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Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

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A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a wooden chair, and a small table with a lamp.
A dining area with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, strawberries, and a coffee pot.
A stone house with a blue door, a small garden with a table and chairs, and a gravel path.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a television, and a comfortable seating area.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table with breakfast items, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire
  • Place, Bourton Leisure Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cotswold Motoring Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

Quietly secluded in the delightful village of Lower Slaughter between Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, Thimble Cottage is a country getaway for couples and their dogs. A stone's throw from The Old Mill gift shop and museum with the River Eye flowing gently by, this is a perfect Cotswold bolthole.

When you arrive after your journey through the Cotswolds, you pass through the cottage garden to the front door. Surrounded by climbing vines and rose bushes in the summer it is a picturesque property. Through the front door you find yourselves in the living room which has a wood burner in an eye-catching inglenook fireplace. The cottage has a country aesthetic with tartan curtains and well-chosen accessories. In this room is a dining table for two where you can enjoy romantic home-cooked meals which have been prepared in the well-equipped kitchen.

On the first floor, the stairs open into the king-size double bedroom. This surprisingly spacious room is a relaxing haven with luxurious bedding. A rolltop freestanding bath provides a real retreat where you can soak away your stresses and there is also a shower room on this floor.

Outside, the garden gives extra space for your dogs, and you can enjoy meals cooked on the BBQ. The icing on the cake of this property are the many walking routes you can choose from which you can follow right from your doorstep.

*Dogs: 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome at the cottage at an additional cost each. Please let us know if you will be bringing a dog and we will then revise your booking confirmation. The pet fee is NOT included in your booking fee. A request for an additional fee per pet will be sent to you after you have placed your booking. Your pet fee must be paid for before your arrival date.

Ground Floor

Living Room/Dining Room:
Stepping into the living room you will instantly feel at home. Closing the curtain across the front door behind you, this is a true bolthole retreat. Traditional features including a stone floor, exposed stone walls and wooden beams give this perfectly sized cottage added character. There are nods to your country location with stag decor and traditional hunting imagery on the walls.

This comfortable room has been wonderfully decorated with warm Mulberry red accessories, a leather armchair, and a plump two-seater sofa in front of the inviting wood burner in its inglenook fireplace. There is a dining table in front of a window seat where you can enjoy evening meals together looking out to the lawned garden.

Kitchen:
Up one step is the kitchen with wooden worktops and a stone floor. It is well-equipped for your stay and the owner adds a special touch by leaving a welcome hamper for your arrival. You will find all the appliances you could need including a coffee machine, washing machine, dishwasher and oven/hob. There is space in this room to store your dogs' accessories by the side door.

First Floor

Carpeted stairs with a turn and a handrail lead up to the bedroom and bathroom.

Bedroom One:
This king-size double bedroom overlooks the garden and is a tranquil escape away from the world. Enjoy the silence lying beneath the exposed wood beams with the electric log burner on to keep you cosy. Decorated in tones of taupe and cream you will start each morning well-rested.

Three steps take you up to the bathroom with underfloor heating and a freestanding rolltop bath where you can fully immerse yourself in luxurious relaxation.

Shower Room:
The shower room includes a shower with a rainfall head, heated towel rail, sink, and WC.

Outside

To the front of the cottage is a south-facing garden, a real sun trap, where you can enjoy a morning coffee or evening glass of wine at the four-seater table on the patio. There is an electric BBQ to enjoy a meal alfresco in the summer and lawned space for the dogs. While there is no parking at the cottage, there is on-street parking at the village green, a short walk from the door.

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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

Adults only
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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

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Property # 11233086
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

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Cotswold Motoring Museum and Fosse Gallery Fine Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bourton Leisure Centre and The Model Village. Birdland Park and Gardens and Dragonfly Maze are also worth visiting.
Map
Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • River Windrush - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bourton Leisure Centre - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Bourton Model Railway Exhibition - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 56 min drive - 52.5 km

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 16 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell at Stow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old New Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Rabbit - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪New England Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Porch House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

As of 16 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,038, 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 Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bourton Leisure Centre and Old Mill. River Windrush and Bourton Model Railway Exhibition are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

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