APRIL COTTAGE, pet friendly in Mickleton, Gloucestershire

April Cottage is a period cottage with three homely bedrooms for six guests, in Mickleton, Gloucestershire.

Tucked away down a quiet street in Mickleton is this beautiful, period property, April Cottage. It is the perfect getaway for a family or group of friends alike to spend a relaxing holiday in the beautiful countryside.
The stunning property is be is believed to date back approximately three hundred years and combines a mixture of traditional timber frame and Cotswold stone building styles. On arrival park up on the off-road parking space, before entering into the sitting room that exudes traditional character with oak beams and frames and exposed Cotswold stone walls, where you can relax of the inviting seating whilst watching a film on the Smart TV, as you are kept warm and toasty by the woodburning stove and underfloor heating. Moving through the property on the beautiful flagstone flooring you will come to the kitchen/dining room, where you can cook delicious meals using the contemporary appliances as you retreat to the beautiful dining table to indulge in your meals and toast to an exciting holiday that lies ahead. Adjacent to the kitchen/diner sits a handy utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer as well as a cloakroom with a basin and WC. Relatively steep stairs wind up to the first-floor, where you will find three lovely bedrooms all beautifully set in the eaves of the cottage; there is a king-size bedroom with an en-suite walk-in shower basin and WC, a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, all with storage space.

In the morning, enjoy a long soak amongst the bubbles in the bath or have an invigorating rinse in the power shower, before moving downstairs to make you and your guests a steaming mug of coffee using the Nespresso coffee machine, to be enjoyed in the enclosed garden at the front of the property, to delight in the peaceful views down the lane towards the church, where you can also make use of the charcoal barbecue during the warmer months. The cottage is located on a quiet lane, close to the beautiful local church, Church of St Lawrence. The location is ideal for exploring some of England's finest countryside, towns and villages, such as Chipping Campden where you can start your day with a delicious breakfast at Campden Coffee Co before heading over to Dover’s Hill to enjoy the stunning views over the Vale of Evesham where you can join the Cotswold Way, which is a 100-mile walking trail, taking you through picturesque villages, breath-taking countryside and famous ancient sites and finish off your day with a heart-warming meal at The Swan in Broadway – the second stop on Cotswold Way! Shakespeare's birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon, is within easy access, and is a well-known tourist destination, where you can visit an array of attractions including Magic Alley, Stratford Butterfly Farm and The MAD Museum, and finish off with a lovely dinner at one of the many restaurants in Stratford-upon-Avon. For a wonderful holiday that all the family will cherish, stay at April Cottage.

Note: Two dogs welcome at an additional charge of £20.00 each.

Amenities: Gas central heating with underfloor heating and woodburning stove. Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, two undercounter fridges, one with a small freezer compartment, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine (without capsules), kettle, toaster, hairdryer. Smart TV, DVD player, access to Netflix (account holders only), DAB radio, iPod docking station, selection of children's DVDs, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and cot available. Off-road parking for 2 cars. Front patio garden with furniture and charcoal barbecue (without coal) available in summer months. Two well-behaved dogs welcome - no other pets allowed. Sorry, no smoking or vaping (including in the front courtyard garden and small outside area to the rear due to the cottage’s exposed timber frame). Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles

Region: Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.

Town: The charming village of Mickleton in Gloucestershire lies on the western edge of the Cotswolds Hills, close to the borders of Warwickshire and Worcestershire. Boasting many attractive black and white buildings, Mickleton offers a good selection of village amenities including a well-stocked shop, farm shops offering a taste of the area and two traditional pubs. Mickleton village is home to the famous Pudding Club at the Three Ways House Hotel, Definitely worth booking ahead for a full on 'Pudding Club experience'. Mickleton lies just south of the infamous Meon Hill, said to have inspired Tolkien's Weathertop from The Lord of the Rings. The small market town of Chipping Campden is close by, boasting an elegant terraced high street dating back to the 14th century. Here you can discover old inns, specialist shops, tea rooms and a splendid 17th century market hall. Also nearby is Shipston-on-Stour with its magnificent 17th century church. Stratford-upon-Avon can be reached within a pleasant drive, and is alive with character with its famous theatre, medieval buildings, cafes, charming riverside walks and boating trips. The magnificent medieval castle at Warwick makes a great day out for all the family, or why not visit the National Trust house at Charlecote Park with its graceful gardens, intriguing maze and deer park? Many unspoilt Cotswold towns and villages are dotted about this wonderful rural area, making Mickleton a superb holiday destination at any time of year.