Stone Cottage, Stanton near Broadway, Cotswolds - Romantic Retreat

Arriving in Stanton you will be awed by the beautiful properties and unspoilt landscapes. Each lane is a display of the finest Cotswold stone cottages and thatched buildings, keep an eye out for the extra details added to some of their rooftops. Stone Cottage is set on the high street, just down the road from the well-renowned Mount Inn which offers spectacular views across the village and beyond.

You enter the cottage into the living room which houses the large inglenook fireplace and wood burner which when lit fills the room with its warmth and comforting crackle. This room has stone flooring, mullioned windows and wooden beams above reminding you of the building's history and adding lovely features. The bespoke kitchen at the rear of the cottage has a large skylight making this a fantastic place to prepare evening meals at the traditional AGA. Serving at the spacious dining table you have a contemporary space to enjoy time together over meals and drinks. At the far end is a cloakroom and stable door out to the rear entrance.

Spread over three floors with a bedroom on the first and second, each has its own privacy and the added benefit of an en-suite. The bedrooms are incredibly comfortable, and you are sure to get an undisturbed night's sleep in this rural village. Luxurious bedding and added blankets give that extra special touch to elevate your stay. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a freestanding bath waiting to be filled with bubbles to whisk you away to tranquillity.

Outside is a wooden table and chairs for dining al fresco surrounded by lavender and rose beds adding a delicate fragrance when in bloom. You will see horses passing by from the nearby stables and walkers heading off along the Cotswold Way which winds through the village. On-street parking makes it easy to get going in the morning to explore Broadway, Evesham and beyond to Stratford-upon-Avon and Cheltenham.

Ground Floor

Living Room:
A couple of internal stone steps from the front door take you into the living room. Put your feet up in front of the wood burner in this traditional cottage living room. With a flagstone floor, stone inglenook fireplace, wooden beams and mullioned windows you find yourselves back in the 17th century. A comfortable sofa and occasion chair let you relax and the sleek hidden TV provides entertainment. Characterful hooks let you hang your coat and there is space for boots.

Kitchen/Diner:
The kitchen/diner has a skylight above the cooking area making it bright and it is well-equipped for preparing meals with an AGA and electric oven/microwave and induction hob if you prefer. The dining table has plenty of space for your group and you have all the modern conveniences you could need including a coffee machine and Quooker hot water tap.

At the end of the room is a cloakroom with WC.

First Floor

Wooden stairs with a rope handrail lead up to the first floor, please take care as they are fairly narrow and have a turn.

Bedroom One:
The first bedroom is a master suite with a king-size bed and en-suite. Muted tones relax you while you investigate the quirky art pieces and stylish touches. The bed nestles in front of the mullioned window with a wooden beam above. Built-in storage provides plenty of space for keeping belongings during your stay and there are lamps and bedside tables.

En-Suite Bathroom:
The en-suite bathroom is a stunning room with a luxurious freestanding clawfoot bath. The separate shower has a rainfall head and there is a WC and sink. This tranquil room has a wooden floor, heated rail, and an exposed beam above the bathtub.

Second Floor

From outside bedroom one, a door opens to reveal the stairs up to the second floor which are also narrow with no handrail.

Bedroom Two:
This charming double room is open to the stairs and is tucked under the eaves so mind your head when you get up in the morning. It is a delightful room which is a cosy hideaway. There is a bedside table and lamp and carefully chosen décor adds style.

En-Suite Shower Room:
Statement floor tiles give this room a spa feel, and it overlooks neighbouring gardens. There is a shower, WC and sink.

Outside

From the front door, the short garden path passes between borders overflowing with life framed by espalier hornbeam trees, attractive lavender and rose beds creating beautiful colours in season. At the end is a large wooden table and chairs where you can gather for meals breathing in the fresh country air while horses clip-clop past.
On-street parking is available throughout Stanton and if you can't find a spot right outside the cottage there is sure to be space nearby.

This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Broadway cottage is smoke free.