Farthing Cottage - Self catering holiday cottage in Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds, England - Sleeps 2
Farthing Cottage
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Farthing Cottage is a very pretty traditional Cotswolds cottage which guests return back to time and time again because of its perfect location, lovely decor and traditional character - whether you want to eat out every night, enjoy a barbeque in the garden or snuggle up in front of a roaring log fire, this is the ideal place!
The cottage is available for both long and short breaks (out of high season). It is perfectly situated in a quiet back water of the popular historic Cotswolds market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, yet only a two minute stroll to the market square with its excellent selection of restaurants, gastro-pubs, delicatessens, art galleries and interesting little shops.
Being over 200 years old, the cottage has a wealth of character with beams, the original Cotswolds stone floor, stone walls and a lovely open fireplace. This is complemented by lovely furnishings, traditional fabrics, antique pine furniture, a romantic hand carved four poster bed and modern facilities including a flat screen television (with iPod docking and freeview channels), Hi-fi, wireless internet access throughout the cottage (free of charge), washer/dryer and DVD player.
Farthing Cottage benefits from private off-road parking for one to two cars which is located at the front of the cottage. From here the cottage is approached through a pretty cottage garden which is a sun trap and a perfect place to get away from it all and relax. Table, chairs, sun umbrella and BBQ are provided for guests use and there are herbs growing in the garden which guests are welcome to help themselves too - Why not buy some lovely local produce and cook yourself a romantic candelit supper or enjoy a BBQ and eat alfresco!
Farthing cottage is perfect for couples who want a romantic and relaxing holiday and also ideal for those wishing to explore the many delights that the Cotswold's has to offer. It also has some wonderful walks through rolling countryside to pretty villages from the front door (most including a pub for refreshments!) and benefits from being in the heart of one of the most popular historic towns in the Cotswold's with excellent eating establishments.
Facilities
Open Fire Near Pub/Restaurant Garden/Outside Area iPod Docking Internet Access Golf Facilities Nearby Off-Road Parking DVD Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave CD Player Shower Accessible via Public Transport
When you enter the cottage there is a sun room which is also the dining area and overlooks the pretty garden. From here there is the spacious living area which has a charming atmosphere and is full of traditional character with a heavily beamed ceiling, Cotswold stone walls and floor, and a lovely open working fireplace creating a magical atmosphere.
At the rear of the cottage is the kitchen area which is well equipped with a gas cooker and hob, microwave oven, fridge, freezer and washer/dryer. The shower room is also located at the rear of the cottage with a standard sized toilet and basin and a walk in cubicle with electric shower.
Upstairs is the lovely spacious romantic double bedroom which again has lots of character with exposed pine wooden floor boards, beams on the ceiling and views over the garden. A very pretty hand carved pine four poster bed, crisp linens and antique pine furniture help to create a very special and truly romantic atmosphere.
Whether you are looking for a summer or winter break, Farthing Cottage is the perfect place to stay in the heart of the Cotswolds.
Additional information: Prices include heating (this is central heating), electricity, linen, towels and a basket of logs (during winter months) to get your first lovely log fire going. There is a sofa bed in the sitting room which can be used (by arrangement) as an occassional bed for visiting guests. The cottage is fitted with wireless broadband so you can use your laptop in any room.
Access by public transport: It is possible to travel to Stow via public transport (trains regularly run from London Paddington to Moreton-in-Marsh and you can easily pick up a 10-15 minute taxi ride to take you to Stow). There are plenty of lovely shops in Stow where you can buy local produce and also a supermarket within walking distance. With a great selection of pubs and restaurants, lovely walks and a local bus service, this is an enjoyable holiday destination with or without a car.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £365 Mid Season from £390 High Season from £485 Peak Season £595
Key details:
Pets: No Smoking: No Children: Enquire with cottage owner Changeover Day: Friday
Payment options:
Paypal, Cheque, Bank Transfer
Bedroom configuration:
Sleeps 2 people in 1 bedroom (1 double room (+ sofa bed for occassional use))
Owner's details:
Owner: Sarah Brownfield click Contact Details for owner´s phone number and email address.
Farthing Cottage has been advertised with Independent Cottages since Jan 2006
"everything we needed for a truly romantic break. The cottage was beautiful, really clean and a real pleasure to come home to - sitting by the fire while it snowed outside made it perfect."
"the perfect place to spend our honey moon - loved the quiet location and pretty garden to relax in and thoroughly enjoyed walking into the town of an evening for dinner"
"It was a perfect place for home-base. The cottage itself is utterly charming, and you have done a first-rate job of outfitting it. The piece de resistance was when I was trying to decide what pot I would use to cook the farm-fresh asparagus that we had picked up on one of our rambles and I came upon an asparagus pot! I couldn't believe it.
Very clean, fabulously and tastefully furnished, and an extremely efficient, little cottage."
"Just a quick line to say thank you for the wonderful break Marilyn and I had last week. The cottage is lovely, we both could have easily stayed for a month!"
"Yet another wonderful stay at Farthing Cottage - we can wait to return again!"
Short breaks between October and March inclusive now being offered. Please check the availability calendar to see if your dates are available before enquiring.
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