Previously a Victorian schoolhouse built in 1854 by the local brewery, The Old School has been “sympathetically converted” to retain many of its original features and decorated in the historic yet luxurious style we know you’re already picturing.

Guests can pick between four en-suite rooms and can enjoy beautiful, private sitting rooms which feature dramatic, Tudor-like black beams and stained-glass windows.

After closing as a nursery in the late Nineties, owner Wendy Veale masterfully renovated the building and was keen to make food a large focal point of her new venture, having previously worked as a food stylist for TV shows and magazines.

Indeed, The Old School serves up a decadent spread. Offering not only hearty breakfasts and four-course dinners but even picnic hampers for those looking to explore the surrounding countryside.

Speaking to Country Living, Veale regaled the passion she’s poured into her project, and the pride she feels in doing so.

“As other worthy B&B owners will know, it’s a jolly hard job, requiring stamina and a big smile and I do it with pride, welcoming guests from all corners of the world ‘back to school’, our lovely home here in the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England,” she said.

She also noted how important she thinks it is to show her guests the meaning of true, English hospitality, which we’re delighted to hear means lots of cake.

“I have lived in the Cotswolds for over 40 years now and enjoy showcasing our outstanding countryside, ensuring our guests day starts and ends experiencing true traditional English hospitality - always lots of cake involved!”, she added.

This gorgeous B&B in the Cotswolds has been named best in Europe