Bracken Cottage

About this property

Located in the heart of the stunning historic village of Blockley, Bracken Cottage provides the perfect base for a couple, small family, or two friends who are seeking a relaxing break surrounded by the beautiful Cotswold countryside.

The dwelling dates back to the 19th century, and contains a wealth of character features, as you step inside, you are welcomed by the open-plan living space with wooden beams on its ceilings and a lovely Cotswold stone fireplace home to a woodburning stove, providing the perfect space for you and your loved one to curl up on the two-seater sofa and watch a film on the Smart TV before heading into the small, yet well-equipped kitchen to rustle up a delicious evening meal, with aid from the herbs picked in the herb garden outside, to be enjoyed at the convenient fold-away dining table.

Before heading to bed, have a relaxing soak amongst the bubbles in the bathroom before making your way to one of the two bedrooms; the second bedroom shares the first-floor with the bathroom and contains a king-size bed, whilst the master bedroom is accessed by steep stairs leading up to the eaves of the property where you can watch TV from the comfort of your king-size bed as your loved one enjoys a warming rinse in the walk-in rain shower in the en-suite.

Enjoy your morning coffee out in the lovely long garden, whilst enjoying far-reaching views of the surrounding countryside, surrounded by a variety of pretty flowers and creepers.

Get ready for a day out and start in picturesque village of Blockley where you can enjoy a variety of walks and cycle routes including The Monarch’s Way long distance walking trail which passes through the village and can be followed either north to Chipping Campden or up and over the ridge towards Moreton-in-Marsh, skirting the fringes of Batsford Arboretum, and finish off your day with a well-earned tipple and meal at The Great Western Arms pub.

At Bracken Cottage, you are close to the bustling market town of Stow-on-the-Wold where you can take a walk around the market square, which is the heart of the community and offers boutique shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants, as well as the Farmers’ Market which occurs every second Thursday of each month, featuring inviting local produce.

A perfect base for a perfect holiday, choose Bracken Cottage.

An ancient village once famous for its silk and corn mills, Blockley lies just 3 miles from Moreton-in-Marsh and features a unique collection of honey-coloured buildings with a pretty village green, two excellent pubs, serving hearty food and real ale, as well as a village store and café, serving dinner on a Friday night. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of the village, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way and the Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close by. Very close by, Moreton-in-Marsh boasts many elegant 18th century buildings and is home to traditional inns, tea rooms, restaurants and individual shops to suit all tastes. It also offers its 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. 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 lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is known as the Venice of the Cotswolds as the River Windrush runs through the centre. Also within reach is the spa town of Cheltenham, boasting an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, as well as being 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, making Blockley a great base for a Cotswolds holiday.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Two bedrooms: 2 x king-size (one second-floor with en-suite walk-in rain shower, hand-held shower, basin and WC).

Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove

Gas central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cafetiere, hairdryer.

2 x Smart TV’s, WiFi.

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

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Free public car park.

Patio and lawn garden with furniture, parasol, herb garden and charcoal barbecue (without coal).

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.3 miles