Entire home

Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell

Photo gallery for Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell

A wooden table set with fruits, a glass of orange juice, and croissants in a garden with stone walls and lush greenery.
A stone building with a traditional design, featuring a prominent chimney, multiple windows, and a stone wall with a gate.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a television, and a bookshelf.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a vanity, and a stone wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

View in a map
Lower Swell, Gloucestershire
  • Place, St. Edward's Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fosse Gallery Fine Art
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Blenheim Palace
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Bedroom #4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Shower only

Bathroom #2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

Add dates for prices

Similar properties

Cotswold Cottage - StayCotswold
Beautifully presented dog friendly - Cotswold Cottage
Cirencester
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
Beautifully presented dog friendly - Cotswold Cottage

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Fosse Gallery Fine Art and Cotswold Motoring Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Naunton Downs Golf Club and Chipping Norton Golf Club. Bourton Leisure Centre and The Model Village are also worth visiting.
View more Cottages in CheltenhamOpens in a new window
Map
Lower Swell, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • St. Edward's Church - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Fosse Gallery Fine Art - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Sudeley Castle - 23 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 51 min drive - 47.8 km
  • University of Oxford - 55 min drive - 57.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old New Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Porch House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Mousetrap Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪New England Coffee House - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell on 2 Dec 2026 start from £885, 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 Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Edward's Church and Fosse Gallery Fine Art. St Nicholas Church, Lower Oddington and Sezincote House & Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property , lots of good quality crockery , glassware etc. good size bedrooms, but lack of mirrors & towels could do with being replaced are our only criticism for our wonderful stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
Thank you Cheryl for your review of Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be well equipped, comfortable and clean. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good base for visiting the Cotswolds

Nice spacious cottage with comfortable bedrooms, a kitchen with plenty of cooking utensils and good sized garden with a big table for al fresco dining. Well situated for visiting the Cotswolds although being on a main road was not ideal and a little noisy. Local pub a few minutes walk away.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect

The cottage was as described, clean and a lovely base for our weekend celebrations. Perfect location
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family weekend

A wonderful house in a great location in the Cotswolds. Very well appointed throughout with all the facilities you need for a family stay. On,y downside were a couple of the mattresses which were too soft, but a house I would recommend
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charming Cotswold stay

This was a comfortable cottage in a great peaceful location for exploring the Cotswolds. It was very well equipped and furnished to a high standard. There was a good local pub open for evening meals.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Thank you Jenny for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be comfortable and in a great location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Cottage

We had a lovely stay at the cottage. We were a group of 8 with 2 dogs and there was plenty of space. The living room is bigger in real life than in the pictures and houses everyone comfortably in the evenings by the fire. Pub across the road is great and the walk to Stow takes 15-20 minutes. Will definitely be back to stay at the cottage again!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
Thank you Daniel for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be spacious and in a great location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Value for money

Everything worked. Cottage is comfortable and clean, with largely new equipment and facilities. Would stay there again.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2025
Thank you Peter for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are dlighted to read that you found the cottage to be clean and comfortable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Yew Tree Cottage

A lovely cottage with 4 double bedrooms and everything you needed for a wonderful stay in a good location My 3 friends and I appreciated the basic groceries provided and the wood to build a real fire in the comfortable living room. We would definitely recommend this cottage
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2025
Thank you Joan for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are delighted to read that you had a wonderful stay at the cottage and it had everything you needed. We are pleased to know that you appreciated the welcome pack and the fireplace. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely house but found it a little small for 8 adults in the lounge area sleeping arrangements was r

Lovely house well equipped , bedrooms were really comfy but the lounge area was too small for 8 adults and the sofas were not very comfy. Nice quiet area and not far to stow on the wild which we did a walk to, but overall it is a nice cottage
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2025
Thank you Beverley for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be lovely, well equipped and comfy. We are sorry to learn that the sofas did not match your personal level of comfort. We do hope you will be back to stay in the Cotswolds again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Escape

Well equipped and comfortable property, worked very well for us for family get together. Extremely comfortable beds, high quality bed linen, generous utensils etc. Lounge a bit on small side for 6 but living kitchen huge.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2025
Thank you Simon for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be well equipped and comfortable. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Summer break

What a fantastic house to stop in it is the best so far . We will be coming back next year for another great holiday. It was fully equipped with every kitchen appliance. The location was perfect with Stow a mile up the road .The garden was perfect for out door eating. Would highly recommend this property.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
Thank you Keith for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be fantastic, well equipped and in a perfect location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Yew Tree Cottage

Lovely cottage/house warm, plenty of hot water for showers etc. kitchen well equipped Missing: information and map on local walks. Parking on road can be a problem if neighbours take parking bays before you.As mentioned in earlier reviews cobwebs still in some rooms. Sink dirty in downstairs loo. Friendly pub just a very short walk up the road
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thank you Michael for your review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the warmth of the cottage, the plentiful hot water, the well-equipped kitchen, and the nearby friendly pub. We also appreciate your comments regarding the cobwebs, and the sink in the downstairs loo. We have passed your feedback on to the property managers so they can review these points and make improvements for future guests. We hope to welcome you back to the Cotswolds again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Yew tree cottage

Had a lovely weekend. Easy paved walk into Stow ( uphill going) All rooms lovely. Golden Ball across the road. Spoke to someone about a query during our stay regarding the recycling - very helpful. Beautiful house, garden and location.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2025
Thank you Cathryn for yoru review of Yew Tree Cottage in Lower Swell. We are delighted to read that you had a lovely weekend at the cottage and you found it to be a beautiful property in a good location, and you were within walking distance of Stow on the Wold.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay in a beautiful house

Very well appointed property. Just missing a cafetiere but otherwise had everything we wanted. Property has parking for one car with lay-by opposite but this can get very busy so need to bag a space early. Very pleasant, if uphill, walk to Stow. Overall a lovely stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you Diane for your review of Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell. We are delighted that you found the property to be very well appointed and had a lovely stay. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A beautiful spacious house

This house is in a great location with lots of beautiful walks on the doorstep . Kitchen is very well appointed with everything you’d need . Slight disappointment was the level of dust and cobwebs , bins overflowing in garden and no mirror , bedside lamps or bedside tables in bedrooms . This place is beautiful but a little more attention to detail would elevate further . Communication , directions and access was easy , overall a fab stay - thank you
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
Thank you Sarah for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be well appointed, well equipped and in a great location. We are sorry to hear that you found dust and cobwebs, we will pass this feedback on to the housekeepers. The property listing confirms what furniture is in each room and some bedrooms do not have bedside tables or lamps. We do hope that you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Cottage in Lower Swell

This cottage is absolutely lovely — beautifully decorated to a high standard with real care and attention to detail. The whole house feels warm and welcoming, with stylish touches throughout. Everything was spotless and well looked after. You can tell the owners have put a lot of thought into making it a special place. There is a road outside, but with off-street parking available, it wasn’t a problem at all for our adult family. Highly recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2025
Thank you Tracey for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be lovely, beautifully decorated and welcoming. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great weekend despite the weather!

Well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, nicely decorated and the location was ideal! Only observation were a few cobwebs up on the vaulted ceilings of the property. Couldn't find a hair dryer and this would be useful. Kitchen cupboard underlighting hanging down.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2025
Thank you Ainsley for your review of Yew Tree Cottage. We are delighted that you found the property to be well equipped, to have comfortable beds and to be in an ideal location. The property is not advertised as supplying a hair dryer. We do hope that you will be back to stay again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

We loved this home and found it extremely comfortable for our family. Somehow I missed the check in email - the only form of communication with the property management group. They were unreachable after 5pm and we found ourselves a bit confused. We figured it out in the end and all was smooth sailing after that. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2025
Thank you Nicole for your review of Yew Tree Cottage in Lower Swell. We are delighted to read that you loved this property and found it to be extremely comfortable. We hope you will return soon.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Very disappointing break

Very disappointed with our Christmas break never book with stay Cotswold again The cottage was filthy dirty, all the bedrooms had dead wood lice all over the floors, main bathroom shower was covered in mould, all surfaces in the kitchen were dirty, fireplace hadn’t been cleaned, no wood for fire, a knife had been left outside on a rack in the garden, wine rack buzzed so had to unplug, downstairs toilet kept over flushing making a constant noise all night, the carpets were filthy covered in stains, arrived in the dark, couldn’t find where the key safe was, it was at the back of the Anex wall, very difficult to get to, no lighting. The cottage wasn’t fit for purpose. Ruined our weekend break, spoke to stay Cotswold when we returned, accused me of not telling the manager of the problem, which is a complete lie, never book with this company again
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time at Yew Tree Cottage. Sadly the annex bed broke but the property host organised for their maintenance guy to come and was fixed swiftly. Everyone happy. The beds were comfy with lots of space for storage. Kitchen was well equipped. Close to the main road through Lower Swell but didn’t hinder our stay. We all would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
Thank you Sarah for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback