1 / 24Rough Grounds Farmhouse
Lechlade, Gloucestershire
A traditional farmhouse for twelve on the edge of Lechlade in the Cotswolds, with a large fully enclosed garden that wraps round the house, a boot room for dogs and two dogs welcome.
Rough Grounds Farmhouse is a wonderful traditional farmhouse on the outskirts of Lechlade-on-Thames, and a dog friendly base for twelve people and two dogs in the Cotswolds. It stands in a peaceful rural spot surrounded by conservation woodland and wildflower meadows, and a stroll takes you into town for the traditional pubs and independent shops.
The large, fully enclosed garden wraps round the house, beautifully kept, with an extensive lawn for badminton, boules and volleyball. The patio, reached through the kitchen and dining room, has garden furniture and a fire pit, and two dogs can roam the lawn while dinner is eaten outside. Indoors, the utility area includes a boot room, described in the owners' own words as a perfect place for the dogs and for taking off muddy boots.
The hallway takes the coats, and the sitting room is furnished with total comfort in mind, with a wood burner for chilly nights. An AGA, with a separate electric oven and hob, anchors the fantastic open plan kitchen, and twelve sit comfortably at its dining table. Off the kitchen, a sunroom with floor to ceiling windows looks out over the garden, with a large corner seat and a Smart TV for the dogs to doze in front of, and a mezzanine above it sleeping two. A sixth bedroom sits downstairs; the principal en suite and three others share the first floor.
Lechlade sits at the southern edge of the Cotswolds, where the River Thames becomes navigable, and the dogs can walk the riverbank. Kelmscott Manor, home of William Morris, is 3 miles away and Buscot Park 6 miles, while Burford, Bibury and Cirencester are all easy days out.
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from £2,100 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 2 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Outside you will find the large, fully enclosed garden which wraps around the house
- Dog Facilities
- Drying room
- Sleeps
- 12 guests
- Rooms
- 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
- Price
- from £2,100 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Games, Open fire, Parking, Wifi
Rough Grounds Farmhouse from £2,100 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Rough Grounds Farmhouse dog friendly?
Yes, Rough Grounds Farmhouse welcomes up to two dogs. The garden is fully enclosed and wraps the entire way around the house, which makes it a genuinely secure space rather than just a fenced back lawn — a meaningful distinction when you have twelve people coming and going through different doors.
Are dogs allowed at Rough Grounds Farmhouse year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth getting in touch with the property directly to confirm availability for your dates. What's clear is that the setup is well suited to dogs at any time of year — there's a dedicated room at the door for wet dogs and muddy kit, and the farm's own conservation woodland and meadows mean you can head out for a morning walk without meeting a road first.
What should I know before visiting Rough Grounds Farmhouse with my dog?
Up to two dogs are welcome, so it's worth confirming the limit if you're travelling with more. The house has a practical boot room at the entrance that handles wet dogs before they reach the rest of the farmhouse, and the fully enclosed garden means dogs can move freely outside without the need for constant supervision. For walks beyond the farm, the Thames towpath at Lechlade is about a mile away and offers flat riverbank walking in both directions.
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Rough Grounds Farmhouse from £2,100 for 7 nights
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