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Living room/dining room | Driftcombe Farmhouse, Bisley
Living room/dining room | Driftcombe Farmhouse, Bisley
Living room/dining room | Driftcombe Farmhouse, Bisley
Living room | Driftcombe Farmhouse, Bisley

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bisley
  • Cotswold Canals Trust
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Minchinhampton Common
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Painswick Rococo Garden
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Driftcombe Farmhouse

A real ‘away from it all’ location, relax in a timeless valley at this comfortable former farmhouse 4 miles from Stroud.. Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Open Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Air Fryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet. Electric cenrtral heating (£50 per week/£36 per short break) bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available. 1½ acre grounds with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Outdoor table tennis court. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: Stream in grounds.. Set in complete seclusion, this handsome renovated 17th-century farmhouse stands in 1½ acres of private grounds with a stream surrounded by woodland and meadows, ideal for children. The property is situated at the head of the Slad Valley with unmade-up track for last 200 yards (where car access can be difficult in bad weather, especially snow); this is one of the valleys described by the poet Laurie Lee in his book ‘Cider with Rosie’. It is within an AONB, a perfect holiday retreat for quiet relaxation or for visitors interested in bird-watching, sketching, painting and walking. Town and sports amenities at Stroud (4 miles). Cheltenham 14 miles. Horse riding 2 miles. Shop 2 miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi

This property is accessed via a rough track, therefore access may be more difficult in the winter.
The fuel costs for oil, central heating, electricity and logs is payable to the owner (£52 per week, £36 per short break) prior to arrival.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
There is open water in the property grounds.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Please note, the property is accessed via a rough track, which is difficult to traverse in winter months.
There is a small steep hill which can be tricky when there is snow, or heavy rain.
If you have any questions, please contact the Siobhan Taylor (Housekeeper) 07584 633242

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Stroud

Stroud is home to this cottage. Gloucester Quays and Gloucester Docks are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thames River. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cheltenham Racecourse or The New Lawn.
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Bisley

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Canals Trust - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Stratford Park - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • St Marys Painswick - 14 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Minchinhampton Common - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Painswick Rococo Garden - 15 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Stroud Station - 13 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown & Sceptre - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Fleece - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fat Toni's Pizzeria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fostons Ash Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Driftcombe Farmhouse pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Driftcombe Farmhouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftcombe Farmhouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftcombe Farmhouse located?

Situated in Stroud, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of St Marys Painswick, St Mary’s Church and Rococo Gardens. Cotswold Canals Trust and Stroud Bowl are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gemma

I love this place, the owners were very helpful and easy to contact if needed.

I love this place, the owners were very helpful and easy to contact if needed. A very homely and wonderful place away from the world. A truely wonderful place. I didn't want to leave. The surroundings are beautiful ideal for walkers x Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Tamsin

Amazing cottage, in great location.

Amazing cottage, in great location. Thoroughly recommend. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

We had a wonderful few days in this truly special cottage.

We had a wonderful few days in this truly special cottage. When we arrived my daughter opened the door looked in and then quickly closed it again, she thought we'd gone to the wrong place as she said "it looks like someone is already staying here & they've just popped out for a walk" such is the wonderfully homely, comfortable atmosphere. This is the perfect place to unwind and get back to nature. We look forward to visiting again soon. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Very nice cottage.

Very nice cottage. It could do with some work, eg fresh grouting around the bath. Overall, very good. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

We have been there 3 times now and each time has been amazing,we love the place .

We have been there 3 times now and each time has been amazing,we love the place .Its a real get away from it all experience,the cottage is so cosey and comfortable the huge garden is fantastic our dogs were in their element running round having fun, they wore themselves out even before we all went on our daily walks, and they loved them too.The weather was fantastic and it was great to sit outside and enjoy a drink at the Woolpack . It was lovely to discover they had upgraded the TV which allowed us to have access to Netflix ,so watching a film , having the log fire going and a nice glass of wine of cause,what more can you ask for.We would highly recommend this cottage . Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN

This is a wonderful cottage away from it all, so peaceful and quiet.

This is a wonderful cottage away from it all, so peaceful and quiet. The wildlife is very good with deer, badgers, buzzards and much more. The only negative is having to pay £52 for electric etc as it was warm we didn't have heating on or use any logs, so not good value for money. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

We loved Driftcombe.

We loved Driftcombe. We have been before and loved it then too. It is great if you want absolutely no contact with the outside world and can navigate the challenging hairpin bend. If you can, perfect. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

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This is our 6th year coming to Driftcombe and honestly we don’t want to stay anywhere else Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

peter

Nice quiet location with plenty of walking on doorstep for a short holiday, completely undisturbed b

Nice quiet location with plenty of walking on doorstep for a short holiday, completely undisturbed break. Lovely inglenook open fire and decent dining facilities made it very cosy.
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10/10 Excellent

Jacquie

It was in the middle of nowhere, which is exactly what we wanted.

It was in the middle of nowhere, which is exactly what we wanted. It was like going to your own family's cottage. A real home from home. Loads of games and dvd's and VHS tapes. Table football in the loft and loads more childrens games. Internet was a bit flaky at times but that isn't a problem if you want to detox. Absolutely no phone signal but there is a landline and honesty box. Plus I had some lovely random locals calling thinking they were calling someone else. Lots of walking and paths to be done just from the cottage and the dog loved it. As you are deeeeeeep in the valley you need to be able to manage steep paths in places. Also the Wysis Way goes behind the cottage and you can take a 20 minute walk up to the main road (steep in places) and the farm shop for a few fresh veg and cheeses. People leave behind various herbs and spices, flour etc so you dont have to do what I did and empty your spice rack from home because it is probably on the shelves. Also there is rosemary,thyme,sage, chives and marjoram growing just outside the house. My only problem was the road is very narrow and the hairpin bend was a bit scary for me. ..... I wouldn't like to go down it in the dark. And I wouldn't want to sleep in the loft as there was tons of mouse droppings but being up there during the day would be fine for me.
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8/10 Good

Sandy

A beautiful setting.

A beautiful setting. Wonderful garden and lovely house
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

If you’re looking for total peace and quiet and to immerse yourself in nature then Driftcombe is t

If you’re looking for total peace and quiet and to immerse yourself in nature then Driftcombe is the place for you.
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8/10 Good

Jamie

Secluded and rustic.

Secluded and rustic. The little house at the bottom of the valley, the stuff of fairytales.
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8/10 Good

Adrian

Unbeatable location, stunning private surroundings.

Unbeatable location, stunning private surroundings. Lots of wildlife. Everything provided, lots of games, books and DVD's plus WiFi . Certain aspects of the cottage need updating, i.e. the kitchen and the bathroom. General cleanliness could be improved. A fairer charging system for fuel / electricity costs could be implemented. You will enjoy your stay at Driftcombe Farmhouse.
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8/10 Good

Lynda

Pros: Secluded, quiet, clean, comfortable in every way, great wildlife and lovely grounds.

Pros: Secluded, quiet, clean, comfortable in every way, great wildlife and lovely grounds. Cons: The television. We have been to Driftcombe several times and never before been unable to watch terrestrial tv. The owners have fitted a Freeserve box, which didn’t appear to work and a Google Chromecast which you need a smart phone to operate via an app. Not everybody has a smart phone, I know people who don’t, and not everybody is tech savvy. We downloaded the app but still couldn’t get anything on the tv. After 3 hours of trying we gave up and went out next day and bought ourselves a portable smart tv which meant we could watch some live BBC and other channels via WiFi. It may be that it was just us, who couldn’t work it but I think it should be made clear that there is an issue here and that it’s not just a matter of turning up and switching on.
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8/10 Good

Rach

Beautiful place, dreamily rural.

Beautiful place, dreamily rural. Absolutely loved the remote, natural beauty.

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