The Old Pool House

Families and groups of up to six will find The Old Pool House works well for a rural Cotswolds break. The cottage is detached and on one level throughout, with three bedrooms—a king, a double, and a room with zip-and-link single beds—and two bathrooms including an ensuite. A large open-plan living space with dining and kitchen areas gives everyone room to spread out, and the kitchen is equipped for proper cooking with an electric oven, hob, dishwasher and other basics. Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and wifi are all included; a travel cot and highchair are available too.

Outside, the property has a substantial garden with decking, a summerhouse and seating, plus space for three cars. You're based behind the owners' home with access to their wider grounds, which puts you in reach of country walks and cycling routes. Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water and Cirencester lie within 15 minutes' drive, while Cheltenham—with its Regency streets, shops and cinema—is about 6 miles away. A local shop is 2 miles distant. No smoking is permitted in the property.