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5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds

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A traditional stone building with multiple chimneys, surrounded by a grassy area and a tree.
A rustic wooden cottage with a gravel driveway, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A bedroom with two beds, a skylight, a stone wall, and a wooden staircase.
A red British telephone booth with a defibrillator sign, located beside a stone wall and a stone building.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Bourton on the Water, England
  • Place, Cotswold Countryside Collection
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Whittington Court
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Chedworth Roman Villa
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds

SOUTHWOLD BARN is a luxurious conversion of five cart barns in Compton Abdale. The village is one of those 'that time forgot' where there are many beautiful country houses, mixed with quirky Cotswold cottages all on little lanes which lead towards the village spring in the shape of a cotswold stone crocodile!

For full details please see Southwold Barn, Compton Abdale


Sleeps 8 in three double bedrooms (two on the ground floor) and a twin bedroom
Three Bathrooms (two of which are ensuites)
Large log burner (for cosy winter evenings)
Pretty garden with stream (lovely for lazy Summer days)
Large field for family games, usually sheep and chickens onsite
Family friendly (games for children, cots, high chairs and stairgates)
Flat screen TVs with DVD, WiFi
Close to Cheltenham, Cirencester, Bourton on the Water, Stow, Oxford, Bath ...
Easy links to M5, M4 and M40

We also offer a range of optional indulgences to make your family holiday, celebration party, pampering weekend or get together with friends that extra bit special.

Being in the centre of Cotswolds, Southwold Barn is a short drive away from the main Cotswolds towns of Cheltenham, Cirencester, Stow on the Wold and Bourton on the Water. There are numerous pubs and restaurants locally.

We accept 1 well behaved dog.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have travel cots, stair gates, steam steriliser
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
The garden is not enclosed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8700989
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this holiday home is in a rural area. Naunton Downs Golf Club and Cineworld Cheltenham are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit High Street and The Promenade. Travelling with kids? Consider Walks With Hawks, or check out an event or a game at EV Charger Points Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Bourton on the Water, England

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Countryside Collection - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Whittington Court - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Chedworth Roman Villa - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • The Model Village - 20 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 23 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Frogmill Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sherborne Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Green Dragon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Old Prison - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds on 5 Feb 2027 start from £1,189, 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 5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5* Gold Award Barn Conversion at the Heart of The Cotswolds located?

This family-friendly Cheltenham holiday home is located in a rural location, 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Chedworth Roman Villa, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Whittington Court and Cotswold Countryside Collection. Walks With Hawks and Cerney House Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Emma Doyle

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Why they chose this property

We bought Southwold Farm in 2001 and converted Southwold Barn from 5 cart barns in 2004. we fell in love with the village and area as there is so much to do in the locality, whether is sporting, relaxing, eating or visiting the great local gin and whiskey distilleries or simply walking in the beautiful Cotswolds countryside

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