£370 - £520

Sometimes known as 'the secret village in the Cotswolds', Blockley is a large village with the golden glow of local Ashlar stone, nestling in a fold of the Cotswold Hills mid-way between the market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden, a typical town of the affluent wool merchants of the 14th and 15th Centuries. In the heart of the Cotswolds, it is conveniently situated for Oxford, Cheltenham and Stratford-upon-Avon, and possesses a medieval parish church, a general stores/post office, two excellent village inns and a delightful coffee shop/delicatessan.

Broadclose, previously the village dairy, was converted in the early 1930's from a range of farm buildings, part of which now forms Broadclose Cottage. Well furnished & comfortable, the cottage is south facing and set in a delightfully quiet garden close to the village centre with views to the church and hills beyond. Fully gas centrally heated, the accommodation comprises, on the ground floor, large flagstone entrance hall, inner hall, well equipped kitchen / dining room including washer/drier, dishwasher etc, cloakroom, and cosy sitting room with a very effective gas 'open' fire. Upstairs, there are two good sized bedrooms - 1 double, 1 twin - and a luxurious family bathroom with large shower and separate corner bath. Man's Best Friend Welcome (Owners have elderly chocolate labrador next door) - but sorry, we do not accept smokers, or children under 6. Short Breaks welcome.

from £525

Set in the fine, unspoilt historic village of Alderley, La Vacherie commands spectacular views over this designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It has been sympathetically converted with stylish design skills and use of colour, and includes exposed stone walls and high ceilings to give a warm, yet spacious feel. It enjoys its own garden and use of the owners large and luxurious outdoor heated swimming pool with a view that is amazing.

La Vacherie - such a glamorous name, for this converted cowshed!! La Vacherie sleeping 6/8, is two barns converted into 1 truly decadent and fabulous experience. With breathtaking views over the rolling Cotswold Valley, it has a huge living space including well equipped kitchen, dining area with huge antique mahogany dining table, and sitting area with woodburning stove, original flagstone floor, comfortable sofas and high ceilings showing exposed timbers. There are two bedrooms (one double en-suite, one twin) - a further z-bed can be placed in the double room which, together with a sofa bed in the huge living area, makes it possible to accommodate 6/8 people.

£450 - £1500

English Tourism Council 5 Star

Dating back to 1700 this Grade II listed Barn Conversion stands in its own large garden, with stream flowing past, in the heart of the Cotswolds. With great walking, excellent pubs, restaurants and golf courses nearby, and convenient for Cheltenham, Cirencester, Oxford and Bath, it is perfect for exploring the Cotswolds, a family holiday or a get together with friends.  

Furnished to very high standard, it has a wealth of character features such as original beams, exposed walls and a cosy woodburning stove. The accommodation comprises large drawing room with comfortable sofas and woodburning stove, large dining room with oak refectory table to seat 8, fully fitted modern kitchen (including dishwasher), and four double bedrooms - most with exposed walls and beams, with easy access to the three bathrooms, each with bath and shower facilities. Outside, the secluded cottage garden is a great place for adults to relax and for children to play, and is equipped with garden furniture and BBQ. We offer weekly holidays or short breaks of either 2 night or 3 to 4 night duration.

£150 - £2240

Flagstone Farm has six delightful barn conversions set in an idyllic 12 acres of fields and woodland rich in wildlife. Each of the barns has been tastefully converted in order to retain as many original features as possible, such as exposed beams and stonework. The buildings are some of the best insulated in the Cotswolds and have many charming features. The overall standard of carpeting, curtains and other soft furnishings ensure a luxurious 5 star standard of comfort rarely found in holiday cottages. Available individually to sleep 2,6,8,12 or 14, in total the cottages can accommodate up to 48.

Web Site: www.cotswoldfarmhouse.com

£1789 - £4750

Located in the quiet, unspoilt village of Oakridge Lynch, between Stroud and Cirencester, in the Five Valleys region of the South Cotswolds, this cottage was once part of a silk mill, set in a pretty walled garden. The immediate area is great for walking, touring, or simply relaxing, with an excellent pub within walking distance. It is also very convenient for touring the Cotswolds and west of England generally, and close to racing, point to point, antiques centres, water sports, golf and riding.

The cottage has been stylishly decorated with a mixture of antiques and contemporary furnishings, which enhance all the original features such as exposed beams, log fires etc. It is however also equipped with all the modern luxuries - central heating, power showers, state-of-the-art kitchen etc. On the ground floor the accommodation comprises two sitting rooms, one with log fire, dining room with table seating 30, family room, study, fully equipped kitchen, cloakroom / utility room with loo, basin, washing machine, tumble dryer, and pantry with extra fridge and freezer. Also on the ground floor in the main section of the house are three double/twin bedrooms and one triple, with two further double / twin bedrooms in the extension. Upstairs there are 2 double bedrooms - one with ensuite bathroom, and a galleried bedroom with sofabed; also upstairs is the family bathroom with bath, power shower, loo and basin. Outside, the pretty walled garden includes a natural stream and pond as well as 2 patios and a small orchard; patio furniture and BBQ are provided.