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Nestled between Chipping Campden and Blockley lies the picturesque village of Broad Campden. This beautiful village is p...
05/02/2025

Nestled between Chipping Campden and Blockley lies the picturesque village of Broad Campden. This beautiful village is perfect for a stroll on a sunny day, even better there is a fabulous village pub to enjoy a tipple along the route.

Step inside Spinks Nest, a cosy cottage boasting charm through its fun, rustic flair. A true a sanctuary to those lookin...
30/01/2025

Step inside Spinks Nest, a cosy cottage boasting charm through its fun, rustic flair. A true a sanctuary to those looking to escape from the business of daily lives to a haven of relaxation that takes you back in time...

Walk through the cottage to take in magical mix of rustic textures, from exposed ancient flint and lime-rendered walls to reclaimed oak beams, bricks and local Norfolk pamments.

With warm colours, textures, scents and low lighting throughout the cottage, you will soon remember how it feels to be truly relaxed.

See website for full write-up.

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Imagine waking up in your cosy pyjamas to bright mornings in a Cotswolds Country House, with floor to ceiling windows th...
25/01/2025

Imagine waking up in your cosy pyjamas to bright mornings in a Cotswolds Country House, with floor to ceiling windows that let light beam through…

Oh so tempting… but which would you choose?                                                                             ...
22/01/2025

Oh so tempting… but which would you choose?

We adore the little details at Bank House, from the curated antiques to seamlessly blended artwork, such a homely feel w...
20/01/2025

We adore the little details at Bank House, from the curated antiques to seamlessly blended artwork, such a homely feel with calming colours to make you feel oh so relaxed...

Oh we love welly boot season... Muddy rambles, new adventures and family time disconnected from stresses of daily life, ...
18/01/2025

Oh we love welly boot season...

Muddy rambles, new adventures and family time disconnected from stresses of daily life, the days that you wish would never end.

With meandering rivers, rolling hills and unspoilt landscapes, Gloucestershire is simply perfect for winter rambling with the whole family. We love following the River Coln with stops in Bibury that take you back in time, to Fairford where you can warm up and recharge at cosy pubs serving hearty classics.

And of course our four-legged friends love it too...

As we finally see signs of brighter days and sunlight drawing out into early evenings, The Old Chapel comes to life as t...
17/01/2025

As we finally see signs of brighter days and sunlight drawing out into early evenings, The Old Chapel comes to life as the sun beams through its vast chapel windows onto the exposed original Cotswold stone lying within.

Nestled in Longborough in the heart of the Cotswolds, the cottage sits within an unspoilt sanctuary and offers true tranquillity.

On crisp, bright days, the cottage is a perfect base for refreshing village walks and is in easy reach of The Cotswold Way where you can look out over the mesmerising Cotswolds valley.

After a long day of exploring, you can shake off in the large boot room and retire to the lounge in front of the cosy log burner, whilst taking in the grandeur of the 19th century building.

See the full write-up on our website.



Introducing Spinks Nest, a stylish cottage nestled in North Norfolk, boasting charm through its fun, rustic flair. The c...
16/01/2025

Introducing Spinks Nest, a stylish cottage nestled in North Norfolk, boasting charm through its fun, rustic flair. The cosy cottage offers a sanctuary to those looking to escape from the business of daily lives to a haven of relaxation that takes you back in time.

Step inside to a magical mix of rustic textures, from exposed ancient flint and lime-rendered walls to reclaimed oak beams, bricks and local Norfolk pamments. The warm colours, textures, scents and low lighting throughout the cottage instantly relax you. The intimate lounge with a roaring log burner is a den where you can lose track of time and recharge at any time of the day.

The cottage is everything a relaxing getaway should be, leaving you rested and recharged, not wanting to leave...

See website for full write-up.

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Evening strolls around Stow-on-the-Wold with clear skies has us feeling like we’ve entered a fairytale town.Some of the ...
15/01/2025

Evening strolls around Stow-on-the-Wold with clear skies has us feeling like we’ve entered a fairytale town.

Some of the oldest pubs in England lure you in with cosy fires and hearty plates, whilst family-run shops showcase their handmade crafts with magical window displays.

Lying high up on a hill looking over the Cotswolds valley, walking around the historic Norman town gives you a sense of what life would have been like when the market town was established back in 1000 AD.

January strolls in Bath, soaking up the historic charm from the imposing roman architecture. As we navigated around the ...
13/01/2025

January strolls in Bath, soaking up the historic charm from the imposing roman architecture.

As we navigated around the Roman Baths and stone-built townhouses, we could only dream of how life would have been so many centuries’ ago.

A city brimming with such history that now seamlessly blends modern luxuries and the finest of restaurants makes for a most memorable city break.

Oh how dreamy it is cosying up to a roaring log burner with home comforts whilst watching the bitter frost pass outside…...
12/01/2025

Oh how dreamy it is cosying up to a roaring log burner with home comforts whilst watching the bitter frost pass outside…

The Cotswolds Country House, nestled in Kingham, has the perfect set up with an oh so cosy lounge and sumptuous welcome hamper filled with local treats, tempting for the whole family.

Furry friends welcome of course.



Has January already got you feeling like you need another break? Right now we’re dreaming of a weekend getaway to Bank H...
08/01/2025

Has January already got you feeling like you need another break?

Right now we’re dreaming of a weekend getaway to Bank House where you can get a much needed break in the lounge and reading room, before recharging in the sumptuous bedrooms.

On what it would be to escape back to a somewhere so serene and tranquil…

Waking up to snowy mornings in the Cotswolds is something from a fairytale                                              ...
05/01/2025

Waking up to snowy mornings in the Cotswolds is something from a fairytale

Happy New Year!We are very excited for 2025 as we continue to explore the most unique holiday homes and locations across...
01/01/2025

Happy New Year!

We are very excited for 2025 as we continue to explore the most unique holiday homes and locations across the country, where a lifetime of memories can be made.

Follow us throughout the year as we launch exclusive features, offers and competitions at the most dreamy homes so that you can be a part of the adventure.

Merry Christmas to everyone from the Handpicked Escapes Team!
25/12/2024

Merry Christmas to everyone from the Handpicked Escapes Team!

Looking for a Christmas ramble with the family? Croome is a wonderful 700+ acre National Trust estate located in the hea...
23/12/2024

Looking for a Christmas ramble with the family?

Croome is a wonderful 700+ acre National Trust estate located in the heart of Worcestershire that has something for everyone this December.

Developed by Capability Brown - the mastermind behind the grounds of Blenheim Palace - Croome boats a Palladian feel with views of the Malvern hills.

With beautiful parklands, a meandering river, private lake and walled garden, the spectacular grounds are a perfect backdrop for a family ramble.

See website for our full write-up.

Oh it’s a magical time of year at Bank House…Behind the wonderfully decorated iconic archway on Fairford High Street lie...
15/12/2024

Oh it’s a magical time of year at Bank House…

Behind the wonderfully decorated iconic archway on Fairford High Street lies a festive family getaway, fit for all.

With large lounges and reading rooms, luxurious bedrooms and even a private cinema room waiting for you, we couldn’t think of a better place to retire to after a busy day of exploring the Cotswolds this winter.

Recently winning Bronze for Self Catering Accommodation of the Year at the Beautiful South awards for excellence, The Ch...
12/12/2024

Recently winning Bronze for Self Catering Accommodation of the Year at the Beautiful South awards for excellence, The Chestnuts is a simply perfect cottage for large groups looking for somewhere that has it all…

The Chestnuts dates back to the 1850’s, bringing all the charm of a period cottage with all the modern luxuries of today.

The cottage is nestled in Shilton, a small village within West Oxfordshire, around three miles south of Burford. The village has a rich history, with the Church of England parish church dating back to the 12th century. The village is home to a 17th century inn, The Rose and Crown.

Step inside to find spacious bedrooms, cosy lounges and amenities for all.



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