About this property
Tewkesbury 3.7 miles. Nestled in a picturesque churchyard at the top of a hill in the peaceful village of Forthampton, this beautiful property offers a unique architectural experience. Alms House East was designed by renowned Victorian Arts and Crafts architect William Burges and built in 1863. The Alms Houses form part of The Forthampton Estate
www.theforthamptonestate.co.uk a traditional agricultural estate currently run by the 9th generation of the family. It serves as an ideal retreat for a family of four and their dogs, seeking a base in the Cotswolds. The Alms Houses form part of The Forthampton Estate, a traditional agricultural estate currently run by the 9th generation of the family. Park at the bottom of the driveway, walk past the church, and you'll find a cluster of houses. Enter through the rear into a specially designed boot room, perfect for organising your outdoor gear before stepping inside. The well-equipped kitchen has everything you need for home cooking, including a dishwasher to make cleanup easy. Gather in the dining room to enjoy your meal, then unwind on the sofa by the woodburning stove. Upstairs, the two bedrooms are accessible by separate staircases at either end of the cottage; the master bedroom has a king bed, while the second bedroom has twin beds that can be converted into a king-size. The first floor also includes a family bathroom with both a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. Outside, take advantage of the large garden with patio furniture and enjoy the breathtaking views of Severn Vale, Malvern, and the Cotswold Hills. Alms House East can be booked alongside Alms House West for larger groups offering a sociable atmosphere with the addition of a lockable internal door. Forthampton is a tranquil village with numerous walking trails, some starting right from the cottage. Just under two miles away is The Hunters Inn, a traditional pub, and a bit further is the Michelin-starred Butchers Arms in Eldersfield. Tewkesbury, a nearby market town, offers a variety of restaurants, cafés, pubs, takeaways, and supermarkets, as well as a weekly market, a medieval abbey with a Romanesque tower from the year 1121 and tranquil river walks. Nearby the vibrant Regency spa town of Cheltenham is famous for its racecourse, the jazz, literature and science festivals along with plenty of shops, bars and restaurants. Further afield is Ledbury, packed full of delightful independent shops and cafes. Families will enjoy Toddington Railway and Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park, while older children may appreciate Gloucester Cathedral, a filming location for Harry Potter. The surrounding Malvern Hills and Cotswolds AONB offer endless walking and cycling opportunities, while Worcester and Stratford-Upon-Avon are also within reach. Alms House East promises a perfect escape year-round.
A historic riverside town located on the confluence of the River Severn and Avon, retaining medieval character with an abundance of half timbered Tudor buildings. Tewkesbury is renowned as having one of the best medieval Black and White townscapes in the country, boasting over 350 listed buildings of historic interest set in a conservation area. The town has a stunning 12th century abbey with the highest Norman tower in England, several museums, a Heritage Centre as well as a plethora of individual shops, tea rooms, restaurants, pubs and wine bars. The town plays host to country and farmers' markets, musical events and Vintage and Food Fairs throughout the year. Many lovely walks can be enjoyed from the town with both the Severn Way and Shakespeare's Avon Way running close by. Nearby the regency spa town of Cheltenham, boasts historic Georgian architecture and an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants, pubs and visitor attractions. Other festivals in this vibrant town cover literature, jazz, science, cricket, food and drink and comedy to name but a few! The racecourse plays host to the annual, world famous Gold Cup races, as well as numerous other horse racing events throughout the year. The historic city of Gloucester offers Roman foundations, Victorian Docklands and a magnificent Norman cathedral, whose cloisters where used as a location in the Harry Potter films, plus a bustling city centre. The magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, Slimbridge Wetland Centre, the beautiful World Heritage city of Bath, Shakespeare's birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick and many unspoilt Cotswold towns and villages all make for a great day out.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size on request).
Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, WC and underfloor heating.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Boot room
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
TV, WiFi.
Power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Roadside parking available.
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio and furniture.
Pet-friendly with a charge of £15 per dog.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3.6 miles, pub 1.7 miles.
Note: Pets are not allowed on the furniture or upstairs.
Note: The church driveway is narrow and therefore can only be used for unloading, parking can be found at the bottom of the drive on the other side of the road.
Note: This property can be booked with Alms House West (Property ID: 1120768) sleeping a total of 8 guests)