"Kate has a great eye for decor and all kinds of original art."
Julia from United Kingdom
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"For breakfast, Kate made a sourdough loaf which was delicious & you could help yourself too."
Toni O
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"The house is very pretty and very well located."
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3-star guest house with homemade breakfast and hot tub in Stroud
Amenities
The guest house has a hot tub and a spa lounge/relaxation area for guests. Free parking is available on the street in front of the property. Board games and puzzles are provided in the communal spaces, and there is a designated smoking area outdoors.
Rooms
Two guest rooms are offered: a Double Room with Garden View and a Deluxe Double Room. Each room has a work desk and wardrobe, with garden views from the double room. The Deluxe Double Room includes a large bay window and a painted wall mural; both rooms share a bathroom across the landing.
Dining
A continental buffet breakfast is served with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available. Breakfast includes homemade sourdough bread, homemade granola, and homemade jams, along with fresh juice and fruits. Guests help themselves from the kitchen at a flexible time.
Outdoor Spaces & Wellness
The garden has an outdoor fire pit, sun umbrellas, and outdoor furniture for seating. A sun terrace with loungers is open to guests. The hot tub in the garden provides a relaxing soak, and the spa lounge offers indoor relaxation space.
Location
Balcarres is on a quiet residential street, 10 to 15 minutes walk from Stroud town centre and train station. Nearby attractions include the Cotswolds (7 km), Little Fleece Bookshop (6 km), and Gloucester Cathedral (17 km). Free street parking is available directly outside the property, and Bristol Airport is 66 km away.
Highlights
Breakfast: Homemade sourdough, granola, jams with vegan/GF options
Wellness: Hot tub, spa lounge, outdoor fire pit
Rooms: Garden view rooms with shared bathroom
Location: 10 min walk to Stroud centre, near Cotswolds