Formal borders and deep planting beds give way to wildflowers and spaces for quiet contemplation

Previously a steep, overgrown slope.

The aim: to connect the main house, annex and pool more harmoniously to the surrounding landscape. Introduce a generous greenhouse, a pool pavilion and a sunny terrace, while creating abundant beds for planting vegetables and cutting flowers, plus relaxed paths and seating areas to enjoy the garden.

Areas of more formal planting close to the main house and annex provide distinct spaces for separate entertaining or relaxed gatherings around the swimming pool. Meandering paths lead away to the vegetable and cutting garden and on to an extensive wildflower meadow, where gently mown routes and tucked-away places to pause and rest invite slow exploration.

View from the pool pavilion, perfect space to relax and dine
The pool terrace with sloped planting beds from the upper garden
Swimming pool and sun terrace
More formal lawn and planting between the new glass extension and the pool pavilion
The connection between the annex and the main house with Silver birches
Cotswold stone walls and steps up to the annex garden
Sinuous grass path leading up to the vegetable garden and wildflower meadow
Drystone retaining wall with roses from the terrace looking towards the pool pavilion
Swimming pool and planting beds from the glass extension on the main house
A spot to sit and relax looking over the pool and down the valley from the shade of the trees
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