A contemporary reimagining of a Cotswold farmhouse. This seven-bedroom country home for rent is surrounded by ancient woodland and patchwork fields.

A flagstone entrance hall and sweeping cantilevered staircase set a grand scene while thoughtful details soften the scale: hand-painted murals wash the walls, armchairs flank a fireplace, and a piano stands ready to soundtrack everyday life.

This sense of warmth and welcome extends to the living spaces. A formal reception room is all inviting textures and innumerable sofas. The accompanying dining room leans dramatic – its black ceiling creates a theatrical setting for gatherings around a commanding circular table for 14. Elsewhere a cosy snug and separate playroom carve out dedicated spaces for all the family.

A soothing interior palette continues into seven serene bedrooms, designed for switching off. Every detail is selected to soothe, from soft carpets to hand-painted wallpaper and upholstered beds. The standout principal suite is calming and capacious – complete with an expansive dressing room and roll-top bath. Other bedrooms are each served by their own bathrooms, united by lashings of marble, classic styling and walk-in showers.

The undulating landscape is never far from view here, with nothing but fields for as far as the eye can see. Perfect your serve with a game of tennis, then take a dip in the pool to cool off. Explore the stables and paddock – or kick back in the pool house, which features a further bedroom suite in addition to an open-plan kitchen and living area. Beyond the farm’s sweeping plot, the surrounding countryside speaks of bracing walks and cosy country pubs.