The Green, Snitterfield, Stratford-Upon-Avon

Nestled along a quiet lane in the heart of the pretty village of Snitterfield, The Retreat is a charming home with two double bedrooms, plus a third room thats is a dedicated dressing room which could easily be converted back to a nursery or study, cosy lounge and contemporary kitchen, there’s even a home office in the garden with idyllic views.

Set back from the lane, you’ll discover a real sense of welcoming homeliness as soon as you park your car and meander through the front garden. Shoulders drop and there’s a palpable air of relaxation as you step into the spacious entrance hall.

Dating back to the 1800s, this characterful home boasts exposed beams and original features, whilst the tasteful décor features a muted Farrow & Ball colour palette throughout. The Retreat perfectly transcends the seasons and offers something deliciously different as the months come and go.

In cooler climes, the exposed brick fireplace and roaring log burning fire in the living room will draw you in with its promise of cosy nights ahead. There’s a natural wooden floor underfoot, and period beams overhead, complete with quirky farm-style doors.

The bright and modern kitchen with top-notch integrated appliances features solid worktops and and seamless integrated sink with filtered water on tap. Enjoy a leisurely brunch together in the dining area, a catch up with friends over coffee, and supper in the evening. It’s a versatile space that works for every occasion, night or day, and is enhanced further by stylish details in keeping with its origins, such as the stable door, which leads out onto the pretty cottage garden.

Making your way upstairs, your feet will sink into sumptuous carpets. Here you’ll find two double bedrooms, their high ceilings and calming feature walls adorned with exposed beams, and a separate, bespoke, dressing room, crafted by an acclaimed Warwick based interior designer.

Don a white, fluffy robe and set the mood in the bathroom for pure relaxation. Switch your phone to silent and wallow in the deep, freestanding tub. Need a quick start? The capacious walk-in shower takes care of early mornings with a rainfall experience that’s second to none.

On balmy days, there’s no better place to be than in the established, wonderfully private garden, where the stage is set for convivial entertaining and al fresco dining on the patio areas well into the evening.

There’s a magical outlook from the garden home office onto rolling fields, where you can spot local wildlife, including deer and their fawns. No surprise then that The Retreat is set within the natural beauty of a conservation area. Bi-fold doors lead onto the upper patio area, providing another lovely spot for a sundowner or two. Warmed by a Smeg heater and fully equipped with electrics and broadband connectivity, it would also make a wonderful gym, home bar or studio, or simply a great space to enjoy a summer of sport.

To the front is a lovely lawned front garden and parking for one car.

When you fancy exploring the great outdoors, there’s an array of countryside walks including The Monarch’s Way quite literally on your doorstep, so grab your Le Chameau boots, and possibly a pooch, and take in a gastropub or two along the way.