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Tinkley Cottage

(Ref. 1081706)

Nympsfield near Nailsworth, Cotswolds Show on map

Customer rating 4.6

How reviews work

A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • cottage (13)
  • comfortable (11)
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  • well (7)

24 Customer Reviews

  • "Tinkley Cottage was ideal for our needs over the weekend."

    Very comfortable, quiet and well maintained.

    Reviewed by Emma5.0★Nov 2025

  • "I'm prefacing this review with the note that I'm an owner of 2 rural accommodations in Devon."

    Therefore this might seem more honest than other reviews. A simply beautiful looking place, with some truly magical design elements and building materials used with compassion. The added wildlife certainly helps create a lovely country vibe too. The barn's large welcoming open living space downstairs suited our party of 3 adults- with decent sofas, lots of lovely worktop space and separate dining table. This is the best part of the barn. The kitchen is ok but slightly worn (hob and oven) and a sadly a 2 slice toaster is not enough for a 2 bed accom. Utensils required: Tongs and pizza cutter. Aluminium foil would help save baking trays from needing a soak/extra work. (recommend flat baking trays for pizzas too) a small bottle of cooking oil to go with the salt and paper. We also put in ketchup and hp sauce but i understand that's a step too far for some. Hob cleaner would be great too as there is nothing to properly clean and obvs cant use scourer. 1-2 pints of fresh milk instead of mini pots of uht would be necessary if you are also offering cereal in the welcome tray (which was a very nice touch btw). It gives the impression the management of the place is less hands on - corporate. I realise Sykes is overseeing the management but little gestures like a fresh pint of milk, ketchup etc indicate there is more of human touch about and a more intimate understanding of how the guest will be using the space. Might want to consider modern addition of an airfryer. (All in one microwave/air fryers are amazing) Downstairs toilet/shower. This needs an update. Shower very old and water pressure terrible (not connected to the water pump the taps have- could you?). Also the toilet does not flush effectively/consistently and there is a strange heavy access cover by the toilet that kept falling out - making us jump at the noise. The extractor fan needs immediate attention- for excessive noise and dust. I wonder if you could knock through the dividing hallway and expand the shower room as it is too small otherwise. Upstairs bathroom - bath sides too high for elderly guest so meant it couldn't be used- meaning the overall washing provision in the Barn was really depressing and not workable. Heating. I get that old buildings are the worst for heat retention but even with the night storage system you must be spending an absolute fortune in electricity. We were lucky to have warm weather for end of Oct/Nov and so the place was far too warm or us, with no way of turning down/off the automatic programming (well certainly the one downstairs). Stairs are absolutely fine for elderly guest- which was the main thing we were worried about. Bedrooms are fine- the twin bedroom chest top needs repainting but they are designed beautifully to retain the character of the barn. Bedding was nicely laundered and a great thickness (if a bit too much with in conjunction with the heating). The recycling. Hallelujah!- what a wonderful system you have! I'm sure if we had brought kids they would have been inspired by the whole chicken/dove feeding/wood store/recycling centre you have. This could be promoted further as a homage to eco living. This really inspires you to recycle efficiently. Our doggie was transfixed with all the wildlife- she has no idea what a chicken is normally (even though we live in the countryside) so literally wouldn't have known what was going on but was happy to view from inside the barn. (The barn is extremely practical for hosting a dog which is a relief as i always have extra work to do with hairs etc but the flooring was perfect and the treats/bags were a v nice touch) Parking. You must have really forgiving neighbours as arriving in the dark we were not sure where we were going or where to park. Suggest barn names on the front gate in addition to the farm name and signs where to park? (We had 2 cars so I'm sure that didn't help!) So there were some memorable highlights but sadly the ablution element as it currently exists, would stop us from returning.

    Reviewed by Siobhan4.0★Oct 2025

  • "Tinkley Cottage was lovely."

    A perfect base from which we were able to explore the Cotswolds and the Forest of Dean. The low ceilings were tricky for a tall chap like me, but overall the cottage was modern, roomy and welcoming. We will definitely look to book again when we return to the area.

    Reviewed by Jason5.0★Oct 2025

  • "We had a lovely week at the cottage whilst our 2 daughters completed the Cotswold Way."

    We had a faulty shower on arrival, but Jon & Rob soon had it replaced on the Sunday after which all was fine. A lovely break for all of us.

    Reviewed by Rob5.0★Jul 2025

  • "Really lovely accommodation and well-provided."

    On arrival tea bags and milk available to help us settle in. Even plenty of loo rolls - something that holiday accommodation usually skimps on! Great environment with farmyard atmosphere (former farm) and hens wandering around. Friendly and helpful owners living adjacent. Great location for local activities - eg. Cotswold Way, Nailsworth and the lovely towns and villages around Stroud. Good for walking and cycling. Only downside is that the village pub is shut, although there is a local campaign to save it.

    Reviewed by John5.0★May 2025

  • "Lovely accommodation in a pretty setting."

    Clear instructions, well equipped, very much as described and a helpful visitors information file on things to do and see locally.

    Reviewed by Katherine5.0★Apr 2025

  • "Comfortable and clean, with plenty of room."

    Beautiful walks from the cottage, and a peaceful location. Good place to take a dog.

    Reviewed by Rik5.0★Apr 2025

  • "A lovely home from home, the cottage was really well equipped, clean and welcoming."

    We really enjoyed our stay with lots to see and do in the area and lots of entertainment in our own back yard from the Chickens and Doves!

    Reviewed by John5.0★Apr 2025

  • "Lovely cottage in a great location."

    Owners were friendly and accommodating and made sure we had everything we needed. Good electric car charger on site. Our little dog was made very welcome. Plenty of parking. Lots of nice walks and bike rides from such a lovely little Cotswold village.

    Reviewed by Iain5.0★Mar 2025

  • "Very comfortable converted barn."

    Ideal base to discover the area.

    Reviewed by Martin5.0★Dec 2024

  • "We stayed for 4 nights at Tinkley and had a lovely time."

    It's a lot smaller than the pictures but for a family of 3, it was perfectly fine. The chickens were a delight and the cottage has lovely walks nearby. The owner provided logs for the Woodburner to start us off which is generous and had left some goodies for us to enjoy. A suggestion I have is for blankets downstairs to cosy up with on the sofa.

    Reviewed by Neelum4.0★Dec 2024

  • "We had a lovely 4 night stay in the cottage."

    We fell in love with it for the second we stepped into the property - clean, nice cosy and spacious. Tge beds in both rooms are comfortable and we had good sleeps. A couple of minors could be improved - a small bin in downstairs bath room would be convenient. The table lamp in twin room doesn't have a switch on the lead but use socket switch, which is hidden behind bedside table. Hence it is very inconvenient for the night. These minors don't impact our stay at all and we will have no problem recommending this to friends.

    Reviewed by Yao5.0★Oct 2024

  • "No local pub or grocery store as advertised"

    Reviewed by Joseph3.0★Aug 2024

  • "We enjoyed our stay in this characterful cottage - it was comfortable and pleasantly quiet though we were the only people staying on the site."

    We would however recommend a bigger fridge freezer and some improved kitchen equipment. Also the TV reception was poor and the shower drainage very slow. We wish the local community all the best in getting the local pub back open as it looks lovely

    Reviewed by Tim3.0★May 2024

  • "Tinkley Cottage is very much as described and was absolutely right in terms of size and accommodation for me and my two adult daughters."

    It has a very homely feel, comfortable but unpretentious. We found a nice Christmas table decoration, bottle of wine and some snacks to welcome us, which was unexpected and nice. We had a small disaster with one single bed ( a previous rather large client?!) but Jon and his brother came round very quickly ( Christmas Eve evening!) to repair it. Jon himself is friendly and approachable and nearby, which is very helpful.I lit the wood burner for two evenings although there was no fire glove initially and only short matches! However, when asked, Jon produced a fire glove and some newspaper, which made lighting the fire a lot easier. I think tapers are also a good idea, Jon, as well as firewood of a size in between kindling and big logs. The pull outs on the sofas have seen better days and I don't think would survive the rigours of children - you might advise clients against using them, Jon. One other 'could do with' is a vegetable steamer in the kitchen. As veggies, my girls don't boil veg and neither do I. I really liked Tinkley; would happily return, if allowed, and recommend it to others.

    Thank you Wendy for your feedback, it is always so useful to get constructive observations. Glad you and your family had a comfortable Christmas break, and enjoyed the challenges the wood burner and breakages gave you all! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Wendy4.0★Dec 2023

  • "Lovely property in beautiful surroundings."

    Some tired features that need maintenance.

    Thank you Michael for your feedback, glad this corner of The Cotswolds did not disappoint. We have some new settees on order and try to sort maintenance issues promptly. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Michael5.0★Oct 2023

  • "Wonderful place to stay, thank you for allowing us to stay with you."

    The property was lovely and we appreciate your hospitality & efforts to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable.

    Thank you Matt for your lovely sentiments, they are much appreciated, happy you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Matt5.0★Sep 2023

  • "A wonderful relaxing time in this delightful cottage and especially enjoyed the yard with so much wild life to see."

    We were made very welcome, a home from home experience.

    Thank you Margaret for sharing your experience at Tinkley Cottage, glad you enjoyed the wildlife, it's quite a special spot in the Cotswolds. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Jun 2023

  • "Fantastic setting and accommodation."

    Friendly neighbourhood and beautiful walks nearby. Good place to relax and close to visiting places.

    Thank you Carlos for your lovely observations, glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carlos5.0★May 2023

  • "Listings on website need updating: no shower over bath."

    No dvd player and no starter pack of logs. The fridge-freezer is very small and VERY OLD. The base is cracked in several places and the shelf on the door is broken and unusable. It needs replacing. We would have appreciated some larger glasses,there are only wine glasses and small glasses. Despite all this we had a great week in a lovely area.

    Thank you Shelagh for your feedback, it is nice to know you enjoyed this lovely corner of the Cotswolds, our shortcomings are being sorted, thank you. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Shelagh4.0★May 2023

  • "We enjoyed a fabulous weeks holiday at Tinkley Cottage."

    The accomodation was clean & comfortable and reasonably well equipped. The frying pan supplied was far too small when cooking for four people and conversely the kitchen had no small saucepans. The reclining facility on the three seater sofa is broken and requires attention. However, none of these issues detracted from our enjoyment & we would definitely stay again.

    Thank you Fiona for your review all feedback is appreciated, glad you enjoyed your week in this corner of the Cotswolds. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Fiona4.0★Mar 2023

  • "We had the most wonderful couple of nights at Tinkley Cottage."

    It is the most gorgeous house, so pretty and cleverly converted. Lovely windows all along the front, very good kitchen and sitting room, everything you could need. The beds are really comfortable and lovely linen and comfy pillows. I would definitely choose to come back there, if we get the chance. Thank you.

    Thank you for your fabulous review Elizabeth, glad you found this lovely corner of the Cotswolds so comfortable and do come back soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Dec 2022

  • "A lovely barn conversion - very cosy and comfortable and everything on hand."

    A lovely village with a great pub very close by. We took 2 small dogs and there were plenty of nice walks. With dogs, obviously the chickens were a problem. We did think that with Avian Flu they wouldn't be running freely but they were always outside our barn. On arrival the cluster flies did concern us but after while we got used to them. They come out of the curtains - maybe on cleaning fly spray is used to try to eradicate the issue. All in all we were 4 adults and 2 dogs and had a really lovely weekend. We would return definately.

    Thank you Alison for your helpful comments in your review, the chickens were a complete oversight! but glad you enjoyed your weekend. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Allison4.0★Nov 2022

  • "Ticked all the boxes for us, clean comfortable and very peaceful."

    Short distance to the pub. Plenty of walks from the cottages. Lovely area and well worth a visit.

    Thank you for your feedback Ian, delighted you enjoyed your stay in this lovely corner of The Cotswolds. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ian5.0★Oct 2022

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath and WC
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Electric central heating with woodburning stove
  • Oven and glass plate hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, hair dryer
  • TV with Freeview, WiFi
  • EVC installed for one electric car
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair provided
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Garden with barbecue
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3 miles, 3 pubs within 3 miles
  • 2.1 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10:00am

The property

Tinkley Cottage is one of the four tastefully presented cottages situated in the charming village of Nympsfield near Nailsworth, amidst the scenery of Gloucestershire.

This welcoming barn conversion boasts characterful features such as the exposed beams and natural limestone flooring throughout the ground floor.

After a day of exploring, look forward to sinking into the leather sofas and catching up on your favourite TV shows by the woodburner.

The kitchen comes well-equipped with an oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and even a dishwasher, so there’s no need to lift a finger when washing up!

After a filling feast, step out to enjoy a moment in the garden while the sun sets over the village, planning on where to visit next.

Wash away the day in the bathroom or shower room, before retiring to either the double or twin bedroom to catch some rest.

Tinkley Cottage is a welcoming abode, well-placed for discovering the delights of Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds.

The WWT Wildfowl and Wetland Trust in Slimbridge is also close by with an exceptional variety of birdlife in the Severn Estuary.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs: 1112607, 1112608, 1112609, together sleeping up to 12 guests.

Nympsfield Barn Cottages

Set in a secure gated farmyard, in quaint village of Nympsfield, is this collection of welcoming cottages. Boasting characterful features, off-road parking and accepting pets, these charming abodes welcome families and friends looking to explore the beauty of the Cotswolds. Offering a range of accommodation, from barn conversions to restored huts, these cottages are well-equipped for a range of party types. Each of the cottages come with off-road parking spaces and there is a communal laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer, so there's no need to pack your whole wardrobe! A short distance away in the charming town of Uley, you'll find The Old Crown Inn, which prides itself on its hearty food and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for an afternoon lunch or cold beverage on a summer's day! The surrounding area is enveloped in beautiful countryside, providing many walks and cycle routes including the famed Cotswold Way long distance walking trail which passes to the west of the village and takes in viewpoint at Coaley Peak and the Neolithic burial mound of Uley Long Barrow. Head to the historical town of Nailsworth, where you can enjoy a delicious breakfast at The Canteen Café before testing your golfing skills at Minchinhampton Golf Club. Four wonderful cottages set in a desirable position in the Cotswolds.

Where you’ll be staying

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NAILSWORTH

Minchinhampton 2 miles; Stroud 4 miles; Tetbury 6 miles.

The former mill town of Nailsworth lies in the beautiful wooded Stroud Valley with events and festivals announced by the local Town Crier. It offers numerous high quality shops, a delicatessen, two butchers, an award-winning organic cafe, restaurants, art and antique galleries and a farmers’ market. Close by are Badminton and Gatcombe Park, famous for their horse trials, the historic wool village of Painswick and High Grove in royal Tetbury. The area offers many lovely walks including the 105 mile Cotswold Way with some of the most beautiful scenery in the country and the many walks around Westonbirt Arboretum which also hosts many concerts, festivals and plays. The Gothic Woodchester Manor is well worth a visit as is the ancient market town of Minchinhampton with its weekly market held in the 17th century Market House, numerous individual shops, antique shops, traditional pubs and cafes. Nearby, Minchinhampton, Rodborough and Selsley Commons, managed by the National Trust, cover over 500 acres and offer far-reaching 360 degree views, ideal for walkers and cyclists. They are also home to three 18 hole golf courses and the historic Winstones Ice Cream Factory. The waterfront city of Gloucester, with its Victorian Docklands, is just a short drive away, whilst the town of Cirencester, known as 'The Gateway to the Cotswolds' offers many ancient buildings and museums, and the spa town of Cheltenham boasts Georgian architecture and the Gold Cup horse race. A perfect base for enjoying this unspoilt part of England.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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