Orchard End

Orchard End is a semi detached property within a Grade II listed building.  Built originally as a farmhouse in 1681, it still has many of its original features today.  The beams throughout, Cotswold stone mullion windows and flagstone flooring provide this cottage with plenty of character.

Downstairs:
The spacious Living / Dining Room includes a large sofa and chair in front of an inglenook fireplace with an open fire and even the original bread oven.  A basket of logs is provided.  A dining table and four chairs look out onto the well kept garden.  There is also a display cabinet where you will find games to play and local information, a TV with freeview, DVD player and radio.  
Fully fitted Kitchen with cooker, electric hob, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher and microwave.  You have shared use of the owner’s washing machine and tumble dryer available to you.

Upstairs:
Bedroom One has a 4’ 6” double bed, two bedside tables with lamps, fitted wardrobes with both hanging and shelving space and a dressing table. 
Bedroom Two has a single bed, bedside table with a lamp and a wardrobe.  Both bedrooms look out over the manicured garden. 
The Bathroom has a bath with an overhead electric shower, washbasin and WC, all on original flooring. A bench against the front of the property looks out over the private south facing garden, a perfect place to read a book or watch the birds of the countryside.  Patio furniture and a BBQ are also provided.

Orchard End is located in the small, peaceful, unspoilt village of Darlingscott at the foot of the North Cotswold Hills.  From here you can access the footpaths to enjoy the views across the wonderful Warwickshire countryside.  A 30 minute walk will take you to the beautiful village of Illmington, where you will find the local pub, post office and places you can buy your freshly baked bread.

Many of the towns and villages in the local area are built of the warm, honey coloured stone that the Cotswolds is known for.  Examples of this can be found in Chipping Campden and Moreton in Marsh, where it is easy to spend a leisurely afternoon browsing the gift shops and art galleries followed by some homemade cake in one of the many tea rooms.  Just 30 minutes drive, Shakespeare’s birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon is also a very popular place to visit.  You can take a cruise down the River Avon, visit Shakespeare’s birthplace and experience a wonderful evening at one of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s theatres.  Other places of interest close to Orchard End are Hidcote Manor Garden, the Cotswold Falconry Centre, Batsford Arboretum and fishing at Lemington Lakes.

Please note a £15 booking fee applies to secure your booking.