The Annex

About this property

The Annex is a detached cottage nestled in the grounds of the owner’s home, in the town of Eckington, Worcestershire. Boasting a fully enclosed garden and a contemporary interior, The Annex is a wonderful choice for couples looking to escape to this part of Worcestershire. Step into The Annex and be welcomed by an open-plan living space featuring a kitchen equipped with all the essentials for a week away - an electric oven and hob, fridge with ice box,washing machine - so you can easily rustle up a delicious meal with local ingredients. After a long day of exploring, settle into the sitting area with a vaulted ceiling, double sofa and Smart TV. Escape upstairs and discover the double bedroom, neatly presented and built into the eaves. Start the morning with a rinse in the shower room before heading outside and sipping on your morning coffee from the enclosed patio. Located on the edge of The Cotswolds and only 20 minutes from the village of Broadway, where you can enjoy the wonderful views from the top of Broadway Tower, or choose to visit the hilltop market town of nearby Stow-on-the-Wold. Also a great location for visiting Cheltenham famous for its racecourse. Visit the Farmer’s Market and local eateries in Eckington, or explore the Pershore Abbey or the nearby countryside. From Bredon Hill, take a walk through the ancient beech woods to the Iron Age Hill Fort, or visit the National Trust’s Bredon’s Hardwick, a stunning Elizabethan manor house. The Wychavon Way and Shakespeare's Avon Way both pass close by; a must for those keen walkers! A range of amenities can be found at Pershore and Tewkesbury, whilst the Regency spa town of Cheltenham is also within easy reach and worthy of a day trip. Escape to The Annex for a wonderful stay in Gloucestershire.

The thriving town of Eckington lies in a loop in the River Avon in beautiful countryside of the Vale of Evesham in southern Worcestershire, close to the border with Gloucestershire. The town boasts two lovely country pubs, a well-stocked shop and numerous lovely walks in all directions with the Wychavon Way and Millenium Way both passing close by. The riverside town of Pershore boasts a magnificent Norman Abbey, Georgian architecture and a good range of shops and eateries. The surrounding countryside is famous for fruit growing and market gardening, whilst just south of the town is Bredon Hill, providing home to the remains of an Iron Age Hill Fort, as well as Roman earthworks and a number of ancient standing stones. The pretty country town of Upton upon Severn lies on the banks of the River Severn and boasts a variety of delightful 17th century buildings and attractive shops, including 'The Pudding Shop', along with traditional inns, cafes and its very own museum. It also plays host to many annual festivals, including Jazz, Folk and Blues Festivals, as well as the Sunshine Music Festival. This thriving small town has its own marina, a vineyard and well-stocked farm shop at the local fruit farm, plus the town’s medieval church, which is now a Heritage Centre, is topped by a striking 18th century cupola, known locally as 'The Pepperpot'. The beautiful Worcestershire town of Malvern, and the dramatic Malvern Hills. An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Malvern Hills offer 100 miles of footpaths and bridleways, and form a 9 mile range of ancient rock. The Great Malvern Food Festival in June is well worth a visit, as are the many events at the Three Counties Show Ground and the Malvern Theatre, which welcomes productions from the West End and the Royal Shakespeare Company. There are many National Trust properties and open gardens in the area, as well as outdoor activities to suit all abilities and the many unspoilt towns and villages of the Cotswolds. Tewkesbury has a stunning 12th century abbey, many 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. 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.

Accommodation

One double bedroom.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area.

Central heating.

Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice box, washing machine.

Smart TV and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 1 car.

Enclosed patio with furniture.

BBQ (charcoal) and to note - please leave this clean on departure, to avoid a cleaning fee.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.2 miles