Winterberry Cottage

About this property

Nestled in the lovely village of Barnsley is this wonderful Cotswold stone property, Winterberry Cottage, that is ideal for relaxing with friends and family and as a base for exploring the beautiful Cotswolds.

Upon arriving at the property, you will be delighted to find two off-road parking spaces on the gravel driveway.

A large hallway provides space for storing coats and muddy boots, which leads onto the well-presented and welcoming sitting room with lovely exposed wooden beams and oak flooring, containing inviting seating space that you and your guests can sink into after a long day of exploring, whilst watching a film on the Smart TV or reading a compelling novel from the books on offer, whilst the woodburning stove warms the whole room.

Overlooking the garden and the fields beyond you will find the kitchen/diner that comes fully-equipped with all the amenities you require to rustle up a heart-warming evening meal as you all gather around the large dining table to enjoy your meal, before tidying up with help from the handy dishwasher, and engaging in a competitive game of darts.

Take the evening outside when the weather allows, through the patio doors in the kitchen/diner, to the beautiful enclosed garden that has stunning views of the farmland beyond and offers welcoming seating and a gas barbecue in the patio area and a lawn area beyond, with ample storage space in the shed which is perfect for avid cyclists.

When the night draws to a close, head up the wooden staircase to the first-floor where you have a choice of two beautiful king-size rooms, one boasting an en-suite shower room, and a twin room, all with ample storage space for your belongings.

In the morning, have a long soak in the roll-top bath in the bathroom, before getting ready to head out for the day; the picturesque village of Barnsley benefits from having one of the best pubs in the Cotswolds, The Village Pub, as well as the highly renowned Barnsley House Hotel with its excellent restaurant and spa facilities.

The village is close to the Roman town of Cirencester, the largest market town in the Cotswolds, which supports a wide range of amenities such as Wheatsheaf Inn and The Bear Inn and you can take a stroll around Cirencester Park which forms the Bathurst Estate and is a picturesque country park with plenty to discover and do.

Barnsley is well placed for exploring the many wonderful villages and towns in the Cotswolds, such as Bourton-on-the-Water, often referred to as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ due to it low sweeping bridges that lay across the river Windrush, here you can surround yourself by wildlife at Birdland Park and Gardens or have some fun at the miniature replica of the Cotswold stone village at The Model Village, with plenty of restaurant and tea rooms on offer to finish off your day.

If you fancy a spot of golf, head over to South Cerney where you will find South Cerney Golf Club which is home to 9 and 18 holes as well as a fun driving range for all the family to enjoy.

There is something for everyone in Barnsley, and Winterberry Cottage is the perfect base!

The thriving village of Barnsley lies south of the Cotswold Hills and is surrounded by beautiful countryside and ancient, unspoilt villages, whilst also playing host to an annual village garden festival. Barnsley Park boasts evidence of a Roman settlement and was supposedly enjoyed by the wives of Henry viii. The village of Barnsley has its own village pub serving excellent food, as well as the 16th century Barnsley House where you can enjoy a day at the luxurious spa or take afternoon tea on the terrace overlooking the attractive gardens. Close by is Bibury, a picture perfect Cotswold village, set in a conservation area, nestling on the River Coln and home to Arlington Row, a 12th century former wool store, now owned by the National Trust. Cirencester, known as 'The Capital of the Cotswolds' is just a short drive away and boasts a rich and well-preserved heritage with a Roman Amphitheatre, Corinium Museum and Abbey Grounds. The Brewery Arts Centre offers visitors a unique arts and crafts shopping experience or visit the Bathurst Estate, home to Cirencester Polo Club where some of the highest levels of polo can be seen. The Regency spa town of Cheltenham, with its Georgian architecture and extensive range of shops, theatres, restaurants and visitor attractions, including the famous Gold Cup horse racing is also just a short drive away, as is the unique Cotswold Water Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Britain's largest water park, offering a wide range of activities including boating, water skiing, cycling, golf and horse riding. The area is also host to three nature reserves, all offering many lovely walks. Within an hours’ drive is Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford, Blenheim Place, Bath and the Malvern Hills and all are well worth a visit.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 2 x king-size (one with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC), 1 x twin.

Bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Oil fired central heating with woodburning stove.

Rangemaster oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, hairdryer.

Smart TV, surround sound, Blu-ray DVD player, WiFi, selection of books and DVD’s, darts board (without darts).

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair, cot and stairgate available on request.

Off-road parking for 2 cars.

Enclosed patio and lawn garden with furniture, gas barbecue and shed.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 4 miles, pub 0.1 miles.