Southrop Dream Cottage | Cotswolds Calm Awaits

Owl Cottage is a beautifully appointed Cotswold home in the picturesque village of Southrop, designed to welcome up to six guests in relaxed luxury. Set within the exclusive Grey’s Court estate, this charming cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. Southrop is home to the renowned Thyme Estate, with its spa, cookery school, and award-winning Swan restaurant, all just a short stroll away.

The master suite, set beneath a high beamed ceiling, features a handcrafted I & JL Brown four-poster bed and an elegant en-suite with a cast-iron roll-top bath and separate power shower. Two further double bedrooms on the ground floor share a spacious bathroom with another roll-top bath and walk-in shower, while a cloakroom provides added convenience.

The sitting room is both cosy and refined, with a wood-burning stove, inviting sofas, and Sky TV for easy evenings in. The adjoining kitchen and dining space is a highlight, featuring an Aga, Dualit appliances, and French doors opening onto a private terrace – perfect for alfresco dining under Cotswold skies.

With off-street parking, family-friendly amenities, and easy access to nearby villages like Burford, Bibury, and Lechlade, Owl Cottage makes an ideal base for exploring the very best of the Cotswolds.

As part of Grey’s Court, a private collection of five luxury cottages, it can also be booked alongside its neighbours for larger gatherings – offering the perfect balance of privacy, connection, and timeless countryside charm.
Set in the heart of Southrop, one of the Cotswolds’ most picturesque and desirable villages, Grey’s Court is a private collection of five beautifully restored cottages offering timeless charm, refined interiors, and effortless access to the region’s finest experiences. Southrop is home to the renowned Thyme Estate, where guests can enjoy a world-class spa, cookery school, and The Swan – an award-winning country inn just a short stroll from your door.

Each cottage at Grey’s Court has its own distinctive character yet shares the same hallmark of quality, craftsmanship, and comfort. Expect soaring beamed ceilings, handcrafted four-poster beds, and cast-iron roll-top baths alongside thoughtfully designed living spaces equipped with premium appliances. The atmosphere is one of understated luxury – where period features meet contemporary elegance.

Guests can unwind beside a wood-burning stove, prepare meals in a well-equipped kitchen, or dine alfresco in tranquil outdoor spaces framed by manicured gardens and open Cotswold skies. Each cottage offers private parking, and family-friendly touches such as high chairs and trusted babysitting contacts can be arranged on request.

Perfectly positioned to explore the very best of the Cotswolds, Grey’s Court offers effortless access to nearby Bibury, Burford, and Lechlade-on-Thames, as well as the vibrant market town of Cirencester. Day trips to Daylesford Organic or Soho Farmhouse provide the perfect blend of countryside luxury and modern indulgence.

Whether booked individually for a peaceful escape or together for larger gatherings, Grey’s Court embodies the essence of Cotswold living – heritage, tranquillity, and style in perfect harmony. It’s a place to slow down, reconnect, and experience country life at its most refined.