The property
This beautiful terraced cottage lies in the heart of the pretty Cotswolds town of Winchcombe, between Cheltenham and Broadway, perfectly located for the Cheltenham Gold Cup Racing Festival.
Bumble Cottage is well-suited for couples wanting a romantic break or a small family wishing to spend time together.
Many original features combine beautifully with modern contemporary furnishings to make you feel right at home.
There is a large open-plan living room, complete with a kitchen and breakfast bar for enjoying your morning coffee, while the dining area is great for getting everyone together at mealtimes.
Move across to the sitting area next to the bi-fold doors and find the perfect spot for birdwatching, the doors can fully open onto the enclosed garden, ideal for summer entertaining.
There is a wonderful separate lounge with sumptuous seating and a woodburning stove to warm your toes on those cooler evenings.
Make your way upstairs to the two lovely bedrooms and a shower room, each with character features.
Just a five-minute walk takes you to many gorgeous pubs and restaurants in the town, where you can enjoy afternoon tea in one of the charming cafés or purchase locally-sourced meat and veg to enjoy around the dinner table back at the cottage.
Enjoy a guided walk about the town, while you can also explore the Cotswold Way, Gloucestershire Way, Warden's Way and Windrush Way with a network of wildlife-rich trails.
A beautiful Cotswolds cottage to be enjoyed all-year-round.
About the location
WINCHCOMBE
Cheltenham 8 miles; Broadway 9 miles; Gloucester 17 miles.
The bustling Fairtrade town of Winchcombe, a conservation site, lies above the River Isbourne, midway between Cheltenham and Broadway. Visitors can sample a mouthwatering array of local produce in the town's restaurants, wine bars, tea shops and deli's, or stroll around the eclectic range of local shops, all located along the three main streets, which remain full of character with their honey coloured stone and timbered exterior. The town also plays host to music and arts festivals, country shows and farmers’ markets. Guided walks around the town are on offer throughout the summer months, while Winchcombe lies on the intersection of the Cotswold Way, Gloucestershire Way, Warden's Way and Windrush Way, providing ample walking to suit all abilities. The quintessential English village of Broadway is just a short drive away and offers individual shops and boutiques, art galleries, restaurants and hotels, including the world-renowned Lygon Arms, popular for centuries and now offering spa facilities. The regency spa town of Cheltenham boasts beautiful Georgian architecture and a delightful range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants, pubs and visitor attractions, including the famous racecourse. Many unspoilt Cotswold towns and villages lie to the east, whilst to the west is the waterfront city of Gloucester and the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean. The beautiful World Heritage city of Bath, Shakespeare's birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon, and Warwick, with its magnificent castle, are all within an hour’s drive.
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