Guests say
Guests have enjoyed stays at The Gables, praising its charm, beautiful decoration, and convenient location for dining and sightseeing. The property's ample log supply and garden are appreciated, though some guests noted areas for improvement in facilities and comfort.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
The location is described as lovely and convenient for eating out and exploring nearby attractions, indicating high satisfaction.
The property is generally found to be comfortable and well-furnished, but some guests mentioned challenges with steep stairs and the need for more crockery for larger groups.
Facilities are well-regarded, with a plentiful supply of logs and a beautiful garden. However, points are deducted for reported issues with lighting, showers, and a temporary problem with the dishwasher.
No mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches was made in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
About this property
Beautifully presented, The Gables is the perfect setting for families and friends to get together for that special celebration or to spend quality time exploring all the Cotswolds has to offer.
Featured in the March 2024 edition of Period Living Magazine, this picturesque, Grade II listed Cotswolds stone house occupies a prime position within the pretty village of Honeybourne in Worcestershire, perfectly positioned betwixt Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon and the beautiful Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Bursting with character and period features, professionally designed interiors and furnishings blend seamlessly with original beams, mullion windows and exposed brickwork, transporting its guests back to a bygone era of elegance and class. Meanwhile careful consideration has been paid to ensure this handsome property is also fully equipped with every 21st century comfort.
On entering The Gables, a spacious and well-equipped modern kitchen provides everything you need to make meal preparations a joy. The dining area is fully open to the kitchen and dominated by a stunning inglenook fireplace with a cosy wood burning stove and comfortable armchairs, ideal for relaxing with a glass of wine whilst dinner is cooking. After a fireside dinner, wander through to the charming sitting room with a second wood burning stove and inviting soft furnishings including a pretty cushioned window seat to quietly watch the world go by. Or, escape to the stylish, tartan themed snug with its own window seat and more comfy sofas. A small utility room leads through to a ground floor family bathroom. Central to the house is a steep, wide staircase, with narrow tread, to the first floor and four tastefully furnished bedrooms and four shower rooms. Each bedroom has been individually decorated to complement the style of the house and offer a peaceful and calm space.
Outside, a large driveway provides parking for up to three cars and the lawned garden at the rear includes a patio and garden furniture for enjoying the summer months.
Honeybourne, a small and pretty village, is ideally situated just five miles from Chipping Campden in the Cotswolds, and only 12 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of William Shakespeare and home to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. The village has its own pub within walking distance and a railway station with a direct line to London and other Cotswolds destinations including Moreton-in-Marsh, Kingham and Oxford. With so much to see and do, you will be torn between exploring the area; or just putting your feet up enjoying the peace and warmth of The Gables.
The Gables can be booked as a sleeps 6 option.
Additional Information:
Sorry, no pets.
Children over the age of six years welcome.
Please be aware that the property has low beams and low door frames throughout.
The property has a steep, wide staircase with narrow treads, not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
There are steps down to the laundry/boiler room.
The bedding is non feather.
A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
The EV charging point is available to guests with payment via an app.
Reviews (5)
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous family weekend away. The property has everything you need and is conveniently located for eating out within walking distance.
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Confirmed Guest
The house was lovely and had been beautifully decorated and furnished. However the stairs were a challenge as they are very steep but short and although there was a handrail on either side it was too wide to hold onto both rails. As there was seven of us we felt that more crockery was needed plates and bowls were washed up each time , onerous when the dishwasher stopped working ! A very nice lady came from Rural retreats right away to look at the dishwasher and contacted an engineer so with advice from said engineer we got the dishwasher working. The two log burners were wonderful with a plentiful supply of logs. The garden looked lovely but the weather wasn’t conducive to sitting in the garden unfortunately. It was a great area to be in with Chipping Camden to explore and Broadway, especially Broadway Tower. We all enjoyed the four nights we had in The Gables
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Confirmed Guest
The quality of the property was first class. It is a beautiful building and had everything we needed and in a lovely location.