Benfield

About this property

Benfield is a classic Cotswolds cottage set in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire. Internally, it has been renovated but it still epitomises a country-style cottage with its exposed beams, cosy woodburning stove, flagstone flooring and original stone chimney breast. There is so much this property offers, with its cosy sitting room featuring stunning furniture and colourful sofas which invite you into the room. With an abundance of natural light coming from the large bay window. You can relax here after a long day with the benefits of the open fire to keep you warm. Step into the quaint modern kitchen with its white units and worktops, with a range of appliances to suit all your cooking needs. Upstairs has three bedrooms situated over two floors: two double and one twin with stunning hardwood flooring and wooden furniture, enforcing that country feel. With a lovely conservatory come garden room which acts as a quiet space where you can relax and enjoy the views or sit and get lost in a good book. There is roadside parking available near the property. Stow-on-the-Wold offers wonderful attractions including Abbotswood, a country house which is Grade II listed and houses a range of medieval items with tons of history to discover. With a luxury landscaped garden designed by Sir Edward Lutyens in the early twentieth century. Benfield is the ultimate country cottage for family holidays.

The highest town in the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises olde worlde England. 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. The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, this is a traditional fair for people to meet up and trade which dates back to 1476 when its Charter was granted; Stow is very busy for a day or two before and after each fair, and a number of shops, pubs and restaurants are closed. The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antique shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of Stow, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close to the town. Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' as the River Windrush runs through the centre, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are all within easy reach and make a great day out. Cheltenham (20 miles away) is, architecturally, the most complete regency town in England. A spa town with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse-racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. At other times of year, it is host to literature, jazz, classical music, science and food and drink festivals. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called 'The City of Dreaming Spires’ has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also within easy reach, making Stow-on-the-Wold an ideal base.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Four bedrooms: 1 x first floor master bedroom with double bed, 1 x first floor twin, 2 x second floor double bedroom.

Ground floor cloakroom with WC.

First floor bathroom with slipper bath, handheld shower, washbasin and WC.

Second floor shower room with shower, washbasin and WC.

Kitchen/dining area.

Living room.

Conservatory with day bed.

Utility.

Heating with woodburner.

AGA with 2 hotplates, 3 ovens, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.

Cafetiere for coffee making.

All supplies in the well stocked pantry are available for use.

TV, DVD, WiFi, iPod Dock.

Fuel, starter pack for woodburner and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Roadside parking, loading and unloading available outside the property.

Two pets welcome at a charge of £25 per pet per stay.

Pets are not allowed on soft furnishings or upstairs.

Plenty of supplies are available for your four legged friends.

There is only a very small courtyard at Benfield, however there are plenty of good walks in the area.

Cot and highchair available.

Shop and pub 0.1 miles.

Note: This property requires a refundable Good House Keeping Bond of £200.

Note: Benfield is located on Sheep Street which runs through the heart of Stow on the Wold; some guests may be aware of the traffic noise, which is to be expected in a bustling market town.

Note: Second floor double bed can only be accessed from one side.note - the cottage has quite steep steps in places, if you have limited mobility, please get in touch if you want more information.