Whippet Cottage is a deceptively spacious, mews-style cottage in the historic village of Bretforton. This cosy retreat sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms and is perfect for 2 couples travelling together. There’s a spacious living room warmed by a wood burner and a superb conservatory-style sunroom, with bifold doors which open completely to the enclosed courtyard garden. This lovely property also benefits from a charming communal garden and the renowned Fleece Inn is within walking distance. One small-medium size well-behaved dog is welcome. An additional fee applies. The pet fee is NOT included in your booking fee. A request for an additional fee per pet will be sent to you after you have placed your booking. Your pet fee must be paid for before your arrival date. This welcoming cottage is tucked into the corner of a small and peaceful courtyard of similar properties and is very much like stepping into a Tardis! To the rear, there’s a delightful communal garden, surrounded by trees. Whippet Cottage is an inviting and welcoming place to stay, the traditionally styled interior is warm and homely, and original beams can be seen throughout, lending character to the cottage. On the ground floor, you’ll find a well-equipped kitchen and dining area, a comfortable living room and a fabulous sunroom, with bifold doors leading out to the private, enclosed courtyard garden. There’s also a ground floor shower room. On the first floor, there are two cosy bedrooms with views over the rear to the gardens beyond, and a second bathroom. Outside there is a large, private courtyard surrounded by a canopy of trees and the sound of birdsong. There’s a dining table with seating for six, a charcoal barbecue and a secure shed, which is perfect for bicycle storage. This is a lovely spot for alfresco dining and sunset drinks on a warm summer evening. Facilities Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms across 1 king-size and 1 standard double bed 2 bathrooms: 1 ground floor shower room, 1 first floor bathroom Parking for 2 cars Dog friendly – 1 small/medium well-behaved dog is welcome - an additional fee applies. Private enclosed garden – safe for dogs and children. There is a side gate for access. Fireplace with wood burner – logs and kindling are supplied for your first fire. Bed linen, bath towels and tea towels Hairdryer x 1 Kitchen starter consumables: teabags, coffee, sugar, fresh milk. Cleaning starter pack: dishwasher tablets, scourer, cloth, washing up liquid, bin bags Bathroom essentials: hand soap, toilet paper Heating and hot water via gas central heating with HIVE thermostat control in the entrance hall Free Wi-Fi Smart TV in the living room and a smaller TV (not Smart) in the Kitchen/Diner DVD player / DVDs Fully equipped kitchen with toaster, kettle, utensils, crockery, cutlery, glassware (champagne flutes, tumblers and wine and water glasses), bakeware, food preparation (grater, jug, sieve), saucepans, bread bin, kitchen foil, cling film, kitchen paper Electric oven and gas hob Microwave Dishwasher Fridge-Freezer Washing machine Ironing board, iron, clothes airer, rotary drying line. Vacuum cleaner Baby/Child Equipment: high chair, travel cot (cot linen not supplied) Outdoor patio/seating area Garden furniture: Outdoor dining table and six chairs BBQ (charcoal) – please provide your own charcoal Community shop within walking distance Ground Floor Entrance Hall: From the front door, step into the tiled entrance hall which has a large wooden shoe rack, coat hooks and a handy storage cupboard, where you’ll find the iron and ironing board and towels that can be used for wet paws. Kitchen/Diner: This welcoming, sociable space has a dining table that seats four easily and opens into a well-equipped kitchen area. A large butcher’s block provides additional worktop space. Hidden behind the pale, shaker-style doors you’ll find everything you need for a self-catering holiday, including a dishwasher and plenty of cookware, should the urge to bake come over you. There’s also a gas hob and electric oven, full-size fridge-freezer and a washing machine and double doors that can be thrown open to the enclosed courtyard to let the fresh air in. Living Room: The simple yet elegant wood burner is a focal point in this generously sized room. The white painted beams overhead add a sense of character, while corner lights give a gentle glow to the room. There’s plenty of comfy seating with both a three-seater and a two-seater sofa plus an armchair. There’s a large Smart TV in one corner and the wooden furnishings enhance the welcoming ambience. Sunroom: This fabulous room runs the entire width of the cottage and is a wonderful addition to the living space. Bifold doors can be folded back allowing inside/outside living and easy access to the enclosed courtyard. There’s a further dining table with seating for four, a three-seater sofa, two armchairs and a soft leather chesterfield sofa, all of which are piled with throws and cushions, making it a cosy spot even when the weather is cooler. Shower Room: Off the entrance hall, there’s a ground floor shower room with a step-in shower cubicle, hand basin and W.C. First Floor Stairs rise from the living room to the first floor. Bedroom One: The first of the two bedrooms is a cosy room with a window overlooking the rear and a front Velux bringing in more natural light. The super-comfy king-size bed is made up with crisp white linen and a pretty bedspread, adding colour to the neutral décor. Built-in wardrobes and a tall chest of drawers give plenty of storage and there are also two bedside tables with reading lamps. A pretty rattan two-seater sofa offers occasional seating. Bathroom / Shower Room: Between the two bedrooms is a well-fitted bathroom featuring a large bath with a handheld shower, WC and a vanity unit with a hand basin, mirror with light over and side storage cupboards with a shaver point. Bedroom Two: Similar in style to bedroom one, this bedroom is a cosy double with views to the rear of the cottage. Built-in under-eaves storage, bedside tables with reading lamps and a small chest of drawers provide everything you need for a comfortable stay. Outside To the rear of Whippet Cottage is a private, enclosed courtyard with a side gate to the parking area. A dining table with seating for six and charcoal barbecue makes this a great spot for alfresco dining. The tree canopy surrounding you is filled with birdsong, enhancing the sense of peace. There is also a secure shed suitable for bicycle storage. Beyond the courtyard is the parking area for the cottages with two allocated spaces for Whippet Cottage and beyond this a delightful, communal garden which guests are welcome to use. Guests have full access to the house and garden. Parking: There are two parking spaces (one behind the other) against the rear fence of the cottage. The stone marker with the number 20 on it shows the designated spaces. There is also visitor parking in the middle spaces. The housekeeper is available if guests require any assistance. The vibrant village of Bretforton has a thriving community, with plenty of events happening year-round. The Fleece Inn is a real hub for the village and depending on when you visit you might encounter the quirky annual asparagus auction, complete with ‘Asparamancer’, Morris Dancers, or the apple and ale festivals. They have regular folk music nights too. Within a short stroll, there’s also a fabulous community-run shop and the parish church of St Leonard’s is a peaceful spot in the heart of the village. With the Cotswolds on your doorstep and urban delights such as Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon within easy reach, this is the perfect place from which to explore. Supermarkets and Shopping: The Community Shop and Café sells a wide range of essential items and is a few minutes walk away. Alongside general groceries, there are daily deliveries of fresh bread, milk, fruit, and vegetables, plus Outdoor Pig pork pies, sausage rolls and meat pies, local handmade cakes, which are delicious and an excellent selection of reasonably priced wine and beer. They also stock the local Spot Loggins ice cream. For larger food shops there is a Tesco, which also has a petrol station, Waitrose, M&S Food Hall, Morrisons, Lidl, and ALDI in Evesham (3.7 miles). There is also a Midcounties Co-op (6.9 miles) and a couple of excellent local farm shops nearby. Eating Out: • The Fleece Inn (0.3 miles) • Eight Bells, Chipping Campden (5.5 miles) • Childswickham Inn & Brasserie (6.8 miles) The village of Broadway is just 6 miles away and has a wide selection of places to eat including cafes, coffee shops, a fish & shop, pubs, and some superb restaurants. Walks: The Cotswolds have miles and miles of walking trails, and the Cotswold Way itself runs through nearby Broadway. Visit the Cotswold AONB website for inspiration for self-guided walking and cycling routes. There are also many footpaths around Bretforton itself. There is a good short walk for dog owners, which is well equipped with ‘poo’ bins. From the entrance of Ashwin Court turn left into Main Street and then left again onto Drinkwater Lane, past the village allotments to Back Lane, continue along Back lane and then turn left up Bridge Street to the Church, or continue a short distance to the footpath which takes you alongside the old village houses. Turn left along the street to the village green and the Fleece Inn and then onwards back to Whippet Cottage. Places to Visit: • All Things Wild (2.4 miles) • Dovers Hill (4.1 miles) • Broadway (6 miles) • Kiftsgate Court Gardens (6.5 miles) • National Trust – Hidcote (6.8 miles) Travel: • Train - Honeybourne (1.8 miles) has regular services from London Paddington. • Taxis - Claremont Cars; ABC Private Hire Trains: Honeybourne (2.6 miles) and Evesham (5.4 miles) have regular direct services from London Paddington. Taxis: Claremont Cars; ABC Private Hire • One small/medium-sized well-behaved dog is welcome. An additional fee applies. The pet fee is NOT included in your booking fee. A request for an additional fee per pet will be sent to you after you have placed your booking. Your pet fee must be paid for before your arrival date. • Please ensure you only park in the allocated parking spaces for No. 20 or in the visitor spaces in the centre of the parking area. • There are communal gardens behind the parking area which guests are welcome to enjoy. If you have a dog with you, please ensure you pick up any dog mess. • There is a lockable shed in the garden that can be used for secure bike storage. • Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted to stay overnight.