Definitely, England seems to be the nation of atypical places of residence that everyone loves! After Molly's Lodge, the smallest castle in the country, here is Midsummer Wood, an absolutely magical cottage that seems straight out of a fairy tale (a mix of the house of the 7 dwarfs in Snow White and that of the good fairies in Sleeping Beauty , no ?). The building, which dates from the 14th century, is located in the village of Bourton-on-the-Water in the county of Gloucestershire, well known for its picturesque character. Its facade is covered with wisteria and climbing ivy, and the approximately 480 square meters of land are full of places as charming as they are surprising, such as the stone bridge which spans a small water point or the sheltered terrace by a building with imposing columns. But the best is of course inside...
The rooms, which have the warmth of those depicted in children's books, are naturally tastefully decorated, exhibiting an abundance of textures, patterns and vibrant colours. Exposed beams and the omnipresence of wood give the different rooms such a cozy appearance that it is difficult to tell them apart. In contrast to the very authentic side of the house, slightly more modern facilities such as a tennis court, an indoor swimming pool (heated, we are still in the center of England) and a corner devoted to exercise which will delight the most active even on vacation. The cottage can accommodate up to 8 people, 4 in two bedrooms with double beds and 4 in two others with separate beds, each one more beautiful than the other. For those who have stars in their eyes and who are planning a short family stay, the price may make them somewhat disenchanted:weekly rental amounts to €5,900, as specified on the agency's website Unique Home Stays (on which you can find all the photos).
Well, you will have to convince the whole group of friends to accompany you, because after calculation, if all the places are taken, each one has for 730 €. This is the price to pay to feel like Goldilocks in the middle of the English wilderness...
