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Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton

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Orchard Cottage, Didmarton - StayCotswold

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Badminton, ENG
  • Place, Westonbirt Arboretum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Highgrove House and Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Highgrove House
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton

Orchard Cottage is perfectly positioned, within the grounds of a quintessential Cotswold Country House near Tetbury, overlooking the orchards and beyond. A charming Cotswold cottage, decorated to a high standard, the bedroom has a king-size bed with en-suite bathroom. The reception room has high beams and a round porthole window, stylish and comfortable. Badminton Horse Trials and Westonbirt Arboretum a stone's throw away. Bath nearby.

Summary
Sleeps 2 in 1 bedroom with King size bed and en-suite bathroom

Ground Floor
Living /dining room, smart TV
Kitchen : electric hob, combi oven, fridge/freezer compartment, Nespresso coffee maker (starter supply of pods provided), Washing machine available

Outside
Enclosed courtyard. Table with seating for 2 and additional bench
Parking for 1 car

Please be aware that from 1st September to the end of March, the stables adjacent to Orchard Cottage are actively used. In September, the horses can come in from grazing as early as 4:30am, the horses “live in” the stables from the end of September. We expect there to be some disturbance and noise from the horses during this time. If you like horses, this is the dream stay for you!

The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 2 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 1 additional infant (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided
Off street parking is available for 1 car
Travel cots and highchairs are not provided, so guests will need to bring these with them
Sorry, no pets
Free WiFi (Download speed 43.9 Mbps/Upload speed 7.83 Mbps)
Smart TV
Enclosed garden
Electric central heating system
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property

Things to Note...
Events are not permitted without prior consent
Either a Security Deposit or payment of an Accidental Damage Waiver is required at this property
Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00
Please be aware that from the 1st of September to the end of March, the stables adjacent to Orchard Cottage are actively used. In September, the horses can come in from grazing as early as 4:30am, “living in” the stables from the end of September. We expect there to be some disturbance and noise from the horses during this time

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Badminton

Located in Badminton, this cottage is in a rural area. Manor House Golf Club and Chipping Sodbury Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dyrham Park and Birds Marsh. Westonbirt Arboretum and Hookshouse Pottery are also worth visiting.
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Didmarton, near Tetbury, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Westonbirt Arboretum - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Highgrove House and Gardens - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Highgrove House - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Highgrove Gardens - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Chavenage House - 12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 20 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rattlebone Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Holford Arms - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Snooty Fox Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whatley Manor - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burton Farm Shop - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton on 29 June 2026 start from NZ$331, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Converted stable and the perfect romantic getaway - Orchard Cottage, Didmarton located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Westonbirt Arboretum, Hookshouse Pottery and Highgrove House and Gardens. Highgrove House and Chavenage House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William S.

EXCELLENT STAY

This is a superb location and wonderful accommodation with excellent facilities, especially the kitchen. We have visited several times and love to stay there. Just a couple of very minor things we noticed this time. They didn't detract from our enjoyment but perhaps they could be fixed. The water flow from the hot tap in the bathroom sink is very poor. The TV remote was not working (we tried new batteries) and this was quite inconvenient as we would have liked to watch something in the evening. A bulb on one of the bedside lights needs replacing ( there wasn't a spare to replace it)..
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2026
Thank you William for your review of your recent stay at Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to know that you have visited the cottage several times and enjoy the location and the wonderful accommodation. Thank you for your feedback which we will pass onto the property management team to rectify these issues. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Great stay

Brilliant property, lovely interior and very cosy. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Thank you Sarah for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charming cottage

Lovely stay in this delightful cottage. It was well equipped for our stay and very well located. The owner was very polite and helpful. Would highly recommend and we will definitely return.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you Mark for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be delightful, well equipped and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A very enjoyable stay

The cottage was excellent. Very clean and perfect for want l wanted for a few days away. I would definitely recommend it
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you Susan for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be excellent, clean and perfect for your few days away. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Cotswolds at its best

The second time we have stayed here. Beautiful and interesting location. Excellent facilities,......
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2025
Hi William, Thank you so much for your lovely review — we’re absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Orchard Cottage in Didmarton! It really means a lot to us to know that you felt at home and appreciated the facilities we work hard to maintain. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another peaceful Cotswolds escape. Warmest wishes, The StayCotswold Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful countryside getaway

My partner and I booked a weekend getaway from the city, and our cottage was perfect in every way we could have hoped for. The location was ideal, and the interiors were both beautiful and exceptionally comfortable, reflecting the high quality of the property. While we did encounter a couple of small issues, the customer service team was friendly, attentive, and resolved everything quickly. Overall, it was a truly wonderful experience, and we look forward to booking with Stay Cotswold again!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2025
Thank you Dishav for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautiful, exceptionally comfortable and perfect. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Fantastic little cottage.

Booked very last minute and very glad we did. Perfect little home away from home. Lovely and clean, light and airy and very comfortable bed. High quality furnishings throughout, although it would be good if the fold down table could be folded up! to give a bit more space. Everything else you could need for a short break and we hope to be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2025
Thank you Andrew for your review of Orchard Cottage in Didmarton. We are delighted to read that you found the property to be a perfect little home away from home. We are pleased to know that it was clean. light and airy with a comfortable bed. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Stay at Orchard Cottage

Accommodation was lovely….everything was on hand and spotlessly clean Staff working on and around the grounds were friendly and helpful. It was a restful break in a stunning environment look forward to returning!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2022
Thank you for the 5-stars, Terry! We're delighted to hear you had a great break and hope to see you again at Orchard Cottage!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage in a lovely location

Beautiful cottage in a lovely location. A small but perfectly formed cottage in a quiet setting so quiet we could hear the owls at night.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Orchard Cottage and enjoyed the beautiful location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart B.

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

Weekend break in the Cotswolds

The cottage is set in the tranquil grounds of a large house. With lovely gardens and stables all around. It was perfect for our trip to Westonbirt Arboretum and surrounding villages. Very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Thank you Stewart for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An ideal country retreat

Central to south Gloucester, withing easy traveling distance to all the places we wanted to visit. the cottage itself was set in the well manicured land adjacent to the owners quintessential Cotswolds house, tended by Charlie and Rob the friendly gardeners who took time to talk to us about the area. my wife even had a quick demonstration of the farrier who was changing the horseshoes of one on the horses that occupied the stables next door. alltogether a memorable week
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2025
Thank you Stephen for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and exploring the area. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

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

A comfortable home away from home

Very relaxing and comfortable little cottage with lovely views over the gardens. Great location. Home comforts, warm and cozy. Had the best nights sleep out of all of our UK stays. Robin the host was very obliging, and the property team of Rob and Charlie were a pleasure to chat with. They made us feel very welcome. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in such a lovely setting on the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thank you Bruce for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely Stay!

Orchard Cottage was a very lovely place which was clean and had everything we needed. It was also comfortable and cozy. It had an excellent location for us to visit everything in the Cotswolds that we wanted to. It was also exceptionally quiet overall!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Thank you Lauren for your lovely review! We are glad that you had a comfortable and relaxing stay at Orchard Cottage, and enjoyed the wonderful location. We hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage

The location of the cottage is great if you like horses and peace and quiet, in the local area you have several small towns where you can buy the things you need.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2022
Thank you for your lovely review Jon, we are glad to hear you had nice and relaxing stay at Orchard Cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our second stay at Orchard Cottage.

Orchard Cottage was as clean, comfortable and warm as we remembered from our first stay. Both visits were a cold week in January. Although you are told there may be noise from the horses, they are very quiet and did not disturb us at all.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2025
Thank you Philippa for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be clean, comfortable and warm. We hope you will be back to stay a third time soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very good for our few days getaway, in a lovely location and the neighbours were very friendly and helpful when looking for somewhere to eat. It has a spacious lounge and bedroom, excellent bathroom. the kitchen was very good but a we bit small. This would be a lovely cottage with a bit more attention to detail. The entrance door is draughty and the lock unpredictable, The edge was taken off the stay by the uncomfortable sofa and the unstable chairs. It would have been nice to have sat outside for a drink but the garden furniture was old and dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2025
Thank you Brian for your review. We are delighted that you found the property to be very good for your few days away. We are sorry to hear that the sofa and chairs did not match up to your personal level of comfort. We do hope that you will be back to stay in the Cotswolds again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cosy cottage in quiet surroundings

Orchard cottage was lovely and had a very cosy homely feel to it. The area is very quiet perfect for getting away from city living. There are a number of areas nearby to visit within a half hour drive or less so plenty to do and see. The King's Arms is a lovely pub to go have a drink at or have some food and only a short walk away.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2022
Thank you Stacey for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted you found the property to be cosy, homely and in a quiet area. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

betsy d.

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

Perfect village retreat

This charming and clean cottage is surrounded by beautiful gardens. Easy access to walking paths and short drives to Cotswold villages and more walking. It was just what I needed to enjoy the gorgeous area and recharge. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2023
Thank you Betsy for your review. We are delighted you found the property to be charming, clean and in a lovely location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Charming and unusual

Pretty and secluded location. Added interested was provided by the nearby beautiful horses and related activity, we saw some shoeing. The accommodation was well designed, very clean and well equipped. Can strongly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2024
Thank you William for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Shaun M.

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

Long Weekend Break

Great location about 25 mins from Bath and some beautiful scenery. Plenty of National Trust places nearby. Only (minor) faults with the property were lack of an oven glove and no fan in bathroom meant some steaming up.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2022
Thank you Shaun for your review of Orchard Cottage. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay at Orchard Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Orchard Cottage. It was well equipped and perfectly located for our planned visits to Highgrove and Westonbirt Arboretum. Beautiful location and good weather meant we could enjoy breakfast on the patio. The jug of milk in the fridge on arrival was much appreciated, thank you. We ate at The Kings Arms one evening which is highly recommended and just a short stroll from Orchard Cottage. Overall, a super comfy stay and two great night's sleep!
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Thank you Fiona for your wonderful 5* review of Orchard Cottage. It is lovely to read that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay at the cottage. It was well equipped and perfectly located to visit the Cotswolds and places of interest. We are pleased to read that the milk left in the fridge for your arrival was appreciated and you would highly recommend The Kings Arms for a meal. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth f.

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

Excellent in every way.

Excellent base for our spring tour around Highgrove and subsequent walks around the beautiful surrounding countryside right from the front door. Really inviting from the moment we drove up the daffodil lined drive. The inside was tastefully decorated, neat and tidy with everything needed for a short break. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2023
Thank you for your lovely review Elizabeth. We are happy to hear that you had an excellent stay at Orchard Cottage, and we hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Orchard Cottage is a beautifully presented, modern, spacious stable conversion on the edge of the Cotswolds, set in the grounds of a small cluster of houses at one end of the village. The property has super convenient parking immediately outside, a comfortable living room, fully equipped kitchen and very large bedroom with adjoining bathroom. On our visit, the property was immaculately presented and spotlessly clean throughout. Although we didn't do any cooking on site, the kitchen is extremely well stocked, and the large fridge with ice box was appreciated. The location is extremely quite, and accessing the property was extremely easy. The property is extremely good value and I'd highly recommend it to anyone (single or couple) looking for a quiet, secluded spot for a memorable getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Weekend at Orchard Cottage

An absolutely beautiful place in an idyllic location (quiet and away from everyone). Orchard Cottage is perfect for two people and ideal for those who find stairs difficult . I could quite happily live in Orchard Cottage . The only advise we could think of is, some people might not be used to an enamel bath (bit slippery when wet) so maybe purchasing a non slip shower mat would be ideal!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Thank you for the great review Natasha, we are so pleased you enjoyed your weekend at Orchard Cottage, hope to welcome you back soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Perfect last minute break

This was a last minute booking that was handled with ease. The cottage was next to a stable for horses, which were a sight to see! Definitely no issues with disturbances from them. And the garden view was beautiful, best in the summer time I suppose where you can relax and soak in the view. They had a good heating system where it didn't take long for us to feel toasty indoors. Overall, it was a perfect cottage that had all the amenities we needed.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2022
Thank you for your lovely review on Orchard Cottage. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and the cottage was nice and toasty!! We hope to welcome you back again soon.

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