Cottage in Cotswold District
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 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
Smuggsbarn Cottage is a beautifully styled Grade II listed Cotswold holiday cottage which sleeps 6+2 guests, in three comfortable bedrooms, with the +2 option being a double sofa bed in the snug, with two contemporary bathrooms. This cottage has been tastefully renovated to blend the charming late 18th century original features of the English beech wooden beams and striking Cotswold stone inglenook fireplace, with modern decor and amenities. With ample living space downstairs, including the cosy snug and abundant storage in both the kitchen and the boot room, Smuggsbarn Cottage is a real home away from home with plenty of space for the whole group to relax. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, down to a dog showering area for those muddy walks, creating a wonderful property for groups to escape to the country with your four legged friend!
Accommodation
This three bedroom holiday cottage in Chedworth is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Sitting room
Original beechwood beams, inglenook stone fireplace with wood burner, two-seater sofa, three-seater sofa, armchair, desk area with chair, and Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only)
Snug (Sleeps +2)
Double sofa bed (available on request), decorative fireplace, Wii games console and Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only)
Kitchen/dining room
Kettle, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, Rangemaster electric oven, electric induction hob and dining table seating eight
Family bathroom
Bath with shower attachment, loo and basin
Boot room
Bench with storage, coat hooks, iron, ironing board, clothes airer, washing machine/tumble dryer, freezer and dog showering station
Can be accessed directly via the side gate
First Floor
Primary bedroom (Sleeps 2)
Super king size bed, half-height cupboard, built-in wardrobe, armchair, hairdryer and window seat with views of the front garden
This bedroom can either be accessed via steep stone stairs directly from the sitting room or via a door from bedroom 2
Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Two single beds (can be super king size bed on request), chest of drawers, hanging rail, mirror, decorative feature fireplace, armchair, hairdryer and window seat with views of the front garden
Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, freestanding wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table with mirror, hairdryer and armchair
Shower room
Shower, loo and basin
Outside
Fully enclosed back garden with patio, outdoor table seating six, two chairs, bench, steps down to lawn area and charcoal BBQ (available April to September)
Fully enclosed front garden with bench
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 3 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic)
Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars, additional parking is available at the village hall a short walk away
1 travel cot, 1 highchair, 1 toddler Tripp Trapp chair and 2 stair gates are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, 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
Strong WiFi (Download speed 100 Mbps/Upload speed 50 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception varies depending on provider
2 Smart TVs with Netflix (guests to use their own login details)
Enclosed garden
Charcoal BBQ, April to September only (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Oil fired central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove from October to April only
Smuggsbarn Cottage is a period property with sloping ceilings, low beams in places and steps between rooms
Please note that the principal bedroom can be accessed directly from the sitting room, with no door separating the spaces (these stairs are especially steep, though a bannister on one side is provided)
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 Smuggsbarn Cottage 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
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00
Please be aware that there are 3 CCTV cameras at the property (these do not point inside the house, however they do cover the garden)
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
Accommodation
This three bedroom holiday cottage in Chedworth is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Sitting room
Original beechwood beams, inglenook stone fireplace with wood burner, two-seater sofa, three-seater sofa, armchair, desk area with chair, and Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only)
Snug (Sleeps +2)
Double sofa bed (available on request), decorative fireplace, Wii games console and Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only)
Kitchen/dining room
Kettle, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, Rangemaster electric oven, electric induction hob and dining table seating eight
Family bathroom
Bath with shower attachment, loo and basin
Boot room
Bench with storage, coat hooks, iron, ironing board, clothes airer, washing machine/tumble dryer, freezer and dog showering station
Can be accessed directly via the side gate
First Floor
Primary bedroom (Sleeps 2)
Super king size bed, half-height cupboard, built-in wardrobe, armchair, hairdryer and window seat with views of the front garden
This bedroom can either be accessed via steep stone stairs directly from the sitting room or via a door from bedroom 2
Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Two single beds (can be super king size bed on request), chest of drawers, hanging rail, mirror, decorative feature fireplace, armchair, hairdryer and window seat with views of the front garden
Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, freestanding wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table with mirror, hairdryer and armchair
Shower room
Shower, loo and basin
Outside
Fully enclosed back garden with patio, outdoor table seating six, two chairs, bench, steps down to lawn area and charcoal BBQ (available April to September)
Fully enclosed front garden with bench
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 3 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic)
Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars, additional parking is available at the village hall a short walk away
1 travel cot, 1 highchair, 1 toddler Tripp Trapp chair and 2 stair gates are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, 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
Strong WiFi (Download speed 100 Mbps/Upload speed 50 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception varies depending on provider
2 Smart TVs with Netflix (guests to use their own login details)
Enclosed garden
Charcoal BBQ, April to September only (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Oil fired central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove from October to April only
Smuggsbarn Cottage is a period property with sloping ceilings, low beams in places and steps between rooms
Please note that the principal bedroom can be accessed directly from the sitting room, with no door separating the spaces (these stairs are especially steep, though a bannister on one side is provided)
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 Smuggsbarn Cottage 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
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00
Please be aware that there are 3 CCTV cameras at the property (these do not point inside the house, however they do cover the garden)
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
Amenities at Stylish pet friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Smuggsbarn Cottage
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Cotswold District
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
We had a lovely Christmas 2025 at Smuggsbarn cottage. Plenty of room for two families and 2 dogs (party of 6). Definitely recommend. Location was perfect for visiting the Cotswolds. The cottage had all the amenities and equipment to cook a full Christmas dinner. Double check the bedroom layout worked well for us but may not work well for everyone. Would recommend booking the local wood yard to deliver logs for the wood burning or you can collect bags yourself like we do did. Would definitely return and hopefully the local village pub has re opened when we do. The Francis & Crab family’s from Farnham.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
We had a delightful four-night stay at the cottage. It was wonderfully equipped, cozy, and situated in a serene location with plenty of walking paths nearby. The shortbread we received as the welcome pack was a lovely. The towels and bedding were of excellent quality, and the beds were very comfortable.
However, we did notice a few things that could be improved. The original listing mentioned a local pub that serves food, but unfortunately, it has been closed since 2023. The main bedroom would benefit from having an additional bedside lamp, as there is currently only one. The silicone oven gloves in the kitchen are quite slippery and awkward to use, which could be a potential safety risk.
We arrived at the designated 5 pm check-in time in November. It would have been nice to have an outside light on, as it was quite dark and we had to fumble around to find the key box. Thankfully, we had torches with us.
Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend the cottage to others, with these minor adjustments in mind.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
We had a wonderful stay at Smuggsbarn Cottage – a charming, beautifully restored Cotswold retreat in the peaceful village of Cheddworth. The cottage was cosy, spotless, and full of character, with lovely rustic touches like exposed beams and a wood-burning stove, alongside modern comforts that made it feel like a true home away from home. The kitchen was well-equipped, the beds were incredibly comfortable, and the quiet countryside surroundings made for a truly relaxing escape.
The location was ideal for exploring the Cotswolds, with scenic walks from the doorstep and picturesque villages like Bibury and Bourton-on-the-Water just a short drive away. The process was seamless from start to end, and Claire was incredibly helpful.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
Had a fantastic weekend in this cottage. Ideal stay for the family wedding in the village, along with another we rented opposite the church. Lovely location and everything very comfortable. If we were to be at all critical outside furniture could do with a makeover, pigeons are a problem on some of these and seeing as though we were advised to use the rear door then bins ought to have been out of the way of this area. Plant pots uncared for too.
All in all though very satisfied.
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9.6Outstanding
(17 Ratings)
"We had a lovely Christmas 2025 at Smuggsbarn cottage. Plenty of room for two families and 2 dogs (party of 6). Definitely recommend. Location was perfect for visiting the Cotswolds. The cottage had al..."
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