Magdalen Cottage

28 Customer Reviews

• "We had a fabulous week in Hook Norton."

  The cottage was perfect, beautifully presented and furnished, and very well equipped. There were beautiful fresh garden flowers on the tables and a thoughtful welcome pot of home made chutney. The beds were super comfortable, we all slept well. I particularly loved the outdoor patio area, with the good weather we used it a lot for dining. It felt like being very rural yet is within a convenient village. It was wonderful to sit out there first thing with a cup of tea and listen to/watch the abundant wildlife. Situation was great near two excellent, welcoming pubs, a well stocked village shop and the church. Our hosts were lovely and popped round to check all was well (and gave us some fresh, homegrown tomatoes). I highly recommend this wonderful cottage and would love to return at some point. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Aug 2026

• "This cottage is idyllic."

  Sited centrally in the beautiful village of Hook Norton and yet slighly tucked away down a short alley where you will enjoy a lovely garden and views of the countryside we felt that the situation was perfect. We had good food in The Sun Inn, and there is also a well stocked local store, both of which are only a minutes walk away. Also, the Hook Norton brewery is a short walk down the hill for local beer. The owners were very welcoming and the cottage itself was in immaculate order, very comfortable, and we had a great few days here.

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Aug 2026

• "Magdalen Cottage is the perfect place to explore the Cotswolds."

  The cottage is picturesque inside and out - very comfortable, spotlessly clean and with a well equipment kitchen for all our needs. Our family of five ranged from 15- 86 years and the cottage catered for everyone’s needs. The garden and patio provide a great outside space for dining or just relaxing. It’s is situated in the heart of the quiet village and a 2 minute walk to the pub, church and a well stocked village shop. Hook Norton is a beautiful village with all the charm you would expect from a traditional Cotswold village - including church bells. Paul and Lesley were greats hosts - very welcoming, always available should you need them but never intrusive. This was our first visit to the Cotswolds and we are already planning a return visit to Magdalen Cottage - could not recommend it highly enough.

  Reviewed by Sharon5.0★Jul 2026

• "Thank you for a lovely week."

  We have had a great break exploring the Cotswolds. Magdalen Cottage is such a beautiful retreat. Thank you for all your attentiveness. We hope to see you again

  McKnightJul 2026

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

  A very comfortable cottage, well equipped, with a beautiful garden. Thank you!

  FaweJul 2026

• "We all enjoyed a lovely break in your beautiful home."

  Thank you for the welcome. Enjoying chats in the garden, listening to the wildlife and birds (especially the swifts and swallows!), having nutritious lunches, and relaxing. Only a beautiful retreat. Gardens well renowned and in the areas visited: Hidcote, Kiftsgate, Bourton House, William Morris' home... We also enjoyed walks in and around the village and discovering local pubs and cafés. Thank you.

  SharonJul 2026

• "Had a wonderful, relaxing stay in a beautiful cottage."

  Loved the gardens and surroundings. Thanks for being great hosts!

  CherylJul 2026

• "We've thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

  The cottage is wonderful and the village location is the best for sightseeing. Enjoy your stay.

  AdrianJul 2026

• "Thank you for a wonderful stay in your charming cottage."

  We will definitely be back

  GailJun 2026

• "Comfy beds, great WiFi, great fridge freezer, very comfortable beds, and water pressure top dollar."

  Thanks.

  DanielJun 2026

• "Excellent accommodation and the owners were very friendly and helpful - would definitely recommend this place."

  Location is very quiet but well placed for visiting sites in the Cotswolds

  Reviewed by David5.0★May 2026

• "We had a wonderful, relaxing week in the Cotswolds."

  The cottage was the perfect place for us to stay, set within a beautiful English garden. The village of Hook Norton is truly a hidden gem! Thank you for your warm hospitality.

  SaundersApr 2026

• "Magdalen Cottage is a very comfortable and well-equipped cottage."

  Set slightly off the main road it's very peaceful with a lovely view from the seating area in the rear garden. The owners are very welcoming and helpful if you need them at all. All the bedrooms are a good size and have a good blend of traditional and contemporary features. A dining room separate from the kitchen and living room is a very nice setting if you cook for yourselves, the kitchen is well equipped. The living room is very spacious with comfortable seating and a mix of antique and new. The roadside parking was never a problem, even though we were there for Easter. There's a good selection of places to eat out around and about and a well-stocked village shop with some local produce. Hook Norton is a proper community still, not as touristy as some villages or towns in the Cotswolds. Thoroughly recommend a stay here. Only minor points were there was only 6 cups for tea/coffee - another set would have been handy and larger glasses for juice, water or long drinks. Similarly, another set of small coasters in the dining room would have been convenient.

  Thank you for your lovely comments. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and that you all had a lovely time. It's a great base to explore the Cotswolds from and we will of course pass on your comments to the Owner, with regards to a few extra mugs and coasters for the dining room. We would love to welcome you again soon for another stay with us. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Anne5.0★Mar 2026

• "A lovely cottage in a real village."

  Great location and a very comfortable stay. Thank you.

  JessMar 2026

• "Beautiful home with all the amenities you could want or need."

  Very comfortable bed and plenty of hot water. Highly recommend.

  EllaMar 2026

• "Such a wonderful, cosy cottage!"

  We had such a relaxing stay and break in the country. A beautiful home with all you could want!

  LizzieMar 2026

• "Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Magdalen Cottage."

  The owners and the property manager made sure that everything was perfect for us. The location was convenient for visiting all over Oxfordshire and when we got back to the cottage every day it was like we were returning home. Very comfortable, well appointed, there was nothing that we would change. Looking forward to going back for another visit soon!

  Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and we would love to welcome you again soon for another visit. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Maya5.0★Dec 2025

• "His cottage was the perfect winter getaway."

  It is warm and cosy in feel and Paul, Lesley and Jackie were so helpful and attentive throughout our stay. We'll definitely be back here again for our annual break in the Cotswolds. Thank you so much and best wishes for the year ahead.

  MarshallDec 2025

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Magdalen Cottage."

  It was a superb home-away-from-home for us, with finely appointed kitchen and baths. There was nothing extra we needed. We enjoyed the extra small touches, such as the homemade marmalade

  PilkingtonDec 2025

• "Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Magdalen Cottage."

  Beautiful furniture, exceptionally clean and comfortable, and with the quintessential charm and cozy feel you can expect from a period Cotswolds Cottage. The owners are delightful and on-hand to offer advice and help if needed, and the village has a real gem in the Hook Norton brewery, shop & restaurant - definitely worth a visit. We cannot recommend Magdalen cottage highly enough and look forward to returning in the future.

  Thank you for your lovely comments, we are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and we would love to welcome you again soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Anthony5.0★Dec 2025

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Magdalen Cottage."

  Beautifully furnished, extremely well equipped kitchen and the owner not far away to help with any queries. We will definitely be back!!

  Thank you so much, we are delighted you enjoyed staying at the house and we would love to welcome you again soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Debbie5.0★Nov 2025

• "Magdalen Cottage is the first place we have ever rented that turned out to be better than the photos on the website."

  It was beyond all of our expectations in location, beauty, and comfort. The owners are amazing, friendly, and handle the rental with the utmost professionalism and care. The location is perfect for a home base while easily taking excursions out into the countryside. It is the place we prefer to stay while in the Cotswolds, and we give it our highest recommendation.

  Wow thank you so much for your lovely comments, we are truly delighted you had a wonderful stay with us at the property, it's in such a great location to explore the area too. We would love to welcome you again for another stay soon. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gina5.0★Oct 2025

• "THANK YOU FOR A PERFECT HOLIDAY HOME!"

  "Magdalan Cottage has become our home away from home. Everything about it gives us great joy in our stay in the Cotswolds each visit. A perfect cottage. We feel right at home. The joy and warmth make every day so kind, they make Paul & Shelly! 'A million' us feel like family. Looking forward to many more visits!! Thank you!"

  WinslowOct 2025

• "We had a wonderful stay in a unique cottage in a very pretty Cotswold village!"

  The hosts were very attentive, always available for questions and tips, and took care of everything in a very friendly way (even though we had only booked a few hours in advance!). The house is in a quiet location, very clean, well-maintained, and lovingly furnished. It has two chic new bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, three lovely bedrooms with comfortable beds, and a really large, cozy living room. Personal highlights were the wonderful garden with several seating areas and the personalized furnishings with beautiful old furniture. The icing on the cake was the homemade orange marmalade, fresh bouquets upon arrival, apples and pears from the garden, and the books about English gardens, English history, and the monarchy. We felt very comfortable and can fully recommend the accommodation!

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Sep 2025

• "Best place we've ever stayed in by a mile Beautifully furnished Great design-upstairs bathroom not ensuite so can be accessed by all guests overnight anda downstairs shower room with loo for day/evening use Little spotlights in skirting board to guide you to bathroom overnight so no fumbling around for light switches in the dark."

  The bed was extremely comfortable. Shelves in the shower-never seen that anywhere else Toiletries provided More loo rolls than most places Normally we have to buy some Tea/coffee provided and the home made marmalade and fresh flowers were a lovely surprise. Kitchen had everything we needed and more The shop was a good sized Budgens The owners Lesley and Paul were there to welcome us. Both them and Jackie were lovely people and on hand for any issues. We were very sorry to leave. Just a fabulous place

  Reviewed by Christine5.0★Sep 2025

• "Everything was fabulous."

  Thanks to our lovely hosts who were so thoughtful. The cottage was spotless and had everything we needed, comfy beds, well equipped kitchen, stylish decor, quiet and gorgeous garden and patio. Lots of lovely touches like the fruit and flowers from the garden and chilled Prosecco in the fridge. Hook Norton is a great base to explore the Cotswolds, with a shop and 2 pubs a few minutes walk. As The Sun Inn served tasty food we visited it a few times. I can't think of anything to improve pur experience, definately 5 stars all round.

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Aug 2025

• "Thanks to our lovely hosts for a wonderful stay."

  The cottage was excellent with everything we needed, even some British summer sun. The garden in the evening was wonderful, so beautiful. Dinner in the sun was a bonus, being so close, but in the countryside was great, lovely walks from the village.

  HelenAug 2025

• "We enjoyed a lovely stay at this beautiful, cosy cottage."

  It was well-equipped, clean, and comfortable — ideal for a relaxing break. Communication with the host was smooth and straightforward. The nearby playground was a hit with our child, and having a great pub within walking distance was a bonus. The views were lovely, and Hook Norton is a charming village worth exploring. Highly recommended!

  Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us, it's a lovely property and a great base to explore the Cotswolds from. We are so pleased you found the playground too. We would love to welcome you again soon for another stay. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

  Reviewed by John Stanley5.0★Jul 2025

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