Guests say
The Downs Barn Lodge is a charming and spacious cottage set in beautiful grounds, offering a peaceful and comfortable retreat with easy access to the Cotswolds and local amenities such as a farm shop. Guests consistently praise the cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and helpful hosts. While the cottage is well-equipped and ideal for families and dog owners, some mention minor issues with heating in colder months, TV reception, and a few kitchen essentials. Overall, guests thoroughly enjoy their stays and frequently express a desire to return.
Multiple guests describe the cottage as spotless, very well equipped, and comfortable. There are no significant complaints about cleanliness, and the property is consistently praised for its presentation.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful surroundings, proximity to the Cotswolds, and convenience to local attractions like the farm shop and pubs. Some minor road noise is mentioned but is not seen as a major drawback.
Guests frequently mention the spaciousness, comfortable beds, and cosy atmosphere, especially with the wood burner. A few note the heating can be less effective in winter, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern amenities, including a dishwasher and log burner. Some guests mention issues with TV reception, heating in colder months, and a few missing kitchen items, but these are generally minor.
Some guests received a welcome pack (such as chocolates), and hosts are described as helpful and responsive. However, the welcome pack is not always as expected and is not guaranteed. Personal touches could be improved for a more homely feel.
About this property
Children are welcome at the property and can roam freely in the grounds, excellent organic shop close by, close to many attractions.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Air source heat pumping (underfloor in en-suite and bathroom), solar-powered electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner provided, additional logs available locally. Welcome pack. Small lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Natural grounds. Outdoor table tennis table. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times. No smoking.. The Downs Barn Lodge is a single-storey, detached lodge, within an aonb, sadly we have recently lost all of our re-homed battery chickens, but we are waiting for the next batch to be liberated. Adjacent to the owner’s beautiful home, which has featured in many magazines and newspapers, the holiday property is located in the heart of the Cotswolds, between the town of Stroud and Cirencester. There is an award-winning farm shop and café just a 3-minute walk from the property. Superbly located for touring the villages of the Cotswold Hills, Tetbury and Westonbirt all close by, and Cheltenham within 20 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub ¾ mile.
Free WiFi
Initial fuel included for woodburner, rest available locally. The building is heated by an air source heat pump.Children are welcome to enjoy the garden but are strictly prohibited from entering the rear of the garden marked private and the lawn in front of the main house. They should be supervised at all times. There is a swing attached to a tree and it can be used at your own risk.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (29)
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Laura Squire
This is a beautiful cottage surrounded by mature well kept gardens, and attractive landscape. Within walking distance of a perfect farm shop cafe with entertainment. Secure off road parking. Bring DVD as the tele hasn't got smart capability. The log burner burns hot and fast. We only needed it to dry clothing when it was a rainy day. Personally we could have done with a guard as we had to be very aware where our daughter was. Overall we loved our stay and felt comfortable in. A beautiful roll top bath which our daughter loved. Being an older property it lacked water pressure. So just be mindful when planning baths. The kitchen has dishwasher,microwave and oven and hob. So worked perfectly for what we needed. We will be back
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Loraine Barnatt
The cottage was bigger than expected with comfortable accommodation. There's a bit of road noise from a main road close by, but the tranquility of the garden makes up for it.Jolly Nice Farm Shop at the end of the lane is well worth a visit, as are the local pubs, The Crown Inn and The Old Lodge.It's a great location for exploring this lovely county.
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Ub lim
We had a lovely staycation. The place was nice and warm in the month of January, enough woods for fireplace and portable heaters were provided. Also, Thank you so much to the Owners for posting back our things that we left in a rush. Definitely recommend to friends and families..