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18th century period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds with garden - Lavender Cottage, Bourton

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace

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Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Place, The Model Village
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cotswold Motoring Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Birdland Park and Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of River Windrush and The Model Village. .This family-friendly cottage is 12.6 mi (20.2 km) from Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cotswold Motoring Museum.

What's nearby

  • River Windrush - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Model Village - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bourton Model Railway Exhibition - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 21 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old New Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Willow - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Chestnut Tree - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Mousetrap Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

18th century period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds with garden - Lavender Cottage, Bourton

Lavender Cottage is a beautifully presented Cotswold stone period property, which sleeps four guests, in two well-appointed bedrooms, with a modern family bathroom. On the ground floor you have a stylish sitting room which leads into the well equipped kitchen/dining area with direct access to the peaceful garden, boasting plenty of outdoor seating, perfect for those warmer months. Dating back to the 18th century, the interior has a wealth of character features, including wooden beams, exposed Cotswold stone walls and a stone fireplace with an electric flame effect stove, perfect for those cosy nights in!

Accommodation
This two bedroom holiday cottage in Bourton-on-the-Water is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Kitchen/dining room
Sunny dual aspect room with garden views, exposed stone feature wall, electric oven with gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cafetiere, washing machine/tumble dryer and a dining table with seating for four

Sitting room
A warm & inviting space with wooden beams, exposed Cotswold stone walls, Cotswold stone fireplace with electric flame effect stove, two two-seater Chesterfield sofas, Freeview TV with DVD player, iPod docking station, CD player, selection of books, maps, DVDs, CDs, magazines and games

First floor

Master bedroom (Sleeps 2)
Stunning garden views, king size bed, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers and a window seat

Family bathroom
Far-reaching views towards the river, walk-in shower, loo and basin

Second floor

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Eye-catching views across the rooftops and countryside beyond, original oak beams, two single beds, built-in wardrobe and cupboards for storage, chair and mirror

Outside
Well maintained front garden, spilt over three tiers and home to two bistro tables with seating for four and a shed, shared with two neighbouring cottages, provides storage for two bicycles. Surrounded by mature shrubbery and striking clematis which covers the exterior of the cottage and blossoms in the warmer months. Please note that although the garden is private, right of access to the shared shed is permitted for neighbours.

The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is four guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by one additional infant (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided
Free on-street parking directly outside cottage gate & there is some limited street parking available in Bourton-on-the-Water, however guests may prefer to park in the main village car park (Pay & Display), a short walk away from the property
1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided)
1 small dog (no larger than a Cocker Spaniel and no less than a year old) is welcome for an additional £40 per booking. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
Strong WiFi (Download speed 51.1 Mbps/Upload speed 9.71 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception is generally OK
Freeview TV with DVD player
Enclosed garden
Gas central heating system
There are some narrow steep stairs and low beams within the property
Steep stairs with reduced head height lead directly into bedroom 2, and therefore guests may need to duck to enter the room
Steep stairs lead directly into bedroom 2, and therefore guests with young children should carefully assess if the property is suitable for them
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property

Things to Note...
Please note that Lavender Cottage is best suited to peaceful, family-style stays. Please take consideration whilst booking as the property is not appropriate for parties, hen or stag groups, or events of any kind
Commercial and work related bookings are not permitted
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

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: 646 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

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18th century period holiday cottage in the Cotswolds with garden - Lavender Cottage, Bourton Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Great for a small family gathering & adventure in the Cotswolds.Tranquil stay but mind your head.

We loved our stay at the Lavender Cottage. It was cozy and warm. Tall people beware of low doorways though.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful

Cottage was spotless and in an ideal location. Television had no aerial, could only watch catch up TV through apps which wasn’t a major issue but if you wanted to watch the news or settle down of a night to watch soaps etc was disappointing. Parking was ok for us as we managed to get a space but I can imagine in the summer this would be really difficult and would cause a problem for some. We will definitely return but would look at other accommodation if in the summer due to parking.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good location

Great location in the heart of the village. Lovely cottage. Good value for money. Parking a bit tricky although pay carparks are within walking distance.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

A weekend family break

This lovely little cottage was cosy, clean and well appointed in an ideal position.Great for a break
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short stay

Beautiful cottage, very well equipped with everything you could need. Had a little issue with the heating but after emailing it was rectified immediately. Would highly recommend and would stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Comfy stay in amazing location!

What a great stay at Lavender cottage, we stayed for 3 nights recently with our toddler at it was so well set up. Great service and location too, just a short (beautiful) walk away from the town centre. It was so cosy and great with a kitchen and courtyard. We would definitely stay again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lavender cottage

Our stay at Lavender cottage was very comfortable. Had everything we needed and was in an excellent position within the village. Parking was very limited.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Perfect location beautiful cottage!

Loved our time in this charming cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

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

Great Location

Location was fantastic and the cottage had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice Cottage at Cotswold

Cosy, Clean and Quite Cottage and many attractions are nearby. I would love to come again and recommend this cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lavender Cottage

A lovely place to stay, very comfortable with all amenities close by. A great place to visit the Cotswolds from and nice to 'chill out' in the evenings in front of the fire. A real 'home from home' Being dog friendly a great bonus too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GARY P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful cottage and great location

Lovely cottage and clean, suitable for small families. Excellent location to the village shops and walks.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location

Lovely snug cottage, with a perfect little walk to the village, and to roam the streets. Lots of nice eating places.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Quaint Cottage

Thoroughly enjoyed out stay. The place was as expected, homey and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianna L.

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

Charming cottage

Lavender Cottage is absolutely lovely. It hardly seems real. Amazing location close to great restaurants and the adorable downtown, but quiet and just slightly tucked away. 10/10. We can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

Beautiful Cottage

The Cottage is beautiful, well equipped, in the perfect location and within walking distance to restaurants & shops within the village of Bourton on the Water.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Family break

Lovely location. Very cozy little cottage. Quite enjoyed sitting in the garden.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine F.

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

Wonderful Cottage!

In a very good location, and very cute! Parking could be tricky if you didn’t get lucky, but not a problem on our trip. Definitely on the smaller side, but for a couple of close friends it was really lovely!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Great location

This is a wonderful small cottage just steps away from the path along the stream in Bourton. It has a small windy staircase to the bedrooms that may trouble some but the house is warm cozy and well appointed. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dri

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

Lovely cosy cottage!

Had a wonderful stay! Although close to the main area it was very very quiet. On some rainy days I sat in and read a book . My favorite was sitting in the kitchen with the half door open listening to the birds and cows. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susann T.

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

Perfect getaway

This gem of a location was absolutely perfect to enjoy the Cotswolds. Even if you didn’t have a vehicle this is a great place to stay. Lots of walkable areas. Pubs 3 min walk away (our fav was Kingsbridge). Tons of quaint little shops. The cottage is set up for a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Excellent location

Nice and spacious cottage in an excellent location in the heart of Bourton. The decor could use a spruce and tidy up. But the location and amount of room you get makes the price worth it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lavender cottage

A little Gem in the heart of Bourton on the water but just far enough away from the hub to have the tranquility we loved. Would definitely return !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Lavender Cottage

The check in time at 5pm seemed late for an arrival time. For a short stay this made quite a difference. Parking also was interesting but overall a super location and good stay
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clean, cosy, perfect location

We had a wonderful weekend at lavender cottage. Everything was spotlessly clean on our arrival. The bedrooms were cosy and comfortable. Location is fantastic, just next to the river, quiet and peaceful. I will add if you’re coming with children to be aware the top floor room opens to steep stairs but our 5 year old managed fine! We look forward to staying again in the future.