A 100% experience - my friends and I came here for my wedding weekend and it was perfect. The cleanliness and quality of the barn was impeccable, with stylish country decor yet cosy and very comfortable.
The large ‘banquet hall’ was a show-stopping room and brilliant place to celebrate and get ready in, with a fun bar area and great surround sound speakers.
All of the rooms were lovely and airy, and finished to a high standard - a great nights sleep. And when it comes to a room of 4 including bunk beds, you usually think you’ve drawn the short straw but these were so lovely and cosy and just as good as the other standard rooms.
Plenty of bathrooms and toilets so you don’t feel like you were waiting around for others. Appliances and amenities were spot on and you felt at home the minute you walked through the door.
Views from the garden were picture-perfect countryside and whilst it’s on a working farm, it was very peaceful and felt tucked away like you were in your own bubble. The courtyard was a lovely outdoor space and dog friendly - a great place for a bbq or sitting out with drinks.
Emma the host had left us a homemade Victoria sponge upon arrival which was so good, along with milk, tea and coffee - the perfect welcome especially if you’ve been driving a while and haven’t yet picked up any shopping.
She was a wonderful and considerate host - prompt and friendly communication, helpful in terms of directions and identifying the correct entrance (as it can be a tad unclear given the rural location but very easy and accessible once located.)
She also offers a range of homemade catering options which I’d highly recommend. We went to Dunkertons in the evening which is a short taxi drive away (added bonus to the property) so we didn’t go for any dinner options which also sounded delicious, but on the morning of my wedding she prepared an incredible breakfast buffet of fresh pastries, yoghurts, bacon rolls, salmon bagels, pancakes and fruits, with juices, tea and coffee. It all looked and tasted wonderful and helped to make the morning so relaxed and enjoyable - a real treat.
Emma was so friendly yet discreet and wasn’t intrusive - she didn’t make us feel like we were on eggshells around her as the host, but was also more than happy to have a chat and wish us the best for the day.
Within 5 minutes of being there we said we’d definitely be back again for a weekend get away with family and friends as it’s the perfect spot for relaxation and comfort, yet accessible to beautiful Cotswold walks, bars/eateries, and Cheltenham itself. Especially in autumn or the run up to Christmas with the lovely log burners and fireplaces.
Highly recommend Emma and The Old Tractor Shed!
