Apple Cottage

Snowshill, Gloucestershire

Situated in the beautiful village of Snowshill, Apple Cottage is not short of character with its stone open fire place, mullion windows and exposed beams. Tastefully furnished, thoughtfully equipped and with stunning far reaching views from exquisite gardens, Apple Cottage is the ideal base for one or two couples, or a family with older children.

The majority of this characterful accommodation is situated on the ground floor, including a cosy sitting room with dining area; a light filled pretty kitchen; a useful utility area; along with the family bathroom with separate cloakroom/wc; and bedroom one, complete with en-suite shower room. Upstairs, spacious bedroom two occupies the entire first floor and benefits from dual aspect windows and a comfy king-size bed. Outside, the garden is simply beautiful, indeed so much so that it, along with the neighbouring ownerÕs garden, is one of a select few Cotswold private gardens participating in the National Garden Scheme (NGS), and featured in Country Life magazine in 1928 and 2016. With stunning views of the Malvern Hills, the delightful terrace provides the perfect spot to enjoy the peace and quiet, along with the glorious flora and fauna. GuestsÕ privacy is assured, as Apple Cottage is not occupied when the gardens are open to the public.

Apple Cottage is set within the heart of Snowshill, a secluded village awash with traditional pretty cottages. Perched on top of the Cotswold escarpment with heavenly views across the Cotswolds, this is the English countryside at its best. The village is less than 3 miles from beautiful Broadway, often referred to as the 'Jewel of the Cotswolds', packed with independent traders, tea rooms, pubs, shops, art galleries and restaurants. Broadway Tower, situated on Broadway Hill, is the second highest point in the Cotswolds and offers panoramic views and rural country walks.

The local friendly pub, the Snowshill Arms, is in stumbling distance and is a perfect ending to a day out sightseeing in this beautiful part of the world. Or walkers can set off from the front door and enjoy the ramble across to Stanton, where you can enjoy a well-earned pub lunch and enjoy the amazing views from The Mount pub (booking essential).

A short walk from the property takes you to the National Trust's Snowshill Manor House and Gardens and Tearoom. Just up the road is the Cotswold Lavender Farm along with a delightful tearoom and shop selling the range of the farm's lavender products. The lavender flowers from June, and for several weeks the rows of plants make a spectacular sight.

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