Pretty character holiday cottage - Appletree Cottage
Appletree Cottage is a beautifully refurbished Cotswold holiday cottage which sleeps five guests, in three well-appointed bedrooms, with two bathrooms. This 18th century hidden gem oozes with character to include exposed stone, original beams and a gas flame effect log burner. The quaint and cosy sitting/dining room offers a real home from home atmosphere; a lovely social space to relax and unwind. With access to the rear garden, the kitchen is a great space to enjoy cooking up your favourite meals. Boasting lots of outside space, Appletree Cottage has a pretty lawn garden to the front and a Mediterranean-style space to the rear, both for your enjoyment all year round.
Accommodation This three bedroom holiday cottage in Bourton-on-the-Water is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The family friendly accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Sitting/dining room Exposed stone fireplace with gas flame effect fire, Smart TV with Sky, Netflix and Sky Sports, two two-seater sofas, armchair, selection of board games and books and dining table with two benches
Kitchen with utility cupboard Access to the garden, electric oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, cafetière and Krups coffee machine Utility cupboard with washing machine/tumble dryer, clothes rack, iron and ironing board
Family bathroom Bath with overhead shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail
First Floor
Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2) King size bed, built-in wardrobe, two stools, mirror and hairdryer Ensuite with shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2) King size bed, built-in wardrobe, chair, mirror and hairdryer
Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 1) Single bed, built-in wardrobe, mirror and chair
Outside Front garden with lawn, and enclosed gravelled rear garden with outdoor table seating six
The Finer Details The maximum occupancy for this property is 5 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 Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars 1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided) Sorry, no pets Strong WiFi (Download speed 65 Mbps/Upload speed 12 Mbps) Mobile phone reception is poor Smart TV with Sky, Netflix and Sky Sports Enclosed garden Gas central heating system Please note the front pathway and rear garden are gravelled, and there is a step into the master bedroom 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... Events are not permitted without prior consent A security deposit is required at this property Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00 Appletree Cottage has a lovely garden for guests to enjoy and it is important to the owners that guests are courteous and considerate towards the neighbouring properties. We politely request that guests do not disturb the neighbours and that loud music is not played outside after 21:00 Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
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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
Cheltenham is home to this cottage. Broadway Tower Country Park and River Windrush reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and The Model Village. Birdland Park and Gardens and Dragonfly Maze are also worth visiting.
Bourton Model Railway Exhibition - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Birdland Park and Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Dragonfly Maze - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Cheltenham Spa Station - 24 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
The Willow - 3 min walk
The Chip Shed - 4 min walk
The Old New Inn - 3 min walk
The Chestnut Tree - 3 min walk
The Mousetrap Inn - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Pretty character holiday cottage - Appletree Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Pretty character holiday cottage - Appletree Cottage?
As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pretty character holiday cottage - Appletree Cottage on 21 July 2026 start from AU$830, 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 Pretty character holiday cottage - Appletree Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pretty character holiday cottage - Appletree Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pretty character holiday cottage - Appletree Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pretty character holiday cottage - Appletree Cottage located?
Situated in Cheltenham, this cottage is steps away from River Windrush and Cotswold Motoring Museum. Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and The Model Village are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely homely cottage in superb location in Bourton on the Water, with parking! Cottage had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Beds afforded a good nights sleep (always a bonus and not guaranteed!). Communication from StayCotswolds was efficient and friendly. All info needed for the property was provided well in advance.
Helen R.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2026
Thank you Helen for your review of your recent stay at Appletree Cottage. We are delighted to read that you found the cottage to be homely and in a superb location in Bourton on the Water. We are pleased to know that the communication from StayCotswold was efficient and friendly. We look forward to welconing you back soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 Mar 2026
Spring has Sprung!
Just enjoyed a spring break in the Cotswolds and had a fab stay in Appletree Cottage.
Fab location, 2 mins from village centre, easy parking, beautiful warm, cosy and well equipped cottage.
High quality welcome pack, comfy bed and a pleasure to come back to after a days exploring.
Stay Cotswold are very professional and offer a good selection of cottages, with great communication follow ups to keep you fully informed of every aspect of your stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MICK W.
8 Dec 2025
Appletree Cottage at Bourton on the water
A lovely well maintained property in an ideal position plus parking. Great for eating out. Would definately return.
MICK W.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2025
Thank you Michael for your review of Appletree Cottage. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be well maintained and in a great location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Nov 2025
Lovely cottage, perfect location
The cottage was lovely and in the perfect location. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone. Everything we needed was provided and a two minute walk to the village centre. We had a very enjoyable long weekend break.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2025
Thank you Alison for your review of Appletree Cottage. We were delighted to hear that you found the cottage to be comfortable, well equipped and in a great location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
24 Aug 2025
Excellent location and everything you needed
Very nice stay and location brilliant. Cottage had everything needed for our stay. Very quiet there.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2025
Thank you Thomas for your review of Appletree Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be well equipped and in a brilliant location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tina H.
26 Feb 2026
Lovely cottage, a few niggles
Lovely little cottage in a good place just a few niggles. Door key in the outside door when arrived , door unlocked. Carbon monoxide alarm was bleeping constantly on entry. Rang to report and it took 2 calls to your office and almost 3 hours for someone to come and replace it. We couldn't switch the noise off . Master bed has a very wobbly base.
Tina H.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2026
Thank you Tina for your review of Appletree Cottage. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be lovely. We will pass on your feedback to the property owner and manager for them to review and implement any appropriate actions. We do hope that overall, you enjoyed your time exploring the Cotswolds and that you will be back to stay again soon
From a partner site
8/10 Good
4 Nov 2025
Nearly perfect
2 issues have to be resolved: the heating system has an mechanical issue: either you have to turn it off or you put it on but the entire house is boiling. Heaters have not been fixed properly and as a result putting it on level 1 or 5 makes no difference. Same with the thermostat.
The door of the shower upstairs is damaged. As a result, water comes out.
The rest of the property is immaculate. I regret the property manager ignored my message about the heating system being still problematic the last day of our stay. I would have liked at least an answer from her. She didn't bother answering me, I guess knowing we were leaving. Part from that the town is amazing and the location ideal.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah N.
6 Apr 2026
Great Easter stay
We had a great week at Apple tree cottage with three adults and 2 children. The house had everything we needed with two bathrooms, a well stocked kitchen and warm rooms. Great location just a couple of minutes walk into town and great parking behind the house. Would definitely use stay Cotswolds again. Great service and overall a good house. Although maybe a new bed frame is needed in the main bedroom it was sooooo creaky!!
Sarah N.
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