The Cotswold Way

The Cotswold Way: Gloucestershire

There's something to satisfy everyone's wanderlust at this charming period cottage nestled right in the beating heart of Chipping Campden. This is your gateway to the best of the Cotswolds – Market Hall, The Spa at Cotswold House and Chipping Campden's bustling high street are all within walking distance. And when it's time to explore further afield, jump in the car and you can be in the chocolate-box villages of Bourton-on-the Water and Stow-on-the-Wold in fifteen minutes flat.

Back at this cosy home away from home, exposed Cotswold stone walls, higgledy-piggledy beams and a crackling wood-burning stove bring all the charm. While we liked the comfortable bedrooms and sparkling bathrooms, what really blew us away was the impressive kitchen and dining area. It's the true hub of the home, with plenty of room to cook and dine together. We can easily imagine mornings here, the French doors open wide as you sip coffee on the patio and tuck into a lazy breakfast around the dining table. We also loved the techy extras, like nest heating, electronic locks and Google Home Bluetooth speakers. With the occasional bleat from the neighbouring sheep your only distraction, it doesn't get much more charming than this.

A true recipient of the Plum Award, this home has also received the Green Tourism Silver Award, in recognition of this host's dedication to green initiatives such as energy and water efficiency and mindful waste reduction. Your host can share recommendations on local farmers markets and shops selling locally-sourced food, as well as eco-friendly activities such as cycling routes and nature trails to help you enjoy your stay in Chipping Campden, all the while reducing your carbon footprint. It's a win-win.

Home truths:
*The stairs are very narrow and only have one hand rail – this is not suitable for those with restricted mobility
*The cottage has two off-street parking spots but the driveway is narrow – it's also right by the front door, so the view from the lounge is the car on the drive
*Guests can charge their electric vehicles on the property
*The third bedroom is snug with limited ceiling height – we'd recommend using it as a child's bedroom
*You'll check yourself into the home with a unique code
*This home is directly on the street with a neighbour close by – that said, the street is quiet so there won't be much noise
*Child-friendly amenities like a cot, high chair, stair gate and fireplace guards are available upon request at no extra cost