East Leaze is a beautifully presented 17th century Cotswold stone cottage in the picturesque market town of Chipping Campden.
The cottage has been refurbished to a high standard, keeping it’s original features whilst adding a contemporary touch.
The well-appointed cottage offers a truly unique stay for a gathering of friends or family seeking a relaxing break in the heart of the Cotswolds.
As you enter East Leaze via the side door of the cottage, you will find an impressive open-plan living space.
An entrance hall, handy for storing your coats and boots after exploring Chipping Campden, the Garden room - flooded with natural light from the glass conservatory whilst being able to add privacy with it’s bespoke wooden shutters, and the perfect cosy area to sit back, relax and watch the Smart TV or pop on a DVD of choice.
As you step down into the well-equipped kitchen you will be spoilt for choice with it’s many appliances, Nespresso coffee machine, modern fittings and quaint window seat.
Once you have cooked up a feast, make your way through to the dining room, full of character and charm with it’s exposed wooden beams, limestone flooring and ornamental inglenook fireplace.
Uncork a bottle of wine and toast to the wonderful holiday that lies ahead.
Completing the ground-floor is a cloakroom with a basin and WC, and a handy utility cupboard containing a small chest freezer, perfect for those longer stays.
As you make your way up the beautiful, well-crafted staircase, the mid-level landing divides two ways.
The master bedroom located one way, which boasts dual aspects of fabulous views across the garden from its Juliet balcony, a super-king-size bed and TV.
The other way you will find two further bedrooms, one with lovely exposed wooden beams, high ceilings, a Freeview TV and super-king-size bed (zip/link, can be twin on request) and the other overlooks Sheep Street below, has a wonderful Cotswold stone feature wall, a double bed and benefits from a en-suite bathroom with roll top bath and underfloor heating.
The main bathroom will leave you spoilt for choice with its rainfall shower and roll top bathtub, the perfect place to escape and relax.
On sunnier days, embrace the south-west facing patio garden surrounded by high honey-coloured stone walls, potted flowers and shrubs, with nine steps leading you up to the fantastic lawn garden which gently ascends to another patio area with a gas barbecue (available in the summer months) garden bench, attractive flower beds and even a mini fruit patch which guests are welcome to enjoy if the timing’s right.
When planning your itinerary you will be impressed by the array of fantastic things Chipping Campden has to offer, why not enjoy a delicious breakfast at Campden Coffee Co before heading over to Dover’s Hill to enjoy the stunning views over the Vale of Evesham where you can join the Cotswold Way, a 100 mile walking trail, taking you through picturesque villages, breath-taking countryside and famous ancient sites and by starting in Chipping Campden, you can walk to the next stop, Broadway, and have an enjoyable meal at The Swan.
Train enthusiasts will be delighted with the light railway of Evesham Vale Light Railway, which operates in nearby Evesham Country Park and covers a mile through the park, including a lengthy section through the fruit orchards.
Immerse yourself in nature at Cotswold Falconry Centre, Batsford, which houses over 130 birds of 60 different species, where there are flying displays, aviaries and critically endangered birds, an educational and fun day out for all.
An added bonus is the play park/playing field which is only 5 mins walk from the house, with a zip-line to keep the kids entertained.
For an unforgettable holiday, make East Leaze your base.