Description
Summary
Hoo Farm is a fabulous Cotswold stone farmhouse sat within grounds of almost 70 acres, sleeping 10+3 guests, in five bedrooms (with the +3 option being a double sofa bed, suitable for two adults, and a “Z” bed, suitable for one child), with four stylish bathrooms. This spacious home has been renovated over the years to create a spectacular property with a contemporary interior and modern facilities which include wireless internet access, two Smart TVs and a well-equipped kitchen. The property itself has a beautiful exterior to match its interior, with climbing roses trailing around the stone mullion windows, and an exquisite garden which encompasses the farmhouse.
Hoo Farm enjoys a tranquil setting with panoramic countryside views. Guests are encouraged to explore the extensive grounds it sits within, ranging from fields with livestock to rich woodlands and a paddock. The owners’ horses roam free in the neighbouring fields, and guests are welcome to stable their horses on site, by prior arrangement with the owners, making use of the many scenic bridleways. There is ample off-street parking available on the driveway.
Location
Hoo Farm is located in the peaceful hamlet of Laverton, just three miles away from the popular village of Broadway. Laverton is off the beaten track and consists of attractive 17th century properties surrounded by the glorious countryside of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are plenty of cycle routes and walks to explore, including sections of the Cotswold Way and the Winchcombe Way, a lesser known long distance trail which focusses on hidden gems. This trail links Laverton to the neighbouring village of Stanton, a picturesque and idyllic village with thatched cottages and a well-regarded pub, The Mount Inn. Stanton is also home to Cotswold Riding, an equine facility run by Jill Carenza which provides hacks for riders of all abilities. To the north of Laverton lies Buckland, a quiet village with the award-winning Buckland Manor restaurant which offers an unforgettable dining experience whether it be lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.
Laverton is within easy reach of many popular North Cotswold villages including Snowshill, with Snowshill Manor and the Lavender Fields, Broadway, with its variety of tea rooms, restaurants and art galleries, and Winchcombe, home of Sudeley Castle. The region offers a wide range of activities for all ages and a firm favourite is the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway which is a 29 mile round trip from Broadway to Cheltenham, passing through gorgeous scenery with several station stops. Further afield destinations such as Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle and Oxford are accessible for day trips.
Description
Hoo Farm is the perfect house for a family celebration or gathering of friends looking for a unique rural retreat surrounded by the beautiful Cotswold countryside. The house is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Kitchen/breakfast room/sitting room |
This open plan area is the true heart of the home and is wonderful for socialising with friends and family. With fabulous views of the garden and fields beyond, this room contains:
- gas Aga, with three ovens
- electric oven with four-ring induction hob
- dishwasher, kettle, toaster and Nescafé Dolce Gusto coffee machine
- stunning bay window seat and easy chair
- large wooden dining table which can seat up to 14 guests
- two three-seater sofas, armchair and footstool
- fireplace with wood burning stove
- Smart TV
- Bluetooth music system
|
| Living room |
The second living area is an elegant triple aspect room which is bathed in sunlight and offers delightful views of the garden. With exposed wooden beams, this room contains:
- three three-seater sofas and armchair
- stone fireplace with ornate mantelpiece and gas flame effect stove
- Bluetooth music system
- piano
|
| Snug/study |
This warm and inviting dual aspect room has a stunning outlook and contains:
- two-seater sofa
- double sofa bed, available upon request
- ornamental cast iron fireplace
- Smart TV
Off the snug is an anteroom, perfect as a study. It contains:
- writing desk and chair
- DAB radio
- selection of books
- antique reading chair and Moroccan coffee table
|
| Utility room |
Contains:
- washing machine
- fridge/freezer and microwave
|
| Cloakroom |
Contains:
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| Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom |
This wonderfully spacious and light bedroom has stone mullion windows which overlook the breathtaking grounds. It contains:
- king size bed
- built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers and blanket box
- armchair
The stylish plum ensuite bathroom contains:
- bath, walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
|
| Bedroom 2 with ensuite bathroom |
Overlooking the stables, this dual aspect room with stone mullion windows contains:
- king size bed
- built-in wardrobe and chest of drawers
The ensuite bathroom contains:
- walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin
|
| Bedroom 3 |
With further fabulous views, this bedroom contains:
- super king size bed or two single beds
- open hanging space and chest of drawers
- bedroom chair
|
| Bedroom 4 |
This lovely bedroom contains:
- king size bed
- built-in wardrobe and chest of drawers
|
| Bedroom 5 with ensuite bathroom |
Another well-proportioned bedroom which contains:
- king size bed
- freestanding wardrobe and chest of drawers
The contemporary ensuite bathroom contains:
- large walk-in shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
|
| Family bathroom |
Contains:
- bath with handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
|
The back door in the kitchen leads out into the magnificent garden, beautifully maintained and landscaped. A paved terrace directly outside the kitchen houses an outdoor table with seating for ten, and a charcoal barbecue, and is the perfect setting for warm summer evenings surrounded by gorgeous flowers, climbing roses and uninterrupted views of the Cotswold countryside. Steps lead down to the immaculate lawn which is home to leafy shrubs, attractive flower beds and two striking cypress trees. Beyond the trees, in an area separated from the main garden by a gated fence, flows a peaceful stream, and over the stone bridge lies the duck pond. The owners’ grounds cover over 60 stunning acres, and guests are welcome to explore the earthy woodlands and pleasant country footpaths at their leisure.
There is plenty of off-street parking on the property's driveway.
Key Features
Key Features
Booking and payment
Character Cottages is a marketing agency and we do not own any of the cottages listed on our website. We manage a proportion of cottages within our portfolio and the remaining properties are managed by a third party property manager or the property owner – your pre-arrival email will contain confirmation and contact details for your property manager. Bookings made via us form a legal agreement directly between you and the property owner.
For bookings commencing more than 10 weeks in advance, a 30% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm the booking. The balance payment is then due 10 weeks prior to arrival.
All payments are made subject to the cancellation policy set out in the standard Booking Conditions.
Security deposits
A security deposit of £350 is payable, which is returned after the letting period, subject to an inspection of the property. For the avoidance of doubt, guests are requested to leave the property in a reasonable condition, consistent with the property's appearance upon arrival. In the event that the owners, or their appointed housekeepers, have to spend additional time tidying up after your departure, then the cost of this extra time may be deducted from your security deposit. The security deposit is payable prior to arrival at the property, via a bank transfer or a valid debit or credit card.
Occupancy
The maximum occupancy of the property, including its grounds, is 10+3 guests at any point during your stay (with the +3 option being a double sofa bed, suitable for two adults, and a "Z" bed, suitable for one child). Unauthorised over occupancy is a breach of our terms and conditions and may result in the cancellation of your booking and additional charges. Please consult us prior to booking if you wish to discuss the possibility of having more than 13 guests at the property.
Infants who sleep in a cot do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions, the occupancy figure may only be exceeded by two additional infants, or one infant and one toddler up to the age of three.
Pets
Regrettably, pets are not accepted.
Bed linen and towels
Bed linen and towels are provided for guests.
Arrival and departure times
Arrival time is after 4pm and departure time is by 10am.
If your arrival will be delayed beyond 9pm on the start date of your rental period, you must contact the owners. If you fail to do so, you may not be able to get into the property.
Bed sizes and configurations
- Master bedroom: King size bed
- Bedroom 2: King size bed
- Bedroom 3: Super king size bed or 2 x single beds
- Bedroom 4: King size bed
- Bedroom 5: King size bed
- Snug (ground floor): Double sofa bed
A "Z" bed suitable for one child is available upon request and this can be placed in the master bedroom, bedroom 4 or bedroom 5.
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom: Bath with handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
- Master bedroom ensuite: Bath, walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin
- Bedroom 2 ensuite: Walk-in shower, toilet and wash basin
- Bedroom 5 ensuite: Walk-in shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet and wash basin
Heating, fuel and logs
The property has a gas central heating system.
Electricity and gas are included in the rental price. An initial basket of logs is provided for the wood burning stove and further log supplies can be purchased directly from the owner.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access, two Smart TVs, a DAB radio and two Bluetooth music systems.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
The property has ample off-street parking on its private driveway.
Housekeeping
Where a letting exceeds nine nights, a mid-stay clean, bed linen and towel change may be included in the price. Please check with us to confirm. Additional housekeeping services may be available on request.
Child friendly facilities
A travel cot (without linen) and high chair are provided. A wooden cot, which can also be set up as a toddler bed for those up to the age of three, can be set up in the master bedroom.
A shallow stream flows through the garden and beyond this there is a deep pond. A gated fence separates this area from the main garden, however young children should be supervised outside at all times.
Initial consumables
A small quantity of initial consumables is provided for your convenience (eg. tea, coffee, handful of Nescafé capsules, sugar, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, soap, washing powder, toilet rolls, etc), however, you should not expect the quantity of these provisions to be sufficient for the duration of your stay.
Accessibility, health and safety
A shallow stream flows through the garden and beyond this there is a deep pond. A gated fence separates this area from the main garden, however young children should be supervised outside at all times.
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk.
Smoking
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property.
Hen, Stag and other same sex groups
Hen, Stag and other same sex groups may be accepted at the discretion of the owner.
If you would like to enquire as part of a same sex group, please contact us. Please note that same sex family groups are welcome.
Corporate and commercial bookings
Corporate, work related and commercial bookings will require clearance from the owner. If you would like to enquire as part of a corporate group, please contact us.
Stables
Guests with horses are welcome to stable them at the property and explore this beautiful area on horseback. Arrangements can be made directly with the owner, so please contact us for further information.
Additional services
Based in neighbouring Stanton, local company Saucy Catering can be booked to provide meals for special occasions.
The owner also has contacts who can provide spa services and treatments.
Photographs
In order to provide you with as much detail of our properties as possible, we sometimes use wide angle photography, which can make certain rooms, or spaces, appear larger than they actually are. Wherever possible, we try to include a floorplan, with detailed dimensions of rooms and areas.
If you have any queries regarding the size of any rooms or spaces, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Reviews
Hoo Farm was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in July 2019. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-“Lovely comfortable holiday home, well equipped and very clean”, Christine, February 2020
-"Nigel and Jane were very friendly, informative and quick to action anything we needed. Hoo Farm is beautiful, well situated and the perfect place for a family holiday.", Richard, January 2020
-“This was a beautiful house with attentive helpful hosts. We thoroughly recommend it to anyone. Superb”, Richard, December 2019
-“We are together every year and this beautiful house provided a wonderful setting for a reunion. The property is immaculate so well thought out and really homely. The rooms are all cosy and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay, thanks so much!”, The Barts, November 2019
-"It's a fabulous place with every thing you might want for a family reunion.", Stephen, November 2019
-“Such a wonderful family venue so beautifully fitted out with great thought to every need. Even though living close by, we never tire of visiting surrounding towns but certainly the immediate farmland and countryside is delightful. Thank you for the “Welcome pack”. We hope to return.”, The Taylors, Cottons and Coxes, October 2019
-“A great house to have all the family around for my 70th birthday. The grandchildren absolutely loved it, and the grounds, especially the horses and sheep. Beautiful location and easy access to the Steam Railway.”, Dallman, October 2019
-"Wonderful holiday. The property is located in a breathtaking setting and is immaculately clean and extremely well equipped. The owner Jane was lovely and our whole family had an amazing week.", Joel, October 2019
-"From the outset Jane and Nigel were perfect hosts and the property was amazing. Our stay was sadly too short, but we will hopefully return another day.", Sharron, October 2019
-"We had a fabulous weekend at Hoo Farm with friends. The house is clean and immaculately furnished with everything of good quality and in good order. The garden and views were beautiful. We loved the location - it's few minutes' drive to Broadway, a stroll across the fields to a local pub and a short drive to many other beautiful villages and places of interest. We visited the Cotswold Vale Alpacas which is just a couple of miles away and was fabulous. Jane was super helpful. I would highly recommend Hoo Farm.", Kate, October 2019
-“Wonderful place set in the heart of Cotswolds. Very helpful hosts and lots of things to do close by.”, Peder, September 2019
-"We had the most wonderful weekend at Hoo Farm. The house is huge, welcoming and luxurious, with every detail perfect and considered. There is plenty of space for everyone downstairs with two large lounge rooms, a large dining table and even a snug. Upstairs all of the bedrooms are spacious and the bathrooms are of a very high specification. The owners were lovely, making us feel so welcome and there for any questions we might have. The house is in a perfect location, amongst the rolling Cotswold Hills, but a short 15 minute drive to Broadway which is a lovely town with interesting shops and fabulous restaurants. All in all, the best weekend! We will certainly be back!", Carys, September 2019
-“Such a lovely stay at Hoo Farm. The perfect location for spending time with family and friends who are much missed while we are overseas. Jane and Nigel were excellent hosts. We loved roaming the countryside and taking in the spectacular views. We will be back!”, Rob, August 2019
“A fantastic location to stay in with many picturesque Cotswold villages to visit. Our team party was a great success, superb setting, would highly recommend.”, Tom, August 2019
-“The property and location have more than fulfilled our expectations. Fantastic in every respect! We will make this known to others and hope to return when the opportunity arises. The surrounding countryside and villages are totally unique. The owners made us very welcome and were helpful in every way, a perfect stay!”, Kevin, August 2019
-“We’ve had a wonderful stay in your beautiful house. Thank you for setting it up so nicely. We walked to The Mount Inn in Stanton – lots of stiles but a good short walk option. Old Stocks Inn in Stow-in-the-wold is a favourite casual dining option. All superb!”, Gillian, August 2019
-“Fantastic home and fantastic location to spend some family time. Local area has many wonderful places to visit and the farmhouse is complete with all creature comforts to create a home away from home – just lovely!”, Arnold & Wakefield family, August 2019
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Hoo Farm as if it was your own home and this information is provided to ensure that you are aware of, and are able to use, all the facilities that are available.
| Main appliances, furniture and facilities |
|---|
| Charcoal barbecue (without coals) |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
2 x Bluetooth music systems |
| Four-ring induction hob |
Fridge/freezer |
Gas Aga, with three ovens |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Nescafé coffee machine (initial supply of capsules provided) |
Toaster |
2 x Smart TVs |
| Washing machine |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
Wooden cot |
| Electric oven |
DAB radio |
|
| General provisions |
|---|
| Bin bags |
Dishwasher tablets |
Hand soap |
| J cloths & scourers |
Salt and pepper |
Small quantity of instant coffee |
| Small quantity of sugar |
Small quantity of tea bags |
Toilet roll |
| Washing up liquid |
|
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| Other equipment and facilities |
|---|
| Clothes drying rack |
CO detectors |
Smoke alarms |
| Fire blanket |
3 x fire extinguishers |
First aid kit |
| 2 x hair dryers |
Iron |
Ironing board |
Travel
Hoo Farm is located on the edge of the pretty village of Laverton, just three miles from the lovely Cotswold village of Broadway.
Travelling by car
Laverton is easily accessed by car, being located approximately three miles away from the A44 and five miles away from the A46, both of which are well connected to the national road network.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Laverton is Evesham (approximately eight miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately two hours.
Travelling by plane
Laverton is within easy reach of a number of international airports:
- Heathrow International Airport: 86 miles, approximately 100 minute drive;
- Birmingham International Airport: 39 miles, approximately 60 minute drive.
