Driftcombe Farmhouse

A real ‘away from it all’ location, relax in a timeless valley at this comfortable former farmhouse 4 miles from Stroud.. Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Open Fire

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Air Fryer

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed

Bathroom: Bath, Toilet. Electric cenrtral heating (£50 per week/£36 per short break) bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available. 1½ acre grounds with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Outdoor table tennis court. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: Stream in grounds.. Set in complete seclusion, this handsome renovated 17th-century farmhouse stands in 1½ acres of private grounds with a stream surrounded by woodland and meadows, ideal for children. The property is situated at the head of the Slad Valley with unmade-up track for last 200 yards (where car access can be difficult in bad weather, especially snow); this is one of the valleys described by the poet Laurie Lee in his book ‘Cider with Rosie’. It is within an AONB, a perfect holiday retreat for quiet relaxation or for visitors interested in bird-watching, sketching, painting and walking. Town and sports amenities at Stroud (4 miles). Cheltenham 14 miles. Horse riding 2 miles. Shop 2 miles.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi



This property is accessed via a rough track, therefore access may be more difficult in the winter.

The fuel costs for oil, central heating, electricity and logs is payable to the owner (£52 per week, £36 per short break) prior to arrival.

There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.

There is open water in the property grounds.

There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

Please note, the property is accessed via a rough track, which is difficult to traverse in winter months.

There is a small steep hill which can be tricky when there is snow, or heavy rain.

If you have any questions, please contact the Siobhan Taylor (Housekeeper) 07584 633242