3BR/2BA Cotswold Family Retreat in Cirencester, Full of Character, Sleeps 5

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House with courtyard and guest front door

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51000 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Cirencester, ENG

Cirencester Church6 min drive
Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre6 min drive
Cotswold Country Park and Beach16 min drive
Birmingham (BHX)91 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by

Waterton Stables is an old house, full of character, having been the stable block/groom's cottage for the large manor house nearby, now converted into two dwellings - the 'cottage' for guests which is attached to the 'stables' end of the house where the owners live full-time. The interior is well furnished and comfortable, and has a unique character. Please note, it is not a 'modern' space, this would not reflect it's age or character, but we hope the photos provide an adequate reflection of this.
It is approached by a long drive, with fields on either side, leading to a large courtyard with ample space for parking.
Upstairs, the attached guest cottage has 1 double bedroom, 1 twin and a single bedroom. There is also a bathroom with shower and bath, and a separate wc. Downstairs is an entrance hall, sitting room with large flat screen TV, a dining area and kitchen overlooking the garden. There is also a utility room with washer, dryer, wc and shower.
Outside there are table and chairs, and 2 loungers for guests' use. There is also a swimming pool which can be used at the owner's discretion. The pool is close to the house near the 'stable' end, but the owners are happy for discerning guests to use and enjoy it.
The local pub is a 5 minute walk away, and is perfect for an evening meal if you prefer to walk rather than drive. They now have a farm shop and an excellent take-away menu. There are many wonderful pubs nearby, beautiful towns and villages to visit with excellent food and warm cosy interiors for winter nights, and gardens with views for summer eating. It's a wonderful area for a break.

Property manager

Gillie

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Tennyson House (circled) looking across Mill Lake

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please leave the house clean and tidy and ensure you wash up before leaving.

Please leave dirty shoes in hallway and no food or drink upstairs.. Thank you!

Please leave wet towels and bath mats in the bath, not on the floor.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cirencester

Located in Cirencester, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Cotswold Wildlife Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cotswold Country Park and Beach and Thames River. Combat Splat and Lakeside Ski & Wake are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

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Cirencester, ENG

What's nearby

Cirencester Church - 6 min drive
Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 6 min drive
Arlington Row - 12 min drive
Cirencester Park Polo Club - 13 min drive
Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

Cirencester Kemble Station - 16 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

Tesco Cafe - 7 min drive
Dolcetti Ice Cream Company Limited - 6 min drive
The Bear Inn - 7 min drive
Toro Lounge - 7 min drive
Teatro Bar & Restaurant - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly Cotswold retreat, full of character, local attractions close by located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Cirencester Church, Church of St John the Baptist and New Brewery Arts Centre. Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist and Combat Splat are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

27 Jul 2023

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

Fantastic host

and great place to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cath C.

24 Nov 2022

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

Weekend break

The Stables is beautifully furnished with very comfy beds. The food at the nearby pub is good, although it was very busy. Would recommend this house as a base to visit the Cotswolds.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

7 Jun 2022

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

Great house in the Cotswolds

This was our second time at Waterton Stables so we already knew that it’s a very comfortable and characterful house in a great location. We stayed in winter last time, so it was lovely to be able to enjoy the garden this time, and the pool which was a real bonus. There is a nice pub only 5 -10 minutes walk away - we had a really good meal there.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Nia T.

5 Nov 2021

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

Nice, traditional coach house in the countryside

We enjoyed our time at Waterton Stables. If you're looking for a remote get away that isn't too far from Cirencester then this is perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Karen D.

27 Oct 2021

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

Lovely characterful house in the countryside

Lovely warm, comfortable and characterful house in a quiet location. Gillie was very helpful answering my queries before we arrived and messaging to check everything was ok while we were there. The pub in the village was closed for refurbishment - will be great when it reopens as you could walk there from the house up the lane.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Gillie

We are a family of 4, but our 2 children now live and work in London which is why we decided to open up the house to visitors. It has been wonderful meeting a huge variety of people, from many different countries.

Why they chose this property

The house is full of character and was converted to a house (from a groom's cottage plus stables) at least 30 years ago. Cotswold houses were built with small windows to keep in the warmth but the windows here are large and numerous so it is a light bright house, cool in the summer but warm in the winters. The garden is well maintained and guests have an area immediately outside the kitchen to sit and enjoy the views with a glass of wine on warm summer evenings. There is plenty of peace and privacy.
It is an area of outstanding beauty, with pretty villages, beautiful stone houses and lovely market towns.

What makes this property unique

The house has an unusual layout, good sized rooms, beautiful stonework and a unique character.It is old and this is reflected throughout. We have the benefit of the original courtyard, once large enough for horses and carriages, now giving us ample space for parking for both us and our visitors. We look out on fields, are very private and yet only 3 miles from the lovely market town of Cirencester.