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Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • 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.

Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade

This cottage with its many original features, including beams, wooden floorboards and fireplace, has a log burning stove and is ideal for a cosy, romantic break or for those who love idyllic walks by the river.

It is a two-minute walk to the intriguing antique shops and pubs, restaurants and cafes. Visit the impressive church in the centre of Lechlade, which inspired Shelley or the ancient church in Inglesham (approximately one mile away) which features restoration by William Morris. In addition, several stunning honey-coloured stone villages and National Trust houses of note (for which the Cotswolds is so famous) are only a few minutes' drive away.

The cottage is located down a secluded path, just off a no-through road where there is free, safe parking.

Beneath the famous "Halfpenny Bridge" lies the Riverside Restaurant which is a great place to watch for water birds, have a relaxing drink or meal or hire a boat for a trip up the river.

Property manager

Julia Shirlaw

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Cycling 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Unit size: 538 sq ft (50 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Note from host: 5% charge for a pet. Two pets max. No Large pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

Old Stone Cottage Conservation Cotswold Village
Old Stone Conservation Area Lechlade-on-thames Cotswold Village
Old Stone Conservation Cotswold Village
Charming Secluded Characterful Cottage in the Heart of Lechlade
Charming Secluded Characterful Cottage Heart Lechlade
Charming Secluded Characterful Heart Lechlade Lechlade on Thames
Charming Secluded Characterful Cottage Heart Lechlade
Charming Secluded Characterful Heart Lechlade
Charming Secluded Characterful Cottage in the Heart of Lechlade

About the neighborhood

Map
Lechlade on Thames, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Cotswolds Woollen Weavers - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Cotswold Wildlife Park - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Kelmscott Manor - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Arlington Row - 19 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Swindon Designer Outlet - 19 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Shipton Station - 20 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Riverside - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Five Alls - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade located?

This family-friendly Lechlade cottage is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Lechlade Community Library & Visitor Information Centre and Thames River. Riverside Park and Lechlade Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little cottage in Lechlade!
The cottage was gorgeous. It was small, personal and comfy. Everything we needed for our 4 night stay. We explored Lechlade, went to several pubs and ate out, as well as cooked in the cottage. I did lots of sketching, and went fishing with my boys. It was a great short break. Julia's property was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and restful home and location
We loved the week spent at Lechlade and the clean, restful home. Everything we needed was there and it is sweeter than the photos show.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage and location
Our second stay here and as great as the first time. Very close to shops and cafes/pubs and even a playground for children. The cottage is clean and had everything you need, including a beautifully kept garden. Great value for a weekend in the countryside!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in great location
We really liked the cottage, it was perfect for us as two friends together. We really appreciated the little extras that were left. It was very quiet although central to Lechlade. Parking was in the street but we found somewhere each day for two cars. Highly recommend this cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage close to everything you need
A tidy and well set out cottage that had everything we needed for a four night stay. Local facilities were great and Julia was a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and charming short break
We hadn’t come far, just from Oxfordshire but we wanted a short break which didn’t require hours of driving. Lechlade didn’t disappoint! A charming olde-worlde cottage but with all the modern amenities you could want. We appreciated the log burner as it is February. We did some fabulous walks with our little dog, including one to Kelmscott along the meandering River Thames. We ate at the New Wave fish restaurant on Saturday and highly recommend it, particularly if you’re a fish lover! Julia was helpful and swift to reply to one or two questions we had. The shower attachment over the bath didn’t bother us as we’re happy to have baths. We would love to return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kent place lechlade
Wonderful stay, highly recommended. Little trouble finding Kent place in the dark but instructions were excellent. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
An utterly charming and well equipped little cottage in a great location. The weather was atrocious (wet and windy) during our stay but we felt so cosy and warm, with the log burner and our glasses of wine that we didn't miss going out and had a lovely post Christmas chilled stay. There is plenty on your doorstep - good pubs, 2 supermarkets, a great local butchers / deli and coffee shop. We enjoyed a walk to The Trout for a yummy lunch but we did venture further afield to Blenheim for the fabulous Christmas lights. Communication with Julia was seamless, with good local recommendations and the welcome bottle of prosecco and biscuits was so thoughtful and enjoyed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best visit ever!!
We fell in love with the cottage immediately. It was just as pictured, but somehow more lovely and charming in person!! Julia was so proactive and kind. Parking on the main street was very easy and Lechlade was a fantastic central spot for exploring the Cotswolds. We hope we can visit again soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy cottage
This property was comfortable for the 2 of us. We stayed in the area to visit family and had a nice week visiting different villages in the Cotswold. It was very quiet and peaceful. Parking on the street, sometimes needing to walk a bit but always found a spot. The cottage is old and quaint but has many upgrades to suit travelers. We were able to sit outside with a beverage and play cards. Very nice garden area! Don’t forget to say hi to Hector, the neighbors dog!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming stay in an excellent location
The cottage was a lovely place to stay for the week. The kids enjoyed having their own room with separate beds. The cozy garden was just what we needed after the long trip across the pond. It is well located, within a 3-5 minute walk of grocers, butchers, and pubs. Take a 15 minute stroll down to the Trout Inn if you get a chance, it sits right on the Thames and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great little place to stay
A quaint cottage beautifully presented warm cottage .Had everything you need for a short stay and within walking distance of several places to eat. Parking on Sherborne Place difficult but did manage to find somewhere close by each night. Only con is the lack of a proper shower only a hand held one attached to the taps which without a curtain or glass screen goes everywhere!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
A great 2 day break. Would like to come back for longer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abigail A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cosy cottage
We had a wonderful week stay in Lechlade. The cottage is very comfy and has all the facilities we needed. We loved the fact the cottage hasn't been "white washed and chromed" and still retains a lot of the charm of its original features making it a very cosy stay, whilst still having the mod-cons people like these days such as dishwasher, microwave, etc. The owner was very kind and attentive to our queries. We will definitely be recommending the cottage to our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Great location. Quaint old place. Comfortable bed. Hand shower took some mastering.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Wood

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect short stay.
Everything was just what we hoped for and reflected the information provided. The owner was extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

NADIA A., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
This cottage is in a great location and a short walk to everything in the village. There is enough space for a family of four. Garden out back is a bonus. The only negative for me was lack of a proper shower (there is a hand shower in the bath but it is not wall mounted). Overall, great choice for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home from home
My husband and I greatly enjoyed our time in Julia’s characterful cottage. It is located in a charming, quiet neighborhood within short walking distance of scenic countryside, grocery markets, shops, excellent restaurants and welcoming pubs. The cottage was supplied with everything we needed for comfort. Julia kindly left items to give us an especially warm welcome. Communication was friendly, timely, and clear. We would love to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liva K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cottage
Cozy cottage with everything you need. Very clean and pretty. We enjoyed our stay and definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
So close to the centre of town but still private and quiet, Julia's place was a lovely base for walking parts of the Thames path. The garden at the rear was perfect for eating breakfast and having all the amenities was so useful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maxine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location
Lovely quaint little cottage in great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lechlade
Well described, well presented, lovely area therefore would recommend..
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in the country
Beautiful cosy cottage in the quiet countryside. Perfectly located in the town with great access to the rest of the cotswolds.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable cottage and good location
A compact comfortable cottage with a lovely secluded garden. The Prosecco and chocolates were a great welcoming gift. The shops were really close to walk to and the Londis and local butcher had all we needed. Although we could not always park opposite the lane for the cottage we always found a space in the road. A good location for visiting the surrounding villages - in particular we loved the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful stay at this gorgeous little cottage. The cottage was spotless, quiet, comfortable beds and had absolutely everything you needed for a comfortable stay. The owner Julia was extremely helpful and gave us great recommendations of restaurants. On our arrival there was a lovely surprise of a bottle of Prosecco and local fudge from Julia. We would definitely stay here again and I would highly recommend this property. Thank you so much Julia for a lovely welcome and for your wonderful recommendations .