My husband, adult daughter, and I had a superlative stay at The Lodge. The house itself is like something out of an English novel with its boxwood hedges, honey-colored stone, and elegant-but-cozy interior. We enjoyed the sitting at the table and chairs in the secluded garden with our coffee on sunny mornings, or a glass of wine on quiet afternoons. The kitchen is well-equipped for the kind of cooking you want to do when you're on holiday, but there is a Cuisinart and a perfect table for rolling out dough if you're feeling ambitious.
The bedrooms are light and airy, and just opening the lead-glass windows with their iron rods transports you to another century. And open the windows you will want to do--the wind gently blows in the scent of whatever is blooming that day, accompanied by what I call the the sheep symphony from the neighboring sheep farms. There is no denying that you are deep into the most wonderful experience of the English countryside.
The beds were the best of our month long stay in England; delightfully plush with superior quality sheets and duvet. Both bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, closets, and bedside tables with electrical outlets nearby for charging phones at night.
The house is located on the grounds of the magnificent Kiftsgate Court Gardens. Just stroll down the road and take in their beauty and the view of the surrounding area. It is well-situated for exploring much of the Cotswolds, and is a 20 minute drive to the train station in Moreton-in-Marsh. Hidcote Garden is a 5 minute walk away, and you can even walk the mile through the fields to Mickelton for dinner at the King's Arms.
Rob was a thoughtful, attentive, polite, and extremely responsive host. Check-in was at our convenience and he was available by text for any questions. We were greeted with a bottle of prosecco and flowers from the garden, along with helpful information for activities and restaurants. He even provided dishwasher tabs and extra bin-liners, which is quite a help when you're traveling internationally. We can't recommend him or our stay highly enough! Thank you, Rob!
