Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire, South West England, England

REFNO:457893. Experience the quiet life at this charming home located in the peaceful village of Lower Oddington, a few miles east of Stow-on-the-Wold, home of the famous horse fair. It boasts stylish interiors that blend original features such as the open stone fireplace and exposed oak beams, with modern farmhouse-chic furniture that wouldn't look out of place on the pages of Country Life magazine. We can think of little better than an early morning dog walk through the surrounding countryside, followed by a hearty lunch sat at the benches around the rustic dining table before an afternoon spent reading and snoozing by the fire – pure bliss. During the warmer months, an enclosed south-facing courtyard garden offers a sunny spot to sip afternoon tea followed by evening sundowners, with a barbecue supplied to grill up alfresco feasts from April to September. In addition to Stow, the home is well-placed to explore the Cotswolds' many picturesque towns and villages, with Bourton-on-the-Water, The Slaughters and Chipping Camden all within easy reach of your address. For a change of scenery, the vibrant spa town of Cheltenham is 20 miles away. Home truths: *The home is spread across three floors, with narrow staircases linking them, so it's less suitable for those with limited mobility *There is room for four guests and one additional infant *Child-friendly amenities such as a cot, highchair and stairgate are available on request *The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace *A charcoal barbecue is available from April to September only *A starter supply of wood is provided for the open fire from October to April *The outhouse has a freezer, washing machine, clothes dryer, iron and ironing board *The courtyard is enclosed, but tiered, so children should be supervised *We recommend a car to explore the area – there's free on-street parking *Phone reception is variable