Stay at ethridges
A Home Away from Home – Fully renovated Farm House.
From £900 / night
(sleeps up to 10 people)
Nestled in an exclusive country setting, this beautifully renovated farmhouse offers a serene escape with breathtaking views across rolling fields.
Stay at Willow
Luxury Meets Nature – Fully renovated hut.
From £270 / night
(sleeps up to 2 people)
Willow is two hand-crafted shepherds huts joined together with a beautiful glass walkway which connects you to the outdoors whilst moving between the huts.
Some of our Key Features
Cozy Log Burners
Perfect for warming up after countryside walks
Tranquil Surroundings
Embrace the peace and quiet of nature
Scenic Field Views
Uninterrupted landscapes right from your doorstep
Private Entrance
For ease, comfort, and complete privacy
What to do when you get here…
On Our Doorstep
The following links provide an insight into some of our favorite things to do in our home surroundings:
Cowley Manor – a luxury hotel and spa retreat only 2 miles away. It’s Walkable, although the return is not for the faint hearted as it’s a steep climb. It is ideal for an afternoon tea or you could treat yourself in their amazing spa.
The Green Dragon – PUB and FARMSHOP – this is our local and you can walk there is 40 minutes across fields. Nicky and Simon are amazing landlords and.the food is devine; in the winter the log fires make you want to settle in and not leave! There is also a fantastic farm shop and we are very happy to provide picnic hampers during your stay to enjoy in your private field at varying costs depending on your appetite!
La Bobina – a quaint tapas bar just a short drive to what is known as the Cotswold capital, Cirencester. The perfect place to enjoy a ‘Long Lunch’ one of our favorite pastimes with mouth watering tapas complimented by a crisp extra cold glass of rose.
The Bell at Sapperton – a 15 mins car journey away with a drive out with lovely traditional pub food. What always makes us smile is the parking area is directly outside the entrance for horses, not what we expected to see on our first visit!
Cheltenham – we feel so lucky to live in the remoteness of the countryside yet just a ten min drive from one of the most beautiful towns in the UK – a continental vibe in the cafes and parks, restaurants galore, theaters and not least multiple festivals throughout the year including the famous horse racing.
Privithi – not on the cheap side but definitely a fine dine experience that makes it worth it for those special celebrations – be organised you have to book weeks in advance!
Elkstone Studios – Walking distance (40 mins) – a transformed farmyard turned vibrant destination. Enjoy a food hall, bakery, café, design showrooms, and fashion boutiques. As a wellness hub, it offers a hair salon, aesthetics studio, osteopathy, and more. The Elk Tipi hosts events, pop-ups, and workshops, and also provides fitness facilities like Padel and a gym, plus exclusive seasonal events.
A Little Further Away
Broadway – one of our favorite places to visit, and where wehave enjoyed many a wedding anniversary! A must if you are ever traveling near it or fancy a day out while staying with us.
Bourton on the Water – Known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, offering a wealth of attractions and shops, restaurants, cafes and tea rooms. Or simply the space where you can sit and enjoy the movement of the sparkling waters of the River Windrush, spanned by its five arched bridges which run directly through the village.
The Lakes at South Cerney – The Cotswold Water Park is an area of over 40 square miles and 180 lakes and wetland areas that hosts tens of thousands of breeding and watering birds. There is also a soft sandy beach with a swimming lagoon and awesome water sport activities including kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, pedalos and for the more active unlike us water skiing and a skyline aerial!
Stow on the Wold is the quintessential English town with examples of the most beautiful examples of the famous Cotswold stone houses complimented by a fine selection of shops, a mix of chic bistros, Cotswold inns, and cosy tea shops – great for an afternoon amble.
Cheltenham Racecourse – Kissing the beautiful Cotswold countryside, Cheltenham Racecourse was voted the greatest racecourse in the world by The Racing Post in 2019. Each of the three magnificent Cheltenham Racecourse enclosures gives a stunning view of the alluring surroundings. We have often enjoyed a great day out with lots of fun and laughter and not to mention the famous Cheltenham Festival which is amongst the most anticipated events on the horseracing calendar.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is there to see and do?
A Check out our “Explore” section for many attractions, walks, dining options and places to visit.
How do we find you?
We’re only 12 minutes drive from Cheltenham – the “Cotswold Capital” of Cirencester, around 45 minutes drive from Birmingham and 40-minute drive from Bristol. Our Huts are situated in an Area of outstanding natural beauty in a quiet and secluded spinny but close enough to nearby amenities.
If you are arriving from London by train the best station to disembark is Kemble, only 1 hour journey from Paddington and a 15-minute drive or taxi from the other side.
Is your website safe?
Yes, our website is protected by secure certificate with all the latest security in place. But your personal and payment details are used directly with “booklet” and not ourselves. They are a specialist site with all the necessary protection in place, to ensure all your data and details are kept 100% safe.
Do you allow pets?
Sorry, but although we are a family of animal lovers and are proud owners of a beautiful hungarian vizsla, in the interests of all our guests – including those with allergies – we do not allow any pets.
What's included in our stay?
Ethridges – comes with a welcome pack including tea, coffee, milk, sugar and other small touches. Dressing gowns, towels, bed linens and toiletries are also provided along with sufficient wood.
Willow – comes with a welcome pack including tea, coffee, milk, sugar, and other small touches. Breakfast on your first morning. Dressing gowns, towels, bed linens and toiletries are also provided along with sufficient wood!
Can I book a two Nights stay?
Ethridge – Unfortunately Ethridges is a minimum 3 night stay only from Friday to Monday or Monday to Friday option only.
Willow – Willow is a minimum of a two night stay, on occasions we can accommodate a one night stay from Sunday to Thursday only but you will need to contact us directly.
Will the house accommodate my disability needs?
Ethridge – There is a side entrance which is flush to the drive which would enable wheelchair access, and a downstairs bedroom. However, although there is a downstairs cloakroom with toilet and sink, there are no bathing facilities.
Willow – To enter and exit the huts there are steps at both entrance points only. Please see our virtual tour for our environment however if you still foresee any challenges please contact us directly so we can endeavor to make your stay possible.
What if I have not lit a fire before?
There are easy to follow steps on how to light a fire in our instruction booklet.
Is there a deposit for breakages?
What are you terms and conditions?
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Our Story
About Cotswold Country Escapes
At the heart of luxury meets nature lies Cotswold Country Escapes, set within the stunning cotswold countryside, with all that nature has to offer. Our Shepherds Hut in the Cotswolds is guaranteed to make your luxury break a memorable one. And now we also have ‘The Farm House’ to add to our properties.
This is our Narnia which we love and are truly blessed by, the daily scenes of pheasants, Birds of Prey, hares, deer, partridge and most importantly limited human beings! This, coupled with amazing walks and two cotswold pubs in walking distance, truly makes this a place we do not want to leave.
Willow, our boutique double braced shepherds hut, provides unique luxury accommodation in the most peaceful and perfect setting, privately nestled in its own little copse. Guests are free to explore the surrounding fields and public walks, with the most glorious views across the churn valley.
As sisters we are lucky enough to be well travelled and have taken our personal experiences of what we have loved to add little extras that will help to make your stay memorable:
We are very excited to be able to share our environment with others, and can guarantee you’ll have a fantastic experience. Please explore our site to see what we have to offer, and don’t hesitate to reach out with questions.
Our vision was to create a romantic, cosey, luxurious and secluded hideaway where you can be whatever you want to be, breathe and grow amongst natural surroundings, and make memories that will stay with you forever.
Julia & Tanya
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