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COTSWOLD HISTORIC COTTAGE, WITH LARGE GARDEN

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The Terrace - this cottage is to the right
The Living Area, its huge seventeenth century fireplace, now with log burner.
Living area
Interior
The Mullioned Window Bench  - a great place to curl up with a book

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Naunton, England
  • Cotswold Farm Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • The Model Village
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Sudeley Castle
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

First Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

En suite shower and toilet

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

COTSWOLD HISTORIC COTTAGE, WITH LARGE GARDEN

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.

Property manager

Mark Fox
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

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.
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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
  • Huffkins Stow
  • The Chestnut Tree
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Mousetrap Inn - ‬9 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

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber Y.

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

Lovely stay in the Cotswolds

This was a lovely little place and very clean and tidy. There are stairs so can be tricky if you have large heavy luggage. Excellent facilities and the pub close by had delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

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

Great stay!

We loved our 2 night stay in Naunton. The house was charming and very comfortable with everything we needed. Mark and Lorraine were very responsive to messages and check in was easy. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tari W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met fantastic expectations. Away from the hustle and bustle within the Cotswolds, yet close enough to visit the AONB. Great neighbors and neighborhood. Beds were comfortable. View was charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alex A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loven our stay and lovend the quiet village of Naunton. Easy check in and accurate representatie of the place.Good ends and sufficient kitchen supplies. The garden not attached directly to the cottage makes it a bit of a walk with glasses and plates etc when you like to eat outside. And passing the neighbours outdoor mess is not a bit dissapointing. Overall a very nice stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Quirky Cotswold Cottage

Quirky little Cotswolds cottage. Loved it. Garden is 2 doors away, which was interesting. Just added to the funny little local vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

True Cotswolds experience!

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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

My 80th birthday stay

We had a very nice stay, my family from Denmark really liked the English atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

Great Place

Lovely place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will N.

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

Relaxed getaway spot

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor L.

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

Quaint cottage in a great location.

Quaint comfortable, well facilitated. In a good central location in the Cotswolds. Small quiet village with a great pub.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark d.

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

Stay in the Cotswolds

Very enjoyable stay- the cottage is lovely, well equipped. There’s a great pub a couple of minutes down the road for dinner
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Character accommodation in excellent location

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Ian D.

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.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandi s.

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

Treasure

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
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil C.

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

Lovely quaint little cottage,great location, people very friendly in the village.

Only one very small criticism, if you are trying to cook a roast dinner eg:- Christmas lunch, there was only one small roasting tin, not really big enough for the turkey and all the trimmings. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back in the near future.

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

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

Quiet Cotswolds village

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.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William F., Placerville, California, USA

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

Charming

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gundula G.

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

Schönes Haus in schönem Dorf

Wir haben mit unseren Erwachsenen Kindern ein herrliches Wochenende in dem Haus verbracht. Dass schöne liebevoll renovierte Haus bot alle Annehmlichkeiten, die man sich wünscht: sehr gute Betten, perfekte Duschen etc., sehr gut ausgestattete Küche, Esstisch im Garten - kurz alles wunderbar. Naunton ist ein guter Ausgangspunkt für eine herrliche Wander Rundtour, die im Haus vorgeschlagen war und die wir auch gemacht haben. Außerdem sind wir mit Vergnügen in der Gaststätte „the black horse“, die sehr gemütlich ein paar Häuser weiter war, eingekehrt. Vielen Dank an Mark!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

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

All the character to embrace the Cotswold area

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon D.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

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

Nice stay with good location

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
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan H.

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

Lovely Break

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D., Austin, Texas

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

Perfect respite

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!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

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

Girls week-end

Accurate description. Excellent response time for queries. Wrll done Mark and team!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

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

Cosy cottage

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mark Fox

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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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