Salt House Berkeley

Salt House is in Berkeley, right at the end of the castle's private drive. It's detached, so it's just you and the garden. The house is 18th century Georgian, so the rooms are big and the ceilings are high. It's been renovated, so everything works, but you'll still see the old bones of the place.

It sleeps fourteen people. There are seven bedrooms and five bathrooms, so it's practical for a group that size. It has a 5 Star rating, which means it's well-equipped and comfortable.

The kitchen, dining, and living area are all open plan. You can all be in the same space without feeling crowded. The furniture is decent, all sourced from local places.

You're a few minutes' walk from the centre of Berkeley. There's a shop, a couple of pubs, and Berkeley Castle is right there. It's a proper Norman castle. Berkeley Castle is worth a visit. So is Dr Jenner's House, if you're interested in medical history.

For a day out with children, Cattle Country Farm Park is on the edge of town. For a more scenic trip, you're on the edge of the Cotswolds. Stroud is about twenty minutes by car. It has a good market and some interesting shops. Cirencester is a bit further, maybe forty minutes. It's busier, with more shops and restaurants.

For walking, the Cotswold Way is a short drive away. Cheltenham is about half an hour for parks and shopping. If you want a city day, Bristol and Gloucester are both within a thirty to forty minute drive.

Facilities: there's parking on site, wifi, TVs, and all bedding and towels are included. It's family friendly, with cots and highchairs. You can bring up to two dogs.

If you need more space, you can book the neighbouring Brook House as well, so together they sleep up to thirty-two.

Useful links: Cotswolds.com for general area information and the National Trust for Gloucestershire for local properties.