Javelin Cottage is a quintessential Gloucestershire home set beside ancient woodland and overlooking Grade I listed parkland. Recently renovated, it combines Cotswold character with modern comfort — a peaceful countryside retreat for up to six guests.
Highlights
- Sleeps 6 across three double bedrooms
- Restored Cotswold stone cottage with period charm
- Large sitting room with wood-burning stove
- Dining room and separate kitchen with terrace access
- Terrace and upper garden with outdoor dining and BBQ
- Wi-Fi, Sky TV, Nespresso coffee maker and Roberts Radio
- 100% Egyptian cotton bed linen and Rituals toiletries
- Welcome hamper with Champagne and local produce
- Pets welcome; parking on site
About
Inside
Tucked within the Stancombe Park estate, Javelin Cottage offers the warmth and charm of a classic Cotswold home with the benefit of modern renovation. Its honeyed stone exterior opens to calm, inviting interiors filled with soft light and rural views.
The ground floor centres around a spacious sitting room with a wood-burning stove, ideal for evenings gathered by the fire. A separate dining room provides a relaxed setting for family meals, while the well-equipped kitchen features an electric oven, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso machine, and all essentials including olive oil, salt, pepper and tea and coffee supplies. Double doors lead directly from the kitchen to the outdoor terrace, making it easy to transition between indoor comfort and alfresco dining. A guest WC completes the ground floor.
Upstairs, three double bedrooms blend classic décor with luxurious comfort. One room can be arranged as a double or twin for flexibility. All beds feature 100% Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and feather pillows. The family bathroom includes a bath, shower, Rituals toiletries, Egyptian cotton towels and a hair dryer.
High-speed Wi-Fi, Sky TV, and a Roberts Radio ensure modern convenience, while underfloor heating and carefully chosen furnishings maintain the cottage’s timeless charm. A welcome basket of Champagne, smoked salmon and locally sourced produce greets guests on arrival.
Outside
French doors open to a stone terrace with a dining table and BBQ, framed by rolling lawns and woodland views. Steps lead to a raised entertaining area — a perfect vantage point to enjoy sunset drinks or morning coffee overlooking the parkland.
Location
Located within Stancombe Park near Dursley, Gloucestershire, Javelin Cottage is surrounded by ancient woodland and Grade I listed gardens. Guests can explore estate trails or venture to nearby Cotswold towns such as Tetbury, Nailsworth and Cirencester for boutiques, cafés and countryside walks.
Access
Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 10am. Minimum stay three nights. Pets welcome by arrangement. Parking provided on site.
Charming, peaceful and perfectly appointed, Javelin Cottage at Stancombe Park is a true Cotswold hideaway — the kind of place you’ll want to return to year after year.
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Cotswolds
The Cotswolds is one of England’s most picturesque regions, celebrated for its honey-stone villages, rolling hills, and timeless charm. Spanning several counties, it’s an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where winding lanes lead to historic market towns, ancient churches, and cosy country pubs.
From elegant towns like Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford to the peaceful meadows around Chipping Campden and Broadway, the Cotswolds offers a perfect mix of heritage and tranquillity. Days can be spent exploring stately homes, wandering through flower-filled gardens, or walking the scenic Cotswold Way.
Local life moves at a gentler pace here, shaped by centuries of craftsmanship, agriculture, and tradition. Visitors can browse independent boutiques, sample seasonal produce at farm shops, or join local festivals that celebrate everything from food to music and the arts. Whether you’re enjoying a lazy afternoon tea, cycling between hilltop villages, or visiting renowned landmarks like Blenheim Palace, the Cotswolds promises an authentic and memorable taste of the English countryside.
