Title: The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. Family-friendly holiday home in Stroud ## Photo gallery for The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. ![Dining - The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. (Stroud, Gloucestershire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26560000/26559300/26559246/w1556h1044x0y2-aed54985.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. 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(Stroud, Gloucestershire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26560000/26559300/26559246/11cba624.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Slad Valley, The Chairman's Retreat offers a serene escape. Enjoy great views across the valley from your private garden and relax in an upside-down house with antique and contemporary furnishings. Unwind by the wood burner, enjoy a BBQ on your own terrace or take advantage of high-speed WiFi throughout. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. The Chairman's Retreat is a light and airy house with all the comforts of home. It is totally self contained with a private garden and forms the rear half of our home. It's so private you probably won't see us during your stay but if you do need help we are generally just next door. The House is in the middle of the Slad Valley, immortalised in Laurie Lee's beautiful book Cider with Rosie. It has great views across the valley from the garden and views up to Frith Wood from the house. It's a really peaceful retreat in a spot that is magical at all times of the year. We don't have many street lights here so the nights are dark and the stars are bright. Pretty much the only noises you will hear at night are foxes, badgers, owls and the wind in the trees. The house is really comfortable, with a mix of antique and contemporary furniture. The entrance hall has lots of space for coats and muddy boots, a loo and a laundry room with separate washer and dryer. The house is upside down with bedrooms mainly on the lower floor and the sitting room, dining room and kitchen upstairs. Through the entrance hall is a small study area; you'll get good wifi throughout the house but if you need some desk space you'll find it here. Up half a flight of stairs to the master bedroom, with its own en suite shower room and patio doors onto your own private terrace with a table and chairs for morning coffee or evening drinks. This room is easily big enough for a travel cot or child's bed. Round the corner and down some stairs to a double bedroom and twin bedroom with a shared bathroom, which has a bath and shower. Then upstairs to the open plan dining room and sitting room. The dining room has a table for eight; great for lazy dinners. The sitting room is part of the same space but up a flight of stairs. Complete with squashy leather sofas, a wood burner (your first load of logs will be waiting for you), a smart TV, toys, games, books and a DVD collection. There's lots to do and space to relax. The kitchen has a big fridge, separate freezer and large range cooker. Lots of kitchen kit is available and if you need anything else we are just next door and happy to help. There is also a breakfast table and high chair for smaller guests. The fourth bedroom is off the sitting room and down a little corridor and is a double with windows facing Frith Wood. It's next to a bathroom and while not en suite, it's pretty much your own. The bathroom is a tribute to the 80's and as you would expect, has its very own jacuzzi bath. Outside there is a terrace with seating and a BBQ and two lawn areas, one of which is fenced to give some play space for younger guests. There is also a little herb garden, so feel free to help yourselves. You are welcome to use the paddock which is great for romping and frisbee but a bit too sloped for football. Take care with the electric fence around the chickens and do feel free to ask us about eggs. There is great walking to be found all around the valley. You can walk from the Chairman's Retreat straight up into Frith Wood; down the valley will bring you to Tom George's racing stables and through the woods and over the hill will take you to Painswick, the so called Queen of The Cotswolds, with its unusual churchyard, lovely pub The Falcon and surprising Olivas Deli, St Michaels restaurant and a fine coffee shop. Painswick as about a 45 minute walk away and if you fancy a night out, it's a pleasant (if hilly) stroll home. Closer to home is the Woolpack pub. Serving great food, local Uley Brewery and Stroud Brewery ales, it's cosy and popular and famed as an old haunt of Laurie Lee. If you want to be sure of a table it's worthwhile booking or letting us know and we will book for you. Slad is only a few minutes from Stroud by car. Trains from London Paddington are direct and take around an hour and forty minutes. There is parking for two cars; if you need more space let us know and we can arrange it. If you are coming from further afield, Heathrow is 1:45 hours away, Birmingham airport 1:20 hours and Bristol 1:20 hours away. Stroud has a great Farmers' market on Saturday mornings - excellent local produce and yummy things for lunch. Our favourites are the Falafel wraps and the Tartiflet and if you can fit anything else in, Pippins Doughnuts. Further afield Cheltenham and Gloucester are no more than half an hour by car with good shopping, the race course and The Everyman theatre. Gloucester Cathedral is amazing and hosts some great exhibitions. If you are around in the summer, it's also worth checking out Gifford's Circus, a small but perfectly formed avant guarde collection of craziness, popular with adults and children alike. It tours the Cotswolds in the summer and is really worth a visit. An hour in the car will take you to either Bath or Bristol. Lots of history with the Roman Spa in Bath and HMS Great Britain in Bristol docks. We usually have a 3 nights minimum stay. This may be longer for some busier periods. There will always be logs and kindling available to light a fire on your first evening. We can supply further logs for £10 a barrow load; if you need some more, please ask us in advance or on arrival. The Chairman's Retreat - your perfect holiday retreat to explore the Cotswolds. House Rules: \- No smoking \- No pets \- No events or parties \- We would appreciate it if you could leave your outdoor shoes in the big downstairs hall or in the shoebox outside the patio door. \- The lovely garden space has some steep drops. Although we have a fenced area we would recommend that children are supervised in the garden at all times \- We all enjoy a glass of red wine but our carpets don't! Can you please only drink red wine in the kitchen, dining area and outside in the garden! \- You are welcome to walk in the paddock but please keep off the woodpile and out of the stable. The chickens are kept safe from Mr Fox by an electric fence, so please do not touch or you will be in for a shock! \- Please keep things quieter after 10 pm, to keep our neighbours happy! Thank you! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Only smoke in the garden & use the stone ashtray. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33593100/33593097/e6252d3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village! 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As there are some steep drops, children should only be allowed to use the garden and paddock under adult supervision. The sisal in the sitting room & other carpets hate red wine! Please keep your quaffing to the kitchen, dining room and garden. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children in the garden must always be supervised. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Only smoke in the garden & use the stone ashtray. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Chairman's Retreat Slad Cotswolds Gloucestershire. Space Relax ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.76572,-2.184186&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:yj%7EzHdri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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8IKd-xSzSAcv9kRn5CpYJfpeEJI=) Stroud, Gloucestershire, ENG #### What's nearby - St Marys Painswick \- 5 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Gloucester Quays \- 20 min drive \- 9.3 miles - Gloucester Docks \- 21 min drive \- 9.7 miles - Gloucester Cathedral \- 21 min drive \- 10.3 miles - Cheltenham Racecourse \- 26 min drive \- 15.7 miles #### Getting around - Stroud Station - 9 min drive - Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 82 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Curio Lounge - ‬5 min drive - ‪Crown & Sceptre Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪La Cantina - ‬5 min drive - ‪Star Anise - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Woolpack Inn - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside.? ### What time is check-in at The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside.? ### What time is check-out at The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside.? ### Where is The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Chairman's Retreat, Slad, The Cotswolds, Relax in the Countryside. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 36 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. 28 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place in Slad We had beautiful weather for our stay, the backyard was enticing and a great hang out spot. The excellent local pub was a short walk away and the walk to Painswick through Frith Woods is beautiful. A lovely property in a beautiful location. ##### David S. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay C. 21 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautifully decorated and cozy This property is gorgeous on the inside, and sparkling clean. The Mercer’s were very helpful with any questions or needs we had. ##### Lindsay C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John W. 10 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful property for large Family groupp We had a fantastic Easter weekend at the Chairman’s Retreat. A great property for the 8 of us, perfect location for the activities we had planned. The property has everything you need if you were to stay in and cook, but a great location to drop into Stroud to try the local restaurants and the Farmers Market on Saturday morning. ##### John W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine T. 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Beautiful property and excellent location. Thank you ##### Christine T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guy D. 24 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic property & location We had a lovely stay in this fantastic, spacious property in Slad. The excellent hospitality pack including fresh eggs from the hens in the garden was much appreciated. The property is an easy stroll to an excellent pub serving great food. We would definitely return if we are in the area again. Thanks to Chris & wife for everything. ##### Guy D. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neena P. 9 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay We had an amazing stay in this beautiful house. It was immaculately clean with everything we needed for a relaxing and comfortable weekend away. We were a group of 8 (6 adults and 2 children). The house is beautifully decorated and Chris and Suzanna gave very clear and helpful instructions on how to use alll the facilities and gadgets in the house. We really enjoyed using the garden and the stunning views! We would love to visit again. Thank you for an amazing stay! ##### Neena P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie H. 30 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful hosts, very tasteful beautiful accommodation in beautiful area. Wow! Beautiful, fully equipped and much more. So excellently presented. Our delightful hosts provided a number of edible surprises too. Most unexpected. Highly recommendEverything for our comfort ##### Valerie H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith A. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The Chairman’s Retreat is a beautiful, very well appointed home. Four very pleasant bedrooms, with lovely, fresh, crisp, bed linens. The kitchen is superbly equipped, and has a fabulous cooking range with a couple of ovens, grill, and warming drawer. The views of Frith Woods and the Slad Valley are breathtaking. Chris and Suzanne were very welcoming, and Chris was so helpful (and a great baker to boot. His home-made flapjacks were delicious). They stocked up the ‘fridge with supplies for our first night, and breakfast. Very much appreciated.Thank you so much to you both for being fabulous hosts. ##### Judith A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen B. 27 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A True Gem Perfect, quiet getaway. Home is super clean with all high quality amenities and beautiful furnishings. Nestled in a quiet Cotswold village. A quick walk to The Woolpack for a meal, or drive to larger villages of Stroud or Painswick. Scenic views everywhere. Thanks Suzanne, Chris and family. ##### Kathleen B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline W. 19 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A fine home. As a family group meeting up for our first get together for a couple of years this lovely home was perfect for our needs. We found the property spacious, very clean and filled with interesting 'homely' items and objects that added to the many other comforts provided. A proper cooks kitchen was enjoyed and the large television had all of the channels we needed for nights in. A meal at the local 'Woolpack Inn' was an evening highlight and the local area is great for walking trips. Plenty to do and see for all ages and a wonderful home to return to each evening. We highly recommend this rental. ##### Pauline W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### FIONA M. 8 May 2018 #### Our Family Ruby Anniversary Celebration. We had a perfect stay in this beautiful ,very high standard Property in a most wonderful location The six adults and two toddlers spend a most memorable time at the Chairman's retreat. Thank you to the owners Chris and Suzanne who have thought of everything you could possibly need .including lovely toys for the children, much to their delight. The welcome was warm ,so too was the delicious cake , vino, eggs and other goodies We will be back ! Thank you so much .Fiona Graham and family ##### FIONA M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seanna H. 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location and amazing house We had a simply wonderful weekend to celebrate my husbands 50th Birthday, Chris was an exceptional host, very prompt responses to any questions and a warm welcome on arrival. The welcome gifts were also a really lovely touch. The location is idyllic with the most incredible views. We were a group of 4 couples and all the rooms were spacious and very comfy beds. The whole house has been planned with care and the kitchen was extremely well equipped. We had hired a private chef for the Saturday night and he had everything he needed to cook for us. We enjoyed the walk into Stroud which gave more wonderful views, and we also visited the woolpack pub a few minutes walk from the house. Thank you again for your wonderful hospitality it was a perfect way to celebrate. ##### Seanna H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James H. 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 Came over from the states for a short stay at The Chairman’s and had a fantastic time. Chris was excellent at communicating and the pictures don’t do the property justice. Walking distance to the woolpack and the back garden leads into some glorious walks. Chris and his wife left us eggs, orange juice and home baked goods as a welcoming gift. What a nice and thoughtful touch! Having stayed in a few other properties is slad I think the chairman’s is one of the best and Chris is natural host. 10/10 bravo. Thank uou sir ##### James H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jennifer c. 19 Apr 2018 #### Lovely property, great location Four ladies on a catch up weekend and what a lovely time we had Great property with lovely owners Property had everything we needed nothing was left unanswered and owners were on call Property was clean and comfortable The Woolpack pub a five minute walk up the road we found very accommodating with friendly staff and fantastic food. Sunday roast is a must and so is the sticky toffee pudding. We followed Chris’s walk into Painswick on Saturday as the weather was gorgeous. We were very fortunate to see deers in the fields and also lots of birds and wild flowers. If your not a walker this walk could be challenging as steep in parts but slow and steady wins the race We had the best time in a fabulous property in a fantastic part of England. Perfect ##### jennifer c. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin H., GA, USA 18 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Stay Our group loved staying at The Chairman's Retreat! The house is exceptionally clean and well stocked, very comfortable with great amenities. Location was fantastic; easy drive to Stroud for groceries and lovely ride to various Cotswold locations for shopping and sightseeing. The hosts are TREMENDOUS! They went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we need and to give recommendations in the area. They even provided a sweet welcome card and homemade flapjacks when we checked in. We could not have been more pleased with our stay! Highly recommend! ##### Erin H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison P. 27 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful village retreat We have really enjoyed our stay in the property while we attended a friends wedding in the village . The house is well appointed with everything you need for a weekend stay . We had our 2 year old grandson with us and he loved the brio trains that were thoughtfully in the house and the safe fenced garden. We loved the powerful showers and the comfortable beds. The kitchen had all the crockery and cooking utensils you need so if you wanted to cook a meal you could . Check and check out was easy and our privacy was protected by the hosts. We know the area well as we have visited on many occasions however the location lends itself for being central for many local attaractions as well as walks around the beautiful Slad valley . We will definitely return . Thank you ##### Alison P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret T. 22 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular surroundings Lovely property and surrounding area. The retreat had everything we could need for a lovely stay. Our hosts made sure we had all that we needed for our first wake up. They left us eggs, bacon, butter, milk, bread and wine. My sisters and I had a lovely time. ##### Margaret T. Stayed 4 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sophie k. 1 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Cotswold way This is the way The only way Had a great time by the way Way sure we’ll be back A very well stocked property where we were able to eat in twice very clean and comfortable. Thank you Chris and Suzanne ##### sophie k. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gemma B. 21 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend away Great weekend. Thank you ##### Gemma B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard B., Hertford uk 1 Apr 2019 #### Superb location in the Slad valley Modern conversion with character. Four good double rooms and luxury towels. Well appointed kitchen. Quiet garden for relaxing. Away from the house you can feed the chickens ( not noisy). Excellent hosts to welcome you there. Easy walk to the footpath and through the woods to Painswick. The local pub is unspoilt and serves good food and good ales. ##### Richard B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric Y. 22 Nov 2018 #### Had a fantastic weekend. The cottage was amazing. Very spacious and very well equipped. Best welcome pack we've had with fresh eggs from the owners hens and bacon for breakfast, and a delicious home made lemon sponge for later. Perfect area for walking as we did 3 walks(8-12 miles each) from the house without the need to use our cars. Surrounding area was beautiful with woodland and hills with some fantastic views of the Cotswolds. Had a drink and a meal in the local pub, The Woolpack which was very friendly and the food was excellent. ##### Eric Y. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann D. 23 Aug 2018 #### Really great property in a beautiful area Great house - really well thought out and spacious. Owners have taken a lot of time and care to furnish it with beautiful things. A lovely welcome from the owners with a delicious goody pack and lots of other extras to make our stay more comfortable. They definitely go the extra mile. Perfect location to go walking and see the surrounding area. Not far from the pub either, where we spent a bit of time and even had an impromptu cello concert from one of the locals. Everyone very friendly. All in all a great stay and would highly recommend. ##### Ann D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick G. 26 Jul 2018 #### Perfect location, host & accommodation Fabulous home and wonderful host who was so welcoming and supplied our first day needs.....including eggs & bacon for our first breakfast! Loved it and would 100% recommend to anyone. Chris did an awesome job of remodeling with so many interesting touches. ##### Nick G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy J. 9 Jul 2018 #### Excellent Really comfortable and plenty of space for all the family. Would really recommend it. ##### Andy J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara H. 21 Jun 2018 #### Outstanding 'retreat' in Cotswolds countryside A perfect short stay for older family group with excellent facilities, good spacious bedrooms, very well equipped kitchen and some wonderful welcome goodies in the fridge. We used the patio garden quite a bit which had a good table and chairs and a BBQ, though we didn't use the latter. Very quiet at night. We didn't try the local pub which was busy, but visited the church with its Laurie Lee information and did a couple of walks. Would definitely recommend, only caution is there are four short sets of stairs to move from area to area though we felt this helped create the character of the place. ##### Sara H. 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