A romantic weekend in the Cotswolds
- Martin Bushnell
- Jan 4
- 2 min read

There’s a certain moment that defines a romantic weekend in the Cotswolds.
It’s not the drive there, or even the first glimpse of rolling hills — it’s the moment you stop rushing. When the car is unpacked, the kettle is on, and the world beyond the valley seems to soften and fade away.
That moment is what Oldner Barn was created for.
Arriving somewhere quieter
Tucked into gentle countryside, Oldner Barn offers something increasingly rare: space to slow down. The kind of place where time feels unimportant and the simplest pleasures take centre stage; morning coffee in silence, long walks with no destination, evenings lit by candlelight and firelight.
The Cotswolds has long been associated with romance, but its true magic lies in its stillness. Stone villages, winding lanes and open skies create a sense of calm that invites connection not just with each other, but with yourself.
Days shaped by ease
A romantic weekend here doesn’t need an itinerary.
Wake naturally. Linger over breakfast. Wander through nearby villages or explore footpaths that lead only to views and quiet moments. Pause often. Talk more. Do less.
And when you return, Oldner Barn is waiting warm, welcoming and intentionally uncluttered. A place to read, to nap, to simply be.
Evenings made for togetherness
As the light fades, the barn transforms. Soft lighting, gentle warmth and the quiet of the countryside create an atmosphere that feels deeply intimate.
Sink into the private hot tub under open skies. Watch steam rise as the day slips away. Share a glass of something you love. Let conversation drift.
This is the kind of romance that doesn’t shout it settles in quietly and stays with you.
A place that lingers
Many guests say the same thing as they leave: “We feel calmer.”
Perhaps it’s the landscape. Perhaps it’s the slower rhythm. Or perhaps it’s something older the sense that this valley has always been a place where life moves gently.
A romantic weekend in the Cotswolds isn’t about doing more...it’s about feeling more.
And that’s exactly what Oldner Barn offers.


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