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The Dovetail - Cotswold Living

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Living area
Living area
Dining
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Birdlip, England
  • Place, Crickley Hill Country Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cheltenham Town Hall
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheltenham Racecourse
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Dovetail - Cotswold Living

A design-led bolt hole for those yearning to escape life's humdrum. Escape to the Cotswolds and enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay at the Dovetail. Interior Designed to perfection, offering guests a unique experience. Conveniently located between Cheltenham and Cirencester, you can use our space as a base to explore to English countryside or simply as a sanctuary to escape the fast-paced humdrum of city life.

Cowley Manor & The Green Dragon Inn are a delightful cross-country walk away and a delicious reward for hitting your step target, come and stay.

We live in the main house, but tend to keep to ourselves unless guests require more interaction or have questions.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Should your party be more than 2 guests, each additional guest is charged at £25 per night. This covers the cost of sheets and additional cleaning.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cheltenham Playhouse and Everyman Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Parabola Arts Centre and Walks With Hawks. Colwell Arts Centre and Barnwood Arboretum & Park are also worth visiting.
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Map
Birdlip, England

What's nearby

  • Crickley Hill Country Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 20 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 24 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 27 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Sudeley Castle - 36 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • Cam and Dursley Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whittle Inn Brewers Fayre - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Norwood Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lilley Brook Bar & Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dovetail - Cotswold Living pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dovetail - Cotswold Living?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dovetail - Cotswold Living on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$507, 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 The Dovetail - Cotswold Living?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Dovetail - Cotswold Living?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dovetail - Cotswold Living?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dovetail - Cotswold Living located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Crickley Hill Country Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Prinknash Abbey and University of Gloucestershire. Cheltenham General Hospital and Imperial Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Bert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Very peaceful
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S E.

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

Beautiful stay!

The property was just as beautiful as it appears in photos, so tastefully decorated! It had everything we needed and the bed was like sleeping on a cloud. Irene was super helpful with recommendations etc. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Irene McCarthy

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I am an experience designer for a firm based in London and Michael owns a construction company. We have an incredibly keen love for travel without boundaries, health & fitness, meeting new people and continuously learning new things. During your stay

Why they chose this property

It's beautiful and quite serene. The perfect place to raise our young family.

What makes this property unique

Our property is over 200 years old and is a character Cotswolds stone barn. It has been renovated and decorated piece by piece over that past 6 years.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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