We chose Mercia House as the base to celebrate a significant anniversary. It is an amazingly atmospheric and deceptively large mid 1500's cottage in the centre of Winchcombe, and was lavishly extended in 2018 to blend modern wood and glass with the ancient original structure to comprise a superbly effective and very comfortable whole. Our family group of eight was blown away by the architectural impact of the living areas, with each of the four bedrooms having a stylish en-suite bath/shower, with one more downstairs. It was warm and cosy with superb views over the Cotswold countryside from the elevated rear. Lots of walks nearby easily accessed. Excellent Italian restaurant (La Vecchia Banca) in Bishops Cleeve. The house was impeccably clean throughout, and the housekeeper Samii was friendly, very helpful and responsive. Car parking was private and realistically provided space for two cars, but there is plenty of overflow in nearby car parks. Take care with the steps up from the parking to the rear access when it's wet/frosty. On arrival it's best to unload quickly in front of the property, after first opening up at the back to unlock the front door.