Charlton Down Cottage

This unspoilt corner of the Cotswolds is a dream come true for anybody looking for a peaceful escape. Charlton Down Cottage is hidden away just a stone’s throw from spectacular Cotswold highlights such as Westonbirt, Highgrove Gardens and Tetbury.

The cottage retains its charming traditional character while the spacious and well-equipped rooms make it a contemporary home-from-home. Start your days with breakfast in the garden and you’ll find you can’t resist the draw of your natural surroundings. The area is criss-crossed with walking routes, and you will be rewarded by the country pubs you stumble upon. Coming back to Charlton Down Cottage the handy utility is an added bonus giving you space to clean muddy paws. Lighting the woodburning stove in the open plan living/dining room you have a cosy evening ahead of you. Prepare a homecooked meal using local produce to be enjoyed at the dining table and watch a film together in the comfortable sitting area. Ideal for couples or small families, there are two king-size bedrooms and a large bathroom.

At any time of year, the garden is a feast of colour from the fiery reds and oranges of autumn to lush greens in the summer. If you’re lucky enough to stay when the laburnum is in bloom in spring you’re treated to a glorious display of bright yellows. It is a fantastic place to spend time with the dogs, enjoy the views while relaxing with a book and cook up a feast on the barbecue. There is off road parking for up to four cars on the gravelled driveway.

Ground Floor

Utility Room:
You enter Charlton Down Cottage into the utility room which is perfect for post-walk mucky boots and wet dogs. There is a sink, washing machine and tumble dryer and a second freezer. You will find extra storage space and room to leave coats, bags and shoes.

Open Plan Living/Dining Room:
The open plan living area is split across a sociable sitting area and a dining area. Two comfortable sofas add a pop of colour and face the smart TV and woodburner. The window looks out across the garden and there is a coffee table so you can sit and enjoy the view with a cup of tea.

The dining area has a table and chairs seating four. There is plenty of space to set the table for fine meals and celebrate a special occasion.

Kitchen:
In the spacious kitchen you have everything you need for a self-catering stay. With a double Belfast sink, oven and hob, fridge/freezer and lots of worktop space, you can prepare meals with ease.

First Floor

Landing:
The landing doubles as a workspace with a beautiful desk. Whether you are having to catch up on work or want to read one of the books on display here, you are sure to be distracted by the view. Looking out across the fields to Westonbirt the window seat will be hard to resist.

Bedroom One:
The king-size bed sits beneath the high ceilings in the first bedroom. The quiet position of the cottage provides a good night’s sleep as you sink into the plump bedding. A built-in wardrobe lets you hide your suitcases away and there are bedside tables.

Bathroom:
Soak amongst the bubbles in the wonderful bathroom. This large room has a bath with a hand-held shower, separate shower, and a toilet with a view.

Bedroom Two:
With a king-size bed the second bedroom is a fantastic place to wake up. Opening the blinds you are treated with a view of the garden which you can enjoy from bed. There are bedside tables and a chest of drawers while a decorative fireplace adds charm to this bedroom.

Outside

You will spend most of your time outdoors while staying here, either on country walks or in the lovely cottage garden. The south facing front lawn is ideal for a morning coffee and the entire garden is enclosed by a stone wall. To the rear a west facing sheltered terrace has a table and chairs to dine al fresco while enjoying the evening sun. Spread a blanket under the oak tree in this private garden and soak in the Cotswold sun, glass of wine in hand and dogs at your side, what could be better.