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Perfectly situated for Chipping Campden High Street. Shops and places to eat just a short stroll away. Added bonus of the cottage having its own parking space off the road. Sheep Street is a fairly... See more
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Our family just spent a fabulous 5 days at Kington Grange with the super hosts Susan & Phil. The very spacious property is great with lovely comfortable bedrooms & different rooms to mooch between... See more
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We used Bolthole Retreats to book a fab house @ The Cotzwolds Water Park on Isis Lake! Booking was easy with questions answered promptly beforehand! Premises booked were outstanding! Clean, comfortabl... See more
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We offer thoughtfully curated, hand-picked holiday homes across the UK’s most captivating regions, including the Cotswolds, the Forest of Dean, Herefordshire and Wiltshire. Each property is personally inspected and chosen for its unique charm and character. • GUEST EXPERIENCE • Our passion is connecting you with spaces that not only meet our high standards but feel like a genuine home away from home. Based locally in the heart of the region, our team uses deep insider knowledge and a genuine love for what we do to ensure every stay is effortless – from tailored property recommendations to attentive guest support and exclusive offers on local experiences. • OUR MISSION • To provide our guests with a seamless way to escape the everyday, unwind, and reconnect with the people who matter most. • EXPLORE & BOOK • Visit https//www.boltholeretreats.co.uk to browse our complete collection and live availability. • PROPERTY OWNERS • Discover how our local, hands-on team can help care for and optimise your holiday home.
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Burlington House, GL50 2SY, Cheltenham, United Kingdom
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4.7
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi, thank you for your five-star review. We are pleased to hear you have had a positive experience and enjoyed your stay.
Poplar House
The booking process was simple. The arrival process was clearly explained and lots of additional information was also provided. Loved the property and the area
July 29, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Adele, thank you for your wonderful five-star review. We're glad to hear the booking and arrival process was smooth and that you enjoyed both the property and the surrounding area.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/poplar-house/
Very clean everything we needed lovely…
Very clean everything we needed lovely setting would definitely recommend
July 31, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi, thank you for your five-star review. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and would recommend it, we hope to welcome you back again.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/betty-shepherds-hut/
Lovely cottage in great location
Lovely cottage in great location. Like stepping back in time. Lots of nice touches
July 31, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Tracy, thank you for your five-star review. We are pleased to hear you had a lovely stay.
Lovely house
Lovely house, that sleeps 10 (including 2 young children) comfortably, with a fantastic view over the lake. Very well furnished with lots of crockery, glassware, cutlery and cooking utensils. A good sized fridge, good sized oven, and plenty of worktops, and an open plan makes the kitchen pleasant to work in. Quite a few toys/sport equipment was available, as well as a washing machine and dryer. The back of the house was right on the lake and you can launch your canoe (available to rent from "the activity hub", 5min walk) from right there. Lovely swimming pool nearby, free. Booking facilities in lower mill estate was a little hit and miss, but we were told it was in the process of being upgraded to allow online bookings.
July 26, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi, thank you for your five-star review. We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed the house, fantastic lake views, the well-equipped kitchen and family-friendly activities. It's great that you made use of the nearby facilities, and we appreciate your feedback regarding the booking system at Lower Mill Estate—hopefully their new upgrade will make things even smoother in future. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future!
Beautifully converted, with interesting features
Beautifully converted, the Coach House provides spacious accommodation with each bedroom having an en-suite and plenty of communal space both indoors and in a courtyard area. Kerry the owner was very helpful and easy to contact. The house had modern features including movement sensitive lighting and state of the art sound system.
July 28, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi, thank you for your five-star review of your recent stay. We're so glad you enjoyed the spacious layout, modern features, and helpful support from Kerry during your stay at The Coach House.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/the-coach-house-at-holy-well/
Review for our recent stay at Little Forge Bourton on the water
We recently stayed at Little Forge in Bourton on the water. It is a beautiful cottage very well equipped and comfortable. It is close to the river and all the amenities which include shops pubs and restaurants. The hosts are really nice people and were helpful to us during our stay. We will definitely visit again in the future.
July 28, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Christine, thank you for your wonderful five-star review of your recent stay at Little Forge. We're thrilled to hear you found the cottage beautiful, well equipped and comfortable. We're also pleased to hear the hosts were helpful during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future!
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/little-forge/
Great stay
Quiet location, owners very welcoming and friendly. The house is very clean and well-stocked and we would honestly recommend.
July 24, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Claire, thank you very much for your lovely five-star review. We are thrilled to hear you had a good stay, and hope we can welcome you back other time!
Beautiful situation for a wonderfully…
Beautiful situation for a wonderfully equipped holiday home. Very helpful owners nearby. All great!
July 25, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Jo, thank you so much for your five-star review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful setting and found the cottage well equipped. It's also lovely to know the owners were helpful and nearby if needed.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/kingfisher-cottage/
Beautiful
Fantastic location in a beautiful sleepy village. Rolling hills all around. Just in the grounds of Sudeley castle, which is a must to see. Property is not wheel chair friendly so do consider this when looking. Overall a first class, period Property.
July 25, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Mark, thank you for your five-star review of your recent stay. We're so pleased you enjoyed the fantastic location and charm of the town. Thank you for highlighting the accessibility aspect. As noted in the property details, there are steps leading up to the apartment, so we do recommend that guests consider this when booking. We hope we can welcome you back to the property again soon!
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/charles-i-at-sudeley-castle/
Amazing stay in historical rural…
Amazing stay in historical rural residence. Very helpful housekeeper. Lovely stay.
July 28, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Paul, thank you for your five-star review. We're so pleased to hear you had an amazing stay and enjoyed the charm of the historical setting. It's also wonderful to know the housekeeper was helpful during your visit.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/upper-lodge-at-kentchurch/
The house was beautiful and well…
The house was beautiful and well equipped and deceptively large. The lines of communication were excellent and the comprehensive information list really helped in not having to take items you don't need to. The parking at the rear of the house is good and we had a wonderful few days. Lots to do within a few miles plus walks around the cottage as well.
It would have been nice to have some bin liners, but that's a small thing when everything else was perfect. Thanks and we hope to book through your site again.
July 23, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Jacqui, thank you for your five-star review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the house beautiful and well-equipped. It’s great to know the information provided was helpful and that you made the most of the local area and walking opportunities nearby. We hope to welcome you you back for another stay soon!
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/swallows-rest-cottage/
A little gem ....
A well equipped comfortable cottage with modern decor and facilities. Excellent location, very peaceful and quiet. It was ideal for our annual family break as the cottage provided the space and facilities required for a relaxing getaway.
May 31, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Carole, thank you so much for your five-star review. We're delighted to hear you had a relaxing stay. We hope we can welcome you back for another stay in the future!
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/vine-cottage/
Efficient and helpful
Bolthole Retreats have been extremely helpful from start to finish with our recent booking. They have answered all queries quickly and efficiently and we would have no hesitation in recommending their services.
June 14, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Julie, thank you for your wonderful five-star review. We're delighted to hear you had a positive experience booking with us from start to finish. We truly appreciate your recommendation and we hope to welcome you back for another stay soon.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/beecham-farmhouse-at-alscot-estate/
Booking was so easy
Booking was so easy. All queries were answered promptly. Very good details on location, as we had to go on What Three Words, and not the postcode, to find the place. Which was absolutely superb.
June 9, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Sally, thank you for your five-star review. We're so pleased to hear the booking process was smooth and that our team were able to assist promptly with your queries. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/lower-lodge-barn/
Excellent accommodation in a perfect location
Excellent accommodation in a perfect location, within easy walking distance of the fascinating and historic Sudeley Castle and the town of Winchcombe with great character, good pubs and a fine selection of eating. Walkers are welcome in Winchcombe and there are many excellent, scenic walks directly from the accommodation. The staff were easy to contact, courteous and very helpful. There was ample, safe parking.
June 9, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Harold, thank you for your lovely five-star review of your recent stay. We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed both the cottage and the fantastic location. We hope we can welcome you back for another stay soon!
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/prince-rupert-at-sudeley-castle/
Charming historical gem with all modcons
This historic 2 bedroom house just off Burford High Street, was perfectly set up for my family of four, in town for a family wedding. Thoughtfully modernized while respecting the charming historical features and layout of the space, we enjoyed comfy beds, two full bathrooms (with great water pressure!), a modern kitchen, games, smart TV as well as gorgeous outdoor spaces. Truthfully, the online photos don't do it justice. The house exceeded our expectations. We'd highly recommend a stay in this charmiing spot.
June 13, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Stephanie, thank you for your five-star review of your recent stay. We're thrilled to hear the house was a perfect fit for your family. It’s lovely to know you appreciated the balance between modern comfort & historic charm, and that the cottage exceeded your expectations. We shall make sure we pass your lovely feedback on to the owners.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/farthingdales/
Excellent cottage, very well equipped and good walks from the cottage for dogs!
We stayed at this cottage with a family group including toddlers and dogs. The cottage was lovely, extremely well equipped, with lots of space for everyone. Plenty of great walks from the house.
Communication with company, booking, cottage details and the house keeper were excellent.
June 13, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Elspeth, thank you so much for your five-star review of your recent stay. We're delighted to hear that the cottage worked so well for your family group and you found the property spacious, well equipped, and perfectly placed for enjoying the local walks. We’re also really pleased to hear your experience with our team and the housekeeper made everything smooth and straightforward. We hope we can welcome you back again in the future!
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/vine-cottage/
Cider house barn was just a good size…
Cider house barn was just a good size for us and it is a short walk into town, we ate out twice at the bridge pub, we sat outside overlooking the river watching the swans with their babies and loads of other birds 🦢 the food was delicious and if you wanted to change to a different vegetable or type of chip it was no problem. My sister and our friend made use of the hot tub which they really enjoyed. It is about a 20 minute drive to Stratford .
June 12, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Dear Karen, thank you for your five-star review of your recent stay at Cider House. We are delighted to hear that the property was the perfect size for your group and that you made the most of its great location.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/cider-house-at-oosland-barns/
Delightful location in Historic Gatehouse
We found this to be a simply delightful and unspoiled part of the country with lots of historic sites to explore, places to hike, and good pubs and restaurants nearby, particularly the Kilpick Pub.
As for the Lower Gatehouse (which as its name suggests is a stone-built gatehouse -- though we could not find the date of its construction) the upside-down arrangement of the bedrooms and living area ensured we got lots of aerobic exercise; the stairs are VERY steep. The owner has made inventive use of the unusual layout. Of the three bedrooms, ours was the best equipped, having a small connecting area between the bedroom and ES where my husband could work. The beds were very comfortable but the third bedroom is a little "snug".
We appreciated the outdoor patios, one outside the living area and one in the garden at ground level. Unfortunately, the presence of wasps meant we were unable to use the upstairs one. (We have suggested deterrents so future guests don't have that problem.)
As a general comment, we all wished very much that fewer places accommodate dogs. The dogs are not the problem but the owners allow their pets on the furniture and this can provoke allergies.
June 8, 2025
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Reply from Bolthole Retreats
Hi Jennifer, thank you for taking the time to write a review of your recent stay at Lower Lodge Gatehouse. We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed exploring the area and are glad to hear the Kilpeck Inn was a highlight. Thank you for your comments regarding the third bedroom and the outdoor patios. Your feedback about the wasps has been shared with the owner, and we appreciate your suggestion about deterrents. We also take note of your comments regarding pet-friendly properties. While many guests value the option to bring their dogs, we understand concerns around allergies and we do have a selection of cottages which do not accept pets which may be of interest.
https://www.boltholeretreats.co.uk/property/lower-lodge-gatehouse-at-kentchurch/
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