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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 464 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Broadway, Worcestershire
  • Place, Anderson Gallery
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Russell Design Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Broadway Tower
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

18th century thatched Cotswold holiday cottage in Broadway - Orchard Cottage, Broadway

Orchard Cottage is a blissful 18th century thatched holiday cottage which sleeps four guests, in two well presented bedrooms, with a family bathroom. This spacious grade II listed Cotswold stone cottage perfectly blends contemporary decor with traditional character, including a Cotswold stone fireplace and a cosy electric flame effect stove, exposed wooden beams and a variety of modern facilities. On the ground floor are spacious and well-appointed rooms, and outside there is a beautiful rear garden comprising of three attractive areas with a variety of comfortable seating and a charcoal barbecue, making it perfect for al fresco dining in the warmer months. Orchard Cottage also accepts two medium sized dogs to join in the adventure!

Accommodation
This two bedroom holiday cottage in Broadway is the perfect retreat for a couple, small family or group of friends looking to explore the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting room
Dual aspect characterful room with a Cotswold stone feature wall, exposed wooden beams, Cotswold stone fireplace with electric flame effect stove, two-seater leather sofa, two armchairs, leather pouffe, two-seater Ottoman, wall-mounted Smart TV with DVD player and a small selection of board games

Kitchen/dining room
A well-equipped room with beautiful garden views. Amenities include an electric oven with induction hob, integrated fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, wine cooler, kettle, coffee percolator, toaster, two-seater leather sofa, wooden dining table with seating for four, stereo and a small selection of DVDs

Family bathroom
Bath with overhead shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail

First Floor

Master bedroom (Sleeps 2)
A beautifully presented eaves room with double bed with storage boxes beneath, chest of drawers, oak chest and a hanging rail for further storage

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
An elegantly furnished room with tranquil garden views, built-in double bed with storage beneath, chest of drawers and a hanging rail for further storage

Outside
Accessed via the kitchen, the stunning garden comprises of three areas with a variety of flowers and shrubbery dotted throughout. The patio, lawn garden and a gravel area is home to a two-seater Rattan sofa, two armchairs, an outdoor table and seating for four, plus a charcoal barbecue, making it perfect for al fresco dining in the warmer months.

Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is four guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by one additional infant (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided
Guests can load and unload cars outside the property, however please note that parking is not permitted on this road between 8am and 6pm. There is some free on-street parking available in Broadway, however guests may prefer to park in the long stay car park, a short walk away from the property
1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided)
2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per dog per booking. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
Strong WiFi 
Mobile phone reception is generally OK
Smart TV 
Enclosed garden
Charcoal BBQ (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Gas central heating system
There are steep and winding stairs, low beams and low doorways on the first floor 
The garden is tiered and therefore young children should be supervised outside at all times
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...
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Fireplace

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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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is 18th century thatched Cotswold holiday cottage in Broadway - Orchard Cottage, Broadway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 18th century thatched Cotswold holiday cottage in Broadway - Orchard Cottage, Broadway?

As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 18th century thatched Cotswold holiday cottage in Broadway - Orchard Cottage, Broadway on 11 July 2026 start from AU$504, 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.

What time is check-in at 18th century thatched Cotswold holiday cottage in Broadway - Orchard Cottage, Broadway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 18th century thatched Cotswold holiday cottage in Broadway - Orchard Cottage, Broadway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 18th century thatched Cotswold holiday cottage in Broadway - Orchard Cottage, Broadway located?

Situated in Broadway, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Anderson Gallery and Broadway Museum and Art Gallery. Gordon Russell Design Museum and Priory Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cottage

Lovely cosy cottage in a great location. Our second stay. Broadway is a lovely village with great walks, shops and places to eat.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane Lomax

Great stay, perfect location

Lovely little cottage, perfect for our needs. We had to contact the cottage manager, he responded very quickly. Great service.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2025
Thank you Jane for your review of Orchard Cottage Broadway. We were so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and found it to meet your needs. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice stay in a characteristic house in a beautiful village

We spent a few days in this nice traditional cottage. The location is very good, just 5 minutes walk from High Street and atlhough there is no private parking place, there is Long Stay carpark just 2 minutes away where you can park for 4 pounds per day. The kitchen is very light and spacious and well equipped. The living room is cosy and characteristic. The bedrooms upstairs are comfortable but not very big, especially the smaller one. The beds were very comfortable. The modern bathroom is downstairs and is well equipped. However, the shower is only a Rain Forest shower and there was no possiblity to use a hand shower which was the only thing we really did not like.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

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

Fabulous short break

Beautiful quaint cottage, very well equipped, lovely situation, so near to everything. Had a wonderful short break relaxing with family thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2024
Thank you Natalie for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

James U.

Great getaway cottage

Very charming cottage in a great location with all amenities you’d need. Would definitely recommend. Welcome bits much appreciated
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2024
Thank you James for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be very charming, well equipped and in a great location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for a short stay!

Absolutely loved the cottage - super clean and had everything we needed. Location was great too, 5 minutes walk to the high street. Lots of lovely pubs ! Just what we wanted.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2022
Thank you for your review Maddie. We are glad you loved Orchard Cottage and hope we can welcome you back to the Cotswolds soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annmarie f.

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

Quaint cottage with a great location

We had a lovely time at the Orchard Cottage. It was the prefect place for a quick weekend getaway in Broadway. It was well appointed with everything we needed with several nice touches. We would recommend this to our friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2023
Thank you Annmarie for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be the perfect place for your weekend getaway. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Had a lovely time!

Lovely, cosy cottage, perfect location, parking very convenient, really enjoyed our stay. Only negatives were that surfaces in the kitchen were a bit sticky and the bathroom door didn’t latch closed - minor issues though and they did not detract.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and the Cottage was in the perfect location for you to explore the Cotswolds. We do provide the contact details of the property manager in the welcome email who are there to sort out any issues or problems during the stay. We hope to welcome you back to the Cotswolds again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul R.

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

Paul, Karen & Oscar the dog.

Very nice cottage just a short walk from the village shops and pubs. We didn’t give 5* for everything because it wasn’t perfect but nothing major or worth going into detail over.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2024
Thank you Paul for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Davies

Wonderful

Orchard Cottage was perfect. We had a wonderful few days. The location is idea being a short walk from Broadway. The cottage is cosy with everything that is needed.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review of Orchard Cottage. We are happy to hear that you had everything you needed during your stay, and that you enjoyed the lovely location. We hope to see you again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Convenient location and nice cottage

A great cottage but not great for tall people the rooms upstairs doorways were just too low so quite a few bumps! Wouldn’t choose to stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
Thank you Rebecca for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be great. The property was built in the 18th Century and therefore does have traditional features such as steep stairs and low doorways which we do prewarn guests of in the finer details. We hope you will be back to stay in the Cotswolds again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Lovely stay in Broadway

A fantastic long weekend in Broadway, the cottage was perfect everything we could of asked for was at hand. A beautify cottage which felt even more cosy as the weather wasn't kind. Just a short stroll from Broadway high street with all of its charm, super local shops, restaurants and pubs. We would certainly recommend and return.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review Andrew. We are so thrilled to hear you enjoyed the fabulous location and thought Orchard Cottage was perfect. We really do hope to welcome you back to the Cotswolds soon!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Natalie R.

Weekend break

We had water come up through floor first night of stay cannot fault the house manager who responded immediately and kept in touch throughout, however there was a smell from this through stay also the fridge and freezer stopped working which we found when packing on the last day which resulted in us having to throw frozen amd chilled food
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2024
Thank you Natalie for your review of Orchard Cottage and for your patience whilst the property manager tried to assist with the water issue. Sadly, when you put the frying pan back in the cupboard it must have touched the switch on the socket the fridge/freezer was plugged into as it was switched off. The fridge/freezer is now back on and working as it should. We do hope that overall, you enjoyed your time exploring the Cotswolds!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage

Really cute cottage and had a lovely stay. Very safe and secure for dogs. Needs a little bit of TLC as most door catches broken, dishwasher falling apart, and just few small details. It is very small but fine for three of us as one was a child, would think too small for 4 adults. Fantastic location for high street and nice touch with wine, milk and cake left for us.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2023
Thank you Claire for your review of Orchard Cottage. We are delighted you found the property to be cute and that you had a lovely stay. The dishwasher has now been replaced and the property has been booked in for some maintenance work next month. We do hope that you would look to stay again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darcy C.

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

Nice stay in Broadway

The property was as expected and fulfilled our needs for our 2 night stay. Parking was not on property, but it was close by and a very friendly neighbor helped navigate our parking options. One minor issues, there was construciton going on immediately next door which was not mentioned for the time frame we were staying and started early in the morning. Given the historical value and requirements of the home, the staircase and doorways upstairs are very short and tight. It adds to the charm however something to understand if you are a tall person. It is a very nice place to enjoy your time in the Cotswolds with local hiking and easy access to nearby towns. A couple or family of 3 could enjoy other amenitis provided in the home during a longer stay. I would recommend this unique, one-of-a-kind location for a short or long stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Thank you Darcy for your review. We are delighted you found the property to be charming and in a good location. The property was built in the 18th Century and therefore has traditional features such as low doorways, steep and narrow stairs and low beams. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dominik H.

Lovely cottage but in need of maintenance in a few places

The cottage is a super cute place to stay, Broadway is lovely and you can tell that a lot of effort went into the initial design of the cottage and into trying to make visitors feel welcome. However, when we visited (July 2023) a couple of features were in need of a bit of maintenance (dishwasher trays were wobbly, kitchen equipment was old-ish and cutlery a very random mix, clothes line reel nearly falling off its fixing on the wall, garden a bit unkept). None of them a big deal in themselves and none really disturbed our holiday but taken together they left us feeling the condition of the property was a bit below the standard you might have expected from the pictures.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Thank you Dominik for your recent review of Orchard Cottage. We are pleased to read that the cottage is super cute and you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for passing on your feedback which we have passed onto property owner and he will purchase some new crockery and cutlery and attend to the maintenance issues. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gavin H.

Decent cottage in great location

As per title, the cottage is in a great location and is okay for a family of four with two young kids (note the second bed is a small double and built in on three sides). Some board games etc. were in the house which is a great touch. The place did feel like it could use a deep clean though - eg the washing machine has mould in the seal, the kitchen benches are probably due a sanding and re-sealing as they were a bit tacky to touch and there were a lot of cobwebs when we arrived which shouldn't have been there. It'd also be nice if there was some compressed foam (or similar) on the bedroom doorways and we (the adults) hit our heads numerous times on the low doorway. Despite the above, it was a nice cottage and very good value for money - a few minor updates and it'd be great.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2022
Thank you for taking the trouble to share your feedback, Teresa. We’re pleased your family had a great stay at Orchard Cottage and loved the Broadway location. We also appreciate your constructive comments which have been shared with the owner and housekeeper.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mick P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Only stayed the first two nights of seven.

Issues with cleanliness of property. Issues with cleanliness of cutlery and crockery. Issues with damp and mould in bathroom and bedroom windows. Issues with damage to bedroom ceiling. Issues with dishwasher. Property manager was quick to respond and visit. Owner was quick to offer a refund. Neither VRBO nor Stay Cotswolds would refund booking fees. Very poor service from Stay Cotswolds.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2023
Thank you Mick for your review. We are sorry to hear that you experienced an issue whilst staying at the property. The dishwasher has now been replaced so hopefully now the crockery and cutlery will come out clean. The windows are metal framed and single glazed so unfortunately do suffer from condensation from time to time. Orchard Cottage is grade II listed and was built in the 18th Century which was well before damp proof courses were introduced so sadly after wet weather you will find that the stone will absorb some of the moisture. The ceiling in the second bedroom was sadly damaged by a previous guest as explained to you during your stay. The plaster is lime plaster and sadly it cannot be filled, a specialist plasterer has been booked to replace the ceiling later this month. We are sorry that you chose to vacate the property early, the property manager did advise you beforehand that the listing fees would not be refunded.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Cottage requires a lot of TLC and deep clean

Having booked 6x nights over the Christmas period, we left after 5. We decided that the cottage needs significant care and attention. It’s not a particularly nice environment combined with a most unrested stay. It feels like it has been heavily rented and not well cared for. The issues documented here are not due to the age of property, or it being a cute old cottage; they are due to heavy wear and tear and lack of care in the management of the property. Overly, we are disappointed with the standard of this property and the level of comfort, hence leaving early. - the two chairs by the fire were extremely dirty. To the point which one needed laundering before we could sit on it. We cleaned this, so not sure why the management company couldn’t. It was very, very dirty. - the latch on the main door from porch to sitting room was missing. Could not close the door unless an items was rested against it. This door needs to be closed to attempt to create a cosy atmosphere in the cottage. Otherwise looking to a storage cupboard. - no latch, nor lock, on the bathroom and toilet door. Not able to either close, nor lock the door - mattress in master bedroom extremely hard and uncomfortable. Mattress in second bedroom slightly better, but overall quality low, leading to sleepless nights. - duvet in master too small for bed. - dining table in kitchen far too big. Cannot do anything but face the wall while eating and not possible to move into a better position. Sofa in kitchen highly impractical and adds to issues with dining space - no complete sets of glassware, crockery and cutlery. Felt like a student house with all mis-matched items and random pieces - garden and terrace area covered with cigarette butts. Garden furniture not laid out to look inviting at all - paintwork in sitting area heavily chipped with large patches showing and everything very, very tatty - TV was possibly the oldest sub standard smart TV, with wires hanging down which need to be tided away. it was a total mess. - Old CD player system in the kitchen. Felt like old rubbish items from someone’s house had been placed in this cottage. No one wants things like this. A large amount of TLC is needed on this property and would make guests feel comfortable and relaxed. This property should not be charged at this rate for the standard of the accommodation and furnishings. It is significantly below standard. Please note - we did not raise these issues with the property manager. We had no intention of ruining their Christmas, and we doubt there would be much they would be able to do over the Christmas period. Very disappointed.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2024
Thank you Robert for your recent review of Orchard Cottage. We would like to thank you for your comments and feedback which have been passed onto the property owner for his attention. Whilst we appreciate that you did not want to raise these issues with the property manager during your stay, they are always there to assist you. We hope that you will return to the Cotswolds again in the near future.

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