The Old Bakery – Burford

With a history dating back to Tudor times, Burford's Old Bakery really is an old house. It has however recently been made into a perfect little home, just yards from Burford's historic high street. Located on the first floor (normal, easy to climb stairs) of a venerable old building, inside The Old Bakery is understated, and charming. The large master bedroom looks towards Burford church in the distance, whilst the newly-refreshed bathroom is restful as it is smart. If you're bringing friends or children the second bedroom is a welcome addition - equally it would work well as an office. Whether you're planning to park and do nothing except eat out in Burford, or you're going to get out and tour the wonders of the Cotswolds, this little bolthole is a delightful choice. Price excludes bills.

Burford is one of, if not THE, most famous of the Cotswolds' locations. With its medieval bridge, old stone houses and attractive Tudor and Georgian frontages, Burford is justifiably one of the most picturesque towns in England. Often referred to as the 'Gateway to theCotswolds', the town was originally a fortified Anglo-Saxon ford which later grew to be an important regional crossroads and wealthy wool town. Located midway between Oxford and Cheltenham (25 mins each away) it is a little haven of historyand beauty that many come to fall in love with when they visit.