looking to really relax, private dining with the in-house chef can be arranged and can cater to you and your family or friends. Whether you are looking for a seated three course menu, or a relaxed sofa night, we can cater your stay to suit your tastes and budget. Please enquire with our concierge team should you want any further information.
Wilfred Manor is located in gorgeous countryside in Painswick, Gloucestershire with easy access to all that the Cotswolds has to offer. It is located at the top of the Slad Valley with stunning panoramic views. Painswick is an historic wool town, known as ‘The Queen of the Cotwolds’. It is surrounded by some of Gloucestershire’s most wonderful countryside and features many gorgeous buildings built with the mellow Cotswold stone from the local quarry on Painswick Beacon. It sits halfway along the Cotswold Way National Trail with marvellous hikes all around. Painswick Beacon enjoys magnificent views across the Severn Valley to the Welsh mountains. Within easy reach of Wilfred Manor, you will find the pretty villages of Sheepscombe, Edge and Slad, Barnwood Park and Arboretum, the Alney Island Nature Reserve and the cathedral city of Gloucester. Gloucester is nestled between the Cotwolds and the Forest of Dean. It boasts a history dating back to the Roman times and is home to many museums and attractions. Cheltenham is home to the famous Cheltenham Racecourse with its 16 days of racing each year. It offers unique festival vibes, a wonderful array of shops and restaurants, striking Regency architecture and a wonderful history.
Enjoying gorgeous contemporary design, vaulted ceilings to the stunning living space, a rear elevation made almost entirely of glass, a modern log burning stove for cooler evenings, lakeside decks complete with alfresco dining, a separate mezzanine lounge, three delightful bedrooms and fabulous lake views of Howells Mere, Wings is a wonderful base for a family or friends holiday. Wings is just a 5 minute wander from the on-site restaurant and award-winning spa.
This detached gem has been very well maintained and is furnished to a high standard. The accommodation is incredibly spacious and feels airy and bright with the glazed rear elevation. All three bedrooms are located on the ground floor. You will find a delightful twin at the front of the house and two fabulous king bedrooms enjoying immaculate en-suite bathrooms and access to the enclosed, furnished ground floor terrace. The twin has use of the pristine, contemporary family bathroom.
The first floor is home to the striking open plan living space which takes full advantage of the stunning views with its fully glazed rear elevation. This double height aspect with glass reaching the vaulted ceiling, illuminates this stunning room and creates a cavernous, airy space. Sumptuous sofas and chairs surround the modern wood burning stove, a lovely spot for family games or chatting about the day’s activities. You can dine with a view or pop out to the balcony to relax and enjoy the panoramic views of Howells Mere Lake. There is also a recently added, first floor balcony to the front of Wings to enjoy the late afternoon and evening sunshine. The kitchen offers dazzling white high-gloss cabinets, a Nespresso coffee and excellent appliances. Guests can pull up a stool and chat to the chef while they are busy preparing a meal. The first floor is also home to an office.
Stairs lead to the open mezzanine area which boasts extraordinary views through the apex windows. It is a wonderful spot to rest with the Sunday newspapers. The vaulted ceilings are a very attractive feature. There is an additional bathroom on this level.
Wings is part of a first-class development just south of Cirencester where you will find a perfect balance of blissful relaxation and exciting adventure. Within hundreds of acres of lush green space, you will discover nine beautiful lakes, two rivers including The Thames, beautiful picnic spots and miles of lakeside and river trails, suitable for hiking or biking. Guests can enjoy canoeing, kayaking and fishing, the luxury spa, the on-site restaurant, a Technogym, tennis courts, the library, the ‘restful reading’ lounge and the fabulous children’s playpark. The spa offers fantastic luxury treatments, a steam room, sauna and three gorgeous swimming pools, one of which is a bracing eco-pool naturally filtered by water lilies plus there is an indoor and outdoor pool. During peak holiday seasons, children can attend children’s clubs with a huge range of fun activities. On your doorstep, you can also enjoy the the delights of the Cotswolds. Charming villages, historic towns, gorgeous gardens and gourmet restaurants all await.
Wings enjoys a impressive lakeside position within a gated resort in the heart of the Cotswolds. Just south of Cirencester, guests enjoy many entertainment options within the development as well as being located on the doorstep of fabulous Cotswolds attractions. The Cotswolds boasts idyllic villages, historic towns, a rich heritage of country houses, stunning gardens, wildlife parks, arboretums and enchanting nature reserves. Popular visits are to Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Tetbury, Cirencester, Malmesbury and Lacock as well as the regency pleasures of Cheltenham and the Georgian glories of Bath which are less than twenty miles away.
Bourton-on-the-Water, like most of the Cotswolds, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is the Venice of the Cotswolds with beautiful bridges crossing the River Windrush. Gorgeous cosy cafes line the pretty streets together with houses made with enchanting honey coloured Cotswold stone.
Stow-on-the-Wold is a delightful market town, the highest of the Cotswold towns exposed on the 800 feet high Stow Hill at the crossroads with the Roman Fosse Way. The town boasts a fascinating history. At the height of the Cotswold wool industry, it held annual fairs where as many as 20000 sheep were sold at one time. The Market Square is very attractive with its ancient cross, town stocks and an elegant array of Cotswold town houses and shops. You will find many fine antique shops, art galleries, gift and craft shops.
Tetbury is another historic wool town. It is an architectural gem with many of the wool merchant’s houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th and 17th centuries. The Parish Church of St Mary’s has one of the tallest and most elegant spires in the UK. Tetbury is popular for its independent shops including antique shops, vintage and interior shops, exclusive boutiques and the Highgrove shop. Tetbury holds many regular events including the May Day Wacky Races, the Spring Bank Holiday Woolsack Races when contestants carry 65lb woolsacks up and down the 1 in 4 hill, the August Summer Show, the September Food and Drink Festival, the October Tetbury Music Festival and the Christmas Lights Switch-on.
Close by, visitors can enjoy the stunning botanical experience of the National Arboretum at Westonbirt, the glorious Elizabethan Chavenage House used for many famous films and TV series, the beautiful Arts and Crafts Manor at Rodmarton, the 13th century Lacock Abbey and HRH Prince of Wales’ stunning garden at Highgrove. Local equestrian events such as the Badminton Horse Trials, Gatcombe Festival of British Eventing and Beaufort Polo are all popular.
