Park Cottage, Dursley

Gloucestershire. Sleeps up to 6

Park Cottage is a recently renovated, charming, 3 Bedroomed Cotswold Cottage set within the gorgeous Stancombe Park Estate, which is famed for its Romantic Garden, which contains grottoes, a lake, a temple and pavilions with conical roofs. The estate also inspired Evelyn Waugh to write Brideshead Revisited, adding an extra dimension to the sheer beauty found in this magical place.  

With a backdrop of woodlands, the property is cocooned in a private valley within Stancombe Park, where you can enjoy spectacular views of Grade 1 parkland; this is country estate living at its best!
 
This delightful property is located near Dursley in a gorgeous corner of Gloucestershire, within walking distance of the Cotswold Way, famed for its wonderful walks and breathtaking scenery.

Dursley is a walker’s delight with stunning views and plenty of footpaths; Stinchcombe Hill is particularly popular with walkers. There are plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants to enjoy, as well as shops and delis to stock up on essentials.
 
Park Cottage is a great escape from the outside world or perfect as a beautiful base to explore the delights of this enchanting region.
 
Cosy and comfortable, and immaculately furnished throughout, the cottage seamlessly blends original features with modern comforts. The Ground Floor offers a warm and inviting living space with large comfy sofas surrounding a feature wood-burning fire and large TV. The stylish dining area is perfect for family feasts or laid-back dinner parties and has double doors that open onto a lovely terrace, perfect for alfresco dining or pre-dinner drinks. The compact, bright kitchen offers everything you need to serve tasty treats and a handy breakfast area to enjoy that morning coffee before exploring. There is also a separate convenient WC.
 
Upstairs the First Floor has three large double bedrooms, simple yet stylish, of which one can be configured as a flexible twin room, making this a great choice for families. Enjoy plush beds with crisp Egyptian cotton bedlinen and soft, colourful throws. There is a modern family bathroom with a tub and overhead shower.

Park Cottage has lovely outside space with a terrace with dining space and BBQ, and there is a delightful second terrace reached by steps which offer magnificent views over the Park and are an ideal spot for a sundowner or two.
 
If you can’t bear to leave the dog at home, well-behaved dogs are welcome but don’t forget to pack the dog bed!

Stancombe Park is positioned at the heart of the Cotswold Way in Dursley, Gloucestershire and offers 300 acres of stunning grounds and magnificent architecture, including a Chinese tea house and Egyptian ice house. The estate is steeped in history and a real joy to explore.

The gardens on the estate include the wonderful secret ‘folly’ gardens, with narrow paths, tunnels, and caves set above a beautiful lake and boathouse, giving it a mystical, magical feel. The more formal gardens lead to the main house and fully justify the Grade 1 listing the Park and Gardens have been given. House guests enjoy exclusive access to the grounds, whereas public access is limited to pre-booked tours making this an extraordinary experience.
 
Nestled within the private estate, Park Cottage is the perfect getaway to explore the Cotswolds, and there are plenty of walking tours available along the Cotswold Way, which stretches for over 100 miles from Chipping Camden in the North and Bath in the South. Expect picture-perfect towns and villages with honey-coloured houses, acres of beautiful rolling countryside, and memorable historic sites.
 
Tetbury is only a short drive away and has some beautiful eating establishments, including The Conservatory at Calcot Manor, Lola & Co and The Royal Oak. Tetbury is also home to  Westonbirt, the National Arboretum, which hosts one of the world's most beautiful and important plant collections; there are 600 acres and 17 miles of paths to explore. There is a Gruffalo trail for the kiddies, free talks on Saturdays and Sundays and dog-friendly areas.
 
There are stunning gardens, palaces and manor houses only a short drive from Stancombe, and highlights include Highgrove, King Charles lll’s private residence. The Gardens are renowned as some of the most inspiring and innovative in the UK, and during the summer months, garden tours and the chance to sample afternoon tea in the Orchard Room can be booked.
 
The Cotswolds is full of charming characterful pubs and restaurants, with many special treats to enjoy. If you wish to dine like a future king, try The Potting Shed Pub in Crudwell, as William and Kate had many a romantic dinner there whilst they were dating!

You will be hard pushed to find a prettier area than the Cotswolds, and there is lots to discover and admire; staying at Park Cottage offers an exclusive taste of Country Estate living and is the perfect base to explore this enchanting region.

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