The Buzzy Bumblebee

When you picture a quintessential Cotswolds getaway, chances are, you imagine a cosy cottage with wooden beams and a crackling fireplace nestled in a charming chocolate-box village. If that's the case, you'll love this home in Winchcombe. Not only is it walking distance to the town's array of country inns, cafes, eateries (including a Michelin starred restaurant) and boutiques, but there's more than enough to keep you busy on rainy days, too. Back at home, you'll find a DVD player, board game collection and a selection of books for you to enjoy, plus a sleek eat-in kitchen perfect for family meals. There's nothing better than snuggling up by the wood-burner on chilly evenings, but when the weather is nice, the garden is where you'll want to be. Open the bi-fold doors and bask in the sunshine while sipping wine and grilling up a storm on the charcoal barbecue. It's enclosed – ideal for little ones or four-legged family members – and the summerhouse offers storage for bikes if you're keen to cycle through the countryside.

Home truths:
*The maximum occupancy is four guests and one infant
*The single beds can be arranged as a super-king on request
*A travel cot and a high chair can be provided on request, but you must bring your own cot linen
*One large or two small dogs are welcome for a £40/dog fee
*You'll want a car to explore the surrounding area – there's on-street parking nearby
*This is a period cottage with narrow, steep stairs that may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
*Mobile phone reception is generally OK
*You can work remotely at the vanity upstairs or around the dining table
*Starter supply of wood provided for the wood-burning stoves from 1st October to 30th April only
*The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis