Press
Bolthole Retreats can be found in several sources in the press – from glossy magazines and traveller Instagram posts, to various news outlets. To learn more about the company, the holiday homes we represent, or the holiday you’ve yet to experience, please see our media coverage below.
If you would like to speak to us about a potential feature, please contact marketing@boltholeretreats.co.uk
March 2024
Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards
Bolthole Retreats have been shortlisted in the Unique Stay of the Year category in the 2024 Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards.
December 2023
Bolthole Retreats is quoted in the feature UK literary festivals and book fairs in 2024
November 2023
Cotswold Style Awards
Armada Cottage is nominated for Stay of the Year in the 2023 Cotswold Style Awards. Voting is now open
October 2023
SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards
The Small Business of the Year Award was presented to Bolthole Retreats at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023
GloucestershireLive Business Awards
Bolthole Retreats won the Growth Award at the 25th anniversary GloucestershireLive Business Awards at Cheltenham Racecourse, hosted by Iwan Thomas MBE
September 2023
Bolthole Retreats revealed as a finalist for three awards at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023 – Growth Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year and the Customer Excellence Award
Forsythia Cottage included in the where to stay section of Things to do in Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds: A local’s guide
Digital creator Ketevan Hamblin stayed at Teagles Cottage
August 2023
Outbak Shepherds Hut included in Glamping in the Cotswolds: 8 of the Best Spots by travel blogger What Laura Did Next
Our Stratford Literary Festival Experience included in 19 of the best UK literary festivals and book fairs by The Week
LUXlife Resorts & Retreats Awards
Bolthole Retreats announced as Best Holiday Cottage Rental Agency 2023 – South West England. See the Awards page for more details
West Barn Cottage included as one of 10 Dog Friendly Cottages for a Breathtaking Cotswold Getaway
July 2023
GloucestershireLive Business Awards
Bolthole Retreats is a finalist for Small Business of the Year and the Growth Award at this year’s GloucestershireLive Business Awards. See the Awards page for more details
Bolthole Retreats attended the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards shortlisted businesses event at StillMoving Media. We are on the shortlist for three awards this year including Growth Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year and the Customer Excellence Award
Managing Director Rebekah England was interviewed on The JVS Show about whether more people are choosing to holiday in the UK this year and the trend for hiring large properties to get everyone together
Photographer Daniel Casson visited the Cotswolds and stayed at 27 Horsefair
June 2023
Bolthole Retreats is nominated for Best Company for UK Holiday Home Rentals at the British Travel Awards 2023, which is voted by the public
Managing Director Rebekah England was interviewed by Mark Cummings about Bolthole Retreats celebrating its best May on record
SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards
Bolthole Retreats has been shortlisted for three awards at this year’s SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards – Growth Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year and the Customer Excellence Award. See the Awards page for more details
Model Portia Freeman stayed at Green Farm House
May 2023
Rose Cottage in Bretforton included in the travel feature 50 of Britain’s best holiday cottages
Central England Prestige Awards
Bolthole Retreats was the winner of Holiday Rental Agency of the Year 2022/23 at the Central England Prestige Awards. See the Awards page for more information
Christie’s Cabin and Outbak Shepherds Hut feature in 10 Shepherds Huts in the Cotswolds
Managing Director Rebekah England was one of the guests on the Breakfast Show discussing the rise in popularity of multi-generational holidays
April 2023
An article Introducing Bolthole Retreats has a spotlight on the News page of the Giffords Circus website, featuring Rose Cottage, Rodborough, Monument Cottage, Sudeley Castle Cottages, Merchant House, Hawthorn Cottage, Lake Cottage and Mayfly Lodge
Bolthole Retreats included in the feature 50 Gloucestershire businesses with impressive employee growth
March 2023
The Orangery on the Euridge Manor Estate included in a feature about The most spectacular homes to rent in the Cotswolds
Leonard Stanley House, Landers, Field View, 27 Horsefair, Granary at Hunt Court, George III at Sudeley Castle, 2 Manor Lodge Cottages, Woodfields, Tiesel Cottage and Old Manse feature in 10 dog-friendly holiday cottages for exploring the Cotswolds
Our Visitor’s Guide to Stratford-upon-Avon features in The UK’s top literary destinations for book lovers
February 2023
Outbak Shepherds Hut and Castle Gatehouse included in 14 romantic things to do in the Cotswolds for couples
Influencer Lauren McDermott stayed at Merchant House
January 2023
Our Visitor’s Guide to Stratford-upon-Avon features in A Weekend in Stratford-upon-Avon: travel guide, attractions and things to do
Our blog about the Best places to visit in the Cotswolds in winter included in an article about Picturesque UK breaks to take this winter
December 2022
Bolthole Retreats features in the Where to Stay section of the Pretty as a Picture feature about the North Cotswolds
Our dog-friendly cottages included as one of the wonderful ways to spoil your dog in Gloucestershire
November 2022
Bolthole Retreats celebrates its best year in 2022
Business & Innovation Magazine
Bolthole Retreats toasts a successful year
Staycations are booming – Bolthole Retreats toasts successful year
October 2022
Managing Director Rebekah England explains why it pays to use a specialist to let your Cotswold holiday home
August 2022
Our Designer Retreats take centre stage in an article about the Cotswolds’ ultimate holiday rentals
Apple Store Cottage included in a feature of 20 of Britain’s loveliest holiday cottages for couples
July 2022
Bolthole Retreats awarded Superhost status
Announced as a finalist for Micro Business of the Year at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022
Castle Gatehouse is showcased as one of the properties offering a quirky and unique stay in the Cotswolds
June 2022
Bolthole Retreats wins the Best Holiday Cottage Rental Agency award from LUXLife Magazine
Bolthole Retreats answers to the travel chaos at airports by showcasing a demand for more holiday cottages as guests look to holiday closer to home
May 2022
Bolthole Retreats celebrates expansion, having settled into new offices
April 2022
Bolthole Retreats reached the final shortlist for the Best Leisure Property Management Company 2022
Bolthole Retreats awarded Superhost status
Bolthole Retreats featured in Events and PR for being a finalist in the Town & County Business Champion Awards
March 2022
Bolthole Retreats comments on how the past year has brought new levels of success, relocating to new offices as part of a five-year growth plan
Bolthole Retreats announces a 60% increase in staff, relocating to new offices
Bolthole Retreats sees a dramatic rise in new staff and relocates from St George’s Road in Cheltenham to Lypiatt Road
New Church Cottage featured in the recent tourist board trip to Tetbury as a dog-friendly accommodation provider
Town & County Business Championship
Bolthole Retreats named as a finalist in the Town & County Business Champion Awards 2022
February 2022
Bolthole Retreats was in the hotlist for 10 dog-friendly cottages in the Cotswolds, featuring: Grindstone Mill, Norton Grounds Farm, Monument Cottage, The Gallery at King John’s Barn, Barebones Farm, Suncroft, New Church Cottage, Lily Cottage, Little Coach House and Yew Tree Cottage.
January 2022
Bolthole Retreats featured in The Guardian’s Travel Guide, being the top stylish Cotswold holiday provider. Apple Store Cottage and Dovecote headlined the piece
Bellhouse featured in The Telegraph’s article about hidden places to stay near filming locations, particularly Woodchester Mansion which stood in for Gordonstoun School in The Crown’s first series
Bolthole Retreats awarded Superhost status for the fifth year in a row
Bolthole Retreats was the winner of the Regional Holiday Home Rental Agency of the Year Award (2021/22), by the Prestige Awards. See our Awards page for more information
December 2021
Tom’s Barn, Monument Cottage, Middle Barn, Lovell Cottage, Lily Cottage and Corn Close featured on Cotswold Pure Botanicals blog as one of the top cosy cottages
Dog-fluencer Roo the Cocker visited Monument Cottage and the Cotswolds
October 2021
Castle Gatehouse featured in 19 incredible castles to stay in the UK
September 2021
Spinner’s Cottage, Castle Gatehouse and the Bothy featured as one of the most gorgeous Cotswold properties for 2022
Crave Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
Westerleigh Cottage included in the travel feature – Incredible cottages for Autumn breaks
Bolthole Retreats awarded Superhost status
July 2021
Managing Director Rebekah England speaks from personal experience on how you can sell or purchase a property directly, sidestepping estate agents
Grindstone Mill listed as one of the top dreamy cottage rentals in the English countryside
March 2021
Bolthole Retreats awarded Premier Host by Vrbo
February 2021
Avon Farm Cottages featured as one of the filming locations for drama McDonald & Dodds
January 2021
Special feature on Brown’s Cottage and the interior designer, Jo Shore
Bolthole Retreats awarded Superhost status for the fourth year in a row
Bolthole Retreats received awards in the Traveller Review Awards 2021
November 2020
Sudeley Castle Gatehouse and Kingfisher Cottage awarded Trip Advisor’s Traveller’s Choice Award 2020
Beautiful artwork of Old Fox Cottage commissioned
October 2020
Brock Cottage named as one of the top luxe English country cottages to stay in
