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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom #1
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2
1 King Bed
Bedroom #3
1 King Bed
Bedroom #4
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom #1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom #2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom #3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom #4
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Dog friendly cottage - Gardners Cottage
Gardners Cottage is a welcoming Cotswold holiday home, situated in the beautiful village of Ilmington, which sleeps eight guests, in four well-appointed bedrooms, with four bathrooms. Tastefully and sympathetically decorated after a two year restoration, this enchanting cottage is a splendid example of country living. There is a cosy snug, log burner, plenty of seating in the living room and a light and airy open plan kitchen/diner, making this a wonderful, sociable abode to enjoy with family and friends. The garden is equally alluring; south-facing with a charming water feature, large lawn and outdoor dining area, perfect for those summer evenings. With a dog bath in the garden as well, be sure to bring your four-legged friend on holiday too!
Accommodation This four bedroom holiday cottage in Ilmington is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Sitting room Inglenook fireplace with feature bread oven, three-seater sofa, two-seater sofa, two armchairs and French doors to the garden
Snug Exposed beams, feature fireplace, three-seater sofa, two armchairs and Samsung Smart Frame TV with apps (guests to use their own login details)
Kitchen/dining room Central island with quartz worktop and three bar stools, electric oven, hob, Combi oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, Nespresso capsule coffee maker, kettle, toaster and soda stream Oak framed dining area with eight-seater table, two-seater sofa and two armchairs
Utility room Washing machine, tumble dryer, iron, ironing board and door to outside
Cloakroom Loo, basin and heated towel rail
First Floor
Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) King size bed, chest of drawers, built-in wardrobe, mirror and hairdryer Ensuite with walk-in shower with separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2) King size bed, feature fireplace, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers, mirror and hairdryer
Shower room Shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Bedroom 4 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) King size bed, chest of drawers, chair, clothes hooks, mirror and hairdryer Ensuite with walk-in shower with separate handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Second Floor
Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2) Super king size bed, armchair, two bedside tables and hairdryer Dressing room with hanging rail and chest of drawers Ensuite with walk-in shower with separate handheld shower attachment, freestanding bath, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Outside South-facing garden with lawn, waterfall feature, patio, gas BBQ (available summer months) and outdoor dining table with seating for eight
The Finer Details... The maximum occupancy for this property is 8 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 1 additional infant (aged 2 or under) Bed linen and towels are provided (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic) Please note that the bed configurations are fixed and cannot be converted into twin beds Off street parking is available for up to 4 cars Electric charging point available on request, with additional charge of £35 per car per use Travel cots and highchairs are not provided, so guests will need to bring these with them 2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs Strong WiFi (Download speed 55 Mbps) Mobile phone reception is poor (WiFi calling is recommended) Samsung Smart Frame TV with apps (guests to use their own login details) Enclosed garden Gas BBQ, summer months only (guests are responsible for cleaning BBQ after use) Air source heat pump Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove This is a period property with character features including low beams and sloped ceilings Children and dogs must be supervised at all times, especially in the garden where there is a waterfall feature, and in the upstairs master suite where deep windowsills could present a climbing risk 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... Hen and Stag parties are not permitted, though other same sex groups can enquire Events are not permitted without prior consent Either a Security Deposit or payment of an Accidental Damage Waiver is required at this property Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00 The garden is regularly maintained by a professional gardening service and although this work is generally carried out when the property is vacant, the gardener may need to carry out work whilst the property is occupied. If you require further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us Children are welcome at Gardners Cottage, however, due to the rural setting and in consideration of the neighbouring properties, we kindly ask that noise is kept to a minimum and that outside games, including ball games, do not harm the carefully tendered flower beds (there are playing fields nearby in the village)
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Shipston on Stour
Located in Shipston on Stour, this cottage is in a rural area. Court Barn Museum and Silk Mill are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kiftsgate Court Gardens and Hidcote Manor Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Shakespeare County Raceway or Spiers and Hartwell Jubilee Stadium.
Is Dog friendly cottage - Gardners Cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Dog friendly cottage - Gardners Cottage?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog friendly cottage - Gardners Cottage on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,420, 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 Dog friendly cottage - Gardners Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog friendly cottage - Gardners Cottage?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog friendly cottage - Gardners Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dog friendly cottage - Gardners Cottage located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Hidcote Manor Garden and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Kiftsgate Court Gardens. Shipston Leisure Centre and Meon Vale Leisure Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved everything about this property, the village location and the very easy access to lovely Cotswold locations. A wonderful week away which we do as three couples each year in May. The local community shop/cafe is fabulous and the property owner was very friendly and helpful.
Donald M.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you Donald for your wonderful review of your recent stay at Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to read that you loved everything about this property, and the beautiful location in the village of Ilmington with the local community shop/cafe. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Venetia D.
3 Feb 2026
Wonderful stay
Group of 8 friends came for a long weekend, absolutely beautiful house in a lovely village, warm and comfortable, extremely well equipped. Very comfortable beds and fantastic showers! Village is really great, such friendly people and two nice pubs, fabulous community shop and cafe, will definitely stay again and would highly recommend
Venetia D.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb 2026
Thank you Venetia for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to read that you had a wonderful stay at the cottage and you found it to be beautiful, warm, comfortable and well equipped. It is lovely to know that you found the cottage to be in a great location in the village of Ilmington and you enjoyed visiting the community shop and cafe. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tony P.
16 Mar 2026
First class Cottage
The cottage was perfect - comfortable, clean, warm, well equipped with plenty of parking for 3 cars off the road, we all agreed it was the best cottage we have stayed in as a group of 5, thank you Oli and Jeremy.
Tony P.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
Thank you Tony for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be comfortable, clean and well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Dec 2025
Amazing stay in the Cotswolds
First time in the Cotswolds and we couldn’t have stayed at a better place, lovely and clean. Everything was perfect and communication was amazing. Would definitely stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2025
Thank you Paul for your review of Gardners Cottage. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be lovely, clean and in a great location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
Simple entry arrangements worked well and the house was all we expected being well equipped, clean and warm. The property is of good quality and was as described.
keith m.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Thank you Keith for your review of your recent stay at Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to read that you found the property to be well equipped, clean and warm. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Jeremy was very welcoming, even letting us enter the property early as we arrived ahead of schedule. The property is absolutely stunning in a gorgeous village. It was spotlessly clean and.has fab facilities
JANET H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2025
Thank you Janet for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sharon T.
12 Feb 2026
Fabulous cottage in the most beautiful area.
We have just had the most amazing stay at gardeners cottage, its such a wonderful place.
The house is equipped to a very high standard, and the kitchen has everything a cook needs and more !
The area is delightful, and walking distance to two great pubs, both serving good food.
The local community shop has more in than Tesco !! And lovely friendly staff too.
All in all a great place to relax and recharge.
Sharon T.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2026
Thank you Sharon for your wonderful 5* review of your recent stay at Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing stay and you found the cottage to be equipped to a high standard and the kitchen had everything you needed for your stay. It is lovely to know that the cottage is in a delightful area and you enjoyed visiting the local pubs and community shop. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
29 Dec 2025
A pre Christmas break
We had a brilliant stay at Gardners cottage. It was very comfortable throughout and had a very well equipped kitchen. A very welcoming environment.
The village is very pretty with Two good pubs and a very handy village shop and coffee shop.
We will definitely return!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 Apr 2026
Great stay in gorgeous house
This a beautiful house which has been very carefully renovated with all amenities. A real bonus four our party of eight plus a baby was the four bedrooms each with its own en-suite or bathroom. Luckily we had a sunny weekend and were able to sit outside in the beautiful garden. overall the house is very comfortable and spacious. The house is in a great location near to a couple of good pubs, both of which are walkable and which we used. The village community shop is fantastic, very well stocked and also has a café. We had a great Sunday lunch at The Fuzzy Duck in the next village along. Ilmington is not far from Chipping Campden which is a really lovely town. We had a lovely stay and highly recommend this property .
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2026
Thank you Christine for your review of Gardners Cottage. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be comfortable, well equipped and in a lovely location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
21 Feb 2026
Our Family stay in the Cotswold
Gardeners Cottage was a fantastic venue to stay for our Golden Wedding Celebrations - The cottage was perfect - spacious, contained garden, off road parking, well equipped in the kitchen, lovely log burner, very comfy furniture, all bedrooms with on-suites, beds comfortable. The village has two great pubs - we went to both - shop also good.
Weather not too special (very wet) (we can't do anything about that)!. Communication good with the owners.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
13 Oct 2025
Family gathering
Ideally located for places too see. Lots of good country walks. Off road parking, nice outside area to sit and relax. A Warren of rooms to relax in.
Very enjoyable.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
26 Jan 2026
Wonderful stay in The Cotswolds
Very nice house in a lovely Cotswolds Village, with a great community shop and 2 pubs.
The house was well furnished and the kitchen very well equipped for catering. There was a good amount of space for us all to relax and a very efficient log burner in the main lounge. The house was warm and there was lots of hot water. The beds were very comfortable and it was great to have plenty of bathrooms.
We did a couple of local walks straight from the house. One to the village of Ebrington which has a great pub and well worth a visit.
Can highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
Thank you Sarah for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to read that you had a wonderful stay at the cottage and you found it to be well furnished, warm and very comfortable. We are pleased to know that the house is in a good location in the village of Ilmington and you were able to visit the local community shop and the two village pubs. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
nick j.
15 Sept 2025
Very relaxing
We all had a great time at the cottage, which surpassed our expectations. Ilmington is great for walks, as is very dog friendly.
nick j.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thank you Nick for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you had a great time and we hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jane B.
3 Oct 2024
Lovely stay at Gardners Cottage
A lovely stay at Gardners Cottage, the property has been fitted out to a very high standard. It's in a lovely location and has everything you need for a holiday.
Jane B.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2024
Thank you Roger for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to know that you had a lovely stay and the property has been fitted out to a very high standard, its in a lovely location and you had everything you needed for your holiday. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds son.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
26 Oct 2025
Lovely cottage in a delightful village
The cottage was ideal for our family reunion. The cottage is beautifully presented it is not just well thought out and full equipped but has plenty of 'wow' as the owners have gone several extra miles.
The location in the village is a real plus as you can walk to the two welcoming pubs as well as the very impressive community cafe and shop. The village has its own understated charm and has easy access to lots of visitors attractions.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
Thank you Rob for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be ideal, beautifully presented and in a charming village location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
17 Nov 2025
A memorable stay
We are a group of 3 retired couples and a single lady ( plus a senior labrador)who 6/7 times a year take short breaks around the UK.
Gardners Cottage is quite simply outstanding in all areas.
Spotlessly clean, very well equipped, comfortable and a pure delight!
The village is picturesque, extremely friendly, warm and welcoming. Very good places to eat and a wonderful community shop and cafe. We will return.
Lovely property, perfect for our multi generational weekend. Lots of space, very clean and a fully equipped kitchen. The children loved the garden and meeting Mavis next door. Good base for exploring the Cotswolds and Stratford upon Avon.
Sally V.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2025
Thank you Sally for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
8 May 2025
Family weekend stay.
Gardeners cottage is beautiful and is of a very high standard. We have a wonderful family weekend there and our grandsons loved the garden and meeting the owner and his dog. We hope to return to this wonderful place in a quiet village with superb amenities.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thank you John for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautiful and of a high standard. We too hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
20 Aug 2024
Idyllic stay in the Cotswolds.
Beautifully renovated cottage in a delightful village within walking distance of two pubs and a village shop.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
Thank you Djina for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautifully renovated and in a delightful village location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
19 Aug 2024
Idyllic stay in the Cotswolds.
Beautifully renovated cottage in a delightful village within walking distance of two pubs and a village shop.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Thank you Djina for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautifully renovated and in a delightful village location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
23 Sept 2025
A beautiful cottage in a lovely village
As a group of friends we were delighted with the cottage and location.
Two pubs/restaurants within a short stroll were charming with good food.
Beautiful dog friendly garden with comfortable seating/dining options.
The Community shop was incredible with everything you need and more.
This is a real gem.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2025
Thank you Kay for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are pleased to hear that you were delighted with the property and its location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol C.
3 Mar 2025
Great stay
Enjoyed stay. Everything provided and very clean. Warm and cosy. Easy access to places to visit. Excellent communicator from management.
Carol C.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2025
Thank you Trevor for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to read that you enjoyed your stay. The cottage was very clean, warm and cosy and within easy access to places to visit in the Cotswolds. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
8 June 2025
Wonderful weekend
House was perfect for our family get together and having two excellent inns within walking distance was a bonus. Perfect.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
Thank you Anne for your review of Gardners Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be perfect for your family get together and we hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine M.
9 Apr 2026
Perfect in every way
Gardners Cottage could not have been more perfect for our family birthday get together. The owners have done a fantastic restoration of the cottage/s with every detail considered and the result is a very comfortable and luxurious quality of accommodation. The village is lovely and quiet but with a super pub (we had a great meal at the Howard Arms) and well placed for visiting lots of Cotswold destinations. Having a bathroom each was a must and each one was of the same high standard, and the beds are so comfortable, with everyone sleeping well. The owners clearly care very much that their guests have a comfortable stay and checked in with us several times. There is plenty of space to all be together or to spread out across the lounge and dining areas, it all worked so well for a large group. The kitchen is gorgeous and so well appointed with all the appliances and cookware you need. The garden is also lovely with a great view from the dining room windows. All in all it could not have been better and really made our holiday so special.
Christine M.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
Thank you Christine for your review of Gardners Cottage. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be comfortable, well equipped and perfect for your group. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
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