Gleed Cottage

About this property

In the idyllic village of Naunton is this beautiful, traditional Cotswold stone property, Gleed Cottage. Enjoying a peaceful location, just paces away from the well-regarded pub, this homely dwelling is ideal for two couples or a small family seeking a rural escape.

Entering the property, you will discover a blend of character features, complimented by contemporary furnishings, the living/dining room has lovely oak beams, flagstone flooring and a large inglenook fireplace home to a warming woodburning stove, slouch into the welcoming sofa and watch some entertaining TV with your loved ones.

Prepare delicious meals in the well-appointed kitchen and gather round the dining table to enjoy your meal together, as you toast to a wonderful holiday ahead.

Gleed Cottage offers two welcoming bedrooms, bedroom one located on the first floor is a lovely double bedroom and shares the floor with the bathroom, and bedroom two is accessed up a second flight of stairs, through a ledge and brace door and into the eaves of the cottage where you will find twin beds that can be set up as a king-size bed on request.

The beautifully presented, enclosed garden is found at the front of the house and has a pleasing patio area, with furniture and a barbecue to make use of in summer months!

If you fancy getting out of the kitchen, just steps outside your door you will find The Black Horse Inn which has a pleasant ambience and offers home-made, locally sourced food and lovely drinks, or explore the beautiful countryside of the Cotswolds, with the centre of Naunton right on your doorstep and the River Windrush flowing through the village which is set in a ‘bowl’ within the scenic Cotswold hills, it’s the perfect place for exploring.

Nearby Bourton-on-the-Water, often referred to as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ due to the low arched bridges that cross over the River Windrush, boasts a variety of popular shops and attractions such as Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection and The Model Village – Bourton-on-the-Water in model form, and Greystones Farm & Nature Reserve which is home to wildflower meadows and a working organic farm; offering time out from the hustle and bustle of the village centre.

Visit the bustling market town of Stow-on-the-Wold where you can stroll around the market square and discover the town stock which dates back to the 15th century and is shaded by a majestic Elm Tree and then head over to St Edward’s Parish Church where you will find the enchanting looking tree surrounded doorway and finally, finish off with refreshing tipple at The Porch House.

Cheltenham is just under a 30-minute drive from Gleed Cottage and has a wealth of activities; if you’re into a spot of shopping The Promenade is the place to be as it has been named as one of the top five best shopping streets in Britain! For some beautiful scenery, be sure to visit Pittville Park which is the city's largest ornamental park that includes playgrounds, a boating lake and an aviary.

For an idyllic stay in a peaceful location, choose Gleed Cottage, Naunton.

Cheltenham is a town in Gloucestershire and lies beneath Cleeve Hill, the highest point in the Cotswolds and above the vale of the River Severn. It is known as 'The Western Gateway to the Cotswolds'. This edge-of-the Cotswolds spa town is hard to beat for refined elegance and Regency terraces, annual festivals, Ladies' College and racecourse. Also fortnightly farmers markets, classy shops and restaurants all surrounded by glorious countryside. The town is home to the renowned Cheltenham Festival, 4 days of horse jump racing culminating in the Gold Cup, held annually in March at Cheltenham Racecourse. It's also known for Regency buildings, including the Pittville Pump Room, a remnant of Cheltenham’s past as a spa town. There's fine art at The Wilson museum, and the Victorian Everyman Theatre has an ornate auditorium.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x second floor zip/link twin, can be king size on request.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Living/dining room with woodburning stove

Electric central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric cooker and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher.

kettle, toaster, TV, DVD player, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair, cot and stairgate available.

On-street parking.

No Electric Vehicle Charger.

Patio garden with furniture and barbecue.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4.5 miles, pub 0.1 miles