The Painswick Retreat is comprised of two interlinked properties, Serenity and Tranquillity House. The wellness facilities are central to The Painswick Retreat experience and have been integrated throughout the property. Guests enjoy a private spa environment, including a three-person infrared sauna, full-body red light therapy panels, zero gravity full-body massage chairs, a well-equipped gym and a six-person hydrotherapy hot tub. The 24-person private banqueting hall allows guests to host intimate feasts, celebratory dinners, or chef-led tasting experiences in a historic surrounding.
Bedrooms feature chromotherapy lighting, allowing guests to modulate colour temperature to enhance calm, promote sleep or gently energise in the morning. 'Clean hydration' is also part of the philosophy of the retreat, with a Bibo water system providing the highest-grade purified drinking water, which is both hot and chilled on demand. The principal lighting systems and music are voice-controlled, allowing guests to tailor the atmosphere effortlessly. The discreet AI system is always on hand to assist you with information about the house, facilities and local recommendations.
The delights of Painswick are on your doorstep, from charming cafes tempting you with freshly baked bread and pastries, to excellent dining options, both pubs and more formal restaurants. Painswick church is shrouded in legend and the always popular Rococo Gardens make this beautiful Cotswold village a firm favourite.
Serenity
Ground Floor
Kitchen
Make yourselves at home and put the kettle on for a cup of herbal tea to relax after your journey. There is space here for a quick breakfast or light lunch at the table seating four, and the central island provides plenty of space to serve a buffet and prepare meals. With a Rangemaster cooker, coffee machine, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer and dishwasher, the kitchen is well-equipped for your stay.
Dining Room
Set the table, seating eight, for a relaxed meal in this charming space. The table sits alongside an exposed stone feature window with beams above, while a woodburning stove provides both warmth and ambience to the atmosphere. Put on some background music and enjoy your surroundings as you dine.
Sitting Room
Escape to another world in the fabulous sitting room which is your own at-home cinema. Close the blinds, gather some snacks and sink into the sofas to watch your favourite blockbuster. Sometimes the best way to relax, is by doing nothing at all. During the day, enjoy the games console, battling it out for victory and new PBs.
Banquet Room
The dramatic banquet room takes centre stage with two full length tables, each seating 12. Set the table for a feast and toast to good health, while perhaps hiring a catering team or private chef to help create an occasion to remember.
Gym
If you prefer to move to gentle yoga flows or lock-in to a distance run, the gym is where you will find your inner peace. A treadmill and elliptical trainer let you sweat it out, a bench and weights set are provided for a strength session, or to build a mind and body connection, take to the mat for some stretching. At the end of your workout, two anti-gravity massage chairs lift you into a full body experience.
Wellness Room
Take a moment to yourself and spend some time healing in the infra-red sauna. Warming the body instead of the air, it is an efficient way to feel the benefits in a more comfortable setting. Spend 20-minutes here to boost your sleep, relax, feel relief in sore joints and muscles and improve your circulation amongst other potential advantages. Combined with a session of red-light therapy, which can repair skin and muscle tissue, reducing pain and improving texture, you will feel like a new you.
Bar
Below the banquet room in a converted cellar, a stylish barrel-vaulted bar is tucked away. After dinner, turn on the colour-changing lights, pour a drink and play some table football. And why not bring in a mixologist to create a new combination of your favourite flavours, or sip a classic old fashioned?
Cloakroom
The cloakroom has a basin and WC.
First Floor
Bedroom One
The bold lines of exposed beams are juxtaposed against fresh white walls to create a calming ambience. Take a moment to complete some breathwork to clear your mind before an unmatched nights sleep. Bedroom one has a king-size bed with a single sofa bed available on request. There is also a TV and space for a spot of yoga so you can start your day refreshed.
En-Suite
Filled with natural light, the en-suite has a shower, and basin and WC.
Bedroom Two
Beneath a criss-cross of exposed A-frame beams is a double bed in this wonderfully spacious but cosy and warm bedroom.
Bedroom Three
Showcasing a slice of English heritage, bedroom three finds harmony between the original beams and modern comfort. A plush king-size bed awaits and you can linger in the morning watching TV on the 32-inch smart flat screen.
Bathroom
Fill the contemporary freestanding bath with bubbles and scented oils for an aromatherapy bath, relaxing tired muscles and helping your mind drift. For a more invigorating experience there is a rainfall shower, perfect for a pre-dinner refresh. There is also a basin and WC.
Bedroom Four
This double bedroom is more compact, but no less comfortable with sweeping views over the Painswick valley. Cocoon yourselves here, maybe sneaking away from your group early in the evening to make the most of the peace and quiet, reading a few chapters before lights off for the night.
Outside
Continue your luxurious retreat with an evening beneath the twinkling lights amongst the bubbles of the hydrotherapy hot tub. Just outside the kitchen, it is perfect for nipping in and out with drinks and nibbles. This charming courtyard garden has a dining terrace and a selection of potted plants and borders that add fragrance and colour.
Tranquillity
Ground Floor
Accessed via the courtyard, the entrance hall leads to the kitchen and passageway toward the interlinked cottage.
Kitchen
Arriving via the private courtyard, guests enter through the private entrance hall and into the kitchen, where a discreet touch-screen interface provides immediate access to lighting and house systems.
The fully appointed kitchen incorporates original stone walls and a modern country kitchen featuring an electric hob and extractor, double tower ovens, 13-place dishwasher, washer-dryer, Bibo water system, coffee machine, fridge freezer and country-style table for quiet mornings and meaningful interactions.
Sitting Room
Designed for relaxation, the sitting room is equipped with two three-seater sofas, whilst an armchair and stool provide seating for nine. A PlayStation console and 50-inch smart TV are provided for guests' relaxation, as well as a curated library and selection of board games. An upright piano, the final production instrument from the local Bentley Piano Company in Stroud, takes pride of place. Guests are kindly asked to treat this one-of-a-kind instrument with care. An Echo smart speaker can provide music or help guests to plan their day. A staircase rises to the four bedrooms on the upper two floors.
Dining/Games Room
With views from the historic shop windows across the charming Cotswold stone streets of Painswick, this room is the entertainment hub of the house. The convertible dining table can be set for a meal for eight or transformed into a pool or air hockey table.
First Floor
Bedroom Five
This large bedroom is flooded with light and is wonderfully spacious. There is a king-size bed with two single sofa beds available on request, making this room ideal for parents with small children. Make use of the storage unit and hooks to unpack and there is a 32-inch smart TV if you fancy sneaking away for an early night watching your favourite programme.
En-Suite
In the en-suite is a shower, basin and WC.
Bedroom Six
A king-size bed sits beneath an exposed beam in this cosy bedroom. There is plenty of storage space and a 32-inch smart TV.
Bathroom
At the end of a busy day, draw yourself a bubble bath and add tranquillity to your stay. The bath has a luxurious rainfall shower above, with twin basins and a WC, too.
Second Floor
Each bedroom on the second floor is accessed via its own staircase.
Bedroom Seven
Bedroom seven is a charming hideaway arranged as a two-tier bedroom with sleeping area set beneath the beams. Snuggle into the double bed at the end of the day for an uninterrupted night's sleep.
Bedroom Eight
The beautiful, exposed beams in bedroom eight frame the double bed. There is a 32-inch smart TV, two storage units and just outside is a hanging rail.
The Interlinked Cottage
Ground Floor
Kitchenette
Embracing the country cottage atmosphere, the interlinked cottage's kitchenette retains its original stone fireplace and wooden beams. There is a coffee machine, multi-function cooker and sink so you can whip up a quick breakfast or a hot drink before bed.
Shower Room
The shower room has a shower, basin and WC.
First Floor
Bedroom Nine
Walls of exposed Cotswold stone and dark wood beams add romance to bedroom nine. There is also a reading corner with two armchairs, while a curtain adds privacy to the sleeping area where there is a king-size bed.
Second Floor
Bedroom Ten
Up on the second floor, bedroom ten shows the history of the house with its framing beams and small window looking out over the rooftops. There is a double bed, chest of drawers, a hanging rail and a 32-inch smart TV.
Outside
Step out to the rear courtyard where there is space to sit and relax, perhaps trying some morning meditation or taking your time over the first coffee of the day.
Points of Note
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It is the policy of this property not to take bookings for groups where the majority of guests are under the age of 25.
The maximum occupancy is shown on the listing details at the top. Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted.
There is CCTV at The Painswick Retreat recording the exterior of the property for security purposes.
When you place a booking for The Painswick Retreat, we will be in touch with you shortly afterwards to discuss your arrangements.
The Painswick Retreat welcomes hen parties, family groups and groups of friends.
We ask our guests for a security deposit of ÂŁ1000 to be paid by bank transfer. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. This will be transferred back to you within 48 hours of departure if there is no damage. We will contact you near the time of your arrival to arrange this
An additional fee of ÂŁ177 applies for use of the hot tub and it must be requested at the time of booking. Please ensure all guests read and adhere to our Hot Tub Rules and Guidance.
Sofa beds can be made up for your stay; please select this at the time of booking.
