5 Best Places for an Autumn Staycation
As the colder nights draw in, the leaves turn beautiful shades of red and orange, and the smell of Autumn is in the air, it is the perfect time to go on a cosy staycation. Sit in front of a log fire, drink hot chocolate, and watch the leaves fall outside in an idyllic, luxury cottage.
Unique Cotswold Cottages can satisfy your every wish with their delightful countryside retreats in three beautiful locations throughout the Cotswolds. Romantic, modern yet also historical, and stylishly furnished, they are the perfect setting to enjoy a relaxing getaway with a loved one without the hassle of oversea travel.
In this article, Unique Cotswold Cottages give us the 5 best places for an Autumn staycation:
Stow-on-the-Wold
An idyllic market town, Stow-on-the-Wold, while secluded, has easy access to the main historic Roman road through the Cotswolds. This town is in the perfect location to access many of the Cotswolds’ famous gardens, which will be especially vibrant and beautiful in the Autumn. It is also home to one of Unique Cotswold Cottages’ stunning cottage retreats called The Loft. The Loft is in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, meaning that it is surrounded by pubs with roaring fires, perfect for a cold and cosy day,
Winchcombe
This Anglo-Saxon town near the magnificent 15th-century Sudeley Castle is the perfect atmospheric getaway for Autumn. Go for a spooky Halloween walk round the Castle or choose one of the many other walking paths around this area for a crisp Autumn stroll. For the perfect place to stay while you visit here, consider Unique Cotswold Cottages’ The Bolt Hole cottage. This cottage has a log burner with kindling provided, perfect for those cosy autumn nights.
Bourton-on-the-Water
Stradling the River Windrush, this stunning location is known for its low bridges and beautiful stone houses. Bourton-on-the-Water is perfect for an Autumn getaway as if the weather isn’t great it has plenty of indoor activities to do, including the Cotswolds Motoring Museumhome of vintage cars. This also the home on Unique Cotswold Cottages’ The Little Gem Cottage, which is also fully equipped with a log burner.
Chipping Campden
A short drive away from Stow-on-the-Wold, this beautiful market town could be your next Autumn staycation location. Its cosy pubs and cafes make it ideal for enjoying a drink in front of a roaring fire or having a warming pub lunch after a crisp walk on a cold day.
Cirencester
“The Capital of the Cotswolds”, Cirencester was once a Romano-British settlement, so it is filled to the brim with historical sites. Popular with tourists for its bustling high streets, Cirencester would be perfect for an Autumn staycation if you like to keep busy. With lots of shops and tourist spots to choose from, you can stay active and entertained regardless of the weather.