The Alms House East & West at Forthampton Estate

Forthampton, Gloucestershire
Self-catering
+44 (0)1684 293009
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Per night
£180 - £308
Per week
£1260 - £2154

6 beds

Bedroom

4 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 8

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

A pair of historic houses with far-reaching views of the Cotswold Hills and walks from the gate

Per night
£180 - £308
Per week
£1260 - £2154

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£180 - £308 per night

£1260 - £2154 per week

The Experience

These two restored almshouses designed by the great Arts and Crafts architect William Burges sit high on a hill with sweeping views. They’re so perfectly positioned that from one you can look out over the Malverns from the kitchen windows and the Cotswolds and Severn Vale from the sitting room.

Comfy sofas and chairs, books, games and warming wood-burners will tempt you to stay indoors. There are lots of thoughtful touches – a nature book records sightings of glow-worms, woodpeckers, rabbits and partridges and a guestbook gives you a history of this fascinating area.

Up the narrow stairs, four comfortable bedrooms (two doubles, two twins that can be converted to king-size beds) continue those amazing views. Two spacious bathrooms on the ground floor have underfloor heating, walk-in showers and lovely roll-top baths, perfect for a long soak after a bracing walk.

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We think you'll love

  • Staying in such a tranquil, rural location but being close to Elgar country, the Welsh borders, Cheltenham and Gloucester
  • The sense of the past – there’s an ancient well in the front garden and the houses are full of antiques, original art and old photos (one of the owner’s ancestors was an early amateur photographer)
  • Those spectacular panoramic views
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You should know

  • The houses are next to a church (and a graveyard), so there are weekly services and occasionally other events such as weddings and funerals
  • You can load and unload your car at the house, but will need to park a short way down the hill

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £180
Weekly price
from £1260
Damage deposit
£500
1 Estate for 8
From £1806 beds4 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
4pm
Check out
10.30am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights on weekends, 4 nights on weekdays.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Dogs

Dogs welcome. Dog bowls & towels provided.

Reviews

What a gorgeous place! The Alms House West & East is a stunning, historic gem in tranquil Gloucestershire. With absolutely incredible 360 views of the Malvern Hills and Cotswolds, it offers a unique stay. Surrounded by nature and history, it's a perfect retreat for peace, beauty, and a touch of history. Great location to explore surrounding areas too.
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Location

The neighbourhood

You're in the middle of Forthampton village, part of the historic Forthampton Estate. Tewkesbury (four miles) with its medieval abbey is worth a visit, and the Baptist church is said to be the oldest in England. For pubs try The Lower Lode Inn, The Hunters Inn, Corse Lawn House Hotel and Michelin-starred The Butcher’s Arms in Eldersfield, all within a 15-minute drive. Visit Cheltenham’s beautiful Pittville Pump Room (13 miles).

Local points of interest from Anabel Mackinnon

  • Architecturally significant local buildings – Tewkesbury Abbey and the oldest baptist church, Odda's Chapel (804 AD), Gloucester Cathedral.
  • Eastnor Castle – Good for dog walks, stately home, children's playground, maze, café, various summer festivals (chilli, music and steam), 'Landover Experience'.
  • Ledbury – Quality eateries from cafés to high-end restaurants, boutique interior and gift shops, voted the UK's 4th Prettiest Town in the Telegraph 2023.
  • Malvern Hills (AONB, SSSI) – Lovely walks with amazing views, home of Edward Elgar, spa town with cafés, gift shops, theatre, setting for the 14th-century poem 'Piers Plowman'.
  • Cheltenham – Beautiful spa town with cafés and high-end restaurants, home of the famous racecourse and festivals – literature, jazz, music and science.
  • The Cotswold Hills – Perfect day trip (one hour away), attractions such as Broadway, Stow, Chipping Campden, Highgrove, and Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm Shop.