The property
Millham Cottages is a superb home away from home which sleeps 8+2 guests, in four delightful bedrooms (with the +2 option being a double sofa bed in the living room), with four stylish bathrooms. This picturesque property has been in the owner’s family for over one hundred years and retains many charming features such as exposed wooden beams, stone mullion windows, two inglenook fireplaces with wood burning stoves, and unique family heirlooms.
These character features have been beautifully complemented by contemporary décor and modern facilities which include wireless internet access, a Smart TV, underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and a state of the art kitchen. To the rear there is a splendid patio garden, beyond which there is off-street parking for three cars on a gravel driveway.
Millham Cottages is situated in peaceful Broadwell, a quaint village comprising quintessential Cotswold stone cottages, the medieval church of St Paul and a popular country pub, The Fox Inn. The pub prides itself on its locally sourced ingredients and sits across from the village green, the location of the annual fete and children’s play area. Set within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there are plenty of walks and cycle routes to explore from the village including footpaths to nearby Longborough and Stow-on-the-Wold, the latter being one of the best known market towns of the Cotswolds and home to a number of pubs, restaurants and tempting tearooms.
Broadwell is an ideal base for visiting the many lovely towns and villages of the North Cotswolds such as Chipping Campden, Moreton-in-Marsh, The Slaughters, Bourton-on-the-Water and Broadway. There are also many tourist attractions including Birdland Park and Gardens, Batsford Arboretum, The Cotswold Distillery and a number of National Trust properties such as Snowshill Manor and Garden, Hidcote Gardens and Chastleton House. Further afield destinations such as Oxford, Blenheim Palace, Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick Castle are within easy reach for day trips. Millham Cottages is the perfect country retreat for a gathering of friends or family who are seeking a relaxing getaway in the heart of the Cotswolds. The front door opens into the beautiful living room and the following rooms, all with underfloor heating, are on the ground floor:
Living room: This bright and spacious dual aspect room is a wonderful area in which to unwind. Finished in a contemporary style with vibrant soft furnishings, this inviting room contains an inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove, three-seater sofa, armchair, stool, double sofa bed (available upon request), wall-mounted Smart TV, selection of books and board games and a window seat;
Kitchen: Adjacent to the living room is the fabulous open plan kitchen and sitting area, perfect for socialising whilst preparing home cooked meals. Finished to a high standard and featuring granite work surfaces, this area contains an exposed Cotswold stone inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove, two leather armchairs, a window seat, wooden grandfather chair, electric range cooker with two-ring induction hob, a smart fridge/freezer with wine fridge, ice maker and water dispenser, a dishwasher, toaster, kettle, handheld blender, three cafetières and a breakfast bar with three stools;
Dining room: Flooded with natural light from the French doors that lead out to the garden, this elegantly styled dining area contains an extendable wooden dining table with seating for ten, a dresser, hand-carved cabinet and well-chosen pieces of art;
Utility room: Located off the kitchen, and with direct access to the back garden, this useful space contains a washing machine/tumble dryer, sink and microwave;
Cloakroom: Contains a toilet and wash basin.
Stairs lead up from the living room to the first floor landing, off which are the following rooms:
Bedroom 2 with ensuite bathroom: Boasting beautiful exposed beams, this well-proportioned bedroom contains a super king size bed or two single beds, an ornamental fireplace, chest of drawers, hooks for hanging clothes, bedroom chair, window seat and wall mirror. The ensuite bathroom contains a walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail;
Bedroom 3: This charming bedroom overlooks the lane below and contains a super king size bed or two single beds, a chest of drawers, bedroom chair and wall mirror;
Bedroom 4 with ensuite bathroom: This spacious room features an original stone mullion window and impressive exposed beam. Tastefully decorated, it contains a king size bed, built-in wardrobe, wall mirror and bedroom chair. The ensuite contains a walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail;
Family bathroom: A stylish bathroom which contains a bath, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail.
Concealed behind a door adjacent to bedroom 2, a second flight of stairs leads up directly into the master bedroom:
Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom: Located in the eaves, this wonderfully bright bedroom offers stunning views across the village towards Broadwell Hill and contains a king size bed, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers, full length mirror and bedroom chair. A step leads up into the luxurious ensuite which contains a roll top bath with handheld shower attachment, walk-in rain shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail.
Accessed via the dining area and utility room, the attractive patio garden is the perfect spot for whiling away warm summer afternoons with friends and family. The patio area houses a Rattan furniture suite with seating for ten, along with a large parasol and fire pit. This fire pit can be used as a barbecue or simply as a means to keep warm as the weather turns colder. A row of pleached Hornbeam trees gives privacy to the garden, and the surrounding flower beds have been carefully planted by the owner, a professional gardener, to ensure year-round interest with colourful spring bulbs, fragrant catmint in the summer and sweetly scented Christmas box plants which flower in the winter months.
There is off-street parking for up to three cars on the gravel driveway at the rear of the property, along with electric car charging points. If required, free on-street parking can be found throughout the village.
About the location
BROADWELL
Coleford 1.25 miles, Stow-on-the-Wold 1.5 miles; Bourton-on-the-Water 12 miles; Cheltenham 19 miles.
A charming Cotswold Village in Gloucestershire, Broadwell is a delightful retreat home to picturesque stone houses. Only 1.25 miles from Coleford, where you will find a post office and shops. 1.5 miles away from the ancient market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, everything you need during your stay is within easy reach including supermarkets, shops, pubs and restaurants. Superb walks along the River Evenlode are close by, and there are cycling routes and bridleways throughout the AONB. A short drive will take you to popular Cotswold destinations including Broadway, Bourton-on-the-Water, Shakespeare’s birthplace Stratford-Upon-Avon and Moreton-in-Marsh. Further afield, the regency spa town Cheltenham can be reached in less than an hour.
Note: Guests should be aware that mobile phone reception can be quite poor.
Note: There are electric car charging points available at the property.
Note: This property does not accept stag, hen or similar parties.
