Fido Family Friendly Places

Escape the city smog, for this cool and snazzy abode sitting pretty within its own Gloucestershire farm. Go Cart Barn is totally unique, inside and out with a sprinkling of retro cool. It has been designed and renovated to a high standard and boasts the very best fixtures and fittings. The property is set within the grounds of a private farm - as you drive down the private track surrounded by pastures you get a mix of pure relaxation and excitement for what awaits. If access for the less mobile is required, please advise the owners prior to arrival.
With an open plan living/dining room this social design is great for bringing everyone together, wine dine or chill it’s all catered for. A top of the range kitchen with feature electric range, great for whipping up culinary delights during your stay, accompanied with state-of-the-art appliances throughout. After dining, retreat to the cosy sitting room area, with projector to stream the latest movie releases. Outside, guests can enjoy the six-person hot tub, barbecue, fire pit, elevated patio, large walled garden so that all the fun is contained within your own private space.
Beyond your trendy Forest of Dean bolt hole, Wye Valley and the Welsh Border Country are easily accessible, as is Cheltenham with its races. Picturesque Cotswolds towns such as Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton on the Water and Burford, and many National Trust properties are all worth a visit, as well as lovely towns and villages such as Newent, Ross, Newham and Monmouth. If exploring and adventure is on the agenda, you are spoilt for choice with the Forest of Dean, Severn and Wye Valleys, Malvern Hills and the Cotswolds all on your doorstep. Perfectly located to enjoy a trip to the ancient cathedral and historic docks of Gloucester, and approximately half an hour’s drive from Cheltenham’s festivals and regency promenade for a spot of designer shopping and fine dining. There are excellent walks and mountain biking trails directly from the farm to May Hill and the surrounding area.
The Red Lion pub is just 5 minute’s walk, The Leaf café and garden centre 3-minute walk. May Hill brewery, Longhope bakery and Harts Barn craft centre just a 5-minute drive. There’s an outstanding restaurant and wet fish counter at Severn Wye smokery, Chaxhill (10-minute drive). Also, a private chef can be arranged from Harts Barn cookery school if required. It is also close to the International Centre for birds of prey and the Three Choirs Vineyard nearby for a spot of bird watching followed by some wine tasting. Within easy reach of the picturesque Wye Valley, including Tintern Abbey and Symonds Yat. Adrenalin junkies are well catered for too, in Gloucester you have the dry ski slope for a day of boarding or tobogganing, off road cycling and treetop rope adventures to be found within the Forest of Dean. Paddle boarding is a firm favourite and available at Gloucester Docks and the picturesque Symonds Yat on the Wye River.

This single-storey, detached cottage would make the perfect holiday base for touring and exploring this beautiful and historically fascinating corner of Gloucestershire. Set over one level, this stunning accommodation offers an open plan living space, a kingsize bedroom, a double bedroom with en-suite, and a family bathroom. Outside there is parking for two cars and a fully enclosed courtyard with a patio and garden furniture, including a log burner and BBQ, perfect for an evening of pure relaxation! There are also two paddocks next door where your dogs can run around.
Access to the Cotswold Way is literally right on the doorstep of this period cottage, where the Cotswold escarpment can be enjoyed. The Old Dairy also offers easy access to the 11th-century Norman castle at Berkeley, the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust at Slimbridge, the Arboretum at Westonbirt, many National Trust properties, the thriving market town of Tetbury, two riding centres close by plus Stinchcombe golf club. The major attractions of Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cardiff, Malvern and the Forest of Dean are all less than an hour’s drive away. This property provides idyllic accommodation for families, friends and couples alike who are looking for a holiday filled with adventure, or somewhere simply to put your feet up and relax with your favourite book and a glass of wine in hand! Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.

An attractive honey coloured stone retreat awaits your arrival within the picturesque Cotswold village of South Cerney. Designed to the highest finish with a splashing of Cotswold chic. Perfect for a couple looking to escape the city lights or a fun family jaunt to the Cotswolds.
Luxuriously appointed over two floors, on the ground floor you will find an open plan living and dining space as well as a top spec kitchen for chatting and cooking with your nearest and dearest. French doors lead onto a landscaped garden, this secluded sanctuary is complete with a bubbling hot tub for some serious relax and relaxation all year round. If it’s been a long-day of exploring be sure to create a silky Espresso Martini or two with a little help from your Nespresso machine to recharge and energise under the stars. On the first floor you will find a luxuriously appointed bathroom with walk-in shower. Two double bedroom suites adorned with the very best luxury linens and sumptuous beds, mobile air conditioning units and you certainly won’t be needing any potions or creams here to wake up refreshed and revived.
If you can drag yourself away from your five star country retreat, South Cerney is an attractive Cotswolds village surrounded by idyllic country walks and cycle routes. With all the amenities you need, there are three traditional country pubs within a minutes’ walk of Bramble Cottage. And just 5 miles away lies the market town of Cirencester, regarded as the heart of the Cotswolds, the perfect place for fine dining and boutique shopping. The foodies of the group will love the selection of local produce on offer here too, with a wonderful selection of local artisan shops to choose from.
Don’t worry if you haven’t packed the canoe or bikes, The Cotswold Water Park is within a few minutes’ drive offering a host of thrill seeking activities including water skiing, cable skiing, archery, shooting, paintballing, golf, aerial adventure, angling, horse riding, sailing, canoeing and rally driving. Scenic cycle tracks, nature trails and fishing abound. Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Broadway and Cheltenham are all within easy reach by car too. However, you choose to spend your time at your stylish abode, splashing in the hot tub, leisurely walks around chocolate box villages steeped in history, kayaking the lakes, escaping into a good book, or simply reconnecting with friends and family Bramble Cottage will certainly not disappoint. Pub 1 mile.

Lower Ledge Farm consists of four lovingly furnished barn conversions (two of which are holiday homes), nestled in the lovely rural village of Doynton, just on the outskirts of Bath and on the doorstep to the Cotswolds.

These two semi-detached cottages have been renovated to a high standard, and designed with guest’s comfort in mind. Tull is conveniently all on the ground floor, with accommodation set over four bedrooms, all of which have their own en-suite, making this an ideal choice for the less mobile and those who prefer a little more privacy. Budding also has three bedrooms downstairs, two with their own en-suite, and a bedroom and en-suite upstairs.

These properties are a perfect base for families or groups wanting to discover Bath, Somerset, and the Cotswolds, conveniently situated just 5 minutes from the M4. The World Heritage city of Bath is only 8 miles away, a city with a story to tell. Enveloped in the hills of south west England, it has its own unmistakable identity, grounded in the roots from centuries past and carved out since by passionate locals and spirited fans.

Tetbury and Castle Combe are around 25 minutes away, where you can enjoy a spot of lunch in some of their wonderful traditional English pubs, followed by a walk around the beautiful Cotswold villages dotted around the area. Stone Henge, Amesbury and Avebury can all be reached within an hour’s drive, and are sure to make for fun filled days out. Pack a picnic and head to Glastonbury, Wells or Cheddar, all within a 40-minute drive and offering wonderful places to explore and discover. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.

Wharf Annex sits on the cusp of The Cotswolds and the Royal Forest of Dean in Coombe Hill. Cosy and bijou, yet wonderfully comfortable for two, it boasts a bubbling hot tub within its substantial private garden for some serious relaxation and recuperation. For those seeking a peaceful and rural getaway with rolling countryside views, along with the perks of nearby suburbia of Cheltenham, Gloucester and Tewkesbury then Wharf Annex is for you. Sitting down an idyllic country lane, the annexe is in the good company of the Coombe Hill Nature Reserve right on its doorstep, their land rich in wildlife.
Wharf Annex is detached and all on one level. As you walk in you will find a cosy living room, with a comfy sofa for two. A small kitchen offers all the mod-cons. A table and chairs give room to wine and dine, should cooking a meal be on the agenda. If cooking is not on the agenda, you will be pleased to know that within a short walk along the lane, you will find the country pub, which is highly regarded for its food locally.
The bedroom holds a kingsize bed, with a sumptuous mattress and linens for the ultimate night’s slumber. An en-suite shower room is complete with a rainfall shower for a refreshing start to your day. The property features air-conditioning, hairdryer and shampoo.
Beyond your luxurious abode, a large landscaped private garden that is enclosed offers a tranquil and relaxing space to unwind, dine al fresco by firing up the BBQ, and take a dip in your very own hot tub before pre-dinner aperitifs on the terrace. Being an enclosed garden, should you like to bring a small pooch on your travels, Wharf Annex can accommodate.
There are many reasons to visit Gloucestershire, be it to walk or cycle the Cotswold Way. Tour the ‘chocolate box’ villages such as Stow-on-the-Wold or the honey stone houses of Chipping Campden, sporting events in Cheltenham Spa, scenic river tours from the banks of medieval Tewkesbury or walk in the footsteps of Harry Potter himself at Gloucester Cathedral. All are within easy reach of the Wharf Annex. Cheltenham (5 miles), Tewkesbury miles (4 miles), Gloucester miles (6 miles), Stow-on-the-wold (24 miles), and Chipping Campden (24miles) can all be reached within a 10 to 30-minute drive.

Cuckoo’s Nest is an impressive four-bedroom terraced property directly on Clearwater Lake, within the award-winning Lower Mill Estate nature reserve in Somerford Keynes, perfect for a luxury holiday with family and friends. This contemporary waterside residence offers stunning lake views and is ideally located within proximity to the amenities of Lower Mill, such as a spa with heated indoor and outdoor pools, sports facilities, and a restaurant.
Cuckoo’s Nest is beautifully appointed throughout and well equipped to accommodate up to eight adults. The property is spread generously over three floors, with a large open plan and glass fronted living space and kitchen, with a balcony on the first floor to take advantage of the waterfront views. Each bedroom suite boasts quality linens and comfy beds for the perfect night’s slumber. The open plan living, kitchen and dining space makes for the ultimate social hub, perfect for wining, dining and gaming, be it board or electronic. With two terraces overlooking the lake, step out onto the ground floor terrace and enjoy the view. The upper terrace provides a great spot for dining alfresco with an aperitif or two. As the evening draws in, there is a feature wood burner for a toasty retreat inside.
Located on a private 450-acre natural reserve, the gated and managed estate comprises of woodland and meadows crossed by three rivers and surrounded by serene lakes. Several lakes can be used for water activities including kayaking and paddle boarding. The Activity Hub, which is located less than 10 minutes from the property, will hire equipment for water sports and bikes.
The ArtSpa is less than a 5 minutes’ walk from the property and offers an indoor and outdoor heated swimming pool, eco-pool, sauna, steam room and gym, as well as shower and changing facilities. Spa treatments are bookable via the spa.

Bramley Barn is in a great location, situated in the village of Wick, a perfect holiday base for those who wish to explore the many attractions Wiltshire has to offer, or stay in and enjoy the house and its features. The barn is great for entertaining with a large dining room and fully equipped kitchen with island. There is plenty of parking on site and you’re only a 15-minute drive into the centre of Bath.
Socialise around the BBQ, hot tub and firepit in the garden. A rural setting with all the modern features and amenities, with adequate parking for up to ten cars.
Bath and Bristol are both less than 10 miles away and under 20 minutes away, also within a short drive are the picturesque villages of Lacock and Castle Combe, both favourite locations for TV and film directors. Lacock features in Harry Potter, Downton Abbey and Pride and Prejudice, and Castle Combe was the backdrop for War Horse.
Experience the Georgian city of Bath, only 7 miles away by car. With its famous architecture, the Jane Austen Centre, and thermal spa (Thermae), the city offers something for everybody. The Roman Baths, The Royal Crescent, the famous Pulteney Bridge, and the Christmas markets are among the city’s many must see attractions. Nearby National Trust properties can be found within a short drive, as well as other stately homes. Head to Longleat Safari Park or visit Avebury and Stonehenge, all under an hour away.

Linden Lodge is in a great location, situated in the village of Wick, a perfect holiday base for those who wish to explore the many attractions Wiltshire has to offer, or stay in and enjoy the house and its features.
The house and annexe sleep twenty-six people. The house has five bedrooms, an annexe with two more bedrooms, a living room, a thirty-seater dining table, a fully equipped kitchen with two ovens, and four bathrooms. In the garden you will find a games room, two hot tubs and a BBQ area. There is adequate parking for up to 10 cars.
Bath and Bristol are both less than 10 miles away and under a 20-minute drive, and within a short drive are the picturesque villages of Lacock and Castle Combe, both favourite locations for TV and film directors. Lacock features in Harry Potter, Downton Abbey and Pride and Prejudice, and Castle Combe was the backdrop for War Horse.
Experience the Georgian city of Bath, only 7 miles away by car. With its famous architecture, the Jane Austen Centre, and thermal spa (Thermae), the city offers something for everybody. The Roman Baths, The Royal Crescent, the famous Pulteney Bridge, and the Christmas markets are among the city’s many must see attractions.
Nearby National Trust properties can be found within a short drive, as well as other stately homes. Head to Longleat Safari Park or visit Avebury and Stonehenge, all under an hour away.