Paisley Cottage United Kingdom

A pale, cool and light-filled delight tucked in the magnificent landscape of the Cotswolds, Paisley Cottage offers a mesmerising fusion of English Country House charm and the luxury of an exclusive hotel, within walking distance of fine-dining and beautiful hiking trails.
You will be greeted by a complimentary welcome pack, offering a true taste of the Cotswolds! All produce is sourced from local farms and businesses, in the pack there is sausages, bacon and eggs, juice, preserves, homemade cakes, artisan cheese, two bottles of wine and much more!
An unpretentious blend of colour, warmth and comfort, the interiors ooze timeless beauty with natural tones of stone and wood throughout and a high-pitched ceiling with ancient beams. In your open-plan drawing room you will find a white ceramic Scandinavian wood-burning stove, with two sofas and an armchair positioned beside it. The kitchen and dining area sit beside the lounge area and feature a creamy Cotswold fossil stone floor and subtle off-white painted walls, with a lovely blue-and-white dining-table. French doors lead directly from this room onto the terrace and apple orchard.
All three unique and wonderful bedrooms are on this ground floor, including a sublime master-suite and two twin rooms. They feature the same deluxe and antique furnishing and breath-taking attention to detail as the rest of the home, including a beamed, high pitched ceiling and four-poster beds. Each room has an accompanying warm and elegant ensuite bathroom, entirely marble-tiled, with marble-top vanity units, an invigorating power-shower, big mirror, heated towel rail stocked with fluffy white towels and bathrobes. All toiletries are produced by Elemis. The master-ensuite also has a bathtub for the ultimate relaxation.
From the master-bedroom and drawing room you have direct access to your enchanting private garden, with a terrace with garden furniture and a lovely ancient orchard! A lawn and barbeque ensure you can enjoy glamorous alfresco meals, while a children’s play area with a seesaw and swings creates the perfect spot for soaking up a little sunshine and fresh air of the Cotswolds for all the family!
On this fabulous estate you also have access to: a gym featuring a running machine, power plate, exercise balls, rowing machine, cross trainer, cables, free weights and an exercise bike; a heated pool with floats for children, loungers and a private garden with seating, and; a spa with several treatment rooms offering reflexology, massages, pedicures, manicures and facials! In the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Paisley Cottage is luxurious and unique, attracting guests back year after year!
Enjoying the local area is a highlight of the trip for many! In the surrounding landscape you will find endless opportunities for an active day out with all the family, including: the Cotswold Wildlife Park, the Cogges Farm Museum, Birdland, the Dragonfly Maze, Blenheim Palace and the Oxford Story, to name a few, as well as two different Go Karting options within an hour!
On a sunny day you should definitely experience the fantastic scenery on a hike – be sure to take a picnic, there are endless perfect spots to sit, relax, and take in the breath-taking views across the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the country! We can supply you with maps of great walks suitable for all ages, and we even have mountain bikes for those who prefer pedal power! Both ‘The Wild Rabbit’ and the multi-award winning ‘The Plough’ (dog-friendly) pubs in Kingham serve excellent food, around 3 miles away, and there are many, many more just a short cycle away.
Shopping is available in both Oxford and Cheltenham town centres, as well as at the Bicester Outlet Village. Local produce can be purchased from several of the local farms, including at Bibury Trout Farm where you can actually catch it yourself! At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!