The Old School House

About this property

Nestled in the picturesque countryside setting of Lower Swell, and offering sleeping arrangements for 12 guests, The Old School House makes for the perfect family or group holiday.

The Old School House has been thoughtfully renovated and dates back to 1869, where it was originally built for the school mistress. It holds many character features which have been graciously complimented by contemporary decor and amenities.

Upon arrival at The Old School House, you and your guests can park up to five cars on the driveway and make your way to the door at the rear of the house which opens directly into the spacious and bright open kitchen/dining room which is the heart of the house and is the perfect space for socializing. A handy utility room is located adjacent to the kitchen.

Moving through the ground floor you will find the sitting room which boasts a warming wood burning stove in a large fireplace, and offers a homely place for you and your loved ones to relax and catch up

The layout of the upstairs is unique and quirky; the bedrooms are accessed via two different staircases. A door from the dining room leads you to the staircase to the first floor where you will find two characterful bedrooms and a shower room. Both bedrooms benefit from inviting double beds and one contains a convenient additional single bed, perfect for families.

Moving back downstairs and into the sitting room, a second staircase leads you to the other first floor where you will find the stylish master double bedroom and a bathroom containing an ornate roll-top bath and ornamental fireplace. From the landing on this floor, you will be taken up a third staircase and onto the second floor where you will find two further double bedrooms, one accessed by the other and with the addition of a single bed.

You are spoilt for choice at The Old School House!

Once you’ve rested for the evening, make your way downstairs and cook up a hearty breakfast in the well-equipped kitchen. When the weather is kind, enjoy some time in the enclosed garden, which has a lovely patio area overlooking the church in Stow-on-the-Wold and features seating for eight and a barbecue. The lawn area has pretty flower beds and shrubs and provides the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee.

One-mile from The Old School House you will find yourself in market town Stow-on-the-Wold, where there are many amenities to enjoy. The market square is the heart of the community and offers boutique shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants, as well as the Farmers’ Market which every second Thursday of each month, featuring inviting local produce. As one of the highest Cotswold towns, Stow-on-the-Wold features many cycle routes and picturesque country walks, boasting beautiful rural views.

Further afield you will find Bourton-on-the-Water which is a village straddling the River Windrush, it’s known for its low bridges and traditional stone houses. Make a visit to Birdland which is home to over 500 species of birds including parrots, owls and king penguins, plus life-size model dinosaurs, or discover a miniature replica of the Cotswold-stone village at The Model Village.

Choose The Old School House for your next country getaway with your dear ones.

Cheltenham is a town in Gloucestershire and lies beneath Cleeve Hill, the highest point in the Cotswolds and above the vale of the River Severn. It is known as 'The Western Gateway to the Cotswolds'. This edge-of-the Cotswolds spa town is hard to beat for refined elegance and Regency terraces, annual festivals, Ladies' College and racecourse. Also fortnightly farmers markets, classy shops and restaurants all surrounded by glorious countryside. The town is home to the renowned Cheltenham Festival, 4 days of horse jump racing culminating in the Gold Cup, held annually in March at Cheltenham Racecourse. It's also known for Regency buildings, including the Pittville Pump Room, a remnant of Cheltenham’s past as a spa town. There's fine art at The Wilson museum, and the Victorian Everyman Theatre has an ornate auditorium.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Five bedrooms: 2 x first floor double (accessed via different staircases), 1 x first floor double with single bed, 1 x second floor double, 1 x second floor double with single bed.

1 x first floor bathroom with roll-top bath, basin and WC, 1 x first floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen with dining area.

Utility.

Sitting room with wood burning stove

Gas central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freesat and home cinema system, 2 x iPod docks, WiFi, telephone.

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

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

2 x high chairs and cots available.

Off-road parking for 5 cars.

Patio and lawn garden with furniture seating 8 and barbecue.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 1 mile, pub 4 min walk