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Rural hideaway but only 5 minutes from the centre of Cheltenham

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A wooden bench overlooking a rural landscape with fields, a distant town, and a clear sky.
A row of brick buildings with wooden doors and hanging flower baskets.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and oven.
A spacious kitchen with wooden beams, a large island, and a dining area with a bench.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a rug. There is a kitchen area with a white microwave, a sink, and a window. The room has wooden beams on the ceiling and a skylight.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cheltenham, Glos., England
  • Place, Ronnie's Field
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheltenham Town Hall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheltenham Racecourse
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rural hideaway but only 5 minutes from the centre of Cheltenham

The Old Dairy is a beautifully converted cowshed and dairy on our family farm on the outskirts of Cheltenham. It overlooks the town with wonderful views and sunsets over the Malvern Hills. The accommodation is quiet and peaceful and the nearest neighbours are our alpacas and pygmy goats. Our guests are welcome to walk in our 80 acres of hillside and enjoy the scenery, wildlife and wonderful views. A real retreat and yet only 5 minutes or so to the centre of Cheltenham - the heart of the Cotswolds.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11054033
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

Located in Cheltenham, this holiday home is in the city centre. Notable landmarks in the area include Cheltenham Town Hall and Gloucester Docks. Parabola Arts Centre and Walks With Hawks are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Cheltenham, Glos., England

What's nearby

  • Ronnie's Field - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • The Promenade - 9 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 10 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Sudeley Castle - 25 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Cheltenham Spa Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hewlett - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Favourite Beers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Prestbury - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Boulangerie Artisan - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rural hideaway but only 5 minutes from the centre of Cheltenham pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rural hideaway but only 5 minutes from the centre of Cheltenham?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rural hideaway but only 5 minutes from the centre of Cheltenham?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rural hideaway but only 5 minutes from the centre of Cheltenham?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rural hideaway but only 5 minutes from the centre of Cheltenham located?

Located in the heart of Cheltenham, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Ronnie's Field and within 3 miles (5 km) of EV Charger Points Stadium and High Street. Pittville Park and Holst Birthplace Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area and accommodation, close to town but far enough away to be quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The room, space and kitchen was great for our trip to the Cotswolds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

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

Stunning location

A lovely clean and welcoming accommodation in a beautiful location. We would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2025
Lovely guests …..hope they visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage with spectacular views and sunsets. Very quiet location with welcoming hosts. The animals were a great addition to the lovley setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hosts & location. Everything spotless. Gill & her husband the nicest folks.High recommended location - you won’t be disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D.

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

Restful retreat

Beautiful and perfect for a time to relax and unwind . Host was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Quiet Hideaway

Great spot to explore this beautiful area. Host was wonderfull, highly reccomend for Cotswolds area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing! It was the perfect place for us Wisconsin farm girls. The rental is beautiful, clean and has so much country character. The animals and farm life surrounding the property made our stay feel at home! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Wonderful hosts lovely animals our little home for the week had everything we needed

Was above
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful tranquil place which provided us with a lovely base from which to explore the Cotswolds, Bath and Oxford. Our hosts were very welcoming and our home for the stay was a beautifully reconstructed and tastefully decorated dairy. The place was very homely with all manner of farm animals watching us as curiously as we watched them. We would love to return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jac R.

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

Amazing Little Farm

The Old Dairy barn is so clean, quaint and modernized. It’s on an adorable farm and the hosts are the most accommodating hosts I’ve ever had. They gave us farm fresh eggs and homemade cookies. Loved the area, so many great Cotswold villages to check out. Hope to make it back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonja T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a wonderful stay in the cottage! It was absolutely clean, cozy and lovely decorated! Loved to have the animals right outside and I very much appreciated the welcome package - this was a very nice touch, and Gill was very helpful for any questions.THANK YOU!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

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

Peaceful setting with alpacas

The property was fitted to a very high standard, lovely touches such as the welcome pack & fresh eggs. Very welcoming host.We enjoyed sitting outside watching the animals and enjoying the peaceful setting. Easy walk into Cheltenham- shame we didn’t have longer to explore the beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P.

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

The Perfect Escape from Town

This is a beautiful property, just on the outskirts of Cheltenham, minutes from all the amenities but you feel like you are out in the countryside. Gill & Glyn have a wonderful small farm with a menagerie of livestock. It was the perfect 4-day rest for us between exploring the big cities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay - hope to see you again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely converted dairy, retaining original features but with modern twist. Very clean and tidy and everything you could need for a home away from home break. Loved opening the french doors and looking out over the farm and seeing the animals. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hersha P.

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

The most amazing getaway!

We found this properly last minute and had no real expectation. What we found when we arrived blew us away. The hosts are fabulous, nothing is too much, the place was so clean and the extras left by Gill were so welcome after the drive in. I would go back in a heartbeat, I cannot recommend it enough. Already planning our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2022
It was a pleasure having you both to stay. We hope to welcome you back very soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean, tidy and had everything you needed for a short stay, including a few home cooked treats.The hosts were friendly and helpfulThe location was great for visiting the surrounding Cotswold area and the view from the property was beautifulThe only down side was the onsite male peacocks who started screeching at 4am each morning in the courtyard in front of the barn. This did impact our sleep unfortunately.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful stay at this little cottage near Cheltenham in the Cotswolds. The host, Gill, along with her husband, Glyn, were kind and very helpful answering all of our questions and they left the cottage stocked with homemade cookies, marmalade and staples. Her daughter, Lisa, is care taker to a myriad of rescue farm animals and shared all of them and their stories with us. The inside of the cottage was impeccable and whether we were wandering their meadows, petting the farm animals or watching a glorious sunset, it was a bit of heaven on earth to us. It was also the perfect base to venture from each day to explore the villages of the Cotswolds. If you want a little peace and serenity, this cottage does the trick.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josephine B.

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

The Old Dairy

Our stay at the Old Dairy was wonderful. Quiet location with lovely views. Being around all of the animals on the farm was special. Gill and Glyn were great hosts, very friendly and helpful. Great accommodation which was well thought out. Very clean, great shower, comfy bed. Welcome pack with tea, coffee, eggs etc. Home made ccokies from Lisa was a lovely touch. Only regret, is that we didn’t book it for longer. We will be back Josephine & Paul
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

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

Home Base in the Cotswolds

We were greeted so we’ll by our host Gill. She showed us the suite and introduced us to Max the dog and the farm animals that we greeted each morning. Welcome sweets and bubbly along with homemade marmalade went over and above. The building inspection reports that were left in the suite provided quote the amusement for Engineer spouse. If we can say not news is good news, it was because we had no need to contact the owner the entire time we were there (5 nights).
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2023
Thanks for your kind comments and also for leaving the place so clean and tidy. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sascha R.

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

Wunderschöner Urlaub in den Cotswolds

Wir hatten einen klasse Urlaub! Sehr liebe und nette Vermieter, die uns sehr herzlich begrüßt haben und auch zwischendurch immer mal wieder für eine nette Unterhaltung da waren. Die Farmtiere konnten wir aus nächster Nähe kennen lernen, was eine sehr schöne Erfahrung war. Hier Urlaub zu machen und von hier aus die Cotswolds zu erkunden, können wir zu 100% empfehlen.
schöner Blick über Cheltenham
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mooie locatie ,landelijk en toch ook vlakbij supermarkt,goede uitvalsbasis om de cotswolds te ontdekken,zeer gastvrij warm welkom, en de verschillende dieren maken het een bijzonder verblijf . Een aanrader om daarnet verblijven! Gerti en Jan uit Mierlo (Netherlands) mei 2025
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

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

Great place to stay

Immaculate accommodation, lovely hosts, great location and views. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gill Jarman

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My parents came to the farm in 1945 when they married. I was born here and lived here most of my life - and with my husband, Glyn, since 1976. Our daughter, Lisa, also brought up here, has now moved into the farmhouse with her 4 children.

Why they chose this property

The Old Dairy has been converted from the dairy and cowshed which were used up until the late 1960s for milking the cows. We have retained the character of the building whilst creating a spacious, airy space for our guests.

What makes this property unique

A quiet and peaceful place to stay, alpacas and pygmy goats outside the door, donkeys in the field and ducks and chickens producing your eggs! Plenty space to stretch your legs across the hillside leading to Cleeve Hill.

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English

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