Fulbrook Barn is a gorgeous bolt hole tucked away in a little corner on the edge of Burford. The owners have taken great care converting this old barn into a very high standard of self catering accommodation, colours & style are mixed beautifully to create a wonderful hideaway. Internally the barn is presented in an open plan style and although compact it is exeptionally well furnished. In our view this is a super base to tour the region or to use as somewhere for a weekend get-away, there are some great pubs near nearby & glorious country walks from your door. If you fancy being totally indulgent how about requesting the owners cook you breakfast too! We love this sweet, little barn & for good reason. Please call for availability. ACCOMMODATIONEntrance from private garden area into open plan living space. Kitchen, well equipped, with two ring electric hob, washing machine/dryer, microwave combi/grill, fridge with freezer compartment. Dining Table with benches with aspect overlooking garden area. Steps down to bedroom/living area There are two beds, a standard double bed along with additional bed*. The layout makes it comfortable to sit & relax to watch television or read. There is a large, wall mounted flatscreen TV with DVD player (and Freeview) along with ipod dock. Bathroom with stunning shower, WC & wash basin. Outside To the side of the barn is small garden/seating area with table & some chairs. Surrounding the barn is a delightful cottage garden which, in season, is classic picture of colour & 'olde English' appeal. Useful information The Barn sits in the garden of the owners' home. Access is through a walkway through the house, which takes you to the rear garden. All guests will be given private keys which will provide full & complete access for the duration of your stay. Sorry No Pets. Babies & Children Welcome (cot & high chair available). On Street Parking. Heating & Electricity Included. * Extra bed available for extra charge of £20 per week or per booking. ...

Saddlebacks Barn is a very attractive & utterly spotless barn, nestling in the within the courtyard of a small, working farm. Surrounded by Oxfordshire Cotswolds countryside the barn & farm are very peaceful & yet perfectly located for access to popular locations such as Burford in one direction & Oxford in the other
- each a convenient drive. Inside, the barn is very spacious for two & presented to a very high

Specification & with high quality fixtures & fittings. All on one level it is well laid out & certainly suitable for those with limited mobility. With an excellent location & exceptional accommodation this is a very good choice for a holiday or short break at an incredibly attactive price. ACCOMMODATIONEntrance to the barn from the courtyard, into the open plan living area. Living Area with large sofa, flatscreen TV, DVD player & wifi. Dining Table & four chairs, overlooking courtyard. Kitchen, very well equipped with electic hob, oven & grill, dishwasher, microwave & fridge with freezer section. (There is a washing machine on site for guests use if required.) Bedroom, spacious, with king size double bed (5ft) with wardrobe & chest of drawers plus Ensuite Shower Room with shower, WC & washbasin Outside To the front of the barn is an open terrace area with table & chairs. Beyond there are areas of grass for play. Please note that this is a small active farm. Sorry No Pets (farm animals!). Children Welcome. Cot & High Chair available. Wifi included & available. Any Day Changeover accepted


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Serenity is an elegant and stylish property which has been equipped & fitted with an absolute attention to detail. The house has three floors & provides beautiful accommodation with ample airy social space along with private terraces & balconies for you to enjoy the beautiful views across the Clearwater Lake & towards Lower Mill Village. The property also benefits from access to the gated-estate's exclusive gymnasium & outdoor pool along with the superb Artspa both of which are within a short walk. If you're seeking a chic haven made for a millionaire in an incredible countryside setting, this is it! ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to hallway with doors leading to: Kitchen is fully equipped & contemporary in style with beautiful silestone work surfaces, electric hob and oven an American fridge-freezer, microwave & dishwasher. Dining Area is just off the kitchen with a large table & chairs for eight adults. feature display unit, subtle mood lighting, & a continuation of the elegant silestone theme. Living Room is a light, airy, & expansive space with large windows on two sides, warm hardwood floors, a contemporary woodburning stove, large sofas & a plasma TV ? mixes cool modernism with traditional comforts. The room leads onto an enclosed decked area (perfect for al fresco dining or lazing away a warm summer day), beside a lawn which enjoys uninterrupted views of lake & estate. Cloakroom with WC & washbasin First Floor Bedroom Two a very large room with double bed, Ensuite Shower Room with washbasin & WC, plus access to a private balcony. Bedroom Three with one single bed and wardobe. Bedroom Four with one single bed & wardrobe Family Bathroom with bath, shower, WC & washbasin Second Floor Master Bedroom. The entire second floor is given over to a huge master bedroom, including a study area, a private balcony with seating, & a full Ensuite Bathroom with bath, walk in shower & underfloor heating. OUTSIDEThe Lower Mill Estate is a 450 acre private nature reserve, making it a nature lover's paradise. As a guest, you are free to enjoy the whole Estate at your leisure. You may want to enjoy a peaceful walk around one of the beautiful lakes, fish, & bird watch from one of the hides or sail on one of the lakes. Artspa offers indoor, outdoor (heated) & eco pools, as well as a state of the art gymnasium & an exceptional selection of spa treatments. A small farm shop is situated in Mill Village, offering all of the essentials. As a guest, unlimited access to Artspa is included in your stay! Please advise Manor Cottages at the time of booking if your party is a single sex group. Sorry No Pets. No Smoking. Friday changeovers only, or Mondays for Short breaks (to Friday). Other dates will be considered only at short notice. Please note: The owner requires a £500.00 Security Deposit to be paid to the Lower Mill Management company (Habitat) by card, 8 weeks before your booking commences. ...

Shepherd's Cottage is a wonderfully located Cotswold holiday cottage, situated in some glorious countryside & enjoying excellent views across the Cotswolds. Formerly a farm worker's cottage the cottage offers an excellent living space ideal for holidays. Situated at the end of a very quiet lane & surrounded by fields, the property is perfect for peace & tranquility & yet is within minutes drive of Burford & other popular Cotswold destinations. There is a secluded garden at the rear of the property but please note, the garden is not enclosed & is open to neighbouring arable fields. Available for longer Winter Lets, for more information please call. ACCOMMODATION: Front door into small hallway. Sitting Room with open fire, comfortable sofa and armchairs, TV DVD & video player. Kitchen / Dining Room fully equipped with electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer & good sized kitchen table. Cloakroom with WC & washbasin. Upstairs: Bedroom One, large room with glorious view, with double bed & ensuite shower room with WC & washbasin Bedroom Two with twin beds. Bathroom with bath, separate cubicle shower, WC & washbasin. Central heating & electricity included. Starter basket of logs supplied otherwise available at cost. Cot & high chair. One pet only. No Smokers. Friday changeover please. Available for Winter Let. Wifi Available. ...

Shepherds Cottage is a classic Cotswold cottage sitting in a quiet village just a few miles from Stow on the Wold. A typical 1700s detached Cotswold stone property, the cottage has been renovated and provdes very high quality self catering accommodation. Externally, there is a substantial garden (with off-street parking) surrounded by stone walls. Internally many classic Cotswold features remain including exposed walls, beams & a wood burning stove, mixed with contemporary touches & modern conveniences. With an excellent pub nearby, this is an exceptional choice for customers wishing to enjoy fine self catering standards.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to welcoming hallway with exposed fireplace & limestone floor Living Room with inglenook fireplace & bread oven with wood burning stove, sofa & armchairs, large flatscreen TV with Sky & DVDKitchen, a large & beamed farmhouse-style kitchen/dining-room with TV, rugs on stone floor & French doors to terrace with graden beyond. Fully equipped with microwave, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, electric hob & oven & washing machine. Downstairs Bathroom with large shower, W.C. & washbasin First Floor (via reasonalbly steep stairs) Master Bedroom with double bed, TV & Freeview, & fabulous views to countryside Bedroom Two with two single beds, TV with Freeview & great views Shallow step to Bathroom a delightful laid out room with bath with shower attachment WC & washbasin Outside There are two enclosed garden areas, both mainly lawned with shrubs. There is also a terrace area with table & chairs. Heating & Elec included. Off-street Parking (for 2-3 cars) Cot & high chair available. One basket of logs October to March supplied. Wi-fi available. Please note: A £200 security deposit is required at this property, please discuss on booking. Friday Changeover please. Children Welcome We are pleased to say that Shepherds Cottage is owned by ' The Rose Adeane Trust' Reg Charity No. 1125744. All net proceeds from the Holiday Letting of this Cottage are Donated to Causes in aid of Very Sick, Disabled or Terminally Ill Children. ...

Shrove is a sweet self-contained property located in a gorgeous position within the classic Cotswold village of Chedworth. The views from your windows across the valley are quite stunning & very romantic. The property is compact with a single, open plan room upstairs & the bathroom (and outdoor swimming pool) downstairs. The location is absolutely glorious with a wealth of excellent walks nearby, two good pubs within a good stroll & many of the Cotswolds' popular locations very near. Added to this, a breakfast is included within the price (for you to cook at your leisure!) A perfect rural retreat in an idyllic spot. ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to lobby with hooks for hanging & bench with baskets for walking boots & shoes. Contemporary Bathroom with large, walk in shower, WC & washbasin, underfloor heating. Separate cupboard housing washing machine. Upstairs Open plan living space, with kitchen area & living area & bed. Kitchen Area, well equipped with 2 ring induction hob, electric combi-microwave/oven & grill and fridge. Living Area with sofa, dining table & two chairs or stools, TV with Freeview & DVD player plus DAB radio & bookcase; double bed with drawers underneath. Outside The property has access to a naturally heated swimming pool (from May). There is a terrace area with excellent views across the valley. Other Information Any Day Changeover. Wifi Available A breakfast is included within the price (for you to cook at your leisure). Heating included. Off street parking. The owner is pleased to be able to offer bikes (for free) for use during your stay. Cot & High chair available on request ...

Set amongst the Lower Mill eco holiday estate, Skarv is a beautifully presented holiday home where you can enjoy the peace, tranquility, views & a sense of 'being at one with nature'! Skarv (the name for a Northern European bird
- a bit like a Comorant...) is a bright, top floor apartment where you get the perfect bird's eye view across the Estate & it's lakes. Inside the owners have brought together contemporary colours with attractive furnishings, two good size bedrooms with ensuites plus a cosy wood burning stove giving the property a homely feel throughout. Your access to the private deck allows the outside 'in' & altogether the apartment is as ideal for a weekend retreat as it is for a full-blown holiday. For us, however, the focal point is the environment
- the beautiful scenery that surrounds the estate & especially the use of the Art Spa (gym, sauna, spa, steam room & three pools!) which altogether give this a unique appeal. Add to this the pub which is about 15 mins away in the village. finest top quality for a Cotswolds' break! Flexible Changeover Date available all year.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance at ground floor & then via stairs to the top floor to a private entrance leading to hallway with doors to all rooms. Main Living Area with two large sofas* (one is a sofa bed for extra two people
- additional charge; see below), additional seating, large flatscreen TV with Freeview, DVD player & wood burning stove. Kitchen, modern & well equipped, with 4 ring gas hob, electric oven & grill, large fridge / freezer, dishwasher, washing machine with dryer & microwave, plus dining table with up to 6 chairs. There are large glass doors which open to the decked terrace area. Master Bedroom with double bed (4ft 6in) wardrobe & chest of drawers, doors to terrace, plus Ensuite Bathroom with bath, shower over & WC & washbasin Bedroom Two with two twin beds, wardrobe & chest of drawers plus Ensuite Shower Room, with shower, WC & washbasin. Outside The property has a private decked terrace with far reaching views. There is a large wooden table & chairs, plus gas BBQChangeover Day Flexible (except Sundays) Children Welcome. Sorry NO pets. Towels & Linen included. * There is one sofa bed in the lounge area charged @ £25.00 if required. Travel cot & High chair available. Logs are not supplied, but can be purchased from the Estate shop, by the bag. Wifi. Please note: There will be some on-going building work in the Howell's Mere area from July 2014 during working hours Monday- Friday 9am
- 5pm. Please note that the owner requires a Damages/ Security deposit, to include Art Spa pass security card



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Slad Manor is simply outstanding; one of the finest homes in the Cotswolds, steeped in history & presented in a glorious country style oozing charm, luxury and period appeal throughout. The property is owned renowned racehourse trainers who wish to make available this amazing home for families or groups who are interested in enjoying a very special location. It is available for a specific period in the summer and therefore is ideal for a guests seeking a 'one-off'. As you can imagine with this being a 'home', there are endless features to make your stay luxurious & memorable, including a magnificent kitchen/diner & sumptuous drawing room. Get the a private chef in and take the luxury to a new level! The awesome views surround the manor & the gardens are more than sufficient for a busy family. There are two TV rooms (each with full Sky packages), a total of 6 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms across the top two floors & plenty of opportunity to kick back for quiet moments while you take in the building & location. For a family looking for a one-off holiday home that will create special memories it is hard to imagine anything more blissful or unique. ACCOMMODATIONKitchen, a classic country kitchen in every respect & equipped with everything you could wish for including an AGA with multiple ovens, 5 ring gas hob, 2 dishwashers, large fridge freezer, larder, kitchen table & island unit. There is a separate dining room from the kitchen with a large dining table & space to seat 12 comfortably or up to 16 if needed. Very much the heart of the house. Main Living Room with ample seating, inglenook fireplace & open fire & beautiful views.TV Room / Snug with wood burning stove, sofas & armchairs, large flatscreen TV with full Sky sports & film package. Cloakroom with WC & washbasin First Floor Master Bedroom with super king size (6ft) double bed, wardrobes & and chest of drawers Bedroom Two with king size double bed (5ft) with wardrobe & chest of drawers Bathroom One with bath, handheld shower, WC & washbasin. This is accessed through bedroom two. Bedroom Three with two single beds, chest of drawers plus an Ensuite Shower Room with shower, washbasin and WC. Bedroom Four is a single bedroom with one single bed Bedroom Five with a king size double bed & ches of drawers Bathroom Three with bath, handheld shower, WC & washbasin Second Floor An ideal location for children! Living Area with multiple sofas, large flatscreen TV with full sky sports package, Play station plus DVD player. There is also a small kitchen area with kettle etc. (There is a single sofa bed, suitable for one person) Bedroom Six with double bed, with chest of drawers & hanging space. Bathroom Four with bath, handheld shower WC & washbasin. Outside The manor is surrounded by private gardens with various areas for a BBQ, sitting or playing. There is also the chance to sit around the cider press, & finally there is a small 'games' room with a table tennis table & dart board and also bar. Great fun! Please note that the stairs to the games room are steep. Important Note
- The Manor is available for only a short period during the summer. At other times of the year it is a family home. Although it is presented to a high standard there will be evidence of the family (pictures for example) through the house. We feel that this adds a uniqueness and should not detract from the appeal of the house, but Manor Cottages & the owners who wish to offer this unique experience, wish to clarify that this is a loving home more than a traditional holiday house. One Pet by arrangement. Wifi available & included. Children Welcome. Guided tour of the Stables available by arrangement. Ample parking. Cot & high Chair available.
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Slade Farm Cottage, Little Compton is a peacefully located Cotswold holiday cottage set in some beautiful countryside, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The cottage has a delightfully cosy feeling to it with a woodburning stove giving a real 'homely' feel to the cottage. Situated at the end of a long winding drive (off a quiet country lane!) the cottage, which is attached to the owners' home, opens out onto a patio & lawned garden for exclusive use of the cottage, with open fields beyond. Internally the owners have created a welcoming holiday home that is perfect for families & small groups alike with ample space for people to spread out & relax. Particular attention is brought to the night sky views which, due to zero light pollution, are spectacular on a clear evening. With a local village pub approx 3/4m away, we see this as a 'quintessential holiday cottage' with views, walks & location all combining to create an appealing option. ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to lobby Living Room with two sofas, two arm chairs, large flatscreen TV with Sky & Freeview, DVD player, stereo and woodburning stove, plus books & games. Kitchen, fully equipped with electric hob & oven, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge & separate freezer & microwave, leading to dining area/room Dining Room with table & six chairs Cloakroom with WC & washbasin Upstairs Master Bedroom with double bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, TV & stunning views across the Cotswolds countryside Bedroom Two, with double bed, wardrobe & chest of drawers Bedroom Three with twin beds, wardrobe & cupboard & lovely views. Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC & washbasin Outside The property has a patio area with table & chairs, leading out towards an open garden & orchard beyond. Thereafter the cottage overlooks fields & countryside. A thoroughly peaceful location indeed. One Pet Welcome. Cot & High Chair available. Friday changeover please. Logs supplied for duration of stay. Children Welcome. Wi-Fi available, but please note that the signal is week; so although it will be fine to download emails, it will not be strong enough, for example, to stream movies. Please be aware, the property lies at the bottom of a small valley, & drainage ditches surround part of the property: parents of very young children should be mindful of this. Oil fired central heating & electricity included. Off street parking (!) ...

Somerford Cottage is a quintessential English country cottage set in the heart of a beautiful & classic Cotswold village, itself located in the southern Cotswolds. The property, which has a history dating back hundreds of years, was once part of the village's Manor House, offers lovely large rooms throughout, all presented in an attractive & stylish fashion, with careful attention given to mixing contemporary furniture with traditional cottage features. Of particular appeal is the spacious living area, which is light, airy & inviting. As one would expect with a property of such history there are delightful, mature gardens, which customers can enjoy (see below*), in fact the owners are able to offer seasonal 'home grown produce' to customers
- wonderful!! Locally, the village of Great Somerford is a thriving community with an excellent local shop & The Volunteer pub both within a 5 minute walk. There is also the Somerford Arms in the next village of Little Somerford about a mile away, this has recently been refurbished & serves excellent food & real ales. We consider this holiday cottage as ideal for families or small groups who want to enjoy a traditional Cotswold location with good facilities nearby & good access to a wealth of local attractions. A real gem!ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to Kitchen Kitchen fully equipped with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, large fridge & separate freezer section, washing machine & dishwasher Cloakroom with WC & washbasin Living / Dining Room, stunning open plan room offering large space for entertaining & relaxing &

Includes:: many period features including beams & exposed Cotswold stone walls. Dining Area with table & six chairs Living Area with two large sofas, flatscreen TV, with Freeview & DVD player, wood burning stove Upstairs Bedroom One, very large bedroom with views towards the village & fields, plus views towards the gardens. Double bed with chest of drawers & wardrobe/hanging space. TV. Bedroom Two, also very spacious with double bed, hanging space, chest of drawers Bedroom Three, accessed through bedroom two, again very large (!) & with two single beds, hanging space & chest of drawers. Bathroom with shower, WC & washbasin Outside Customers have a private courtyard area surrounded by an historic wisteria (we were too early in spring to see it in full bloom!) & with a garden table & six chairs for al fresco dining. * There is also limited access to the part of the owners' main gardens, however please be aware that there may be certain times when the owners wish to enjoy privacy! The garden is located approx 10 paces across a short gravel driveway. Parents should note that there is a pond with fish & that children should not be left unattended at the pond. We ask customers to be considerate when using the garden both for the owners & also because they are of local importance from a floral perspective. Any Day changeover, except July & August & school holidays, when changeovers must be on a Saturday. Heating & electricity included. Sorry No Pets. Children Welcome. Cot & High Chair, along with babybath available. Whilst wifi is available at this cottage, please note: it is more that strong enough to check emails, websites etc but is not enough to stream films or other data. Off Street parking for two cars. Starter basket of logs supplied, more available at cost. Seasonal Vegetables also available on request, to be discussed directly with the owner in advance of arrival.


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