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In the picturesque Cotswold countryside, Holly Cottage offers a relaxing retreat with its charming exposed brickwork and original beams. Unwind in the south-facing garden with fabulous views or by the wood burner in the sitting/dining room. The property features a well-equipped kitchen, Smart TV, and free WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71087 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautifully presented holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - Holly Cottage

Laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a fridge, and other amenities include a patio and a TV.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,087 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

620224

About the area

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Old Mill and Sezincote House & Garden are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and The Model Village. Birdland Park and Gardens and Dragonfly Maze are also worth visiting. Visit our Cheltenham travel guide
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Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Very cool town in the Cotswolds. This car is at the entrance to the car museum in Bourton on The Water.
    Cotswold Motoring Museum
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Model Village featuring a small town or village and a house
    The Model Village
    3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Bourton Model Railway Exhibition
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Birdland Park and Gardens
    3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Dragonfly Maze
    4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station
    22 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Willow
    14 min walk
  • The Old New Inn
    16 min walk
  • The Chip Shed
    16 min walk
  • Box Bush
    15 min walk
  • The Chestnut Tree
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully presented holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - Holly Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautifully presented holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - Holly Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully presented holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - Holly Cottage?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully presented holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - Holly Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully presented holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - Holly Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Cotswold Motoring Museum and Bourton Model Railway Exhibition. The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Beautifully presented holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - Holly Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage! Our family loved our stay here. The home is a short (and lovely) walk to the village. We enjoyed the open backyard and the house had everything we needed. The hosts were wonderful and made our stay one we will always cherish.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Family Stay

We stayed as a group of 6 (4 adults and 2 children, 5 and 3) and had a fantastic trip. The cottage was extremely clean and spacious with a great garden to relax and watch the children play. It is in a fantastic location, just a short walk in to Bourton, although it is a steep walk back up the hill. The hosts were very accommodating with excellent communication throughout. Would recommend a visit.

8/10 Good

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely property in a great location. Bedrooms are comfortable and you virtually have everything that you need in the property. The kitchen would benefit from having a microwave and some hi-ball glasses. I was reluctant to use the oven as it looks like it needs a good clean. Cobwebs need cleaning from the skylight windows and the ensuite bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay at cottage

Lovely to look out to field in the morning and see birds. Wonderful to have second reception room. Enjoyable couple of days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location

Really lovely cottage, great location. Used the what three words and found the cottage straight away. Angus and Kim were great in sorting out a small issue very efficiently. Would go back again.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christmas family getaway

We had the most incredible weekend away at the Holly Cottage. The beautiful, cosy and picturesque cottage made for a wonderful homely stay, equipped with an absolutely stunning Christmas tree! The cottage was clean, lots of information provided, great location & walking distance into Bourton On The Water and comfortable furnishings. The hosts were lovely and so helpful! We loved visiting this Cotswolds escape & we’re hoping to return next year!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Perfect countryside mini break

We stayed at the cottage for a long weekend on our first visit to the Cotswolds. The cottage was everything we had hoped for. It was well appointed, great location.. a short walk to Bouton on the water where we found some greet pubs and places to eat. The maze is a must - great fun even for adults! We were all very sad to leave and I wouldn’t hesitate to book again .
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8/10 Good

Lovely cottage

Amazing location only about a 10-15minute walk into Bourton, but be aware it is uphill on the way back. The oven trays and the coffee machine need a clean, but all of the glassware and crockery were fine. Overall a lovely cottage and great value for money, perfect for what we needed on a long weekend. In Bourton we would highly recommend The Croft for breakfast or a mulled wine, and The Cornish Bakery for a coffee and pastry!
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8/10 Good

Beautiful cottage

Cottage in an ideal place. Very steep hill coming back from Bourton to get back to the cottage. Cottage very dog friendly. Everything we needed. A little starter pack would have been ideal. Toilet downstairs aswell which was ideal. Mattress and pillows extremely soft. Nice family feel to the cottage. Owners approachable and friendly. Will be re booking.
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10/10 Excellent

Birthday weekend at Holly Cottage

We found the cottage with no problem. Loved the views down to Bourton and across the garden and beyond. Everything we asked for was ready - kitchen, coffee maker, dishwasher, high chair, clean, comfortable bedding, great showers, downstairs loo. The cottage is old and stairs were a bit narrow but my grandsons loved it. When the sun came out we played outside and watched the birds. Walking down the hill to Bourton was easy, only took a few minutes and we explored the public footpath back up. A lovely place to stay.
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8/10 Good

Joanne Fraser

Cotswolds wedding

Booking process and pre-stay information was spot on, can't fault it. Great location for Bourton-on-the-Water, Burford, Cirencester etc. We stayed at the cottage as we had a family wedding in Burford which is only a short drive away. Bourton-on-the-Water is a beautiful village, lots to do and see. The cottage has rustic charm with lots of great features i.e. an abundance of plate and glassware and nice touch having a canteen of cutlery for use. The cottage on the surface was fine; however, it is a bit tired and would benefit from a deep clean and better quality pillows. Apart from this we had a good stay, the cottage was lovely and warm and homely.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage just up the hill from Bourton-on-the-Water

Lovely cottage. Exactly as listed. Part of the week was with friends, and there was plenty of space for all four of us. The other part was just us, and it was nice to spread out. Our senior dog was with us the entire time. He loved the garden. We used our car to get to Bourton-on-the-Water just because it was easier with the dog, but it is a 15-20 minute walk, not bad. Kitchen has all the essentials. Everything was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Natalie W.

First visit to Cotswolds

We had a lovely stay at Holly cottage. It was in a great location for walking down the quiet road to the village centre, the road is quite steep to walk back up though. The outside area was great for our 2 smallish dogs to have a run around. The boot room as you walk in is a fantastic asset with a downstairs toilet and lots of hooks for hanging coats, dog lead etc. Kitchen was very well equipped but there wasn’t a microwave. (We don’t use a microwave very often anyway) The cottage was roomy and clean. We had to stream TV, this is not something I’m used to, but got the hang of it. We gave the loft room and en-suite to our daughter to use to give her, her own space. My husband and I stayed in the double room. There wasn’t any storage in that room so had to use the wardrobe in the twin room which was fine but could have been awkward if someone was in there. The double bed we didn’t find very comfortable - a bit creaky, so we tried the twin beds but they were worse so back to the double we went. Our daughter did say her king bed was very comfortable. The stairs need to be taken with caution and the saniflo toilet in the loft can sometimes run too long, running a little water down the basin stops it. All in all we had a good stay and would stay again. The small issues didn’t bother us but might be useful to others. Also the window in the upstairs sitting area doesn’t close completely - needs looking at before winter sets in.
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10/10 Excellent

James S.

A wonderful cottage in the Cotswolds

We had a fantastic weekend at Holly Cottage - everything was exactly as we hoped so we really couldn't ask for more thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely area and cottage

Great overall. As advertised in the photos. No complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

6/10 Okay

Holly cottage

Cottage was relatively clean and tidy. But the garden had several dog excrements from the previous visitors! That hadn’t been cleaned up. The beds could definitely doing with re-placing the mattressses, And the cupboard underneath the sink is hanging off. Also the rubbish from the previous week was left for us to put out on the Tuesday. Just little things that could be put right, that would make this charming 200 year old cottage better.
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10/10 Excellent

Holiday at Holly Cottage

Everything we asked for and more. Lovely cottage with very comfortable beds. Nice and warm so we sat out in the garden. 5 mins drive to the village. Lovely pubs and restaurants to enjoy.
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8/10 Good

Holly S.

Nice cottage in a good location

The cottage was nice but smaller than it looked so was a squeeze for five, especially in the living area and kitchen. The en-suite shower was particularly cosy which could be troublesome for many. It was in close proximity to the town but the cottage is on a steep hill which resulted in us driving on most occasions. The beds were also on the soft side but that’s personal preference. On the whole a really enjoyable weekend and due the weather, we got the opportunity to spend most of the time sitting outside in the sun.
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6/10 Okay

Holly Cottage Stay

Overall the cottage was fine. However it was unusual not to find a microwave or hairdryer. The kitchen was clean (except oven tray that had been left dirty)but the house needed a bit more TLC. We were surprised to find dead house plants in en-suite and all others were in need to severe watering. The floorboards were lovely but noise level very disruptive in the first floor at night.

10/10 Excellent

Margit J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025