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Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village!

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village!


Well Cottage is a unique detached 16 century Cotswold stone Jacobean cottage with original features capturing the character and charm of a truly authentic 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 antiques, a comfortable fabric English sofa, wing back chairs and Afghan carpets, its a delight in itself!
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 bedlinen and English Towels.
We have been a long established business of more than 20 years, we do not have a middle man to run this business, you will be talking to the owners 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!

Property manager

Bette Roberts

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We ACCEPT children 9 years and above.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Bourton-on-the-Water, ENG

What's nearby

  • The Model Village - 2 min walk
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 4 min walk
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 4 min walk
  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 8 min drive
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 20 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheep - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mousetrap Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village! located?

Situated in Cheltenham, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of The Model Village, Birdland Park and Gardens, and Cotswold Motoring Museum. Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and Dragonfly Maze are also within 10 minutes.

Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

A G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brice A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway Christmas
Location is amazing, village is charming, fireplace worked beautifully. The kitchen was impeccable, and the entire property is very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well Cottage
Well Cottage was the perfect place to spend our time in the Cotswolds. Bette has thought of everything to make this a home away from home. The cottage located is in a quiet neighborhood with just a short walk to the shops and restaurants in the village. The accommodation are the quintessential English cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
Thoughtfully appointed historical period home. Amazing fireplace which was all set for easy use. Home it situated within steps of an abundance of dining and shopping choices. Best of all there is a dedicated parking spot.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our weeklong stay in this authentic Cotswold cottage.
Felt as though we had gone way back in time as far as atmosphere but with all the modern conveniences at hand now. Noticed we preferred to stay in many evenings rather than going out just to imagine living there as actual people had done so long ago. Loved the river flowing with the ducks just a block away. Parking on site a real bonus. Lovely hosts also. so, so long ago.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grit W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The cottage is cute, quaint and cozy! It is even more beautiful in real and photos don’t do it justice! The cottage has everything you need, beds are comfortable and the owner is wonderful too checking in per email seeing if everything is okay! We definitely recommend the Well cottage!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture Perfect
Couldn't have been happier with our decision to stay at Well Cottage. It was delightfully decorated, comfortable, and in an ideal location. The host, Dawn, couldn't have been more helpful in addition to being incredibly friendly. We loved every thing about the cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enchanted cottage!
The most beautiful place that my husband and I have ever had the pleasure of staying. Two minute walk to town. So convenient. Comfy beds with luxurious linens and fluffy towels. Everything that you could possibly need in this quaint cottage. The pictures do not do it justice. And very responsive and sweet hosts. It was such a delight to find scones with clotted cream and chutney, with a darling handwritten card on the dining table. If you are lucky enough to find this available, don’t hesitate. Book it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well Cottage: Slide Into a Cotswolds State of Mind
This is a fantastic property in a picturesque, story book town in the Cotswolds. A two minute walk from the town center, the cottage is framed by a stunning rose and lavender garden accentuated by a Jacobean well. The property has as much charm inside as it does out. The large stone fireplace immediately drew our eyes and marked a great conversation area with a comfortable couch and wing chairs. A large table in the back of the room served as "mission control" as we determined our daily activities. The kitchen is well equipped and functional. Loved the Keurig-style espresso/latte maker. The bedrooms upstairs were extremely comfortable with beautiful picturesque windows that not only let in the morning light, but also the sounds of Bourton on the Water — and its stillness at night. Natural light abounded with each window -- upstairs and down -- framing a scenic postcard image of the cabin's surroundings. Our host couldn’t have been more responsive. She returned email messages within five minutes during the planning phase, and when we had a little difficulty with the WiFi (read user error), she was in 10 minutes to help resolve the problem. Most important, she was kind and welcoming and offered a number of sightseeing and dining tips (on the dining front, don't miss Vinitzia, an Italian restaurant in town -- it was sensational). Well Cottage is a perfect place to explore all the Cotswolds have to offer. I am already planning my next, lengthier stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
well-equipped cottage, short walking distance to town
ideal cottage and location to village of Bourton on the Water, bus transportation, restaurants and places to visit (walking distance to maze, Bird Land, Model Village). Cottage owner was helpful and attended to our questions quickly. Couldn't have found more perfect accommodations for our two-week stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F., Napa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place with character
Loved the little cottage. Very comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen, perfect location. Close to town but a very short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Free Valley Farm L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great setting
My wife and I certainly enjoyed our time at the Well Cottage. We had chosen it for its great location only about a 2 minute walk to the River in Bourton, and the unique setting it enjoys. dawn was such a wonderful host and was most responsive when we had trouble getting the heat turned on. Bourton is such a great spot itself and was a great location for driving to surrounding villages in the Cotswolds. We would love to return again if we have the opportunity. It is definitely a 10, well beyond the 5 that we were limited to.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charlie
Wonderful cute cottage close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A dream come true!
If you want to feel like you are starring in your own movie in a charming English village, book Well Cottage! The cottage is situated in the most perfect location. I did not have a car. So I spent mornings on long walks and then a nice lunch in the village. Then "home" to Well Cottage to rest my back in comfort, have a nice hot bath and then an evening out or reading in front of the fire. I slept so deeply( beautiful linens) in a very cozy bed. The street just behind the village and the Windrush is quiet and private. Some people will stop and take photos because the cottage and garden are dreamy. Don't hesitate. Book it.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage, close to everything yet quiet
Perfectly positioned and equipped - particularly grateful for the wonderful loaf of bread and marmalade welcoming us on our arrival, graciously provided by our hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and convenient
Loved the character and the wood fire. Bedrooms upstairs and bathroom downstairs. Not suitable for small children. Ours were 10 and 12, so no problem. The cottage is small but that appeal to us. Off street parking was a bonus. 2 minute walk to the delights of Bourton on the Water
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and cozy stay!
We had the best time at Bette and Dawn’s cottage. It was quaint, relaxing, and peaceful and a quick walk into town. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a very special Cottage full of history and almost magical with a very warm homely feeling. We loved our stay and the scones cream and jam that was a surprise on arrival. So close to everything very friendly country feel to this Village. Was delighted to meet you Dawn and have a chat we would love to return someday. If you’re looking for a country cottage in a wonderful Village with lots of character look no further. The added bonus is a warm fire for a cosy night in with a local wine. Make sure you visit The Den great service and wonderful Cappuccino’s with a hit of real chocolate at the end just delicious. Karen and Nick

10/10 Excellent

Liesl W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for the Cotswolds!
We absolutely loved our stay here! Its location is ideal being walking distance to several shops, restaurants, and trails and a great spot to explore the Cotswolds! The cottage was clean, very comfortable, and had every thing we needed to cook, do laundry, etc. Also they had some puzzles and games which was a bonus during our cozy evenings after a busy day of exploration. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We had a great few days. Location is outstanding. Really enjoyed toasting some bread that was given to us upon arrival along with some homemade marmalade and eating it around the fireplace. You cannot go wrong staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location!
Really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful 16th century cottage. It is conveniently close to the village centre, and several walking paths, which we appreciated. Bette and Dawn are lovely hosts, and left us homemade jam and bread upon our arrival. Would definitely stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amir N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage and hosts
The cottage is a gem in one of the prettiest and most visited villages in the Cotswolds. Our wonderful hosts had left a fresh loaf of local bread, local eggs, and home-made marmalade for us. We look forward to another visit from across the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay in the Cotswolds!
We had a great time at the Well Cottage. Bette and Dawn are wonderful hosts! they left us a beautiful loaf of bread and chutney as a welcome present.The cottage is a very special, cosy place, full of history, its in a great location to enjoy Bourton ,and explore the surrounding villages. We loved every minute of it, and thanks to Bette and Dawn for letting us enjoy your beautiful place. We hope to return someday soon.Thanks again! Becky and family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023