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Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds

Family-friendly holiday home in Stroud

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Swallows Rest beautiful spacious barn conversion
Outdoor space
Dining area
Dining al fresco
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Nailsworth, ENG
  • Place, The New Lawn
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodchester Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Minchinhampton Common
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds

Situated on a working beef farm in a quiet lane and with eco friendly underfloor heating, large comfortable open plan living/dining with wood burning stove and fully equipped kitchen area, two large bedrooms (one double and one twin), walk-in shower and full bath. Cot/highchair provided on request. Separate fully equipped utility room. Living area opens directly on to patio with views of open fields and rolling countryside. Plenty of outdoor space for children to play. Up to two small well behaved dogs welcome. Lots of walks directly from the property on quiet lanes, tracks and paths. Local maps and advice on walks provided on request. Wifi, TV/DVD.

Local village of Horsley within 15 minutes walk with great family friendly award winning pub (withpop-up food and music nights) and community run village shop. Lovely little market town of Nailsworth easily accessible by walking (20 mins) or offers free parking with lots of interesting independent shops and cafes/restaurants and tourist information. Easy access to all Cotswolds attractions, Cirencester 30 minute drive, Cheltenham 40 minutes, Bath 40 minutes. Local farmers markets in Nailsworth (monthly) and Stroud (weekly).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cot provided High chair provided
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets in bedrooms. No pets left unattended in the property at any time. Children to be supervised at all times when near farm machinery, animals or barns.

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stroud

Located in Stroud, this holiday home is in a rural area. Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery and Cotswold Edge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thames River and Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Arcade Archive and Stroud Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Nailsworth, ENG

What's nearby

  • The New Lawn - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Woodchester Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Minchinhampton Common - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Gloucester Quays - 29 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 40 min drive - 39.5 km

Getting around

  • Stroud Station - 17 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Egypt Mill Hotel & Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Old Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Amalfi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Black Horse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Inn at Minchinhampton - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds located?

This family-friendly Stroud holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Minchinhampton Common and The New Lawn. Woodchester Park and Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place to unwind, another enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The goats were an added delight. Very relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful place to stay, central to many places in the Cotswolds. It’s comfortable, clean, and plenty of space to relax after a day of exploring. The hosts are also wonderful providing everything we needed and lots of information about the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious property. Used it to explore the local area.Property spotless and beautifully finished. Comfortable for a family of four or two couples as the property is so large.Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here - spacious, clean, quiet, with everything we needed - we even extended our stay. The kids loved the courtyard area to play in and seeing the goats and other animals every day. Highly recommend. Car needed but it's a short journey to both Nailsworth and Stroud (and ample parking). Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property spotlessly clean with everything you need all at hand. The only slightly picky thing maybe update outdoor pictures on listing!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful weekend

We had a wonderfully peaceful weekend, the lodged is beautiful, fully equipped and immaculately clean. Shops are close by to pick up essentials and an easy drive to visit many local villages in the Cotswolds, we will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place! It was comfortable, cute, and cozy. Jeannie was so nice and gave us some great suggestions for dinner. The goats were my favorite! They were so much fun and so sweet. *Google map tries to guide you to the wrong side of the road! The neighbors were also lovely and helped us get where we needed to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay!

We had a lovely stay here this week. The barn is really well equipped, comfy and clean. The hosts were there to greet us on arrival and explained everything we needed to know including surrounding walks and play areas. I would definitely recommend and would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen And Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a nice property and so relaxing

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property was exactly as described and the photos online do not do it justice, it is much better than the pics show. The hosts are amazing friendly and helpful people. The property is so well equipped. We totally recommend this property for a lovely relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelique v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice staying

It was very nice ,everything what we needed was there and the village and walks we made where wonderful thank you very much Jeannie and Brian
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic retreat

Wonderful stay - perfect location x
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

We were so impressed with our stay and can’t wait to get back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great hosts really welcoming and informative
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Swallows Rest

Lovley location, and accommodation very spacious, clean and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cotswold Barn Conversion

Had a fabulous long weekend here. Jeannie and Brian are great hosts, attentive to detail and generous with their time and extras (cake!). The barn conversion is fabulously light, warm and dry, and very well appointed with everything you need after a day of walking the Cotswold hills.We are keen to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

gordon l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fooks Farm

A beautiful location atop the Cotswold hills near Nailsworth…. The accommodation was clean, tidy and perfect for or needs. Our host was really helpful and present to answer anything we needed to know about the area.We will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in a lovely cottage

Nothing bad to say. The accommodation was clean and very well appointed - everything has been thought of. As others have said, it’s bigger than you expect as well! Jeannie was welcoming and the cake and drinks waiting for us were a nice touch! The area is beautiful - lots of walks on your doorstep and plenty of nearby places to visit. We’d definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Poole

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

This property was everything we needed and so much more. If we didn't live so far away (Australia) we would be back. It's the best!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nailsworth holiday

Extremely good accommodation everything you could have wanted. Owners very nice and sociable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Swallows Rest

A very comfortable place to stay with every thing one needs.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing break

Friendly and helpful host no fuss fantastic stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Swallow's Rest is just as in the pictures and Jeannie was helpful and kind before, during and even after our stay when we came back as we'd lost a bag! Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Fantastic!! 👍

The property was exactly as described, but even better In real life. Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kurt A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful weekend

wonderful farm great to see the animals equipped with everything you need to have a lovely holiday lots of lovely walks and places to visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jeannie Bennett

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Brian and Jeannie run the farm and holiday let. Brian has been farming all his life and moved to Horsley as a child and to our current farm in the late 1970s. He originally had a milking herd, but is now semi-retired and runs a small beef herd. Jeannie is also from the Stroud Valleys and enjoys the outdoor life, mainly looking after the smaller animals on the farm. She is a keen walker and previously worked with special needs students in a local secondary school.

Why they chose this property

We love our farm and the slower pace of life you can enjoy here. Swallows Rest is a tranquil and calm space and our aim is to enable you to enjoy your holiday without the trials and tribulations of a hectic life. We provide all the basics for housekeeping and tea, coffee and cake on arrival for you to instantly relax and chill out. We are happy for you to get involved in farm life and find out about farming or can leave you in peace, whichever suits you best during your stay.

What makes this property unique

Single level open plan living (2 steps down to twin bedroom). Working beef farm. Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Languages:

English

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