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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 14 guests in 7 bedrooms

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
7 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Winchcombe, Gloucestershire
  • Sudeley Castle
    14 min walk
  • Stanway House and Fountain
    6 min drive
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb
    9 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF)
    75 min drive

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About the area

Cheltenham

In Cheltenham .Within a 10-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and Belas Knap. Sudeley Castle and Hailes Abbey are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Sudeley Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • The Promenade - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 18 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 10 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Gold - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shutters Inn Gotherington - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kings Head - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 14 guests in 7 bedrooms

Almsbury Farmhouse is one of the largest properties on the Sudeley Estate, accommodating 14 guests comfortably across the main farmhouse and the separate self-contained annexe, which is complete with its own kitchen and living area. Surrounded by open, expansive garden and within just a short walk of both Sudeley Castle and the town of Winchcombe, Almsbury's location is idyllic. Bursting with unique period features, hidden staircases, surprise rooms and all the utilities and equipment you will need, Almsbury is the ideal property for larger groups and families looking for a little more space.

Spread over three floors, on the ground floor guests have use of a cosy sitting room, impressively large dining room, kitchen, utility room, children's playroom, downstairs WC and snug/breakfast room. There is access to the first floor via two separate staircases, where three sumptuous king size double bedrooms can be found, two with en-suite bathrooms as well as one family bathroom. Go up a smaller staircase to the second floor, and you will find three twin bedrooms, one is very large with plenty of beanbags - making for a great alternative playroom! There is also another family bathroom on the second floor. The annexe is self-contained, featuring a downstairs kitchen/living area and upstairs double bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Outside, guests have access to a large garden, as well as a raised decking area with outdoor dining furniture.

Lady Ashcombe has taken a special interest in the design and furnishing of the farmhouse and has personally selected works of art, objects and furniture that reflect the history and unique character of the building. Some of the contents come directly from the Castle's collection, others from local antique shops and auction rooms.

Main House - Ground Floor

Entrance Hall:
The old front door leads into a stone-floored entrance hall which leads into the sitting room (up two steps) and the dining room. One of the two flights of stairs to the first floor is in front of you, leading to a spacious landing with bookshelves and seating for reading with views of the courtyard.

Sitting Room:
This spacious room is elegant and welcoming, complete with two large sofas to seat eight people, two chairs, a decorative fireplace, a 65" TV and a Blu-ray player. There is a choice of reading material on the bookshelves, a large upholstered stool doubles as a place to rest your book, and the two windows have window seats where you can perch and look out at the view.

Dining Room:
A real talking point of the house, the dining room seats 14 guests comfortably around a large dining table, it's the perfect spot for convivial meals with all your guests. A wood-burning stove is flanked by two large windows, filling the room with light, a further bay window looking onto the rear courtyard.

Snug/Breakfast Room:
This is a charmingly cosy room if you're looking to dine in a slightly more informal environment than the dining room, it's a lovely place for a relaxed breakfast. There's a wood-burning stove within an original stone fireplace, a dining table seating six, a sofa and a 40" TV.

Kitchen:
There are two steps down into the kitchen, which is a well equipped and social space with an extendable island in the centre. Preparing meals is easy with a range-style oven, free standing fridge and separate built-in fridge. There's also a microwave and a dishwasher, whilst coffee fans will be happy with the Nespresso coffee maker. As you'd expect the kitchen is fully equipped with plenty of utensils, crockery and glasses.

Boot/Utility Room:
This is a useful space for drying and muddy boots! There's a washing/dryer machine, second dishwasher, deep ceramic sink, ironing board and clothes airer. You will also find outside glasses and plates kept in the cupboards above the sink.

Downstairs WC:
A downstairs WC with washbasin and heated towel rail.

Playroom/Snug:
A perfect little room for children, the playroom has a TV and a sofa.

First Floor

Bedroom 4:
A charming king-size bedroom with a decorative fireplace, two large built-in wardrobes, dressing table and beautiful views out towards the garden.

Bedroom 5:
A spacious king-size bedroom with two large built-in wardrobes, safe, chest of drawers and a rocking chair.

En-Suite Bathroom:
Steps lead up from the bedroom into an en-suite bathroom with a bath with overhead shower, twin washbasins, WC and decorative fireplace.

Family Bathroom:
Large walk-in power shower, free-standing roll-top bath, heated towel rail, WC and washbasin.

Bedroom 6:
A lovely king-size bedroom with decorative fireplace, large built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers and views out to the front garden. This bedroom can also be accessed by the separate staircase from the entrance hall.

En-Suite Bathroom:
En-suite bathroom with walk-in power shower, WC and washbasin.

Second Floor

Landing:
A spacious landing area, to be used as a dressing room or an ideal space for a cot.

Family Bathroom:
A comfortable family bathroom with a built-in bath and overhead shower, WC and washbasin.

Bedroom 1:
A bright and spacious twin bedroom with bedside tables and reading lamps.

Bedroom 2:
A comfortable twin bedroom with reading lamps and a sweet writing desk for those looking to work away from the hustle and bustle.

Bedroom 3:
Located through Bedroom 2, this is a very large twin bedroom set in the eaves of the house, with twin beds, a sofa, free-standing clothes hanger and plenty of beanbags. A perfect set-up for children and doubles as an excellent second playroom. Please note, this bedroom can only be accessed by walking through Bedroom 2.

Outside


To the rear of the property is a large, tiered lawned garden framed by a Cotswold stone wall and trees, Winchcombe's picturesque church stands proudly in the background. On raised decking, there is a garden table for 14 people with a retractable parasol, and a BBQ (charcoal - please bring your own fuel). To the front, there is a sloping lawn with the Isbourne River gently running along at the bottom. The Church and rooftops of Winchcombe can be seen in the near distance. There is ample parking for 8-10 vehicles.

The Annexe

Across the gravelled courtyard from the main house is the Annexe. This self-contained, two-story, one-bedroom, one-bathroom additional accommodation is ideal for large family groups who have one or two guests who prefer extra privacy or quiet.

Step through the front door into the hallway, where there's plenty of room to leave boots, shoes, and coats. To the left is the staircase to the bedroom and bathroom. The annexe features an open-plan kitchen-living-dining area, with original arched doors opening onto the courtyard and a window in the kitchen area overlooking the Farmhouse's fabulous garden and outdoor seating area.

The living-dining space has a two-seater sofa, coffee table and a dining table for two. The kitchen is equipped with a hob/oven, toaster and kettle, plus basic utensils for preparing a simple meal/snack. Guests staying in The Annexe typically eat in the Farmhouse. On the first floor, there is a spacious, ensuite bedroom with a vaulted and beamed ceiling. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size double bed, bedside drawers with reading lamps, a chest of drawers (with hairdryer), a desk/dressing table, a hanging rail, a chair and a full-length mirror.

The en-suite bathroom has a walk-in power shower, washbasin and mirror, toilet, and heated towel rail.

Please note: The Annexe does not have a TV, dishwasher, or Wi-Fi reception.

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2497 sq ft (232 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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A sudeley castle cottage that sleeps 14 guests in 7 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Flippa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous all round
Location was perfect - close to shops & bonus access to the castle, yet quiet & secluded house & garden. Well stocked kitchen, beautiful rooms for sleeping & Socialising. One of the best we’ve stayed in!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsteen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dad's 80th birthday celebrations
Excellent stay at this lovely property with 3 generations of family. Great location, beautiful property with everything you might need. Thanks for the recommendation of El Toro Catering who were amazing and came to feed us all on the Friday - a very last minute booking!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Greig L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, well laid out property
The property is in a great location for Winchcombe. Walking distance (5 mins) to the centre. Would highly recommend the Lion Inn particularly in the village centre. The outdoor walled patio area is great, think it should be more easily accessed off the house if possible. Would recommend though for a family get together.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house and great location
The house was lovely, very spacious and well kitted out! Had everything we needed for cooking etc. and free entry to the castle was a big bonus. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gideon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
What a lovely house and perfectly located . Enjoyed a bbq on the Friday in the beautiful garden and hosted all 13 of us comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Week-end
Property very spacious and quirky, well equipped, and ideally situated. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the stay. The only criticism is that there is no TV in the annex!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurence B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely old welcoming farmhouse.
A very comfortable and large rambling farmhouse with many rooms and all to a homely country standard. We immediately felt at home and were all able to settle in very quickly. All mod cons with every thing you could think of provided. Wonderfully situated in quiet seclusion yet only a five minute walk from the centre of the lovely old town of Winchcombe. Also to the beautiful grounds of Sudeley Castle to which we were all given complimentary entrance admission. Our group of twelve covered three generations with ages from 18 to 83, all of whom without exception loved it. We all look forward to a return visit for our next special family occasion.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for family gathering
Excellent venue for my children, grandchildren and friends to celebrate my 70th birthday. Well equipped in fantastic location! Only concern was the unstable condition of a number of stone slabs which form patio area. This is a potential danger especially to small children or the elderly as nd needs addressing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lewis G., Davidson, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family get together at Almsbury Farmhouse
Our family absolutely loved our stay at Almsbury. It was all the room we could have possibly asked for with 11 adults. We loved the beautiful kitchen which was so completely equipped with everything you would need, and all the nice little jams, cookies, coffee and hot chocolate. I loved the electric pot for heating water for tea. It was nice having the washer/dryer so we could go home with clean clothes. My daughters and I loved the big, beautiful roses and all of the big fat birds, especially the crows. We enjoyed the nice patio and being able to cook out. We really enjoyed our tour of Sudley Castle and the quaint little town of Winchcombe. Our family thinks we might like to do this again sometime. Hands down, we give the farmhouse five stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb property for a family or group gathering.
Almsbury Farmhouse is tucked away on the drive to Sudely Castle but within easy walking distance of the town. It had plenty of accommodation and facilities for our family group and the large garden was ideal for our young grandchildren and dogs to run around in. The kitchen is extremely well appointed including a range cooker, a fridge freezer plus another fridge, dishwasher & nespresso machine. There is plenty of crockery, glassware, cutlery, bakeware, cooking utensils - everything one would need. The utility makes a good place for dogs to sleep. Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable with plenty of cupboards and wardrobes. All bathrooms have good quality shower gel and body lotion. Towels are plentiful. A real plus is free entry to Sudely Castle which has beautiful gardens, an adventure playground, shop and cafe. All the family, even the grandchildrem, throughly enjoyed visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely farmhouse
House was really clean, with fresh linen laid out. Kitchen is really well equipped and there is plenty of space for everyone to relax/eat and enjoy the house
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Autumn weekend
We had a lovely time at this warm, welcoming house. It was so nice not to touch the cars all weekend as the walk to the castle, the stroll into Winchcombe, as well as a good, muddy walk on Sunday meant there was plenty to do in the immediate area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Wonderful weekend in Winchcombe!
Had an amazing stay in this beautiful cottage, plenty of amenities, amazing grounds and great that access to the local castle is also included!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adrian K.

Excellent house and location for a family get together
Comfortable and well equipped property. Sudeley castle is well worth a visit and Winchcombe is a very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019