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Golden Stone Country Retreat, Cotswolds

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A spacious room with wooden flooring, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a wooden door.
A kitchen with a unique wooden countertop featuring a natural edge.
A stone building with a sign reading 'Manor Farmyard.'
A modern kitchen with a wooden table, hanging shelves, and a black refrigerator.
A stone church with a grassy cemetery in front.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Ampney Saint Mary, England
  • Place, Cirencester Church
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cirencester Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Child Bed

Wetroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cirencester

Located in Cirencester, this apartment is in a rural area and on a lake. Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre and Arlington Row are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include New Brewery Arts Centre and Cirencester Leisure Centre. Lakeside Ski & Wake and Combat Splat are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Ampney Saint Mary, England

What's nearby

  • Cirencester Church - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Cirencester Golf Club - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Church of St John the Baptist - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Cirencester Roman Amphitheatre - 13 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Kemble Station - 18 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Eleven Bibury - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Swan Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Gallery Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Toro Lounge - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Stone Country Retreat, Cotswolds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Stone Country Retreat, Cotswolds?

As of 31 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Stone Country Retreat, Cotswolds on 29 Jan, 2027 start from S$929, 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 Golden Stone Country Retreat, Cotswolds?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Golden Stone Country Retreat, Cotswolds?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Golden Stone Country Retreat, Cotswolds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Golden Stone Country Retreat, Cotswolds located?

Situated on a lake, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Church of St John the Baptist, New Brewery Arts Centre and Cirencester Church. Cirencester Parish Church of St John Baptist and St. Mary's Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Lovely property. A bit far from shops though. A king size bed would have been better and the tv was too small. We arrived at 2.15 and could see that the property was ready but the host said we had to wait until 3 as it wasn’t quite ready
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2026
Check in time is 3pm. I had reiterated prior via WhatsApp that 3pm was the earliest check in time on this occasion, yet you tuned up at 2.15 asking to check in early. There is no way you could see if the property was ready without going inside, which you didn’t do. As it happens I was not ready for you check in until the check in time of 3pm as I was busy moving furniture and my personal items around the property and into my car, however should not have to justify this. The check in time is 3pm. If I was ready earlier I would have said you could come in earlier but I wasn’t so I didn’t and I made this very clear. I did find it a bit odd that you seemed so very keen to check in early and check out late. The times are there for a reason, you’re coming into someone’s personal properly and you pay for the allotted time in the property which is stipulated in the listing prior to booking. You are not entitled to extra time but I will offer early check ins if I'm able. The size of the bed is also stated in the listing.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fab location

Perfect location for exploring the Cotswolds A great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2023
Libby thank you so much for your booking. It was a pleasure to host you and you're very welcome to come back :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The kitchen was lovely. Electric stove top, kettle and toaster as well as large toaster oven. They had the perfect spread of dishes for us to fix breakfast and dinners. The frigde and freezer where well sized also. The one thing to note is there are no cooking essentials there such as oil, salt, pepper or spices. But it was still an excellent stay and cooking experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic short stay!

We had a lovely stay at Tre’s beautiful studio. We loved everything about it and we will definitely love to come back. There a lots of beautiful places to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun, 2024
Thank you Marion for being such wonderful guests and for your kind review. It was a real pleasure to host you as messages were always upbeat and friendly and you took great care of the studio. I'm so glad you had such a lovely trip and I really hope you do return x
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Idyllic

A countryside retreat- lovely area to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2023
Thank you so much for your positive review. I do hope to host you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely cottage

Enjoyed a relaxing stay at this peaceful location. A well equipped cottage, pity the weather was too cold to use the patio!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2024
I'm very glad enjoyed your stay Jan, and found the location to be peaceful and relaxing. Thank you for taking such good care of the cottage. I hope you can come again when the weather improves and get to enjoy the great outdoors a bit more. Best wishes, Tre x
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holidays

Very beautiful place, nice and clean. Friendly host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was lovely and clean. All the sheets and towels smelled really nice. There was a new kitchen counter installed, which was a great surprise and very beautiful. Location was amazing. We had a bit of trouble finding the right house, but the host was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very nicely maintained studio apartment. It is located in small village near Cirencester which was 10min drive away. That is one of the most enjoyable locations to visit in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

3 Days in Cotswolds

Our second stay here to visit friends locally, lunch at The Falcon in Poulton, and do a number of walks. Ampney St Mary's is quiet and countrified. The B&B is clean and fresh with parking and use of a summer house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much John for your review. I'm glad you got to The Falcon Inn and enjoyed the quiet countryside life in Ampney St. Mary while visiting friends. If you feel like coming back a third time, know you are more welcome! Best wishes and thanks again, Tre :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Brilliant break!

Friendly welcome, great communication with owner. Clean, cleverly designed and appropriate facilities. Comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2024
Thank you David, for your kind review. I'm very glad you enjoyed the facilities and had a brilliant break! It was a pleasure to communicate with you. Hope to see you again. All the best, Tre x
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful accommodation

The place was located in a beautiful quiet country area. The welcome and accommodation was beautiful. Tre did advise that the fridge freezer was a little noisy and suggested it be turned off at night which we did however the water recycling system was a little noisy too but other than that, an excellent stay. Thanks Tre.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Restful

We were met by the owner on arrival and were pleasantly surprised to find breakfast and fresh flowers thoughtfully provided for us. We had all the facilities we needed and everything was clean and tidy. Our overwhelming sense was of peace and tranquility - it was so very quiet. Thank you Tre
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2024
I'm so glad to hear you found such a sense of peace and tranquility at the studio and had a restful weekend break! :) It's so nice to hear your appreciation so thank you for your kind review. I hope you'll come back again soon. Best wishes, Tre x
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great for a short break in the Cotswolds.

The property was as advertised, clean, and well located. The kitchen area is very tiny with only a two ring hob, and a microwave so not much space for cooking. However, it's very peaceful and the bathroom is beautiful with gorgeous products to use in the shower. Good water pressure and good communication from owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2024
Thank you for your review Kay. The kitchenette is has a two ring hob and microwave, as advertised. I'm very glad you found it suitable for your short break and enjoyed a peaceful holiday. Best wishes, Tre x
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Equally suitable for one or two

Originally chosen for a solo trip to the Fairford air tattoo, the event cancellation meant it became a few days away for two of us. Very nice little property, with clever use of space, not far from Cirencester and the A-road network, but in a gorgeous country setting. Superb dealings with Tre, the owner, thoughtful touches throughout and very, very pleasant. Already booked for next year's airshow.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Stay Cut Short by Covid

Property was delightful, comfortable, well decorated. We particularly likes the provision of milk, bread, butter & jam, tea & coffee - so no late night dash to the shops on first night. Unfortunately I started showing signs of Covid towards the end of day 2 so we cancelled dinner and visit to friends the following day and drove home. Tre was very understanding and we hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2022
Thanks for your kind words John, and I'm very sorry your trip got cut short. I hope you can return soon and will get to enjoy that visit with friends! All the best x
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This eco retreat makes a lovely get away. I stayed for a couple of days and chose it as somewhere that I could go to to enjoy the peace and calm and the local environment. The studio cabin is really well laid out with all the provisions that you’d need for a few days break. There’s a lovely wet shower and plenty of space in the bedroom and living areas. There’s even a reading room situated above the property. It was comfortable for a couple. The only thing that I would have liked if I stayed a while longer would have been a larger kitchen unit. Saying that the property is really well placed to access the centre and the nearby tourist attractions. Communication with the host was also really easy. They contacted us a day or so before with detailed snap shots of the location and their details. I'd definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute Cotswold cottage

We enjoyed our stay! Loved the decor style and colors, it was very warm and inviting. The cottage, patio, garden, and she shed were all so welcoming. The bed was comfortable for me but a little short for anyone over 6' tall. The kitchen included everything for a light breakfast of tea/coffee and porridge. The electric kettle could not be used as it was quite full of limescale crust that flaked out into the water, but the microwave worked just fine for heating water for tea. If you plan to do any cooking, you'll need to bring your own oil, pepper, etc. We used the hob and it worked well for making eggs, cheese toasties, etc. FYI the fridge is noisy, it bothered my wife at night but didn't bother me. Apparently others have complained, too, because the workaround offered is a cooler bag with cold packs. This wasn't necessary for us, we used the fridge. The freezer needed defrosting and couldn't be used. This location is very tranquil and the cottage is quiet. A neighbor had guests outdoors one evening and I didn't hear them at all until I went outside. I appreciate the eco friendly approach in the cottage such as bamboo toilet paper, eco bath products, composting, recycling, etc. Paper towels are not provided so do bring your own roll. During our stay we let our host know there were a lot of bees getting in the cottage somehow, even with windows and doors closed. We expect and tolerate typical bugs like spiders, flies, etc. as a fact of life in the country, but the needs were excessive. The rain shower was roomy and refreshing. I liked the towel warming rack. Overall a good stay and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2022
Hi Susan, many thanks for all of your comments. You'll be glad to know the freezer and kettle issues have now been resolved. There is clearly a wasps nest somewhere not too far away but this has not been an issue for us before. Worry not, they won't be around for long! Wasps never return to the same nest. They are active for about 3/4 months during the summer but the nest will die off as it gets cooler and queens will hibernate ready to build a new nest in the spring. Very glad you enjoyed your stay overall and hope to host you again. Best wishes, Tre.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, very peaceful and tranquil. Not far from Cirencester for shopping.Tre the owner was there to greet us on our arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Alles super.Top ausgestattete Wohnung.Sauber hell und freundlich .Sehr schönes Bad.Ruhig gelegen.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Schöne Unterkunft in sehr ruhiger Lage

Wir hatten einen sehr schönen und ruhigen Aufenthalt in den Cotswolds. Uns hat überrascht, dass die Wohnung größer ist als sie in den Fotos erscheint. Sie ist sehr sauber und man hat alles was man sich wünscht. Tres ist sehr freundlich und hilft sofort, wenn man Fragen hat. Von dort kann man alles gut mit dem Auto erreichen. Aber weil es etwas ländlich und außerhalb liegt, braucht man auch unbedingt ein Auto. Bei der Ankunft fanden wir bereits einen liebevoll gedeckten Tisch mit einem leckeren Frühstück vor. Wir würden die Unterkunft jederzeit wieder buchen. Vielen Dank für die wunderschöne Unterkunft.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely staying

Posizione comoda per raggiungere in auto le cittadine delle cotswolds, Oxford, Bath, Bristol.. Per passeggiate a piedi direttamente fuori porta. Ampio monolocale con molta privacy e tutto il necessario per soggiorni fino a 6gg. Bei libri e giochi da tavolo, WiFi, tv in caso di pioggiadisponibili
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As good as I remember

I used the property for the second time, using it as a base for the airshow at RAF Fairford. As before it was ideal, only a short journey from Cirencester and Fairford itself. It is quiet and secluded, and a wonderful property for a couple or single traveller. Tre puts some lovely touches that are very welcome. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2023
Martin thank you so much for your wonderful review! The airshow will be on again in soon I hope and we'd love to have you back again if you'll be attending. Best wishes and thanks again, Tre.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and peaceful

Lovely property All very clean and well maintained Great modern bathroom . Would recommend this place for a relaxing weekend or short break Nicely located for all the major towns and cities of the Cotswold . Thanks Teh for the green tea and lovely granary bread etc John and dawn
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2023
Hi John, thank you so much for your positive review and kind words. I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again soon. You'd be very welcome to return!
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