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The Perfect Cotswold Cottage for Two

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A traditional thatched-roof house with a stone wall foundation, two doors, and a chimney.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, purple sofas, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.
A cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a decorative headboard, a nightstand, a dresser, and a small table with a lamp.
Room
A bathroom with a clawfoot bathtub, a window with a view, a toilet, and a wooden ceiling.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Tarlton, Glos
  • Place, Royal Agricultural University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Source of the River Thames
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cirencester Park Polo Club
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Perfect Cotswold Cottage for Two

[Please note changeover days are Friday/Monday before booking i.e. Weekend stays are ONLY Friday to Monday Weekday stays are ONLY Monday to Friday]

Dating back to 1624 and immaculately restored this beautiful little one bedroom designer cottage oozes character. With its own large garden and country views it is located in the peaceful village of Tarlton whilst being close to chic Cirencester and Prince Charles' Tetbury.

The owners, an art advisor and writer, have taken great care in creating a unique interior of great style in a restoration of the highest quality. All the original features have been retained with natural floors, beamed ceilings and an inglenook fireplace. There are velvet sofas, beautiful oriental carpets, fine art and classic books. Lighting is discrete and atmospheric whilst a log stove provides a delightful atmosphere.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Infants welcome, no facilities supplied
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
On request non-aggressive breeds at £30 fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bookings MUST start and end on either a Monday or Friday except by prior arrangement

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8150472
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

About the area

Cirencester

Located in Cirencester, this cottage is in a rural area. Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre and Chavenage House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at River Thames and Neigh Bridge Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cirencester Park Polo Club or The New Lawn. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Tarlton, Glos

What's nearby

  • Royal Agricultural University - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Source of the River Thames - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Bristol Aero Collectlon - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Cirencester Park Polo Club - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 12 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stratton House Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Marlborough Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Roots & Seeds - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Trouble Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perfect Cotswold Cottage for Two pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Perfect Cotswold Cottage for Two ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Perfect Cotswold Cottage for Two ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perfect Cotswold Cottage for Two ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Perfect Cotswold Cottage for Two located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Thames Path and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from River Thames. Source of the River Thames is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay at Asphodel Cottage, and our first ever trip to the Cotswolds. The cottage itself is immaculately kept and so beautifully decorated and, in temperatures pushing 35 degrees, we were so pleased to discover that it remains remarkably cool! The garden is delightful and we spent many hours out there soaking in the peace, tranquility and countryside views.Tarlton is well placed to quickly get into Cirencester which is a lovely, picturesque town, and we also enjoyed a day out in Bath which is about an hour's drive away. Highly recommend the local pub - The Thames Head Inn - and we also enjoyed a lunch at The Bell at Sapperton. We have completely fallen in love with the Cotswolds and can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

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

Wonderful rustic cottage

Lovely cottage with a rustic ambiance that takes you to another time, while still providing all the modern amenities you need. Perfectly situated in the center of the Cotswolds to allow easy drives to anywhere in the region. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Camilo A.

Just stunning

Lovely cottage. Can't recommend enough
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Asphodel cottage

Superb cottage, with wonderful character, enjoyed our weeks stay. Very comfortable mattress ( a must for me with a bad back!) enjoyed the luxurious ball and claw foot bath with piping hot water after a long hot day shopping in the beautiful Cotswold villages!10/10 for this cottage. We had a few little queries which were quickly ironed out with no fuss by the owner Martin.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Small and not cheap, but fine for two and beautifully restored with a simple but delightful garden

The cottage has been restored with great care and the first floor in particular is a triumph. The village is extremely friendly and convenient. We are delighted with the holiday but have two complaints and an observation. The main one is you and the disgraceful delay in the return of our deposit - over two weeks andstill awaited. The very minor one is the Lack of anywhere comfortable to sit reasonably near to the TV. It might be easierto have it downstairs. The observation is that the supply of firewood was very mean - not enough for more than one night. This was not a problem for us as it was mild and we did not use the fire at all but it may well be later when it's colder
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Our apologies for the delay in the deposit refund. However this is out of our control and automatically sent by HomeAway two weeks after your return. We understand that it has now been sent to you. We do understand and sympathise regarding the TV however we only have one in the bedroom as we deliberately wished to make the cottage a real getaway in every sense of the word. We have only had two comments in 6 years so our clients actually seem to be overwhelmingly approving of the current arrangement! We note your comments regarding the logs and we will review the amount supplied in future. Pleased that otherwise you had an excellent stay and enjoyed the cottage and we hope to see you again in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Dianne T.

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

Nice cottage

Nice cottage in a good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola F.

An enjoyable stay in a beautiful cottage

We had a lovely stay at the cottage, especially as it was in such a pretty little hamlet away from any commercialised holiday areas. Thanks for the information provided, we found it very useful. The cottage was very well equipped and tastefully furnished and decorated. Loved the royal memorabilia dotted around! Thank you for a happy few days away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Charmingly Perfect Cotswold Cottage

We very much enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it. The cottage was spotless and well-stocked. The owners had thoughtfully left a delicious bottle of Prosecco in the fridge, along with other treats. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was just gorgeous. My favorite part (besides the just total "adorableness" of the house) was the glorious garden out back. I spent several peaceful and rejuvenating afternoons and evenings just sitting out there soaking in the birdsongs and richly blooming flowers. It is very convenient to main roads while still being far enough off the beaten path to be conducive to scenic strolls. While we loved the character and ambiance of the stone spiral staircase, it might be a challenge for some. It and the vintage fireplace inside truly set a "going back in time" feel for the cottage - which was exactly what we were looking for. The owners are very kind and prompt with their communications. We would gladly stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Idyllic country hideaway

If you’re looking for relaxation and peace then this is the ideal place to stay. The cottage is compact but has everything you need. It is full of character with exposed beams and a wood burner and it’s comfortably and stylishly furnished. There are some great walks nearby and the local pub serves delicious food. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a quite country break.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Perfect cottage in a fantastic location

We had an absolutely magical stay at this beautiful cottage and fell in love with the Cotswolds in the short time we were here. The cottage was very cosy and luxurious, we loved having breakfast in the garden seating area and having the log burner on during the evenings. This is a very special property and we will definitely be back! Thank you for making our stay so welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Jaap S.

Perfect base

Beautiful;y decorated cottage with a fairytale-like outlook. If you prefer an extremely quite village, as we do, but yet a perfect base to make trips from to the South (e.g. Bath) or the North (Stratford, Bourton, Slaughter's), this is the place to stay. Tall people should take the warnings about low beams and door openings very serious, but after a few days and bumps that is no longer a problem. Kitchen outfit is very complete but the cosy Tunnel Inn is nearby if you do not want to cook.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jackie W.

Welcoming tasteful and romantically cozy.

Delightful setting, in all weathers and we had snow.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Gretchen C.

The "thatched roof cottage" as we referred to it, is beautiful!

The "thatched roof cottage," as we referred to it, is beautiful! The cottage itself is full of character and comfort (and full of modern luxuries). The grounds and garden are beautiful--full of herbs and apple and plum trees to augment your meals. We were thrilled to have the time to relax at the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Helen A.

This was a beautiful cottage set in a picturesque village .

We had a five day stay and found the little touches of wine , fresh flowers and biscuits lovely . The gardens were beautiful and it was great to be able to sit out and take in the county air on the outdoor settees . The local pub was a 15 minute walk across the fields and the staff were so friendly and food great ! Felt utterly relaxed and hope to come back very soon
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Max G.

Amazing cottage

Absolutely immaculate little cottage! Romantic and peaceful it was a perfect bolt hole for us to get away for a few days. The design has been given lots of thought and it is very modern and tasteful whilst still showing off the history. Local area great too with lots to see. Along with all extras and a bottle of Prosecco on arrival (thanks!) this was a magical place - will be back.

About the host

Hosted by Martin & Julie

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We have been visiting the Cotswolds for many years and loved it so much that we decided to move here with our retired guide dog - Lola the Labrador.

Why they chose this property

Asphodel Cottage was our own Cotswold retreat for several years before we decided to move to the area. Since then we have converted the property in to a dedicated holiday rental, equipped with every possible extra, for everyone to enjoy!

We bought the cottage as a very run down and neglected property and carefully restored it from earth and bare walls using traditional materials and methods.

Using our design and art consultancy experience we added a stylish and comfortable interior together with top quality appliances, satellite TV and unlimited wifi.

We hope that you enjoy the cottage as much as we still often do.

What makes this property unique

We think that we have the only detached thatched cottage for two persons in the Cotswolds.

Together with its private garden, peaceful rural location and it is a pretty and unique property.

It is a perfect romantic retreat - so much so that we have lost count of the honeymoons, mini-moons and marriage proposals at the cottage. We already get regulars coming back for anniversaries of their special stays.

And all within 90 minutes of London and in the heart of the Cotswolds…!

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