Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double. Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with woodburning stove. Courtyard garden.No Bath.
Parking available (Designated parking place)
Check In - 16:00
Check Out - 10:00
Spinners Cottage is a gorgeous two-bedroom cottage, resting in the historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold.
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Situated in a quiet road within the heart of the historic market town, Stow-on-the-Wold, at the end of a short terrace of cottages, you will find this delightful end of terrace property, Spinners Cottage. Built in the 18th century, the cottage is beaming with character such as exposed wooden beams, Cotswold stone walls and inviting woodburning stove.
The property has recently been completely refurbished but completed in such a way to ensure that its charm and character have been retained. As a 300 year old property the stairs to the bedrooms are steep and may not be suitable for elderly guests. Ideal for families or groups of friends, Spinners Cottage is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle for you to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings Stow has to offer.
Offering two homely bedrooms, sleeping up to four guests and benefits from the option of booking with neighbouring Primrose Cottage. Park your car in the allocated space or in the surrounding free roadside parking and make your way into the courtyard garden and in through the front entrance. Unload your luggage and kick your boots off in the well sized entrance hall and into the charming sitting room where you can curl up on the sofa in front of the TV or read a book at the welcoming window seat, whilst the wood burning stove warms you in the colder evenings.
Prepare your home-cooked meals in the well-equipped kitchen and dine at the dining table. Retire for the evening upstairs in one of the two welcoming bedrooms; the master bedroom contains a king-size bed and benefits from an en-suite shower room; the perfect spot to wash down after a long day and lay your head and you can take advantage of the quaint window seat and admire the day closing to night.
The second bedroom contains a double bed and also benefits from a delightful window seat. Outside, at the front of the property, you can enjoy a glass of bubbly or al fresco dining in the seating area in the courtyard garden. Just a short walk away from your door step are many local amenities including pubs, tearooms and individual shops.
Stow is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with many scenic walks and cycle routes right on its doorstep, and if you want to enjoy the scenic spots that The Cotswolds have to offer, why not arrange a tour with Cotswold Walks & Hikes & Bikes, all just a short car journey from Stow. If you want to discover the history of Stow, take a walk around the market square, where you will find the town stock at one end which dates back to the 15th Century and is shaded by an old Elm Tree and at the opposite end, you will find the ancient Market Cross, originally erected as a symbolic reminder to traders of the times to deal honestly and fairly.
Take a stroll over to St Edward’s Parish Church where you will find the enchanting looking tree surrounded doorway; it is here you will find a memorial of those who fought in the last Civil War. Discover over 500 species of birds by visiting Birdland Park & Gardens, which is a lovely spot to enjoy a picnic, surrounded by wildlife, or perhaps make a visit to the nearby village of Bourton-on-the-Water and discover a miniature replica of the Cotswold-stone village at The Model Village.
Spend the day in beloved towns in the North Cotswold such as Chipping Norton, Moreton-in-Marsh and Burford or further afield in Cirencester and Oxford where you will find Blenheim Palace. Or perhaps you want to enjoy the serenity of local neighbouring villages such as Broadwell, Lower Swell and The Oddingtons, where you can reward yourself from a long day walking with a mouth-watering refreshment in one of the popular inns For a perfect countryside getaway with loved ones, choose Spinners Cottage.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, cafetière. Smart TV with Freeview, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car and ample roadside parking nearby. Courtyard garden with furniture (front). One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
The highest town in the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises olde worlde England. This ancient market town has played host to many fairs since the 12th century and today holds a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs and monthly Farmers' market. The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, this is a traditional fair for people to meet up and trade which dates back to 1476 when its Charter was granted; Stow is very busy for a day or two before and after each fair, and a number of shops, pubs and restaurants are closed.
The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antique shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of Stow, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close to the town.
Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' as the River Windrush runs through the centre, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are all within easy reach and make a great day out.
Cheltenham (20 miles away) is, architecturally, the most complete regency town in England. A spa town with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse-racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. At other times of year, it is host to literature, jazz, classical music, science and food and drink festivals.
Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called 'The City of Dreaming Spires’ has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens.
Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also within easy reach, making Stow-on-the-Wold an ideal base.
