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Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water

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3 bed modern detached house with garden and garage/drive
Relaxing, sunny lounge with Samsung Smart TV with Sky or log into your Netflix account. New Amazon Echo bluetooth speaker. Selection of adult's and children's books and toys available.
Bright modern kitchen diner with French doors opening onto the garden. High chair available on request.
Elegant master bedroom with new kingsize bed, large fitted wardrobes, laptop sized safe and hair dryer.
3rd bedroom can be made up as a twin with two single beds or kingsize bed perfect for couples or children with blackout blind and spacious wardrobe

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bourton-on-the-Water, ENG
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • The Model Village
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Birdland Park and Gardens
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 2 King Beds

3 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water

Welcome to Skylark Cottage
Skylark Cottage is a beautifully presented, modern three-bedroom home located in a peaceful and convenient residential area within the village of Bourton-on-the-Water. Just a 10-minute walk from the village centre, you'll have easy access to its charming shops, cafés, and attractions while enjoying a quiet and relaxing setting.
The cottage comfortably accommodates up to six guests, with flexible sleeping arrangements to suit your group. All three bedrooms can be set up with king-size beds, or the third bedroom can be arranged as a twin with two 2ft6 beds. A stylish master en-suite and a separate family bathroom provide added comfort for your stay.

WIFI 50.80Mbps
42" Smart TV/access to Netflix Sky
Amazon Echo
Hairdryers
Safe
Children’s toys/kitchenware
Travel cot/highchair
Off road parking/locked garage Garden

A Charming Cotswold Retreat
This stunning, modern three-bedroom detached cottage, built from classic Cotswold stone, is perfectly situated in the heart of the Cotswolds. Beautifully framed by an attractive hand-built stone wall and four elegant box ball trees at the entrance, the property offers a warm and picturesque welcome.
Guests will also benefit from convenient off-road parking for two cars on the private driveway—an ideal feature for exploring the surrounding villages and countryside.
As you enter the welcoming entrance hall you will find the cottage light and airy, decorated and furnished in calm, neutral colours throughout. It is extremely well equipped to allow you to enjoy your holiday in the Cotswolds with all that you need whether you are travelling as a family with children or enjoying time away together with friends.
*RELAXING*
In the bright lounge, take a seat and relax in the armchair placed in the large bay window, making the most of the sunny aspect of this room where you can relax and watch Sky TV on the 42” Smart TV.
Take a look through our comprehensive visitor’s guide to help you plan your next day out or listen to your favourite radio station or music on the Amazon Echo bluetooth speaker.
Alternatively, you will find a large selection of adult’s and children’s books and a cupboard with plenty of board games, toys and jigsaws to keep everyone entertained on rainy days.
*DINING*
The modern and contemporary kitchen diner is bright and airy and is exceptionally well equipped with Bosch appliances which includes a dishwasher, electric oven, induction hob, large fridge freezer, washing machine and kettle, toaster and microwave.
The cupboards are well stocked with glasses and crockery, cooking utensils, dishes and saucepans should you want to cook while you are away.
Children are well catered for with plenty of plastic plates, beakers, bowls and cutlery. In the kitchen you will find a starter amount of tea, coffee (pods and sachets), milk, dishwasher tabs, washing up liquid, dish cloths, kitchen roll, clothes washing capsules and basic cupboard items such as ketchup, vinegar, salt and pepper, cooking oil, bin bags, foil, cling film, dishcloth, washing up liquid, kitchen roll etc are all provided.
You will find the nearby Coop or Tesco supermarket (in Stow) will be able to provide any further supplies that you may require during your stay.
The stylish table and chairs seat up to 6 guests and from here the wide French doors open out onto the sunny enclosed garden with outside seating to relax on at the end of the day.
A highchair and travel cot are also available on request at no extra charge.
*DOWNSTAIRS WC*
Storage for coats and shoes
*UTILITY CUPBOARD*
Tumble dryer, ironing board and iron
Children's stool
Hand held Dyson vacuum cleaner
Clothes airer and pegs
Laundry basket
First aid kit
*SLEEPING*
The first floor accommodation comprises of 3 double bedrooms all with comfortable, deep mattresses with fresh, white bedlinen which will allow you to relax and unwind, ready for your next day of sightseeing in this beautiful part of the country.
A hand towel and large bath sheet are provided for each guest.
-BEDROOM 1 - an elegant Master bedroom with UK Kingsize bed, bedside tables with drawers, large fitted wardrobe with laptop sized safe and hairdryer.
Modern ensuite bathroom with spacious shower cubicle.
-BEDROOM 2 - a luxurious UK Kingsize bed, bedside tables with drawers, full length mirror, hairdryer and free standing wardrobe with movement activated lighting when doors are opened.
-BEDROOM 3 - can be set up to your specific needs either as a twin with two single 2ft 6 beds or as one UK Kingsize bed, black out blind, full length mirror and free standing wardrobe also with movement activated lighting.
In addition to the master en-suite, there is a stylish family bathroom with bath and overhead shower attachment.
*OUTSIDE*
Leading off the kitchen is a sunny enclosed garden and private drive allowing off road parking for 2 cars and a garage which can be used as secure storage for bikes or buggies/pram with rear access to the garden.
*NEARBY AMENITIES*
A five-minute walk will take you to the near-by supermarket and then a short walk from there will bring you right into the centre of Bourton on the Water where you will be spoilt for choice with all the sights to see (without the need to locate a parking spot!).
Please do get in touch with any questions and we will respond as promptly as we can to answer your queries.
If you are 2 families/groups of friends travelling together, we have 2 other properties close by to Skylark Cottage that you may be able to book at the same time
*HONEYSTONE COTTAGE* 4 bed, modern detached property with off road parking, enclosed garden.
*KINGFISHER COTTAGE* 3 bed, modern detached property with off road parking, enclosed garden.

For more photos of our cottages and inspiration on nearby places to visit, follow us on Instagram: @cotswold_cottages
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The Local Area
Skylark Cottage is ideally situated just a short, flat walk from the centre of Bourton-on-the-Water. Leave the car behind and avoid parking charges while you enjoy the many cafés, pubs, and restaurants this charming village has to offer.
Bourton-on-the-Water is packed with family-friendly attractions, including:
The Model Village

The Cotswold Motoring Museum

Birdland Park & Gardens

The Dragonfly Maze

Greystones Nature Reserve

Or simply relax with an afternoon tea in one of the village’s cosy coffee houses and soak up the scenic views of the River Windrush, with its famous low stone bridges and resident ducks.
Within a short drive, you'll find even more to explore:
Historic estates such as Sudeley Castle, Blenheim Palace, and several National Trust properties

Family favourites including Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park, The Cotswold Wildlife Park, and the Corinium Museum in Cirencester

A host of picturesque Cotswold villages and market towns like Stow-on-the-Wold, Moreton-in-Marsh, Chipping Campden, Lower Slaughter, and Bibury

For walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, several scenic footpaths run nearby:
The Monarch’s Way, following the historic escape route of King Charles II

Sections of the Oxfordshire Way

The Windrush Way, beginning in Winchcombe and ending in Bourton

Maps and walking guides are available in the cottage to help you make the most of the beautiful countryside right from the front door.
Getting Around
While a car is helpful for exploring the wider area, public transport is available. The Pulhams 801 bus service stops nearby and offers connections to surrounding towns and villages.
During Your Stay
Guests have full access to the entire cottage, private garden and garage if needed.
We are local and on hand should you need any assistance during your stay—just give us a quick call.
As the property is in a quiet residential area, we kindly ask that you respect our neighbours, especially in regard to noise and parking.
House Information & Policies
This is a no smoking, no vaping and no drug-use property

Pet-free home – we do not allow pets

Please treat the cottage with care. We work hard to maintain it to a high standard for all our guests. We understand the occasional accident (like a broken glass!) can happen—just let us know of any damage so we can repair or replace items promptly

Early check-in/late check-out may be possible depending on availability – please enquire. A small charge of £10 per additional hour applies.

Property manager

Helen

Languages

English

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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

Cheltenham is home to this cottage. Old Mill and Sezincote House & Garden are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Broadway Tower Country Park and River Windrush. Cotswold Wildlife Park and The Model Village are also worth visiting.
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Bourton-on-the-Water, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bourton Model Railway Exhibition - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Model Village - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 10 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Shipton Station - 21 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheep - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Mousetrap Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water located?

Situated in Cheltenham, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of River Windrush, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and Cotswold Motoring Museum. The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Excellent property- ideal location and very modern
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana Z., La Jolla, US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

Best short term rental ever! Like new, fully fitted and great location. Fully recommend! Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in excellent location

Check in was straightforward and lots of good instructions on what to do and how to use things. Location is a short walk from the village and provides good access for other Cotswold attractions Helen was very helpful and answered all of our questions online in a timely manner. Cottage has good modern facilities including wifi & TV access. Highly recommend this property. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R., Severn, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and Convenient Home

Helen and Ian’s home is within walking distance to all of the attractions in Bourton on the Water and driving distance to nearby villages. The home was perfect in every way and very comfortable for the four of us. Helen and Ian made the check in and check out process easy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

m v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable house

Positive - nice, good equipped house - centrally situated in the Cotswolds - Bourton is a nice village - good restaurants nearby (15 min. walk) Suggestion: coatrack. We knew that 10 AM was the time to leave; there is no nood to repeat it so many times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cotswolds

WE had a great time, everything was great but must say the house is really only big enough for 4 people as was tight with luggage as we came from Bermuda we had possibly more than most people. also an outside table would have been great. overall we were really pleased.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

My family (three adults, two children) stayed at the cottage during our trip to the United Kingdom. It was a beautiful home where we felt immediately at home. The kitchen was well stocked and we had everything we needed to cook several meals. The beds were comfortable and cozy. The living room had games and books, so we were well entertained. The home was very clean and we felt right at home. We were able to easily walk into downtown Bourton on the Water to enjoy all the sites. We really enjoyed our stay and return. We highly recommend Skylark Cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay in Beautiful Bourton-on-the-Water

My best friend, adult daughter and I stayed at this great property for 3 nights. From the start, Helen was an excellent communicator. Being from another country, we were a little anxious about getting to the location in a rental car. It turned out there were no worries with that at all. Helen's directions were perfect and the on site parking was a great perk. The cottage was lovely and very well stocked. The location was walkable to many of the sites in Bourton. We used it as a central hub to explore the Cotswolds. The check in and check out process was as expected. We had the good luck to be in the area during a heat spell, making it seem more like the Midwest in America. We had a learning curve remembering that most places in England do not have air conditioning, but the fans that were provided were helpful. This was the ideal place for our little group to relax and recover after very busy days exploring. I would highly recommend this location and Helen as a host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter O., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Base to explore the Cotswold AONB

My Wife and I were so very happy we chose Bourton on the Water as our Base and this Home provided the perfect starting point. The Master Bed is extremely comfortable. The House is clean, very well equipped with modern facilities and in a nice, family-friendly neighborhood just a short walk to the village center (even shorter to the Coop Grocer). The lovely village of Bourton on the Water has many wonderful restaurant options and tourist attractions for young and old alike. Helen was very pleasant and always available, if needed. This property and location are highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cozy cottage with every extra imaginable!

Helen and Ian have thought of every comfort to make our stay fantastic. Couldn't have asked for anything more!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R., Milton Keynes

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meeting friends in the Cotswolds.

The property was everything it looked to be when I booked it. Very impressed with the detail,everything you needed for your stay was there they left a few bits and pieces which was very nice. There was another couple staying with us who were as equally impressed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous week

Thank you Helen and Ian for setting the perfect start to our week. Your home is in a great location that allowed us to do what we had hoped. Communiation was excellent before and during our stay. All the amenities you would want are here and your home was comfy for four adults. Thanks for the lovely welcome treats and all the extra info in your binder and grey bin. It helped in our planning. We mostly toured or hiked during the day, eating at a pub for lunch then made our compulsory 5 min. walk to the modern, large Coop where we discovered the delicious COOK foods for dinner. Favorites - Broadway Tower hike, Bourton to Slaughters hike; Mousetrap Pub, Lower Slaughter Inn; Cirencester market day. Thanks for a great week. Anyone considering the Cotswolds should book here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Beautiful property. Excellent linens/towels. Well appointed kitchen with everything you could need. Wonderful little welcome basket. Location is very good except for us old timers with bad knees. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian H., Epsom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in a perfect property

The property was perfect for our needs. Great location, just a short walk to the centre of Bourton-on-the-Water. The house itself is lovely - one of the best kitted out rentals we've stayed in, it had everything we needed. Good size rooms, great kitchen and outside space. Communication with the owner was superb, everything was super easy. Would highly recommend. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward & Tammy H., St. Catharines

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Our recent stay at the Skylark cottage was fantastic! Helen is an amazing host - prompt with her replies, helpful and very welcoming. We were there during a heatwave and Helen made sure we had fans to use to stay comfortable. She left us a lovely welcome basket which was appreciated by all. The home is immaculate, and includes all the necessities (laundry facilities, dishes, soap for hand washing, laundry and dishwasher as well as basic condiments, coffee, tea and milk, grocery bags, picnic blanket and cooler bag ). Skylark cottage is a short walk to the Co-op grocery store as well as the shops and restaurants in the village. We would highly recommend this rental if you are considering a trip to Bourton-on-the-Water!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Walk Into Town

Modern family home in quiet residential neighborhood. Short walk to Co-op for all of our grocery needs and to the town centre. The kitchen was one of the most well-stocked kitchens we’ve experienced in a VRBO property, you weren’t wanting for anything to cook a meal. One room had blackout curtains while the other two had light filtering window coverings. We appreciated the books, games and magazines left for our enjoyment and the comfortable living room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Clean as a whistle new home

There is much to love about this house - it is sparkling clean, and everything is new and well thought out. A thoughtful welcome basket, books and toys, games for kids are nice touches. We settled in nicely and enjoyed the proximity to all the little villages in the Cotswolds, nothing more that 20 minutes away. The one issue we had is that the listing does not say that this house is part of a large, new, cookie-cutter complex. We were very surprised pulling in to the sort of sterile, not very "cottage charm" area, as in the photo you can't tell that this is the case. Once we got over our initial disappointment (we are from the US and had a dreamy expectation of something more unique/not so urban) we did appreciate the home. You could walk to the main part of Bourton for coffee in just 15 min. Our host was an excellent communicator also. There is a bit of laundry prep and clean-up we were asked to do due to covid but hopefully that will be gone soon. Overall, it is a nice, clean home and close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in excellent property

This is a lovely modern house that is immaculate. It is very well equipped for a holiday home. Everything is clear with good instructions and communications with owners. Great location and a ten minute walk into central Bourton.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish all cottages were like this!

This holiday cottage is an absolute gem. It is modern and very well equipped, beautifully clean and a perfect location for shops and the village. I would love to stay again and the communication with Helen the owner was first class.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn't have asked for better!

Skylark Cottage is a beautiful property set in a great location within Bourton. Everything and more within the cottage had been thought about, and we needed for nothing. Cleanliness was faultless and communication from the owner was superb. We were a group of friends staying for a long weekend, but the property and its location would equally suit a family with children or a couple looking for a romantic break.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

A well equipped house in the perfect location for exploring the Cotswolds.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bourton on the water

A beautiful house that is so homely and well equipped in a great location and only a 15minute walk into Bourton.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cotswold Mini Break

We loved staying here and it is perfect for a short break. Walking distance to all that Bourton on the Water offers and near to lots of other attractions too. We have stayed in many holiday rentals with our family over the years and this one is definitely the best equipped and communication with the host was brilliant. We will be booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Skylark cottage is within walking distance of Bourton on Water. The cottage contains everything you need for your stay. It’s an immaculate clean property with easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Helen was fantastic and so was the property. Exactly as described and better than we expected. The welcome basket was an exceptional touch and this is how holiday let’s should be done. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Helen

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We live and work close by so can be on hand if needed fairly promptly.

Why they chose this property

We work extremely hard to ensure that our guests have the best standard of self catering accommodation during their stay in the Cotswolds. We hope that both properties have everything you need for a relaxing and fuss free break in Bourton on the Water.

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