Stunning Cottage on the Edge of the Cotswolds

Poppy Cottage is a beautiful, stylish, spacious and peaceful two bedroom cottage set over three floors within the grounds of a former farm that was once owned by the local Monastery. Today the farm welcomes holiday and short stay guests and the cottage itself is warm, inviting and fully equipped with everything guests should need for a relaxing stay. With regret, this property is not suitable for children under 12, nor those with mobility issues. The space The ample space in Poppy Cottage is pretty spectacular and immense thought has been put into its design and flow! The kitchen-diner on the ground floor exudes style and taste and is fully equipped with everything guests should need during their stay. Considerable thought has been put into what enhances a holiday / short stay and guests will be pleased to see that along with the usual oven, hob, microwave, fridge and freezer, there is also a washer-dryer and dishwasher. The kitchen also comes fully stocked with basic condiments, tea, coffee, sugar, milk, cleaning materials, tea-towels, laundry items and bin bags. All you need to bring are food and drink, clothes and toiletries and a passion for the countryside! There is a lovely shower room on the ground floor. This handy space boasts a large shower cubicle with power shower, a toilet and a sink. The first floor of Poppy Cottage opens out into a large lounge. This artfully decorated space contains ample and comfy seating and a large Smart TV. Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and all the usual Freeview channels are available to guests. A small supply of books and games completes this space. Two bedrooms on the top floor plus a bathroom with free-standing bath round off this cottage's layout. Guests have to walk through the first bedroom to get to the Master bedroom and the bathroom is off the Master (but during the night, the shower room is easily accessible so no one need disturb each other). The walk-through bedroom has a single bed, a dedicated workspace and plenty of storage. The Master bedroom has a sumptuous and delectable king sized bed and again, plenty of storage. The bedrooms have a door between them to enhance privacy. Towels and bed linen are provided for all lengths of stays. These are changed weekly for longer stays. Wifi is available throughout the property free of charge. Heating and hot water are included in the fee. The outdoor space for Poppy Cottage comprises a small table and chairs just beyond the front door. Guest access Access to Highwood Farm is from the main highway along a 'no-through access' concrete track. The track is uneven and guests are advised to drive slowly. There is parking for one car within the car park. If you have more than one car, please check with us at the time of booking to ensure we have space. Access to Poppy Cottage is a short, level stroll from the car park. Guests have to step up and over the threshold of the front door. The access is not suitable for wheelchair users. There is a lockbox next to the front door that houses the key to the property. There are two flights of stairs within Poppy Cottage. Both are carpeted. It is not suitable for those with mobility issues particularly as the bedrooms are on the second floor. Guests have access to Poppy Cottage, the car park and the block paved area outside the property. Guests do not have access to the gated private garden at the rear of Highwood Farm nor the lawns over the far side. Other things to note Poppy Cottage is one of several rental dwellings within Highwood Farm. Poppy Cottage is our newest addition to the Highwood family. Please be aware of the bed set up when booking your stay, i.e., having to walk through one bedroom to get to the next. Poppy Cottage is not suitable for pets nor children under 12 nor those with mobility issues. Fire Regulations prohibit. Smoking is prohibited. Heating and hot water are NEST controlled and on a schedule. Both are oil fueled. Please let us know if you are too hot or too cold or if you run out of hot water. This is unlikely but easily rectified. Guests will not be able to set the heating to temperatures that exceed 22 degrees C. There are two staircases in the property and sloped ceilings on the top floor. EV charging is available on site for a fee. Usage is payable after check out. Please ask us if you want to use the EV facility as a fob will need to be provided and the process explained.