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

Suitable for up to 1 pet

This cottage offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Stroud cottage is smoke free.