A sweet-as-can-be two bedroom cottage tucked away in the sleepy South Cotswolds village of Grittleton, School House (formerly the village school’s headmaster’s headquarters) offers a delightful chocolate-box setting for a rural retreat with plenty of country walks and pubs within reach. Perfect for a family of four, small group of friends, or two couples.
Kitchen, Living & Dining Areas
Behind the wisteria shrouded Cotswolds stone front and the candy-blue front door, you’ll find contemporary interiors with a whimsical whisper. An entrance hall with peppermint striped walls greets you and leads you into the open-plan kitchen and dining space, where an AGA, marble topped counters and kitchen island await.
Expect fresh backdrops of earthy and easy-on-the-eye neutrals, botanical prints and wooden floors. Everything is brand new for 2024, and all the rooms are finished to a very high standard. On this floor you’ll also find a separate sitting room with an open fire, a utility room, and one of the two bathrooms (this one has a sunken maple-hued tub).
There is also a small hideaway garden cabin that can be used as a secluded work space or chill out area, with a desk, TV and daybed.
The Bedrooms
The viridescent woodland surroundings definitely seep their way in through the honey-hued walls at School House. Upstairs, the interiors continue to celebrate the English countryside with shades of sage and teal, dancing floral patterns and furniture crafted from natural materials. There are two double bedrooms and a second bathroom with a rainfall shower.
The Garden
School House benefits from a well-kept walled garden that (come spring) is bursting with wild flowers, apple trees and wisteria, all of which can be enjoyed from the outdoor dining set up for four. A BBQ will also be available for use in the summer months.
Dogs
Dogs are welcome at School House for an additional £40 per dog.
Features
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Locally Sourced Welcome Hamper
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Bottle of Wine
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Bramley Bathroom Products
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Private Garden
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BBQ (Summer Only)
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Board Games
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Log Burner
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Bathtub
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Rain Shower
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Hairdryer
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Coffee Machine
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Travel Cot & High Chair On Request
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Walking Distance To Pub
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Washing Machine & Dryer
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Smart TV
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Bluetooth Speakers
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Wi-fi
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3 Night Minimum Stay
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Locally Sourced Welcome Hamper
-
Bottle of Wine
-
Bramley Bathroom Products
-
Private Garden
-
BBQ (Summer Only)
-
Board Games
-
Log Burner
-
Bathtub
-
Rain Shower
-
Hairdryer
-
Coffee Machine
-
Travel Cot & High Chair On Request
-
Walking Distance To Pub
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Washing Machine & Dryer
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Smart TV
-
Bluetooth Speakers
-
Wi-fi
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3 Night Minimum Stay
About Grittleton, South Cotswolds
The small sleepy village of Grittleton sits on the cusp of the Cotswolds within the county of Wiltshire. Just outside Chippenham, nearby Castle Combe and Bath, this pretty pastoral village is surrounded by romantic rolling hills and English country manors including the grand events venue, Grittleton House. It is also home to a charming village pub, The Neeld Arms, as well as being surrounded by Michelin-star restaurants and other glorious gastropubs.
How To Get There
School House can easily be reached via the M4 and the nearest train stain can be found in Chippenham (only a 15 minute drive from the property) with regular trains from London Paddington taking just over an hour. Further information and driving directions will be provided at the time of booking.
Parking
There is no private parking at School House but there is plenty of on-street parking available (access to the cottage is via a small pedestrian-only path).
Check-in & Check-out
Kindly note that check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am
Local Shops, Pubs & Restaurants
- The village pub, The Neeld Arms, is great for pub classics and very much the hub of the Grittleton community.
- In nearby Castle Combe (often crowned one of the prettiest villages in England), you’ll find the popular Castle Inn with its delicious blackboard menu of daily specials.
- In the same village you’ll also find the Michelin-starred Bybrook restaurant offering a seven course tasting menu by Robert Potter with accompanied wine pairing.
- The grand country house hotel, Lucknam Park, is only a 15 minute drive away from School House. If you are looking for something extra special, check out their fine dining restaurant, Howell Jones, for country house dining at its finest.
- Grey’s at Whatley Manor offers more elegant country house dining but with a more relaxed, low-key atmosphere.
Things To Do
- Get your hiking boots on and enjoy a rural ramble, or explore one of the surrounding honey-pot villages from Castle Combe to Malmesbury.
- Wander around the grand Grittleton House and its grounds.
- Check yourself in for a pampering spa day at one of the many nearby country house hotels.
- While away an afternoon in Bath and explore its romantic Regency streets filled with independent shops, galleries and restaurants.
For more tips and recommendations, check out our 3 Days In guide to The Cotswolds. You will also receive a Sand & Stone local area guide upon booking.
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