The booking via Sykes was very 'user-friendly', done very easily by helpful and friendly staff, and follow up emails quick and efficient.
Mrs Kirby, Tilbury, Essex, April 2013
The ease with which the booking was made. The person I spoke to was friendly and helpful. The booking process was simple.
, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff, April 2013
Just show me Gloucestershire Cottages
A Gloucestershire cottage is a fantastic choice for a
self-catering holiday, close to but just far enough from the well
trodden tourist route around the Cotswolds, yet still offering
plenty of things to see and do.
Framed by the rolling Cotswold Hills, the county town of
Gloucester features a superb Gothic cathedral (backdrop in Harry
Potter films), Victorian Docklands and Roman foundations - heritage
sites comfortably mixing with modern-day shops and entertainment.
For lots of half-timbered, Tudor houses and a graceful Norman
abbey, try Tewkesbury.
Another fantastic town not-to-miss is Cheltenham Spa, known for
its striking regency architecture, tree-lined streets, impressive
shopping and dining, not to mention its racecourse. Book your
Gloucestershire cottage early for the Cheltenham Gold Cup, a major
highlight of the racing calendar and the perfect opportunity to
splash out on a new frock!
Get out and about in the Forest of Dean, laden with stacks of
trails for rambling and riding, plus interesting relics from the
county's mining era like the ancient cave system at Clearwell.
Follow the Sculpture Trail from Beechenhurst Lodge or travel by
steam on the Dean Railway through one of the country's oldest
woodlands. Another popular leafy backwater for anything outdoorsy
is Westonbirt Arboretum. Or head for the Cotswold Country Park and
Beach for lakeside strolls, freshwater bathing and BBQs. Here
you'll also find Painswick Rococo Gardens, the
only surviving complete Rococo Garden in the UK, perfect for wiling
away an afternoon in old-fashioned elegance.
Other attractions range from castles and gardens to silk mills
and farm parks - great for entertaining the family the whole year
round.
So escape to a Gloucestershire cottage soon and fall under the
spell of this county's unhurried charms.
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Wildair Cottage | Minchinhampton | Gloucestershire
Contemporary single-storey Gloucestershire cottage, less than a mile from Minchinhampton town. En-suite, king-size bed, welcoming accommodation close to pretty commonland, great views and varied amenities. Stroud 4.5 miles.
Lower Forge | Minchinhampton | Gloucestershire
A charming 300-year old ground floor cottage in the centre of Minchinhampton. Comfortable accommodation. Close to Badminton, Gatcombe Park and the beautiful Cotswold countryside. Gloucester 13 miles.
Lilly Cottage | Whitecroft near Monmouth | Gloucestershire
Beautifully presented romantic Forest of Dean cottage. Edge of forest, close to many outdoor activities. Hot tub, woodburning stove. Monmouth 7 miles.
Wards Court 1 | Frampton on Severn | Gloucestershire
Spacious Gloucestershire self-catering apartment in pretty Frampton village. First floor, cosy accommodation. Gloucester 11 miles.
Nibletts Patch Cottage | Popes Hill near Littledean and Newnham-on-Severn, Forest of Dean | Gloucestershire
Charming single-storey Forest of Dean cottage in grounds of owners' home. Perfect base for a romantic retreat or exploring this beautiful area. Littledean 1.5 miles.
The Granary | Upper Lydbrook near Ross-on-Wye | Gloucestershire
single-storey stone cottage in Upper Lydbrook in the Forest of Dean, cosy and romantic retreat. Walks and cycle rides nearby. Ross-on-Wye 7 miles.
Brookbank Folly | Mitcheldean, Royal Forest of Dean | Gloucestershire
An outstanding, detached, timber framed Gloucestershire cottage on the edge of the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean. Perfect retreat for a romantic break or activity holiday at any time of year. Gloucester 13 miles.
Lakeview Yurt | Beckford near Tewkesbury | Gloucestershire
Delightful 20' yurt in Gloucestershire. Underfloor heating, roll top bath. Veranda with private hot tub and sauna overlooking the lake just a short stroll from Beckford village.
The Lakeside Yurt | Beckford near Tewkesbury | Gloucestershire
A unique Gloucestershire holiday home! Delightful 16’ round modern yurt, on the edge of the village of Beckford. Roll-top bath. Use of hot tub and swimming pool. Cheltenham 9 miles.
Appletree Barn | Bream, Royal Forest of Dean | Gloucestershire
Charming single-storey cottage on edge of Forest of Dean. Close to shop and pub, pet-friendly, private patio, ideal base for enjoying Forest. Set in Bream village. Monmouth 8 miles.