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Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water

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Village High Street/river is a short walk from the front door of Skylark Cottage
Skylark Cottage, Bourton on the Water
Bright, modern lounge with smart TV (Sky/access to your Netflix account)
Master bedroom with ensuite, large fitted wardrobes, safe, hairdryer
Modern well stocked kitchen with doors that open to the sunny garden

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bourton-on-the-Water, ENG
  • Place, Cotswold Motoring Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The Model Village
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water

Welcome to Skylark Cottage

Skylark Cottage is a beautifully presented, modern three-bedroom Cotswold stone cottage in a peaceful residential setting, just a 10-minute flat walk from the centre of Bourton-on-the-Water. Perfect for families, couples or friends, the cottage sleeps up to 6 guests and offers flexible bedroom layouts, a private enclosed garden and excellent amenities for a comfortable stay.

Highlights
• Sleeps 6 (3 bedrooms)
• 2 bathrooms (1 ensuite + 1 family bathroom)
• Flexible bed setup (Kings or Twin option)
• Ultra-fast WiFi (500 Mbps) – ideal for streaming & working remotely
• 42” Smart TV with Sky & Netflix access
• Amazon Echo Bluetooth speaker
• Off-road parking for 2 cars
• Locked garage (secure storage for bikes/pushchairs)
• Enclosed private garden with outdoor seating
• Travel cot & highchair available on request
• Family-friendly (toys, books, games, children’s kitchenware)
• Hairdryers + safe

The Space

Relax & Unwind
The bright lounge is a cosy place to put your feet up after a day exploring. Enjoy the sunny bay window, comfortable seating and a 42” Smart TV with Sky.
You’ll also find:

• Amazon Echo Bluetooth speaker
• Visitor guide and local recommendations
• Books, board games, toys and jigsaws
Perfect for relaxing evenings and rainy days.

Kitchen & Dining
The modern open-plan kitchen/diner is exceptionally well equipped, with quality Bosch appliances including:
• Dishwasher
• Induction hob & electric oven
• Large fridge freezer
• Washing machine
• Microwave, kettle & toaster
The kitchen is fully stocked with cookware, crockery and utensils, plus thoughtful extras including a starter supply of tea/coffee, milk, dishwasher tablets and basic essentials.
The dining table seats up to 6 guests, and French doors open directly onto the enclosed garden — ideal for summer meals and evening drinks.
A highchair and travel cot are available on request.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Upstairs you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms, all with quality mattresses and crisp white bed linen:
• Bedroom 1: UK King-size bed + ensuite shower room
• Bedroom 2: Uk King-size bed
• Bedroom 3: Twin setup (two 2ft6 beds) or made up to a UK King-sized bed
There is also a stylish family bathroom with bath and overhead shower.
Hand towel and bath sheet are provided for each guest.

Outside
Leading off the kitchen is a sunny enclosed garden with outdoor seating.
The private driveway provides off-road parking for two cars and the garage is available for secure storage (bikes, pushchairs etc.).

Location
Skylark Cottage is perfectly placed for exploring Bourton-on-the-Water and the surrounding Cotswolds.

Enjoy a flat walk into the village where you’ll find cafés, pubs, restaurants and popular attractions including Birdland, the Model Village and the Cotswold Motoring Museum.

You’re also within easy reach of beautiful Cotswold villages and towns such as Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, Lower Slaughter, Chipping Campden and Moreton-in-Marsh, as well as great day trips including Sudeley Castle, Blenheim Palace and National Trust properties.

Good to Know
• No smoking / vaping
• No pets
• No parties
• Quiet residential area – please respect neighbours
• Early check-in / late check-out may be available (£10 per hour, subject to availability)

Travelling as a Larger Group?
If you’re booking as two families or a larger group, we also have two nearby properties:
• Honeystone Cottage (4 bed)
• Kingfisher Cottage (3 bed)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We have new carpets and so would really appreciate it if you could remove outdoor shoes when inside the property please!

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
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 first aid kit

About the area

Cheltenham

Cheltenham is home to this holiday home. Old Mill and Sezincote House & Garden are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Broadway Tower Country Park and River Windrush. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and The Model Village are also worth visiting.
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Bourton-on-the-Water, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bourton Model Railway Exhibition - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Model Village - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dragonfly Maze - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Shipton Station - 21 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Porch House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Old New Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Box Bush - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Skylark Cottage sleeps 6 - Bourton on the Water located?

Situated in Cheltenham, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of River Windrush, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and Cotswold Motoring Museum. The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Great place to stay

Excellent property- ideal location and very modern
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna T.

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

Perfect cozy cottage with every extra imaginable!

Helen and Ian have thought of every comfort to make our stay fantastic. Couldn't have asked for anything more!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana Z., La Jolla, US

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

Wonderful property

Best short term rental ever! Like new, fully fitted and great location. Fully recommend! Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Beautiful cottage in excellent location

Check in was straightforward and lots of good instructions on what to do and how to use things. Location is a short walk from the village and provides good access for other Cotswold attractions Helen was very helpful and answered all of our questions online in a timely manner. Cottage has good modern facilities including wifi & TV access. Highly recommend this property. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R., Severn, Maryland

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

Lovely and Convenient Home

Helen and Ian’s home is within walking distance to all of the attractions in Bourton on the Water and driving distance to nearby villages. The home was perfect in every way and very comfortable for the four of us. Helen and Ian made the check in and check out process easy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

m v.

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

Comfortable house

Positive - nice, good equipped house - centrally situated in the Cotswolds - Bourton is a nice village - good restaurants nearby (15 min. walk) Suggestion: coatrack. We knew that 10 AM was the time to leave; there is no nood to repeat it so many times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

cotswolds

WE had a great time, everything was great but must say the house is really only big enough for 4 people as was tight with luggage as we came from Bermuda we had possibly more than most people. also an outside table would have been great. overall we were really pleased.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter O., New York

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

Perfect Base to explore the Cotswold AONB

My Wife and I were so very happy we chose Bourton on the Water as our Base and this Home provided the perfect starting point. The Master Bed is extremely comfortable. The House is clean, very well equipped with modern facilities and in a nice, family-friendly neighborhood just a short walk to the village center (even shorter to the Coop Grocer). The lovely village of Bourton on the Water has many wonderful restaurant options and tourist attractions for young and old alike. Helen was very pleasant and always available, if needed. This property and location are highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O., Seattle, WA

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

Excellent

My family (three adults, two children) stayed at the cottage during our trip to the United Kingdom. It was a beautiful home where we felt immediately at home. The kitchen was well stocked and we had everything we needed to cook several meals. The beds were comfortable and cozy. The living room had games and books, so we were well entertained. The home was very clean and we felt right at home. We were able to easily walk into downtown Bourton on the Water to enjoy all the sites. We really enjoyed our stay and return. We highly recommend Skylark Cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

EMMA J.

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

Fantastic

We cannot thank Helen and Ian enough for a fantastic stay in Bourton-on-the-water. Their house was absolutely perfect for us. Helen and Ian really have thought of everything - we were very grateful for the toys for the baby and ofcourse the scones on arrival for the adults. During the lead up to our trip, Helen was really helpful in replying to any queries which we had and provided us with information for the local attractions. The interior of the house has been really well thought out...we have definitely stolen some great ideas for our own house too! We had a great time and will certainly be back to Skylark Cottage. Thank you once again, Helen and Ian!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Desla M.

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

Great Stay in Beautiful Bourton-on-the-Water

My best friend, adult daughter and I stayed at this great property for 3 nights. From the start, Helen was an excellent communicator. Being from another country, we were a little anxious about getting to the location in a rental car. It turned out there were no worries with that at all. Helen's directions were perfect and the on site parking was a great perk. The cottage was lovely and very well stocked. The location was walkable to many of the sites in Bourton. We used it as a central hub to explore the Cotswolds. The check in and check out process was as expected. We had the good luck to be in the area during a heat spell, making it seem more like the Midwest in America. We had a learning curve remembering that most places in England do not have air conditioning, but the fans that were provided were helpful. This was the ideal place for our little group to relax and recover after very busy days exploring. I would highly recommend this location and Helen as a host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a lovely well furnished home! Helen was great throughout, really easy to communicate with. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House very clean and comfortable. Great location for walking into the village.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John R., Milton Keynes

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

Meeting friends in the Cotswolds.

The property was everything it looked to be when I booked it. Very impressed with the detail,everything you needed for your stay was there they left a few bits and pieces which was very nice. There was another couple staying with us who were as equally impressed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyn M.

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

Fabulous week

Thank you Helen and Ian for setting the perfect start to our week. Your home is in a great location that allowed us to do what we had hoped. Communiation was excellent before and during our stay. All the amenities you would want are here and your home was comfy for four adults. Thanks for the lovely welcome treats and all the extra info in your binder and grey bin. It helped in our planning. We mostly toured or hiked during the day, eating at a pub for lunch then made our compulsory 5 min. walk to the modern, large Coop where we discovered the delicious COOK foods for dinner. Favorites - Broadway Tower hike, Bourton to Slaughters hike; Mousetrap Pub, Lower Slaughter Inn; Cirencester market day. Thanks for a great week. Anyone considering the Cotswolds should book here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

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

Excellent

Beautiful property. Excellent linens/towels. Well appointed kitchen with everything you could need. Wonderful little welcome basket. Location is very good except for us old timers with bad knees. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian H., Epsom

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

Great stay in a perfect property

The property was perfect for our needs. Great location, just a short walk to the centre of Bourton-on-the-Water. The house itself is lovely - one of the best kitted out rentals we've stayed in, it had everything we needed. Good size rooms, great kitchen and outside space. Communication with the owner was superb, everything was super easy. Would highly recommend. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward & Tammy H., St. Catharines

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

Fantastic!

Our recent stay at the Skylark cottage was fantastic! Helen is an amazing host - prompt with her replies, helpful and very welcoming. We were there during a heatwave and Helen made sure we had fans to use to stay comfortable. She left us a lovely welcome basket which was appreciated by all. The home is immaculate, and includes all the necessities (laundry facilities, dishes, soap for hand washing, laundry and dishwasher as well as basic condiments, coffee, tea and milk, grocery bags, picnic blanket and cooler bag ). Skylark cottage is a short walk to the Co-op grocery store as well as the shops and restaurants in the village. We would highly recommend this rental if you are considering a trip to Bourton-on-the-Water!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C., Austin, TX

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

Easy Walk Into Town

Modern family home in quiet residential neighborhood. Short walk to Co-op for all of our grocery needs and to the town centre. The kitchen was one of the most well-stocked kitchens we’ve experienced in a VRBO property, you weren’t wanting for anything to cook a meal. One room had blackout curtains while the other two had light filtering window coverings. We appreciated the books, games and magazines left for our enjoyment and the comfortable living room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Janet S.

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

Clean as a whistle new home

There is much to love about this house - it is sparkling clean, and everything is new and well thought out. A thoughtful welcome basket, books and toys, games for kids are nice touches. We settled in nicely and enjoyed the proximity to all the little villages in the Cotswolds, nothing more that 20 minutes away. The one issue we had is that the listing does not say that this house is part of a large, new, cookie-cutter complex. We were very surprised pulling in to the sort of sterile, not very "cottage charm" area, as in the photo you can't tell that this is the case. Once we got over our initial disappointment (we are from the US and had a dreamy expectation of something more unique/not so urban) we did appreciate the home. You could walk to the main part of Bourton for coffee in just 15 min. Our host was an excellent communicator also. There is a bit of laundry prep and clean-up we were asked to do due to covid but hopefully that will be gone soon. Overall, it is a nice, clean home and close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Great stay in excellent property

This is a lovely modern house that is immaculate. It is very well equipped for a holiday home. Everything is clear with good instructions and communications with owners. Great location and a ten minute walk into central Bourton.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

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

Wish all cottages were like this!

This holiday cottage is an absolute gem. It is modern and very well equipped, beautifully clean and a perfect location for shops and the village. I would love to stay again and the communication with Helen the owner was first class.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Couldn't have asked for better!

Skylark Cottage is a beautiful property set in a great location within Bourton. Everything and more within the cottage had been thought about, and we needed for nothing. Cleanliness was faultless and communication from the owner was superb. We were a group of friends staying for a long weekend, but the property and its location would equally suit a family with children or a couple looking for a romantic break.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Lovely house

A well equipped house in the perfect location for exploring the Cotswolds.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Bourton on the water

A beautiful house that is so homely and well equipped in a great location and only a 15minute walk into Bourton.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Helen

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We live and work close by so can be on hand if needed fairly promptly.

Why they chose this property

We work extremely hard to ensure that our guests have the best standard of self catering accommodation during their stay in the Cotswolds. We hope that both properties have everything you need for a relaxing and fuss free break in Bourton on the Water.

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