The Fascinator

The Fascinator: Gloucestershire

With a whole town of Regency architecture to admire, Cheltenham is full of listed buildings and has an altogether regal air. While it might be well known for the races, you don’t need to don your best hat when staying in this funky, modern home, eleven minutes from the town centre. With classic features like large Georgian windows in every room, but a playful and colourful decor, there’s a certain delight in the contrasts. We also love the mirrored dressing table in the bedroom, which feels more LA than Gloucestershire, but certainly adds to the VIP vibe. Its large bathroom boasts a huge freestanding tub as well as a separate rainfall shower – much better than the famous English drizzle. And if you're lucky enough to be here during a sunny spell, you’ve got your own private patio with a cute dining set – perfect for an alfresco glass of pinot grigio. If you’re in need of some more lush greenery, pack a picnic full of local deli goods and head out to Montpellier Gardens, a seven-minute walk from home.

Home truths:
*As this home allows for self check-in with a keypad, you won't meet your host in person
*This home has its own private entrance and even a handy vestibule at the front, but you'll need to climb down a set of stairs to access it
*Your host can provide a cot and high chair upon request if you're bringing the kids along
*If you're bringing a car, free parking is available on the street or on the premises (we recommend having a car to explore the region in full)
*Your host doesn't recommend this home for infants under two years old