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Forsythia Cottage - sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms

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A stone cottage with a green door, a patio with outdoor seating, and a stone wall.
A dining area with a wooden table set for two, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.
A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a leather sofa with decorative pillows.
A stone cottage with a green door, multiple windows, and a small porch area.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 358 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire
  • Place, Cotswold Motoring Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bourton Model Railway Exhibition
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Model Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪55 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.

Forsythia Cottage - sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms

Situated less than a minute from Bourton’s picturesque high street with winding river and famous stone bridges, you’ll discover why this beautiful little town has been dubbed the Venice of the Cotswolds. Dating back to the 17th century, this charming, 2-bed, honey-coloured stone cottage is perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway to the Cotswolds.

Step inside to find a traditional cottage layout complete with authentic latch windows and quaint stable door. The kitchen has everything you need to make a hearty breakfast before setting off for a busy day to explore the magical Cotswolds while the charming living area is the perfect place for a cosy evening around the fire on cooler nights. Forsythia's traditional cottage charm continues upstairs, the master bedroom boasting a Victorian-style bed, latch window and quaint book shelf built into an alcove. A second, single bedroom equally as charming with exposed beam and latch window is perfect for a child or for small groups travelling together.

Outside the pretty, sunny courtyard garden is a delightful space to relax in the sunshine. Enjoy a morning coffee or a summer's evening with al fresco meal or glass of wine. Alternatively, stroll to Bourton’s fantastic restaurants or country dining pubs for a meals out every evening. Walkers will be in heaven with the multitude of walking routes straight from the cottage doorstep, heading to surrounding villages and towns, including The Windrush Way.

Ground Floor

Kitchen-Living-Dining Area:
This traditional open-plan space epitomises the quaint 17th Century feel of the cottage. The living area has two comfy sofas with a gas-fired woodburner-effect stove set on an original stone hearth and a smart TV. A dining area with a dining table seating two overlooks the pretty courtyard garden. The fully equipped kitchen has an electric oven and hob, fridge and freezer, microwave, washing machine and all the small appliances needed for a holiday. A back door, complete with a full set of antique keys, leads out to the delightful, sunny courtyard garden – making it easy and convenient for carrying out food and drinks for outdoor socialising.

First Floor

Bedroom One:
The cottage’s master bedroom is a delightfully romantic room, featuring a double bed on a Victorian-style frame with two traditional latch windows providing views down to the courtyard garden. Sweet shelves are stacked with a great choice of books to enjoy during your stay. The bedroom has an built-in wardrobe and a dressing table.

Bedroom Two:
This pretty bedroom overlooks the front of the cottage and features a single bed on an ornate bed frame. The room has a custom-built wardrobe and a dressing table.

Family Shower Room:
The family shower room is equipped with a shower, WC, basin.

Outside

At the rear of the cottage is a private, sunny and delightful courtyard garden. It has two seating areas, one with two rattan-style armchairs and table, the ideal spot for a morning coffee or evening cocktail; and the other with a circular table and four chairs, ideal for leisurely meals outdoors on a warm summer's evening. To the front of the cottage is a private, gravelled drive, with parking for one car (or two very small cars parked end-to-end). From your doorstep you can walk to Bourton's wonderful variety of bakeries, coffee shops and pubs or head out on country walks to explore the idyllic Cotswold countryside.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from River Windrush. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from River Windrush and Cotswold Motoring Museum
As a guest of Forsythia Cottage - sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Cheltenham cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 624 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Forsythia Cottage - sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay for long weekend

Good location in the middle of Bourton-on-the-Water, cottage ideal for our stay, every thing provided.
Verified review

8/10 Good

A E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely small cottage, right in Bourton on the Water. Perfect spot for our stay. The car parking is a real bonus too.A nice rug be the hearth might be a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing break in the Cotswolds

Lovely clean, well equipped cottage in a central location with added bonus of off street parking. Highly recommend Mousetrap Inn, Venezia Italian and Smiths Burger Bar for food. Also had lovely riding experience at Bourton Vale Equestrian Centre with added bonus of it being next to Hawkstone Brewery.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Forsythia cottage

2nd time staying in this lovely little cottage . We love it so central to everything. Parking such a bonus. Lovely weather sat out on the patio very private. Can't wait to book again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gini F.

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

Beautiful town

We stayed in the middle of town & the cottage was so adorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Perfect spot

We had a lovely weekend staying in this beautiful little cottage. Perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Quaint and comfortable

Forsythia Cottage is a quaint, cosy cottage in a fabulous location. Excellent for a couple. On the downside, the shower is very cramped and, although it is centrally heated, the cottage can be a little chilly (especially the bathroom) in very cold weather. There is a gas fire in the lounge, though. Overall, a lovely place for a Cotswold break.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Delaney H.

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

Adorable lodging in Bourton on the Water

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Forsythia Cottage - the location was very convenient, the house itself was very charming and had everything we could ask for, and it allowed us to have a lovely time in Bourton on the Water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vinayak

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Clean and comfortable. Good amenities. May be the only thing missing was a fan on a hot day but otherwise everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Bourton on the Water cottage

Cottage was superbly situated in the heart of Bourton with a very valuable parking space. It was extremely cosy & comfortable with a very peaceful garden out the back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay in cosy cottage

Excellent stay for a week in a lovely central location. Cottage is characteristic of a Cotswolds terrace house built some years ago but with modern comforts. Stairs are a little bit steep and narrow but not too bad. Five minute walk from the main high street with shops and restaurants.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Wonderful Cottage

This is a very quaint cottage. Ideal for two or three people. Private garden parking in front of cottage 1 car. Excellent location. highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rhian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location with parking for one car in walking distance to all attractions in Bourton. Kitchen was very well equipped. Wi-fi excellent. If being very critical, the decor and some furnishings would benefit from modernisation/updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good location quirky cottage

Excellent location cottage was quite comfortable, the stairs were not that easy,perhaps a photo of them along with the other pics would be a help. The garden was nice we just didn't have the weather .We did find the restaurants in Bourton a big let down very poor, and expensive. But on the whole we enjoyed our stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

A JEWEL IN THE CROWN

Oh wow, where do I begin, what a find this beautiful little cottage was, spotlessly clean very well equipped for all your needs, excellent location plus its own parking space , and great private back garden,literally a 2 minute walk into the beautiful village of Bourton-on-the-Water which has a host of pubs, coffee shops and lovely little independent shops.will definitely be back! Many Thanks.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

A week in Bourton on the Water

We stayed at Forsythia cottage for a week. The cottage is in a perfect location for all local pubs/shops/cafes - everything is in walking distance. Off road parking is certainly a benefit! The cottage itself is very nice, a very well-equipped kitchen and a comfortable lounge area. The bedrooms are spacious - but the bed is a bit creaky! The bathroom has a small shower cubicle; unfortunately, when we were there, the shower door did leak a bit. If you're looking for a centrally located well-equipped cottage then Forsythia Cottage is for you :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

A lovely cute little cottage in the heart of Bourton-on-the-Water

We stayed for 4 nights in this cute little cottage, it really is right in the heart of this beautiful place. Unfortunately the cottage wasn't ready when we arrived at 3.30pm, but after a phone call to the owner the cleaners turned up and we left them to sort it out, they did a great job and were very apologetic and offered to pay for our lunch. The cottage itself is quite old fashioned, but it suits the property. It has a lovely garden with seat cushions. The kitchen is well equipped and the double bed was very comfortable. As you would expect from a small cottage the stairs to the bedroom & bathroom are rather steep, so not for people with a disability. I was woken one morning by the sound of breaking bottles, when the bin lorry come at do the local restaurant bins before 7.00am. I would be very happy to recommend this property and would be happy to return next time we head to the beautiful Cotswolds.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Delightful little cottage right in the heart of the village.

I really enjoyed my stay at Forsythia Cottage and had a lovely time - absolutely in a perfectly central position for everything and yet so very quiet. The garden was lovely and private and got the sun all day. Everything was provided for a very comfortable stay. I would just deduct one little point off as I was a little surprised that there were no complimentary toiletries as most places seem to provide them these days - so even it if was just enough for a couple of days to get you started would be good - but 'heyho' this would not be a dealbreaker for me. The bed was very comfortable and the sheets and bedding were top quality - I slept extremely well. You did need to be a little bit careful as the stairs were very steep. Overall 10 out of 10.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Perfect locale for a brief vacation

Forsythia Cottage is a quaint home, perfectly located for visiting Bourton-on-the-Water and seeing the Cotswolds. Located right in town so everything is within a couple of minutes. Also private parking is a nice win as parking in town can be hard to find during the day. We found the downstairs sitting area a great place to relax and watch TV after a day of exploring. The breakfast area and kitchen were great for our needs. The stairwell and upstairs reflect the age of the home -- a bit tricky to navigate and the floors are uneven. We found it added some charm but might be difficult for those with mobility issues. Kitchen is well stock and the property guide has a lot of information about not just the property but surrounding area. Bourton and this cottage are both a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location/Cosy and comfortable

We found Forsythia cottage to be very convenient, cosy and comfortable. Everything you could ever need for self catering was provided. The welcome pack was very informative and of help to us, and the welcome treets made us feel valued and was a lovely touch...Thank you. The cottage was in a fantastic location just behind the main street and in the middle of some interesting shops and restaurants.....couldn't have been better. This tastefully modernised, yet old world cottage and outdoor space was a pleasure to stay in. We would stay again. Good mobility required for the steep narrow stairs....which are a feature of the cottage. Single bed mattress was on the soft side for me... hence 4 out of 5 for comfort. Communication with the owner Paul was really good...re keys, restaurants etc....I liked that personal touch. Overall a great place to stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean N.

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

Quaint cottage in super location

We had a great stay at Forsythia Cottage in Bourton. The well appointed cottage provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay with the added bonus of a car space for our hire car and only a very short walk to the centre of town. In fact we didn’t use the car for the entirety of our stay. The renovated cottage provided all the comforts required whilst still enjoying the authentic experience of a 300 year old home. The courtyard garden was a bonus which we would no doubt have made better use of if the weather had been kinder. The only negative was the cottage being renovated next door with jackhammers and rubble being piled into skips - which was just bad timing on our behalf. Communication with our host Paul was great and the images of the cottage were very accurate. The internal steps are very steep as you might imagine but with care my 80 year old mother was able to navigate them. We would have no hesitation in recommending Forsythia Cottage for a great stay in Bourton-in-the-water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

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

Best location in Bourton!

What a delightful stay we had in this lovely Cotswold village - due to my phone issues there was a bit of an issue getting the key code but it was easily fixed by calling Bolthole offices. The unit is located on a side street, parallel to the main street and is two doors down from the Tourist Info office - they are a wealth of information for Bourton visitors! The kitchen was well stocked with pretty dishes, pots and pans, and utensils. The owners have done a great job in making this a true "home away from home". Good washer! We enjoyed 3 walks during our stay - the "trails" around the town are easily navigated and provide gorgeous views of the area. I hesitate to say how many times we went to the Cornish Bakery - but we loved everything they offered - both sweet and savory (beef and stilton pasties) Grocery shopping at the Coop was easy (we were able to eat in for several dinners and all of our breakfasts),lots of places to buy souvenirs and lovely woolen articles. Our favorite dinner was at Fish and Chips - really tasty fish, cooked perfectly and good "chips" - they also offer a great Gin and Tonic with a few juniper berries added. My only word of caution to possible renters - and I believe that they mention this in their guides - is the steepness of the steps going upstairs - please hold the handrails. (We are 72/74 year olds and in good health, but we took extra care on the steps.) We so enjoyed our visit to Bourton on the Water!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chloe G.

Cosy little cottage

Lovely stay at Forsythia cottage for 2 nights. As described it is a small cosy cottage perfect for a short stay in the heart of the Cotswolds. My only improvement would be the master room mattress, as it seems to sink into the middle, apart from that everything was perfect.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

joyce j.

Fabulous property

This was a few days away gift for my husband’s special birthday. It was truly a beautifully clean, comfortable, peaceful property with everything you need to help you have a lovely stay. It was absolutely ideal as it was so close to the beautiful town and we will definitely return. My husband loved it and we would definitely recommend it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ideal holiday cottage

An excellent holiday cottage. So central in the village for all amenities. It was immaculate and tastefully furnished. Would not hesitate to recommend. Bolt hole escapes were efficient as were the owners