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The Wheatsheaf Inn

  • Where:
  • Why:To live that rustic country life, even if only for a night.
  • When:May 2014
  • Who:Me and my boo.
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The Wheatsheaf Inn The rolling English hills.

The rolling English hills.

The Wheatsheaf Inn Local snacks.

Local snacks.

The Wheatsheaf Inn The small, cozy, and perfectly formed bedroom.

The small, cozy, and perfectly formed bedroom.

The Wheatsheaf Inn Luxurious robes and ambient lighting.

Luxurious robes and ambient lighting.

The Wheatsheaf Inn Basking in the bath – most highly recommended.

Basking in the bath – most highly recommended.

The Wheatsheaf Inn
The Wheatsheaf Inn The inside of the garden bar.

The inside of the garden bar.

The Wheatsheaf Inn The grassy roof.

The grassy roof.

The Wheatsheaf Inn The snug – note that they will kindly deliver chocolate cake and whisky to you as you lounge.

The snug – note that they will kindly deliver chocolate cake and whisky to you as you lounge.

The Wheatsheaf Inn Quaint local sight-seeing.

Quaint local sight-seeing.

The Wheatsheaf Inn The ivy-laden front of the inn.

The ivy-laden front of the inn.

Highs & Lows

  • The Wheatsheaf Inn really is the perfect mix of British countryside coziness without being too twee or contrived.

  • The in-house restaurant is seasonal British comfort food at its finest.

  • Attentive and friendly staff – they really do cater to your every need.

  • Delicious locally sourced breakfast included in the price. Think farm fresh eggs and green juice for the health conscious.

  • It really would be nice if there was an actual mini bar in the room.

  • The room got quite hot at night, some sort of fan would have been appreciated.

The Barometer

  • Design

  • Website

  • Environmental Consciousness

  • Night's Sleep

  • Service

  • Amenities

  • Takeable Treats

  • Refer a Friend

  • Overall Value

  • Life Changing

Total: 42/50

Important Bits

  • Type

    Cotswolds pub/revamped coaching inn.

  • Vibe

    Landed gentry with a touch of rock and roll (there’s a painting of Kate Moss by Sebastian Kruger in the dining room).

  • Location

    In the heart of Northleach, a small Cotswolds market town set amongst an idyllic background of rolling green hills.

  • Rooms

    14

  • Music

    Reggae, reggae, reggae.

  • Year Opened

    March 2011

  • Designed By

    The owners, Sam and Georgie Pearman.

  • Health & Wellness

    No, but they do have a spa treatment room in the garden.

  • Restaurant

    Yes, and all of the food is locally sourced and seasonal. It is most delicious!

  • Bar

    Yes, the Wheatsheaf is a pub so it has a great bar filled with a mixture of loyal Cotswolds locals and hotel guests - not to mention a fine array of whiskeys, wines, and local ciders and beers.

  • Minibar

    No, but there is a little welcome basket of nuts and crisps.

  • Children

    Bring them, but you’ll probably have more fun if you leave them at home!

  • Price

    Fair when taking into consideration the killer breakfast that is included in the rate.

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