Naunton 1.4 miles
Peacefully located in the hamlet of Aylworth, close to Naunton, rests Hetty’s Stables which is a stunning barn conversion in the grounds of Aylworth Cottage. Hetty’s Stables has the option of being rented in conjunction with its neighbouring property, Flynn’s Barn, which is perfect for a larger group, or on its own as group of seven. (Flynn’s Barn – 1091363)

A driveway welcomes you on arrival where you can park your cars and unload your luggage in through the front door which opens directly into the open-plan living area with underfloor heating throughout home to a stylish and light dual aspect sitting area with attractive exposed brick wall and warming woodburning stove, and the kitchen/diner which is well-equipped for home cooking and socialising with your group.

Carry the conversation through the French doors out onto the private patio area to soak in the last of the sun and relish the peaceful surroundings sat at the outdoor seating which overlooks a sizeable raised lawn area, accessed up stone steps offering wonderful countryside views, which guests are welcome to explore comprising of vast green fields and paddocks which make up the owners eight acres of grounds.

When the sun goes down, head back inside where you have a choice of three welcoming bedrooms, the first located on the ground floor is tastefully decorated and benefits from underfloor heating, containing a king-size bed with an en-suite walk-in shower, head up the concealed staircase from the sitting room where the elegant master bedroom in the eaves is located, boasting far reaching countryside views from the gable apex window and king-size bed, with a light and airy en-suite walk-in rain shower, and the second bedroom is a lovely dual aspect family room, containing three single beds, also with its own en-suite bathroom

Once you’ve had some well-earned rest, head out for a scenic walk around Ayleworth or a more advanced walk along Cotswold Way which extends from the quintessentially English market town of Chipping Campden to the Roman city of Bath, at 102 miles long following the western edge of the Cotswold Hills, the route journeys through rolling pastures, beech woodland and honey-coloured villages built from Cotswold stone.

Head for a delicious meal in nearby Naunton at The Black Horse Inn which has a pleasant ambience and offers home-made, locally sourced food and lovely drinks. Naunton has a beautiful river running through it, the River Windrush, which flows from Winchcombe and meets the Thames at Newbridge, passing through Bourton-on-the-Water, often referred to as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ due to the low arched bridges that cross over the river, which has a variety of popular shops and attractions such as Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection and The Model Village – Bourton-on-the-Water in model form, and Greystones Farm & Nature Reserve, offering time out from the hustle and bustle of the village centre.

Make your way a little further North to the historic market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, where you can enjoy a farmers’ market which occurs every second Thursday of each month, featuring inviting local produce or you can brush up on your history at St Edward’s Parish Church, a stunning Grade l listed church with parts dating back to the 11th century.

For an unforgettable holiday, stay at Hetty’s Stables.