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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Hawling
  • Place, River Windrush
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Naunton Downs Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sudeley Castle
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Stables at Lilac Cottage

Welcome to The Stables, a beautifully presented all ground floor stable conversion ideal for a perfect getaway for families and friends, set in an idyllic rural location within the Cotswolds.

Enjoy a seamless transition between indoor comfort and outdoor living through the bifold doors leading to the sun terrace and hot tub, where you can enjoy the peaceful countryside views and beyond. In the heart of the home an impressive light and airy open plan kitchen/dining and family room, perfect for gatherings with loved ones.

Sleep up to 6 across three bedrooms. The master bedroom with king size bed, and en suite shower room. The second bedroom comprises a good size twin room, and the third bedroom is perfect for younger guests, featuring a set of bunk beds—a fantastic setup for an enjoyable sleepover experience. You’ll find a further large family bathroom with shower, basin and WC.

Guests have full use of the hot tub, ample outdoor space, and terrace with sofa seating at the rear of the stables to enjoy alfresco dining and entertaining. The property itself backs onto an enclosed paddock, which is great for walking, wildlife spotting and connecting with Mother Nature. It’s truly stunning!

The Stables is situated within the Cotswolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty, and sits equidistant between Cheltenham and Stow on the Wold, both approximately 20 minutes drive away. The regency spa town of Cheltenham hosts an abundance of independent and much loved High Street shops, and incredible dining experiences from street food to Michelin starred fine dining, a must visit in this area.

The property benefits from air conditioning in the living area and twin room, with a mix of underfloor heating and electric heaters throughout the remainder of the property. With off-road parking for two vehicles, it’s a fantastic home from home to stay and unwind with children, grandparents and those of any age!

For bookings and more information please contact Finest Retreats.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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
Checkin 16:00-20:00

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11464754
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Naunton Downs Golf Club and Cleeve Hill Golf Club 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. Cotswold Farm Park and Bourton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • River Windrush - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Naunton Downs Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Whittington Court - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Sudeley Castle - 15 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 18 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 25 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kings Arms Prestbury - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Frogmill Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Tipsy Egg - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Stables at Lilac Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Stables at Lilac Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Stables at Lilac Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Stables at Lilac Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Stables at Lilac Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Naunton Downs Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Church of St Bartholomew and River Windrush. Sudeley Castle and Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Linda Martijntje

Lovely spacious rooms, fantastic bathrooms, cosy bedrooms, beautiful views, and the hot tub

Lovely spacious rooms, fantastic bathrooms, cosy bedrooms, beautiful views, and the hot tub.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tonna

A great place and accurate description of the residence

A great place and accurate description of the residence. We enjoyed the amenities. We will be back.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Peter

Peaceful retreat

Location, quietness. Kitchen equipment basic Some dishes were dirty
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

matteo

It's impossible not to want to come back here!!!!!

Immersed in the greenery, an oasis of tranquility and the gem of the outdoor hot tub…..
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Our stay at The Stables at Lilac Cottage was perfect!

Nestled in a serene village in the Cotswolds, it offered the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, being just a short drive away from the charming Bourton-on-the-Water and the bustling town of Cheltenham. Our highlight was definitely unwinding in the hot tub after a long days walk! Whether you're exploring the areasimply looking for a peaceful retreat, this place is a gem that should not be missed!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cat

Beautiful location, very large peaceful garden with lovely scenery

Beautiful location, very large peaceful garden with lovely scenery. Accommodation was perfect for us, the kids loved the bunk beds, we had the en-suite room which was lovely. Very clean and well appointed property. Kitchen has everything you need but no microwavewashing machine. We were blessed with lovely weather so enjoyed using the outside areas too, hot tub was gorgeous, and easy to use. We enjoyed lots of garden games with the kids and eating outside! Location is very remote, which suited us for a peaceful holiday off the grid. Overall we enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful family holiday here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

We’ve just got home from our stay at Lilac Cottage, and already want to go back!

The space was perfect and we felt right at home. The location is great with loads of friendly animals nearby. Hosts were great, clear communication and loads of nice little touches. (Like a chocolate cake on arrival!) Hot tub was fabulous, and we barely got out of it. We had the weather on our side but would be perfect in winter too. Thank you so much for our perfect weekend away. We cannot wait to return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Great place to enjoy the hot tubventure out for walks.

The property is located in a very quiet village with a couple of countries pubs about 7/8 minutes drive away. It’s well located to visit the beautiful countryside for hikesvisit villages like Bourton on the water. There is no TVdining room table so there is a lack of comfortable seating for more than 3 people if you wish to eat dinner in the property.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Very nice and comfortable beautiful location

Wonderfull location, beautiful surroundings. Hous is very comfortable and light. I was surprised to find only 2 very small frying pans, to accommodate up 4-6 people that is problematic, likewise for the utencils. The folding door(left part) is hard to open, might need some adjustments, toiletrol holder in the largest bathroom is loose. Indoor seating is also limited (understandably).
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Hi Peter, Thank you for you comments, I will ensure this information will be passed on to the onsite team. I am glad you enjoyed your stay at this beautiful property and were able to appreciate the beautiful surroundings.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Back from a wonderful week at the stables, lilac cottage.

The cottage itself is beautiful with an amazingly huge garden where we spent many an evening playing hide and seek with the kids. ☺️ We were very lucky with the weather and made the most of it with many days out. Highly recommend bourton on the water and Bibury both some of the most stunning places we have been with lots of Cotswold charm. Everything from start to finish from instructions to access the property to amenities within were fantastic. Thankyou very much we would definitely return. Kelly. X
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hollie

I recently went to stay at the stables lilac cottage - it was for my 30th birthday so I took a few g

I recently went to stay at the stables lilac cottage - it was for my 30th birthday so I took a few girlfriends for the weekend. It was set in the most peaceful, beautiful and tranquil setting. Easy to find and a lovely scenery in the drive leading up to it. The stables was SO beautiful, decorated to a modern touch, lots of space to socialise, and was in impeccable condition from the moment we arrived. The outside space is flawless, sitting in the hot tub with a glass of fizz being able to look at all the land surrounding with the sun shining down was just amazing. The hosts were so helpful with the process of checking in. Very clear instructions for checking out too. It was a home from home. They even left me a chocolate cake to enjoy on arrival! I would FULLY recommend this getaway to anyone who is looking for a wholesome weekend. Thank you very much for such a wonderful stay! X
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Comfortable accommodation but non-existent welcome

The location, the comfort of the beds, the calm The reception: we were not told how to pick up the keys and there was no one there on arrival. No one responded to our messageour calls. We had to go into the garden afraid of being in violation. We found the keys left in the key box which was not locked.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Paul

Cotswolds Summer Stay

The property overall was perfect for our stay, 2 adults and 1 baby. - Outdoor seating is great, just need to be lucky enough to collaborate with the good dry weather - The facilities, fridge, appliances, hot tub, outdoor seating all excellent quality items made the stay feel more premium - Location was quiet, peaceful, very nice - Check in and out was very simple - Would very much recommend the property to a small family or couples The property may have been empty / unused for some time as there were a lot of cobwebs when we arrived. - Under Sofa in living / kitchen - Above kitchen beams (to be expected as it is a barn style accommodation) - In corner of main bath shower room floor - Under main bedroom double bed The cleaning was fine in general, just a lot of cobwebs unfortunately. - Provide an Iron and Board? May be use full for some.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Hello Paul, Thank you for your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and I hope the unpredictable British weather gave you just enough sunshine to truly enjoy the outdoor seating. I am glad the appliances were to a high standard and help to make your stay feel luxurious. I am sorry you were disappointed with some of the cleanliness aspects we do pride ourselves on being responsive and on hand to help so I would hope that if you reach out to us we could assist with these issues. In regards to an ironing board we can provide these things dependant on property if requests are made prior to stay which is good to know for if you chose to stay with us in the future which I hope you will.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Danny

So we stayed here as we love the Cotswold vibe, this was giving just that.

Not too far away from Burton on the water and the slaughters but a car is a must No phone signal at all but decent enough wifi. Hot tub was lovely in the evenings but we had the jets turned off to listen to the wildlife and at our suprised on our last night we were inches away from rumergin hedge hog. Beautiful views of the Cotswold village - lounge/kitchen area was small - lots of beds in the bedrooms but no real space to chill other than on a little sofa area. Bathrooms were amazing though and have these infrared heated mirrors - nice touch. The heating throughout the property is decent with underfloor heating right through.On our last night we used the hot tub for around 3 hours - the smell of woodfires from the locals sweeping through the Cotswolds. The bed in the main bedroom is really not great though, I’m 6ft4 and 18st and it felt like it was going to break every turn. No TV - as listed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Wij verbleven met een gezin van 4 voor 5 nachten om de Cotswolds te ontdekken

Wij verbleven met een gezin van 4 voor 5 nachten om de Cotswolds te ontdekken. Deze accommodatie was daarvoor perfect geschikt. Mooi centraal gelegen, super smaakvol ingericht, smetteloos schoon, erg comfortabele en goede bedden en 2 heerlijke douches. Van bedlinnen tot handdoeken, alles van een hoge kwaliteit. Zeker aan te bevelen voor een heerlijk rustig verblijf en een ervaring geheel in stijl met de omgeving.
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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