Stay at this pretty cottage in the heart of Honeybourne, a pretty Worcestershire village surrounded by countryside and criss-crossed with well marked walking trails. It’s perfect for a solo trip or couples’ escape. Honeybourne’s history reaches back to the Bronze Age, and today the village has shops as well as a pottery which offers classes, an artisan bakery, a post office, and village hall, with the nearest shop just 400 metres away. The village also benefits from an Indian restaurant and takeaway, plus a Chinese takeaway. The railway station with direct access into Paddington (1 mile) and local bus routes provide excellent links for exploring. Visit the market town of Evesham (5 miles) or Stratford-upon-Avon (10 miles), Shakespeare’s birthplace, where you can visit Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. The Cotswolds’ rolling hills are a short drive away, with Chipping Campden (5 miles) and Broadway (5.5 miles) both ideal for days out. Surrounding National Trust houses and gardens add plenty of choice for afternoons spent exploring.
On arrival, step into the hallway, where a traditional tiled floor sets the scene and stairs lead to the first floor. A stripped wooden door opens into the open-plan living space, complete with comfortable seating, a wood burner and a Smart TV. Along the rear of the room, the bespoke kitchen is perfect for preparing meals, and there’s a large dining table with benches on either side for leisurely meals. Behind a sliding door is a handy cloakroom/utility area with a ground-floor WC. Upstairs, a small landing leads to the spacious bedroom at the rear of the cottage. Here, you can spend slow mornings enjoying the king-size bed and garden views, perhaps indulging in an evening soak in the freestanding bath. A separate shower room, with a double walk-in shower and WC, completes the first floor.
Downstairs, black crittall doors open onto the enclosed rear garden. Take your morning coffee outside to the small terrace, where you can also dine al fresco using the table and chairs. Parking for two cars is available on the driveway.