Located in town, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. It includes a balcony, terrace, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. The property is pet-friendly and offers easy access to the Cotswold Countryside Collection and the Cotswold Motoring Museum.
Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Garage parking available
Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Balcony or patio
Explore the area
Northleach, Gloucestershire
Cotswold Countryside Collection
Place, Cotswold Countryside Collection
20 min walk
University of Oxford
Place, University of Oxford
47 min drive
Blenheim Palace
Place, Blenheim Palace
51 min drive
Oxford (OXF)
Airport, Oxford (OXF)
48 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Shower Room 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms
A charming honey-coloured stone house nestled in the quaint market town of Northleach, perfect for a family or group getaway to the Cotswolds. With fantastic social spaces, you can relax together in the beautiful open plan living area or enjoy the sunshine in the private garden. Walk to Northleach’s cosy coffee shops and country pubs, or at the very heart of the Cotswolds you’ll be perfectly placed to explore highlights like Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Daylesford Organic and Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park.
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Situated in a historic wool market town surrounded by glorious rolling countryside, Hawthorne Cottage is a large 4-bedroom cottage that offers the perfect base for exploring the Cotswolds. With its spacious living area, bedrooms and garden, there is plenty of space for large families or groups to gather and enjoy their time together in this beautiful part of the country.
Upstairs, four impeccable bedrooms act as serene havens for a restful night’s sleep after busy days exploring. With a mixture of super-king, king and twin, two with en suites, Hawthorne offers flexible sleeping arrangements with plenty of privacy for guests.
Immaculately styled and furnished, the open-plan kitchen with living and dining area offers a fantastic space for preparing and sharing meals together. The dining table is perfect for hearty breakfasts or indulgent dinners. Throw open the sliding doors to the garden to create a fantastic indoor-outdoor space for socialising. Cooler evenings can be spent on the sumptuous sofas playing games with the crackling log burner in the background.
On a summer’s evening enjoy a family BBQ feast on the dining terrace while the children and dogs run and play freely in the large, enclosed garden. Idyllic rolling hills and meadows surround the cottage, inviting long country walks.
Ground Floor
Kitchen/Living/Dining Area: This impressive open plan space offers a place to dine, relax and whip up meals to enjoy as a family or group. The kitchen is fully equipped with the essentials including oven/hob, fridge freezer, microwave, toaster, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine/dryer. Meals can be enjoyed at the dining table seating 8. Spend evenings on the large corner sofa with a fire in the log burner or on summer evenings open the bi-fold doors to allow the outdoors in.
Cloakroom: Handy downstairs WC and basin.
First Floor
Bedroom One: This beautiful and bright master bedroom is a sanctuary of light and comfort with super-king-size bed and spacious en suite bathroom.
En Suite: Bedroom one’s en suite is equally as calming, with a walk-in shower and heated flooring and towel rail. The room also features a WC and basin.
Bedroom Two: The second bedroom is just as tranquil with a super-king-size bed and decorated with neutral tones.
En Suite: Bedroom two’s en suite bathroom has underfloor heating for ultimate cosiness and features both a walk-in shower and a bath just ready to be filled with bubbles. The room has a WC and basin.
Second Floor
Bedroom Three: This room features calming décor and beautiful linens on a king-size bed ideal for drifting off into a peaceful sleep.
Bedroom Four: This pretty, twin bedroom allows flexibility to the sleeping arrangements. The room is in the same elegant, neutral style, ensuring the whole group can have a restful sleep ready for a day of rural exploration.
Bathroom: The large bathroom is easily accessible from both bedroom 3 and 4. The light filled neutral decorated space features a bath, basin and WC.
Outside This spacious garden is a great space to let time slow down and spend time together. Fully enclosed, children and furry friends can run and play freely while the adults relax on the terrace. Enjoy al fresco dinners and barbecues on the dining table that seats 8. From your doorstep you have plenty of opportunity for country walks on footpaths that lead through stunning meadows with views of cows and sheep grazing gently on the hills. Walk to Northleach’s marketplace for a morning coffee at the Lynwood & Co coffee shop or a meal at the lovely Sherborne Arms or Wheatsheaf pub.
Points of Note: Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences. It is the policy of this property not to take bookings for groups where the majority of guests are under the age of 25, or single-sex group celebrations, including stag/hen parties. Parking for 2 cars in carport and rear parking bay, plus unrestricted off-street parking on adjacent roads Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted to stay overnight.
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About the area
Cheltenham
Located in Cheltenham, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cotswold Motoring Museum and Tolsey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bourton Leisure Centre and The Model Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at EV Charger Points Stadium or Cirencester Park Polo Club.
Cotswold Countryside Collection - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Cheltenham Racecourse - 34 min drive - 29.4 km
University of Oxford - 47 min drive - 53.7 km
Blenheim Palace - 51 min drive - 55.0 km
Bicester Village - 55 min drive - 69.6 km
Getting around
Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 19 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
The Old New Inn - 10 min drive
Eleven Bibury - 12 min drive
The Swan Bar - 13 min drive
The Willow - 10 min drive
The Mousetrap Inn - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?
As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms on 13 Oct 2026 start from £734, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hawthorn Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Cotswold Countryside Collection and within 6 miles (10 km) of Church of St Bartholomew and Chedworth Roman Villa. Bourton Leisure Centre and Bourton Model Railway Exhibition are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Excellent stay, high standard of finish, quality and cleanliness throughout the property. Great central location for visiting the Cotswolds, which for us covered postcodes in GL and OX areas. I highly recommend this place! Thanks very much.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Harriet W.
7 Oct 2025
Great spot for groups or families
A really lovely place to stay with a perfect space for entertaining.
Our only niggle was that the pillows were pretty uncomfortable.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Hawthorn Cottage. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback regarding the pillows has been shared with the property owners who have taken this onboard and are looking into it. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alyson K.
17 Jun 2025
Lovely accomodation for 8 people
Well equipped for 8 people and a great location to access the Cotswolds
Beds and pillows were very firm
Showers towels etc were great
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
30 Dec 2025
Lovely Christmas break
Great house in a quiet road - plenty of room to accommodate our family group of 6 adults and 3 cars. Tastefully decorated throughout. 10 minute stroll to the village centre and a Budgens store. The Wheatsheaf Inn, was a particular favourite with great food and service.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
holly l.
24 Oct 2023
Very nice.
Lovely place to stay! Would stay again. The beds were very comfortable, kitchen was modern and easy to use. TV was connected to sky which was great. Parking was easy too. Lovely cottage, would highly recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 Sept 2024
Spacious home in great loction
Hawthorn Cottage is a spacious house well equipped for a very comfortable stay. It was quiet and had good access to the areas we were visiting. Great communication when we needed it. I would highly recommend this property.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
8 May 2024
Fabulous Bank Holiday Retreat
Recently stayed with my family and sister. The spec of the cottage was very high - everything was perfectly presented and the large table in the dining area comfortably fitted us all round. A perfect base to explore the delights of the Cotswolds, I would definitely recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
29 May 2024
A perfect long weekend
Hawthorn Cottage was wonderful in all respects. Could not fault the property in any way. A short walk into the centre of Northleach and the house was fully equipped . Spotlessly clean , and provided toiletries which was a pleasant bonus ! Would definitely stay again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michele M.
6 Jun 2022
Simply great
Hawthorn Cottage is in a great location to explore the north and south of the Cotswolds.
It was very clean, well equipped, comfortable with good instruction on everything in the cottage.
Our party of 6 adults enjoyed our visit and strongly recommend Hawthorn Cottage and Bolthole Retreats.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2022
Hi Michele,
Thank you for your lovely review of Hawthorn Cottage.
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Kind regards
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
27 Nov 2023
Wonderful stay
Lovely house for 4 people who wanted separate rooms. Location perfect for strolling into Northleach & visiting surrounding area. All amenities were great & open plan living area ideal for social
Living. We had a small problem and Camilla could not have been more responsive & helpful - went beyond expectations to help
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Feb 2024
A fantastic place to stay
Hawthorn Cottage is a fantastic place to stay - clean, comfortable, equipped with everything you could need and most importantly of all, it had a lovely ambience. It accommodated 6 adults, an active toddler and 2 dogs easily with room for everyone to sit and be comfortable.
Northleach is a great base - lots of walks close by and a coffee shop and great pubs.
I would highly recommend it
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
13 Mar 2024
A very enjoyable experience
We could not be happier with the condition of the property and the facilities. This made for a thoroughly enjoyable stay, Because of the location parking whilst loading and unloading was a nit of a problem but in the scale of things this was a minor issue.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 Jan 2024
Great location and top-notch cottage
We booked Hawthorn cottage to meet up with family between Christmas and New Year. It was a great location with the centre of Northleach a short walk and within easy reach of places like Bourton on the Water. The decorated tree was an added bonus. The whole house has been furnished to a high standard and was extremely comfortable. Would highly recommend.
All very good. Beds were particularly comfortable and the house was immaculate.
Down sides which seem trivial were that the refuse bin outside was full; we would have hoovered before leaving but the hoover smelt of dog when we set it up so felt obliged to leave that. We would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Hawthorn Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, however disappointed to read the points that you have raised. We have shared your feedback with the owner who has taken these points on board, and these will be looked into.
We were 4 couples who stayed at Hawthorn Cottage in September. We couldn't fault anything in our stay. From the living/ dining room through to the kitchen and the bedrooms, everything was excellent. It contains everything you need for a relaxing weekend away and being able to bbq was an added bonus. It is a short walk to the pretty village of Northleach, with a couple of pubs and a quirky winebar. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2021
Hi Steve,
We're really pleased you all enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your review. We hope you come back in the future.
Kind regards
Bolthole Retreats
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly Fairweather
14 Aug 2022
Excellent
Stayed here with my family and bridesmaids for my wedding. It was perfect. Super light in the living area for getting ready and a really sociable space. Was great for my 18 month nephew and a really safe garden space for him. Thoroughly enjoyed and would 100% recommend.
Thanks so much!
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2022
Hi Kelly, Congratulations on your wedding! We are so pleased to read that Hawthorn suited you all so well and hope that you will return one day. Best wishes, Bolthole Retreats
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
11 Sept 2022
A WONDERFUL STAY IN THE CENTRE OF THE COTSWOLD !!!
We were a group of 5 people, the cottage is located in a quite neighbourhood in Northleach. The Cabin was clean and very functional, the instructions issued post the reservation confirmation were bang on and everything worked well. The location of Northleach is quite central, you are not fare for any of the beautiful villages on the Cotswold. Burton on Water is a 10 min drive.
Overall I would recommend this place !!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2022
Dear Nikhil,
We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Hawthorne Cottage, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds in the future.
Kind regards
Bolthole Retreats
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
13 Jun 2024
Well-positioned for Cotswold break
Comfortable roomy house in quiet location, ideal for family and friends short stay. Further improvements would be:
choice of two different pillows ( all 8 of us found uncomfortable as very high hollowfill)
mattresses very firm, maybe memory foam toppers would help
update description re 2 parking places, as carport next to house is unusable due to residents cars parked opposite (unless maybe by a mini) - had to park further away in estate in a visitor space
Apart from those niggles, very good place to
stay and would recommend. Good showers, warm and spotlessly clean
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Hawthorn Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you liked the property and enjoyed your stay. Your feedback has been shared with the owner who has taken your points onboard and these will be looked into. We hope to see you all again in the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
11 Sept 2023
Lovely Stay
Just returned from a 2 night stay to celebrate my Mum's 80th Birthday, 5 Adults & 2 Children & dogs. The cottage was lovely, spotlessly clean, decorated to a high standard, sofa was amazing so comfortable, beds really comfortable with high quality bedding & pillows, we all slept soundly, the ensuite bathrooms were lovely, hand soap & reed diffusers where Rituals & smelt devine. Kitchen was fitted out with all you could want. Plenty of games to keep you occupied & a lovely garden with rattan garden furniture. I would definitely recommend this property we would stay again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Britt A.
23 Aug 2024
Very nice house with easy access to beautiful places in Cotswolds.
Clean and beautiful house and very well equipped. Within driving distance to so many wonderful places in Cotswolds. Beds are great - could have used a softer pillow but that is independent. In the description it says that in the garden there we would find “table and chairs for 8 and a rattan sofa set”. There is no sofa set in the garden and we would have liked a sofa set very much since the weather was so nice during our stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Hillside Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We can confirm that we have updated our website listing and apologise that this was incorrect.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Val W.
25 Jul 2022
Hawthorn Cottage - a family home with more than just the little extra's!
A beautiful Gloucestershire setting. Very tastefully decorated and sumptiously furnished and ideal for a family of eight! Just a short walk to the stores and pubs in Northleach. Central to visit Bourton on Water, We Fairford and even farther afield to Bath .Our daughters, grandsons and son in laws have expressed the view we should book up for next year. Surely the ultimate accolade for a well appointed holiday cottage! We do not hesitate to give Hawthorn Cottage a gold star and top rating!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2022
Dear Robert, thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased you loved Hawthorn so much and hope you and your family do return in the near future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Hannah G.
29 May 2024
A long weekend in Northleach
We booked Hawthorn Cottage for a long weekend whilst we were attending a wedding nearby.
The cottage is a modern townhouse in a quiet residential street on the fringe of the beautiful village of Northleach. The property has everything you could need and milk, tea & coffee were provided on arrival. Bedrooms were large & comfortable and having three bathrooms was a bonus.
Northleach has a lovely ‘village green’ with excellent cafe & wine bar, a village shop and two pubs. We ate in the Wheatsheaf which was excellent. The park in the meadow is also excellent for children.
The house was really nice, clean and well presented. It was the ideal base for our few days visiting family in the area.
To be a little nit-picky the accommodation experience could have been enhanced with a few minor improvements. The towels were a tad basic, so more luxurious towels would have been great. Also a little welcome hamper would have been a nice touch.
But we would definitely stay again and there are many properties we've recently stayed in where we won't be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
sarah v.
12 Nov 2025
Nice house
Booked Hawthorn Cottage for the weekend of my 50th birthday. We were 4 adults and 2 dogs.
House was beautiful, clean, modern and welcoming.
Secure garden was perfect for the dogs, and would be beautiful with the bi fold doors in the summer.
Bathrooms and bedrooms were all clean and modern. The kitchen was very well equipped and stocked well. We loved the dining table and chairs, very large and comfortable.
A couple of negative points were that we did find the beds a bit hard, but that’s just personal choice. The sofa in the lounge area wasn’t great. For 4 of us it was big enough to relax on, but any more and it would have been very squashed. If the house was fully occupied with 8 people there definitely isn’t enough sofa space. We found it to be very low and quite uncomfortable.
Overall a lovely well located house.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Hawthorn Cottage. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback regarding the beds and sofa has been shared with the property owners who have taken these points on board and are looking into them. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Anahita H.
10 Oct 2022
Good location
We enjoyed our stay in Northleach. The village is very pretty and has some nice places to eat and have a coffee. The house itself is in a new development which was very nice. However, on arrival we found that the house didn't seem to have been cleaned as well as we'd have expected (e.g. food splashed by the bins) and the carpet needed vacuuming. There were also lights that didn't have working lightbulbs and blinds which didn't work in one of the bedrooms. This was a bit disappointing. Hopefully these can be rectified as all in all, it's an excellent base for the Cotswolds!
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2022
Thank you for your feedback. The housekeeper has been made aware and is checking the points raised. We're sorry to read that you were disappointed.
About the host
Hosted by Bolthole Retreats
What makes this property unique
Hawthorn Cottage's exterior might make you think this is just another Cotswold holiday home, built with the region's eponymous warm-yellow limestone, but behind the bright door is a luxurious and spacious retreat. The owners have lavished this new-build property with top-end appliances, finishes and features. It provides a comfortable home-from-home with opulent touches throughout. Facilities include two en-suite bedrooms, a large family bathroom, off-road parking and a private garden that is both dog and child-friendly, so the whole family can get together and relax.
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