Arlington House
The charm of Arlington House lies in its warm, welcoming atmosphere, which instantly puts you at ease and makes you feel right at home. With its generous rooms, beautiful gardens, and ample space for gatherings, Arlington House is the perfect bolthole for families and friends. Whether you're enjoying quality time together in this stunning setting, exploring the Cotswolds from dawn till dusk, or celebrating a special birthday with the house as your backdrop, it effortlessly accommodates all your plans and occasions.
Overview
Grand elegance welcomes you at Arlington House as you pass through the iron gates. A glorious expanse of lawn and pretty wildflowers lead you to the Cotswold stone entrance of this fine house where you are whisked away to a world of quintessential village life.
Each room is bathed in light and have fabulous views to the garden making this a peaceful and comfortable place to spend time. Gathering with friends and family there is more than enough space for meals together which can be served through the fun kitchen hatch to the dining room, or al fresco in the perfectly manicured gardens. Sink into comfort putting your feet up for a film night and get the board games out for competitions long into the evening beside the fire. If you need a moment for yourself, take a bubble bath or escape to a quiet corner of the snug with one of the many novels to be found.
Outside, the manicured gardens are a display of love with carefully cared for flowering borders and an enviable lawn. Everything has been thought of with comfortable seating for the morning papers with a cup of coffee and a dining table for more refined meals. Take the dogs for walks along the River Eye which runs peacefully through the village and dine at the exquisite Slaughters Country Inn just around the corner. All you need is here, and the exceptional Cotswold locations of Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold are your neighbours.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
Stepping into the entrance hall at Arlington House you are taken by the size of the space. It leads off around you to the rest of the house and has space to sit while waiting for everybody to be ready to head out for the day.
Living Room
This fantastic living room looks across the garden through large, stone windows which add a sense of grandeur to this room. Light the fire on cooler evenings and gather around to reminisce and share stories.
Dining Room
Each room at Arlington House is generous, and the dining room comfortably seats six for relaxed or more refined dining. Open the little hatch to keep the chef company as you set the table for the feast of local produce which is being prepared in the kitchen.
Kitchen
The kitchen has everything you will need, from a coffee machine for your favourite morning blend to a dishwasher to making the clear up easier after a family meal. It is a quaint, farmhouse style kitchen which opens to the garden and rear terrace making it easy to serve meals outdoors.
Snug
The snug is a glorious spot to curl up with a good book, there are several to choose from if you’ve forgotten your own. While away the hours here, slipping outside to enjoy the view every now and then.
Cloakroom
A very handy addition, the cloakroom is perfect for a quick freshen up after a walk.
First Floor
Bedroom One
Overlooking the garden, you can swing open the windows in the morning to be greeted with fresh air and birdsong. This bedroom has a king-size bed and is furnished with pieces of antique furniture.
Bedroom Two
This bright king-size bedroom is a charming place to spend a morning lie in reading the papers or planning for the day ahead.
Bedroom Three
The final bedroom is a twin room, perfect for younger guests there is space to play and it sits between the two double bedrooms.
Bathroom
Take time out for a bubble bath in the elegant slipper bath with the windows open so the sounds of the garden can drift in. After a walk you can have a quick rinse off in the shower or get ready for an evening meal.
Outside
Spending time in the garden at Arlington House is a delight. The large lawns are made for children and dogs to play or you could host your own picnic. Serve meals at the table and put your feet up on the sofa as you chat with friends. The pond adds interest but make sure children and pets are supervised.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size
Bedroom Two - King-size
Bedroom Three - Twin
1 Bathroom - With Bath And Shower
Hairdryer
Fire
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Coffee Machine - Bosch
Dishwasher
Dining Table - 6
Washing Machine
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 25-49 Mbps
TV - Access To Freesat And Firestick
Baby/child Equipment Not Provided
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 1 Well-behaved Dog Welcome For An Additional Fee
Garden - Enclosed Front And Rear Garden With Uncovered Pond
Outdoor Dining Area
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
Parking - Off-street Parking For 3 Cars
On your Doorstep
The closest supermarkets are in Stow-on-the-Wold (3 miles) including Tesco and a small M&S. Lower Slaughter is a picturesque Cotswold village which has remained relatively unspoilt by modern life. There are no shops in the village however Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold offer a wonderful selection of bakeries, butchers and delis. Bourton-on-the-Water has a number of independent boutiques including Cotswold Perfumery, The Cotswold Pottery, and a number of gift shops. Stow-on-the-Wold offers a host of antique shops, independent stores and beautiful homeware stores. You will also find The Cotswold Farm here, a café and deli selling fresh produce.
Eating Out:
- The Slaughters Manor House – the perfect location for any event be it afternoon tea, evening meals or just a casual drink in a beautiful setting (2-min walk)
- The Slaughters Country Inn – an elegant dining room and bar where you can also have afternoon tea on the terrace (4-min walk)
- The Old Stocks Inn, Stow-on-the-Wold – Welcoming bar and restaurant with charming terrace (3 miles)
Walks: There are many walks which run through Lower Slaughter, and it is a short walk to visit nearby Upper Slaughter. The Wardens Way is an 8-mile route which runs from Winchcombe in the north to Naunton in the south, following this route you can reach Bourton-on-the-Water.
Places to Visit:
- Bourton-on-the-Water – picturesque Cotswold village renowned for the stone bridges which crisscross the River Windrush (2 miles)
- Stow-on-the-Wold – ancient market town, which is the highest in the Cotswolds (3 miles)
- Burford – bustling Cotswold town with and iconic high street (11 miles)
- Chipping Norton – thriving market town in the north Cotswolds (12 miles)
Travel:
Train - Kingham (8 miles) and Moreton-in-Marsh (7.5 miles) have regular services from London Paddington. Cheltenham Spa (21 miles) has services from the South West, Midlands and north of England.
Taxis - Bourton-on-the-Water Private Hire, Call Bobby Private Hire.
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Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
- Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.
- One well-behaved dog is welcome at the cottage for an additional fee.
- Please be aware of the uncovered pond in the garden, children and dogs must be supervised at all times.
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Why we love this
- Warm, welcoming family retreat with spacious rooms and beautiful gardens.
- Perfect for gatherings, special celebrations, or simply relaxing in style.
- Nestled in the picture-perfect Slaughters, with riverside walks and easy access to Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, and Cirencester.
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The Location
The Slaughters are two picturesque villages full of unique character and stunning architecture. Joined by the River Eye, Upper and Lower Slaughter are a short walk apart and create a romantic setting for breaks away. In Lower Slaughter is the much-photographed Ford Bridge which crosses the river in front of a row of Cotswold stone cottages. In the village is the Church of Saint Mary, a Village Hall and two restaurants set in beautiful buildings. You might find you don’t want to leave this idyllic location, but you can easily reach Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water and even Cirencester and Cheltenham in around 30 minutes.
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Tolles Haus mit großem Garten in ruhiger Lage
Gemütliches, grosses Haus mit tollem ummauerten Garten in ruhiger Lage!
Gute Lage, um die Cotswolds zu erkunden!
Wir sind zum zweiten mal da gewesen und kommen gern wieder!
Ulrike
Your place is very nice. The kitchen and living room are both very large and suitable for group activities. The yard and lawn outside are both very beautiful. Especially the big tree at the entrance, which is very impressive. It was very enjoyable to have tea and chat on the lawn in the afternoon. We were very satisfied with our stay. Thank you
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Andrew
We loved this stay in the Cotswolds - the location could not have been better. The house was quite well appointed and the garden was lovely. Would definitely come back.
Betsy-Ann
Excellent experience
Tatsuya
review of holiday at Arlington house
as outlined the property is large both internally and externally and would be ideal for a summer holiday for a large family
facilities within the property are good with no issues to report
the one issue we had was that on arrival Saturday afternoon the property was very cold which aligned with the heating set up which wasn't going to get the temperature up to an acceptable level for mid March - having adjusted that it took until Monday morning to get to a satisfactory solution which based on the cost for the week was disappointing.
Guest
We had a fantastic stay at Arlington House, the location is superb being a short 20 min walk into Bourton-on-the-Water. The house is amazing and full of character and was a substantial size for our family of four plus one dog. The area of Lower Slaughter is beautiful and a great base to explore.
Simon
Beautiful accommodation, very spacious, clean and tidy. Fire was a nice addition. Lovely garden which was well kept. Very close to Slaughters Manor House and local pub.
Buddy
Lovely house, great location
We stayed for Christmas and the house was perfect, plenty of space and had most things we needed.
The garden was amazing for our dog and secure.
The only little niggle (which wasnt really a problem) was that the double bedroom to the right of the house seems to have a problem with ladybugs coming in through the window frames. Other than that we cant fault this house at all.
Leanne
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Arlington House. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your feedback regarding the ladybugs has been shared with the property owner, who is looking into this. Unfortunately, these are more common in the countryside and in older properties. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 3rd January 2026
Beautiful house in a stunning location
The house was beautiful and spacious, beds very comfortable and loved the electric blankets. Plentiful off road parking and great base for exploring the Cotswolds. We had a very nice lunch at the local pub, food delicious.the gardens and outside areas were fabulous but obviously better in the summer time. We would definitely return if in the Cotswolds again.
Linda
Was absolutely blown away by the property. Beautiful house in the most gorgeous location. The house was so well equipped had all the creature comforts needed and to top it off a lovely pub not even 5 minute walk, Perfect!!!
Eugene
Absolutely remarkable property in the centre of beautiful Lower Slaughter. Significant size rooms with separate dining room. Tons of outdoor space and plenty of parking room too. High recommended for groups of friends or family.
Matthew
What a beautiful village. The property is perfectly located within easy reach of pub and wonderful walks. The property was spacious, and grandson and dog loved the garden. We will definitely return.
Hazel
What a stunning property. The house was spacious and clean, with comfortable furniture and beds, and a great coffee maker. We really enjoyed the proximity to Lower and Upper Slaughter, as well as to Bourton. Such a great place to stay, we would love to stay here again.
Geneva
Great weekend with family in a great house and great location.
Rob
Relaxing stay in the Cotswolds
My family and I had a most pleasant stay at the Arlington House. Upon our arrival, a nice bouquet of flowers along with tea, milk and sugar were waiting in the kitchen. The house is beautiful with nice furnishings and has a lovely garden where our two smaller ones aged 8 & 11 had a lot of fun running around. The bedrooms are large with comfortable beds. I would recommend it to anyone visiting the Cotswolds.
Marylin
An absolutely beautiful place, with a lovely garden, in the most picturesque village. The house was lovely, the beds were super comfortable, garden is immaculate and huge, the kitchen was well appointed and fitted with quality appliances (a sure sign of a well looked after property) and the location is just phenomenal. You're in one of the prettiest villages in the UK, probably the world, and a short walk from several others. You can certainly see why tourists flock from all over the globe to see these places. We loved every moment of our short holiday here, and wouldn't hesitate in booking to stay again.
Liam
Beautiful house in an idyllic village.
We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house. The village is one of the nicest we have ever seen and well located to explore the cotswolds. The house itself is very well equipped, clean and has loads of space. Perfect in every way !
Brendan
We had a lovely family getaway at the house. The house is spacious and provided a cosy retreat for a weekend away. The instructions were comprehensive and we found everything we needed. Hawkstone Brewery is a short walk and worth a visit, we also walked into Bourton on the Water easily from the house. We would stay again for a family trip!
Kathryn
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