Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51000 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Cirencester, ENG

Cirencester Church6 min drive
Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre6 min drive
Cotswold Country Park and Beach16 min drive
Birmingham (BHX)91 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Waterton Stables is an old house, full of character, having been the stable block/groom's cottage for the large manor house nearby, now converted into two dwellings - the 'cottage' for guests which is attached to the 'stables' end of the house where the owners live full-time. The interior is well furnished and comfortable, and has a unique character. Please note, it is not a 'modern' space, this would not reflect it's age or character, but we hope the photos provide an adequate reflection of this.
It is approached by a long drive, with fields on either side, leading to a large courtyard with ample space for parking.
Upstairs, the attached guest cottage has 1 double bedroom, 1 twin and a single bedroom. There is also a bathroom with shower and bath, and a separate wc. Downstairs is an entrance hall, sitting room with large flat screen TV, a dining area and kitchen overlooking the garden. There is also a utility room with washer, dryer, wc and shower.
Outside there are table and chairs, and 2 loungers for guests' use. There is also a swimming pool which can be used at the owner's discretion. The pool is close to the house near the 'stable' end, but the owners are happy for discerning guests to use and enjoy it.
The local pub is a 5 minute walk away, and is perfect for an evening meal if you prefer to walk rather than drive. They now have a farm shop and an excellent take-away menu. There are many wonderful pubs nearby, beautiful towns and villages to visit with excellent food and warm cosy interiors for winter nights, and gardens with views for summer eating. It's a wonderful area for a break.

Property manager

Gillie

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please leave the house clean and tidy and ensure you wash up before leaving.

Please leave dirty shoes in hallway and no food or drink upstairs.. Thank you!

Please leave wet towels and bath mats in the bath, not on the floor.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cirencester

Located in Cirencester, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Cotswold Wildlife Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Thames River. Combat Splat and Lakeside Ski & Wake are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Cirencester, ENG

What's nearby

Cirencester Church - 6 min drive
Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 6 min drive
Arlington Row - 12 min drive
Cirencester Park Polo Club - 13 min drive
Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

Cirencester Kemble Station - 16 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

Tesco Cafe - 7 min drive
Dolcetti Ice Cream Company Limited - 6 min drive
The Bear Inn - 7 min drive
Toro Lounge - 7 min drive
Teatro Bar & Restaurant - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Cirencester Church, Church of St John the Baptist and New Brewery Arts Centre. Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist and Combat Splat are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Julie P., Seattle, Washington, US

5 September 2023

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

Lovely quiet place to stay in the Cotswolds

Converted stables was a fantastic 3 bedroom 2 bath place to stay southwest of the touristy area in the Cotswolds. The hosts are lovely; there's a friendly resident doggie, a pool, and lovely outdoor seating where we 4 enjoyed the drinks and snacks we'd purchased not too far away at the Waitrose. Thanks for a lovely time!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Didier c.

30 July 2023

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

Quiet location ideal for visiting the region

Lovely house in a quiet location and very well situated for visiting the Cirencester area. Lovely garden for breakfast in the sun! Very pleasant owner, easy to communicate.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

27 July 2023

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

Fantastic host

and great place to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Eva H.

12 June 2023

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

Ländlich

Die Wohnung ist gemütlich und geräumig. Es handelt sich um ein altes Haus mit Steinmauern, die auch im Sommer nicht richtig warm werden.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie S.

17 January 2023

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

Very warm and beautiful house

We spent 6 wonderful days in this beautiful, clean and refined furnitured house, in a very calm area. The surrounding villages are also stunning. A lots of things to do : countryside walks, Oxford visits, Blenheim palace, a lot of villages to discover. Gillie, The owner was very welcoming.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gillie

We are a family of 4, but our 2 children now live and work in London which is why we decided to open up the house to visitors. It has been wonderful meeting a huge variety of people, from many different countries.

Why they chose this property

The house is full of character and was converted to a house (from a groom's cottage plus stables) at least 30 years ago. Cotswold houses were built with small windows to keep in the warmth but the windows here are large and numerous so it is a light bright house, cool in the summer but warm in the winters. The garden is well maintained and guests have an area immediately outside the kitchen to sit and enjoy the views with a glass of wine on warm summer evenings. There is plenty of peace and privacy.
It is an area of outstanding beauty, with pretty villages, beautiful stone houses and lovely market towns.

What makes this property unique

The house has an unusual layout, good sized rooms, beautiful stonework and a unique character.It is old and this is reflected throughout. We have the benefit of the original courtyard, once large enough for horses and carriages, now giving us ample space for parking for both us and our visitors. We look out on fields, are very private and yet only 3 miles from the lovely market town of Cirencester.