Description
Summary
Little Gables is a stylish Grade II* listed property which sleeps 6+1 guests, in three well presented bedrooms (with the +1 option being a camp bed in the master bedroom), with two bathrooms. This stunning Cotswold stone property has a wealth of character features including exposed wooden beams, stone mullion windows, flagstone flooring and a grand inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove. These period features have been complemented by modern facilities such as wireless internet access, a Smart TV with BT TV, and a well-equipped kitchen. There is a delightful south facing garden at the rear, and off-street parking is available for three cars.
Location
Little Gables is located in the heart of the vibrant village of Broadway, one of the most picturesque Cotswold villages and home to a variety of restaurants, family-friendly pubs, art galleries, boutique shops and tempting tearooms. There are also a number of attractions on its doorstep including the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, the iconic Broadway Tower which sits within a 50 acre estate and offers spectacular views from its summit, and a three acre children’s recreation ground which has facilities for all age groups.
The village is surrounded by glorious countryside and features on the well-trodden Cotswold Way long distance walking trail which takes in the strenuous climb up to Broadway Tower. In the other direction the Way heads towards the chocolate-box village of Stanton, home to The Mount Inn, and circular routes bring walkers back to Broadway via Laverton and Buckland. Broadway is also ideally located for exploring the many lovely towns and villages of the North Cotswolds including Chipping Campden, Moreton-in-Marsh, Blockley and Snowshill, as well as further afield destinations such as Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle and the dreaming spires of Oxford.
Description
Little Gables is the perfect house for a gathering of friends or family who are looking for a relaxing break in the heart of the much loved village of Broadway. The house is laid out as follows:
| Room | Amenities |
|---|
| Living room |
The tastefully decorated dual aspect living room has smart wooden flooring, exposed wooden beams and stone mullion windows which overlook the high street and stunning back garden. Perfect for cosy evenings in, this room contains:
- large inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove
- Smart TV with BT TV including BT Sport and Netflix subscription
- two-seater leather sofa, three-seater leather sofa and footstool
- window seat
|
| Dining room |
Combining contemporary style with wonderful character, this charming room contains:
- round dining table with seating for six
|
| Kitchen/breakfast room |
Steps lead down into the bright and spacious open plan kitchen/breakfast room which gives access to the garden. Well-equipped for home cooking, this room contains:
- gas Aga
- fridge and freezer
- washing machine/tumble dryer
- dishwasher, microwave, De'Longhi coffee machine, toaster and kettle
- breakfast bar with seating for three
- large dining table with seating for eight
- digital radio and CD player
|
| Master bedroom |
This beautiful triple aspect bedroom boasts exposed wooden beams and stone mullion windows and contains:
- king size bed
- single camp bed (suitable for children under 12), available upon request
- chest of drawers and freestanding wardrobe
- armchair and window seat
- full length mirror
|
| Shower room |
With striking exposed beams, this room contains:
- walk-in shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
|
| Bedroom 2 |
Linking the two sides of the house, this elegant bedroom enjoys garden views and contains:
- king size bed
- armchair
- large freestanding wardrobe with storage drawers
- two small tables with drawers
- wall mirror
- digital radio
- small selection of books
|
| Bedroom 3 |
Overlooking the bustling village, this bedroom lies above the kitchen and contains:
- double bed
- chest of drawers and two built-in cupboards
- wall mirror
- digital radio
|
| Family bathroom |
With lovely garden views, this stylish bathroom in the eaves contains:
- freestanding oval bath, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail
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The picturesque garden is beautifully laid out with a manicured lawn, pristine flower beds and leafy shrubs at its borders. Directly outside the property there is an attractive patio area which houses an outdoor table seating six, together with a parasol and charcoal barbecue. From here, Cotswold stone steps lead up to the lawn where stone benches provide a second seating area. South facing, this superb enclosed garden is a wonderful setting to relax with friends and family after busy days exploring.
There is designated off-street parking for up to three cars in a shared car park at the rear of the property, and if required, there is a long stay car park (Pay & Display) just a short walk away.
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
Security deposits are not required (please note that guests are still liable for any damage or additional cleaning required as a result of their actions).
Occupancy
The maximum occupancy of the property is 6+1 guests (with the +1 option being a camp bed, suitable for a child under 12), at any point during your stay. 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 seven 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 up to two additional infants.
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. Access is via a key safe, therefore it does not matter if you are arriving late at night.
Bed sizes and configurations
- Master bedroom: King size bed, plus an additional camp bed, suitable for children under 12 only, which can be made up upon request
- Bedroom 2: King size bed
- Bedroom 3: Double bed
Bathrooms
- Family bathroom: Freestanding oval bath, toilet and wash basin
- Shower room: Walk-in shower, 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 locally.
Services provided
The property has free wireless internet access, a Smart TV with BT TV, including BT Sport and Netflix subscription, and three digital radios.
There is no telephone at the property.
Mobile phone reception is generally OK.
Parking
There is off-street parking for up to three cars at the rear of the property.
There is some limited street parking available in Broadway, however guests may prefer to park in the long stay car park (Pay & Display), a short walk away from the property.
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), high chair and stair gate are provided.
Initial consumables
A small quantity of initial consumables is provided for your convenience (eg. tea, coffee, 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
This is an old, Grade II* listed property with many character features including exposed beams, sloping ceilings and some steps between rooms, all of which could pose difficulty to guests with limited mobility, or carrying babies, both in terms of their general movement and their ability to quickly exit the property in the event of an emergency.
The beautiful garden is tiered and therefore guests should take care when outside.
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.
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
Little Gables was launched as a Holiday Let with Character Cottages in June 2020. Customer reviews and feedback for this lovely property are provided below:
Other Guest Feedback:
-"Fantastic accommodation. Beautiful Garden. Location perfect. Can't wait to go back. Would have loved a couple of loungers to read a book in the amazing garden for 100% perfection. Thanks :)", Karl, July 2021
-"Lovely cottage with beautiful garden. Great space for two couples. Location perfect and Karl (owner) was brilliant at sorting 2 small problems.", Janet, June 2021
A wonderful family week in this beautiful cottage, a 'gem' in the Cotswolds. We hope to be back one day soon.", Sharon, September 2020
-"Had a really lovely time, the house and garden are both lovely. Met the gardener who does a really lovely job, nice man. We have already booked for near year. Best house we have stayed in Broadway and we have been coming years.", Carol, September 2020
-"We have thoroughly enjoyed our time at Little Gables in beautiful Broadway. Little Gables - special place in our hearts forever", Isabel, September 2020
-"A beautiful house, so comfortable. Broadway is a lovely place and a good base for visiting the rest of this lovely part of the world. Thank you!", Jan, August 2020
-"A beautiful week in the most amazing cottage. We've had some fantastic weekdays out. Thank you for all of the help you've given us ensuring we have the best time ever. We would love to come back!", Jill, August 2020
-"The minute I set eyes on your property online I instantly fell in love and the minute I opened that gate it certainly did not disappoint. My dream home! Thank you for such an incredible home to spend our weekend away in. It gave me butterflies and a warm homely feel instantly. From walks around Broadway village, to a trip to Bourton on the Water to a hike up to Broadway Tower, every minute we adored. We will certainly be back! So a huge thank you Karl once again.", Francesca, July 2020
-"A beautiful house. The garden was just perfect. Had a great trip to the Wildlife Park.", Morna, July 2020
-"Beautiful house, delightful garden, perfect setting/location. If you are looking to stay in Broadway in a classic period Cotswold property, perfectly located, with a fantastic south facing private garden Little Gables will not disappoint.", Paul, July 2020
Floorplan
Inventory
Our aim is for you to enjoy Little Gables 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 coal) |
Bed linen, bath sheets and hand towels |
3 x digital radios |
| CD player |
Fridge |
Freezer |
| Kettle |
Microwave |
Outdoor table and seating |
| Gas Aga |
Toaster |
De'Longhi coffee machine (without capsules) |
| Washing machine/tumble dryer |
Wireless internet |
Dishwasher |
| Travel cot (without linen) |
High chair |
Stair gate |
| Smart TV with BT TV, including BT Sport and Netflix subscription |
Small selection of books |
|
| 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 |
|---|
| CO detectors |
Fire blanket |
Smoke alarms |
| First aid kit |
Fire extinguisher |
Ironing board |
| Hair dryer |
Iron |
Portable storage heater |
Travel
Little Gables is located in the heart of the picturesque village of Broadway.
Travelling by car
Broadway is easily accessed by car, being located close to the A44, one of the main roads through the North Cotswolds.
Travelling by train
The nearest railway station to Broadway is Evesham (approximately seven miles away), which has regular, direct services to London Paddington, with a typical journey time of approximately two hours.
Travelling by plane
Broadway 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.
