Cottage in Cotswold District
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this cottage rental
Located in a secluded valley close to the classic Cotswold town of Stow-on-the-Wold, Old Brewery House is a terrific Cotswold retreat with a real difference, sleeping up to 8 guests in four spacious ensuite bedrooms. Old Brewery House is located within the grounds of the Donnington Brewery (hence the name!) which in 1827 was bought as a working mill by Thomas Arkell, his descendant Richard Arkell founded the Brewery here in 1865. Inside the property, much of the original charm and character has been retained and many of the rooms enjoy stunning views across the gardens with roaming peacocks and the beautiful private lake with ducks and swans. The open-plan kitchen/dining room is well equipped and there are 2 living rooms, so plenty of space! The four bedrooms can be configured into doubles or twins (on request) which makes this property flexible for all parties. Oh, and the beer produced is of course available to purchase from Andy, the onsite manager!
For larger groups, Old Brewery house can be booked with Waterhead Barn with a maximum occupancy of 21
Accommodation
This four bedroom holiday cottage in Upper Swell is ideal for family and friends looking to get together and those wanting to explore the neighbouring Cotswold towns and villages. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Lower Ground Floor
Utility/boot area
Washing machine, dryer, large chest freezer. An iron and ironing board can also be found in the under stair cupboard
Ground Floor
Kitchen/dining room
A combined kitchen/dining area with a double Everhot range cooker, microwave, kettle, toaster, cafetiere, full-sized built-in fridge, separate under counter freezer and another additional under counter fridge, dishwasher, kitchen island and dining table with chairs and TV in the cupboard
Sitting Room
The main living room enjoys views over the private lake and gardens. Two three-seater sofas and one two-seater sofa form a U shape around the log burner, with plasma TV, DVD player and a selection of boardgames and books
Snug
Separate snug room, with a three-seater L shaped sofa, two-seater sofa, plasma TV, DVD player
First Floor
Master Bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2) - The Lake Room
Lovely views across the lake, super king bed (can be two singles on request), two bedside tables, wardrobe, drawers, mirror, ornamental fireplace
Ensuite with bath and overhead shower, loo, heated towel rail and hairdryer
Bedroom 3 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) - The Garden Room
Super king bed (can be two singles on request), two bedside tables, wardrobe, drawers, dressing table with mirror and chair, small two-seater sofa, ornamental fireplace
Ensuite with shower, loo, heated towel rail and hairdryer
Three small steps up to bedroom 2 and 4
Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) - The Green Room
Super king bed (can be two singles on request), two bedside tables, wardrobe, drawers, mirror, ornamental fireplace
Ensuite with bath and overhead shower, loo, heated towel rail and hairdryer
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) - The Attic Room
Super king bed (can be two singles on request), two bedside tables, hanging space, drawers, and country views. There is a small step into this room and some restricted head height from the sloped ceiling
Ensuite bathroom with bath, loo, heated towel rail and hairdryer
An additional single bed mattress can be provided in The Attic Room (on request), so long as guest numbers are within the max occupancy. All bedrooms have a super king bed default, however can be made up as twin rooms on request with at least seven days notice
Outside
Wonderful gardens with terrace area, charcoal BBQ and seating that overlooks the mill stream. There are two resident peacocks which roam the gardens and a beautiful private lake with ducks and swans
The Finer Details...
• The maximum occupancy for this property is 8 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 2 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
• Bed linen and towels are provided
• Off street parking is available for up to 4 cars on the driveway outside the property
• 2 travel cots and 2 highchairs are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cots, as this is not provided)
• 2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
• WiFi
• Charcoal BBQ (please note that coal and gas are only supplied to guests between 1st April and 30th September, guests are responsible for cleaning BBQ after use)
• Wood burner – please note that logs are only supplied to guests between 1st October and 30th April
• Please note that the adjoining buildings are part of a working brewery and the driveway down into Old Brewery House shares access to these buildings
• The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
• No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property
Things to Note...
• Please note that Old Brewery House is best suited to peaceful, family-style stays. Please take consideration whilst booking as the property is not appropriate for parties, hen or stag groups, or events of any kind
• Commercial and work related bookings are not permitted
• Events are not permitted without prior consent
• A security deposit is required at this property
• Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00
• Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
For larger groups, Old Brewery house can be booked with Waterhead Barn with a maximum occupancy of 21
Accommodation
This four bedroom holiday cottage in Upper Swell is ideal for family and friends looking to get together and those wanting to explore the neighbouring Cotswold towns and villages. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Lower Ground Floor
Utility/boot area
Washing machine, dryer, large chest freezer. An iron and ironing board can also be found in the under stair cupboard
Ground Floor
Kitchen/dining room
A combined kitchen/dining area with a double Everhot range cooker, microwave, kettle, toaster, cafetiere, full-sized built-in fridge, separate under counter freezer and another additional under counter fridge, dishwasher, kitchen island and dining table with chairs and TV in the cupboard
Sitting Room
The main living room enjoys views over the private lake and gardens. Two three-seater sofas and one two-seater sofa form a U shape around the log burner, with plasma TV, DVD player and a selection of boardgames and books
Snug
Separate snug room, with a three-seater L shaped sofa, two-seater sofa, plasma TV, DVD player
First Floor
Master Bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2) - The Lake Room
Lovely views across the lake, super king bed (can be two singles on request), two bedside tables, wardrobe, drawers, mirror, ornamental fireplace
Ensuite with bath and overhead shower, loo, heated towel rail and hairdryer
Bedroom 3 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) - The Garden Room
Super king bed (can be two singles on request), two bedside tables, wardrobe, drawers, dressing table with mirror and chair, small two-seater sofa, ornamental fireplace
Ensuite with shower, loo, heated towel rail and hairdryer
Three small steps up to bedroom 2 and 4
Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) - The Green Room
Super king bed (can be two singles on request), two bedside tables, wardrobe, drawers, mirror, ornamental fireplace
Ensuite with bath and overhead shower, loo, heated towel rail and hairdryer
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) - The Attic Room
Super king bed (can be two singles on request), two bedside tables, hanging space, drawers, and country views. There is a small step into this room and some restricted head height from the sloped ceiling
Ensuite bathroom with bath, loo, heated towel rail and hairdryer
An additional single bed mattress can be provided in The Attic Room (on request), so long as guest numbers are within the max occupancy. All bedrooms have a super king bed default, however can be made up as twin rooms on request with at least seven days notice
Outside
Wonderful gardens with terrace area, charcoal BBQ and seating that overlooks the mill stream. There are two resident peacocks which roam the gardens and a beautiful private lake with ducks and swans
The Finer Details...
• The maximum occupancy for this property is 8 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 2 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
• Bed linen and towels are provided
• Off street parking is available for up to 4 cars on the driveway outside the property
• 2 travel cots and 2 highchairs are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cots, as this is not provided)
• 2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
• WiFi
• Charcoal BBQ (please note that coal and gas are only supplied to guests between 1st April and 30th September, guests are responsible for cleaning BBQ after use)
• Wood burner – please note that logs are only supplied to guests between 1st October and 30th April
• Please note that the adjoining buildings are part of a working brewery and the driveway down into Old Brewery House shares access to these buildings
• The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
• No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property
Things to Note...
• Please note that Old Brewery House is best suited to peaceful, family-style stays. Please take consideration whilst booking as the property is not appropriate for parties, hen or stag groups, or events of any kind
• Commercial and work related bookings are not permitted
• Events are not permitted without prior consent
• A security deposit is required at this property
• Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00
• Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
Amenities at 4 bedroom Cotswold cottage near Stow-on-the-Wold - Old Brewery House
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Cotswold District
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
We were a group of 7 ladies celebrating 2x 50th birthdays. Plenty parking space right outside of the back door. 4 spacious bedrooms with comfy beds and plenty of space to hang and put clothes. Andy met us to give us a tour and explain the cooker (which was a challenge to get used to but we got there). The living room was spacious and a great place to hang out. Very well equipped kitchen with huge dining table. The grounds were lovely, just sad the weather was so wet that we didn't get much chance to explore. We are hoping to make a return next year.
8 / 10Excellent·Jan 2026
Our second stay at the Brewery house and once again had an enjoyable time. Andy greeted us upon our arrival to help with ann queries and explained how to use the aga in the kitchen which makes the kitchen really cosy. Such a peaceful location with lake views and wild life that goes with it.
The house is spacious , comfortable ,clean and warm. There were six of us and two being children they loved it with the peacocks visiting and the swans on the lake.
I am sure we will be back.
8 / 10Excellent·Nov 2025
The accomodation was in a beautiful old building. We were pleased to find acommodation for 4 couples with 4 spacious berooms and superking beds with 4 bathrooms. The main living room with large tv was very comfortable and accommodated 8 of us, and we really enjoyed the log burner (with an extra TV/ living room for fewer people). We used the kitchen for every meal (bar one) during our Fri-Mon stay. The kitchen was spacious and the table was plenty big enough for the 8 of us. The location was great - well located for visiting Cotswold towns. The manager Andy was very responsive and communicated very well.
6 / 10Average·Nov 2025
On arrival we as a group of 8 found the house not as expected for a 5 star listed property. Both front and rear entrance steps / ramp were covered in green slippery lichen which with a disabled person in tow was difficult. We had to clean the steps as best as we could. Had to request a handle to assist access to the kitchen which was fitted a couple of days later. Overall felt like it has been sometime since the house was cleaned thoroughly or decorated. Signs of mould in the WC off the lounge and the lock was broken. We like to cook when we stay as a group as well as eat out however the electric range was a real challenge and is probably not suitable for a rental property. We even had to purchase a decent frying pan as the only one at the house was warped and didn’t sit correctly on the hot plate. The floor in the lounge where the tiles met the carpet was very uneven causing a couple of us to trip / stumble. Some of the upstairs floors were equally uneven as well making it awkward around the beds.
We made the most of our stay at the house and enjoyed the Cotswolds area.
I would suggest the letting agents visit the property and review the 5 star rating.
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