Sleeps 10 | 5 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms listed | Outdoor pool | Private gym | 50 acres

Overview of Brookside Lodge

Brookside Lodge is a former Victorian hunting lodge in the small Cotswold village of Laverton, around 2.5 miles from Broadway. The current Toad Hall listing accommodates up to 10 guests in five bedrooms and combines substantial indoor living space with approximately 50 acres of surrounding countryside. Discover more large cottages near Broadway in Worcestershire here.

The main communal areas are particularly strong for a large group. A drawing room with an open fire and baby grand piano provides one sitting area, while a separate snug and media room gives the group another place to relax. The large vaulted kitchen and dining room has a five-oven Aga, steam oven, wood burner and a farmhouse dining table seating up to 14.

Outside, a walled garden contains the heated seasonal swimming pool and pool house, alongside a Cotswold-stone barbecue and covered dining area. The pool is currently available from the beginning of May until the end of September. A private gym occupies the converted stable block and includes a Peloton bike, Pilates reformer, kick-boxing ring and yoga equipment.

The wider grounds extend to around 50 acres, with the Winchcombe Way accessible from the bottom of the garden. Up to four dogs are welcome, secure parking and EV charging are provided and Broadway’s shops, restaurants and attractions are a short drive away.

Brookside Lodge at a Glance

Who is Brookside Lodge Best For?

Brookside Lodge works particularly well for families or groups of friends who want more than simply a large place to sleep. The pool, gym, extensive grounds and several communal rooms give the group plenty to do without leaving the property, while direct access to walking routes makes it particularly attractive for countryside breaks.

The bedroom arrangement also suits mixed-age groups. Four bedrooms have king-size, super-king or similar double accommodation, while the fifth is a bunk room. The ground-floor king-size bedroom and nearby shower room may help guests who prefer to avoid stairs, although anyone with specific accessibility requirements should check the detailed access statement before booking.

Why is Brookside Lodge a Great Large Holiday Home?

• Sleeps 10 in five permanent bedrooms.
• Seasonal heated outdoor swimming pool sits within a private walled garden.
• Approximately 50 acres of countryside surround the property.
• Private gym provides Peloton, Pilates, boxing and yoga equipment.
• Several separate living spaces give larger groups room to spread out.
• Ground-floor bedroom and shower room provide a useful alternative to upstairs accommodation.
• Up to four dogs are welcome.
• The Winchcombe Way can be joined directly from the bottom of the garden.

FAQs

How many people does Brookside Lodge sleep?

The current Toad Hall listing gives Brookside Lodge a maximum capacity of 10 guests in five bedrooms.

Does Brookside Lodge have a swimming pool?

Yes. There is a heated outdoor swimming pool in the walled garden. It is seasonal and is currently open from the beginning of May until the end of September.

Does Brookside Lodge have a gym?

Yes. A private gym in the converted stable block includes a Peloton bike, Pilates reformer, elliptical trainer, kick-boxing ring and yoga equipment.

Is Brookside Lodge dog friendly?

Yes. Up to four well-behaved dogs are welcome. Dogs are restricted to the ground floor and are not permitted on furniture or in bedrooms.

Does Brookside Lodge have EV charging?

Yes. Electric vehicle charging is available through a Pod Point charger and is included within the rental tariff.

How far is Brookside Lodge from Broadway?

Broadway is approximately 2.5 miles from the property and has restaurants, pubs, independent shops and the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway station.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at Brookside Lodge

Brookside Lodge has five bedrooms in the main house, with one bedroom on the ground floor and four upstairs. The permanent sleeping arrangement accommodates ten guests without using sofa beds or other communal spaces.

Group Accommodation Layout

How does the layout work for a group of 10?

Eight guests have conventional king-size or super-king accommodation, while the remaining two use the bunk bedroom.

This makes the property particularly well suited to families or mixed-age groups, although the bunk beds are full-size 3ft singles and may also work for adults who are comfortable with bunk accommodation.

The ground-floor four-poster bedroom has a shower room directly across the hall, giving two guests the option of sleeping and bathing without using the stairs.

Bathroom Layout

The current Toad Hall headline lists four bathrooms.

Its detailed accommodation description specifically identifies a ground-floor shower room, an en-suite bathroom to the master bedroom and a separate first-floor shower room. As the detailed description does not clearly identify the fourth bathroom, guests for whom the exact bathroom arrangement is important should confirm the current layout before booking.

Facilities & Information at Brookside Lodge

The main kitchen and dining room is designed for larger groups, with a five-oven Aga, Gaggenau steam oven, two dishwashers, American-style fridge-freezer and pantry. The farmhouse dining table seats up to 14.

The drawing room has an open fire, baby grand piano and Sonos system, while the separate snug and media room provides another television and seating area. Wood burners are also available in the entrance hall and kitchen/diner.

The walled garden contains the heated outdoor pool, pool house and a covered outdoor dining space beside a Cotswold-stone barbecue. Beyond the formal garden, guests can explore the wider estate and access the Winchcombe Way directly from the property.

A private gym is housed in the former stable block. Washing and drying facilities are provided and EV charging is available through a dedicated Pod Point charger.

Facilities

Facility	Details
WiFi	Included
Outdoor pool	Heated and seasonal
Private gym	Peloton, Pilates, boxing and yoga equipment
Dishwashers	2
Washing machine	Yes
Tumble dryer	Yes
Dining table	Seats up to 14
Multiple living rooms	Drawing room and separate snug/media room
Real fires	Open fire and wood burners
Garden	Formal gardens and wider grounds
Outdoor dining	Covered poolside dining area
Barbecue	Cotswold-stone barbecue
Dogs	Up to 4
Parking	Ample gated parking
EV charging	Pod Point charger
Horse facilities	Livery/paddocks available

Important Information

Maximum occupancy	10
Bedrooms	5
Bathrooms	4 listed
Dogs	Up to 4
Dog restrictions	Ground floor only; not on furniture or in bedrooms
Pool	Seasonal
Security deposit	£1,500 at time of research
Parking	Ample secure parking
EV charging	Included
Private catering	Can be arranged
Personal trainer	Can be arranged
Daily housekeeping	Available by arrangement
Preferred changeover	Friday
Check-in	4pm
Check-out	10am

Location & Things to Do Near Brookside Lodge

Brookside Lodge is in Laverton in the northern Cotswolds, around 2.5 miles from Broadway. The immediate setting is rural, with approximately 50 acres around the property and direct access to the Winchcombe Way for walks through the surrounding countryside.

Broadway is the main nearby destination and offers independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants. The village is also home to the Gordon Russell Design Museum and the northern terminus of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, which operates heritage services towards Cheltenham.

Closer to the property, Buckland Manor and The Mount Inn at Stanton are both within comfortable walking distance by footpath. Snowshill Manor is around two miles away, while Cotswolds Riding at Stanton and the Cotswold Shooting Ground provide additional activities close to the property.

Broadway Tower sits on nearby Beacon Hill and is one of the best-known landmarks in this part of the Cotswolds. Further afield, groups can visit Hidcote, Sudeley Castle and other Cotswold villages including Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh.

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