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The Garden Retreat

(Ref. 1159770)

Winchcombe, Cotswolds Show on map

Customer rating 4.9

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Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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  • cottage (9)
  • garden (7)
  • lovely (7)
  • stay (7)
  • great (6)
  • place (6)

13 Customer Reviews

  • "We enjoyed our week at The Garden Retreat which benefitted from the glorious weather."

    The rear garden room with bifold doors took full advantage of the hot weather. We did feel the owners decision to remove the lawn and replace with rewilding the area was a regressive step as the life of the cornflowers, poppies etc. is limited life and during the hot weather were spent and looked a mess. A shame when there are good size boarders with a large variety of wilding plants which could not be appreciated to the full. Also getting to the rear seating area became a challenge. I would also mention the pictures on the details are a misrepresentation of what is provided and both Manor Cottages and Sykes should update their details to represent the reality. Manor Cottages were very good to keep us informed regarding the previous guests who had a mishap on the stairs and pulled the balustrade from the wall on being made safe and secure. The stairs are tight and steep and in our view the rope balustrade is totally inadequate with insufficient fixings as well as the wrong height and should be replaced with a fixed balustrade. Anyone with mobility issues have little chance of reaching the upper floor. We knew car parking was on street, however the road is narrow along this area of the high street and watching a near miss I move the car around the corner for safety and piece of mind. Otherwise generally parking was not an issue. The area is great for walking so took advantage of the list of walks left in the cottage. Winchcombe offers all amenities and took advantage of the local hostelries. All in all a pleasant cottage in which to stay which was enhanced by the weather.

    Thanks for your feedback, I’m glad you had a good stay. I apologise for the garden looking a little rough around the edges, I took the decision to lean more socially responsible and not water the garden heavily on a daily basis during the last months exceptionally hot weather. It’s a balancing act, and I’m sorry if that spoilt your experience. I checked our listing regarding the steep stairs and a photograph is there, but we’ll update the listing to be more specific. All feedback is valuable, so thanks for taking the time to do this. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alistair4.0★Jul 2026

  • "Beautiful cottage with an also beautiful garden, cottage to an extremely high ..."

    Beautiful cottage with an also beautiful garden, cottage to an extremely high standard, every thing you would need for a fab stay, location really good , parking on the main road ,also used long stay car park when unable to use main road, as nearby and also cheap to park for 24hr Winchcombe is a lovely place to stop , everyone friendly, if I owned that cottage I would be very happy

    Reviewed by Susan5.0★Jun 2026

  • "A wonderfully sympathetic refurb with no expense spared."

    It was very well furnished and equipped, looking like something from a magazine while still being homely. The location is excellent for walking and visiting other parts of the Cotswolds and the owners have provided maps and guides. The view is incredible, especially from upstairs (a chair on the landing would be a great addition in order to enjoy the view). We loved spending time in the sun room enjoying the wonderful wildlife garden, the view and the birds, especially when it was warm enough to open the bifold doors. The only negative was the traffic during rush hour as we are not used to traffic noise and the road is very close to the cottage. Suggested improvements would be a small dining table and chairs in the sun room so we could continue to enjoy the views while eating rather than sitting in the rather gloomy (by comparison) kitchen. Also some more large plates as we used them all before the dishwasher was anywhere near full.

    I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay, thanks for the useful feedback, we’ll discuss those points and see what changes can be made. Those views are fantastic so we need to take advantage of them. Hope to see you again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Feb 2026

  • "The Garden Retreat is a really magical place."

    We felt at home there from the moment we arrived. Good place for recharging your spirit. Everything was of a very high standard

    Thanks so much for your review, that’s exactly the feeling we were trying create. We hope to see you again! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Christopher5.0★Feb 2026

  • "Great place to spend a break."

    Lovely cottage,nice village,not too noisy.Everything was as described,so relaxing..Nice area to walk around,plenty of interesting things to see.

    Thanks Tony, glad you enjoyed yourselves. Come back soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Tony5.0★Jan 2026

  • "This cottage is stunning, the pictures don't do it justice."

    We had such a calming, wonderful stay.

    We really appreciate your review and are glad you enjoyed such a great stay. We hope to see you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Emma5.0★Jan 2026

  • "Just back from a 4 night break over the new year at this beautiful ..."

    Just back from a 4 night break over the new year at this beautiful cottage Winchcombe was lovely, great for walkers and it was lovely to hear the church bells chiming at midnight on New Year’s Eve as well as on New Year’s Day Cottage very tastefully decorated, very well equipped and we spent New Year’s Day cosy in front of the log burner and cooked a lovely roast dinner after a lovely walk around Winchcombe Good location to visit The Cotswolds as well Loved spending time there in the winter, with the garden room at the back with bifold doors leading to a lovely garden, can imagine would be lovely in the summer too, would definitely return to this cottage, don’t think the photos do it justice My one suggestion would be a glove to open the log burner as handle gets very hot but other than this we had a very relaxing and well needed break after a hectic year and wouldn’t hesitate in returning again

    Glad you enjoyed a fantastic New Year at the cottage, it is wonderfully cosy. I appreciate the suggestion on the glove for the log burner, we’ll get that addressed. We hope to see you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Dec 2025

  • "We have stayed in a lot of holiday cottages all over the country and this is by far the best we have stayed in."

    It has everything to make it a home from home, with quality furniture, bedding and textiles and top of the range appliances. The conservatory and garden are a perfect place to sip your morning coffee and enjoy the birds and countryside. The lovely living room with the log fire was a delight at night watching our favourite shows on the smart TV. This cottage is what I would want from a country home and could not have been happier here. I would definitely recommend to others and would love to come back for another stay. Thank you! Xx

    Thank you for your lovely kind words, we are delighted the property felt like home and we would love to welcome you again soon for another stay with us soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sheila5.0★Dec 2025

  • "Lovely Stay."

    . beautiful Cottage and Countryside.. very cosy

    Thank you so much, we are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Dec 2025

  • "First class accommodation in a great location."

    Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we would love to welcome you again soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Paul5.0★Oct 2025

  • "Amazing cottage and so well located."

    The cottage was immaculate and so well equipped and a great place to relax. We did so many fantastic walks and the local pubs did great food … highly recommend the Lion Inn. We will definitely return

    Thanks so much for your feedback, I’m glad the cottage met expectations and you had a great stay. We look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Mark5.0★Oct 2025

  • "A wonderful property in a lovely quiet village."

    Very comfortable bed, amazing shower, and just an incredibly well furnished and provisioned house, even down to rain-sensitive skylights in the conservatory! A gift card for the local store was a welcome bonus too. Couldn’t recommend this place highly enough and if we’re visiting the area again, we’d definitely stay here.

    We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the Garden Retreat and in particular the gift card we left, we like to support local retail in Winchcombe as much as possible. Hope to see you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ian5.0★Aug 2025

  • "We have had an absolutely fantastic long weekend at the Garden Retreat."

    The house was spotlessly clean, comfortable and full of everything you could ever need. It has been furnished to such a high standard. Bedroom is lovely with a super comfy bed and we were amazed with the range of utensils supplied in the kitchen! Sitting in the conservatory with the doors open on to the lovely garden was such a treat, we sat there for hours. Accessing the property was easy with the lock box, with parking right outside. Within very short walking distance to the lovely town of Winchcombe. The deli, butchers and bakery were all fantastic. We can’t say enough positive words about our stay, this is honestly one of the best properties we have ever stayed in. Already looking at when we can visit again. Thank you

    We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay, thanks so much for your kind words. I hope we can welcome you again soon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lucy5.0★Aug 2025

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Summary

  • One king-size bedroom
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Cloakroom with basin, WC and toiletries provided
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Conservatory
  • Underfloor electric heating
  • Range cooker with induction hob, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster
  • TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • On-street parking
  • Enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture and BBQ
  • No pets allowed
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles, river 0.2 miles

The property

The Garden Retreat is a charming Grade II listed cottage in Winchcombe, Gloucestershire.

Perfect for couples seeking an escape to the Cotswolds, boasting a woodburning stove and an enclosed garden.

Enter the welcoming sitting room with rustic exposed beams overhead.

Throw a log on the woodburning stove set within the exposed brick fireplace, flick on the picture frame-style TV, then pick between a leather sofa and armchair or a vibrant red armchair to enjoy your favourite shows.

When hunger strikes, head to the stylish kitchen, which meshes more contemporary and rustic interiors.

Utilise the range cooker to whip up a delicious feast.

Pull out a chair and gather around the dining table, set below the exposed beams and stylish lantern-style lights.

For a quieter moment, retreat to the bright conservatory and enjoy views of the garden with a book.

This room has a striking exposed brick feature wall and a skylight, which is perfect for evening stargazing.

Ascend the stairs to find a neat king-size bedroom, both boasting more rustic beams.

To freshen up, utilise the contemporary shower room and cloakroom.

In the morning, enjoy a brew in the enclosed garden, dine alfresco, stretch on the lawn, and plan your adventures ahead.

There is a welcoming local pub and a golf course nearby, perfect for relaxing or enjoying a round before or after your day out.

Explore your surroundings with a trip to Sudeley Castle, a magnificent 15th-century stately home, admire the artwork and interiors, roam through the formal gardens, and spot vibrant peacocks as they wander the grounds.

Take a historic and scenic ride on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, enjoy a slice of cake from the on-board café whilst taking in the vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Visit The Model Village, a charming collection of replicas of Bourton-on-the-Water, admire the architecture and craftsmanship of the miniature buildings and cottages, crafted with remarkable attention to detail.

The Garden Retreat is a postcard cottage in the heart of the Cotswolds.

EPC Rating: Band D

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

Where you’ll be staying

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WINCHCOMBE

Cheltenham 8 miles; Broadway 9 miles; Gloucester 17 miles.

The bustling Fairtrade town of Winchcombe, a conservation site, lies above the River Isbourne, midway between Cheltenham and Broadway. Visitors can sample a mouthwatering array of local produce in the town's restaurants, wine bars, tea shops and deli's, or stroll around the eclectic range of local shops, all located along the three main streets, which remain full of character with their honey coloured stone and timbered exterior. The town also plays host to music and arts festivals, country shows and farmers’ markets. Guided walks around the town are on offer throughout the summer months, while Winchcombe lies on the intersection of the Cotswold Way, Gloucestershire Way, Warden's Way and Windrush Way, providing ample walking to suit all abilities. The quintessential English village of Broadway is just a short drive away and offers individual shops and boutiques, art galleries, restaurants and hotels, including the world-renowned Lygon Arms, popular for centuries and now offering spa facilities. The regency spa town of Cheltenham boasts beautiful Georgian architecture and a delightful range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants, pubs and visitor attractions, including the famous racecourse. Many unspoilt Cotswold towns and villages lie to the east, whilst to the west is the waterfront city of Gloucester and the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean. The beautiful World Heritage city of Bath, Shakespeare's birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon, and Warwick, with its magnificent castle, are all within an hour’s drive.

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Note: Kindly be advised that the staircase is quite steep
Note: The Shower room with walk-in shower is located on the ground floor.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
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