In the picturesque village of France Lynch, this 17th Century Cotswold stone cottage offers a serene retreat. Enjoy beautiful countryside views from every window, warm decor designed to reduce stress and anxiety, and relax in the south-facing garden with BBQ facilities. With high-speed WiFi, flat-screen TV, and bespoke furniture pieces throughout.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Beautiful peaceful village location, gorgeous views across the valley in AONB.
17th Century Cotswold stone cottage in the gorgeous village of France Lynch.
We are lucky to be in a extremely quiet location with virtually no road noise, night time is silent ( apart from the occasional wildlife) and as we are not facing directly down the Stroud Valleys we have virtually no light pollution at night time....it really is an ideal place to rest and relax and star gaze ( telescope in master bedroom) .
OUR UNIQUE SELLING POINTS :
Peace and quiet.
Beautiful Countryside green views from every window over the Golden Valleys.
Calming, warm decor and lighting specifically designed to reduce stress and anxiety and induce feelings of wellbeing and relaxation.
Bespoke pieces of furniture and artwork.
Hi speed free WiFi , flat screen TV and blue tooth speaker.
South facing garden with table , chairs and umbrella. There is also a BBQ and four sun loungers.
Picnic hamper and blanket.
Luxury cotton towels and bedding.
Fully equipped kitchen with many extras.
Comprehensive information and contact folder located in the cottage kitchen
Walking routes, historical local books, eye candy books. Playing cards and Board games for everyone and a huge variety of DVDs and novels.
Quintessential 17th Century Cotswold stone pub with lovely garden and countryside views - less than 5 mins walk also serves delicious real home made meals .
Easy access to many charming bistro pubs and acclaimed restaurants.
We live next door so whilst respecting your privacy we are there to help/advise if needed.
PLEASE take some time and read our genuine REVIEWS on this site for a view of what previous guests think of our cottage.
We are ideally located for touring but there is so much directly on the doorstep that you do not need to travel far , the area is extremely beautiful but as yet is not subject to mass tourism such as Stow on the Wold , Bibury, The Slaughters, Burford, Moreton on the Marsh etc. ( All definitely worth a visit though ).
Despite being in a quiet setting we have other local amenities such as mini supermarket, pharmacy , ATM ,takeaways, fuel station ( plus many other pubs within a 5- 10 mins drive away) .
The cottage is full of character which includes Cotswold stone interior walls, wooden floors, beams, window seats, inglenook fireplace with log burner and antique furniture. The cottage affords great views from the outside private lawned garden, kitchen, lounge and both bedrooms over fields, wooded valleys and pretty cottages both bedrooms have amazing high A framed beamed ceilings. There is one bathroom on the first floor which is close to both bedrooms, the bathroom has a walk in shower and a bath with overhead shower.
The lounge area is bright and includes flat screen TV and DVD player (there is a large variety of DVDs and books in the cottage), the lounge area leads through to a separate ambient snug/dining room with dining table for four. The kitchen has a large range cooker, Belfast sink, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge and small separate freezer.
Both bedrooms have faux fireplaces, great views and are of a good size, one has a double bed and the other has a king size bed both have ample storage space.
Care has been taken with soft furnishings and decor to ensure you have a relaxing comfortable holiday.
There is allocated parking directly next to the cottage on a private drive.
We have two pubs in the village which are walkable (one is three minute walk and other one is ten minutes ) and both serve food, we also have a cafe which is also a ten minute easy walk, it is close to the furthest pub. They are open daily from 10am and serve breakfasts, lunch and delicious cakes but unfortunately they currently do not serve breakfast or lunch on Sundays just drinks and cakes.
It is advisable to book ahead in either pub if you want to eat: 3 mins walk - The KingsHead Pub, France Lynch, Stroud,
10 mins walk - The Old Neighbourhood Inn, Chalford, Stroud.
Chalford ( just next door to France Lynch ) is now becoming famous for its annual Party on the Hill ‘ CHALFEST ‘ which is attracting international stars such as Sophie Ellis Bextor, SisterBliss ( Faithless), Alexandra Burke and The Blockheads. The concert runs for two nights every July ( Friday for locals and Saturday open for public) . It is a ticket only event which much be purchased on the on line site. For those who don’t enjoy music don’t worry as the festival is in a central village park it closes promptly at 10.00pm both nights. The event is a five minute walk from the cottage but the cottage is tucked away so not effected by any traffic disturbance.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
Games
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Telescope
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking allowed outside STRICTLY no smoking inside
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please wash and put away all used breakfast crockery and cutlery before you leave on departure morning
Key goes back into keysafe in front porch - code 2406
Please scrabble the code after returning key
Recycled food goes in the grey plastic box on the wall by the gate to the drive…please do NOT leave refuse bags on the wooden benches in the front porch, they stain the wood.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside STRICTLY no smoking inside
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Stroud, this vacation home is in a rural area and near a water park. Museum in the Park and Chavenage House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Crickley Hill Country Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Arcade Archive and Stroud Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Stroud travel guide
Is Beautiful peaceful village location, gorgeous views across the valley in AONB. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful peaceful village location, gorgeous views across the valley in AONB.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful peaceful village location, gorgeous views across the valley in AONB.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful peaceful village location, gorgeous views across the valley in AONB. located?
This family-friendly Stroud vacation home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of RMC - The Cave and Arcade Archive. Minchinhampton Common is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.
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The cottage was absolutely charming. It was warm and quiet and was a perfect base for exploring the areas around. Inside there were so many quirky, fun, clever bits of interior design to enjoy. And the hosts, Ann and Pete were delightful and helpful, living right next door. We thoroughly enjoyed our 4-day stay.
Absolutely best place we have ever stayed. Cozy, well appointed, beautiful village. Generous welcome basket with cookies/snacks and helpful welcome folder. Ann was available, helpful and kind. Would have stayed longer if we could have!Narrow roads for us Americans - but worth the views. Our favorite activity was walking to the nearby park/playground and discovering the footpath. Hilly, adventurous and found some sheep and donkeys.
We really enjoyed our stay here. Our hosts were lovely people and the rental well appointed to self cater. It was not too difficult to navigate to the surrounding areas for sightseeing. Many areas to walk nearby as well. We enjoyed the local pub too 😉 Would highly recommend.
Beautiful restoration of stone cottage in the hills of France Lynch. Wonderful attention to details and comfort. Charming hosts. Wonderful location for our excursions into Painswick and Cirencester. Just delightful.
A beautiful, comfortable cottage in a gorgeous location! No detail has been spared to enhance the stay in this lodging. Gorgeously decorated, spotlessly clean, excellent instruction for running the cottage, and great local recommendations for touring are provided. We appreciated the lovely welcome basket as well! Thank you!! It was a pleasure to meet you Ann and Pete!
We had a wonderful stay at this charming cottage. The property was clean, well-maintained, and beautifully decorated. The location was ideal, providing easy access to the Cotswolds and the city of Bath. Additionally, having a quality pub just a 5-minute walk away was a great bonus. Highly recommended if you are looking to visit the area.
This is our second stay at Anne’s property as we love it so much! The house is immaculately clean and beautifully decorated. We love waking up to the gorgeous Cotswolds view. Ann and her husband are amazing hosts and we can’t wait to visit again!
We had a lovely stay in this beautiful cottage. Perfect location from which to explore the local area as well as having great local walks if you don’t want to venture far. Would highly recommend!
Ben M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Gary
24 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A high quality property tastefully furnished balancing country living and modern functionality. Extremely friendly and helpful hosts …. highly recommended.
Very idyllic cottage in Cotswolds. It has everything you need. There are also many nice places in the area you can visite!
Ann was a perfect host, willing to help and answered very quickly. Could recommend staying here for sure and would love to come back again!
Perfect cottage for myself and a friend. Great location for us, very peaceful but close enough to nearby towns and a stone’s throw from the local pub The Kings Head where everyone was very welcoming. The owners of the cottage had thought of everything! It was beautifully decorated and dressed…absolutely faultless. It was lovely and warm, especially with the log burner that, as it was cold enough, we were able to use. Would definitely like to rerun. Thanks Ann and Peter!
We were so impressed with all the details and beauty of this wonderful cottage. It’s a gorgeous little town on the hill with ample walks and a FANTASTIC local pub - the Kings Head. We were so cozy here and it was the perfect base to explore all the nearby cute old towns, pretty roads, Stonehenge and Bath. Visit the Jolly Good Farm Shop for amazing sundries and the Lavender Cafe for a brunch that is impossible to beat. Bravo!
My only regret with renting the cottage is not staying longer. My wife and two friends and I had one week in Europe. We stayed two nights in London, two nights in Paris, and three nights here. It was a perfect way to end our very busy week. There is so much to do in the area, we were only able to use the cottage as a way to rest our heads for the night.The hosts were on a holiday themselves when we arrived. So, unfortunately we were unable to meet them In person. Communication was very good and straightforward.If we ever visit the area again, I will definitely be looking to stay here. Mike
What a beautiful property and amazing hosts. From the moment we arrived with the welcome bottle of champagne and goodies, we felt perfectly at home. There are too many fabulous details to capture here, though I will note that it was such a joy to look at the beautiful decor and perfectly chosen accessories throughout the house. And that kitchen! It became the gathering point as it was so cozy and good-sized at the same time.Ann was great in her communications. We had two additional guests who wanted to join us for New Year’s, and Ann was so understanding and kind in accommodating them at the last minute. This is without a doubt a perfect place and we are definitely going to return.
Ann and Peter are incredible hosts. Oxford Cottage House was the highlight of our stay in England and our home base for our day trips to Bath, Gloucester, Oxford, and Bourton-On-The-Water. The cottage is cozy, immaculate, and the view of the valley is beautiful. This is a warning. You might be tempted to stay forever.
Our trips to the village pub, Kings Head, only a few minutes walk up the road, were a ton of fun as Joe, the owner, his family, and other villagers, helped us feel at home. Ask about Singo-Bingo if you do visit the Kings Head.
We had a wonderful holiday at Oxford Cottage. The house was very neat and clean, very nicely decorated and fully equipped. There were so many beautiful things to see in every room. From the house and on the terrace you have a very beautiful view. The hostess and host were very nice and helpful. De omgeving is ook prachtig, zowel dichtbij (bijvoorbeeld Tetbury, Bisley, Miserden, Minchinhampton) als iets verder weg (bijvoorbeeld Broadway(tower), Oxford, Bourton on the water). Highly recommended!
We have stayed in a lot of VRBOs and this one was the most well-appointed, historic, and maintained cottage we've had the honor of staying in. The owner is quite responsive (even though she was in Greece at the time). She's obviously put a ton of thought into how she set this up. Beautiful. The location is great for the Cotswolds. It is on a one-lane, two-way road, so one must be comfortable with that kind of English countryside driving. The local pub, steps from the front door, is friendly and quite good. A great base for taking all those country walks, visiting other historic villages, and just taking in the Cotswolds. A memorable experience.
Great cottage decorated with love in a wonderful landscape ideal for walks and trips to nearby towns. We had a wonderful time. The kitchen offers everything you need.Thanks a lot!!
A delight to stay in a beautifully curated home yet so cozy and inviting. The hosts have thought of every detail and this location makes a great base for Cotswolds walks and exploring quaint villages. Thank you for sharing this lovely cottage!