LITTLE GABLES, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Broadway

Little Gables is a detached house resting in Broadway sleeping seven people in three bedrooms and additional sleeping space.

Little Gables is an exquisite Grade II listed property dating back to the mid-16th century, situated in the idyllic village of Broadway. It is the ideal base for a family or group of friends who are seeking a relaxing break in this stunning part of the Cotswolds. Park up to three cars in the convenient parking spaces in the shared car park to the rear of the property before unloading your bags and being greeted by the pretty rear garden bursting with shrubs and trees. The rear door opens into the spacious and ornate entrance hall which provides space to store your coats, boots and umbrellas, before guiding you through into the characterful sitting room which has been lovingly decorated with smart wooden flooring, exposed wooden beams and dual aspect stone mullion windows overlooking the high street and back garden; the perfect room for a relaxed evening watching a film on the Smart TV on Netflix, whilst the woodburning stove creates a warming ambience for you and your guests. Moving through the property, the dining room combines contemporary style with wonderful character and is a welcoming space to enjoy your home-cooked meals that have been rustled up in the bright and spacious open-plan kitchen/diner, which is well-equipped with everything you require to cook a delicious meal, whilst listening to some tunes on the digital radio. Taking the staircase in the entrance hall, you’ll be led up to a wonderful shower room on your left and the beautiful triple aspect master bedroom to your right, containing a welcoming king-size bed and an addition single camp bed for a child (on request), with ample storage space. Moving through the hall, you will come to the second bedroom which links the two sides of the house and is an elegant room with a king-size bed where you can relax and get lost in the pages of a compelling novel from the selection of books on offer. Onwards through the property you will come to the staircase that leads down to the kitchen, which leads you to third bedroom overlooking the bustling village and contains a digital radio where you can listen to some relaxing music from the comfort of your double bed. A further staircase from this hallway guides you up to the second-floor where you will find the stylish bathroom situated, with a freestanding oval bath. Once you’re well acquainted with the internal rooms and you’ve unpacked your bags, head into the beautifully laid out with a manicured garden to be surrounded by pristine flower beds and leafy shrubs at its borders. Directly outside the property there is an attractive patio area which houses an outdoor table seating six, together with a parasol and charcoal barbecue and from here, Cotswold stone steps lead up to the lawn where stone benches provide a second seating area.

Amenities: Gas central heating with woodburning stove and portable storage heater. Gas AGA, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Nespresso Vertuo coffee maker (without capsules), kettle, toaster, hairdryer. Smart TV, BT TV with BT Sport, TNT Sports, SKY Sports, Netflix, CD player, 3 x digital radios, WiFi, selection of books. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc in rent. Bed linen and towels inc in rent. Highchair, cot and stairgate available. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Lawn and patio garden with furniture and charcoal barbecue (without coal). Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles

Region: Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.

Town: The charming village of Broadway, known as 'The Jewel of the Cotswolds', nestles beneath the Worcestershire hills. This quintessential English village, one of the most beautiful in the Cotswolds, offers a superb range of unique shops and boutiques, galleries and restaurants, but is also steeped in history with its origins dating back to Roman times. The world-renowned Lygon Arms has been popular for centuries, and now spa facilities can be enjoyed at pre-arranged times. Broadway serves as a great base for exploring the Cotswolds and surrounds with Stratford-upon-Avon, Cheltenham Spa and Worcester within easy reach. With an abundance of National Trust properties, museums, beautiful walks and cycle trails, this really is a great place for a relaxing holiday, all year round.