Holiday rentals in Cotswold District

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Cottage in Poulton
Charming Cotswold Country Cottage & Garden
Welcome to our much loved home, a stones throw from Bibury right in the heart of the Cotswolds . Our eco conscious approach to design means we’ve gone to great lengths to use natural lime wash, tadelakt renders and eco paints. We have organic cotton bedding, eco household products and toiletries. We’ve used natural fabrics and naturally crafted finishes throughout. Especially in our garden bathroom using cedar shingle, cedar slats and waney oak. Creating our little eco retreat in the Cotswolds.
27 May – 3 JunIndividual Host,
£275 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews
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Cottage in Kingham
Charming Chocolate box Thatched Cottage
A beautiful 16th century thatched cottage located in "Englands Favourite Village". A stones throw from The Wild Rabbit and the UK's 'Dining Pub of the Year 2019' - The Kingham Plough. A home away from home with two king beds, an aga-style range cooker and a log burner. 20 minute walk down the lane from the famous Daylesford farm and 20 minutes to Soho Farmhouse. A short drive from from famous Cotswolds villages such Stow-On-The-Wold, Bourton-On-The-Water, The Tews, The Slaughters and Burford.
25–30 AprIndividual Host,
£271 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 291 reviews
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Tiny home in Witcombe
Little Knapp on the Cotswold Way
Snug space ideal for relaxing getaways. Set in area of outstanding natural beauty. Perfect for couples keen to explore the Cotswolds with direct access to the Cotswold way. It's a quirky small space. Intended as a great escape, there is WiFi but no TV. Dogs: As space limited 1 w-behaved dog welcome (+ £10). Sofabed: Please request bedding (+£10 charge) or bring own for free. NB Bathroom space is limited, stairs may be tricky for less mobile, roof terrace is private but overlooked by our house.
31 Aug – 7 SeptIndividual Host,
£89 per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 464 reviews

Popular amenities for Cotswold District holiday rentals

Stay near Cotswold District's top sights

Cotswolds AONB19 locals recommend
Cheltenham Racecourse284 locals recommend
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens443 locals recommend
Sudeley Castle248 locals recommend
Gloucester Cathedral180 locals recommend
Cotswold Farm Park251 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Cotswold District

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Cottage in Little Barrington
Perfect Cotswold cottage for two!
17–24 NovIndividual Host,
£154 per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
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Cottage in Kingham
A stylish and cosy Cotswold cottage
30 Aug – 6 SeptProfessional Host,
£267 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviews
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Cottage in Kington Langley
Spinners Cottage, historic & romantic nr Cotswolds
3–10 FebIndividual Host,
£165 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews
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Cottage in Bourton-on-the-Water
Lavender Lodge, Bourton on the Water
26 Nov – 3 DecIndividual Host,
£339 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
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Cottage in Minchinhampton
Grade II listed historic Cotswolds cottage
16–23 AugIndividual Host,
£172 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews
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Home in Amberley
Magical cottage set within a woodland glade
4–11 JanIndividual Host,
£128 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
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Cottage in Saint Briavels
Set in AONB & 40 Acres of Private Countryside
8–15 NovProfessional Host,
£141 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews
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Hut in Avon Dassett
Dassett Cabin - retreat, relax, romance, rewild
19–26 OctProfessional Host,
£146 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
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Cottage in Cirencester
Converted barn in beautiful Cotswolds countryside
16–23 JunIndividual Host,
£171 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
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Barn in Leighterton
Luxury Barn conversion Cotswold’s with Sauna/Spa
12–19 NovIndividual Host,
£224 per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 312 reviews
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Cottage in Brimscombe
Unique luxury Cotswolds cottage, near Stroud
5–12 SeptIndividual Host,
£79 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews
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Home in Bourton on the Water
Historic Cotswold Chic Style for UK staycation
30 Nov – 7 DecProfessional Host,
£339 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Cotswold District

Total rentals

7.1K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

2.5K properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

420 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

2.5K properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

3.9K properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

323K reviews

Your guide to Cotswold District

All About the Cotswolds

If you close your eyes and imagine the English countryside, with chocolate-box villages set among rolling hills, you’re likely picturing the region known as the Cotswolds. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty measures just under 800 square miles and spans six counties. Most of the houses are honey-coloured, thanks to the local Cotswolds stone, and topped with either slate or thatched roofs. The area gained its wealth in the medieval period due to the quality of the wool it produced, but was sadly left behind during the industrialisation era of the 19th century.

As such, this part of the English countryside is beautifully frozen in time, still thriving on its farming industry, with arable crops, sheep, cows, and horses at every turn behind the dry-stone walls. Beyond the Georgian city of Bath, famed for its connection to one of Britain’s most famous female authors, you will find the area peppered with villages and towns bursting with English character and charm.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Cotswold District

The summer months offer the warmest temperatures to travel around the Cotswolds, when you can savour an artisanal ice cream while walking around the characterful villages. During the warmer months, all tea rooms, shops, and attractions will be open. This is the busiest time for tourism, with some of the most well-known villages buzzing with visitors and a wonderful mélange of different languages.

If you visit in the quieter months of the spring, you will be treated to beautiful bursts of colour from the bright yellow of the rapeseed fields and tree blossoms, and lambs gambolling in the fields. Bear in mind that the villages and roads will be busy during the two May public holidays in England and Wales. The autumn and winter months are colder and darker with more rainfall, but can be great months for walking the many trails that crisscross the area, with the promise of warming up in front of a log fire in a traditional pub at the end of the day.


Top things to do in Cotswold District

Bourton on the Water

Known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, this is a picturesque example of the quintessential English village, with the River Windrush passing along the high street under low stone bridges. For autophiles, the local Cotswolds Motoring and Toy Museum is brimming with car-related exhibits. For a real British experience, go to the Model Village, a miniature replica of the village made of the same golden Cotswolds stone.

Broadway Tower

For the best view of the Cotswolds, you should head to Broadway Tower, which was built as a folly in 1799. It has been home to some influential people, whose lives are explored at the Tower. Most impressive are the views, which are said to cover 62 miles, 16 counties, and two countries.

Chedworth Roman Villa

Travel back almost 2,000 years and visit the ruins of one of the most stunning Roman villas in England, Chedworth Roman Villa, set among the rolling green hills. You have the chance to see stunning on-site Roman mosaics and learn about their innovative hypocaust systems.

Destinations to explore