Thyme & Sage
12 guests
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6 bedrooms, 9 beds
4 bathrooms
sq/ft
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This idyllic stone house is built in a quintessentially Cotswold style, and is surrounded by a beautiful garden with a swimming pool, tennis court and zip wire. The house is a fifteen-minute car ride from the nearby spa town of Cheltenham where you can go to the races, have a fantastic meal, or enjoy the boutique shops. The rural landscape is characterised by rolling green hills and enclosed limestone valleys, perfect for country walks. The local villages are equally magical, cottages are built with cream Cotswold stone and lush fields are separated by dry-stone walls.
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What to expect
Highlights
A double-oven Aga
The swimming pool
A wood-burning stove
The original wooden door
Beautiful original features
Exposed wooden rafters
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Home truths
Tall guests might need to stoop under some low ceilings and rafters
Care should be taken on the steep steps to the top floor
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Pets allowed
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Swimming pool
Garden / courtyard
TV
Bedrooms & bathrooms
6 bedrooms, 9 beds
4 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Fridge fills
Laundry and dry cleaning
Luggage storage
Restaurant reservations
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About The Cotswolds
When you think of rolling hills, hedgerows, and thatched country pubs, the chances are you're thinking of the Cotswolds. The area is home to some of the most picturesque villages in the UK, but also market towns, palaces, and more than 3000 miles of footpaths and bridleways. Whichever part you’re in, there are guaranteed to be stunning trails and charming limestone villages at an easy distance – and a tranquil country atmosphere is a given. Historic treasures like Belas Knap (built around 3000 BC) are dotted all over.
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Practice on Lilley Brook Golf Club's putting green
Spend the day exploring the undulating eighteen-hole course with sweeping views from the clubhouse restaurant and terrace. Mature trees influence your play and provide a stunning backdrop.
Relax and unwind at the Cowley Manor spa
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Enjoy a decadent dining experience at The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie Cheltenham
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Feel the wind in your sails at Cotswold Water Park
The water park has 170 lakes set across the countryside of Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and West Oxfordshire. Explore the water by canoe or ride the wind by sailing or windsurfing.
Watch the jockeys jump at Cheltenham Racecourse
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Feed the animals at Cotswold Farm Park
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Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Rebecca
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. The house has been owned and treasured by Gilly and her family since 1920. The host you'll meet, though, is likely Rebecca, who is incredibly warm and always eager to help.
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