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A stone cottage with a gravel driveway, a wooden bench, and potted plants. - The Downs Barn Lodge (Frampton Mansell, near Stroud)
An outdoor patio with a round table, a hat, two wine glasses, and a bottle. - The Downs Barn Lodge (Frampton Mansell, near Stroud)
A living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table with books, a decorative wall piece, and a large window with curtains. - The Downs Barn Lodge (Frampton Mansell, near Stroud)
A kitchen with white cabinets, a round dining table, and two chairs. - The Downs Barn Lodge (Frampton Mansell, near Stroud)
A gravel path leading through a green landscape with trees and a stone wall. - The Downs Barn Lodge (Frampton Mansell, near Stroud)
The Downs Barn Lodge provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

The Downs Barn Lodge

  • Children are welcome at the property and can roam freely in the grounds, excellent organic shop close by, close to many attractions.. All on the Ground Floor:

    Open plan living space.

    Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden

    Dining area.

    Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

    Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

    Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

    Bathroom: Roll Top Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Air source heat pumping (underfloor in en-suite and bathroom), solar-powered electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner provided, additional logs available locally. Welcome pack. Small lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Natural grounds. Outdoor table tennis table. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times. No smoking.. The Downs Barn Lodge is a single-storey, detached lodge, within an AONB, sadly we have recently lost all of our re-homed battery chickens, but we are waiting for the next batch to be liberated. Adjacent to the owner’s beautiful home, which has featured in many magazines and newspapers, the holiday property is located in the heart of the Cotswolds, between the town of Stroud and Cirencester. There is an award-winning farm shop and café just a 3-minute walk from the property. Superbly located for touring the villages of the Cotswold Hills, Tetbury and Westonbirt all close by, and Cheltenham within 20 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub ¾ mile.

    Free WiFi



    Initial fuel included for woodburner, rest available locally. The building is heated by an air source heat pump.Children are welcome to enjoy the garden but are strictly prohibited from entering the rear of the garden marked PRIVATE and the lawn in front of the main house. They should be supervised at all times. There is a swing attached to a tree and it can be used at your own risk.

    Only dogs allowed at the property.

    Suitable for up to 2 pets

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About the area

Located in Stroud, this cottage is in a rural area. Stroud Farmers' Market and Gloucester Quays are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore River Thames and Crickley Hill Country Park. Arcade Archive and Stroud Bowl are also worth visiting. Visit our Stroud travel guide
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Frampton Mansell, near Stroud

What's nearby

  • RMC - The Cave
    4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Arcade Archive
    4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Minchinhampton Common
    5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Royal Agricultural University
    11 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Cirencester Park Polo Club
    14 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station
    13 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX)
    101 min drive

Restaurants

  • Felt Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Salt Box
    7 min drive
  • Egypt Mill Hotel & Restaurant
    11 min drive
  • Stroud Brewery
    8 min drive
  • Musette
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Downs Barn Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Downs Barn Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Downs Barn Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Downs Barn Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Downs Barn Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from RMC - The Cave and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Arcade Archive. Minchinhampton Common and Cirencester Park Polo Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Downs Barn Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic cottage, ideal location, highly recommended.

Fantastic cottage, ideal location, highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottages in the most amazing grounds.

Beautiful cottages in the most amazing grounds.Had everything you could need and more.Great location to visit lots of lovely villages.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay in a great location for what we wanted to do.

Wonderful stay in a great location for what we wanted to do. Lovely grounds in which I came across a deer on a morning stroll. Owners gave all info needed a couple days before and very nice to talk to while we were there. Would definitely stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is one of the nicest holiday cottages we’ve stayed in.

This is one of the nicest holiday cottages we’ve stayed in.Absolutely lovely, has everything you need and the location is great.Found some wonderful pubs to eat in with amazing food and enjoyed exploring the local area.We would certainly return.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

The cottage was lovely and spacious with very comfortable beds.

The cottage was lovely and spacious with very comfortable beds. Plenty of room to sit around the table or relax around the coffee table. We had a very enjoyable family weekend.I couldn't rate it as 5 star because the sink in the bathroom wouldn't drain at all which became a problem over the weekend despite discussing with the owners.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Barn Renovation Cottage in Beautiful Countryside

This property is exactly as represented. Lovely renters who were very helpful. Quiet property with beautiful garden. Well appointed kitchen. Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice place - friendly chickens in the gardens as well (eggs we were provided we were yummy as well),

Nice place - friendly chickens in the gardens as well (eggs we were provided we were yummy as well), thank you. Situated between Cirencester & Stroud - we were able to use as a base to get out and about and view some local National Trust places. Also visited the Corinium museum in Cirencester - highly recommend, we visited on a wet day, which made it even more appealing! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent very roomy cottage with delightful owners.

Excellent very roomy cottage with delightful owners. Just won downside that they don't provide logs for the fire (log pile outside the door), which would have been nice, but I guess a lot of people don't know how to light wood stoves these days. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely restful week at The Downs Barn Lodge.

We had a lovely restful week at The Downs Barn Lodge. The owners, Lucinda & Julian, were charming and helpful; we could not have asked for more. The location is fantastic with far reaching views from the beautiful grounds. The only downside was the slight traffic noise but this did not detract from our overall impression. This is a special place where you can leave the car and enjoy the immediate area. We left feeling totally rejuvenated. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning cottage in an ideal location for visiting the Cotswolds villages.

Stunning cottage in an ideal location for visiting the Cotswolds villages. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A lovely well equipped property which was very clean with nice bedrooms and a lovely living/kitchen/

A lovely well equipped property which was very clean with nice bedrooms and a lovely living/kitchen/dinner. Ideal for holidays. Good base is you want to see Gloucester, Stroud and Cirencester. There was a nice coffee shop very near but unfortunately there was no pub in walking distance.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely weekend at the Downs Barn Lodge, very comfortable, a home away from home.

We had a lovely weekend at the Downs Barn Lodge, very comfortable, a home away from home. My only concern was that the heating was hard to control and it was quite chilly. Although there was plenty of wood there was no kindling to light the fire, it would be nice to provide initial fuel for the fire as the cottage was quite cold without it. We saw the chickens but sadly the ducks were no longer around. A little welcome pack would also be very helpful. But overall we had a very nice break.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Had a lovely stay .

Had a lovely stay . Well equipped lodge with all you need. Especially appreciatec lovely quality bedding . Good location . Farm shop very nice . Frampton Mansell a short walk away . Lovely pub there. Nice touch was of a bottle of wine and some choccies left as a welcome gift .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A simply stunning cottage, beautifully presented with contemporary touches.

A simply stunning cottage, beautifully presented with contemporary touches. Very clean and comfortable and set in lovely grounds belonging to the main house.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

The cottage was very comfortable and very well located.

The cottage was very comfortable and very well located. Owners were very nice and helpful. The only couple of improvements would be the cleanliness of the head shower in the bathroom and the fact that it dropped water in the middle of the night waking me up several times. Also, it would have been great if there was a bbq available. In that awesome garden it would be nice to have one.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

E

Excellent accommodation in a lovely setting
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A really lovely barn in a fantastic part of the world.

A really lovely barn in a fantastic part of the world. Disappointing that it’s advertised as dog friendly, but when you get there dogs need to be on a lead and unable to run around the garden as it isn’t enclosed, it also has 5 chickens which again wander around making sitting out unpleasant. Very friendly owners and I would recommend, but for the dog element which was a disappointment.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Downs Barn Lodge is a very pleasant cottage with everything you could require.

The Downs Barn Lodge is a very pleasant cottage with everything you could require. It is set in a lovely garden and is warm and comfortable. The owners, Lucinda and Julian, were extremely helpful and had put a lot of thought into making their visitors' stay an enjoyable one. We would definitely recommend the cottage to anyone visiting this stunning area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

G

Great property and location!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A great little Barn in a ideal position and practical for persons with limited mobility.

A great little Barn in a ideal position and practical for persons with limited mobility.