An idyllic 18th-century cottage in the heart of the Cotswolds. Set over three floors, this charming home is where sloped ceilings, limestone floors, exposed beams and a brick hearth meet contemporary altercations in elegant fashion. Knock up a hearty homemade meal in the classic country-style kitchen to be enjoyed around the old oak dining table, before losing yourself in a good book by the crackling fire. Spend warmer evenings in the sunny courtyard area at the rear of the cottage. With its beautiful Acer tree and a dining table for four, we can't imagine a lovelier spot to relax with a glass of chilled wine. When you do peel yourself away from home, Stow-on-the-Wold is a six-minute drive away, but the real gems are the village pub and picturesque green, just a five-minute wander up the road.