Beautifully converted cottage in lovely South Cotswold village
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9.8Outstanding
(162 Ratings)
Outstanding cottage with great amenities, beautiful surroundings, and welcoming hosts. Highly recommended for a peaceful and relaxing stay near the Cotswolds.
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2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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Dovenby cottage was featured on BBC1's escape to the country on May 17th, 2021. Sympathetically converted from an old stable block, Dovenby Cottage has been transformed into a romantic, cosy, rural retreat of the highest standard. With owners next door you have access to a wealth of local information should you need it, but will have privacy to hunker down in this charming period property, complete with open fire. Short & longer breaks are available, all starting and ending on either a Friday or Monday.
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(162 Ratings)
Outstanding cottage with great amenities, beautiful surroundings, and welcoming hosts. Highly recommended for a peaceful and relaxing stay near the Cotswolds.
From real guest reviews summarized by AIDon't miss out! Price and availability may change
Ratings and reviews
Outstanding cottage with great amenities, beautiful surroundings, and welcoming hosts. Highly recommended for a peaceful and relaxing stay near the Cotswolds.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful cottage in lovely setting, everything you could need in the cottage. The bed was very comfortable and the hosts were very accommodating.
8.0 / 10.0
Lovely little cottage
8.0 / 10.0
Washing machine needed cleaning, shower jet too weak, only enough kindling for one fire, but
10.0 / 10.0
Kitchen, bedroom, etc all great. Location was wondeeful - within an hour of many things. Would stay again!
8.0 / 10.0
It’s a nice clean place
10.0 / 10.0
It was a joy to stay at Dovenby Cottage! We were welcomed with a bottle of wine, a delicious home made cake and eggs and milk. The amenities in the cottage are superb, the huge bed gloriously comfortable and everything was provided for a relaxing and restful stay. The location is perfect for sightseeing in the South Cotswolds and we were blessed with warm, sunny weather which added to our enjoyment. Definitely a place to come back to, so thank you Justin and Philippa for your help in making our week’s stay such a pleasure
10.0 / 10.0
Such a lovely stay in the Costwolds ! The cottage is very comfy and chic, and we much enjoyed the garden having "apéro" while staring at the sunset.
8.0 / 10.0
We had a lovely stay at cottage, getting around was a bit difficult due to so many single track roads. Castle Combe was remarkable, just a hike away!
10.0 / 10.0
Such a beautiful cottage and welcoming host family! Quiet, peaceful, very idyllic. Walks, pubs, historical visits, everything was perfect. Cottage is wonderfully updated and has everything you could need.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely rural location as well as being handy for travelling. Well appointed cottage, very comfortable and had everything we needed.
10.0 / 10.0
Location is good for Bath, Bristol, Chippenham and getting back to LHR! Excellent accommodation and Justin is very flexible and worked with us for parking when we had our local family come visit. Will be coming back later in the year and stay for a few days. The cottage remodel is so well done and top grade! Loved It!
10.0 / 10.0
We have stayed here twice now. It’s the perfect place for a get away, especially in the cold months. House is spotless and kitchen well equipt. We couldn’t ask for more. Will be back.
10.0 / 10.0
This lovely cottage was immaculately clean and well presented. There were some little touches added to make it feel Christmassy as it was in between Christmas and new year. This made it feel even more homely. We visited some nearby picturesque villages and the local pub. The whole stay was top notch and would definitely recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Cottage was amazing and equipped with everything you’ll need for a wonderful stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic property, diligent hosts. Definitely recommend staying here. Tranquil location, within easy travel of all popular tourist attractions
10.0 / 10.0
So Storm Bert gave its worst but didnt ruin our stay. The bed was unbelievably comfortable, everything else was as described and we had a lovely time.
Communication with hosts was perfect and the welcome gift of cake, wine, eggs and milk were a godsend.
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed for our wedding anniversary and had an amazing break, the cottage is perfectly placed for getting to bath and there are lots of other lovely places to visit nearby too. The cottage is amazing and really quiet and relaxing
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely beautiful place to stay. Welcoming, warm and very comfortable. Brilliant location for visiting Bath and the local area
10.0 / 10.0
I booked this as a surprise for my girlfriend. I picked this cottage as it was out of the way and quiet, but not too far from places to visit.
When we arrived it was exactly as i had hoped, the cottage was spotless and perfect for both of us. It would seem I made a good choice as my girlfriend wants to go back again next summer, as do I.While we didn't get to meet Justin, he was just on the end of a text if we did need anything, but Both Justin and Phillipa had thought of everything, from a pint of milk, eggs and a lovely cake. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to get away from it all and relax for a few days.
6.0 / 10.0
This is a lovely cottage but was a little too remote for us
10.0 / 10.0
Initial impressions excellent.
We stayed for 7 days in September 2024
Probably the most comfortable bed we’ve ever slept in.
Fully equipped kitchen and large bathroom
The location is great for cycling, National Trust properties nearby
Chippenham 15 mins by car
Towns visited
Tetbury, Malmesbury, Devizes, Bradford on Avon, Salisbury, Didcott Steam Centre, Lacock Abbey ( NT)
Overall rating 10/10
10.0 / 10.0
This beautiful cottage is immaculately presented with quality fittings and excellent taste. The photos do not show just how big it really is. Fantastic bathroom and lovely modern kitchen. The hosts have thought of absolutely everything, there's even bathrobes, a torch if you need to get up in the night, plastic food boxes for picnics, garlic press, egg whisk and rubber gloves. The welcome goodies of wine, freshly baked cake and eggs were especially appreciated. The sunny patio with its beautiful trellised plant trough was a delight to sit in when we returned from our excursions each day. There's a parasol if the sun gets too hot. The bed is huge and very comfortable and has plenty of electric sockets for hairdryer, fan etc. We loved the cosy cottagey feel to the lounge area and wood is provided if you want to have a fire in cooler weather. Lots of dvds, cds,books,information leaflets and playing cards to keep you entertained. The information book provided has everything you need to know about the cottage and the area. We found it very useful.We cannot fault a thing. We have already booked for next year. Thank you.
10.0 / 10.0
Justin and Phillipa were excellent hosts and communicators. My partner and I were both incredibly busy right up until the day of our visit, so it was wonderful to receive a very detailed email of the location check-in process and local sights from them the evening before our visit. The cottage was just delightful and decorated and provisioned to the highest of standards and tastes. We completely relaxed as soon as we placed our bags down. The cottage was extremely peaceful and relaxing but with lots to see and do at a short drive away. Highly recommended for a short or long break.
10.0 / 10.0
One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in - everything you would require for your stay. The welcome pack was a lovely surprise- well situated for travelling the area - 10/10 for comfort - would book again.
10.0 / 10.0
Great cottage in the southern part of the Cotswolds. Rural location, but peaceful and idylic, and only a short drive to either Bristol or Bath. Many interesting things, towns and villages to see within an hour's drive The cottage looks nicer in person than in the pictures, and has everything needed for a great holiday.
10.0 / 10.0
Well equipped and cosy cottage in a great location in the Cotswolds .Very helpful hosts.
10.0 / 10.0
Well appointed accommodation in a quiet location convenient to many attractions in the South Cotswold area.
8.0 / 10.0
Needs better cleaning and most importantly a new mattress / bed
10.0 / 10.0
The cottage was perfect for the two of us. Enjoyed the villages, hiking, food and local sites. The hosts were wonderful. A welcome cake and bottle of wine. ❤️
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed for 2 weeks and couldn't be happier with the accommodations! Justin and Philippa's provided everything we needed for an extended stay (plus a few unexpected extras like a delicious lemon cake).
The cottage is very roomy with large bathroom & entry way separating the bedroom and kitchen/living area. The wood fireplace also provided a cozy touch for the colder nights.
Location is great for exploring the Cotswolds (car is needed though).
Highly recommend the cottage ...
10.0 / 10.0
One of the best properties I’ve ever stayed in. Beautiful area and wonderful views. Property was perfect and had everything we needed. Everywhere was spotless, we cannot fault the place. We’re already looking to come back before the end of the year.
10.0 / 10.0
Pristine cottage, beautifully modernised, with luxury bath in large wet room. Log burner with plentiful firewood and underfloor heating made for a cosy weekend break in a lovely rural area, yet only 5 minutes from the M4. Very helpful but discreet host.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely, modern and warm, everything you need from a home from home stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful cottage, great presentation, very quiet country location. Hosts are very helpful.
10.0 / 10.0
We thoroughly enjoy our stay and would recommend to friends and family for a relaxing stay plus WIltshire has a lot to offerWE would stay again
10.0 / 10.0
Dovenby cottage was the highlight of our trip around England. Justin was so warm, welcoming and helpful to us and the cottage really felt like a safe place for us to land. We immediately felt at home -- there was even tea, wine, milk, and cake waiting for us. I can't say enough good things. Thank you! And we will most definitely be back next time we are in the UK.
8.0 / 10.0
Very comfortable
8.0 / 10.0
Cosy cottage close or within driving distance to all that the area offers.
All you need for a comfortable stay...many thanks for the wine and cake.
10.0 / 10.0
Had a relaxing week at this lovely restored luxury cottage. Well equipped and clean and just perfect for a couple. Justin was very professional throughout the booking process and gave us plenty of info regarding our stay and places to visit. And thank you for the wine and cake enjoyed! Ideal base to visit the nearby lovely villages and so peaceful. Even though the owners live next door, they totally respect your privacy. Enjoyed our time here.
10.0 / 10.0
I can’t recommend this property highly enough! It has been beautifully furnished and equipped and has amazing views from the outside space and feels nice and private, though we did meet the friendly hosts too which was great. We stayed with our 3 month old and the layout worked really well. The bathroom is particularly luxurious! The hosts had included some great welcoming touches like wine in the fridge and a homemade lemon drizzle cake which was delicious. The information booklet was very useful and comprehensive. We would highly recommend and would love to stay again - a wonderful getaway.
FAQs
Is parking included with this cottage?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Beautifully converted cottage in lovely South Cotswold village. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Beautifully converted cottage in lovely South Cotswold village pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beautifully converted cottage in lovely South Cotswold village?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.
