Charming dog friendly holiday cottage - Lilac Cottage
Lilac Cottage is a delightful 19th century Cotswold home which sleeps four guests, in two bedrooms, with a family bathroom. There are many traditional charms and character features which have been cleverly enhanced by modern fittings and a contemporary colour scheme. Each room has been carefully curated, a highlight being the bright sitting room with its roaring open fire and multiple windows bathing the space in sunlight throughout the year. The garden offers a fantastic extension of the reception space, complete with a sunny patio and large lawn. Two medium sized dogs are welcome to join, making Lilac Cottage a perfect getaway for the entire family.
Accommodation This two bedroom holiday cottage occupies an enviable position on the outskirts of Stow-on-the-Wold, with a plethora of amenities, shops and eateries all within a short stroll. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Sitting/dining room Garden views, two-seater sofa, two armchairs, two window seats, open fire with fire guard, Smart TV with variety of on demand apps (account holders only) and six-seater dining table
Cloakroom Loo and basin
Kitchen Electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher, microwave, cafetière, Nespresso coffee machine (starter supply of pods provided), washing machine, toaster, kettle, fridge with freezer compartment, vacuum, clothes airer, iron and ironing board
First Floor
Master bedroom (Sleeps 2) King size bed, built-in wardrobe, hairdryer and dressing table with stool and mirror
Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2) Two single beds (can be super king size bed on request), built-in wardrobe, hairdryer and dressing table with stool and mirror
Family bathroom Bath with overhead shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Outside Patio has outdoor table with parasol and seating for four, and steps lead down to the lawn area
The Finer Details The maximum occupancy for this property is 4 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 1 additional infant (aged 2 or under) Bed linen and towels are provided Off street parking is available for up to 1 car 1 stair gate is available on request (travel cots and highchairs are not provided, so guests will need to bring these with them) 2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs Strong WiFi (Download speed 40 Mbps) Mobile phone reception is generally good Smart TV with various on demand apps (guests to use their own login details) Enclosed garden (please note the fence is low between the neighbouring cottages, so we recommend supervising children and dogs when outside) Gas central heating system Starter supply of wood provided for the open fire from October to April only The staircase is quite steep and narrow, and there is restricted head height in places due to beams and low doorways The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property
Things to Note... For insurance reasons, Hen and stag parties are not permitted Events are not permitted without prior consent A security deposit is required at this property Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00 Lilac Cottage's back garden gives access to Oddington Road through a series of gates shared with the neighbouring cottages The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, typically on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, however, we would recommend checking the exact date ahead of placing your booking. This is a traditional fair for gypsies and travelling people to meet up and trade which dates back to 1476 when its Charter was granted. Stow is very busy for a day or two before and after each fair, and a number of shops, pubs and restaurants are closed. Whilst many visitors enjoy the colour and vibrancy associated with the fairs, other visitors prefer to avoid Stow on these dates Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
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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 cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Broadway Tower Country Park and River Windrush, while Fosse Gallery Fine Art and Cotswold Motoring Museum are cultural highlights. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and Bourton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - 27 min drive - 23.3 km
Blenheim Palace - 50 min drive - 44.5 km
University of Oxford - 55 min drive - 56.4 km
Getting around
Kingham Station - 14 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
The Bell at Stow - 2 min walk
New England Coffee House - 6 min walk
The Porch House - 5 min walk
The Willow - 7 min drive
Huffkins Stow - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming dog friendly holiday cottage - Lilac Cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming dog friendly holiday cottage - Lilac Cottage?
As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming dog friendly holiday cottage - Lilac Cottage on 4 Nov, 2026 start from S$512, 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 Charming dog friendly holiday cottage - Lilac Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming dog friendly holiday cottage - Lilac Cottage?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming dog friendly holiday cottage - Lilac Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming dog friendly holiday cottage - Lilac Cottage located?
Situated in Cheltenham, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Fosse Gallery Fine Art and St. Edward's Church. St Nicholas Church, Lower Oddington and Old Mill are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Had a lovely short stay here for 3 nights. Warm, comfortable, fantastic location with some wonderful walks across the surrounding countryside. Would definitely stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2026
Thank you Antony for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be warm, comfortable and in a fantastic location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
3 May, 2026
Lovely Cosy Cottage
We really enjoyed our short stay at Lilac Cottage. It was spotlessly clean and had a cosy home from home feel. It is very well placed for walking into the town where there are lots of nice shops and eateries. The kitchen is quite small but it is very well equipped, however we found that with so many good pubs and takeaways on your doorstep, cooking was not really that necessary !
Susan S.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2026
Thank you Susan for your review of Lilac Cottage. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be clean, cosy and in the perfect location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Dec, 2025
Cosy, relaxing break in the Cotswolds
We had a very enjoyable cosy stay with everything we needed, location was excellant for the town and surrounding area.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2025
Thank you Sue for your review of Lilac Cottage. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be cosy, well equipped and in a great location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
26 Feb, 2026
A perfect stay!
Our first time in the Cotswolds, celebrating my 30th with my husband and dog- it was everything we could’ve wished for. The cottage was perfect, well equipped and stunning. It had everything we needed, including little touches like milk, cleaning supplies, towels etc. The enclosed garden was perfect for our dog, he loved it! The town is a few minutes walk, and there are some stunning walks around the area which we really enjoyed. We can’t wait to come back. It was perfect.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb, 2026
Thank you Jordan for your review of Lilac Cottage. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be perfect for your stay and well equipped. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patricia G.
25 Dec, 2025
December 2025
This cottage is perfectly situated and very comfortable. We have stayed in the area many times over the years and this cottage is by far our favourite
Patricia G.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec, 2025
Thank you Patricia for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be perfectly situated and comfortable. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Aug, 2025
Perfect Cotswolds getaway
Perfect Cotswolds retreat, it’s absolutely gorgeous here very private and quiet, fully equipped it had everything we needed. Perfect location for stow on the wold and we will be definitely staying here again, loved it xx
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2025
Thank you Karen for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be absolutely gorgeous, well equipped and in a perfect location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
18 May, 2025
Superb cottage and location
We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend stay at Lilac Cottage. Such a charming and cute accommodation, real home from home. We sat in the garden and it was so relaxing as we were also lucky with the weather! The location was ideal for visiting surrounding areas. Highly recommend this gorgeous cottage.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May, 2025
Thank you for sharing your review of your recent stay at Lilac Cottage. We are thrilled to read that you thoroughly enjoyed your long weekend at the cottage and you found it to be charming and cute. We are pleased to know that you particularly enjoyed relaxing in the garden in the lovely weather. We hope you will return soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca O.
20 Apr, 2026
Lovely Spring Stay at Lilac Cottage
We stayed 4 nights in Lilac cottage in April 2026. We were aware of celebrating my partner’s birthday with our toddler and two dogs. We found the cottage comfortable and really liked that they provide a baby gate to stop both the toddler and the dogs going upstairs. The enclosed garden was also very helpful and lovely. The cottage provided everything you needed for your stay (the only thing that was missing for us was kitchen roll but it didn’t bother us enough to contact the property manager) The beds were comfortable enough but I was definitely ready for my own bed by the end of our stay. The cottage doesn’t provide a cot or a highchair so you need to bring these with you. Bringing travel cot is easy enough but bringing a highchair is a little more tricky so we didn’t. It feels like it would be helpful to have a highchair provided and I feel like there is room to store in one of the wardrobes in one of the bedrooms.
Location is perfect with a short walk up to the High Street and is easy access by car all the lovely villages and towns in the Cotswolds.
We would definitely consider staying again if we were to visit the Cotswolds.
Rebecca O.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thank you Rebecca for your review of Lilac Cottage. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be comfortable, clean and in a lovely location. We will pass on your feedback to your property manager and hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tonie P.
8 Aug, 2024
best cottage, loved it!
wonderful cottage, with everything needed. beautifully clean and in the ideal location.
will definitely be back!
Tonie P.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Thank you Tonie for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be wonderful, well equipped and beautifully clean. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Ian S.
17 Jun, 2024
A very comfortable Cottage
We had a great stay at Lilac cottage. It was immaculately clean, cosy and comfortable with all the necessary amenities and in a perfect location. Highly recommend.
Ian S.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2024
Thank you Ian for your wonderful review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to know that you had a great stay at the cottage, it was immaculately clean, cosy and comfortable with all the necessary amenities and in a perfect location. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
31 Jul, 2024
Short stay at Lilac cottage
Lilac cottage was everything on the tin !!
Walking distance of a lovely pub
Very clean
One car parking
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2024
Thank you Liz for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be very clean, as advertised and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
15 Nov, 2024
Lovely cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at Lilac Cottage. The facilities were fantastic and it felt very homely. The cottage could benefit from a deep clean (skirting boards, kick boards, high level) but otherwise it was perfectly acceptable.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov, 2024
Thank you Anna for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be homely and to have fantastic facilities. We will pass your feedback on to the housekeepers so they can address the points raised for the benefit of future guests. We do hope that you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
17 Mar, 2025
Great little cottage, with good garden for our dog
We stayed here before with the previous cottage company. It is now a lot less cluttered, but the cleanliness has not improved. Perfect garden for our dog to play in, good location with parking space to explore Stow. Nice and warm with modern decor. Recommended for a Cotswold holiday.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2025
Guy, we are delighted to that you found the property to be nice and warm, to have a perfect garden and to be in a good location. We are disappointed to learn that you did not contact the property manager during your stay to raise any of the concerns mentioned in your review. As part of the booking conditions, we do ask that guests report any issues during their stay in order to try and give the owner or their property manager a fair opportunity to rectify any issues. A contact telephone number and email address are provided in the welcome email in case of such an event. We have now sent your feedback on to the owner for them to review and implement any appropriate actions for the benefit of future guests!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
28 Nov, 2024
Delightful in Snow
The snow was unexpected but added to the character of surroundings. Cottage comfortable and warm. Location excellent for walking into Stow for hospitality. A privilege to bring our dog too although we made little use of garden.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2024
Thank you Richard for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to read that you found the cottage to be comfortable and warm and the snowy weather was an added character to the surroundings of Stow. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
morgan s.
16 Mar, 2025
Spring break countryside
This was the perfect place for our small family to escape. Easy 5 min walk into town. Well appointed home and all things in good condition. Cozy. Easy parking. Lovely little fireplace, make sure you bring or buy more firewood bc it burns well and was so nice to have! Heating works great.
morgan s.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2025
Thank you Anna for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to read that the property was the perfect place for your small escape to the Cotswolds with your family. The property is in a good location only 5 mins walk into town, cosy, well appointed with easy parking and in a good condition. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
18 Nov, 2024
A great time at Lilac Cottage
We had a lovely time with our two spaniels, sharing the first half of the week with family as well. Comfy rooms and a great secure garden for the dogs and the toddler. A perfect base with a short walk into the interesting town centre and short drives to Birdland, Arboretum and Wildlife Park all of which were great with a toddler and allowed dogs on short leads in as well. Highly recommended!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2024
Thank you Peter for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be comfortable and in a great location to explore the Cotswolds. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
7 Apr, 2025
What was not to like!
Extreme value for money, excellent position for walking to shops and restaurants. Secure garden for the dog, parking next to cottage………..quiet location with quiet neighbours…….
Comfortable and sunny bedrooms….absolutely nothing to complain about…….thankyou
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2025
Thank you Maureen for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted that you found the property to be comfortable, value for money and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
27 Oct, 2025
80
The cottage needs to sort out central heating as it was cold in the night and early evening the open fire does not give enough heat and the central heating only comes on in the Moring in
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
Thank you William for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are disappointed to learn that you did not contact the property manager to report an issue with the heating during your stay as this could have been easily rectified. We do hope that overall you enjoyed your time exploring the Cotswolds!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
13 Oct, 2025
Comfortable stay
Comfortable stay just a few minutes walk to shops, pubs etc. Short drive or c.20 minute walk to Tesco Superstore. Local bus service to Bourton, Moreton etc.hourly. Some lovely walks from the door. Lilac Cottage has a comfortable lounge / dining room, with door to patio and garden with views. Bedrooms are roomy, beds comfy and sufficient storage. Bathroom fine but low water pressure made for poor flow to the shower. Shower is over the bath. Kitchen is well equipped, but a little small especially if two people wanted to work at the same time. Parking in front of cottage; note steps down to front door.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you Sandra for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be comfortable, well equipped and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
19 Sept, 2024
Lovely cottage, perfectly situated.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Lilac Cottage. It is situated on the edge of the town but within easy walking distance to all the shops and eateries. The cottage itself is very well maintained and very homely making it perfect for a holiday cottage. The garden could do with a bit of a tidy up but that didn’t detract from the overall experience. Kevin the manager was also very helpful when I rang him. Would definitely recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2024
Thank you Rose for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be lovely, homely and in a perfect location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 Jul, 2024
Review Lilac Cottage
We had a wonderful first stay in Lilac Cottage. It was spotlessly clean & very well equipped with all we needed. We would like to say thank you for the goody pack on arrival. We enjoyed so much that before leaving Stow we tried to book it again for September but unfortunately it was all ready booked but we will definitely return soon.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2024
Thank you Susan for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay and found the property to be spotlessly clean and very well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MarcS
15 Aug, 2025
Excellent stay with family
Lilac cottage is so lovely. The beds are perfect and the living room is very cosy. Kitchen has all it has to have - luxury items even. Location is almost perfect : there's a tesco superstore nearby and there are some very good nearby pubs you can walk to. You can hear the traffic from the quite busy road at the end of the garden, which maybe can bother some people, but it's very silent at night and in the day you get used to it so don't let it be a shopstopper for this nice house. Stow is great and has the best market place of all villages we visited.
Nice garden with lots of flowers (mostly from the neighbours). If we ever came back to Cotswolds we would certainly consider to come back. The mid stay clean was very pleasant.
MarcS
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2025
Thank you Marc for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be lovely, to have perfect beds and the living room to be cosy. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
13 May, 2025
Nice functional cottage.
The cottage was perfect for our needs. It was as described in the website. The only minor irritation was that we had requested a mid-stay clean as offered. However this did not happen and no contact was made by StayCotswold to explain this. Hence the lower score for customer service.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2025
Thank you Edmond for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are delighted to read that you found the cottage to be perfect for your needs and it was as described on the website. We apologise if there was some miscommunication regarding the mid-stay clean. To arrange this you need to liaise directly with the Property Manager whose details are emailed to you as part of the guest welcome letter which is sent three weeks prior to arrival. The mid-stay clean must take place during your stay and is to be arranged for a mutually convenient time, so we suggest confirming this in advance of your arrival to avoid any disappointment. We hope to welcome you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peter D.
28 Apr, 2025
Great location
Great location for walking into town. Big enough for 4, though furniture not the most comfortable. Kitchen small but comfortable, and well stocked, though a touch of milk would be nice on arrival. Most other properties do this. Driveway is small, and we were asked to move car by officious lady visiting no8 next door. Luckily there was plenty of on road parking, but this may not always be the case. Strangely no vaccum/hoover at premises.
Lovely garden, and cottage gets plus points for being dog friendly, though not aware dogs not allowed upstairs till we arrived.
Overall pricey but with few faults, and just lacking a few touches.
For location alone i would recommend and I would stop again.
Peter D.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2025
Thank you Peter for your review of Lilac Cottage. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the great location in Stow-on-the-Wold and found it comfortable and well-stocked. We are sorry to hear about the issue with parking and apologise if you were asked to move your car. The cottage does have an allocated parking space, and details about this are included in the welcome email. It is lovely to know you enjoyed the garden and found it to be dog-friendly. As with all our pet-friendly properties, we do include pet guidelines in the property details, and we kindly ask guests to follow them to help us maintain high standards for everyone. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 Feb, 2026
Lilac Cottage
We had a wonderful stay at Lilac Cottage. The cottage is absolutely lovely and cosy, with everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing break. It’s beautifully kept and feels like a real home away from home. The location is fantastic — with shops, cafés, and pubs just a short walk away. A perfect base for exploring the Cotswolds. We’d happily stay here again and would highly recommend it.
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