The Granary

The accommodation was wonderful very spacious and comfortable, in a loverly location, with plenty of parking We were recommended by friends who have stayed their a couple of times, it is also dog friendly although we didn’t have a dog : We did have a little problem with the dishwasher which the owner tried to fix , but I suppose if know one told them there was an issue they wouldn’t know It is situated centrally for lots of national trust houses , the pretty villages upper and lower slaughter , Bourton on the water ,and many more just a short drive away .

All in all a fantastic place to stay at any time of the year

There are a lot of positives about the Granary - delightful location, so tranquil and plenty of space, both in the property and outside.

The cottage is very well equipped with everything one needs for self catering. The ability to wander into the gardens of the main house was also a great benefit. However, I am a lady in my late 70's with a mobility problem as I walk with a walking stick at all times (I had also included my niece and her husband in the booking) so there were some aspects which were an issue for me. I don't remember there being any reference to these in the overview of the Granary. Here are the main things which affected my stay:- 1] The sofa was low and we moved a big cushion from another sofa to raise the height - sometimes it was sufficient & enabled me to get up on my own, others not so. 2] I found the 4 steps leading into the cottage at times a challenge as my balance is not always good. There were some times I needed to hold on to my niece or her husband to feel safe walking down the steps (as I had booked to stay an extra night on my own, that was something of a worry being there completely on my own). So a handrail on at least one side of one of the sets of steps I would say should be a definite requirement for safety. (I can't believe I am the only person in their late 70s who stayed here and who also has a mobility issue). Also loading my luggage into the car could have been quite a major problem, fortunately I found that by putting my cases on the upper steps, I could lift them down with me standing on the ground level worked. 3] Both my niece and I found the beds uncomfortable - her in the king size bed and me in one of the singles in the 2nd bedroom, It was also something of a challenge getting off the bed, as again it was quite low. 4] As we were so lucky to have glorious weather, we decided it would have been nice if there was a garden table and chairs where we could sit and have a cuppa outside in the sun and in some comfort, rather than sitting on the cold steps. 5] I knew I would not be able to use the ensuite bathroom to the 2nd bedroom as I cannot climb into a bath and I don't use hand held showers to wash my hair or have a shower. So I had accepted that I would have to use the one for the main bedroom. However, I felt very vulnerable, especially as I used it when I was on my own in the cottage as there was no safety items - no grab rail in particular. At home, I also have a seat in my shower so I can sit down when showering as standing still puts a lot of pressure on my lower back. These issues are the main reason why I have given the cottage 4 stars rather than 5 stars. I would be happy for you to publish the first part of my feedback above, however I think that whilst I have gone into some detail on the issues, some of that is really for the owners, However if you want to precis my comments for the cottage on your website, I think others should be aware of some of the issues I faced. Would I stay again if some of the safety factors were implemented? Most definitely. :-))

Was generally happy with the cottage.

The sofas and beds could be more comfortable.The steps to the entrance could do with hand rails. John and Jo were very helpful.

Absolutely wonderful accommodation and location!

So cosy with the wonderful open fire but beautifully warm without the fire lit - we just loved having an open fire. Hosts were very helpful and accommodating. Already booked another week in November and can’t wait!

We have had a lovely stay at the Granary.

The kitchen was fully equiped and the Granary is very spacious; more than enough room to run around in for our 3-year old. The location is beautiful, really quiet but still close by the more busy places/towns/cities. And the hosts are very friendly. The only negative feedback; it could have been a bit more clean, especially the kitchencabinets. But, I may be a bit of a clean-freak.

The Granary is a real country escape.

A beautiful cottage in a stunning location. Well equipped and lovely hosts.

Lovely property .

.loved the Granery and great location ...loads of space ...our 2 dogs loved it they wanted to stay

Beautful accomadation, tastefully furnished, everything you need for a self catering stay , excellent for exploring the Cotswolds, John and Jo were excellent hosts, We will be beack

Beautiful location.

1.3 mile walk over fields to a good pub. Excellent hosts. Clean, comfy, well equipped. Stow and Bourton in easy reach by car, Bourton on the water a pleasant 4 ish mile walk.

Nice property in peaceful setting.

Well equipped. Public footpaths for stroll through adjacent countryside.

Hidden treasure in the Cotswolds!

We loved it. Delightful and spacious cottage, beautiful gardens, lotsof birds, absolute silence, good facilities and last but not least very kind landlords with two enthusiastic dogs.

The Granery is a beautiful building in a perfect location.

Unfortunately our overall experience was somewhat marred by some simple to resolve comfort issues. It was very cold when we arrived but the owners refused to put the heating on, saying that the system was already off for the summer. Luckily the weather improved during our stay but it remained chilly inside. Secondly, the mattresses on all the beds could use a topper at the least, or ideally to be replaced with mattresses of a better quality. We were there with 4 adults and none of us slept comfortably. Lastly, we ran out of toilet paper in both bathrooms after 3 days and when we asked for more we were told we had been given one roll per bathroom and that should have been enough! We managed to get one extra roll which we then had to share between the two bathrooms. I hope the owners will take this feedback as an opportunity to create a really amazing experience for their guests and one that matches the stunning location.

A delightful place to stay after exploring the near by towns and villages of the Cotswolds.

Lovely walks within the estate and surrounding areas. A peaceful and tranquil setting.

The property was in a beautiful setting and the owner was very accommodating.

Thank you for a lovely week.

So peaceful and private, Thank you also for the gift basket. Merlin loved meeting your dogs, chickens and horses. We really hope to be back someday,

Quiet, spacious and very well equipped.

My family and my dog felt very at home here with the added bonus of being right in the middle of the Cotswolds beautiful countryside.

The Granary is top notch.

Johnny was on hand to show us around this beautiful cottage. We loved the little touches of a welcome basket, folder with places to visit, White Company toiletries, bedding and towels. We were able to walk around the grounds freely and gather logs for the rather splendid fire. The garden with its stream and hut, stunning horses really was special. Joanna and Johnny (and the dogs) were so friendly and helpful. We are very well rested and relaxed. We would recommend it highly. Hopefully we will be back again soon. Thank you J&J from M&M

I would have liked some drawer space in the double room.

I appreciate that there is not a great deal of space but perhaps the bedside tables could have drawers underneath. The only other thing is that there are a number of steps to the front door and for an older person it would be helpful to have some sort of handrail. Otherwise the accommodation is very good and spotlessly clean.

The cottage and facilities were first class with everything you could possibly need.

The Manor and surroundings were idyllic and It was lovely to receive the welcome basket too. However we did feel it was just too isolated for us. We like to stroll to a nearby pub but had to drive into Bourton to find one. Likewise for a coffee shop. The main problem however was there was no mobile phone signal which in view of the isolation we feel is very important for visitors to know.

Property was just as we expected and extremely relaxed and comfortable.

Sarah, was on hand to welcome us and help us to settle in and was available and friendly for any queries we had. The real log fire was an absolute joy and for us it was a lovely social space for our long weekend away with friends.

Such a lovely holiday home.

We visited with 2 children and had a lovely time. Great setting and plenty of space for the kids to explore. The tennis court was a great addition. Would definitely visit again :)

We had a wonderful holiday at The Granary with everything we needed and more.

The welcome basket was a lovely surprise, with delicious wine and chocolates and we were also given freshly laid eggs. We found the owners friendly and helpful and the beds extremely comfortable. Excellent facilities and a beautiful place to stay.

Cosy, well-appointed barn conversion ideal for our needs.

Excellent situation in the grounds of a Manor House, with the Windrusn Trail just yards away. Friendly and helpful hosts.

We had a brilliant stay spending a week in The Granary.

The hosts were very hospitable and welcoming. Set in wonderful grounds The Granary was very homely, warm and comfortable. Spacious accommodation that lived up to all expectations. Hope to be back again next year.