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Molly's Bit

(Ref. 1052494)

Church Westcote near Bourton-On-The-Water, Gloucestershire Show on map

4.8

Sykes rating

  • 3 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Broadband / WiFi

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65 Customer Reviews

  • "We had a great few days, the property was very conveniently situated close to Stow and Bourton."

    The hosts were friendly but not overly so. The property had everything that you would need for a stay and was very clean tidy and comfortable. You could tell that though had gone into decorating it as it wasn’t just basically kitted out but all matched and was very pretty. I would definitely recommend staying there and if visiting the Cotswolds again would want to stay again.

    Reviewed by Karen13.3Mar 2024

  • "We just had a short break at Molly's bit lovely cottage great location inn not ..."

    We just had a short break at Molly's bit lovely cottage great location inn not far away lovely Sunday carvery and you can take your dog would go back dawn and Kelvin and Molly the dog we're lovely couple yes i would recommend

    Reviewed by Pauline13.3Mar 2024

  • "Such a cosy, comfortable stay and we look forward to staying in the future."

    The owner greeted us with a little tour, some useful information and assured us that they were there if we needed anything. The property has everything you could need and the bonus of a lovely conservatory to relax in. It is superbly located to visit lots of lovely towns and villages and is quiet and peaceful. We wouldn't hesitate to visit again. Thank you.

    Thank you for your positive feed back and taking the time to do so. We are happy to hear your stay was a good one. Its always a pleasure to see people again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kim13.3Feb 2024

  • "Lovely place really friendly hosts it was perfect for catch up with family and friends"

    Reviewed by Margaret13.3Dec 2023

  • "Very friendly welcome, a lovely quiet location, really enjoyed our stay."

    Reviewed by Ruth13.3Nov 2023

  • "This is the third time we’ve stayed at Molly’s Bit."

    It is our first choice for accommodation when we visit the Cotswolds and only stay elsewhere if not available. Dawn and Kelvin are lovely hosts.

    Reviewed by Linda13.3Nov 2023

  • "A very comfortable stay."

    Friendly welcome. Pretty location with easy access to all the favourite places in the Cotswolds. Perfect set up to enjoy with our golden retriever.

    Hi thank you for the lovely feedback. Pls could you let us know what we could do better regards facilities and maintenance. We like to know how we can make improvements. Dawn Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ann12.5Nov 2023

  • "Warm and friendly welcome, all we needed for a short stay for a family event."

    Hi thanks for your lovely feedback. We noticed comfort wasn't 100 out of 100. We would appreciate a little more details so we can make changes to improve things for future guests. Thank you. Dawn Property Owner

    Reviewed by Simon12.5Nov 2023

  • "A very comfortable accommodation next to the owners home in the quiet village of Church Westcote."

    Ideally located for exploring the many towns and villages in the Cotswolds and the various attractions. On arrival we were greeted by the friendly owners who were most helpful. A thoroughly enjoyable week.

    Reviewed by Robert13.3Oct 2023

  • "Had a lovley warm welcome from Dawn and Kelvin and their lovely dog Molly - The ..."

    Had a lovley warm welcome from Dawn and Kelvin and their lovely dog Molly - The annexe is ideally placed for ease of visiting all the popular spots in Cotswolds Hiwever the accomodation is not up to the standard we are used to from Sykes - there was a lack of privacy in the conservatory so blinds were kepot shut, we could hear the movements and sounds from next door and tried to keep as quite as we could as we felt they could also hear us Whilst the accomodation was adequate it needs some maintenace and redecoration paticularly in the kitchen and bathroom where the paintwork is messy The photos do not show the front of the property or give an idea of how small the kitchen is - this would have deterred us from booking this property

    Thank you for your feed back. Im sorry things weren't as you expected. We will take on board your comments and try to improve things where possible. Property Owner

    Reviewed by R7.5Sep 2023

  • "Molly’s Bit is a cosy Annex offering everything we needed for our stay."

    The owners, Dawn and Kelvin were very welcoming. The location is fantastic, located close to all of the major places of interest. As it was the hottest week of the year during our stay we didn’t get to do everything we wanted. Great excuse for a return visit to Molly’s Bit.

    Reviewed by Carol13.3Sep 2023

  • "A lovely annexe, owners Dawn and Kelvin both greeted us on arrival but then did not intrude."

    Very friendly family who take pride in their holiday let. Would visit again and definitely recommend to others.

    Thank you. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Judith13.3Aug 2023

  • "I tried to cancel the ho,iday due to the passing of my wife several months earlier."

    Sykes point blank refused to do this, citing I had no insurance to do so. I was advised to move the date..............However, when I explained this on arrival, I brought someone else for the stay, the hosts could not do enough to ensure we received 4 nights money back, as we only stayed 3 out of 7. ...Thank you very much, both.......If I return I would book through the owners directly.....Lovely cottage. Clean,tidy and well appointed with friendly hosts who acted quickly. Would advise they make it clearer, signage wise, where the property is. Sat Nav took us to wrong house in village. Could not see from the road in raining conditions. Thank you both for a lovely three nights

    Reviewed by Simon13.3Jul 2023

  • "Second visit to Molly's Bit and it was just as perfect as the first one."

    Very welcoming hosts. Spotlessly clean. Attractively decorated and furnished. Conservatory overlooked a pretty garden. A relaxing environment. Very convenient location for visiting this part of the Cotswolds: 5 miles equidistant from Stow, Bourton and Burford. I hope to visit again in 2024.

    Thank you for your lovely comments. So pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again next year. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Yvette13.3Jun 2023

  • "Comfortable, cosy and welcoming."

    Everything provided in the kitchen etc that was needed. Excellent base to vist the quaint and quirky places in the Cotswalds. By accident left potatoes and onions there sorry.

    Reviewed by Rebecca13.3Jun 2023

  • "Dawn & Kelvin are wonderful hosts, nothing is too much for them, and Molly their dog is just loveable."

    Clean tidy accommodation with a welcome pack of milk, tea, coffee, my wife and I had a lovely relaxing honeymoon at their place. It's well situated to Burford, the Cotswold wildlife park, Burton on the water, Broadway and many other places, it's our 2nd stay there, and we look forward to returning in the future.

    Oh thanks Huw. So glad your stay was good. We were so happy that you came and finished your honeymoon with us. Must go out for that meal we talked about. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Huw13.3Jun 2023

  • "Our second time at Mollys Bit."

    We love it here, it’s is our first choice when staying in the Cotswolds. Everything perfect for us and the owners are so kind and welcoming. Will definitely return.

    Reviewed by Linda13.3May 2023

  • "Our 3rd visit to Molly's Bit."

    It's the perfect getaway. Top notch accommodation in the ideal location.

    Reviewed by Karen13.3May 2023

  • "The hosts, Dawn and kelvin were very wellcoming and friendly."

    The accomodation was spotless and had everthing that we needed, the location was perfect. Will certainly be back at some time in the future.

    Thank you for taking the time to give us your lovely feed back. Look forward to meeting you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gj13.3May 2023

  • "Lovely accommodation, and it couldn't be better placed as a convenient base to see the Cotswolds."

    We had a wonderful stay, and the property is thoroughly recommended!

    Thank you for your positive feed back glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anthony13.3Apr 2023

  • "Very clean and comfortable, very welcoming host, perfect base for exploring the surrounding area."

    Approval by Molly ensured a good holiday for ourselves and our dogs.

    Reviewed by Garry13.3Apr 2023

  • "Ideal property for a couple with dogs and/or small child."

    It was spacious and comfortable located in a tiny quiet village ideally situated for touring in the Cotswolds. The hosts were very friendly and helpful and the property included every home comfort.

    Reviewed by Marilyn13.3Apr 2023

  • "Molly's Bit was just as expected, a clean and comfortable self contained property in the Cotswolds with a few walks from the door."

    There is plenty of information provided by the host including an OS map of the area. The hosts, Dawn & Kelvin, live next door and are approachable and available if required but don't intrude on your stay. There's a pub within 10minutes walk and local shops in Bourton on the Water a 10minute drive. Stow on the Wold is 15 minutes drive with shops, pubs, a farmers market on Thursdays and walks from the town centre. If you fancy a day in Oxford, it's a 30 minute drive to the park and ride at Pear Tree. It's very reasonable, £5 for parking and 2 adult return bus fares for 16 hours. We would highly recommend this property and would stay again.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Edward13.3Mar 2023

  • "Great location lovely people"

    Reviewed by Kathy13.3Feb 2023

  • "The cottage was lovely."

    Quiet location and had everything required. The owners were lovely and we were greeted on arrival and given a tour. Nothing seemed too much trouble. The cottage perfect location to explore the local area or further a field. The enclosed garden was perfect for the dogs as fully enclosed. We loved our stay .

    Thank you for your lovely feed back. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Susan13.3Jan 2023

  • "Molly's Bit was a perfect getaway, plenty of peace & quiet."

    Our dog loved making friends with Molly. The annex is compact but functional & homely. The owners were welcoming, ensuring that the important things - ability to make a cup of tea - were provided & plenty of guidance on the local area.

    Reviewed by Elizabeth12.5Dec 2022

  • "Everything just perfect for the two of us."

    The cottage had everything you would need. The bed and sofa very comfortable. The owners were lovely. It exceeded our expectations. Thank you so very much.

    Thank you for your lovely comment. We are glad your stay with us was a great success. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Linda13.3Dec 2022

  • "This is an ideal place to stay when visiting the cotswolds with easy access to everywhere, The cottage is like home from home with everything that is needed for your stay."

    Thank you for taking time to give us a lovely comment. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jan13.3Nov 2022

  • "We had a lovely stay at mollys bit owner was very freindly and helpful with knowledge of the surrounding area and molly was a very freindly dog a very comfortable place to stay it was a shame about the weather though although there is a lot to explore."

    We were very happy with our stay. Thank you

    Thank you. Sorry we couldn't make The weather better for you. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Christa13.3Nov 2022

  • "Could do with a few improvements such as new blinds."

    Not much privacy as when were in the conservatory we could see into the owners house. The settee wasn’t really big enough. Didn’t like the set up with the bedroom not having a proper door - didn’t realise this when we booked it. Owners very pleasant but only saw them once when we arrived. On the whole we had a good week apart from the awful weather.

    Thank you for your feed back. Im sorry everything wasn't what you expected. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Judith10.8Nov 2022

  • "The most wonderful place to stay in this corner of The Cotswolds."

    Thank you so much for taking the time to give us wonderful feed back. Hope to see you next year. Bit early inknow but happy Christmas and New year. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen13.3Oct 2022

  • "The compact annexe ideal for one or two people and a well behaved pet was spotlessly clean and very comfortable."

    Both owners were very welcoming and helpful with answers about, or recommendations to, local facilities. The conservatory overlooked the owner's pretty garden; Molly their dog was really cute and friendly. The quiet and pretty village was well placed for touring the south east side of the Cotswolds, with many places to visit within a 10 mile radius. Bridleways and footpaths from the village were scenic, very accessible and easy to navigate.

    Reviewed by Yvette13.3Oct 2022

  • "Lovely annexe to owners home."

    Spotlessly clean, comfortable and well equipped. Perfect for a couple. Molly the little dog next door was generous enough to share her garden with our little old dog Tommy ( although he was less keen to play!!) Very quiet location. Owners lovely and very helpful. Would definitely recommend.

    Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Appreciate you taking the time. Glad you had a good stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Katherine13.3Oct 2022

  • "This property is not very private."

    We were aware there was a shared garden but from the photos expected it to be bigger. Didn’t realise the conservatory was so close to their back door so when they sat outside we were looking straight at them. Also there was a locked door from the cottage lounge to their property which meant we could hear their conversations and dog barking. We knew the kitchen was compact but it was extremely small. If there had been a picture of the front of the property we wouldn’t have booked it. The private parking was a narrow space on a gravel drive. The shower was very weak and the bathroom needs updating and cleaning more thoroughly. The lounge is comfortable and cosy once the curtains are drawn and the TV is very good and drowns out the noise from next door,

    Reviewed by Marianne5.8Sep 2022

  • "Very nice and comfortable place to stay."

    Reviewed by Jackie10.8Sep 2022

  • "Dawn & Kelvin were wonderful hosts, nothing was an inconvenience to them, the place was spotless, it was like home from home."

    Both were very friendly and Molly their dog was a sweet little thing who got on great with our dog Tsuki. We will be back ❤️❤️

    Thank you Huw and Angela. We are glad you had a good time. We look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Huw13.3Aug 2022

  • "Shower was very weak, and had to ask for towels to be refreshed."

    Overall an excellent base to explore the cotswolds from. Small flat was well appointed and hosts were very friendly and eager to assist in anyway.

    Reviewed by Stewart11.7Aug 2022

  • "Dawn, Kelvin and Molly made us feel extremely welcome on our arrival and stay."

    The property was in excellent condition with good facilities a home from home. Situated in a idea location to explore the Cotswolds. Our dog Bear had a wonderful holiday meeting Molly. Looking forward to booking our next stay.

    Reviewed by Alan13.3Jul 2022

  • "Lovely place to stay very nice owners and helpful in a glorious place"

    Glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your kind feedback. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anthony13.3Jun 2022

  • "Really enjoyed our stay accommodation was clean & comfortable,nice & quiet."

    Dawn & Kevin were very welcoming,we found a couple of nice walks.Would stay there again.Thank you Dawn & Kevin

    Reviewed by Janet12.5Jun 2022

  • "Warm welcome from Dawn and Kelvin Annexe very clean nice conservatory for your ..."

    Warm welcome from Dawn and Kelvin Annexe very clean nice conservatory for your meals Very quiet village perfect location for COTSWOLDS Jennifer and Colin May 6th to 13th

    Thank you for your lovely feed back. Glad you enjoyed your stay in the cotswolds. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jennifer13.3May 2022

  • "Immaculate property and friendly, welcoming owners."

    Literally, everything we needed was there. A genuine home away from home. I could not recommend it more highly.

    Thank you for your lovely feed back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen13.3Apr 2022

  • "A super property in a perfect location to explore the Cotswolds!"

    Comfortable, cosy and the hosts were just delightful!!

    Thank you for your lovely comment and also for spending time with us while you were on your short break. Property Owner

    Reviewed by M J13.3Apr 2022

  • "We had a lovely time at Mollys Bit."

    We were made very welcome by Dawn and Kelvin. The annexe was lovely, exceptionally clean and very comfortable. We had everything we needed.The conservatory was really nice to have our meals in. It was nice to see Molly in the garden. A great holiday. Thank you Dawn and Kelvin.

    Thank you Christine, so glad you break with us good. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Christine13.3Apr 2022

  • "Thank you to Dawn for a warm welcome."

    Molly's Bit was comfortable and well equipped, providing a perfect base for a short break exploring the beautiful Cotswolds.

    Thank you for your lovely feed back. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jo12.5Mar 2022

  • "After a warm welcome from Dawn and Kelvin we settled into the tastefully appointed accommodation."

    All the creature comforts we needed for our holiday were available. The village is quiet and offers lovely views with grass verges adorned with hosts of golden daffodils. The location is ideal or excellent walks and visits to surrounding towns. Plenty of neat and tidy garden space for our dog to frolic with little Molly. Highly recommended. Thank you.

    Thank you so much for your lovely feed back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Colin13.3Mar 2022

  • "Molly's bit is in a perfect location for visiting some beautiful historic market towns nearby including Bourton on the Water, Burford, Chipping Norton and Cirencester."

    Dawn and Kelvin, the owners, were very welcoming and helpful if needed. The cottage was spotless, immaculate, tastefully decorated and comfortable. The added bonus of the sun trap conservatory was great for breakfast in the mornings. The owners ' dog Molly allowed Benji, our dog ,to share her garden! Would highly recommend for any friends and family who wish to visit the Cotswolds.

    Thank you for your lovely comments. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jackie12.5Mar 2022

  • "Made to feel very welcome, but lacked privacy"

    I’m sorry your stay wasn’t up to expectations. So we can learn from your disappointments, please could we have a detailed description of what the issue’s were . Kind regards Dawn and Kelvin Property Owner

    Reviewed by Mark8.3Feb 2022

  • "Nice little place well sited for a first visit to the Cotswolds and around."

    Property had everything needed for a comfortable stay.

    Reviewed by Stephen13.3Jan 2022

  • "Molly's Bit was perfect for what we needed."

    It was cosy, really well appointed and we especially loved the spacious conservatory! We received a very warm welcome and were assured that if we had a problem or needed anything, we only had to ask. As good as their word, when we had a hiccup with the WiFi, Dawn's son came straight round and sorted it out! Thank you for a comfortable, relaxing stay in lovely surroundings.

    Reviewed by Grace13.3Dec 2021

  • "Molly's Bit was clean and comfortable and provided an ideal base for exploring the Cotswolds."

    It's situation in a quiet village really gave us a sense of 'getting away from it all.' Molly's Bit is ideal for a couple looking for a break at a reasonable price and had everything we needed.

    Reviewed by Philip5.8Oct 2021

  • "It was as described ,we had a great week ,very good hosts"

    Reviewed by Andrew6.3Sep 2021

  • "Location was perfect for exploring the pretty little towns & villages."

    The hosts were very pleasant and friendly. We would definitely recommend and return again.

    Reviewed by Beverley6.7Sep 2021

  • "Mollys Bit is a lovely place to stay."

    In the tranquil village of Church Westcote. You are in a good location for all the lovely Cotswold villages. Bourton on the water, Broadway Burford etc.

    Reviewed by John6.7Aug 2021

  • "Owners were more than helpful - contributed to a great break"

    Reviewed by Martin6.3Jul 2021

  • "Really friendly hosts, excellent location and very clean and comfortable accommodation"

    Reviewed by Steve6.7Jul 2021

  • "Very relaxing place and peaceful"

    Reviewed by Peter6.7Jun 2021

  • "Molly Pit is a lovely annex, perfectly positioned in a very quiet and beautiful area of the Cotwolds, yet not too far from Stow, Burford and Bourton-on-the-Water."

    Molly Pit has everything you need for a short relaxing get away. It's very clean, tidy and comfortable. There are beautiful walks right on your door step and plenty to do and see nearby. Your hosts will make you very welcome and will do all they can to ensure your stay is just right for you. We'll be going back there for another break sometime soon.

    Reviewed by Andrew6.3May 2021

  • "Dawn, Kelvin and Molly made us feel so welcome and Molly allowed our dog to ..."

    Dawn, Kelvin and Molly made us feel so welcome and Molly allowed our dog to share her garden to play together Would highly recommend staying here and would love to visit again *****

    Reviewed by Karen6.7May 2021

  • "Dawn and Kelvin were excellent hosts - willing to help but not intrusive."

    The location was excellent for visiting the Stow, Bourton and Burford areas of the Cotswolds in particular.

    Reviewed by David15.0Apr 2021

  • "Great accommodation."

    Perfect location for exploring the Cotswolds. Dawn and Kelvin made us very welcome. Home from home

    Reviewed by Irene16.0Apr 2021

  • "We were made very welcome in this cosy annex which was spotlessly clean and well equipped."

    A great base for exploring the beautiful Cotswolds.

    Reviewed by Christine14.0Oct 2020

  • "A lovely annexe, well appointed, and comfortable."

    The property is clean, light, and airy with a beautiful conservatory attached. Hosts are extremely friendly and easy to get along with. The accommodation is very well located, only 5 miles or so from Bourton on Water, and central to the popular parts of the Cotswolds. The whole holiday experience was most enjoyable.

    Reviewed by Philip16.0Sep 2020

  • "Molly's Bit was ideal for the two of us, it had everything that we needed and was very comfortable."

    The owners who live next door were very friendly and couldn't do enough for us. The garden was an ideal place to sit in and enjoy the sunshine etc. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves here and wouldn't hesitate to book it again if we return to the Cotswolds.

    Reviewed by David16.0Sep 2020

  • "Very nice people who couldn't do enough for us, as they are new to this business a couple of helpful tips, it would be useful to have some leaflets about attractions in the cotswolds os maps showing walks that kind of thing."

    The kitchen had mostly everything that you would need, but required some tall glasses for long drinks. on the whole we had a good week and wish them the best with there new venture.

    Reviewed by Paul13.0Aug 2020

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Summary

  • One double/triple bedroom (Double bed and a single day bed) and en-suite shower room
  • Kitchen
  • Sunroom/ dining room
  • Sitting room
  • Electric heating with electric fire
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, Smart TV with Freeview, Netflix, Amazon Prime and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Shared, enclosed lawn and patio garden with furniture and fire pit
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1.9 miles, pub 0.5 miles
  • Note: Suitable for one child only due to space - please bring your own travel cot for a baby
  • Note: The garden is shared with the owner, the owner does have a dog, please let them know when collecting the keys if you wish to use the fire pit

The property

Bourton-On-The-Water 3 miles.

This cosy annexe is attached to the owner's home, in a peaceful, rural location in Church Westcote near Bourton-On-The-Water, within the Cotswolds AONB.

The property sleeps two (but also has an extra daybed in the double room for an extra person if need be) and is ideal for a retreat to the picturesque Cotswolds countryside.

The property has a driveway with parking for one car, and the entrance is down the side of the property through a gate.

Enter into the sunroom/ conservatory, where you can enjoy dinner with a view or curl up on the sofa with a good book and enjoy a moment of peace and quiet.

The compact but well-equipped kitchen has all of the necessary appliances to cook up delicious meals for your loved one, after which, you can relax in the sitting room on the reclining chair or sofa, enjoying the Smart TV and your favourite Netflix or Amazon Prime shows, as the warming electric fire heats the room.

Upstairs there is a spacious and bright double/triple bedroom with ample storage and an en-suite shower room, where you can prepare for each day.

Outside, there is an enclosed patio and lawned garden with furniture and a fire pit, which is shared with the owner and is a great space to sit out and enjoy your relaxing rural setting.

The picturesque village of Bourton-on-the-Water is known for its traditional stone houses, and offers attractions such as the Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection, The Model Village, where you can discover a miniature replica of the village, as well as Birdland Park & Gardens, Greystones Farm Nature Reserve and Salmonsbury Meadows SSSI.

The village of Bledington is also nearby, offering a traditional pub and a 12th Century church, as well as being a popular location for walkers, due to its location within the Evenlode Valley and being part of the Oxfordshire Way route.

The market town of Stow-on-the-Wold sits on top of an 800ft hill, at the junction of the main roads running through the Cotswolds, including the Roman Fosse Way, which runs from Exeter to Lincoln.

There is a selection of shops and restaurants, as well the Medieval St Edward's Church, historic market square and Fosse Gallery, while the 17th Century Chastleton House, owned by the National Trust, is within easy reach.

Chipping Norton rests within the Cotswold Hills, with a museum and an open air swimming pool, as well as being close to the Fairytale Farm attraction and just a few miles away is the university city of Oxford, which is a must visit.

Another popular tourist attraction is also within reach - the Cheltenham Festival is a meeting in the National Hunt racing calendar, with race prize money second only to the Grand National; the four-day festival takes place annually in March usually coinciding with St Patrick's Day and is particularly popular with Irish visitors.

Molly's Bit is a lovely couple's retreat for exploring the Cotswolds, no matter what you choose to do.

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About the location

BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER

Stow-on-the-Wold 4 miles; Moreton-in-Marsh 8 miles; Chipping Norton 13 miles; Cheltenham 15.5 miles.

Located in the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the historic village of Bourton-on-the-Water dates back to Neolithic times with over 100 buildings being Grade II listed or higher. The picturesque high street nestles alongside the River Windrush over which several low stone bridges span, which is why Bourton-on-the-Water is known as the Venice in the Cotswolds. Tradition states that an annual football match is played in the summer, in the River Windrush with the banks lined with spectators, with the aim to score as many goals as possible and get as wet as possible! The village has an eclectic range of visitor attractions, including The Model Village, Cotswold Motor Museum, Birdland Park and Gardens as well as a Dragonfly Maze, monthly farmers’ market as well as many tea rooms, an artisan bakery, antiques and craft markets, traditional sweet shop, cycle hire and its very own perfumery. Nearby, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises traditional England. This ancient market town has played host to many fairs since the 12th century and today holds a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs and monthly farmers' market. The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antiques shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Also take a visit to the medieval town of Burford for a great day out where you can enjoy a trip to the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are both within easy reach and make a great day out. The spa town of Cheltenham is, architecturally, the most complete Regency town in England with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called The City of Dreaming Spires has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also all within easy reach.

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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas