Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds

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Swallows Rest beautiful spacious barn conversion

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly

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Nailsworth, ENG

Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery
‪5 min drive‬
Minchinhampton Common
‪9 min drive‬
Cotswold Canals Trust
‪10 min drive‬
Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Situated on a working beef farm in a quiet lane and with eco friendly underfloor heating, large comfortable open plan living/dining with wood burning stove and fully equipped kitchen area, two large bedrooms (one double and one twin), walk-in shower and full bath. Cot/highchair provided on request. Separate fully equipped utility room. Living area opens directly on to patio with views of open fields and rolling countryside. Plenty of outdoor space for children to play. Up to two small well behaved dogs welcome. Lots of walks directly from the property on quiet lanes, tracks and paths. Local maps and advice on walks provided on request. Wifi, TV/DVD.

Local village of Horsley within 15 minutes walk with great family friendly award winning pub (withpop-up food and music nights) and community run village shop. Lovely little market town of Nailsworth easily accessible by walking (20 mins) or offers free parking with lots of interesting independent shops and cafes/restaurants and tourist information. Easy access to all Cotswolds attractions, Cirencester 30 minute drive, Cheltenham 40 minutes, Bath 40 minutes. Local farmers markets in Nailsworth (monthly) and Stroud (weekly).

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Property manager

Jeannie Bennett

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Cot provided High chair provided

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No pets in bedrooms. No pets left unattended in the property at any time. Children to be supervised at all times when near farm machinery, animals or barns.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stroud

Located in Stroud, this holiday home is in a rural area. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Gloucester Quays and Gloucester Docks. Travelling with kids? Consider Stroud Bowl and Highgrove Shop Tetbury. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Nailsworth, ENG

What's nearby

Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Minchinhampton Common - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
Cotswold Canals Trust - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
Highgrove House and Gardens - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
Highgrove House - 14 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

Stroud Station - 17 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Long Table - ‬8 min drive
‪The Royal Oak - ‬8 min drive
‪The Crown Inn at Minchinhampton - ‬9 min drive
‪Queen Matilda Tavern - ‬8 min drive
‪The George Inn - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Light and spacious barn conversion on working farm in the Cotswolds located?

This family-friendly Stroud holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Minchinhampton Common and The New Lawn. Woodchester Park and Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

11 April 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay!

We had a lovely stay here this week. The barn is really well equipped, comfy and clean. The hosts were there to greet us on arrival and explained everything we needed to know including surrounding walks and play areas. I would definitely recommend and would stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gordon l.

4 April 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fooks Farm

A beautiful location atop the Cotswold hills near Nailsworth…. The accommodation was clean, tidy and perfect for or needs. Our host was really helpful and present to answer anything we needed to know about the area.We will definitely return.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

12 March 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

20 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect location for a retreat

It's a lovely barn conversion, if anything the photos do not do it justice as it was bigger than we expected. Warm and comfy in January and very clean.Very remote and safe with the owners living in the house if ever needed, but they leave you to do as you like after checked in. Your neighbours will be the chickens you see out the window.It's at the top of a steep hill either side, so be aware you need to drive unless super fit and keen to hike up and down to the villages. Lovely location for that, a great local pub (The Hog) and then Nailsworth Village has a range of food and drink options, more than you would expect for a small village.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray T.

20 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Swallows Rest

Lovley location, and accommodation very spacious, clean and well equipped.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

28 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic find

The property is amazing - spacious, clean, warm, and had everything you could want and more. The local area is lovely, with ameneties just a short distance away. I would definitely recommend the property and would have no problems in revisiting. I would defi itelt recommend a

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol Poole

28 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

This property was everything we needed and so much more. If we didn't live so far away (Australia) we would be back. It's the best!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

6 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely retreat

We found Swallows Rest to be exactly as described and was a bright clean and warm sanctuary, lovely to come back to each day after exploring and walking in the Cotswolds countryside. Could not fault it. Everything supplied and wonderful hosts. Nothing fancy but all goof.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

22 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Everything about this property was exactly as listed. Even receiving some lovely treata as a welcome. The place was so clean and tidy. Everything easy to use and find. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We loved it

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

melanie f.

15 September 2024

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Review

Spacious and comfortable

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary C.

6 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special quiet place

A lovely hospitable farm, with variety of animals to see, albeit in a quiet location in the cotswolds. Easy to get to lots of places of interest, from there: towns, villages and walks.A location which is full of interest. Property had everything in it to make for a comfortable stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelique v.

17 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice staying

It was very nice ,everything what we needed was there and the village and walks we made where wonderful thank you very much Jeannie and Brian

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dik d.

7 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Swallows Rest

A clean property with enough roomth a d equipment for four people. Kind owners living next to the property. A beautiful and quiet country side

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia A.

31 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Soggiorno breve

Abbiamo soggiornato per tre giorni in questa casa fattoria. I proprietari vivono accanto e sono molto disponibili per qualsiasi problema o informazione. Casa grande e comoda, pulitissima. C'è tanta pace e verde intorno per passeggiare e rilassarsi. I paesini nei dintorni sono molto carini e pittoreschi, naturalmente per raggiungerli è necessaria la macchina e le strade sono un po' strette, ma per noi ne è valsa la pena. A nostro figlio è piaciuto tutto tantissimo.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

4 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Gem in the Cotswolds

We had a great time in the cottage. Plenty of space, things to do (walking, touring etc)… Accommodations were very clean and tidy. Made good use of the washer and dryer. Peaceful and quiet as well. Hosts were very welcoming. Would come back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

28 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Swallow's Rest is just as in the pictures and Jeannie was helpful and kind before, during and even after our stay when we came back as we'd lost a bag! Thanks so much.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carol B.

31 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Swallows Rest

A very comfortable place to stay with every thing one needs.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat O.

25 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Swallows rest

Warm, light and spacious property. Friendly owners. Central to many attractions and lots of lovely walks from the cottage

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca U.

15 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

We were so impressed with our stay and can’t wait to get back next year.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

14 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hidden gem in the Cotswold countryside

Lovely welcoming host, great location. There us a narrow lane but its no problem. Lots of wildlife on the doorstep. Lovely walks nearby. Also close to Woodchester mansion and Westonburt areboretum. The property was spotlessly clean, warm and comfortable. There was a welcome chocolate cake, tea, coffee and milk. Also some lovely fresh eggs! Well stocked with everything esp essential items including toilet rolls, dishwasher tablets and washing machine tablets. Handy to have a tumbledryer too. Single beds were comfortable and there was plenty of bedding/ pillows. The double mattress has a ridge down the centre which was a little uncomfortable. That was the only small gripe in an otherwise perfect stay. Many thanks Jeannie. You were a great host and very accommodating.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

26 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected

Very bright and spacey. Any advertising "errors" worked in the host's favour, e.g. wifi speed of 25 is actually more than 200. Excellent value for money. I'm not sure we'll be in the area again but if so will not look for anything else. Jeannie super responsive on the rare occasions we had questions.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

18 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Warm, comfortable accommodation in quiet location. Jeannie met us on arrival to show us in and answer any questions.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham H.

5 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Every Weather Imaginable

Weather threw everything (rain, snow - yes, and sunshine) at us but we were snug. The lanes to Swallows Rest are pretty mucky (and potholed - but then where aren't they?) at this time of year but take things slowly and you'll be OK! All in all a quiet (apart from the cows mooing - but we are on a farm!) spot with a nice big field for our little dog to run in. Highly recommended.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh B.

29 January 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We stayed for 3 nights and 4 days. Special thanks to the hosts,very friendly. Big house with big living room and good sized bed rooms. And lot of area outside the house for kids to play. Very peaceful location. We loved our stay. Thanks jeannie and Brian👍

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

2 January 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First class accommodation

Hosts very welcoming, lovely treat of chocolate cake, tea milk and coffee, could not do enough for us, our little dog loved it also, very tranquil, beautiful scenery. Cannot wait to book again for this year

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jeannie Bennett

Brian and Jeannie run the farm and holiday let. Brian has been farming all his life and moved to Horsley as a child and to our current farm in the late 1970s. He originally had a milking herd, but is now semi-retired and runs a small beef herd. Jeannie is also from the Stroud Valleys and enjoys the outdoor life, mainly looking after the smaller animals on the farm. She is a keen walker and previously worked with special needs students in a local secondary school.

Why they chose this property

We love our farm and the slower pace of life you can enjoy here. Swallows Rest is a tranquil and calm space and our aim is to enable you to enjoy your holiday without the trials and tribulations of a hectic life. We provide all the basics for housekeeping and tea, coffee and cake on arrival for you to instantly relax and chill out. We are happy for you to get involved in farm life and find out about farming or can leave you in peace, whichever suits you best during your stay.

What makes this property unique

Single level open plan living (2 steps down to twin bedroom). Working beef farm. Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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