whitminster house self-catering cottages
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Whitminster House Self-Catering Cottages
sleeps 2-12 (58 in total)
Contact Mrs Anita Teesdale Tel/answerphone/fax 01452 740204E-mail [email protected] Website www.whitminsterhousecottages.co.uk
On a small English country estate, in theSevern Vale on the edge of theCotswolds. Seven cottages and aspacious apartment in the West Wing ofthe Manor House.
See our website for full property details,booking conditions and rates pages.
www.whitminsterhousecottages.co.uk
RECEPTIONS & FUNCTIONS – Whitminster House is a Grade II* Country Manor House with fine rooms and spacious lawns for a marquee – parties from 50 to 250+.
WEDDINGS – see separate pages on our website – the Church is steps up from the House
■ Sleep 2 - 12■ Cottages can be variously combined
for groups of 18 to 52 - 58 max■ All are very well equipped to make
your holiday easy and enjoyable■ 3 miles M5 Junction 13, within easy
reach of many interests & activities
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www.cotswoldholiday.comE-mail [email protected] Tel 01386 858147
Let us find the perfect holiday home, whether it be a cosyCotswold cottage for two in a pretty village or a largerperiod property for a holiday with family and friends.
Our cottages
are all personally
inspected and
most offer
short breaks
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Frampton on Severn Tanhouse Farm Cottages
6 + cot
Contact Caroline Williams Tel/fax 01452 741072E-mail [email protected] Website www.tanhouse-farm.co.uk
Only a few minutes’ walk from the banks of the Severn Estuary andthe Gloucester-Sharpness Canal, these cottages are set in apicturesque village that boasts the longest village green in England.
Old Stable Cottage (sleeps 4+cot) set behind a mediaevaltythe barn has a wealth of exposed beams and is sumptuouslyfurnished with traditional oak furniture. The cottage has an open-plan kitchen/dining area, bathroom, lounge, master bedroom withfour-poster bed and 1 twin bedroom. The fully enclosed backgarden has BBQ and furniture.
Kaowen (sleeps 8+cot) is a magnificent, beautifully furnishednew oak framed house with large garden, 2 double bedrooms, 2twin rooms, one en suite bathroom, family bathroom, cloakroom,kitchen with Aga, lounge with wood burner and dining room.
The Malthouse (sleeps 6+cot) has its own private drive andcourtyard. It has been stunningly converted and architecturallydesigned to preserve many original features. The Malthouse has avast open-plan lounge, dining area and fully equipped kitchen, aswell as a private entertainment suite with 42” plasma TV andcinema sound. Master bedroom with gargantuan sleigh bed, twinbedroom with en suite shower room, study with fully sprung doublesofa bed, bathroom with double slipper bath and large shower. TheMalthouse, with quality furnishings throughout will surpass yourwildest dreams.
Prices from £305-£950 per week Autumn/winter breaks from £75 per night
The Malthouse
Old Stable Cottage
Malthousesleeps 4 + cot Old Stable
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Great Witcombe, nr GloucesterWitcombe Park Holiday Cottages
Start Box sleeps 2 Jaffa Cottage sleeps 5 Peats Cottage sleeps 4Contact Witcombe Farm Tel 01452 863591
Jaffa from £200 - £340Peats from £170 - £290Start Box £135 - £220
These lovely properties are well situated adjacent to parklandin an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. They form part of a400-year-old private farm estate and have been modernisedto the best possible standards.
The three cottages have been converted from a granarybarn and are superbly furnished. Each has a sitting room withopen fire and dining area, well-equipped kitchen, bathroom,electric heating, TV, CD and DVD player, and garden withfurniture. All linen, towels, electricity, logs and heating areincluded. Cots and highchairs are available on request.
■ Fish on our well-stockedreservoirs
■ Limited stabling for your ownhorse or rent one from nearbystables
■ Cotswold Way runs through theestate
■ Golf & watersports a short drive
■ Cheltenham 6 miles,Cirencester 12 miles
Weekend breaks
and long-term stays
by arrangement
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BrimpsfieldBRIMPSFIELD
FARM
(West Wing)
sleeps 4 + cotContact Mrs V Partridge Tel 01452 863568
Brimpsfield is a small hill village in an excellent walking and touring area, well placed to explore thebeautiful Cotswold countryside with its busy market towns and pretty villages.
The accommodation comprises a spacious, modern, self-contained wing, well-equipped andcomfortable, adjoining the owners’ old farmhouse. Hallway, kitchen/dining room on the ground floor.Large lounge, two bedrooms with vanity units and shaving points – and also the bathroom – are onthe first floor.
Use of shared laundry room, washing machine, tumble drier, sink etc. Cot and high chair, alsosome aids for the disabled – raised toilet seat, bath stool etc – available on request. Prices includedfull central heating and bed linen. Towels supplied for overseas visitors. Electricity meter for cookingand supplementary heating. Use of double garage. Regret, no pets.
Low £200High £300
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■ 40 mins from M4 (J15), 20 mins from M5 (J11A or J13),4.5 miles from Stroud mainline station
■ Network of public footpaths in the Toadsmoor Valley &surrounding countryside
■ Village shop with freshly baked bread, post office & pubwith good food
■ Close to villages of Bisley, Oakridge, France Lynch &Slad, all with pubs and good food
■ Within easy reach of Stroud, Nailsworth, Painswick,Cirencester, Badminton, Gatcombe, Cheltenham & Bath
Five Valleys Cottages Toadsmoor Valley
sleep 2, 3, 4/5
Contact Mrs Muriel Brooks Tel 0845 123 5400 (day) 01452 770346 (eve)E-mail [email protected] Website www.FiveValleysCottages.co.uk
Ten miles west of Cirencester, Stroud is at the centre of the Five Valleys and at the edge of theCotswolds. Here, the steeply wooded valleys wind their way back into the limestone of the Cotswoldescarpment, providing unexpected views and woodland walks. The familiar Cotswold landscape ofstone walls, rolling farmland and villages of golden stone gives way to the exhilarating high commonsof Minchinhampton, Rodborough and Selsley, with views across the Severn to the Forest of Dean andthe Welsh mountains beyond, while the valleys hide lakes and beech woods. Not surprising that thisis known as the ‘undiscovered Cotswolds’.
Five self-catering cottages in and around the pretty Cotswold village of Eastcombe, overlooking theToadsmoor Valley.
Two Pillars & Eileen’s Cottage sleep 2 £210 - £295The Coach House sleeps 3 £230 - £325Woodlands & Saddle Room sleep 4/5 £280 - £475
Winter weekends and short breaks available – all prices include
electricity, gas, linen and towels
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■ Beautiful walks from the cottage■ All the attractions of the Cotswolds close at hand■ Parking for 2 cars■ Sunny garden
Horsley Valley, The Cotswolds The Coach House
sleeps 2 + 2
Contact Mrs Stella Knight Tel 01453 832265 Fax 01453 832865E-mail [email protected] Website www.cotswoldholidaycottage.co.uk
This lovingly converted Grade II listed 17th Century coachhouse is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Itstands in magnificent countryside overlooking the HorsleyValley. Although in a quiet location, the house is only sixminutes’ walk from the historic town of Nailsworth and only30 mins’ drive from Cheltenham, Gloucester and Bath.
The cottage has an open plan sitting, dining and kitchenarea with a beamed ceiling; the fully fitted kitchen areaincludes dishwasher, washing machine, fridge and freezer.Upstairs there is one large bedroom with a 6ft bed (can bedivided to make two singles) with an en suite luxurybathroom.
From the bedroom a French door leads to a secluded,south facing garden with a terrace for relaxing andbarbecues. Plenty of off street parking.
From £295 - £395 per weekShort breaks (3/4 or 5 nights)
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Nr Miserden, GloucestershireSudgrove Cottages
sleep 6, 4 & 4
2-bedroom cottages £240-£3303-bedroom cottage £265-£430
Carter’s starts FridayYew Tree & Bishop’s start Saturday
Set in a peaceful hamlet on a ridge between two unspoilt valleysin the heart of the Cotswolds, Sudgrove is the ideal place to relaxand unwind. Our three stone cottages, each with its own garden,are well furnished and equipped to ensure your comfort. YewTree sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms and has oak beams and alog-burning stove. Carter’s and Bishop’s are a pair of Victoriancottages with original features, each sleeping 4 in 2 bedrooms.
Footpaths radiating from Sudgrove lead through valleys, woods and pastureland to many picturesque villages, while the Cotswolds, Severn Vale, Forest of Dean and beyond await exploration. A warm welcome awaits you all year round at Sudgrove.
■ Local pub, village store and postoffice within half mile
■ Local walking and horse riding■ Golf, gliding and watersports within
20-minute drive■ Bedlinen and towels provided■ Children and 1 pet welcome
Contact Martin and Carol Ractliffe Tel 01285 821322E-mail [email protected] Website www.sudgrovecottages.co.uk
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Sheepscombe, Stroud Longridge Meend Cottage
sleeps 2Contact Richard Cound Tel 01452 813225 E-mail [email protected]
Set in the heart of the glorious Cotswolds, Longridge Meendoccupies a spectacular position with stunning views acrossthe beautiful Slad valley. This exceptional property is theideal location from which to explore the Heart of England.
The apartment has been thoughtfully planned to make areal home-from-home while taking full advantage of thewonderful position. Downstairs there is a large doublebedroom with adjacent bathroom, and on the first floor akitchenette and small dining area; sitting room with openrafters and a balcony overlooking the magnificent view.
■ Set in gardens, orchard, paddockand woodland
■ Painswick, Sheepscombe and Sladall within 2 miles
■ Excellent local pubs with good food■ Ideal for birdwatchers, walkers,
cyclists■ 3 golf clubs and 2 gliding clubs
within 10 miles
Low Oct - Apr £275High May - Sep £295Weekend breaks £175Mid-week break £150
Centralheating
and linenincluded
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■ Riding at Cerney Wick and Siddington■ Dry slope skiing at Gloucester■ Golf and racquets at Cirencester■ Sailing and fishing at the Cotswold Water Park■ Badminton and Gatcombe horse trials nearby■ Shops 2 miles, 2 pubs less than a mile■ Baby sitting and maid service available■ Price includes electricity, bed linen & towels■ Winter short breaks available
Near Cirencester Glebe Farm
sleeps 4 & 6
Contact Polly & Nick Handover Tel 01285 659226 Fax 01285 642622E-mail [email protected]
Five very high standard and spacious barn conversions in the centreof the Cotswolds, 2 miles from Cirencester, an hour from Stratford,Bath and Oxford. Located in the grounds of the owner’s house in apeaceful, rural area, they are beautifully furnished with antiques andpine, and imaginatively converted to make the most of the fine roofstructures, old beams and exposed stone walls.
All are equipped to a very high standard, each with TV, fridge,microwave and night storage heating. Shared utilities are a washingmachine, tumble drier, a freezer and pay phone. There is also a largepatio, shared BBQ and ample parking.
The Dairy is a lovely conversion with a first floor open plan kitchen,dining and sitting room with a wood burning stove (logs provided), abalcony and two bedrooms (1 double, 1 twin). The Milking Parlourhas 3 bedrooms (1 double en-suite and 2 twins sharing a secondbathroom) and has its own patio and BBQ facilities. Calf Pens has 3bedrooms, Granary 1 has 1 bedroom and Granary 2 has 2 bedrooms.
Low
£150 - £250
Mid
£170 - £350
High
£220 - £450
Peak
£250 - £490
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■ Splendid views & an abundance of wildlife■ 4.5 miles from Cirencester■ Within easy reach of Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon,
Oxford■ Golf courses nearby■ Children welcome■ Ample parking
Poole Keynes, nr Cirencester Old Mill Cottages
sleeps 2-7 + cot
Contact Gordon & Catherine Hazell Tel 01285 821255 Fax 01285 821531E-mail [email protected] Website www.oldmillcottages.co.uk
These attractive Cotswold stone barn conversions are set in atranquil rural area on the banks of the Thames on a workingarable, sheep and beef farm.
The 4 cottages, which are surrounded by 100 acres offarmland, retain much of their original character – includingexposed beams, stone walls and pillars – while offering everymodern comfort. They are all furnished to a high standard withfitted carpets, double glazing and full central heating. There isa separate laundry room, plus large grassed areas with picnictables and portable barbecues. There are pubs within walkingdistance offering excellent home-cooked food.
Prices from £205-£750
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■ Small garden areas to front andrear with patio
■ Close to Slimbridge Wildfowl Trust
■ Cotswold Way within half a mile
■ Bath and Cheltenham, Bristol andCirencester all within a 25 mile radius
Upper Cam, Gloucestershire Two Springbank
sleeps 4 + cot
Contact Lionel & Freda Jones Tel 01453 543047E-mail [email protected]
Pleasantly situated near the village church, Two Springbank is awell equipped mid-terrace cottage with gardens and patio.Footpaths through fields at the rear lead to Cam Peak on theCotswold Way with glorious views over Severn Vale. An ideal baseto visit all Gloucestershire’s attractions.
The comfortable accommodation includes 2 bedrooms (1double, 1 twin); bathroom with bath and shower over; fully fittedkitchen; dining area with stove; sitting room with TV/video andelectric fire; night storage and water heaters; utility with auto-washing machine. Price includes electricity, linen and towels. Alsocot and high-chair if required. Parking is in village road by cottage.Off-peak short breaks accepted. Sorry! No pets or smoking.
Prices from £186-£267 per weekincludes electricity, all towels & bed linen
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■ Ideal base for walkingwith footpaths, fields& nature reserves
■ Many local pubs withinwalking distance
■ Close to the mediaevaltown of Tewkesbury,Regency Cheltenham& Gloucester
■ 5 miles from M5
Lower Apperley Cooks Green Cottage
sleeps 5
Contact Mrs Su Attard Tel 01452 780665E-mail [email protected] Website www.cooksgreencottage.com
Cooks Green Cottage is set in rural Lower Apperley in the Severn Vale,surrounded by beautiful open countryside. It is within the ancientparish of Deerhurst, which is home to the oldest Saxon church inEngland and the Anglo-Saxon Odda’s Chapel.
The cottage comprises a combined sitting room and diner withParkray coal fire; fully equipped kitchen with electric cooker,microwave, fridge, table and chairs; separate utility area with washingmachine. Ground floor bathroom with bath and overhead shower and3 bedrooms (2 double, 1 single). There is a large enclosed garden andoff road parking. TV with video, gas central heating, instant hot water.Bed linen and towels. Travel cot available. Well behaved pets welcome.
Prices from £250 - £490
Nine 5 star self-catering houses set in 5 acres of gardens.Each house is equipped down to a needle and thread.Facilities include two indoor heated swimming pools (both12m x 6m) with Jacuzzis, gardens, play area and two storeyheated children’s play house. The gardens and orchard areextensive and away from the road, enabling children to play insafety and without disturbing other guests. Parking is availableoutside each house. Bredon village and Bredon Hill are just ashort walk away. Colour brochure and price list available -contact us or visit our web site: www.moretons-soutar.co.uk
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■ 2008 is our 35th year of operation■ Prices include gas, electricity, bed
linen & towels ■ Two heated indoor swimming pools■ Two storey children’s play house■ Flexible arrival & departure dates ■ Within easy reach of Cheltenham,
Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford
Contact Karen Webb Tel 01684 772294 Fax 01684 772262E-mail [email protected] Website www.moretons-soutar.co.uk
Low season from £330 - £1,155 per week
Mid season from £470 - £1,580 per week
High season from £495 - £1,690 per week
Low and mid season short breaks available
Bredon, Cotswolds The Moretons Vacation Houses
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■ Ideal for visiting Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester,Cheltenham & Gloucester
■ Close to Forest of Dean & Malvern Hills■ Good variety of inns & restaurants within easy
walking distance■ Electricity included■ Free on street parking + free permit for nearby
car park■ Sorry – no pets
Tewkesbury 9 Mill Bank
sleeps 3
Contact Bill Hunt Tel/fax 01684 276190E-mail [email protected] Website www.tewkesbury-cottage.co.uk
This beautiful 16th century cottage lies alongside the River Avon,near to the abbey, in one of Gloucestershire’s most picturesque,mediaeval settings. It is close to the heart of the town and a widerange of facilities and attractions.
Completely refurbished, the cottage retains many original featuresand offers outstanding, uninterrupted views over the Severn Ham tothe Malvern Hills. The ideal place to relax, it includes a lounge withsofabed and kitchenette, and steep stairs leading to the doublebedroom with half-bath and a door leading to toilet with hand basin.
Prices from £250-£350 per weekNightly/weekend bookings available
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Bourton-on-the-Water Magnolia Cottage Apartment
sleeps 4
■ Local attractions Motor Museum,Perfumery, Model Village.Restaurant & pubs easy 3 mins’ walk
■ Bedlinen, electricity & gas included■ Walks & rambles from the doorstep■ Leisure centre/indoor swimming pool
4-minutes’ walk■ NEW! 2 more cottage apartments
sleep 2/6■ Look on web or phone for offers
Located just off the centre of beautiful Bourton onthe Water, Magnolia Cottage is a first floorapartment carefully converted to give acomfortable, traditional atmosphere. Thefurnishings are in keeping with the cottage style ofthe apartment and your comfort is assured withfull central heating and double-glazed Veluxskylights which ensure everywhere is light and airy.
The apartment includes a lounge, acomprehensively-equipped kitchen/diner with TV,video and telephone, 2 twin bedrooms and abathroom. Also included is use of our local videoclub membership. Private parking for one car isavailable in the courtyard and a second can beaccommodated by arrangement. We regret weare unable to accept children under 10, and pets.
Contact Janice & Michael Cotterill Tel 01451 821841E-mail [email protected] Website www.cottageguide.co.uk/magnolia
Low £295Mid £385High £425
Short breaks
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■ Inglenook fireplace/Aga■ Ideal for house parties &
family get-togethers■ Panoramic views■ Outdoor swimming pool■ Catering available
Woodend Farm Nr Tewkesbury
sleeps up to 18
Contact PN Workman Tel 01684 299749E-mail [email protected] Website www.woodendfarm.info
Woodend Farm is a Grade II listed farmhouse datingback to the 16th century. It is set in 12 acres ofgarden and ancient orchards. Accommodationsleeps up to 18 with 5 bath/shower rooms, some ensuite. All electricity, heating and firewood areincluded, and everything will be ready for amemorable week, weekend… or whatever! If youhave a pianist in the party we even have aBroadwood Grand in one of the sitting rooms.
Prices from £1,216for a weekend break
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■ Winter weekends/short breaks from £135■ Electricity, heating and logs included■ Bed linen and towels included■ Welcome pack includes first evening’s meal■ Optional extras: special celebration dinners,
dinner delivery and ‘We Cater’ services■ Friday (Monday) changeover
Elkstone, Cotswolds The Grannery at High Beech
sleeps 2
Contact Lois Eyre Tel 01242 870375E-mail [email protected] Website www.cottageguide.co.uk/grannery
Self-contained wing of a country house dating from1840, high in the beautiful Cotswolds between historicCirencester and Regency Cheltenham. This is a spaciousyet cosy and relaxing retreat for two, offering a doublebedroom and 25ft double-aspect living/dining room withlog-burning stove and colour TV.
There is a well-equipped kitchen (with electric cooker,fridge, microwave and radio) and a shower room withpower shower. The Grannery is furnished in homelycountry style, with rugs, pine and antiques; radiators heatevery room. Outside is a small private patio garden withfurniture.
Owned by keen walkers, the Grannery offers manygood walks from the doorstep, and an extensive selectionof guide and walks books and O.S. maps is provided.
Further afield, Bath, Blenheim, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon are all within a drive of 60-75 minutes.£198-£324 pw
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sleeps 2-4 + cot
Contact Mr B Plummer Tel 01327 361599 E-mail [email protected]
Prices from £250 - £450
Donnington is an idyllic Cotswold hamlet, beautifully set inglorious countryside in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beautyand within a conservation region. Totally unspoilt and peaceful,Donnington retains the charm of English village life and is onlyone mile from the famous market town of Stow-on-the-Wold.
Woodbine Cottage is Grade II listed, built of local stone, witha traditional stone-tiled roof. Parts of the cottage date from the17th century, the rest from the 19th. Situated down a quietlane, the cottage is a cosy hideaway, with exposed beams andan open log fire. It has a pretty, fully enclosed garden to the rearwith roses, honeysuckle and herbs. The beautifully furnishedand superbly equipped accommodation includes 2 bedrooms (1double, 1 twin), lounge/diner, washing machine/drier, TV/video,CD player, dishwasher and double oven.
■ Electricity, heating,bedlinen, towels & 1basket of logs included
■ Cot + highchairavailable on request
■ Short breaks in lowseason
■ Children welcome■ Close to all major attractions■ Excellent pub nearby
Donnington, nr Stow-on-the-Wold Woodbine Cottage
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■ Set in the beautiful Colne Valley■ Overlooks lake■ Easy driving distance to Cheltenham,
Bourton-on-the-Water & Oxford■ Heating & electricity included■ Garden with furniture
Fossebridge Lakeside House
sleeps up to 9
Contact Robert Jenkins Tel 01285 720721 Fax 01285 720793E-mail [email protected]
Lakeside House is situated in the grounds of thehistoric Fossebridge Inn and overlooks a 2-acrelake.
The house, which is furnished with periodfurniture for a homely atmosphere, is completelydetached from the inn and has a private gardenand parking. It comprises 4 bedrooms (3 double,1 with 4 single beds), large kitchen/dining room,very spacious living room with satellite TV & CDplayer, and a modern, well-equipped kitchen.One bedroom has an en suite shower and WC,with the other bedrooms sharing a bathroom.
Prices from£785-£1,080 per week
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Chipping Campden/Broadway - CotswoldsCampden Cottages
sleeps 2-6 + cot
Contact Sheila Rolland Tel 01386 593315E-mail [email protected] Website www.campdencottages.co.uk
Choose from a wide range of character cottages which are very well equipped and maintained. Pricesinclude all fuel, linen and towels and welcome tea tray with home made cake and fresh flowers. Brochure available.
Prices from £235 - £880 per weekexcluding Xmas & New Year
■ 20 Privately owned, individuallysituated self-catering cottages
■ Small locally based agency givingyou personal attention
■ 4 star accommodation■ Designated Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty■ Ideally situated for Hidcote
Gardens, Stratford, Warwick,Blenheim, Oxford
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Nr Chipping Campden, CotswoldsBroad Marston Manor
sleeps up to 20+
Contact Kate & Elizabeth Smalley Tel 01789 720252E-mail [email protected] Website www.great-occasions.co.uk
An historic manor house of mellow Cotswold stone datingback to the reign of Henry III and set in semi-formal gardensand extensive grounds.
Specialising in weekend house parties for families andfriends wishing to relax in style. Accommodation includes 10bedrooms – 6 en suite. 6 double (including 4 poster), 2 twin,2 single. 4 extra en suites available. Dining room seats 30.Well-equipped kitchen (dishwasher, double fridge, freezer,microwave). Sitting room with inglenook fireplace for log fire,Freeview TV/DVD.
Mid-week break £1,495Weekend break £2,295
■ Sleeps up to 28■ Jacuzzi■ Ideal for corporate bookings/team
building etc■ Catering available by arrangement■ Birmingham airport 45 mins,
Stratford-upon-Avon 15 mins■ Coach House, sleeps 8/10, en
suite, available by arrangement
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■ ETC 4 or 5-star■ Short or long breaks usually
available all year■ Flexible start days for all lets■ Romantic luxury for couples■ Ample safe car parking■ No smokers or pets
Swerford, nr Chipping NortonHeath Farm Holiday Cottages
5 cottages sleep 2-4
Contact David & Nena Barbour Tel 01608 683270 Fax 01608 683222E-mail [email protected] Website www.heathfarm.com
Five beautiful award-winning handcrafted stone cottagesconverted from old farm buildings for discerning non-smokers.Stunning paved courtyard with water garden. Extensive use oflocal hardwoods in purpose-made furniture and fittings.Wonderful views over unspoilt Cotswolds countryside. All thisset in 70 acres of woodland and wildflower meadows with thefreedom to walk where you will.
Oxford, Stratford, Warwick Castle, Blenheim Palace and allCotswolds attractions within easy reach. Electricity, centralheating, firewood for open fires, linen and towels all included.Exclusive, unusual, luxurious – spoil yourself!
Low from £265 - £464High from £364 - £609
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■ Waddesdon Manor■ Blenheim Palace■ Hughendon Manor■ Cotswold Wildlife Park
Thame The Hollies
sleeps 6-7
Contact Julia Tanner Tel 01844 281423E-mail [email protected] Website www.theholliesthame.co.uk
A beautifully situated luxury bungalow with prettysecluded gardens. Inside, the house is fresh andimmaculate throughout. Stripped mahogany floorsand antique furniture add elegance to thecomfortable lounge which features an attractive castiron canopy gas fire. Three double bedrooms (ensuite shower) and one single bedroom. Bathroomplus additional WC. Modern fully fitted Frenchkitchen with self cleaning cooker, microwave,dishwasher, split level hob, fridge and freezer. Utilityroom with washing machine and tumble drier. Bedlinen is provided along with bath towels and TV, videoand all the comforts of home.
The bungalow is conveniently situated for Oxford,the M40 and trains to London and Birmingham, andis just five minutes’ walk from the centre of Thame.
New for 2007! The Barn, Tetsworth, near Thame.This lovely old country building, sleeping 3-4, hasbeen transformed into a great home for yourenjoyment. Contact for prices and availability.
LowOct-Mar £380
MidEas, Apr,
May, Jun £425
HighJul, Aug,
Sep £475
■ WaterperryGardens
■ The Chilterns■ Clevedon House
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■ A moment’s drive from the lovelyCotswolds
■ Blenheim Palace and many NTproperties nearby
■ Many historic towns to visit –Banbury, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick etc
■ Just a short walk to the village pub■ Easy to find – we are just off the
A423■ Short breaks available
Mollington, nr Banbury Anita’s Holiday Cottages
sleeps 2, 2, 8
Contact Anita Gail Tel 01295 750731 Mobile 07966 171959E-mail [email protected] Website www.ukparks.co.uk/mollington
We are situated about 4 miles north of Banbury in NorthOxfordshire, on the outskirts of the sleepy village of Mollington.
The cottages are converted barns of the highest standard,tastefully furnished with comfort in mind. There are en suitebedrooms, fully fitted kitchens – in fact everything needed for arelaxing home-from-home break.
The Stables, Shippon and Byre are part of a small workingfarm. We specialise in pedigree Suffolk sheep which we enjoyshowing at major shows, and for a hobby we breed Welshmountain ponies which we also show.
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■ 10-min walk to historic market townof Thame
■ Numerous walks on farm ■ 2 large ponds with ducks, koi carp &
lots of wildlife■ Cycle path from Thame to Princes
Risborough■ 4 golf courses within a 10-mile radius■ Sports centre nearby
Moreton, nr ThameMeadowbrook Farm Cottages
sleep 2, 4 & 6/7
Contact Mrs Diana Wynn Tel 01844 212 116E-mail [email protected] Website www.meadowbrookfarm.co.uk
Come and stay in our spacious, luxury cottages,comfortably furnished and full of originalcharacter features such as exposed beams.
We have four superbly equipped properties,each with private garden and ample parking, allset in a peaceful hamlet in an Area ofOutstanding Natural Beauty. Fields surround thecottages so there is no passing traffic.
We are close to Thame, a historic market townwith many places to eat to suit all tastes, andthere are lots of good pubs in the surroundingvillages. Prices from £250 - £620
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Heart of the Country HolidaysLong Ground Barn
Nr Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Banbury & The Cotswolds
sleeps 6
Look at our website www.HeartoftheCountryHolidays.co.uk or for further details contactCarolyn Gasson Tel 01926 641829 E-mail [email protected]
Situated 3/4 mile from the road on a working farm, this recently converted barn,with traditional features, has stunning views from Edgehill to the Cotswolds.
The 3 en suite bedrooms and open-plan kitchen/diner/sitting room providequality accommodation with linen, towels and services included. The property iswheelchair friendly with a mobility M2 rating and has ample parking.
With access to a large network of footpaths and bridleways, an abundance ofwildlife and only 15 minutes from Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Banbury andthe Cotswolds, this cottage has something to offer everyone.
Prices from£395 - £695
per week
Long weekends /midweek breaks
available
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■ A peaceful place to stay in the countryside■ Electricity, CH, linen & towels included■ Children over 10 welcome■ Suitable for the elderly■ Wheel chair access■ Stratford-upon-Avon 7 miles, Warwick Castle
10 miles
Shipston-on-Stour Garden & Distillers Cottage
sleep 2 & 4-6
Contact Liz Vernon-Miller Tel 01608 682357 Fax 01608 682856E-mail [email protected] Website www.blackwellgrange.co.uk
Our 2 cottages are on Blackwell Grange, a working farmwith rare breeds on the northern edge of the Cotswolds.Here you have complete freedom to come and go, riseand retire, dine in or out. We are surrounded by anextensive network of footpaths and bridleways so you canexplore on foot or by horse – or drive: these are still quietcountry lanes. Or you may simply want to relax in thegarden or summerhouse and take in the surroundingrustic scenery. There are some very good restaurants andpubs in nearby villages.
Garden Cottage (sleeps 4-6) is set over 2 floors andincludes a chairlift for those who have difficulty with thestairs. Single-storey Distillers Cottage (sleeps 2) is alsodisabled-friendly.
Please contact us for availability and prices
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■ Relax in beautiful, tranquilcountryside
■ Easily accessible from M5 &M50
■ Tour the attractions ofWorcestershire &Gloucestershire
■ Linen and towels provided■ Electricity & full oil-fired
central heating■ Free onsite parking
Upper Strensham The Parlour
sleeps 3
Contact Mandy Davenport Tel 01684 293685E-mail [email protected] Website www.parlour-cottage.co.uk
Tucked away in the rural village of Upper Strensham, The Parlour is a newly converted former milkingparlour in the grounds of Home Farm. Only 4 miles from Upton upon Severn, Tewkesbury and Pershoreon the Worcestershire/Gloucestershire border, it makes an ideal place to relax amidst beautifulcountryside.
With original beams and exposed brickwork, the unique character of this building adds to theenjoyment of your stay. Accommodation includes a fully equipped farmhouse-style kitchen whichopens directly onto the lounge/dining area with wooden flooring, wood burner and TV/DVD, abathroom and 1 bedroom with a double and single bed.
Prices from £230-£360 per week. Short breaks available
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Sedgeberrow, Evesham Hall Farm Cottages
sleeps 2, 4, 5 & 6
Contact Rebecca Barclay Tel 01386 881243E-mail [email protected] Website www.hallfarmcottages.net
Converted from Victorian barns at the foot of the Cotswolds, Hall FarmCottages have been sympathetically modernised, yet maintain a wealthof original features and character. The cottages are set in lawnedgardens in the pleasant village of Sedgeberrow, in the Heart ofEngland, overlooking the green fields of the surrounding countryside.Relaxing in the garden, walking along the river, sightseeing in theCotswolds, visiting stately homes or the home of Shakespeare aresome of the many activities on offer in this lovely area.
Each of the 7 cottages is fully equipped to a high standard and includes washer/drier anddishwasher. The owner and manager live close by, providing a warm welcome to all visitors.
From £250 - £750 per week
■ Heated outdoor swimming pool ■ Linen and towels supplied■ Children are extremely welcome■ Cots/highchairs etc available on request■ Large garden with tables/chairs and play
equipment■ Tea and home-made scones on arrival!■ TV, DVD/CD, video■ Ample off street parking
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■ Not far from M1 junction 18, close to oldmarket town of Daventry
■ Leamington, Stratford-upon-Avon & Warwicknearby
■ Northampton only 10 miles■ Leicester, Coventry, Birmingham, Cambridge,
Oxford & London all in easy reach■ Magnificent stately homes, beautiful
churches and miles of waterways in ruralNorthamptonshire
■ Motor racing at several internationalracetracks in the county
Long Buckby, nr Daventry Meadowview Cottages
sleeps 5 + cot
Contact Judith Jelley Tel 01327 842205 E-mail [email protected]
Meadowview Cottages offer you the chance to experience life on a working farm, walk through the meadows and fish in ourprivate lakes.
The Granary, built of Northamptonshire sandstone andfeaturing original oak beams, is a two-storey cottage. The CoachHouse is single storey and built from Tudor brick, with a wood-burning stove – we will provide all the wood you need to makeyour cottage warm and cosy.
Both cottages have two bedrooms with the master bedroomhaving en suite facilities. They have oil-fired central heating andare fully equipped. Heating, lighting, towels and bed linen areincluded in the price. Safe children’s play area.
Prices £180 to £450
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Stoke Bruerne 3 Canalside
sleeps 4 + cot
Contact Trevor Morley Tel 01604 862107 Fax 01604 864098Website www.stokebruerneboats.co.uk
Prices from £240 - £415 Short breaks available
■ Unique village location■ Probably the best example of a canalside village■ Pets welcome, good walking■ Close to Silverstone and Towcester Racecourse■ Bed linen and electricity included■ Family-run pub across the water
Formerly a millworker’s cottage, 3 Canalside was builtabout 160 years ago. It stands in an unrivalled position inthe centre of the picturesque village of Stoke Bruerne,overlooking the Grand Union Canal and the locks. Notraffic other than the colourful narrowboats on their waythrough the flight of seven locks will pass your door. Theone and three quarter mile long Blisworth Tunnel is fiveminutes’ walk away.
The cottage provides, on four levels, comfortableaccommodation for four in a property of enormouscharacter. Well situated for visiting many nearby statelyhomes. Available all year round.
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■ Historic MeltonMowbray is famous forpork pies & stiltoncheese
■ Brand new onsiterestaurant
■ Ample parking■ High chairs & cots
available■ Belvoir Castle, Twin
Lakes Adventure Park,Rutland Water all nearby
Melton Mowbray Eye Kettleby Lake Lodges
sleeps 2-8 each
Contact Lizzy Lomas Tel 01664 565900E-mail [email protected] Website www.eyekettlebylakes.com
Established for over 10 years, Eye Kettleby Lakes are set in 150 acres of peaceful surroundings in theheart of the Leicestershire countryside, on the outskirts of Melton Mowbray. Our coarse fishing lakes offera wide variety of good quality fish, providing excellent fishing for all types of angler.
New in June 2006, our eight luxury holiday lodges are made from solid 8 inch round logs to give thattrue authentic feel. They have excellent access to their own private lake, with good views of the localcountryside. The lodges have been built and furnished to a very high specification. Features include fullyfitted and equipped kitchen, spacious open plan kitchen and lounge, TV/DVD/CD/radio, patio furniture,private outdoor hot tub and BBQ. Each lodge has a double bedroom, some with four poster bed, and ensuite and a twin room with separate bathroom. All bed linen and towels provided. Sofa bed for additionalguests if required.
£300-£590 Minibreaks from £210
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Sherwood Castle Holiday Forest
E-mail [email protected] Tel 0870 333 2000 Website www.sherwoodcastle.co.ukRufford Lane, Rufford, Newark, Notts NG22 9DG
Sherwood Castle Holiday Forest makes a perfectchoice for a relaxing holiday right in the heart ofbeautiful Robin Hood Country. Different styles ofdetached pine lodges sleep from 2-8 persons, all setwithin 40 acres of private woodland. Each lodge is fullyfurnished and has either a rustic log burning stove orfull central heating, whilst some have 4-poster beds ora spa! Beds are made up allowing you to unwind andenjoy your holiday from the moment you arrive. ■ All lodges now with DVDs & Freeview ■ Open all year for short breaks & longer holidays ■ Wide range of prices, starting at £200 per
week in low season
FacilitiesIndoor Sports Centre includes:■ Heated indoor swimming pool & spa■ Badminton*■ Basketball■ Table tennis*■ Air hockey*■ Tennis*■ Play areas (1-5s & 3-12s)■ Pool table*■ Sweet & gift shop
Outdoors:■ Adventure play area (3-12s)■ 5-a-side football■ Animal corner■ 4-hole pitch & putt*■ Archery* (tuition available)■ Crazy golf*■ Nature trail■ Robin Hood movie props collection■ Equipment available for hire*
* Charges apply
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■ Close to Sherwood Forest & itsnumerous attractions
■ Many National Trust propertiesnearby
■ Explore the local area onhorseback or by foot, car or bicycle
■ DIY stabling at adjacent BroomhillGrange
■ Village shops 2 miles■ Bedlinen, towels, electricity &
heating included
Edwinstowe, Mansfield Crow Hollow Cottage
sleeps up to 6
Contact Mrs Helen Proctor Tel 01636 677847E-mail [email protected] Website www.crowhollow.co.uk
Holidays with horsesThis detached, recently refurbished farm cottage stands inits own hedged gardens in a secluded location with amplespace for cars and horse boxes. One of its key attractions isDIY stabling at adjacent Broomhill Grange, which providesguests with a unique opportunity to discover SherwoodForest on horseback. Sherwood Forest Visitors Centre isopen 7 days a week. With 6 golf courses within a 10 mileradius and cycle trails, coarse fishing and many localhistorical attractions nearby, it offers a perfect holiday base.
The fully centrally heated house has a newly-fitted, well-equipped kitchen, dining area, lounge with TV/video, 3bedrooms with washbasins (1 double, 2 twin) and a mainbathroom. For those wanting a rest from slaving over a hotstove, there are several excellent restaurants and pubsnearby.
Prices from £350-£550 per week£30 per horse, includes stable
& use of field
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■ Ideal base for exploringPeak District
■ Quiet location■ Near to Alton Towers &
Chatsworth House ■ Carsington Water close by■ Electricity, heating, linen
& towels provided■ Pets welcome
Aldwark Ivy Cottage
sleeps 4 + cot
Contact Mrs Tricia Potter Tel 01629 823018E-mail [email protected]
This charming country cottage is situated in the hamlet of Aldwark, just off the High Peak Trail,making it an ideal location for walking and cycling. There are spacious gardens with splendidviews and off-road parking.
The accommodation has 2 bedrooms – 1 main double, 1 with adult-size bunk beds in thegallery bedroom – lounge with beamed ceiling and wood-burning stove, TV/video and CDplayer. The kitchen is fitted with hob, oven, microwave and fridge-freezer. The utility room haswashing and drying facilities. There is outdoor garden furniture and barbecue.
Prices from
£200 - £400
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7 sleeps 2 - 8Tel 01629 732428 E-mail [email protected] Website www.pinelodgeholidays.co.uk
Our luxurious Pinelodges are set in 44 acres of stunning woodland in the beautiful Derbyshirecountryside, the perfect base from which to explore the Peak District. The park boasts a superbleisure centre with indoor heated swimming pool, gym, spa, sauna, steam room and beautytherapy treatments. The Forester’s Inn serves excellent home-cooked food and takeaways. A handyshop, wine store and launderette are also provided. Cycle hire is available from reception.
The Pinelodges sleep from 2 to 8 in generous living space with modern facilities. Furnished tothe highest standards they are fully equipped with crockery, linen and towels. Each has a verandahwith garden furniture. Satellite TV, DVD player, CD player, dishwasher and microwave oven areprovided in all lodges. Open all year, short breaks available. Pets are welcome in some lodges,please check when booking.
■ Luxury pinelodges, sleeping 2-8■ Indoor heated swimming pool■ Woodland location■ Tennis, mini-golf, indoor games
room, adventure play area■ Close to Chatsworth House,
Haddon Hall, walking & cycling■ ETC **** self-catering/David
Bellamy Gold Award
Elvaston sleeps 2 £310 - £500
Riber sleeps 4 £310 - £820
Peveril sleeps 6 £380 - £1020
Hartington sleeps 8 £480 - £1190
Near Matlock Darwin Forest Country Park
Short breaksavailable allyear at 70%
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Nr Matlock Roystone Grange
sleeps up to 12 + cot
Contact Steve & Sue Mavin Tel 01335 390382E-mail [email protected] Website www.roystonegrange.co.uk
Roystone Grange is ideal if you’re looking for a privatelocation, full of character and charm, where you canspend some time away from the stresses and strainsof everyday life. Located midway between the scenicDales towns of Ashbourne and Bakewell, 4 miles eastof Dovedale, it is set in its own peaceful valley in thePeak National Park.
It comprises 2 Grade II-listed properties – TheGrange and The Old Farmhouse – both of which aresuperbly comfortable and well equipped with facilitiessuch as home cinema DVD surround-sound systems,en suite bathrooms and oil-fired central heating. Theymake perfect accommodation for groups of friends orfamilies holidaying together.
■ Central location makes it ideal for touringthe Peak District
■ Suitable for groups & families■ Wealth of activities locally – walking,
cycling, climbing, fishing etc■ Easy access to High Peak Trail■ Duvets, linen and towels provided■ Cot & high chair available
The Grange £604-£975The Old Farmhouse £338-£546
Short breaks available
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Nr Matlock Hilltop Cottage
sleeps up to 4
Contact Nicola Tel 01908 314780E-mail [email protected]
Enjoy a luxurious, comfortable and cosybreak at Hilltop Cottage with its roaring logfire and beamed ceilings. This 300-year-old, stone-built, Grade II listed property inMiddleton by Wirksworth is set in thebeautiful Derbyshire Dales.
The cottage is well equipped andprovides facilities for families or parties ofup to four people. Many opportunities toexplore the stunning scenery, statelyhomes and country walks. This romanticsetting also offers the time and space torelax and unwind in a peaceful and tranquillocation.
Contact for ratesand availability
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■ Indoor heated swimming pool■ Cottages can be booked together ■ Excellent walks ■ All cottages have TV/video/radio/
cassette player, dishwasher,washer/drier, garden furniture, BBQ
■ Cot and high chair available■ 4 to 5 star■ Linen/towels provided■ Central heating included■ Electricity by meter
Near Matlock, Peak District Mooredge Farm Cottages
(For Knabhall and Stayley)
Tel 01629 583701/583980 E-mail [email protected] http://[email protected]
These three farm cottages, in Britain’s oldest National Park, are located in a quiet country lane andhave panoramic views of the surrounding area with Riber Castle sitting on the horizon. The cottages,originally farm buildings dating back some 200 years, are well equipped and comfortable.
Whitelee Cottage has a hall, lounge/dining area (seating 10), kitchen, 2 bedrooms (1 double, 1twin) and bathroom. A folding bed is available. Knabhall Cottage has a kitchen, lounge/dining areaand 3 bedrooms. One bedroom, on the ground floor with an en suite bathroom, has been adapted tosuit people with mobility problems. The other 2 bedrooms are upstairs (1 double, 1 twin bedded).Stayley Cottage has a lounge/dining area, kitchen, 3 ground floor bedrooms (2 with en suite showerrooms) and a main bathroom; upstairs there is a galleried landing and 4th bedroom.
Whitelee £270 - £525
Knabhall £310 - £595
Stayley £420 - £880
Short breaks at 70%
An extra night FREEmidweek on a short
break
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Ashford-in-the-Water Sunnylea
sleeps 4+cot
Contact Mrs Di Furniss Tel 01629 815285E-mail [email protected] Website www.sunnyleacottage.co.uk
This turn-of-the-century cottage has original exposed beams, and fabrics and furnishings thatreflect its charm. From the large garden there are beautiful views over the countryside, and it’sonly a short stroll to watch the village cricket or walk along the banks of the River Wye.
Sunnylea offers pleasant, comfortable accommodation maintained by the owner and includes2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 twin), bathroom/shower, lounge and well-equipped kitchen/diner.Facilities include TV/video/DVD/CD and washer/drier.
■ Perfect for enjoyingPeak District NationalPark
■ Within easy reach ofmany places ofinterest incl HaddonHall, ChatsworthHouse & Blue JohnCaves
■ Bakewell marketevery Monday
■ Lots of activities forchildren
■ 2 pubs with goodfood within 150 yards
■ Linen & heating incl
Prices per weekLow £250High £440
3 daysLow £190High £330
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Bakewell Bakewell Holidays
sleep 4 - 6
Contact Charles & Christine Kirkman Tel 01246 583399E-mail [email protected] Website www.bakewellholidays.com
Three cottages extremely well located for Bakewell and Peak District attractions. All cottages have realcharacter, car parking, full central heating, linen and a welcome pack included.
Anne Cottage, Bakewell. 17th Century cottage, 500 yds from centre with parking, infuses old-worldcharm. Fully fitted dining/kitchen, comfortable lounge and small courtyard. Separate stairs to doublebedroom with spacious en suite bathroom and twin with en suite shower room.
Butts Cottage, Bakewell. Georgian cottage sleeps 4, 300 yds from centre on quiet lane withparking. Fully fitted kitchen, cosy lounge, double bedroom, twin bedroom and large bathroom withseparate shower.
Toms Cottage, Baslow. 18th Century Georgian cottage with beamed ceilings and gas stove, sleeps6 with car parking, 500 yds from Chatsworth Estate. Fully fitted kitchen, cosy lounge, beautiful doublebedroom with en suite shower, family bathroom, and two 2nd story twin bedrooms.
Prices from £290 per weekShort breaks available, 3/4 nights from
£200 (not peak times)
■ Central town and village locations■ Close to Chatsworth, Haddon Hall and
Alton Towers■ Superb sightseeing and walking
locations■ Pubs and restaurants on doorstep■ Well behaved dogs welcome
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Nr Bakewell Bolehill Farm Cottages
4 cottages sleep 2, 3 cottages sleep 4, 1 cottage sleeps 5
Contact Shirley or Chris Swaap Tel 01629 812359E-mail [email protected] Website www.bolehillfarm.co.uk
This charming collection of 8 stone cottages, sleeping from2-5, is situated in a superb rural location in the heart of thePeak District National Park, only two miles from Bakewell.Set around a courtyard, they have been created from thetasteful conversion of traditional farm buildings anddecorated, furnished and equipped to a high standardpreserving the character of the original properties.
All cottages have oil central heating. A number are singlestorey, so suitable for the less mobile, and many have fineviews of the countryside. There are walks from the door andChatsworth House and Haddon Hall are nearby, with townssuch as Buxton and Ashbourne within easy reach. Pets arewelcome. Leisure area. Open all year. Brochure.
■ Near Bakewell■ Heating, electricity & bed
linen included■ Short breaks available■ Ample parking■ Grounds of 20 acres■ Internet access point in all
cottages
Low £155 - £290High £330 - £625
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Each cottage sleeps 12 (+2) +2 cots
Contact Pat and Chris Walker Tel 01335 344795 Fax 01335 348358E-mail [email protected] Website www.offcotegrange.com www.hillsidecroft.co.uk
Hillside Croft is a luxury oak beamed cottage, dated 1709, setin six acres of private gardens and pastureland close toCarsington Water. Five bedrooms, one of which is en suite.Master Victorian bathroom with bath and shower; three WCs.Fully equipped luxury farmhouse kitchen. Separate lounge anddining rooms with log burning stoves. TV, video, DVD, CD player.
Billy’s Bothy is a beautiful converted red brick farm buildingwith five double bedrooms, all en suite. A well equippedgalleried farmhouse kitchen adjoining large dining room is aculinary delight. Exceptional lounge with log burning stove anddoors opening onto patio and lovely views over fields.Relaxation/cinema room, sauna with en suite shower room.
Both cottages are Grade II listed buildings of character, havingprivate gardens, patios, car parking and beautiful views. Full oilcentral heating, electricity and linen included. Pamperingpackages available.
From £1200 - £1995 per week
■ Luxury character cottagessleeping 10-14 plus cots
■ Close to Peak District,Alton Towers, Chatsworth House
■ Beautiful countryside forwalking
■ Private secure landscaped gardens■ Special requirements catered for■ Off peak short breaks available
Ashbourne Offcote Grange Cottage Holidays
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Ashbourne The Old Laundry,Sturston Hall
sleeps 4+2 + cot
Contact Patti Cust Tel 01335 346711 or 07971 886337E-mail [email protected] Website www.sturston.com
The Old Laundry at Sturston Hall is situated in asecluded valley 1 mile from Ashbourne and has easyaccess to many walks, close to Chatsworth and otherDerbyshire country houses. Five-star accommodation ina Grade II-listed barn, once the laundry for SturstonHall, a 17th century country house.
The Old Laundry has retained many original features,including beamed ceilings, oak doors and latches.Entrance through a pretty conservatory, ideal room tohave breakfast while enjoying views down valley toAshbourne. A spacious, fully equipped, live-in kitchenwith an Aga and quarry-tiled floor. Ground floor twinbedroom, bathroom with bath and shower. Upstairssitting room with log-burner. Large bedroom with ensuite bathroom, king-size wrought-iron sleigh bed.Central heating, cast iron radiators, country antiquefurniture. Dogs by arrangement. A very special place tostay. Wireless internet.
Contact for prices & availability
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■ Luxury cottages■ Four poster beds■ Close to Alton Towers
& Peak District■ Great area to walk
& explore■ ETC 4 star self-catering■ Large children’s play
area
Alstonefield, Ashbourne, Peak District Paddock House Farm Holiday Cottages
5 cottages sleeping from 2 - 34 + cots
Tel 01335 310282 Mobile 07977 569618E-mail [email protected] Website www.paddockhousefarm.co.uk
All our cottages are situated around a pretty courtyard with the most amazingviews of the open countryside. Set at the foot of Ecton and Wetton Hill. Withwalks from the doorstep. Ideal location to explore the famous Peak DistrictNational Park. Near to the major attractions – Alton Towers, ChatsworthHouse, Dovedale – just to name a few. The cottages are all recentlyrefurbished and offer excellent quality accommodation. All cottages are veryspacious with all the modern requirements – TV, DVD, satellite and video.
Elm 1 bedroom sleeps 2+2 £200 - £450
Hazel 2 bedroom sleeps 4+2 £250 - £505
Oak 3 bedroom sleeps 5+2 £295 - £700
Beech 3 bedroom sleeps 6+2 £295 - £700
Ash 3 bedroom sleeps 6+2 £295 - £700
Open all yearShort breaks available
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Matlock Woodlands Cottage
sleeps 8
Tel 01629 732428 E-mail [email protected] www.pinelodgeholidays/darwin_woodlands.ihtml See website for prices & availability
Woodlands Cottage is a 4-bedroomed (2 double, 2 twin), single-storey cottage with private garden. There are 2 bathrooms and alight, airy lounge with patio doors to the garden, a separate diningroom and a well-equipped kitchen. Central heating, electricity, linenand towels are included. Private outdoor spa.
The cottage is situated in a superb rural location, close to tourist attractions such as Chatsworth House,Haddon Hall, and the market towns of Bakewell and Matlock. Ideal for walking and cycling in the beautiful PeakDistrict National Park.
As the cottage is sited within Darwin Forest Country Park, guests have full use of its facilities, including leisurecentre with indoor swimming pool, gym and spa (see our entry for Darwin Forest Country Park for full details).
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■ Sports available in the area include tennis,fishing and bowls
■ Three good riding and trekking stables within amile or so
■ Several local golf courses, fishing and canoeingin the Derwent
■ Fully equipped family Sports Centre at Belperjust 2 miles away
■ Four great pubs within half a mile■ Baby-sitting service by arrangement
Milford, Derwent Valley Ebenezer Chapel
sleeps 20/22
Contact Mrs Wayne Tel 01332 840564 Fax 01773 825573E-mail [email protected] Website www.derbyshire-holidays.com
The Ebenezer Chapel is one of those rare character propertiesthat can accommodate the really large family party (up to 22guests!) with ease: there’s a 38ft beamed and galleried lounge,a Finnish sauna-suite, fully-equipped kitchen, 8 bedrooms, 4bathrooms and some en suite facilities – and an upper extralounge that children will love, overlooking the River Derwent.
The fine stone chapel has been skilfully converted, retainingmuch of the original character and charm, with exposed beams,some original pews, marble plaques, chapel doors, and with theold pulpit in the balconied lower lounge!
There is a small raised lawned garden with ramp access, andpicnic tables and barbecue, and a further two acres of steepwoodland for the use of nimble guests, full of bluebells inSpring, which offers picnic spots, paths and wildwood areas.
£855-£1,595 Short breaks £595-£650
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8 sleeps 5, 7, 12, 13
Contact: Mrs MA Richardson Tel 01538 308202 Fax 01538 308243E-mail [email protected] Website www.throwleyhallfarm.co.uk
Four spacious farmhouse/cottages, ideal for big groups or large families. All have central heating or storageheaters, with superb scenery and walking right on the doorstep. Alton Towers and other attractions are only ashort drive away.Latham Hall sleeps 12 in 4 bedrooms (1 double en suite, 1 double with 2 single beds & cot, 2 doubles withan extra single bed each). Two sitting rooms (both with TV) and dining kitchen with cooker, microwave, fridge,freezer and dishwasher. Shower/toilet downstairs, bath/toilet upstairs, BBQ and garden furniture.Throwley Moor Farm sleeps 13 in 4 bedrooms (1 double en suite, 1 double with extra single bed, 1 doublewith 2 extra single beds, 1 with 4 singles). There is a large fully-equipped dining kitchen, a lounge/games room,sitting room plus large bathroom with separate shower room and WC.Throwley Cottage sleeps 7 in 3 bedrooms (1 double, 1 double with an extra single bed, 1 twin). Dining kitchen,lounge (with TV and studio couch), bathroom/WC plus separate shower/WC. Cot and high chair included.Plus newly renovated River Lodge sleeps 5 in 2 bedrooms (1 double, plus 1 room with either 3 single or 1king size + single bed). Fully equipped dining kitchen, lounge, upstairs bathroom and downstairs WC andshower room.
■ Ideal for the Peak District – great walkingcountry
■ Dovedale and Manifold Valley close by■ Open fires■ Linen included
Ashbourne Throwley Moor Farm
Call for ratesand
availability
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Draycott in the Clay, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Granary Court
sleeps 24 in 10 bedrooms
Contact Tel 01283 820917 E-mail [email protected] Website www.granarycourt.co.uk
■ Accommodation for larger groups orfamily parties
■ Peak District & Staffordshire Moorswithin 30 mins’ drive
■ Mediaeval castle and glass factory(see glass blowing and cutting) atnearby Tutbury
■ Sudbury Hall (National Trust) 3 miles ■ Alton Towers only 20 mins’ drive ■ Uttoxeter with its racecourse and golf
course is nearby
Located on the STAFFORDSHIRE and DERBYSHIRE Borders, GranaryCourt offers superb accommodation in a beautifully converted 18thCentury grain store and barn. Well placed for many attractionsincluding National Trust properties and Theme Parks. Each spaciousapartment offers 2 bedrooms, a large lounge with feature fireplace,fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower and central heating.
Outside, there is an extensive lawn with brick built BBQ and gardenfurniture as well as a separate Games Room with pool table. Ample offstreet parking for 20 vehicles. The GARDEN ROOM is a light andspacious conservatory ideal for family PARTIES or reunions. Electricityand bed linen are included in the price. Total Party Packages includingmarquee, entertainment and catering are available on request.
GREAT FOR GROUPS
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Tel 01335 300000 E-mail [email protected] Website www.pinelodgeholidays.co.uk
Our luxurious pinelodges are set in the former grounds of Sandybrook Hall, an elegant 19thcentury manor house. With open views across surrounding countryside, Sandybrook is theideal location for exploring the Peak District and visiting Alton Towers
The park features a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, spa, games rooms and anoutdoor play area for the children. The listed Coach House has been lovingly restored toinclude an excellent restaurant and bar.
The pinelodges provide generous living space. Each has a verandah with garden furnitureand is furnished to the highest standards. Linen and towels are provided. Satellite TV, DVDplayer, CD player, dishwasher and microwave oven are provided in all lodges.
Open all year, short breaks available year round.
■ Luxury pinelodges, sleeping 2-8■ Indoor heated swimming pool■ Coach House bar and restaurant■ Games rooms and outdoor play
area■ Close to Alton Towers, Dovedale,
cycling and walking■ ETC **** Self-catering
Elvaston sleeps 2 £300 - £520
Riber sleeps 4 £290 - £750
Peveril sleeps 6 £350 - £900
Hartington sleeps 8 £450 - £1095
Ashbourne Sandybrook Country Park
Short breaksavailable
all year at 70%
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Hope Valley Callow Barn
Contact Christine Wilkinson Tel 01962 734692 E-mail [email protected] Website www.callowbarn.co.uk
sleeps 8 + cot
Callow Barn is situated in a perfect setting overlooking thevillage of Hathersage and has magnificent views of theHope Valley. Hathersage offers excellent shopping facilities,restaurants, pubs and a heated outdoor swimming pool.There are many tourist attractions nearby, such asChatsworth House, Haddon Hall and the Blue John minesat Castleton.
The 19th century barns were converted to create aluxurious home combining modern and traditional features.The spacious, centrally heated accommodation includes alarge well-equipped farmhouse kitchen with modernRayburn for heating and cooking,utility room with laundry facilities,dining hall, lounge with wood-burning stove and Sky TV, 1downstairs single bedroom next tocloakroom, 2 king-size en suitebedrooms, 1 double bedroom and1 single bedroom, both near familybathroom. Large private gardenwith barbecue and furniture, plus 1acre field. Parking for up to 5 cars.
Weekends from £425Low £750 per week
High £1,100 per week
Xmas/New Year £1,350 per week
■ In the heart of Peak District National Park■ Secluded location■ Panoramic views ■ Superb walking from doorstep■ Welcome pack & essentials provided■ Free wireless broadband access■ All electricity, heating, linen & towels included■ One well-behaved dog welcome■ Off-peak short breaks available
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■ Short breaks available■ Ideal base for
exploring Derbyshireand the Potteries orvisiting Alton Towers
■ Spinning and weavingcourses with experttutor
Sutton on the Hill, AshbourneWindlehill Farm Cottages
sleeps 6 & 2
Contact Keith & Joan Lennard Tel/fax 01283 732377E-mail [email protected] Website www.windlehill.btinternet.co.uk
Set amidst tranquil countryside south of Ashbourne, our 2 beamed barns offercosy, well-equipped accommodation on our small organic farm. They are anideal base for exploring Derbyshire and the Potteries.
The Chop House (once the farm corn shed where animal feed was choppedand mixed) features original beams and pleasant views over the farmyard, pondand countryside. It has 3 twin bedrooms, bathroom, fully-equippedkitchen/dining room and separate living room with TV, video and stereo. Thereis a sheltered garden with table and seats.
The Hay Loft is a first floor apartment over the old stable, approached by theoriginal internal stone steps. Once a loft storing food for the farm horses, it givesexcellent views over the farm and countryside. Accommodation is for 2, with atwin/double bedroom, kitchen/living room (TV, video, radio/CD; microwave,oven, fridge/freezer and washer/drier). There is an outside seating area.
Chop House £280 - £520Hay Loft £160 - £250
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Froghall, Staffordshire Hermitage Working Farm
3 cottages sleeping up to 5, 7 & 9
Contact Darren Barlow Tel 01538 266515 Fax 01538 266155E-mail [email protected] Website www.hermitagefarm.co.uk
Set in the Staffordshire Moorlands, Hermitage Working Farm stands high overlooking the picturesquewooded Churnet Valley, which is affectionately known as ‘Staffordshire’s Little Switzerland’ with itscanal wharf, meandering river and nostalgic steam railway. The Peak National Park is also on ourdoorstep offering many walking and cycling trails along with numerous other beautiful and historicplaces to explore.
Our cottages – on a 92-acre hill livestock farm – provide everything for the independent holidaymaker. These stone barn conversions nestle beautifully amongst the traditional farm buildings andenjoy probably some of the best views in Staffordshire.
The cottages have been converted to the highest standards, blending modern facilities withtraditional ‘olde worlde’ charm. Utmost care and attention has been given to restoring many of thearchitectural features of these 16th and 17th-century listed buildings.
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3 units sleep 4-6
Contact Edith & Alwyn Mycock Tel/fax 01538 308213Website www.rosewoodcottage.co.uk
Rosewood Cottage and Holiday Flats are situated on the picturesqueStaffordshire moorlands, on the edge of the Peak District. Thecottage, with its own private patio, sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms (1 doublewith 4-poster bed, 1 double, 1 twin) and also features a separatedining room. The ground-floor flat sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms (1 double,1 twin). The first-floor flat sleeps 5 in 2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 withbunks and a single bed).
Each comfortably furnished, electrically heated property has alounge/diner with TV, DVD and CD player, well-equipped kitchen areawith electric cooker, fridge and microwave, and shower room withWC and washbasin. Other facilities include folding guest bed, cot,highchair, hairdriers, laundry room, and sitting and play area.Electricity and fresh linen are included.
Prices from£180 - £350
Short breaks welcome
Nr Leek Rosewood Cottage & Holiday Flats■ Ideal for visits to Alton
Towers, the Potteries,Peak District & localmarket towns
■ 2 pubs serving good foodwithin walking distance
■ Ample parking■ Pets by arrangement■ Open all year
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Norbury, Stafford Oulton House Farm
7 cottages which sleep 2-8 + cots
Contact Judy Palmer Tel 01785 284264E-mail [email protected] Website www.oultonhousefarm.co.uk
Located in beautiful countryside with outstanding views, our delightful barn conversions, withlots of original features, offer a superb home from home atmosphere for a relaxing andenjoyable break. Ground floor bedrooms and roll-in showers make us suitable for all. A tenniscourt, games room and ride-on tractors mean that parents can relax and kids can have fun.
Shropshire and Staffordshire are packed with great things to see and do. Try Ironbridge,Shrewsbury, Wedgwood, Cosford Air Museum, the Severn Valley Railway, Biddulph GrangeGardens and newest of all Trentham Awakes with its extraordinary Monkey Park. And, of course,Alton Towers is only an hour’s drive away.
Inclusive prices from£200 - £750
per week
Staffordshire - Shropshire border location
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Netley Hall Country EstateE X TE N S I V E S E LE C TI O N O F LU X U RY C OT TAG E S
Character filled cottages set in the grounds of a magnificent stately home.Take time to discover the 160 acres with six lakes, woodlands andfootpaths, coarse fishing, tennis and badminton and children’s play area,all exclusive to residents.
Netley Hall is perfectly placed for enjoying the natural beauty of theShropshire Hills, the historic towns of Shrewsbury and Ludlow, worldfamous Ironbridge and a wide variety of places of interest.
The beauty of Netley Hall is the pure indulgence and luxury of doingvery little - or a lot - with your time.
■ Period Cottages:Character featuresBeautifully furnishedLog/wood burning fireFully equipped with cooker, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwaveTV, video and stereoSome en suite bathroomsFully centrally heatedTelephone
■ Walled Garden Cottages:Single storeyTasteful, modern furnishingsFully equipped with cooker, dishwasher, fridge, microwaveEn suite bathroomsTV, video, DVD and stereoTV/video in bedroomsFully centrally heated Telephone
Price inclusive of linen, towels, complimentary toiletries & utilities (including logs & kindling, where applicable). Short Breaks Available. Families Welcome. Cot & Highchair available. Sorry No Pets.
Netley Hall Country Estate
Wide range ofcottages sleeping 2 up to 8 guests
Prices from£230/week
per cottage
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■ In beautiful, unspoiltShropshire countryside
■ Chester, Ironbridge,Shrewsbury & NorthWales castles withineasy reach
■ Peaceful woodlandsetting
■ Brochures available
Nr Wem Soulton Hall
Ploughman’s Cottage sleeps 5Keeper's Cottage sleeps 6
Contact Mrs Ashton Tel 01939 232786 Fax 01939 234097E-mail [email protected] Website www.soultonhall.co.uk
The Soulton Estate offers 3 well-furnished and equippedcottages, each with its own character and setting. At the endof the day, guests are welcome to join the residents of SoultonHall for dinner in the restaurant and a relaxing evening.
Keeper’s Cottage is in a secluded setting which isparticularly beautiful when the bluebells are in bloom. Thesitting-room has a large picture window overlooking the lawnand woodland beyond – a comfortable hide for thoseinterested in watching the plentiful wildlife of Soulton Wood.
Ploughman’s Cottage has a large garden with fruit trees,lawn and flower bed. The comfortable cottage has fine viewstowards both Soulton Brook and Hawkstone Hill.
From £226 - £550
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Betchcott, Church Stretton Middle Farm
Contact Anne Carter Tel/fax 01694 751232E-mail [email protected] Website www.middlefarmcottages.co.uk
Middle Farm is situated on the slopes of the Longmynd in thebeautiful South Shropshire hill country, 4 miles from ChurchStretton. There are walks over the 350 acres of farmland, taking inconservation areas with abundant flora and fauna, with directaccess to Longmynd. An excellent location for exploring SouthShropshire.
Our 3 cottages, within the courtyard of the farmhouse, have beenrecently converted from traditional farm buildings and are furnishedto a high standard. They all have a 4* English Tourist Board grading.A well-behaved pet is welcome in Gooseyard Cottage.
★ ★ ★ ★3 cottages sleep 4, 4 & 6/7 Gooseyard
■ Beautiful walking country■ Near historic Ludlow with its famous
restaurants■ Pub at Picklescott (half mile) serves
good food■ Delightful small country towns to visit■ Ironbridge gorge World Heritage Site
nearby■ Fishing on our well-stocked carp lake■ Gliding on the Longmynd
Prices from £185 - £550incl heating, linen etc
Short breaks often available
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■ Close to Clun by the side ofRiver Clun
■ Area of Outstanding NaturalBeauty
■ Short drive to Bishop’s Castle,Ludlow and Craven Arms
■ Shrewsbury, Hereford,Ironbridge and Much Wenlock30 minutes’ drive
Clunbury, nr Craven Arms Brookside Cottage
sleeps 4/6 + cot
Contact Mr Seabury Tel 01588 660494 Website www.brooksidecottage.co.uk
Brookside Cottage offers self-catering holidayaccommodation in Clunbury, South Shropshire. Locatedin a beautiful and peaceful spot with magnificentsurrounding countryside, the cottage is an ideal base forexploring the many local attractions such as Ironbridge,Ludlow, Much Wenlock and Shrewsbury.
Accommodation includes two bedrooms (1 double, 1twin with 2 additional pull-out beds if necessary), loungewith Sky TV, video and countryside view, fully equippedkitchen/dining area and utility room with freezer, washingmachine, tumble drier and fire extinguisher. Downstairscloakroom. There is private parking and a small gardenavailable for the use of guests at the rear of theproperty. Cot available on request.
From £250 - £395Short break prices negotiable
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Ludlow Self Catering Holiday Cottages
Horseshoe sleeps 1-4 Paul Pry sleeps 1-5
Contact Mr T & Mrs M Gill Tel/fax 01455 272874E-mail [email protected] Website www.ludlow-selfcatering.co.uk
Prices from £239 per weekShort breaks all year from £119
Paul Pry
Horseshoe Cottage
Horseshoe Cottage and Paul Pry are well-equipped andcomfortable holiday cottages that make ideal bases forexploring the surrounding beautiful Shropshire and Welshcountryside.
Both are close to the centre of Ludlow, in quiet locationsonly a short walking distance from shops, pubs,restaurants and the ancient market town’s manyattractions. They have been beautifully restored andmodernised to retain their historic character, with exposedbeams, period fireplaces and antique furniture. Theyinclude everything you need for a relaxing break, with theadded bonus of private gardens for sunny days in. Theyalso have TV/video/CD and laundry facilities.
Also Waterside, with superb river views, is newlyavailable. Garage parking. (Sleeps 6).
■ Perfect location for touring the area ■ Beautifully restored homes in historic settings■ Electricity, gas central heating & bed linen included■ Parking
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■ Relax in comfort■ Enjoy town facilities in the countryside ■ Well equipped with in-house
entertainment
Ludlow Holiday Cottages
4 + cotCariad Cottagesleeps
Sunningdalesleeps 6 + cot
Contact Mrs Margaret Leake Tel 01584 873418E-mail [email protected] Website www.ludlowletsvisit.co.uk
Cariad Cottage sits in the heart of Ludlow towncentre close to all amenities. It is a cosy periodcottage with ceiling beams in the lounge, close to therailway station and council car park.
Sunningdale is a family house less than a 10minute walk to the town centre with off-road parkingfor three cars. There is a large enclosed garden withgas barbecue and garden furniture. Also a freegames room including table football and pinball.
Both are well equipped, with laundry facilities andplentiful TVs and DVDs. No extra charge for electricity,gas central heating or bed linen.
Both cottages – bookings Friday to Friday.
Cariad Cottage £350 per week
Sunningdale £450 per week
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■ Chester, Shrewsbury, IronbridgeGorge & North Wales within easyreach
■ Shops, pubs & eating places a fewminutes’ walk
■ All bed linen, towels, electricity ¢ral heating included
■ Very private enclosed patio area &pretty terraced garden
Ellesmere Teal Cottage
sleeps 4 + cot
Contact Shropshire Holidays.co.uk Tel 01691 622782 Mobile 07864 711811E-mail [email protected] Website www.shropshireholidays.co.uk
This attractive town centre cottage is an ideal base for exploringthe meres and canals at the heart of Shropshire’s own Lakelands.
It’s a high-quality, newly furnished, centrally heated homeoffering comfortable and stylish accommodation all year round forup to four people. The lounge has comfy sofas and contemporarysolid oak furniture. The separate kitchen/diner is spacious andcomprehensively equipped. There is a large double bedroom withking-size bed, a smaller twin room and an all-new bathroom.
Prices from £150 - £350 per week all-inclusiveShort breaks available
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Elm LodgeL U D L O W, S H R O P S H I R E
Coach House Apartment sleeps 2 First Floor Apartment sleeps 4/5
Contact Barbara Weaver Tel 01584 872308 or 01584 877397E-mail [email protected] Website www.elm-lodge.org.uk
These two self-contained apartments are situatedat Elm Lodge, a Grade II listed country house whichhas its own par 3 golf course. The Coach Houseapartment has been tastefully restored and consistsof a double bedroom, bathroom, lounge with viewsoverlooking the fairway of the golf course, and afully-equipped kitchen with breakfast bar. Thebuilding has retained its original character, keepingsome of the exposed beams dating back to 1830.
The first floor apartment is on the side of ElmLodge itself. It is very spacious with a doublebedroom, a twin bedroom, (or super-king double ifrequired) and a foldaway bed. It has a large loungeand kitchen. We are one mile from the mediaevaltown centre and set in pretty unspoilt countryside.Walkers/cyclists welcome awards. Two B&B roomsalso available. Short breaks available from £60 perapartment.
Coach House apartment £320 pw
First Floor apartment £400 pw
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Pant, Oswestry, Shropshire Glen Helen Holiday Cottages
second sleeps 4
Contact Dilys & Glyn Gaskill Tel/Fax 01691 830094E-mail [email protected] Website www.glenhelen.co.uk
Inclusive price from£200 - £310
per week
One cottage sleeps 3
Our restored cottages arecosy, comfortable andbeamed. They are set ininteresting gardens withsummer house. From thisborderland village you canexplore the pretty countryside and hills of the ShropshireMarches and Wales.
Chester, Ironbridge and Shrewsbury are within easyreach. Relax or explore – the choice is yours.
■ Attractive beamed, cosy cottages inborderland village
■ Every comfort with warm welcomefrom family hosts
■ Stroll to Wales and back after tea ■ Try a stress-free break at short
notice ■ Wildlife, limestone and canal
heritage sites within walkingdistance
■ Fishing, golf, pony trekking andrambling
■ Gardens, castles, steam trains andNational Trust easily accessible
■ Well stocked village shop and pub■ Comprehensive information booklets
on attractions and activities■ Local maps and walk itineraries
available■ Hosts offer local knowledge and
guidance on things to do in the area■ No smoking policy in the cottages
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■ Shrewsbury easilyreached by car
■ Ludlow within 16 miles■ Superb walking country■ Gliding on the Long Mynd■ Local attractions include
the Railway Museum andthe famous House onCrutches
Norbury Shuttocks Lodge
sleeps 2Contact Mr & Mrs Rutherford Tel 01588 650433 Fax 01588 650492
Situated amongst the South Shropshire Hills, Shuttocks Lodgeoffers comfortable accommodation from which to explore theregion. The historic towns of Ludlow and Shrewsbury are bothwithin sixteen miles, offering a wealth of historical andinteresting buildings and places to visit. The Long Mynd and theStiperstones are easily reached by car, making Norbury anexcellent location for walkers.
The lodge is a self contained unit close to the owner’s houseand comprises a lounge/diner, bedroom with super king bed,walk-in shower, kitchen with cooker, fridge, microwave andwashing machine. There is a log burner for cooler nights as wellas full central heating. Linen, towels and electricity provided.
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Leintwardine, Ludlow Mocktree Barns Cottages
sleeps 1-6 + cot
Contact Clive and Cynthia Prior Tel 01547 540441E-mail [email protected] Website www.mocktreeholidays.co.uk
■ Cottages to sleep from 1 - 6 people■ Pets and children welcome■ Non smoking■ Facilities for less mobile visitors■ Fully inclusive prices■ Excellent food and drink nearby
Explore the beautiful Herefordshire, South Shropshire andWelsh Border countryside from the comfort of one of ouraward winning cottages. Two cottages suitable for lessmobile guests. National Accessible Scheme level 1. Warm,welcoming, well equipped and surrounded by farmland andwoodland with lovely views and splendid walks from the door.Enjoy the courtyard and gardens while red kites soaroverhead and the bees buzz gently in the sun. MediaevalLudlow is just 7 miles away with its enviable reputation forexcellent cuisine and festivals. Hereford, Shrewsbury,Ironbridge and Worcester all an easy drive away. There aremany pretty villages, fascinating castles, historic churchesand National Trust properties for you to explore. We provide
maps and local information to helpyou enjoy your holiday to the full.
Walkers & Cyclists Welcome
Gold Award: 'Best Value forMoney Accommodation' Heart ofEngland Tourism Awards 2006.
Prices from £195 - £455 Short breaks available
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Llangarron, nr Ross-on-Wye Little TrereeceHoliday Cottages
Foxwhelp sleeps 2 Dymock Red sleeps 3-4
■ Good base for exploring localattractions
■ Close to picturesque Ross-on-Wye & Monmouth
■ Area of outstanding naturalbeauty
■ Patio with garden furniture & barbecue
■ Linen & heating included
These 2 charming cottages, named after traditional Herefordshire cider apples,offer a relaxing retreat in the Lower Wye Valley. The sandstone barns have beenrecently converted and so combine modern comfort with the character of atraditional courtyard setting.
Foxwhelp offers cosy, comfortable, 1-bedroom accommodation with exposedwooden trusses and rafters. The living area is open plan with a mix of modern andperiod furnishings and a modern, well-equipped kitchen.
The larger Dymock Red is split-level with 2 bedrooms and an open-plan livingarea with comprehensively-equipped kitchen It also retains its original exposedbeams and roof timbers.
Contact Mark & Linda Cinderey Tel 01989 770145 Mobile 07709 506710E-mail [email protected] Website www.trereececottages.co.uk
Foxwhelp
£150-£280Dymock Red
£170-£320Short breaks
available
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■ In the heart of beautiful rural Herefordshire■ Ideal for walking, cycling & touring ■ Visit Hay-on-Wye & the Black Mountains■ Close to historic Hereford with its 13th
century Mappa Mundi■ Local shops and pubs nearby ■ Well behaved dog welcome
Clehonger, Hereford Carramar
sleeps 7
Contact Mrs Hazel Davies Tel/fax 01981 251966E-mail [email protected]
This spacious, modern, comfortable bungalow is on theedge of the Golden Valley, with excellent views overopen countryside. The large enclosed garden is theperfect place to relax, with a patio, gas barbecue andfurniture.
Carramar has 4 bedrooms (1 double en suite, 2 twins,1 single), bathroom with corner bath and shower over,and lounge with TV, video/DVD and a gas fire. There isa separate games room with table tennis, quarter-sizedsnooker table and darts.
Prices from £350-£650 Short breaks from £210
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■ Ideal for walking, cycling, pony-trekking, fishing, canoeing
■ Nearby unique pubs offerexcellent local food & drink
■ World-famous bookshops &literary festival at Hay (7 miles)
■ Near Golden Valley, Wye Valley,Symonds Yat & Dore Abbey
■ Welsh Borders & BreconBeacons within easy reach
Nr Hay-on-Wye Holt Farm Cottages & Barns
sleeps up to 23 in total Wain House
Contact Gordon & Ruth Christopher Tel 01981 510238E-mail [email protected] Website www.holtfarmholidays.com
These beautifully restored holiday properties atMichaelchurch Escley have been transformed with greatattention to detail from Grade II listed farm buildings intosuperb, comfortable and relaxing holiday homes, whilstretaining all their historical charm.
Holt Farm House is a completely restored 17th centuryGrade II listed 3 bedroom cottage displaying its originalfeatures, but with every modern convenience. The Stable,renovated to an equally high standard, sleeps 2 people andthe Wain House is now a light and airy single storey andlevel access holiday home for 4 people. The Barn, with 3bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, has a wealth of 17th centuryfeatures complemented by 21st century facilities and homecomforts. All feature wood-burning stoves and underfloorheating. Cot, high chair and baby bath available.
Barn £565 – £950Farm House £520 – £870Stable £320 – £530Wain House £400 – £670
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■ Lots of wildlife, great forbirdwatching
■ Ideal spot for touring mid-Wales & England-Wales border
■ Within easy reach of Hereford,Leominster, Ludlow,Llandrindod Wells, Builth Wellsand Hay-on-Wye
■ Golf & pony trekking locally■ Ample parking space■ See website for more details
and pictures
Huntington The Rock Cottage
Sleeps up to 6 + cot
Contact Ceridwen Williams Tel 01544 370289E-mail [email protected]
The Rock Cottage is a secluded character cottage with its own private drive with a littlebabbling stream that runs along the driveway. Situated in quiet, pleasant surroundingsoverlooking unspoilt, picturesque farm and woodlands, it makes a wonderful countryretreat.
The cottage has a well-equipped kitchen, lounge/diner with double sofabed, wood-burning fire, TV/video and DVD, ground floor bathroom, and 2 bedrooms (1 double, 1twin). Outside is a spacious lawn with patio and furniture. Full central heating.
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■ Ideal for families/largeparties – homes combinedsleep 21
■ Luxury heated indoorswimming pool & gamesroom
■ Well-fenced privategardens – safe havens forchildren & pets
■ Orchard House suitable for wheelchair users & hashearing loops
■ All-inclusive – no hidden extras!
7+2 cotsRose Cottagesleeps 14+3 cotsOrchard
House sleeps
Contact Susan Bywater Tel 01544 260237E-mail [email protected]
Website www.hicksfarmholidays.co.uk
Hicks Farm Holidays is set on a quiet livestock farm where thethree counties of Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys meet. Ina secluded and idyllic spot in the beautiful Marchescountryside, our two very special holiday homes – OrchardHouse and Rose Cottage – are ideal for all generations.
Our accommodation has been carefully designed, decoratedand equipped to make life easier for everyone so you have arelaxing, hassle-free holiday. Help feed the farmyard animals,explore the farm, badger watch at sunset, play a game ofsnooker, relax in the swimming pool or simply enjoy a goodbook by the fire – whatever you choose to do we feel sure youwill enjoy a truly relaxing stay here at Hicks Farm.
Rose Cottage Orchard House
Low £510 £1,275Mid £580 £1,445High £680 £1,695Peak £785 £1,965Peak+ £915 £2,310
10% discount for reduced occupancy& short notice bookings
Boresford Hicks Farm Holidays