The Cotswold village of Bibury was once described by William Morris as the ‘most beautiful village in England’. It's easy to see why. You'll recognise the honey-coloured stone weavers’ cottages on Arlington Row as they have appeared in films and feature in British passports. Just over an hour from Birmingham , this is an idyllic weekend retreat that feels a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Read more: 'Most beautiful village in England' is just a short drive down the M5 from Birmingham Read next: The Peak District cottage 'perfect for walking breaks' with a hot tub to unwind afterwards Pudding Hill Barn Cottage has a range oven and Aga-style hob for lazy Sunday mornings in an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room plus a selection of books and games to enjoy. Set in its own 'tranquil grounds' , there's a fenced dog walking field and access to a fishing hut with a wood-burner. The two bedroom cottage is described by Sykes Cottages as follows: " Pudding Hill Barn Cottage is in prime position for exploring beautiful Cotswolds villages and historic towns or visiting spectaculars: National Hunt Racing at the Cheltenham Festival, the world-famous Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at Fairford, Cheltenham Literary Festival, the King’s home at Highgrove, Tetbury. "The spacious cottage is beautifully decorated. It has a stylish, well-equipped kitchen, separate large pantry, cosy living-dining space - with a stone-flagged floor - and two beautifully furnished, comfortable double bedrooms with outstanding views. "Just imagine - peace and quiet , birdsong and dark skies. The birdwatching here is sensational with over 65 recorded species ranging from kingfishers to barn owls, egrets to goldcrests." Bibury village centre is a ¼ mile walk and, by car, Cirencester 6 miles, Burford 9 miles, Fairford 5 miles, Bourton on the Water 12 miles, Cheltenham 20 miles, Oxford 30 miles. Alternative ideas include Number 1 Blockley , near Moreton-in-Marsh, which has a wood-burner, two bedrooms and is dog-friendly. And, if you're looking for something bigger, Leafield Cottage in Brockworth sleeps 10 and has a garden and patio. It takes just under two hours to get to Bibury from Birmingham, traffic permitting, via the M5.