Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Hen or stag parties Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.5 km
Notes:
Pets welcome Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Glebe is located on the outskirts of one of the Cotswold's lesser known treasures, the beautiful Gloucestershire Market Town of Minchinhampton. Fully flexible booking periods. On the first floor of the property there are three comfortable bedrooms, one double, one twin/superking, with a further small single room and family bathroom. Downstairs there is a fully equipped kitchen and a good size sitting room with dining area. Modern conveniences include gas central heating, premium satellite HD TV and wireless internet access; landline phone by arrangement. The heated conservatory provides an alternate seating area (additional double sofa bed located here too) and a valuable storage space for guest boots, bikes or pushchairs. There is a good size garden which includes patio area for al fresco dining, and a lawned area suitable for children/pets.
Recently assessed by the British Tourist Board's Quality in Tourism scheme, Glebe has earned a Four Star ('Excellent Standard') rating.
Local view, one of many, from the Commons
'Glebe' ......ideal for families.....pets welcome....
Westonbirt Arboretum (photo copyright Owen Kirton all panoramic images)
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The Central England / Cotswolds / Cheltenham / Gloucester region
The Cotswolds are well known for breathtaking rolling countryside, gentle hillsides ('...wolds') and sleepy 'typically English' villages. This region is an area popular with both the English themselves and all visitors.
Glebe provides an ideal base for visits throughout the region including the spa towns of Bath and Cheltenham, and historic Cirencester, Gloucester, Bristol, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon....
Bath, a designated World Heritage Site, is one of Britain's most beautiful and historically significant cities; The Regency Spa town of Cheltenham is a significant venue for art/music/literature festivals; Gloucester's historic Cathedral featured in the films of J K Rowling's first Harry Potter books; Oxford is home to one of the most prestigious Universities in the World; visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon...
Something for everyone, so many opportunities....
Stroud / Minchinhampton area
It's just a short walk to the heart of Minchinhampton with its narrow streets and mellow cotswold stone buildings, many dating from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Here you'll find the convenience store, several cafe/restaurants, a takeaway and The Crown serving food and real ale. On Thursday mornings there is a bustling Country Market in the seventeenth century Market House where local produce can be purchased. The Art Gallery and Antique Dealers are well worth a visit.
Minchinhampton, situated on a hill top, is surrounded by some of the most beautiful National Trust managed common land in the country, with outstanding and far reaching views over the Cotswolds, and towards the Severn Estuary and Wales beyond. Horses and cattle roam freely across the Commons, and the grassland slopes are home to rare butterfly and wildflower species including thirteen species of orchid. Minchinhampton Common has many interesting and important archaeological features, some dating from the Neolithic period.
The Villages of Amberley and Box provide alternate local award winning pub combinations of real ale and dining facilities within walking distance of Glebe, and there are more pub/restaurants dotted across the Commons. Winstone's Ice Cream Factory Shop near The Bear at Rodborough provides a convenient place to pause for a refreshing treat on a hot summer's day whilst enjoying the views into the Golden Valley.
The area is perfect for Walkers and keen fit Cyclists( lots of hills once you venture off the Commons!).
A few local things to do that you just shouldn't miss out on....
A natural event - (www.severn-bore.co.uk) Sophie's Restaurant in Minchinhampton - Cotswold Life Restaurant of the Year 2005, Good Food Guide 2006 (www.sophiesrestaurant.co.uk) Cheeserolling - May bank holiday (www.cheese-rolling.co.uk) Stroud Farmers Market - every Saturday morning, Award Winning Market of the Year 2008 (www.fresh-n-local.co.uk/markets/stroud.php) Westernbirt Arboretum - especially autumn colours (www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt) Excellent dining in nearby villages - The Amberley Inn (www.theamberley.co.uk), The Black Horse, Amberley (www.blackhorseamberley.co.uk), The Halfway House, Box (www.wildinthecotswolds.co.uk) The Cotswold Water Park - a complex of 140 lakes situated 4 miles south of Cirencester (www.cotswolds.com) Gliding out of Aston Down Airfield (www.cotswolds.com) Hot Air Ballooning (www.cotswolds.com) Equestrian events at Gatcombe Park, Badminton Horse Trials, Polo Club Cirencester, Cheltenham Races. Horseriding - family run Burnt Ash Farm is located in Minchinhampton (www.burntashfarm.co.uk) Golf - Minchinhampton Golf Club, founded 1889, comprises 3 golf courses, each of different character (www.mincholdcourse.co.uk; www.mgcnew.co.uk)
How to get there
By car, Glebe is situated 15km from junction 13 of the M5, or 30km from junction 18 of the M4. Detailed driving directions will be provided for your journey on request at the time of booking.
By train, Glebe is a 10 minute taxi journey from Stroud station. Stroud is on the main line into London Paddington, journey time 1 hour 35 minute.
By coach, Glebe is a 10 minute taxi ride from Stroud coach stop, or 15 minute taxi from Cirencester coach stop. It is advisable to pre book taxi journeys from the coach stops. Local taxi details provided on request.
By air, Bristol airport 63 km, Birmingham airport 120 km. Heathrow airport (122km) is the most convenient if concluding the journey by public transport - by coach to Stroud or Cirencester, journey time from 1 hour 45 minutes plus taxi depending on departure time. Booking ahead advisable to coincide with flight times. Alternatively, Stroud Station is just under 2 hours from Birmingham airport by train.
Nearest Travel Links
Railway:
Stroud: 6.4 km
Activities near Stroud
Sports: Waterpark Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (3), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Glebe is situated in a quiet cul de sac of a residential estate, at very easy walking distance from the centre of Minchinhampton. Recently fully refurbished, on the first floor there are three comfortable bedrooms, one double, one twin (convertible to superking), with a further small single room suitable for a petite adult or child. Please note that the 3rd bedroom is very small, room for a standard size single bed wall to wall and concealed wardrobe and shelving storage. Travel cot/highchair also available (cot linen not provided unless specifially requested). There is a sofa bed on the ground floor (and I'm told that the leather sofas are also very comfortable for sleeping).
The twin beds may be joined to provide a large sized double. All bed linen is 100% cotton, and the mattresses are good quality pocket sprung for a comfortable night's sleep. The mattresses are enclosed in 100% cotton dust mite proof barrier cases with breathable 100% cotton waterproof anti allergy covers. Choice of feather/microfibre pillows all encased in 100% cotton dust mite proof barrier cases. Microfibre non allergenic duvets available on request. The family bathroom has a bath with Mira shower over. Wireless internet access is available (bring your own laptop), and sky tv premier HD package (ie movies and sports, and children's tv etc) provided. Landline phone available at cost (including free uk landline evening and weekend calls) by arrangement.
Further details outdoors: To the front of the property there is hardstanding for two vehicles. The garden and conservatory may be accessed via the side gate. Boot and bike washing facilities provided. The heated conservatory provides a handy space for storage and for drying outdoor wear.
Further details
Further information about the local area may be found on the following websites: http://www.stroud.gov.uk/docs/leisure.asp http://www.visitthecotswolds.org.uk/general.asp?pid=22&pgid=609
The local canals are undergoing a lengthy program of restoration. Further information may be obtained from The Cotswolds Canals Partnership: http://community.stroud.gov.uk/general.asp?pid=2&pgid=562
Conditions
The full rent due is payable to secure bookings for 2009. Deposit required to secure 2010 bookings. Credit /debit card payments accepted. Security deposit not required.
The property is available from 4pm on the day of arrival, until 10am on the day of departure.
Travel cot, high chair and stair gate are available. Please request at time of booking.
Hypoallergenic duvets and pillows available - please request at time of booking.
One or two well behaved dogs welcome (on the ground floor of the property). Other pets considered, please enquire. Please note that the garden is not 'escape proof' so supervision is required at all times for pets in the garden.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Half Term
23 Oct 09
1 Nov 09
763£763
109109
109109
Flexible
1 Nov 09
18 Dec 09
553£553
7979
7979
Flexible
Xmas & New Year
18 Dec 09
3 Jan 10
833£833
0-
0-
Flexible
3 Jan 10
12 Feb 10
553£553
7979
7979
Flexible
Half Term
12 Feb 10
21 Feb 10
763£763
109109
109109
Flexible
21 Feb 10
12 Mar 10
553£553
7979
7979
Flexible
Cheltenham Gold Cup
12 Mar 10
21 Mar 10
833£833
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0-
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21 Mar 10
31 Mar 10
693£693
9999
9999
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Easter
31 Mar 10
18 Apr 10
833£833
119119
119119
Flexible
18 Apr 10
28 Apr 10
693£693
9999
9999
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Mayday Bank Holiday
28 Apr 10
9 May 10
833£833
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0-
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9 May 10
26 May 10
693£693
9999
9999
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May Bank Holiday
26 May 10
6 Jun 10
833£833
0-
0-
Flexible
6 Jun 10
23 Jul 10
763£763
109109
109109
Flexible
Summer Holidays
23 Jul 10
5 Sep 10
833£833
119119
119119
Flexible
5 Sep 10
19 Sep 10
763£763
109109
109109
Flexible
19 Sep 10
22 Oct 10
693£693
9999
9999
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Half Term
22 Oct 10
31 Oct 10
763£763
109109
109109
Flexible
31 Oct 10
17 Dec 10
553£553
7979
7979
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Xmas & New Year
17 Dec 10
2 Jan 11
833£833
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0-
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The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
No hidden costs - all inclusive rates. Your stay may begin on any available day.
The nightly rates above apply to stays of FOUR nights and over only. For very short stays there is a single night supplement of £70, a two night supplement of £20 per night, or a three night supplement of £7 per night to be added to the nightly rates above.
Please enquire for Christmas, New Year, Cheltenham Gold Cup and Bank holiday short stay rates.
Guestbook for Glebe
'Thanks for a very enjoyable stay. The children loved the toys you left for them and we found the house extremely comfortable & appreciated all the luxurious touches - you have really thought of everything!' (Ms T.W., London. May 2009)
Thanks very much for having your house so nicely prepared for us. We loved it!
'Lovely house, nice details. Little girl loved her room. Had a great time, Thanks!' (Mr J.H., Herts. April 2009)
'A great week. Thanks for all the thoughtful extras!' (Mr E.E., Salisbury. May 2009)
'A lovely place to stay, many thanks for everything.' (The E. family, Ely. June 2009)
'Fine accommodation. Nice place for great walks.' (Mrs W.F., Holland. June 2009)
'We really appreciated all the little extra details...our daughter had so much fun and we felt really welcome :-) ' (Family T. & A., Sweden. July 2009)
'Thank you for 5 star luxury accommodation with that extra special personal touch! ' (C. family, July 2009. Southampton)
'Thank you for an excellent stay. We loved the decor in the house and all the personal touches.' (K & R.H., Beds. August 2009)
'...well appointed...extremely comfortable accommodation...beds and duvets lovely!...well placed for interesting area...excellent stopping off point for sightseeing...we'll be back!!' (Many visitors 2009)
'Wonderful again, great place to walk out from...Brilliant, thanks Jane' (K & R.H, UK, Sept 2009)
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