Harrowby End

This attractive 18th century Grade II listed Cotswold stone cottage offers many traditional features including an inglenook fireplace and beams. It is situated in the unspoilt, charming village of Ebrington and is an ideal retreat for a family of four. The space Harrowby End is a beautiful 18th century thatched cottage set within the picturesque Cotswolds village of Ebrington (as featured in Penelope Keith's 'Hidden Villages'). Everything about this Grade II listed stone property oozes comfort and taste. Completely refurbished in 2020, the cottage still retains many of charming historic features including an inglenook fireplace and exposed wooden beams. From the moment you step inside this stunning, semi-detached cottage you are greeted by a cosy, welcoming atmosphere. Harrowby End is a true home from home. The ground floor comprises an open-plan sitting and dining area with exposed beams and day-dreaming window seats. The inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove is the focal point of the room and the perfect addition on cool winter evenings when all you want to do is curl up on the comfortable sofas as the night draws in. The compact yet well-equipped kitchen has everything you need and looks out onto the lovely cottage garden, however you might be tempted not to cook at all, with an award winning pub within stumbling distance! Head up the stairs to the first floor to find the two well-proportioned bedrooms, a master with a king-size Hypnos bed with sumptuous linens, and a twin bedroom, ideal for children or adults alike with 3' single Hypnos beds. The spacious shower room is modern and fresh with fluffy towels and complimentary toiletries. Outside, the large, enclosed garden is bordered with mature trees and pretty shrubs. High quality rattan garden furniture is provided, creating the ideal space for al fresco dining on the patio or relaxing in the sunshine with a good book. Harrowby End is located in a peaceful village setting within a conservation area and a real bonus is the award-winning pub, The Ebrington Arms, located just a few minutes' walk away. This excellent gastro pub was voted Village Pub of the Year by the Sunday Times 2017, serving great food and its own beers which CAMRA voted best newcomer 2017 (after just five years of making their own beer!). Ebrington is also home to Vegetable Matters, a fabulous store selling local vegetables and a whole range of other quality foods, as well as being a destination for a variety of breakfasts, light lunches, teas and coffees. Staying at Harrowby End gives you access to a wealth of quaint English villages, wonderful gardens, fascinating historic houses and excellent pubs and restaurants all within easy driving distance. There are also many beautiful walks through rolling countryside just waiting to be discovered. Harrowby End is also available to book for two guests with use of one bedroom (please see separate listing). Additional Information: There are quite steep steps to access the front of the are also three steps in the garden from the patio area to the lawn. Please be aware, there are some low beams within the property. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. The bedding is non-feather. Todenham Manor Farm can deliver a box of fresh meat to your cottage for your stay. Please click here for more details. Gigaclear faster fibre optic broadband. Guests are required to park on the street but may pull up to the cottage to unload/load on arrival/departure. Guests are not permitted to park in front of the garage as access is required by a neighbouring property. * Please contact us if you are interested in alternative arrival days to those shown below. Guest access Ground Floor: Entrance hall Cloakroom With wash basin and WC. Kitchen With electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, wine cooler, dishwasher and washing machine. Two steps down to Sitting/dining room With inglenook fireplace and window seats and a Smart television (Amazon Prime and Netflix available with guests' own account). Dedicated laptop workspace/workstation available for use if required. First Floor: Master bedroom With a Hypnos 5' king-size bed. Twin bedroom With twin Hypnos 3' single beds. Family shower room With a walk-in shower, wash basin and WC. Outside: Pretty enclosed rear garden (three steps up to the lawned area) with patio and garden furniture. There are quite steep steps with no handrails to access the front of the cottage. On-street parking. (Whilst there are parking facilities at the property in front of the garage, this is not to be used as access is required by a neighbouring property.)