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Within 2 minutes’ walk of Cheltenham’s Pittville Park, No 38 The Park offers luxurious accommodation in a Georgian townhouse. The hotel includes a lounge and offers free WiFi and parking is available at a small per night cost. Rooms have a TV, Dyson Fan & Hairdryer, a Nespresso machine and minibar. There is an en suite shower with toiletries from Bramley, and the deluxe king rooms also have a free-standing bath. A continental breakfast or cooked breakfast can be enjoyed at No 38 The Park each morning. Cheltenham Playhouse Theatre is just over 1 mile from this hotel, and you can drive to Cheltenham Racecourse in 7 minutes. The town’s elegant Montpellier District is around 20 minutes’ walk away.

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Nestled in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, The Old Stocks Inn is a recently refurbished 17th-century coaching inn that overlooks the green where the original penal stocks still stand. The family-run Old Stocks Inn has en suite bedrooms, a bar, and a terraced patio garden for al fresco dining in good weather. There are 2 restaurants, both with friendly staff. Stow on the Wold is 2 miles (3.2 km) from The Slaughters and 4 miles (6.4 km) from Bourton on the Water.

Thyme is nestled in the rolling Cotswolds hills creating a home away from home: a place to slow down, take Thyme and reconnect with nature. The estate is connected by winding gravel pathways where you'll find 17th century houses and cottages with meticulously-restored agricultural barns, all enveloped in a pristine 150-acre estate. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in their Ox Barn restaurant, and The Swan, their village pub, is open from Wednesday through to Sunday. Refreshments are available in their Baa, an elegant and cosy space where guests can enjoy a coffee and light lunch during the day or a botanical cocktail in the evening. Free private parking and free Wi-Fi are available at the property. Thyme's botanically inspired bedrooms are dispersed across houses and cottages, forming a peaceful hamlet environment with gravel pathways to lead you through the gardens. Each room comes with a coffee machine and welcome goodies for guests to enjoy during their stay. A private bathroom with toiletries from their sister brand, Bertioli, is provided in every room, and a bath or shower is also provided. Guests have access to the hotel's communal spaces, including their exhibition space, the Tithe Barn, the Baa Bar, and the Orchid House, the poolhouse which is open seasonally during the summer months when the outdoor pool is open for guests. Garden and History Tours are available at the property, please check their Calendar of Happenings to see when the tours are scheduled to take place. The Cookery School at Thyme offers both private classes alongside a scheduled programme which is part of their Calendar of Happenings. Thyme's spa, the Meadow Spa, is an idyllic haven of peace and tranquility, nurturing beauty from within. They offer a range of rejuvenating treatments in the Meadow Cottage and the Botanical Bothy: a space designed in conjunction with their Bertioli breathing and bathing collection. Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where the Cotswold hills rise up from the Thames. Thyme is surrounded by beautiful and historic English countryside, and an array of enchanting places to visit and things to do; from a game of tennis on their court, bicycles to borrow for a ramble around their estate, or croquet on the Farmhouse lawn, there are many wonderful ways to enjoy your time. Cycle routes and walking maps are available at the hotel Reception desk. Cheltenham is 42km from Thyme, while Stow-on-the-Wold is 28km away. Bristol Airport is 105km from the property, and Charlbury railway station is 26km away. The estate is also easily reached from London, via train from London Paddington arriving into Charlbury or Swindon station, or by taxi. The hotel are more than happy to assist with transfer requests, please contact the team as far in advance as possible to make travel arrangements.

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Formerly a 17th-century rectory, Lords of the Manor is set in 8 acres of secluded gardens and parkland. With 4 AA Red Stars, it is one of the top 200 hotels in the country, and offers delicious award-winning food. Each bedroom is individually designed, with elegant furnishings. Some rooms have views of the parkland and pond, or the walled gardens and Upper Slaughter Hill. Lords of the Manor has been awarded four AA Rosettes for its fine food and offers a choice of two dining styles. Atrium at Lords of the Manor is a fine dining restaurant. Here Head Chef, Charles Smith, showcases his culinary skills with a signature tasting menu, priced at £130 per person. Open Wednesday to Sunday with one sitting at 6.45pm. The second restaurant, The Dining Room, is for guests wishing to a choose from à la carte menu but in a less formal dining environment. The Dining Room is available every day from 6pm to 9pm. With a peaceful Cotswold location, the hotel is surrounded by pretty villages. Longborough, with its opera house, is a 15-minute drive away, while Oxford can be reached in an hour by car.

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This 17th-century inn is set in the heart of the Cotswolds, boasting beamed ceilings, stone floors and elegant, modern rooms. In the tranquil hamlet of Cockleford, The Green Dragon serves freshly prepared, hearty food. Light and stylish, each individually furnished room provides a sleek private bathroom. Guests can relax in the room with a TV and free Wi-Fi. The rustic and cosy pub area is full of historic features, with an open fireplace and unique furniture with carved, wooden mice. Full English breakfasts are served each day, along with fresh, traditional dishes. Guests can enjoy real ales and fine wines in the 2 bars. Free parking is available, and Cheltenham is less than 15 minutes’ drive away. Birdland Park and Gardens is 25 minutes away by car, and guests can enjoy scenic walks in the surrounding countryside.

Set in the Cotswold market town of Tetbury, this charming town house dates back to 1535 and boasts a restaurant with views of the walled garden and fountain. There is free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Every room at The Close Hotel is individually decorated with a mix of antique and modern furniture, and most have views of the pretty garden. Features include a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and en suite bathroom. A full cooked breakfast is served each morning in the common dining room. Locally sourced ingredients are used in at the restaurant. Tetbury’s shops and restaurants are within a 5-minute walk from The Close Hotel, and Cirencester is a 20-minute drive away. Bristol can be reached in around 35 minutes by car.

In beautiful tranquil natural surroundings, this charming 13th century stone-built hotel offers comfortable, attractive accommodation with modern facilities seamlessly integrated alongside beautiful original features. The Tudor Farmhouse Hotel is situated in the historic village of Clearwell, on the fringe of the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley. Deep in the heart of the natural beauty of the countryside, the hotel is surrounded by immaculately kept landscaped gardens and 14 acres of fields. The building’s stunning original features include massive oak beams, original panelling, an oak spiral staircase and a large, rough stone inglenook fireplace in the attractive lounge. The 20 en suite rooms have been refurbished in a traditional style without compromising the structure’s beautiful historic charm. Each room offers sensitively incorporated contemporary comforts and facilities, including tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryers, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and wireless internet access.

This sophisticated Elizabethan manor and spa boasts traditional countryside elegance and modern luxury. Set amongst the beautiful Cotswold hills, it is just a 5-minute drive from the centre of Cheltenham. The property is part of the Eden Hotel Collection which has been awarded the 4 Red Star AA Award. All rooms are furnished with a unique mix of traditional country manor and stylish boutique decor. With original wooden furniture, comfortable beds and vibrant soft furnishings, rooms also include cosy bathrobes, complimentary mineral water, and luxury toiletries. Guests can enjoy fine dining in chic, elegant surroundings at the award-winning restaurant, or relax with a meal in the informal and stylish The Front Row Brasserie. While dining, guests can appreciate beautiful views over the Cotswold Hills. The luxurious Elan Spa provides guests with a hydrotherapy pool and outdoor hot tub. Guests can also enjoy a treatment in the Elan Spa or a game of croquet in the landscape gardens.

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This contemporary-chic country house hotel is situated in the Cotswolds, surrounded by 55 acres of parkland, woods and meadows. Its gardens have natural springs, lakes, and Victorian cascades. Each room at Cowley Manor has handmade furniture and fabrics made by young British designers. Some are in the main house, some are in the converted stable block, and all have a flat-screen TV and luxury toiletries. The restaurant is a grand room with a high ceiling and beautiful views of the grounds. It is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and serves food made from fresh local ingredients. A continental breakfast is served. With free parking and free WiFi on site, Cowley Manor is a 15-minute drive from Cheltenham. Gloucester can be reached in 20 minutes by car.

Set on the edge of a steep hillside overlooking the Golden Valley, Burleigh Court Hotel is a 18th-century Cotswold-stone manor house located in the heart of Royal Gloucestershire. The hotel boasts a large garden, as well as an on-site restaurant and a bar. Each of the individually decorated and furnished bedrooms offers views of the property's gardens or across the Golden Valley. They include a seating area and a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub or a shower. Some rooms also come with a fireplace and large four-poster beds. Burleigh Court's restaurant offers a two-rosette dining experience serving a locally-sourced menu using only top-draw ingredients and kitchen garden produce. Guests can enjoy a drink in the bar or the terrace from the extensive variety of wines, ales and spirits offered in the bar. A full English breakfast is also served every morning in the common dining room or in the guest rooms upon request. Guests can relax on the hotel's garden, which is listed on the Good Garden Guide and features terraces, ponds and pools with hidden pathways and Cotswold-stone walls. Burleigh Court Hotel is located 15 km from Gloucester and a 1-hour drive from Cardiff. Bristol is located 40 minutes away by car. The Burleigh Wellness Garden Nature Spa is available at £15 per person/day offering a jacuzzi with massage jets, a sauna and a historic plunge pool for refreshing dips. The Burleigh treatment hut, on the far side of the wellbeing garden, offers relaxing massage therapies designed to perfect your unique wellness experience. Qualified therapists with years of spa experience will look after you with skill. Please book your massages online here https://burleighcourtcotswoldstreatments.as.me/schedule.php. You can also enjoy a self-guided Nordic Cycle Therapy Programme (see below) for deep relaxation and to boost mental health and your wellbeing. Plenty of lawn space and exercise matts will be available in the Wellness Garden to improve your wellbeing as you pursue you pilates, yoga or stretching routine. And sun loungers await to aid that ever-so-important little snooze on your Cotswolds short break or staycation.

Dating back to 10th century, The Porch House offers free Wi-Fi throughout. Guests can enjoy a unique blend of beautifully restored English Heritage and exquisite food in the Cotswolds, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Each room includes a TV and a Nespresso coffee machine. The bathrooms offer complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. The Porch House is a listed building that ranks amongst the top 4 percent of protected buildings in the country. It is certified as the Oldest Inn in England, dating from 947 AD and authenticated in the Guinness Book of Records.

Offering two restaurants, a gin bar and a cocktail bar, No131 The Promenade is located in Cheltenham, 6 minutes' walk from the Montpellier Gardens. Free WiFi access is available. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities. They all come with an en-suite bathroom with bathtub or shower and bathrobes. At No131 The Promenade, the a-la-carte restaurant serves fresh and seasonal food based on organic and locally sourced ingredients, whenever possible. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or on the terrace. YOKU - This Tokyo-vogue Japanese Sushi and Asian dining experience with resplendent Bar Tokyo cocktail bar, looks forward to welcoming you to a world of aspirational dining experiences in a unique and exquisite setting. Approach Golf Course is just 1 mile away and Cheltenham Spa Railway Station is 1.1 mile away, while Cheltenham Racecourse is just under 2 miles away. Birmingham Airport is 46 miles away No.131 is all about a good night’s sleep but we love to party too. Our Gin & Juice Garden Terraces play music until 11pm on a Friday and Saturday night and inside is open until late with DJ’s bringing the good times. Should you wish to have a quieter room, please do let us know upon booking and we will try our very best to accommodate you.