Locks Cottage, Painswick - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms
About
A tiny, single track driveway leads from the main road, weaving down through the valley. Take this drive slowly, not least so you can appreciate the view which encompasses some of the most beautiful countryside in the Cotswolds. As you round the last bend the tree-lined lane comes to an end, revealing in front of you, Locks Cottage. This charming stone cottage is nestled into the hillside overlooking a timeless, rural view of rolling tree-lined hills and fields. Steps lead from the driveway down to the front door, which opens into a delightful open-plan space designed to bring people together. Encompassing the kitchen, dining area, and living room, this wonderfully sociable area ensures no one need feel left out. Ascend one staircase and you'll find a spacious playroom/games room where a pool table, mini tabletop football and Smart TV will keep children of all ages entertained, and one of the bedrooms which boasts an ensuite bathroom. Climb the other flight of stairs and you'll discover two charming bedrooms and a family bathroom, on the top floor is the master bedroom with an expansive ensuite, a twin bedroom and a further shower room. A large garden wraps around Lock's Cottage with lots of space for relaxing, garden games and picnics accompanied by the sound of birdsong and the wind in the trees. With fields and woodland-clad hills as your backdrop and barely a manmade object in your viewfinder, this is also perfect star-gazing country. Don't forget to pack wellies or walking boots as the whole area is criss-crossed with walking trails, starting with one at the end of the drive, and you can bring one four-legged friend along too. *Dogs: 1 well-behaved dog welcome at the cottage at an additional cost each. Please let us know if you will be bringing a dog and we will then revise your booking confirmation. The pet fee is NOT included in your booking fee. A request for an additional fee per pet will be sent to you after you have placed your booking. Your pet fee must be paid for before your arrival date. Ground Floor The front door opens into the main social hub of the cottage, a delightful open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, which is filled with light from multiple windows and doors which lead to the garden. Kitchen: The kitchen area is a pleasing blend of traditional and modern. A wood-burning stove sits within the original stone fireplace, with a comfy armchair to the side and a colourful rug covers the wooden floor underfoot. An antique pedestal table with two chairs creates an informal space to sit with a coffee or the morning papers. The other side of the space is a thoughtfully designed kitchen fitted with stylish olive-green kitchen cupboards and white work surfaces, which conceal everything needed for easy meal preparation. A double butlers sink is placed in front of the original stone windows, and opposite the fireplace, a line of wall cupboards provides plenty of storage space for anything you might bring with you. From the kitchen, a wooden staircase leads to the playroom/games room. Dining Area: Delineated from the kitchen by a double-sided bookcase packed with a substantial array of novels of all genres for guests to enjoy, along with children's books, interior design guides and art reference books, the dining area features a table to seat 10. When not in use as a dining table, this is the perfect spot for board games, jigsaw puzzles and arts and crafts. Living Room: The whole lower ground floor space is super-sociable and features a mix of original elements, along with contemporary, modern, and vintage pieces, which come together to create a welcoming space where everyone can relax. Gathered around a large, upholstered ottoman are four comfortable armchairs and a plump charcoal and white sofa. Cushions have been added to one of the deep windowsills, carving out a window seat where you can relax and unwind as you gaze out to the garden and the valley beyond. Double doors lead from the living room into the large garden. From the living room, there is a stone staircase to the first floor. First Floor Utility: This useful space has double doors to the driveway, which is ideal for any guests staying in bedroom one. To one side is a washing machine and a separate tumble dryer. The large hand-painted wooden bench is a good place to sit and remove outdoor gear and muddy boots. This area is also handy for drying off wet dogs after countryside walks. Bedroom One: This bright and cheerful double room has double doors, one half of which is designed as a stable door, so the top can open allowing fresh air to flow in. There are original wood ceiling beams, bedside tables with reading lamps and pops of colour from the vibrant bedspread and cushions. Ensuite: The adjacent ensuite has stunning green ceramic tiles on the floor and boasts a large shower with a rainfall shower head, a hand basin with a large mirror above it and a WC. Playroom/Games Room: With a pool table