Known locally as 'Little Venice' or the 'Venice of the Cotswolds', this delightful village on the River Windrush encompasses the very best of the Cotswolds. So, if you’re looking for a picture-perfect place to stay on your next getaway, then this wonderful collection of cottages Bourton-on-the-Water has you covered!
Why Bourton-on-the-Water Cottages?
These Bourton-on-the-Water cottages are all situated around this popular tourist village, putting you right on the doorstep of all the best that the Cotswolds has to offer. Noted for its unique and stunning architecture, the village itself is home to several fantastic pubs, tea rooms and restaurants where you can stop off and take in the picturesque surroundings.
Being right in the heart of the Cotswolds, you’ll only need to travel a few minutes out from one of these cottages in Bourton-on-the-Water to find amazing places to walk, cycle and go fishing, too!
For nature lovers, Birdland Park situated just south of the village centre makes for an excellent place to go for a day trip; Meet penguins, pelicans, parrots and much more here, with over 500 birds to spot and an interactive discovery zone for your little ones to enjoy.
Also nearby is The Model Village, a small-scale replica of Bourton-on-the-Water that makes for a wonderful place to explore. The Cotswold Motor Museum can also be found in the village and is home to a vast range of cars and motorcycles from decades gone by.
For more ideas and things to do from these Bourton-on-the-Water cottages, be sure to have a look at our Cotswolds Travel Guide.
Places to Visit near Cottages in Bourton-on-the-Water
Being right in the heart of the Cotswolds, there’s no shortage of things to see and do that are no more than a short drive away from these Bourton-on-the-Water cottages. For example, Cotswold Pottery which sits just on the edge of the village makes for a great place to find a keepsake to remember your holiday by. You can also look forward to exploring Chipping Campden and Stow-in-the-Wold, villages both famed for their honey-coloured stone cottages and picturesque scenery.
A little further away from these holiday cottages in Bourton-on-the-Water you’ll find great attractions like Hidcote Manor, Bourton House and Kiftsgate Court, all of which feature stunning gardens for visitors to explore and admire. Also a few miles north is the Hawkstone Brewing Company, the official supplier to Jeremy Clarkson’s nearby farm and a place where you can take a tour of the facility and try some of their amazing beers.
More Places to Visit near Bourton-on-the-Water Holiday Cottages include:
Burford
Cirencester
Cheltenham
Chipping Norton
Moreton-in-Marsh
Types of Cotswolds Holidays
Whilst we hope that you’ve found your perfect getaway amongst this collection of amazing cottages Bourton-on-the-Water, there are still plenty of cottages to choose from.
There are also lots of country cottages in the Cotswolds, luxury Cotswold cottages and large Cotswold cottages to check out as well, if you haven’t quite found what you’re looking for yet. For something more luxurious, why not consider one of these Cotswold cottages with hot tubs? There are even plenty of lodges in the Cotswolds to choose from.
On the other hand, if you’re bringing your four-legged companion with you, then these dog-friendly Cotswold cottages may be more tailored to what you’re after. For those of you hoping to grab a quick getaway, there are also lots of weekend breaks in the Cotswolds and last-minute Cotswold cottages to choose from as well.
If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for browse the full list of cottages in the Cotswolds!