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Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

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Interior
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 268 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

Quietly secluded in the delightful village of Lower Slaughter between Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold, Thimble Cottage is a country getaway for couples and their dogs. A stone's throw from The Old Mill gift shop and museum with the River Eye flowing gently by, this is a perfect Cotswold bolthole.

When you arrive after your journey through the Cotswolds, you pass through the cottage garden to the front door. Surrounded by climbing vines and rose bushes in the summer it is a picturesque property. Through the front door you find yourselves in the living room which has a wood burner in an eye-catching inglenook fireplace. The cottage has a country aesthetic with tartan curtains and well-chosen accessories. In this room is a dining table for two where you can enjoy romantic home-cooked meals which have been prepared in the well-equipped kitchen.

On the first floor, the stairs open into the king-size double bedroom. This surprisingly spacious room is a relaxing haven with luxurious bedding. A rolltop freestanding bath provides a real retreat where you can soak away your stresses and there is also a shower room on this floor.

Outside, the garden gives extra space for your dogs, and you can enjoy meals cooked on the BBQ. The icing on the cake of this property are the many walking routes you can choose from which you can follow right from your doorstep.

*Dogs: 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome at the cottage at an additional cost each. Please let us know if you will be bringing a dog and we will then revise your booking confirmation. The pet fee is NOT included in your booking fee. A request for an additional fee per pet will be sent to you after you have placed your booking. Your pet fee must be paid for before your arrival date.

Ground Floor

Living Room/Dining Room:
Stepping into the living room you will instantly feel at home. Closing the curtain across the front door behind you, this is a true bolthole retreat. Traditional features including a stone floor, exposed stone walls and wooden beams give this perfectly sized cottage added character. There are nods to your country location with stag decor and traditional hunting imagery on the walls.

This comfortable room has been wonderfully decorated with warm Mulberry red accessories, a leather armchair, and a plump two-seater sofa in front of the inviting wood burner in its inglenook fireplace. There is a dining table in front of a window seat where you can enjoy evening meals together looking out to the lawned garden.

Kitchen:
Up one step is the kitchen with wooden worktops and a stone floor. It is well-equipped for your stay and the owner adds a special touch by leaving a welcome hamper for your arrival. You will find all the appliances you could need including a coffee machine, washing machine, dishwasher and oven/hob. There is space in this room to store your dogs' accessories by the side door.

First Floor

Carpeted stairs with a turn and a handrail lead up to the bedroom and bathroom.

Bedroom One:
This king-size double bedroom overlooks the garden and is a tranquil escape away from the world. Enjoy the silence lying beneath the exposed wood beams with the electric log burner on to keep you cosy. Decorated in tones of taupe and cream you will start each morning well-rested.

Three steps take you up to the bathroom with underfloor heating and a freestanding rolltop bath where you can fully immerse yourself in luxurious relaxation.

Shower Room:
The shower room includes a shower with a rainfall head, heated towel rail, sink, and WC.

Outside

To the front of the cottage is a south-facing garden, a real sun trap, where you can enjoy a morning coffee or evening glass of wine at the four-seater table on the patio. There is an electric BBQ to enjoy a meal alfresco in the summer and lawned space for the dogs. While there is no parking at the cottage, there is on-street parking at the village green, a short walk from the door.

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

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

General

  • Unit size: 732 sq ft (68 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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
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

Property is also known as

619114

About the neighborhood

Map
Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 4 min drive
  • The Model Village - 4 min drive
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 4 min drive
  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 9 min drive
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 16 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheep - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mousetrap Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Old Mill, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition, and Cotswold Motoring Museum. The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Thimble Cottage, Lower Slaughter - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gillian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lotties holiday
Small, character cottage, beautifully furnished with imaginative decor. Outdoor seating for two and enclosed small garden for Lottie our Labrador. Centrally positioned in this beautiful Cotswold village but no parking outside. Excellent walks on the doorstep and the Slaughters Inn within easy walking distance. Lovely welcome pack waiting for us on arrival and Rachel, the owner, was very helpful and reachable. We had a very comfortable and stress free stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lovely little cottage was a perfect base for a few days of hiking in the Cotswolds. It was charming and nicely appointed, The locations in the heart of Lower Slaughter could not have been better. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024