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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Garden
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Bourton-on-the-Water, ENG
The Model Village
Place, The Model Village
1 min walk
Cotswold Motoring Museum
Place, Cotswold Motoring Museum
3 min walk
Birdland Park and Gardens
Place, Birdland Park and Gardens
5 min walk
Oxford (OXF)
Airport, Oxford (OXF)
55 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Unique & Characterful 16th Century Cottage w/own driveway 2 Min Walk to Village!
Well Cottage is a unique detached 16 century Cotswold stone Jacobean cottage with authentic features such as a large Inglenook fireplace and original beams throughout capturing the character and charm of a truly wonderful experience in a peaceful and relaxing environment. Well Cottage offers modern conveniences including WiFi, USB points and central heating. Furnished to a high standard with carefully chosen English antiques and comfortable fabric covered British made furniture on lounge sofa and wing back chairs - all adding to a truly wonderful experience at this detached stone walled cottage! Based in the Heart of Bourton on the Water on a quiet cul-de sac within 2 mins walk to the River Windrush, yet still maintaining its privacy. You will have your very own driveway to park your car and won't have to worry about trying to find a parking spot on the street (We have double Yellow lines outside the house so that no one else can park in front of the house). Well Cottage is well proportioned with good sized bedrooms and has been lovingly restored with its original beamed ceilings throughout and boasts an authentic large inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove. The Cottage Garden is set around an original 16th Century Jacobean well and offers many varieties of flowers from Iris' in May, Lavender, herbs and many rose bushes. All the Artwork has been chosen to show off some of the local Cotswold talent. The upstairs is carpeted throughout and has high quality English bedlinen and Towels. We have been a long established business of more than 30years, we do not have a middle man to run our business, and therefore you will be talking to the owners (Dawn or Bette) of the cottage and not an agent and our reviews are a testament to the the love and care given to the cottage for you to enjoy a truly wonderful experience in what we think is a little gem. Thank you for reading this, we look forward to hosting you! You will love it!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave used towels in the bathroom.
During winter months when heating has been left on, please ensure it is turned back to 15 degrees when you depart. Thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This property is not suitable for children under 9 years old unless prior communication with the property owner.
Important information
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Property # 1812158
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
About the area
Cheltenham
Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is near theme parks and near a water park. Broadway Tower Country Park and River Windrush reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens. Dragonfly Maze and Bourton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Bourton Model Railway Exhibition - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Birdland Park and Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 20 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
The Porch House - 7 min drive
The Willow - 5 min walk
The Chestnut Tree - 4 min walk
The Chip Shed - 3 min walk
Sheep on Sheep Street - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Unique & Characterful 16th Century Cottage w/own driveway 2 Min Walk to Village! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Unique & Characterful 16th Century Cottage w/own driveway 2 Min Walk to Village!?
As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique & Characterful 16th Century Cottage w/own driveway 2 Min Walk to Village! on 2 June 2026 start from AU$433, 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 Unique & Characterful 16th Century Cottage w/own driveway 2 Min Walk to Village!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Unique & Characterful 16th Century Cottage w/own driveway 2 Min Walk to Village!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Unique & Characterful 16th Century Cottage w/own driveway 2 Min Walk to Village!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Unique & Characterful 16th Century Cottage w/own driveway 2 Min Walk to Village! located?
Situated in Cheltenham, this cottage is steps away from River Windrush and The Model Village. Birdland Park and Gardens and Cotswold Motoring Museum are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a lovely stay in Well Cottage. The house is beautiful, very clean, has everything you would need in kitchen and bathroom. The location is great too!
Beautiful cottage with fire place, true to as advertised. Perfectly located for walking in the village and close to restaurants and Pubs. We would totally recommend and stay again.
A cottage full of character with a homely feel in a fantastic location. Its an easy short stroll to the village & having off street parking was great. Bourton on the Water is a quaint village & a great base for exploring the whole Cotswolds area. Our hosts Dawn & Bette were very responsive & helpful especially when we had a door key issue over a weekend and the welcome gifts are a lovely touch. We're glad we chose Well Cottage for our stay.
What a lovely, cosy cottage! Hosts were easy to communicate with and place was clean and a home away from home. My partner who's 6'3" struggled with the low ceilings but we assumed that would be the case so it was fine. Kitchen had salt and pepper and plenty of pots and pans. Street parking for second car was available. Highly recommended!
What a charming cottage, clean, well furnished, and conveniently located just one block from the River Windrush and the local shops and restaurants. It's a perfect place from which to explore Bourton-on-the-Water. Just one hiccup -- the latch of the washing machine broke with out wet laundry still inside it -- but Dawn was nice enough to take our phone call after 9pm at night, and let us know where we could locate the appropriate tools, and even offered to have a repairman come in the morning. We'd recommend this place to anyone looking for a weekend getaway here.
Lovely historic cottage with modern appointments. A block walk to the river / bridge. Bourton-on-the-water (pronounced like board) - is charming, right there w good pubs & restaurants.We loved our stay, the ease of owner communications and the closeness of rural views & nature.Highest marks !
Dale O.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2025
Thank you for your lovely review and the fact that you loved our historic cottage with modern amenities. Well Cottage is indeed perfectly located for both countryside and convenience of restaurants, shops, etc.
kind regards
Dawn
What a beautiful little cottage this was! There were 5 of us staying over Christmas: a husband and wife, 2 adult daughters and one daughter’s best friend. It was magical! Perfectly positioned close to the town, we visited pubs, bakeries, gift shops, local potteries. Our daughter cooked a huge baked turkey in the small, but well stocked with utensils, kitchen. We played cards in front of the open fire. Bette had left a gorgeous little Christmas tree, that we surrounded with our gifts. The house was warm and comfortable, with great water pressure in the above-bath shower. My younger 30 year old daughter said it was her favourite Christmas ever! Thank you Dawn and Bette!
Well Cottage was a wonderful experience start to finish. The host was excellent- wonderful communication- especially appreciated written instructions upon arrival and lovely cream tea!Very charming, cozy cottage. Well appointed and perfect location to explore the area, Having a parking spot was very valuable! Absolutely would stay again and highly recommend!
teresa r.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thank you for your lovely words and taking the time to write this excellent review! We are so pleased that your experience was “wonderful from start to finish”! We welcome you back in the future and thank you for patronage.
Kind regards
Dawn and Bette
We spent a relaxing 2 weeks in this gorgeous period cottage. Dawn and Bette were excellent hosts and have attended to every need. Comfortable bedding, quiet and very cosy surroundings. Although only a couple of minutes from the main street it is very private and quiet. We made an excellent choice, we would recommend it to anyone looking for a base in the Cotswolds.
Truly full of character! Lovely cottage very close to Windrush, but tucked away from crowds. We drove in to Bourton so we very much appreciated the parking on premises. We were a bit concerned about the absence of A/C but it was completely unnecessary!
Peter S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Thank you for taking the time to write us a review! So pleased you enjoyed the Character of the cottage and all that it has to offer! Kind regards
Dawn and Bette
Thank you for taking the time to write your review. So pleased that Well Cottage and The Cotswolds met with your very positive approval!
Regards
Dawn and Bette
Don’t miss an opportunity to stay in this lovely cottage! It is perfectly located to experience Bourton-on-the-Water. We loved the wooden beams, wood stove fireplace, and all the amenities provided by Dawn and Bette. I will be recommending Well Cottage to friends! Catherine
Love this cottage for comfort, location, character and charm - I have stayed here a couple of times over the years, I truly recommend this cottage.
julie b.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We very much appreciate your commendation and continued support over the years! We look forward to welcoming you again on the future!
Kind regards,
Dawn and Bette
This was a great cottage to base yourself in the Cotswold’s. The two minute walk to the village was a great feature of this cottage as well as the parking spot. I enjoyed the fire and the beautiful surrounds. I would recommend a stay.
Melissa D.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
About the host
Hosted by Bette Roberts
Well Cottage is owned by my Mum, Bette. Both my Mum and I run Well Cottage as a business and enjoy sharing this property with others. We love the fact that Well Cottage is an unusual and unique property which has not 'not had its heart removed giving guests a truly authentic experience of modern meeting 16th Century. Once in the cottage you will feel its charm and feel its the peace of time in this detached cottage with an original Well in the Garden and having so much history and character attached to it. It was a "gem of a find" when my Mum and Dad originally bought it back in 1994 and we will never want to sell it!
Why they chose this property
Bourton on the water has so much in itself to offer with its river and beautiful bridges, many boutique style shops, antiques, perfumery and lovely cafe's and restaurants - all within a 2 min walk. Attractions are Birdland, Motor Museum, The Model Village, Hawkstone Brewery and the wonderful Greystones Farm Nature Reserve to walk through. There are many trails around the village to enjoy leading you to other villages nearby such as The Slaughters. The following are some of the headings taken from our reviews over the years: "perfect location within Bourton on the Water", "Lovely quiet cottage", "Beautiful cottage", "Absolutely enchanting", "worth every penny", "loved this cottage, sad to leave", "Well appointed cottage, quiet and peaceful in a picturesque setting"..................and many more.
What makes this property unique
This is a unique cottage because it is one of the oldest detached cottages in the village which has managed to retain its original features and even has a well in the garden which would have been used by local farm hands when Bourton on the Water was mostly farm land.
Languages:
English
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