Petals Patch is a well-received cottage in Cheltenham, praised for its peaceful surroundings, central location for exploring the Cotswolds, and comfortable amenities. Guests have enjoyed the property's warmth, the view of horses, and the well-maintained interior. While some minor maintenance issues were noted, the overall experience has been positive, with many looking forward to returning.
The property generally receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests finding it well maintained. There were isolated comments about minor cleaning oversights, but these do not seem to detract significantly from the overall experience.
The location is highly praised for its quietness, proximity to Cotswolds villages, and the peaceful setting with local wildlife. It is considered an excellent base for exploring the area.
Guests find the beds extremely comfortable and the property warm and welcoming. Some guests mentioned the pillows were a bit hard, and there were minor suggestions for additional comfort improvements.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living areas. Some guests suggested additional kitchenware and noted minor maintenance issues, but these were not seen as detracting from the overall quality of the facilities.
While guests have mentioned welcome treats and appreciated the amenities provided, there is not enough consistent information about the thoughtfulness of the hosts in terms of gifts to accurately score this category. Therefore, it is set to null, and guests should note that such extras are not guaranteed.
Petals Patch is set in the heart of the Cotswolds and offers guests a delightful countryside retreat of tranquillity which will have you feeling right at home from the moment you arrive. This traditional Cotswold Stone Barn is converted with a contemporary twist on the traditional. With ample off-road parking on the doorstep, after a long day of exploring, step into the spacious, light and airy open-plan living space which has everything you need in one space. The ground floor, kitchen/lounge/diner and en-suite are all on one level with no steps which would be suitable for those with mobility issues. The kitchen is well-equipped with all the amenities for the chef of the group to cook up some standout meals for your party. The lounge area boasts exposed beams and a Cotswold stone wall with a delightful view of the garden and the horses’ paddock. The friendly horses are always ready to greet new faces over the fence. As well as horses there is plenty of wildlife (rabbits, squirrels, birds, etc.) that are all freely roaming the garden and paddock. A truly great space to sit back, relax and let the world pass by. In the morning be prepared to be woken up by chirping birds! There is also a lovely space on the mezzanine overlooking the horse's paddock for those not lucky enough to leave work behind. Found on the outskirts of the idyllic village of Lower Slaughter and the popular village of Bourton-On-the-Water, the latter offers local shops, pubs and restaurants. Also as seen on Clarkson’s Farm, Hawkstone Brewery is nearby and is a must-visit if you’re keen to try the Hawkstone beer which is only growing in popularity! The quintessential market town of Stow-on-the-Wold is accessible by car or bus, which offers fine antique shops, and art galleries and is a centre for walking the Cotswolds countryside. Further up is Moreton-in-Marsh, a thriving market town with good public transport links including a railway link to London Paddington. This offers an opportunity for those interested in visiting on bike as the Cotswolds is a popular cycling destination (the property offers bike storage with prior arrangement). There are also plenty of independent shops and cafes in Moreton which may take your fancy plus the market which takes place on Tuesdays. Bibury is another beautiful village where its famous row of houses (Arlington Row), is a true embodiment of Cotswold charm and is also featured on the inside cover of the UK passport. Sporty guests can enjoy a round at the Shipton Golf Course, a lovely pay-and-play 9-hole course with a lovely atmosphere and views when the sun is shining. Next door is the Frog Mill which is a great place to stop in after your game for a refreshing pint! For those interested in horse racing look no further than Cheltenham, host of the Golden Cup, which offers the renowned Cheltenham Festival. Cheltenham also offers Literature, Music and Jazz Festivals. Within the surrounding areas are many other Cotswold villages and towns including Broadway, Burford, Cirencester, Chipping Norton, Winchcombe, Cleeve Hill, Chipping Campden and many more. The property is an excellent base to explore the Cotswold. Outside the Cotswold area, but still easily accessible by car, are Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick Castle and Blenheim Palace. All of this and much more await you at Petals Patch.
Four miles to the southwest of Stow-on-the-Wold is the village of Lower Slaughter in Gloucestershire, England's Cotswold region. The River Eye, which also flows through Upper Slaughter, is a slow-moving stream that is bridged by two footbridges, and the settlement is situated on both banks of it. A 19th-century water mill with an undershot waterwheel and a chimney for additional steam generation is located near the west end of the community. The village's river ford is located where it expands, and several little stone footbridges connect the two sides of the settlement. The charming St. Mary's church is located in Lower Slaughter. However, some of the arches between the nave and the south aisle date back to the 13th century. In contrast, the church of St. Peter's in Upper Slaughter is a mediaeval Norman church with portions dating back to the 12th century.
Two bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x king-size with Juliet balcony and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Mezzanine snug
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, espresso machine, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Private driveway for 2 cars.
Rear garden with patio, lawn, furniture, and charcoal barbecue.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.8 miles, River Dikler 0.6 miles.
Note: Guests will pass an industrial entrance to the owner's land, followed by a private entrance onto the grounds of Petals Patch
Richard
The outside space had very modest budget patio chairs and table and the patio umbrella didnât have a base so it just flopped around when the wind blew. There was no facilities to dry clothing and a simple airer clothes stand would have been beneficial. There was only one baking tray and I believe this was mentioned in a previous review so it is disappointing that the owner has not taken action to resolve this. Overall a nice property but with a few niggles that could be resolved for less than £100.
Suzanne
It was spotless, comfortable, spacious and the location was perfect - very close to all of the places we wanted to visit. The kids loved spotting bunnies in the fields outside and watching the horses. We will definitely be returning!
Derek
All we can say it was one of our best stays that we have had with Vrbo in the UK 5 star
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