Historic Cotswold stone cottage. Grade II listed, thought to have been built around 1600. This cosy cottage, located in a village in its own hidden valley, is a perfect hideaway. Lots of walks, a fantastic country pub (that serves great food) 2 minutes' walk away. But the centres of Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on the-Water just 3 miles away. Naunton Downs golf course 5 minutes' drive away allows day guest membership. Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm park - great for kids, 10 minutes' drive away. Original beams, working wood log fireplace (and central heating!), windows, even an original floor provides a unique atmosphere. The beds are normally arranged as a super king and two singles, IF YOU NEED A DIFFERENT ARRANGEMENT WE NEED A WEEK'S NOTICE.
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Mark Fox
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Languages
English, German
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Outdoor space
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Cheltenham
Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Old Mill and Sudeley Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Naunton Downs Golf Club and Prescott Shooting School. Check out an event or a game at Cheltenham Racecourse, and consider making time for Cotswold Wildlife Park, a top attraction not to be missed.
Naunton, England
What's nearby
Cotswold Farm Park - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
Cotswold Motoring Museum - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
The Model Village - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
Sudeley Castle - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
Cotswold Countryside Collection - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
Getting around
Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 17 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
The Willow - 10 min drive
The Chip Shed - 9 min drive
The Mousetrap Inn - 9 min drive
The Cornish Bakery - 9 min drive
Lucy's Tearoom - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is COTSWOLD HISTORIC COTTAGE, WITH LARGE GARDEN pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at COTSWOLD HISTORIC COTTAGE, WITH LARGE GARDEN?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at COTSWOLD HISTORIC COTTAGE, WITH LARGE GARDEN?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is COTSWOLD HISTORIC COTTAGE, WITH LARGE GARDEN located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of River Windrush and Naunton Downs Golf Club. Cotswold Farm Park is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed our stay and experiencing true Cotswold living! The cottage is comfortable with deep history. The garden was lovely. It was early spring, so lots of flowers in bloom. The stairway inside is a little narrow (watch your head going up to the third floor!) but the rooms were comfortable and clean. The host, Mark, provides a ton of information about the area and places to see. All around, it was a great place!
Very nice little place and a great village. We loved walking around the area and eating at the pub nearby. Easy check in and check out for this fun old cottage.
Quaint comfortable, well facilitated. In a good central location in the Cotswolds. Small quiet village with a great pub.
Trevor L.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Ian D.
18 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
2 week stay June 2025
This Cotswolds cottage is desperately in need of some love & attention. The front garden is overgrown and the “large garden” which is NOT directly behind the cottage but 2 doors down was a complete disaster. Overgrown with long grass and weeds. We could not get to the wood fire BBQ at the back of the garden as we could not safely see where we were walking. On our last day someone came to power wash an area that had paving slabs that had not even been visible. No instructions provided for the appliances Lacking kitchen equipmentThe host will let you know beforehand that the fridge and freezer doors do not always close tightly The main bathroom needs an extractor fan as the small window is not adequate to stop condensation running down the walls after a shower Both bathroom doors are warped and don’t close properly for privacyThe main bathroom toilet has a major issue as when you flush the mechanism lifts the tank lid. You have to force the handle down into place which creates a huge noise as the lid settles back into place. Beds were comfortable with very basic bedding. The video shows cushions and runners on the bed. Missing on our visit and pictures were on the floor & not the wall!As frequent VRBO users this is actually the first property that was not as described. The location was what saved the day for us.
The property was spotless on arrival, well equipped and full of nice surprises. The local pub is no more than five minutes away and serves excellent food. Overall a most enjoyable stay.
Truly get the feeling of whats its like living in a small cotwolds village. Very comfortable! Mark, you do need a new can opener. Thanks for a wonderful experience
We spent a month in Naunton which is a lovely small village with a very friendly, handy pub just along from the cottage, and perfect for anyone wanting to be off the beaten track - less than 15 minute drive to either Stow or Bourton. The cottage was quite comfortable although we would have appreciated a maintenance check beforehand as we did encounter a few issues, and, for such a long stay, we would have expected some spare linens or housekeeping coming to change sheets. The garden is quite separate from the house and there is no off-street parking.
The unit has old time charm. The living room has low ceilings giving a very snug feel and provided enough seating for the four of us. The kitchen was well stocked with all of the necessary plates, pots, coffee maker, etc. We appreciated the use of the clothes washers. Both bedrooms had adequate space and comfortable beds. The top floor bathroom was a bit tight, but was functional. The kitchen and both bedrooms require walking up steps, not a problem for us but the bedroom stairs are a bit steep.
It was very quiet, with friendly neighbors. The garden area was a nice place to sit and relax.
The village is picturesque and quiet. We enjoyed the ability to walk down to the local pub for a pint or a meal (about 3 minute walk).
Overall, we found the unit to meet all of our needs with everything in good working order.
Just a storybook area to visit . The host left us many clear instructions and tips to familiarize ourselves to make our visit even more perfect. Fully equipped cottage with a warm and authentic snug.
Carl C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Sharon D.
9 September 2024
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing break
The property was lovely with lots of little extras, which made us feel welcome. Practical layout for four adults, although another higher armchair instead of the little chair would have been great. The garden was delightful and added to our stay. Better directions to find the property, which was set back, would have saved us 30 mins after a long drive.
It was a little difficult to find the home and the parking on the street can be challenging There were 3 of us with associated luggage We were in Europe for 2 months so did have large bags The home was very well appointed The kitchen area was very nice basic cooking oil/spices etc There is no grocer in town so make sure you bring food The pub was about 1/2 block away and had good food and a nice outside area This was a good home base to tour the Cotswolds I especially recommend a tour of Sudeley Castle the last home and burial site of Queen Catherine Parr The stairs are very step and curved but our granddaughter had no issues climbing to the 3rd floor I would definitely recommend this home
A great place to stay in a very friendly village.
The local pub the Black horse serves beautiful food and we highly recommend it.
The cottage itself offered everything we needed and was Clean, warm and well appointed,. We would recommend it to anyone looking to stay in the area. We would certainly return again in the future.
Our trip to Naunton was originally planned for a year ago, but due to COVID had to be delayed. Mark was super helpful and responsive in switching dates, and with everything else related to our stay. And we're so glad we were eventually able to stay in this adorable, cozy, characterful home! We took long walks during the day, and loved sitting in front of the fire on our return. The village of Naunton is a gem, and the local pub had great food and friendly service. We had such a lovely stay and would recommend Mark's home to anyone looking for a comfortable escape to a beautiful area!
Comfortable and cosy cottage. Located in a valley close to a pub serving excellent Sunday lunch.
5 minutes drive to Naunton Golf Club and close to lovely towns and villages.
Ideal for 2 couples with 2 bathrooms.
Beautiful location, helpful and good communication from agent and owner. Overall very happy with our stay but we found cleanliness of certain areas ( kitchen, bathrooms and dining table) to need cleaning properly, which we did ourselves. Previous occupants had left, what looked like tomatos/tomato sauce splashed up the dining area walls and kitchen surfaces. Plates, pans and cutlery all needed cleaning. The sinks and toilet needed bleaching to remove scummy areas.
Thankfully there was cleaning products in the cupboard for us to use.
But we still had a pleasant stay, thank you.
Lovely cottage with good size bedrooms. The information book was very informative and gave a good summary of the surrounding area.
Rebecca A.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jackie R.
1 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Week's holiday
The location was perfect and the cottage felt very cosy and inviting. We enjoyed taking our time in the cottage first thing and after spending a busy day exploring we would spend our evenings relaxing after lighting the log burner.
Lovely cottage loved the log burner the village is beautiful, enjoyed a couple of meals at the local pub ! They even leant us a pint glass....... which surprisingly was not in the cottage ......
But that would not stop us returning, and hopefully a return visit next year !
Cottage was as expected from the description, we were not disappointed. It would be ideal if chinaware could be made up to sets of 8 to make more efficient use of the dishwasher.
Ros W.
About the host
Hosted by Mark Fox
When my kids were small we got fed up of low quality self catering that seemed to cost the earth. So we bought our own place in 2000 and have been expanding ever since - a lot of our guests visit again and again. We still regularly stay in all our places to be sure that they are good enough for us to enjoy, not just rentals.
Why they chose this property
This cottage is a cliche of an English country cottage. Everything about it is exactly what you would expect starting with the atmosphere of the big fireplace and deep windows. But it is also the lovely garden and gorgeous views that make it special... not to mention the great pub just a couple of minutes' walk away!
What makes this property unique
Many small cottages have a "cottage garden" - small. This one has a huge garden for kids to play in, or enjoy the terrace for meals (outdoor table and chairs provided) and use the brick Barb-B-Q with a proper chimney. All the beams and the stone ground floor is original from 1600. This cottage hasn't been over-restored, All modern conveniences have been built into what is there, nothing original has been ripped out.
Languages:
English, German
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