EAST LEAZE, pet friendly, with a garden in Chipping Campden

East Leaze is an end-terrace house resting in Chipping Campden sleeping six guests in three bedrooms.

East Leaze is a beautifully presented 17th century Cotswold stone cottage in the picturesque market town of Chipping Campden. The cottage has been refurbished to a high standard, keeping it’s original features whilst adding a contemporary touch. The well-appointed cottage offers a truly unique stay for a gathering of friends or family seeking a relaxing break in the heart of the Cotswolds.

As you enter East Leaze via the side door of the cottage, you will find an impressive open-plan living space. An entrance hall, handy for storing your coats and boots after exploring Chipping Campden, the Garden room - flooded with natural light from the glass conservatory whilst being able to add privacy with it’s bespoke wooden shutters, and the perfect cosy area to sit back, relax and watch the Smart TV or pop on a DVD of choice.

As you step down into the well-equipped kitchen you will be spoilt for choice with it’s many appliances, Nespresso coffee machine, modern fittings and quaint window seat. Once you have cooked up a feast, make your way through to the dining room, full of character and charm with it’s exposed wooden beams, limestone flooring and ornamental inglenook fireplace. Uncork a bottle of wine and toast to the wonderful holiday that lies ahead.

Completing the ground-floor is a cloakroom with a basin and WC, and a handy utility cupboard containing a small chest freezer, perfect for those longer stays.

As you make your way up the beautiful, well-crafted staircase, the mid-level landing divides two ways. The master bedroom located one way, which boasts dual aspects of fabulous views across the garden from its Juliet balcony, a super-king-size bed and TV. The other way you will find two further bedrooms, one with lovely exposed wooden beams, high ceilings, a Freeview TV and super-king-size bed (zip/link, can be twin on request) and the other overlooks Sheep Street below, has a wonderful Cotswold stone feature wall, a double bed and benefits from a en-suite bathroom with roll top bath and underfloor heating. The main bathroom will leave you spoilt for choice with its rainfall shower and roll top bathtub, the perfect place to escape and relax.

On sunnier days, embrace the south-west facing patio garden surrounded by high honey-coloured stone walls, potted flowers and shrubs, with nine steps leading you up to the fantastic lawn garden which gently ascends to another patio area with a gas barbecue (available in the summer months) garden bench, attractive flower beds and even a mini fruit patch which guests are welcome to enjoy if the timing’s right.

When planning your itinerary you will be impressed by the array of fantastic things Chipping Campden has to offer, why not enjoy a delicious breakfast at Campden Coffee Co before heading over to Dover’s Hill to enjoy the stunning views over the Vale of Evesham where you can join the Cotswold Way, a 100 mile walking trail, taking you through picturesque villages, breath-taking countryside and famous ancient sites and by starting in Chipping Campden, you can walk to the next stop, Broadway, and have an enjoyable meal at The Swan.

Train enthusiasts will be delighted with the light railway of Evesham Vale Light Railway, which operates in nearby Evesham Country Park and covers a mile through the park, including a lengthy section through the fruit orchards.

Immerse yourself in nature at Cotswold Falconry Centre, Batsford, which houses over 130 birds of 60 different species, where there are flying displays, aviaries and critically endangered birds, an educational and fun day out for all.

An added bonus is the play park/playing field which is only 5 mins walk from the house, with a zip-line to keep the kids entertained.

For an unforgettable holiday, make East Leaze your base.


Amenities: Gas central heating, underfloor heating, air cooling system. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, small chest freezer, wine fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, Nespresso coffee maker (without capsules), ice cream maker. 2 x Smart TVs, 1 x TV, 2 x DVD players, WiFi, selection of DVDs, books and games. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Free on-street parking. Patio and lawn garden with furniture and gas barbecue. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. The owners are particularly sensitive to dogs and it is expected that dogs remain downstairs and stay off the furniture. We politely request that guests will leave no trace of their dog either in the house or the garden. All waste is to be disposed of in the dog waste bins provided outside the public conveniences in Sheep Street (in the direction of the High Street). Any dog mess found in the garden will be subject to a £50.00 clean up charge. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.2 miles

Region: Visitors to the Cotswolds have long treasured memories of charming towns and villages built from the famous honey-coloured stone, it now boasts a thriving community of contemporary artists working from studios and shops throughout the area.

Town: This market town defines the saying "good things come in small packages" as it proves itself to be a wonderful place for tourists to stay. Chipping Campden sits in the northern part of the Cotswolds and boasts many historical buildings from St. James' church where the Chipping Camden Music Festival is held every year, to the early 17th century market hall upon which the town prides itself. Not only does the town have a rich history but much more, the high street is laced with charming Cotswold stone buildings with a range of shops and pubs. Nearby there are several beautiful, formal gardens for you to wander through. Chipping Campden has held its own 'Olimpick Games' since the early 1600s including peculiar sports such as 'shin-kicking', most certainly worth lining your holiday up with to experience something so unique. For a dose of famous history, head to the birthplace of William Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon just 12 short miles away, it offers some charming little buildings, bookshops, theatres and museums.