The Cotswolds is an area of outstanding natural beauty, and it is clear why so many people want to live here in order to get away from the daily grind and pollution of city life.
Whether you are looking to buy a house or build one yourself with the help of a local company like Cheltenham builders, here are some of the places that are worth investigating if you are planning to move to the Cotswolds…
Moreton in Marsh – Interesting antique shops, tea rooms and pubs line the main street of Moreton in Marsh, and every Tuesday, on market day there are plenty of local sellers to investigate, where you can get everything from fresh fruit and veg to locally produced honey and jams.
With plenty of country walks to enjoy in the area, this is a great place to live if you enjoy the laid-back pace of village life.
Stow on the Wold – Home to one of the oldest pubs in England, the Porch house, as well as the fact that there are lots of local shops, if you want to enjoy village life and also have what you need on the doorstep, this is the place for you. It is popular with families as it is near to many excellent schools too.
Bourton on the Water – This is a popular tourist destination as well as an idyllic place to live. The river Windrush makes its way through the middle of the village and in the summer months kids and adults alike enjoy getting into the calm waters to cool off. With local shops and attractions, it is a great place to live if you want to enjoy village life but do be aware that it can get very busy in the summer with tourists.
Painswick – The picture perfect village of Painswick looks like it hasn’t changed much at all over the years. The Cotswold stone buildings and narrow cobbled streets make this one of the most beautiful villages to live in the UK. In addition to this you have Stroud nearby where you can enjoy the vibrant bustling farmers market on a Saturday, as well as Painswick beacon, with far reaching views over the Cotswolds and Gloucester.