About this property
This handsome former village pub in Leonard Stanley has been thoughtfully transformed into a generous home that invites friends and families to savour good company and Cotswold village life at its best. Set across three welcoming floors with room for up to 21 guests in nine bedrooms, The Fold keeps its historic character while offering modern comforts that make extended stays effortless and enjoyable.
Step inside and you’ll find spaces designed for shared moments and quieter retreats alike. The original bar area hints at the building’s past and now becomes a natural gathering spot for drinks and conversations, while a large well-equipped kitchen and dining area encourages lingering breakfasts and festive dinners together. Plush living rooms and cosy corners make it easy to relax after a day exploring the surrounding countryside.
Outdoors, the private garden opens to rolling views over Cotswold fields. Here you can unwind beneath the stars in the bubbling hot tub or enjoy morning coffee in the summerhouse before setting out on one of the many footpaths that thread through village lanes and countryside. Well-behaved dogs are warmly welcomed, and easy walks begin right from the doorstep.
With Stroud, Painswick and other classic Cotswold towns within easy reach, this home is an ideal base for exploring local markets, independent cafés and historic streets between days spent in spacious comfort. Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a friends’ retreat or a multi-generational getaway, it’s a place where the rhythm of village life and the joy of togetherness sit naturally side by side.
Nestled in the heart of the iconic Cotswolds countryside, The Fold offers guests a true taste of quintessential English rural life. Set in the peaceful village of Leonard Stanley, this characterful former village pub sits beside open fields and winding walking paths that invite you to explore the surrounding rolling hills. The sense of calm here reflects the classic Cotswolds charm that draws visitors from across the UK and beyond.
The village’s footpaths link directly with sections of the famed Cotswold Way, perfect for country walks and taking in panoramic views of patchwork pastures and ancient woodlands just beyond your doorstep. Historic market towns such as Stroud, Nailsworth and Painswick are all within easy reach, each with independent cafés, shops and seasonal markets to uncover.
A short drive further into the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty brings you to picturesque villages like Bibury, described as one of the most beautiful in England with its honey-stone cottages along the River Coln, epitomising the fairytale charm of the region.
For those wanting a blend of rural peace and cultural adventure, larger Cotswolds hubs such as Cirencester and historic cities like Bath and Oxford are within comfortable driving distance, offering world-class museums, architecture and dining.
Whether you’re here for long country walks, cosy village pubs, or exploring classic Cotswolds towns, The Fold is an ideal base to experience the timeless beauty of this beloved English landscape.
Accommodation
Ground Floor
- Open-plan kitchen and dining area
- Bar
- Sitting room
- Lounge with large fireplace
- Bedroom double bed and ensuite bathroom with walk in shower and WC
- Utility room
- WC
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed, smart TV and ensuite bathroom with walk in shower and WC
- Bedroom with double (Zip & Link) bed and smart TV
- Bedroom with double bed, single bed and smart TV
- Bedroom with double bed, smart TV and ensuite bathroom with walk in shower and WC
- Bedroom with double bed, smart TV and ensuite bathroom with walk in shower and WC
- Family bathroom with shower and WC
Second Floor
- Bedroom with double bed, smart TV and ensuite bathroom with bath and WC
- Bedroom with double bed, smart TV and ensuite bathroom with walk in shower and WC
- Bedroom with three single beds, smart TV and ensuite bathroom with walk in shower and WC
Exterior
- Private garden
- On-street village parking
- Coal BBQ (coal not provided)
- Patio with dining tables
- Hot tub
- Summerhouse
Additional Facilities
- Nespresso coffee machine
- Smart TV in each bedroom
- Wi-Fi
- Shower chair in ground floor ensuite