Lakeside Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Houghton
August 2020

“We had a lovely time in this cottage.”

Very clean and comfortable with everything you could need. The impact of coronavirus meant that we were the first guests of 2020, so a big thanks to owners Peter and Carol for allowing our stay to go ahead - excellent hosts, accessible but not obtrusive. A unique setting with exceptional privacy and seclusion and with some lovely walks from the doorstep and within the immediate vicinity. Each bedroom has a lovely en-suite (actually full bathrooms) and plenty of cupboard / wardrobe space. We ...

Very clean and comfortable with everything you could need. The impact of coronavirus meant that we were the first guests of 2020, so a big thanks to owners Peter and Carol for allowing our stay to go ahead - excellent hosts, accessible but not obtrusive. A unique setting with exceptional privacy and seclusion and with some lovely walks from the doorstep and within the immediate vicinity. Each bedroom has a lovely en-suite (actually full bathrooms) and plenty of cupboard / wardrobe space. We were out and about most days but the highlight of each day was returning to the cottage for a glass of wine on the Crow’s Nest followed by a cosy evening in front of the woodburner. Lovely.

Peter and Carol will be delighted to hear you had a lovely time in Lakeside Cottage. It is a unique setting and a great place to explore the surrounding area! Owner relations
Mrs Woodin November 2019

“Very tranquil setting in scenic, deep valley.”

Car needed. House immaculately clean and organised with every possible facility and clear notes. Good sense of space (literal and metaphorical). Hosts provided warm baked bread on arrival and left milk in the fridge. Nearby woods are lovely and the area is an SSI. If one wishes to venture out there are lots of places to visit including characterful pubs. November can be dreary but the heating was generous and we were very cosy.

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback on Lakeside Cottage. Owner relations
Dr Adams October 2019

“The setting of Lakeside Cottage (at the head of a small wooded valley, overlooking a lake) was beautiful - just a wondefull place to be.”

The cottage is not beautiful from outside, but inside was very well decorated and equipped, and the owners were very friendly. We intend to go again.
Lambrettagirl August 2019

“Stunning !!”

What a wonderful find. Absolutely stunning. The cottage itself is better equipped than my own home ! Peter and Carol have thought of absolutely everything to make your stay as perfect as possible. And the location is the icing on the cake. Definitely would love to visit again.
Mrs Darville August 2019

“The cottage was situated in a very pretty and peaceful part of the Cotswolds.”

The hosts take a lot of pride in their cottage and seeing to it that the guests are comfortable and well informed of the local area. 10/10 for a peaceful night’s sleep, cleanliness and a well fitted out cottage. Lots of pretty walks too.
Mrs Levy July 2019

“The cottage is way better than described, it is a little oasis of silence and calm.”

If you want to completely switch off from the hustle and bustle of every day life- this is the place. The owners are very meticulous and the barn is extremely clean. I have rarely seen such a clean cottage. What a find ..We will surely come again
Mr Phillips June 2019

“Perfect location and the best equipped cottage we have had the pleasure of staying in over many years of "cottage holidays".”

Lakeside was spotless, very nicely furnished, and Peter and Carol were lovely hosts, what more could you ask for.
Mr Gillies June 2019

“Having spent 30 years in holiday cottages the length of the UK, Lakeside Cottage, Cranham was, without doubt, the cleanest cottage we have ever been in.”

Comfortable setting in a magnificient location surrounded by wildlife. Up close to Badgers, Foxes, Deer, Canadian Geese etc was a great experience. The owners, Peter and Carol, were excellent hosts who gave a detailed layout of the cottage and local area (and fresh home made bread still warm). Would definitely go back. Robert Gillies
Mr Cooke May 2019

“An exceptionally well kept property in a very peaceful & beautiful location with charming hosts.”
Mr Grannun October 2018

“Very relaxing, wonderful location but a bit out the way.”

Not a problem for us but some people may find it a little isolated. The hosts were attentive and friendly. I honestly can’t think of anything they could improve on. Just what we were looking for on our autumn break.

A wonderful location indeed! we are so pleased to hear that you had a relaxing stay at this property which is situated in such a stunning and breathtaking location. Thank you for your feedback and your comments that the owners would not be able to improve on anything! Owner relations
Mr C-E.

“Lovely cottage in a stunning location.”

Close to nature. Great walks, bluebells and wild garlic. Many thanks for the warm welcome and yummy bread.
Mrs Moates

“A fantastic location, fabulous hosts and 5-star accommodation.”

Couldn't ask for more.
Mrs Bevan

“Peaceful. Lovely surroundings.”

A real home from home.\ \
Mrs N

“This cottage is one of the best we have ever stayed in; it is warm and comfortable and everything works!”
Mrs M

“Tranquil cottage in a beautiful valley; just what we needed.”
Ms C

“Beautiful and peaceful setting, and yet so close to amenities.”

Loved spotting the badgers and deer.
Mr S

“What a wonderful place, equipped with everything we could possibly need.”

We feel relaxed and rested, and ready to face the world again!
Mrs McGuire

“The location was beautiful & peaceful and yet near amenities\ \”
Mr Knight

“Excellent location, peaceful and stunning views.”

The owners, Carol and Peter were so welcoming and friendly. The cottage itself had everything necessary for a lovely holiday
Miss Ter Mors

“The cottage is beautiful and the surroundings are just perfect.”

The fishing provided at the cottage is really good.
Mr Hill

“The cottage itself is in an excellent and peaceful surrounding, the owners were ...”

The cottage itself is in an excellent and peaceful surrounding, the owners were very welcoming and helpful throughout our stay and the location was very convenient for visiting many of the Cotswold towns and villages
Mr Rich

“Idyllic setting, interesting wildlife, 5* accommodation”
Mr Aldous

“Excellent location, brilliant presentation, friendly and helpful hosts, peaceful, tranquil, the perfect holiday location for us and we wish to return when we can.”
Mr Schwenkert

“Everything has been perfect, especially the Crow's Nest on a sunny morning and the badgers at dusk.”

What a treat.
Mrs Nightingale

“Location superb, hosts very friendly and helpful, cottage spotless and very well appointed”
Peter Levering

“Carol and Peter were great hosts and made a sincere effort to accommodate our needs and feel at home in the cottage, which is set at the end of the road in a quiet and very picturesque vale.”

Though we arrived very late in the evening Carol and Peter had put a loaf on the kitchen table and left milk and butter in the fridge in case we were hungry. They then appeared appropriately early the next morning to welcome us and give advice on what to do around Cranham and nearby sights. We could have spend days in the cottage, enjoying the quiet of the forrest literally just outside the window or enjoying the many great walks in the area, but we decided to split our time between the cottage and driving around the Cotswolds, which the cottage turned out to be a perfect base for.\ Thank you, Peter L, July 2016
Mr. S.

“Wonderful well appointed cottage.”

The views are stunning and are not done full justice in the pictures. There is a lovely woodland walk nearby and the seating area overlooking the lake is a delight. \ Harry, July 2016
Mrs Baker

“Fantastic setting and accommodation.”
Mr Bevan

“Every comfort and facility to make this lovely cottage a home from home.”
Mr walker.

“The 5 star rating is more than justified and the whole\ \ \ package was a classic case of Ã¢Â€Âœunder promise and over deliverÃ¢Â€Â.”
Mr Caraher

“Wow what a wonderful experience for us all.”

Beautiful setting, lots to do and wonderful hosts. Thank you so much for a memorable week!
Mr Morley

“Immaculately presented by very accommodating and pleasant owners and in a stunning setting for what we wanted.”
Mrs Martley

“The cottage was set in a beautiful and peaceful location.”
Mr James

“It could not be better.”

I wanted a self contained quiet retreat.
Mr Fox

“Excellent cottage, excellent location, excellent hosts.”
Mr. I.

“Very high standard and peaceful as described.”
Vicky and Norman Moane

“My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Lakeside Cottage in Cranham.”

The cottage is very comfortable and the surroundings are very beautiful. The owners Carol and Peter were so helpful, it was above and beyond what was needed - thank you to both of them. The very best thing for me was the peace and quiet. Sitting out in the sunshine, not being able to hear any traffic was bliss! I treasure my memories of a truly peaceful place.
Mr Chambers.

“Made to feel very welcome, beautiful location, immaculate cottage.”
Mrs Unwin

“This is a wonderful place to stay.”

First class accommodation and a very warm welcome from Carol and Peter. Superb location, ideal for wildlife lovers or just for a peaceful getaway.
Mrs Collins

“I cannot fault it, the cottage was beautiful.”
Mr Vanacker

“Extremely beautiful setting!”
Mr G

“The location, the scenery, the hospitality and the cleanliness of the accommodation were excellent.”

There was nothing to dislike. The only room we didn't use was the dining room, we much preferred to look out onto the scenery from the kitchen table.
Mr Taylor

“Beautiful setting and cottage meticulously clean and well equipped.”

Owners were exceptionally good hosts and went the extra mile to make our stay perfect.
Mr Lofink

“We never had such a good equipped kitchen in a cottage.”

And the cleanliness could not be topped in the whole Great Britain. We could even eat off the floor!
Mr Ash

“Very relaxing and tranquill surroundings, central location for touring the Cotswolds.”
Mr Browne

“It was perfect!”
Ms Selin

“Superb cottage, excellent hosts, outstanding position, peace and quiet.”
“Truly beautiful setting and the owners made us extremely welcome.”

\ Becky, August 2016
Mrs Yancey

“I would give top marks to everything about this property.”

We absolutely loved it and would recommend without any hesitation. It gets a 5 on all scores on your survey. I really cannot think of anything that would have improved the cottage as it was so well equipped with very comfortable beds and furniture and the setting was stunning. The weather was not good and so most nights we had a roaring fire (June) and it was very cozy. Every evening we we were lucky to see the badgers literally outside the front door and one night had a red fox come for a visit as well.\ \ \ The owners of the cottage, Carol and Peter went over and above the call of duty in making sure we had everything we needed and I can't say enough about their hospitality. We were welcomed with a lovely fruit cake and loaf of homemade bread.\ \ \ Please feel free to use my phone or email for anyone who is thinking of staying here.
Mr McLaughlan

“Just back from a wonderful week at Lakeside Cottage where we had the friendliest of hosts and the fluffiest white towels with enough china and cutlery for a banquet.”

Can't recommend it enough.
Mr Norris

“SUPERB LOCATION, SUPERB COTTAGE, SUPERB HOSTS - THANKS VERY MUCH”
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The property

Located in the village of Cranham, approximately 3 miles from Painswick, Lakeside Cottage is in one of the most spectacular locations in the Cotswolds.

It is simply stunning, breathtaking and just perfect!

Perched on the hillside and overlooking rolling countryside with lakes below it is one of those 'never to be forgotten' views.

Built with local Cotswold stone, the cottage has been carefully renovated by the current owners, who have created and maintained the most spotless holiday home imaginable.

The cottage, which is all one level and ideal for those with some limited mobility, is large and spacious throughout, very private and thoroughly 5 star in our opinion.

The views are spectacular whatever the weather, with a wooded valley and two lakes your vista is totally unspoilt and typically 'Cotswolds'.

We think you are unlikely to ever forget it.

Internally the cottage is immaculate, there are two large bedrooms with luxury beds and each ensuite, the log burner adds to the cosy appeal and of course it has all mod cons.

The cottage also offers superfast broadband and an adequate phone signal.

Peace, tranquility and a convenient location make this an amazing holiday cottage choice that we're convinced will have you returning!

Walks around the surrounding village are beautiful and if you are keen, a trip to Laurie Lee's favourite pub The Woolpack is well worth the time.

Outstanding.

Summary

All ground floor
Note: This property only accepts children over 8 years old, but babes in arms are welcome. Two bedroom: 1 x double with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be double on request) with en-suite bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Dining room
Sitting room.
Oil central heating, woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge / freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freesat, DVD player and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Under-cover parking for 2 cars
Exclusive use of lawn area and decking with furniture
Shop 3 miles, pub 10 mins walk
Note: This property only accepts children over 8 years old, but babies in arms are welcome
Note: Due to steep drop down to the lakes, children should be supervised when outside.1 Well behaved dog allowed.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £25.

About the location

PAINSWICK

Stroud 4 miles; Harescombe 4 miles; Gloucester 7 miles.

Painswick, located only 7 miles from Cheltenham, is a town and civil parish in Gloucestershire. The town originated from the wool trade, but is now best known for its parish church’s yew trees and the local Rococo Garden. The village is mainly constructed of locally quarried Cotswold Stone. It stands on a hill in the Stroud district which overlooks one of the Five Valleys. It is home to a cricket and rugby team and has a popular golf course on the outskirts of the town. There is a local pubs such as The Oak and the Falcon Inn which offer real ales, real fires and a courtyard. Three miles from town you will find the foot of Painswick Beacon which affords vast views across the Gloucester and the Welsh Black Mountains. The ACP Gallery and local café can also be found nearby. Painswick is 4 miles north of Stroud and 4 miles east of Harescombe.

Note: This property only accepts children over 8 years old, but babes in arms are welcome.
Note: Due to steep drop down to the lakes, children should be supervised when outside.
One small dog permitted.
Note: One small dog permitted £30 pet charge

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Features

“We had a lovely time in this cottage.”

“Very tranquil setting in scenic, deep valley.”

“The setting of Lakeside Cottage (at the head of a small wooded valley, overlooking a lake) was beautiful - just a wondefull place to be.”

“Stunning !!”

“The cottage was situated in a very pretty and peaceful part of the Cotswolds.”

“The cottage is way better than described, it is a little oasis of silence and calm.”

“Perfect location and the best equipped cottage we have had the pleasure of staying in over many years of "cottage holidays".”

“Having spent 30 years in holiday cottages the length of the UK, Lakeside Cottage, Cranham was, without doubt, the cleanest cottage we have ever been in.”

“An exceptionally well kept property in a very peaceful & beautiful location with charming hosts.”

“Very relaxing, wonderful location but a bit out the way.”

“Lovely cottage in a stunning location.”

“A fantastic location, fabulous hosts and 5-star accommodation.”

“Peaceful. Lovely surroundings.”

“This cottage is one of the best we have ever stayed in; it is warm and comfortable and everything works!”

“Tranquil cottage in a beautiful valley; just what we needed.”

“Beautiful and peaceful setting, and yet so close to amenities.”

“What a wonderful place, equipped with everything we could possibly need.”

“The location was beautiful & peaceful and yet near amenities\ \”

“Excellent location, peaceful and stunning views.”

“The cottage is beautiful and the surroundings are just perfect.”

“The cottage itself is in an excellent and peaceful surrounding, the owners were ...”

“Idyllic setting, interesting wildlife, 5* accommodation”

“Excellent location, brilliant presentation, friendly and helpful hosts, peaceful, tranquil, the perfect holiday location for us and we wish to return when we can.”

“Everything has been perfect, especially the Crow's Nest on a sunny morning and the badgers at dusk.”

“Location superb, hosts very friendly and helpful, cottage spotless and very well appointed”

“Carol and Peter were great hosts and made a sincere effort to accommodate our needs and feel at home in the cottage, which is set at the end of the road in a quiet and very picturesque vale.”

“Wonderful well appointed cottage.”

“Fantastic setting and accommodation.”

“Every comfort and facility to make this lovely cottage a home from home.”

“The 5 star rating is more than justified and the whole\ \ \ package was a classic case of Ã¢Â€Âœunder promise and over deliverÃ¢Â€Â.”

“Wow what a wonderful experience for us all.”

“Immaculately presented by very accommodating and pleasant owners and in a stunning setting for what we wanted.”

“The cottage was set in a beautiful and peaceful location.”

“It could not be better.”

“Excellent cottage, excellent location, excellent hosts.”

“Very high standard and peaceful as described.”

“My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Lakeside Cottage in Cranham.”

“Made to feel very welcome, beautiful location, immaculate cottage.”

“This is a wonderful place to stay.”

“I cannot fault it, the cottage was beautiful.”

“Extremely beautiful setting!”

“The location, the scenery, the hospitality and the cleanliness of the accommodation were excellent.”

“Beautiful setting and cottage meticulously clean and well equipped.”

“We never had such a good equipped kitchen in a cottage.”

“Very relaxing and tranquill surroundings, central location for touring the Cotswolds.”

“It was perfect!”

“Superb cottage, excellent hosts, outstanding position, peace and quiet.”

“Truly beautiful setting and the owners made us extremely welcome.”

“I would give top marks to everything about this property.”

“Just back from a wonderful week at Lakeside Cottage where we had the friendliest of hosts and the fluffiest white towels with enough china and cutlery for a banquet.”

“SUPERB LOCATION, SUPERB COTTAGE, SUPERB HOSTS - THANKS VERY MUCH”

The property

Summary

About the location

PAINSWICK

“The 5 star rating is more than justified and the whole\ \ \ package was a classic case of Ã¢Â€Âœunder promise and over deliverÃ¢Â€Â.”