South Winds - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms

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A stone house with a pitched roof, a front door, and a gravel driveway.
A stone house with two open doors leading to a dining area and a living room.
A modern dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by upholstered chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a wardrobe, and a bedside table.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, two white armchairs, a fireplace, and a large TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Spacious, comfortable rooms
    Guests love the top-rated, generously-sized rooms.
  • 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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cotswold Motoring Museum

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Bourton-on-the-water, Gloucestershire
  • Place, Birdland Park and Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, The Model Village
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cotswold Motoring Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this holiday home is in a rural area. Broadway Tower Country Park and River Windrush reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dragonfly Maze and Birdland Park and Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider The Model Village and Bourton Leisure Centre.
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Bourton-on-the-water, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • River Windrush - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dragonfly Maze - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Birdland Park and Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Model Village - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Kingham Station - 13 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old New Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Mousetrap Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Porch House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Kingsbridge Inn - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is South Winds - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at South Winds - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms?

As of 13 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Winds - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms on 7 Dec, 2026 start from S$1,475, 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 South Winds - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at South Winds - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Winds - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is South Winds - sleeps 7 guests in 4 bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Cheltenham holiday home is located in a rural location, just steps away from Dragonfly Maze and River Windrush. Birdland Park and Gardens and The Model Village are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Nice but could be better

The location is great but the house was slightly dirty when we arrived. It could do with a bit of TLC
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed the location, but we’re sorry that the cleanliness on arrival and the general condition of the property fell short of expectations. We’ve passed your comments on to the property team so that the cleaning and any areas requiring a little TLC can be reviewed. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope we have the opportunity to provide a better experience in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family time at South Winds

My family enjoyed their stay at South Winds. The property was spacious and homely, with plenty of room for the three generations staying. Our granddaughter, 20 months, loved running and playing ball in the garden as did our little grand dog. The location was very good, just a short stroll into Bourton.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay!

We all loved the house and would highly recommend to future guests! It was as pictured and the location was fantastic, 10/10!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Wonderful Stay

The house was lovely and very well equipped. It was situated perfectly for us. We enjoyed our stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely location

Enjoyed staying here for a second time with family. Garden great for relaxing in the sun. Loads to do within walking distance or a short drive inc lovely restaurants.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2022
We're really pleased you enjoyed your stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable stay

We stayed as a family of 5 adults and a baby. The layout was perfect for us and gave us all privacy. The family room on the back was great for us all to come together. Walking distance to Bourton. Had a great stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location

The house was perfect for our family group. Handy to be close to the centre of Bourton on the Water but far away enough to be away from the crowds. Plenty of walks from the door.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely weekend break at this property

Lovely weekend break at this property. Comfortable stay , lovely welcome pack provided. A few issues with the keys but sorted with the housekeeper.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Would recommend

This property met all our expectations, well equipped and spacious and just a short walk to Bourton-on the water. A great base to explore the Cotswolds.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous stay in a perfect home

We stayed at South Winds for a weekend in April. The home is beautiful, well arranged and pristine. It’s in a fab location, just a short walk from Bourton on the Water. Highly recommend!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Staycation with family and two dogs

Had a lovely stay at Southwinds the furnishings were all very comfortable and clean.bored games to play. Great you had electric fans in each room as the weather was absolutely gorgeous very well equipped kitchen a nice welcome pack on arrival ,bathrooms were lovely and big. The only thing I thought that let it down was the outside area. It needed a bit of TLC grass could’ve done with a cut a bag of grass cuttings lying at the bottom of the garden. A dirty ashtray The outside furniture wasn’t put together properly and the umbrella was not there as it was so hot and the garden is in full sun the umbrella was very much needed. We all had a lovely time
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location in Bourton

Excellent spacious property , perfect for our family gathering . Easy flat walk into the town . Appreciated the welcome basket . Comfy beds and excellent showers . Bright sunny garden which the weather allowed us to enjoy .
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Fab location & a lovely house : just a bit of TLC needed here & there...

Truly fabulous location : a short walk from the village (parking there can be a challenge, so parking for 3 / 4 cars at the house very welcome!) and fundamentally a lovely house with a fab kitchen area opening out onto the garden. Possibly a little 'sparse' (looks like the house isn't lived in at all & is a pure rental property) but pretty much everything you'd need. But some of the window frames and the showers look tired, maybe even 'mouldy' and the 'overhead' rain showers are somewhat lacking in power (but each shower also has a 'hand' shower which was much better. Not a cheap property (it's a very £££££ area, for sure) but just needs an honest look from the owners and tidy up those windows etc to make it feel truly upmarket. We left thinking "it was OK" rather than "it was really nice!" To the final question, 'Would I recommend this property?' - I'll say 'yes' BUT with reservations...I'd probably look around the area & try somewhere else...
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Location great

We arrived at South Winds and thought the location was perfect. The house very much needs a deep clean, dead flies in bath, crumbs in kitchen drawers, frying pan full of fat and generally dusty. The blind in bedroom would not open and tv ariel was broken. The dining area was the best part of the house.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar, 2025
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your recent stay at South Winds. We're so pleased that you enjoyed the location, though we're sorry to hear that some aspects didn’t meet your expectations. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we've shared it along with the owner and housekeeper. They've let us know that the house was deep cleaned before your arrival, and the housekeeper wishes you had reached out during your stay, as they would have been more than happy to visit and address any concerns. Also, the TV has now been fixed, and the blind is in the process of being repaired.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for 4 generation stay

Lovely house with ground floor bedroom and walk-in shower -tiny step- for mum. 3 small but nice bedrooms and 2 bathrooms upstairs. Huge sunny bright family room/kitchen/dining room overlooking rear garden. 15 minutes walk to central Bourton-on-the-water. Great spot for exploring the Cotswolds
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cons. No hot water on first day it had been left turned off. TVs and sterios were in a knot.

Lovely house in convenient position. Someone should check TVs and radios before handover as they had been left in operative.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at South Winds. We are very glad to hear that you liked the house, however disappointed to read the points that you have raised. We have shared your feedback with the owner who has taken these points on board, and these will be looked into.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family weekend away for daughters’s 30th birthday

The house is in an excellent location within easy walking distance to the centre. The space both inside and out was ideal for the six of us. Each couple had a double bedroom with their own bathroom. Beds were very comfy as was the outside seating but we all felt the lounge seating was not comfy at all. The lower rating for the condition of the property is because we felt it looked tired in places.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Multi generational holiday

Location is great. Not having to drive in Bourton a bonus as it’s very busy. We booked the house as one of the relatives is of poor mobility. The downstairs accessible room and toilet is not wide enough to get a trolley through sadly. Hand rails in the shower would be welcomed also. The beds were comfortable. We loved the social space of the kitchen/dining room and spent most of our time in there. The kitchen however is poorly equipped if you’re used to cooking. No scissors, small frying pan, only 3 wine glasses. We were 5 adults and found this a bit disappointing. Upstairs the rooms were of a good size but mouldy windows and blinds need dealing with. Also the information for recycling needs updating as confusing and makes me believe everything goes into landfill which would be disappointing. Could be great if a few things are addressed but guess the location would mean it’s always rented.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

South Winds, Bourton-on-the-Water

Overall, we felt the house was somewhat tired and in need of a refresh. There was visible mould on some of the windows, and the rooms were very basic. That said, the new dining area was a real highlight and proved essential, especially given how small the other rooms were. We did encounter a few issues during our stay. There was limited china and glassware available, with some items being plastic wine glasses. More concerning was an ongoing ant infestation on the worktops. As we were staying with two babies and a toddler, this was particularly worrying. On one occasion, a baby milk machine we had brought with us was covered in ants, and unfortunately, this problem persisted throughout the weekend. We were lucky to have beautiful weather, so it was disappointing that the garden was not well maintained. The grass needed cutting, there were chipping’s scattered across the terrace, the outdoor table was unclean, and what appeared to be a broken umbrella had been left behind the garden shed. On a positive note the location was only a 10 minute walk to the town centre.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your stay. We’re sorry to hear that aspects of the property felt tired and in need of attention, and particularly concerned to read your comments regarding mould on the windows and the presence of ants on the worktops. Your feedback has been shared with the owners so that these matters can be investigated thoroughly, including pest control and housekeeping checks, to ensure the property is presented to a much higher standard going forward. We also appreciate your comments regarding the kitchen equipment and outdoor areas. These points will be reviewed with the housekeeping and maintenance teams so that any necessary improvements can be made. It’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed the dining area and found the location convenient for the short walk into town. Thank you again for your detailed feedback.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

A bit disappointing

We booked this house based on the beautiful photos and the good reviews but were a bit disappointed ourselves. It's located almost next to a large road. The bedroom in the ground floor looks out onto the parking lot. The interior is very basic, with everything missing that would make it a bit more cosy (nice light, curtains, etc.). The beds are incredibly small so that all of the adults slept horribly every night. On the positive side, the kitchen is very well equipped and there is a folder with excellent information about the area. There is a beautiful walk to some nearby lakes and rivers (which we found ourselves, though, it was not in the folder). I have stayed in much more beautiful Cotswolds houses than this one.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov, 2020
Hi Angela. I'm sorry you didn't enjoy your stay, and wonder whether you've recalled the correct property! South Winds is located on a quiet cul-de-sac, not on a main road. There are curtains in the bedrooms and the beds are of a standard size (as you note, the property normally gets great reviews). There is a huge, sunny, rear garden.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

South Winds Bourton.

A nice spacious house but so upset about the patio area outside. It had two foot weeds growing around it, broken pottery planters with old empty plastic pots. The barbecue was filthy. Nothing like the advertised picture. Very upset because I chose this house for the patio area so we could relax outside. No chance of that. I informed the housekeeper and head office to give them a chance to put this right but nobody turned up and nobody followed up my complaint to see if it had been corrected. I have put pictures on the Bolthole review site.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at South Winds. We are glad to hear that you liked the house however sorry to hear about the patio area. We have spoken to the housekeeper who has confirmed that the gardener attended the property on the Tuesday during your stay and has confirmed that everything has now been sorted.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Photographs need updated to show current lower standard

Good location but quite disappointed with the property for the price we paid. From the photos on Bolthole’s website I expected this to be a very comfortable house and a reasonably high standard for a family get-together but it would appear that there’s a new owner (?) who has removed some furniture and is willing to spend less on maintenance and guest comfort. Most of the upstairs windows had mould on the surrounds plus leaks in the flat roof extension had resulted in areas of mould and the garden umbrella was covered in green mould (no response from the housekeeping team when I sent photos). Although it had everything we needed, a lot of items were very basic as if the owner expected guests to trash everything e.g. the plastic sheet over the dining table was an interesting touch. At the moment I couldn’t recommend the property since the website photos somewhat sell it under false pretences. Update the photos, remove the mould and make the repairs.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at South Winds. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback has been shared with the property owners and housekeepers, who have taken your comments on board and are already looking into making the necessary improvements. We do hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely property in great location. Easy walk into Bourton on the water

This property is lovely and generally very clean and really well equipped. Set off the main road into Bourton it is a quiet location (even building work next door didn't disturb us at any time) and has a lovely big parking area that we easily got 3 cars on. Easy walking distance along well made footpaths (just under a mile) to the town with loads of restaurants and pubs. Lovely big social area around table in kitchen which had everything we needed for our stay. We used the master bedroom and ensuite which is nice and roomy, has a comfortable bed, big ensuite with lovely powerful shower over bath. Another couple had the other double upstairs which they found comfortable (although they did find the shower a little snug). The third couple used the double downstairs but did comment on it feeling cold even though the heating was on. Our only reason for the 4 on condition was that there seemed to be reasonable amount of mould around windows and water collecting on some upstairs windowsills which I think may have been made worse by upstairs extractor fans either not working properly or not very well so we had to rely on opening windows to get some airflow through the rooms. Welcome basket was very much appreciated (couldn't find any pods for the coffee machine though but we had our own instant coffee as a backup). Overall a very pleasant stay in a comfortable property.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent stay at South Winds. We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time there, though we’re sorry to learn about the concerns you’ve mentioned. Your comments have been passed on to the owner and property manager, who wished you had reached out during your stay so they could have promptly addressed these issues for you. They’ve assured us that the windows will be cleaned, and the heating has now been fixed. We hope to welcome you back to the Cotswolds again soon.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Not worth the money

We arrived at south winds to it not being cleaned from the previous guests. We understand mishaps happen and the cleaner was so apologetic. Sadly we arrived wanting a bath, takeaway and early night but this made it not so. The cleaners did the best they could in the time they had to not disturb us too much, so I can’t comment on the normal cleanliness of the house. Unfortunately, cleaning mishap aside, the house is quite tatty and not what I expect for the price we paid compared to the many other houses we’ve stayed in the Uk. The fabrics of the dining chairs and garden furniture need looking at as they are filthy. The pillows should really have protectors as they are stained, as were the protectors that were on the mattresses. The main upstairs bed was sunken on one side that left my husband uncomfortable. The rug in the dining room is filthy even after hoovering. The windows are filthy. On a plus side, the garden is completely secure for our dog and it’s in a good location to walk into Bourton on the water. Glad to have fans as the kitchen area is extremely warm . Would I stay again. No. Just far too expensive and disappointed bolthole haven’t contacted us for compensation on the house not being cleaned or to apologise. I can imagine this house when first set up was lovely but now needs a bit of an overhaul.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re very sorry that you arrived at South Winds before the property had been fully cleaned. We weren’t made aware of this at the time, so we’re particularly disappointed that we didn’t have the opportunity to contact you and apologise or see if there was anything we could do to help. We’re pleased that the cleaning team did their best to resolve the situation as quickly and discreetly as possible, and that you were able to enjoy some of the positives of the property, including the secure garden and its location. We’ve also taken on board your wider comments regarding the condition of the furnishings, bedding, windows, rug and main bedroom bed. These have been passed on to the property team for review with the owner. We’re sorry that your experience fell short of expectations and appreciate you bringing these points to our attention.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Cottage in need of repairs and maintenance

Cottage was off the main very busy Bourton village centre and was very quiet. However it needs maintenance in several areas. Unfortunately we went in a very hot period and the kitchen/dining area was unbearably hot which made breakfast the only meal where we could use the dining table. There was an outside seating area in full sun until late evening and the parasol had been “dumped” behind the shed as was dirty and torn, but we managed to recover it for our use.
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