Mutton Barn - Self catering holiday cottage in Alcester, Alne Hills, Warwickshire, Cotswolds, England - Sleeps 6
Mutton Barn
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Mutton Barn is a charming barn conversion that provides five star luxurious holiday accommodation for up to six guests. The barn boasts a wonderful rural location and affords breathtaking views over Warwickshires spectacular rolling countryside.
Located in an idyllic rural hamlet, Mutton Barn provides a peaceful retreat from which to explore the area or simply relax and unwind. Sitting high on top of Alne Hills, its gate opens directly on to the heart of England way with one hundred miles of footpath to explore. If that is not enough, the Arden Way crosses just a few hundred yards away and provides a further twenty six miles of footpath. The setting is perfect, flanked on the west by Alne Wood with its beautiful canopy of ancient oaks and vibrant carpet of bluebells during the spring.
The delightful ancient Roman market town of Alcester is just four miles away. A true architectural gem, it offers plenty of independent shops, along with pubs and restaurants. Just seven miles away is Stratford upon Avon providing plenty to see and do. Set on the banks of the River Avon, this beautiful town is steeped in history and culture. The birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford upon Avon is a popular tourist destination and home to the world famous Royal Shakespeare company and its theatres. The town boasts a good selection of shops and leisure facilities and plenty of eating establishments to suit all tastes.
Centrally positioned, Mutton Barn provides an ideal base for exploring the many attractions that Central England has to offer including Warwickshire and the Cotswolds. Within easy reach are the beautiful Cotswold villages of Broadway, Chipping Campden, Moreton-in-Marsh and the historic towns of Stow-on-the-Wold and Warwick famous for its tea rooms, antique shops and magnificent medieval castle. There are many lovely National Trust houses and gardens locally including Charlecote Park, Hidcote Manor Garden, Packwood House, Upton House, Baddesley Clinton and Coughton Court.
Birmingham city centre with its restaurants, stylish shopping malls and Symphony Hall, is only twenty minutes by train and the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) is twenty miles by car.
You will be spoilt for choice with things to see and do in the area including gardens, water parks, castles, children's farm park, museums, arboreteums, fabulous walks, boat hire, golf, hot air ballooning, horse riding, fabulous farmers markets, country pubs, gastro pubs and restaurants, clay pigeon shooting and much more. If you enjoy a day at the races, you also have Stratford upon Avon, Warwick and Cheltenham race courses nearby.
Facilities
Horse Riding Nearby Stables / Livery Onsite Log Burner Near Pub/Restaurant Garden/Outside Area iPod Docking Bike Storage Golf Facilities Nearby Off-Road Parking DVD Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Dishwasher CD Player Shower Bath Cot Kingsize Bed
Newly converted for 2011, Mutton Barn offers luxurious five star holiday accommodation which comfortably accommodates six guests but also lends itself well to smaller parties of two to four (discounts available).
Accommodation comprises:
Downstairs
Bespoke kitchen, fully equipped with granite work surfaces, gas range cooker, cooks island with chopping block, microwave, espresso coffee maker and dishwasher.
Dining/breakfast area which is incorporated into the kitchen, along with one side of the double sided log burner. Marble floors run throughout the kitchen/dining area and continue into...
Cosy lounge where you can curl up on the sumptuous sofa in front of a lovely log fire and enjoy a DVD on the Plasma television. From the lounge oak glazed doors open onto a patio area which is ideal for alfresco dinning with BBQ and furniture to help you un-wind at the end of the day.
Upstairs
Luxurious Master suite with walk-in wardrobe, king-size bed and its own private balcony. There is also and en suite bathroom with his and her hand basins, walk in shower room, deep bathing tub and WC.
Two further bedrooms both with king-size beds - all beds can be made up as singles upon request. Both rooms share the luxury family bathroom.
Outside: There is a private securely fenced garden.
Additional information: The owners welcome short breaks. Discounts available for smaller group of two to four guests. An initial supply of logs is included and additional supplies are available to purchase if required. Gas central heating throughout. One medium sized dog or two small well behaved dogs are welcome by prior arrangement with the owner at the time of booking (an additional charge of £25 per dog applies) - a stair gate is provided and dogs are not allowed beyond the ground floor and must not be left un-attended in the property at any time. Champagne, chocolates or flowers can be arranged on your behalf for arrival. A welcome basket is provided upon arrival. Towels and linen are provided. There is a separate out building for safe storage of leisure equipment.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £750 Mid Season from £950 High Season from £1200 Peak Season £1800
Key details:
Star Rating: 5 Star Pets: Yes Smoking: No Children: Yes Changeover Day: Flexible
Payment options:
Cheque, Bank Transfer
Bedroom configuration:
Sleeps 6 people in 3 bedrooms (1 King & 2 rooms which can be made up as Kings or Twins)
Owner's details:
Owner: Paul Devey click Contact Details for owner´s phone number and email address.
Mutton Barn joined Independent Cottages in May 2011
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Reviews and Testimonials for Mutton Barn
10th May 2011 Rob, Vreni, Patrick and Daniel Sibley Spain
Just spent a long weekend at Mutton Barn with our twp boys (in their early 20's) with the view to just chilling out and spending some quality family time together.
Mission accomplished, despite somewhat changeable weather, thanks to Paul's advise on what to do in the area.
The Barn is ideally located for a number of top tourist venues.
With the supreme comfort of the Barn We have all come away feeling totally relaxed and with the feeling of being plesantly isolated from the world for a few days.
As a host Paul has gone out of his way to make us feel welcombe.
The Barn is perfect ! We'll be back.
3rd May 2011 Adam Tess & Josh London
A lovely Barn great location and views, We don't really want to go home !!
The Barn is fully fitted out with everything we could have wanted and more, Excellent value for money. Mutton Barn and it's amenites are top draw.
You have been extremely helpful, friendly and have made us feel very welcome offering plenty of information and advice on the area, in summary we have had a great weeks holiday and would recommend Mutton Barn to anyone
24th April 2011 Frank, Sophie,Emily (10), Aiden (8), and Jamie (2) Schiender from Luxembourg.
What an absolutely wonderful week we have all had! What an absolutely spectacular place Mutton Barn is! Thank you Paul and Louise for making this a very special place - So much thought has gone into making this the perfect holiday escape, even leaving Easter Eggs in the pantry for the children - Thank You!!
Not only is Mutton Barn the perfect countryside escape, but its location is perfect for exploring this beautiful area -
The cotswolds don't miss Chipping campden, Bourton-on-the-Water,for shakespear lovers, of course Stratford Upon Avon...stop for a cream tea!
We all made it to Birmingham The Botanical Gardens and Alton Towers (1.5 Hours Drive away) but with 3 active children well worth the trip!
Warwick Castle was Spectacular, and Ragley Hall a lovely "picnic" and childrens play area and the House and gardens to visit of course.
But, best of all was the pleasure of Mutton Barn itself - so quiet. only the sound of a distant woodpecker & pheasant...
early morning sunrise over misty fields, BBQ and wine in the evening, and beautiful walks with the children in "bluebell forest". Mutton Barn's enclosed garden is perfect -even Mum was relaxed!
The Beds are fantatically comfortable, the sofa & blankets in the living room a delight to curl up in and there is always the woodstove, if chilly in the evening. The website photos don't do the place justice!
What more can I say we shall be back!
Oh and great horse riding with Jayniie, Thank You
A big thank you for the wine and local jams and all the extras that made us feel so welcome.
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