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

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 268 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • 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.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

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

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 732 square feet

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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
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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

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Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • The Model Village - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 11 min drive - 7.7 km

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).

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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
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely loved the House
The location was beautiful, the house, albeit small, was absolutely perfect and the attention to details was incredible, the perfect place for a peaceful weekend. An added delight was the hamper left by Bolthole was wonderful thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

**** Lovely cottage,amazing location,feels like a home.
***** my self and my partner had a very good calm and enjoyable family time. The Cottage have everything we need very warm cosy and pretty
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10/10 Excellent

A lovely stay
The cottage was very warm and cosy in the chilly weather. Spotlessly clean and comfortably furnished, it provided the perfect base to explore the Cotswolds. We shall definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a great location, perfect for a quiet weekend away.
Perfect for a weekend away in the Cotswolds. Cottage was lovely, clean and in a perfect location. Instructions were really comprehensive and clear, would highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

January 2023
We got lucky with the weather in January, but a lovely cottage for 2 people in a fantastic location. The owner even went above and beyond in helping us get back some of our belongings we'd accidently left behind. Great stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

A wonderful stay at Thimble Cottage
We had a wonderful stay at Thimble cottage. The space was clean, cozy, very comfortable and well supplied with everything we might need. Rachel decorated for our Christmas stay and we felt right at home. The location was perfect to walking trails, nearby villages and local pubs and restaurants. We would definitely stay again. Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

Marly S., Maastricht, Netherlands

Fairytale
A beautiful and romantic cottage on a top location in the heart of the Cotswolds. Totally relaxed here.
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10/10 Excellent

it was a wonderful stay in tfe cottage and Rachel ,it s a really friendly and helpfull person.
see up.I m sure i will come back. The onlyone is; the keybox is so deep by the ground and it can be difficult to use this.
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10/10 Excellent

Toby G.

A picture-perfect, cosy retreat in an idyllic location
We could not have asked for anything more from our stay at Thimble Cottage. Set in the peaceful and picturesque Cotswolds village of Lower Slaughter with countryside walks right on the doorstep, this adorable property was the perfect retreat for a couple with their dog. Full of charm and character, the cottage was a delight to return to after a day's exploration of the local area. Spotlessly clean and extremely well equipped, our every need was catered for and we felt very comfortable and relaxed during our stay. From the luxurious bath and spacious bedroom to the log burner, underfloor heating and the pretty garden, we loved everything about the cottage. A little peace of heaven to which we hope to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne V.

Wonderful retreat
The cottage is just perfect.we have had a wonderful stay at thimble cottage. The cleanliness comfort and attention to detail was excellent. We loved the food essentials left for us and the small details, like very good quality bed and bedding. Only one thing we would like to draw attention to is the shower. To get any water pressure it had to be on full and was then scalding hot. Otherwsise perfect stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Linda Jessopp

Birthday break
We had a lovely stay at Thimble Cottage so would recommend. The cottage is beautiful and we love Lower Slaughter. There was only one thing that we were confused by - on more than one occasion we were asked to contact the owner before arrival - I tried to do this twice - no answer - went to voice mail and no call back. Was this necessary to do? If yes why weren’t we called back. Other than that a perfect stay. Thank you.
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8/10 Good

Lovely cottage, perfect location, but couldn't use lovely bath
We loved our stay at Thimble cottage, it's a perfect location with lovely local walks. It was very clean and quiet and finished beautifully. But be aware there is no guaranteed parking that comes with the cottage so you need to account for this in your day trip planning. There was literally nowhere to park in the village on a Saturday afternoon due to tourists so we had to stay out for longer. Obviously can't be helped but good to know! The cottage has a lovely rolltop bath and a whole room dedicated to it however the water flow from the taps was SO slow that we didn't have time to use it and had to shower instead. The shower taps come out at least 20cm from the wall, taking up a lot of room and leaving you very little room to move around in the shower. This is made worse by there being nowhere to put your shampoo etc. other than the floor, so you have to keep turning around and bending down - really difficult in the small space and quite frustrating - not relaxing at all. For the price paid this left us quite disappointed with the bathroom facilities as we were expecting to really enjoy the bath and was part of the reason we booked this cottage. The cottage was dog friendly and had a bowl, towel, blanket etc provided which was really sweet. But I would suggest that if dogs aren't allowed upstairs maybe a stairgate would be helpful to install to assist guests with adhering to this rule. Some scales in the kitchen were the only thing we were missing for weighing dog food out.
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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely loved the House
The location was beautiful, the house, albeit small, was absolutely perfect and the attention to details was incredible, the perfect place for a peaceful weekend. An added delight was the hamper left by Bolthole was wonderful thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely loved the House
The location was beautiful, the house, albeit small, was absolutely perfect and the attention to details was incredible, the perfect place for a peaceful weekend. An added delight was the hamper left by Bolthole was wonderful thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Gillian H.

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