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Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village!

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Bourton-on-the-Water, ENG
  • The Model Village
    2 min walk
  • Birdland Park and Gardens
    4 min walk
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum
    4 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF)
    53 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village!


Well Cottage is a unique detached 16 century Cotswold stone Jacobean cottage with character and charm for a peaceful and relaxing holiday offering modern conveniences including WiFi. Based in the Heart of Bourton on the Water but still maintaining privacy. Well Cottage is well proportioned with good sized bedrooms and is beautifully positioned in a quiet cull de sac only a 2 minute walk away (50 metres) from the River Windrush and village centre. It has been lovingly restored with its original beamed ceilings throughout and large inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove. The Cottage Garden is set around an original 16th Century Jacobean well and offers many varieties of flowers from Iris' in May, Lavender, herbs and many rose bushes. There is private off street parking on a comfortably wide driveway . The Lounge if beautifully furnished with carefully chosen one-off pieces of furniture and a sumptuous comfortable English Made Sofa. All the Artwork has been chosen to show off some of the local Cotswold talent. The upstairs has been carpeted throughout and has high quality bedlinen and English made towels. Well Cottage is a well established business of more than 20 years and the reviews can be read as a testimony to this lovely cottage. Thank you for reading this, we look forward to hosting you!
You will love it!
This cottage's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Model Village. A water park is available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Steps from The Model Village and 4 minutes by foot from Birdland Park and Gardens
This cottage offers its guests a water park. This cottage also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Cheltenham cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Bette Roberts

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space)
  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We ACCEPT children 9 years and above.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Characterful 16th Century Cottage, off street parking, 2 Min Walk to Village! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
Thoughtfully appointed historical period home. Amazing fireplace which was all set for easy use. Home it situated within steps of an abundance of dining and shopping choices. Best of all there is a dedicated parking spot.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grit W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The cottage is cute, quaint and cozy! It is even more beautiful in real and photos don’t do it justice! The cottage has everything you need, beds are comfortable and the owner is wonderful too checking in per email seeing if everything is okay! We definitely recommend the Well cottage!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture Perfect
Couldn't have been happier with our decision to stay at Well Cottage. It was delightfully decorated, comfortable, and in an ideal location. The host, Dawn, couldn't have been more helpful in addition to being incredibly friendly. We loved every thing about the cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well Cottage: Slide Into a Cotswolds State of Mind
This is a fantastic property in a picturesque, story book town in the Cotswolds. A two minute walk from the town center, the cottage is framed by a stunning rose and lavender garden accentuated by a Jacobean well. The property has as much charm inside as it does out. The large stone fireplace immediately drew our eyes and marked a great conversation area with a comfortable couch and wing chairs. A large table in the back of the room served as "mission control" as we determined our daily activities. The kitchen is well equipped and functional. Loved the Keurig-style espresso/latte maker. The bedrooms upstairs were extremely comfortable with beautiful picturesque windows that not only let in the morning light, but also the sounds of Bourton on the Water — and its stillness at night. Natural light abounded with each window -- upstairs and down -- framing a scenic postcard image of the cabin's surroundings. Our host couldn’t have been more responsive. She returned email messages within five minutes during the planning phase, and when we had a little difficulty with the WiFi (read user error), she was in 10 minutes to help resolve the problem. Most important, she was kind and welcoming and offered a number of sightseeing and dining tips (on the dining front, don't miss Vinitzia, an Italian restaurant in town -- it was sensational). Well Cottage is a perfect place to explore all the Cotswolds have to offer. I am already planning my next, lengthier stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
well-equipped cottage, short walking distance to town
ideal cottage and location to village of Bourton on the Water, bus transportation, restaurants and places to visit (walking distance to maze, Bird Land, Model Village). Cottage owner was helpful and attended to our questions quickly. Couldn't have found more perfect accommodations for our two-week stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F., Napa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place with character
Loved the little cottage. Very comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen, perfect location. Close to town but a very short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Free Valley Farm L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great setting
My wife and I certainly enjoyed our time at the Well Cottage. We had chosen it for its great location only about a 2 minute walk to the River in Bourton, and the unique setting it enjoys. dawn was such a wonderful host and was most responsive when we had trouble getting the heat turned on. Bourton is such a great spot itself and was a great location for driving to surrounding villages in the Cotswolds. We would love to return again if we have the opportunity. It is definitely a 10, well beyond the 5 that we were limited to.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charlie
Wonderful cute cottage close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A dream come true!
If you want to feel like you are starring in your own movie in a charming English village, book Well Cottage! The cottage is situated in the most perfect location. I did not have a car. So I spent mornings on long walks and then a nice lunch in the village. Then "home" to Well Cottage to rest my back in comfort, have a nice hot bath and then an evening out or reading in front of the fire. I slept so deeply( beautiful linens) in a very cozy bed. The street just behind the village and the Windrush is quiet and private. Some people will stop and take photos because the cottage and garden are dreamy. Don't hesitate. Book it.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage, close to everything yet quiet
Perfectly positioned and equipped - particularly grateful for the wonderful loaf of bread and marmalade welcoming us on our arrival, graciously provided by our hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and convenient
Loved the character and the wood fire. Bedrooms upstairs and bathroom downstairs. Not suitable for small children. Ours were 10 and 12, so no problem. The cottage is small but that appeal to us. Off street parking was a bonus. 2 minute walk to the delights of Bourton on the Water
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and cozy stay!
We had the best time at Bette and Dawn’s cottage. It was quaint, relaxing, and peaceful and a quick walk into town. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a very special Cottage full of history and almost magical with a very warm homely feeling. We loved our stay and the scones cream and jam that was a surprise on arrival. So close to everything very friendly country feel to this Village. Was delighted to meet you Dawn and have a chat we would love to return someday. If you’re looking for a country cottage in a wonderful Village with lots of character look no further. The added bonus is a warm fire for a cosy night in with a local wine. Make sure you visit The Den great service and wonderful Cappuccino’s with a hit of real chocolate at the end just delicious. Karen and Nick

10/10 Excellent

Liesl W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for the Cotswolds!
We absolutely loved our stay here! Its location is ideal being walking distance to several shops, restaurants, and trails and a great spot to explore the Cotswolds! The cottage was clean, very comfortable, and had every thing we needed to cook, do laundry, etc. Also they had some puzzles and games which was a bonus during our cozy evenings after a busy day of exploration. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We had a great few days. Location is outstanding. Really enjoyed toasting some bread that was given to us upon arrival along with some homemade marmalade and eating it around the fireplace. You cannot go wrong staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location!
Really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful 16th century cottage. It is conveniently close to the village centre, and several walking paths, which we appreciated. Bette and Dawn are lovely hosts, and left us homemade jam and bread upon our arrival. Would definitely stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amir N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage and hosts
The cottage is a gem in one of the prettiest and most visited villages in the Cotswolds. Our wonderful hosts had left a fresh loaf of local bread, local eggs, and home-made marmalade for us. We look forward to another visit from across the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay in the Cotswolds!
We had a great time at the Well Cottage. Bette and Dawn are wonderful hosts! they left us a beautiful loaf of bread and chutney as a welcome present.The cottage is a very special, cosy place, full of history, its in a great location to enjoy Bourton ,and explore the surrounding villages. We loved every minute of it, and thanks to Bette and Dawn for letting us enjoy your beautiful place. We hope to return someday soon.Thanks again! Becky and family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Buckingham, Pa. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Well Indeed!
Quaint, cozy, comfortable; conveniently located. Excellent base to explore all of the Cotswolds. Kitchen was fully functional. Bathroom shower was fine. Communication was excellent. Garden was beautiful.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

luci B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well Cottage is Best Cottage
I have traveled all my life. This is one of the best places I have ever stayed for cleanliness, ambience, location, and owners going out of the way to make sure my stay was perfect. I can't imagine ever going back and not staying at Well Cottage. It's well worth every penny. Wish I was back there now
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of four had a great stay at Dawn and Bett's cottage during our Cotswolds holiday. The cottage was exactly as described - a historic home with lots of original details, but with all the expected amenities. The house is right in the heart of the village, and has a parking space in the front yard, which is very convenient. Bette was a wonderful host, she gave us excellent instructions, and even a welcome gift, which was appreciated very much. We have thoroughly enjoy our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharie N., Mount Carroll, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply wonderful!
I could not possibly have selected a more perfect property! The cottage is so charming and immaculately kept. It is quite and peaceful while being only a few minutes walk to the center of the beautiful village. But most importantly, the owners are wonderful, caring, and highly communicative people!. To say it was a lovely and an unforgettable experience is an understatement!
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugh L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm cottage full of character in great location
Beautifully presented cottage in best location. It's so full of character and warmth; and a tribute to our host's wonderful care and service.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Eleanor D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place
Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This was such a quaint and comfortable cottage. We were three widows traveling alone and found the access to shops and pubs to be such an asset. We could walk everywhere in Bourton on the Water. We had the best taxi driver who took us to neighboring villages and picked us up when we were ready to return We found our hosts to be friendly and accommodating and would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023