Guests consistently praise the Postmaster's Lodging for its cleanliness, prime location, and comfort. The property is well-equipped and maintained, with many appreciating the thoughtful touches such as welcome treats. Its central position in Winchcombe is ideal for exploring the Cotswolds, despite some mentions of limited parking.
Reviewers frequently highlight the spotless condition of the property, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that contributes positively to their overall experience.
The central location in Winchcombe is frequently commended for its convenience to local amenities and as a base for exploring the Cotswolds, despite occasional comments on parking limitations.
Guests find the property very comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable beds and the spacious, well-appointed living areas.
The property is praised for being well-equipped and maintained, with all necessary amenities for a pleasant stay. Some minor feedback on specific items does not detract from the overall high satisfaction with the facilities provided.
The thoughtful gestures such as wine, milk, and biscuits are well-received by guests, enhancing their stay. While these gifts are appreciated, they are a courtesy and not a guaranteed amenity.
Built in 1892, on the site of an ancient public house ‘The Grapevine’, 27 North Street was home to Winchcombes Post Office for over 120 years. When the Post Office closed in 2016, it was purchased by the current owner who has totally renovated the property over two years. Postmaster’s Lodging is a three storey maisonette, situated behind and above the former Post Office retail premises, which now accommodates a gemstone and jewellery design studio. For as long as anyone in Winchcombe can remember, the Postmaster and his family made their home above the shop. The front door of Postmaster’s Lodging opens onto a landscaped courtyard garden, shared with a small cottage which has been converted from what was the Post Office Sorting Office. The courtyard and both properties are accessed along an undercroft from a door on North Street. Behind the door you will discover a lobby with coat and shoe racks, paintings and antique furniture. The interior boasts a first floor open-plan living area, where you will be welcomed by a lounge with cream sofas, a beautiful kitchen/diner with sage coloured units, a charming dining table, and wood effect flooring. Original documents and photographs discovered during the renovation of the property are interspersed, throughout Postmaster’s Lodging, with watercolours by local artist Sue Birtwhistle and contribute to an appreciation of the history of this imposing building in the beautiful Cotswold town of Winchcombe. From morning through to evening, this is a lovely place to unwind, with an outlook over the village to represent the characterful location. A collection of bedrooms have been lovingly decorated with stylish bedding, fashionable carpets, bedside tables, and a quirky ceiling which rests above. One bedroom features its own fabulous en-suite, and all boast zip/link options for flexibility, should you wish to alter the set-up. Bedroom three has a lovely view of the town and the Cotswold hills beyond. Lastly, a family bathroom completes the cottage, a fresh white suite with a shower above the bath. Winchcombe has ‘Walkers are Welcome’ status and many lovely footpaths with interesting things to see en-route. You can visit a remote Roman villa, Belas Knap Long Barrow, a Neolithic burial site, as well as climb to the top of the Cotswold scarp and see fantastic views. Winchcombe hosts an annual walking festival in May which offers a variety of walks with local guides, orienteering and evening events. Cotswold stone cottages enhanced by black and white half-timbered buildings, narrow side streets and charming houses make up the centre of this town. A unique retreat to bring you a memorable stay.
The Fairtrade town of Winchcombe is situated midway between Cheltenham and Broadway, offering restaurants, wine bars, tea shops, deli's, shops, music and arts festivals, country shows and farmers’ markets. Guided walks around the town are on offer throughout the summer months, and within reach are the village of Broadway, spa town of Cheltenham and the town of Gloucester.
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: Second floor super king-size (zip/link, can be twin upon request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC,
Second floor super king-size (zip/link, can be twin upon request),
First floor super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin upon request).
First floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
First floor open-plan sitting, kitchen and dining area.
Central heating.
Electric oven and induction hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer.
TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking in long stay behind library, 4 minutes away £1 per day.
Courtyard to the rear.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 mins walk.
Note: Low ceilings on both second floor super king-size bedrooms and ensuite, care to be taken.
Marianne
We enjoyed our stay immensely, it was so clean, bright, comfortable and in a great location. We had everything we needed which is especially helpful as we were overseas visitors. The parking at the Back Lane car park was easy and convenient. I would book this property again if in the area.
Anne
Flush mechanism jammed sometimes
Clive
High standard and very clean.
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