Stow Cottage Barn, Churchill

Oxfordshire. Sleeps up to 5

Stow Cottage Barn is a delightful, contemporary home which forms one end of a large converted barn and steam mill, tucked away peacefully in the lovely village of Churchill. Stow Cottage Barn is perfect for a couple, a family or a small group of friends seeking a relaxing break in the beautiful Cotswolds. Park-up in one of two convenient off-road parking spaces before unloading your bags and making your way into your welcoming home-from-home to begin your well-earned holiday. As you enter through the back garden and into door, be charmed by the large, stylish entrance hall which is a handy space for you to store your coats and shoes before entering the stunning open-plan living space; the sitting area is home to a large inglenook fireplace containing a warming woodburning stove and welcoming seating for you and your guests to sink into after a long day, the kitchen is well-equipped for home cooking and contains everything the budding chef of the group requires to cook up a delicious meal before you all retreat to the round dining table to plan your itinerary for the exciting days that lie ahead. Take the conversation outside by making your way through the French doors and enjoy a lovely patio area which contains outdoor seating and a barbecue, surrounded by pretty shrubs and bushes. When the night draws to a close, head back inside for a quick wash of your hands in the convenient cloakroom, before heading up to the first floor where you will find the bright and well-presented master bedroom which boasts attractive views of the garden and the surrounding countryside with an inviting king-size bed (zip/link, can be twin on request) where you can lay your head and catch up on your favourite Netflix show on the TV, and an additional large single sofa bed (available on request). Concealed in a cupboard you will find a handy washing machine and tumble dryer so you and your guests can go home with a clean bag of clothing and adjacent to this is a contemporary and bright en-suite bathroom. Further stairs lead you up to the second floor where the second bedroom is located in the eaves of the property, boasting beautiful views across the countryside towards Stow-on-the-Wold and contains a super-king-size bed (zip/link, can be twin on request) and an en-suite bathroom. Once you’ve has a restful night, get yourself ready in your personal en-suite and head out to discover the delightful local surroundings, including an ornate tower, lovely Cotswold stone cottages and a picture-perfect pub, The Chequers, serving locally brewed beer and rustic dishes set within a warming and friendly ambience. A short car journey will bring you to Chadlington where you will be able to indulge in delicious hamburgers, cool draft beers, lagers, ciders and rosé, and also the interesting cow juice at Diddly Squat Farm! Venture over to Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the “Venice of the Cotswolds” due to its quaint low bridges riding over the River Windrush, where you can immerse yourself in wildlife at Birdland Park and Gardens and surround yourself with natural beauty at 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, this reserve is open to public all year round and is not to be missed. Burford, known as Southern “gateway to the Cotswolds” is perched upon a hill and the high street is lined with charming antique shops, boutique stores, and cafés, here you can visit Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens where you will find over 250 species of animals and be inspired by the beautiful landscaping and seasonal displays throughout the park. For a holiday you will not forget, book Stow Cottage Barn.