Hope Orchard B&B

The first light through Cotswold stone windows catches on apple trees still heavy with fruit, and you wake to birdsong instead of traffic — this is orchard country, proper Gloucestershire quiet just outside the bustle of Cheltenham.

Hope Orchard suits anyone after a soft landing in the Cotswolds: couples exploring the spa towns and market villages, walkers heading for the Cotswold Way, or families wanting a comfortable base with a bit of garden space. You've got both traditional B&B rooms in the main house and a camping pod if you fancy something a bit more adventurous without going full canvas. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so worth a call ahead if you're bringing one. Cheltenham's Regency terraces and restaurant scene are close enough for an evening out, but you're tucked into greenery here.

It's small-scale and personal rather than a full working campsite — ask about campfires when you arrive, as it depends on conditions and pitch. Open all year, which makes it useful for spring race-goers or autumn leaf-peepers. Expect a genuinely homely feel and a proper cooked breakfast if you're in the main house.