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Bothy at Arlington

Arlington, Bibury

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
No Pets
Local Pub
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This beautiful one-bedroom, 17th century bothy, originally built to house cattle and a herdsman, has been lovingly converted by the current owners into a luxurious and romantic bolthole for two. Soft furnishings and warm colours create an elegant retreat with contemporary artwork dotted throughout.

The Bothy sits in the grounds of Arlington House, in the heart of the Cotswolds, and includes many extra welcoming touches that will delight you and make your stay that little bit special. It’s only a minute’s walk from a local pub with a roaring log fire and garden, and is based in Bibury – one of the most photographed sites in England, famed for Arlington Row.
                                               
Full Description

As you pull through the wrought iron gates and up the driveway of Arlington House, a stone’s throw from the popular village of Bibury, you’ll see the Bothy straight ahead. At first view the Bothy seems like an unimposing Cotswold stone barn. However, the moment you open the front door you’ll immediately realise you have chosen a luxurious and perfectly proportioned Cotswold bolthole for two.

This old stone bothy was originally used for cattle over the centuries and has recently been converted. It now offers a light, bright and stylish accommodation for two. Downstairs is an open plan, elegant sitting room with a well-equipped corner kitchen.
A spiral, contemporary staircase leads upstairs to a beautiful bedroom with an en-suite shower room. Outside, you are provided with a garden bench at the Bothy’s front door, where you can sit and enjoy a peaceful beginning or end to your day in the Cotswolds.

Ground Floor

Living-Dining-Kitchen Area:
Step through the Bothy’s front door into the delightful, elegantly furnished, open plan living area, with polished limestone floor tiles, a comfy sofa, and smart TV. A perfectly equipped corner kitchen, with a fridge, toaster, kettle, gas hob, and oven, is at the far end of the room, while a bistro table is provided for guests to dine at, with a window seat providing one of the seats. (Trays are provided should you wish to eat sitting on the sofa.) A fabulous, antique wall-sized mirror reflects light into the room, making this open-plan living area beautifully bright.

A narrow, contemporary spiral staircase winds upstairs to:

First Floor

Bedroom:
Simple elegance best describes the Bothy’s luxury ensuite bedroom, with its vaulted and exposed beams, grey and white colour scheme and combination of antique and contemporary furniture. The room is furnished with a king-size bed, reading lamp, a wardrobe and drawer, a small sofa, luggage rack and full-length mirror. A hair dryer, iron and ironing board are also provided for guests.

The door in the bedroom that leads to external stairs was originally used by the herdsman who lived above his cattle. The morning sun streams through the door’s window, which can be enjoyed while lying in bed, but curtains are provided should you prefer to keep the light out for a lie in! (This door should only be used in case of fire. Please leave the keys in the door at all times.)

Bathroom:
The elegant ensuite bathroom has a large walk-in shower, with handheld and overhead showerheads, a contemporary wash basin, a dual flush W.C. and a tall heated towel rail. All towels, shampoo and soap are provided for guests.

Outside

The Bothy has a delightful, dedicated seating area to the side of the cottage, with a bistro table and chairs. Guests access the property using the owners’ private driveway. A parking space for one car is located to the front of the Bothy.
Full List of Facilities

Indoor

  • Bedroom One - King-size
  • 1 Bathroom - En-suite with shower, sink and WC
  • Hairdryer
  • Oven
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Fridge
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining table - Seats 2
  • Iron
  • WiFi *Please note that speeds are for guidance only and are not guaranteed
  • TV - Smart TV (online viewing only)

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Parking - Off-road parking for 1 car
On your Doorstep
Supermarkets and Shopping:

The closest supermarkets are in Cirencester (7 miles) where you will find a choice of national and independent stores. For large food shops, there is a Tesco Extra, Waitrose, Lidl Cirencester, ALDI and an M&S Simply Food.

Eating Out:
  • The Swan (320 metres)
  • The Catherine Wheel (480 metres)
  • The Village Pub (2.8 miles)
Walks:

In addition to having the walks of the Cotswold Way on its doorstep, there are many self-guided walks to enjoy in and around Cirencester. For history buffs, try The Whereat Trail, an easy-to-follow route from the Corinium Museum to the Roman Amphitheatre with interesting historical facts dotted along the way. For those after a slightly longer route, the field and woodland walk from Cecily Hill to Peddington Polo Ground is a great choice. Covering 4 miles in total, this circular walk starts from the top of Cecily Hill, taking you through parkland and across the River Churn before heading through rolling fields and woodland to Peddington Polo Ground. Another great option is the Riverside Walk from West Market Place in the town centre; a gentle 2.5-mile stroll along the riverbank, taking in the Abbey Grounds, Roman Wall and an early 16th-Century mill house.

Places to Visit:
  • Bibury Trout Farm (320 metres)
  • Cirencester (7.3 miles)
  • Cotswold Water Park (12.5 miles)
Travel:
  • Train - Kemble Station (14 miles) and Swindon (17 miles) both have regular services into London Paddington
  • Taxis - Cirencester Radio Cars, Tony's Taxi Kemble, Kemble Station Taxis, Hills South Cerney Cabs, Station Taxis
There is so much to explore and experience when visiting the Cotswolds, why not have a look at some of our favourite Bolthole Retreats Experiences
Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 15:00 and a check-out time of 11:00.
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  • Parking: One marked parking space.
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Reviews

Charming town and location. The Bothy was a lovely getaway. The perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. We really appreciated the little details our host put into making us feel at home.

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Jason
| 10/11/2024

An amazing little cottage to stay in and right in Bibury, the most lovely country village. The owners were so very friendly and helpful with tips on where to go to visit, eat, shop etc. We definitely want to go back again and stay here.

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Signes
| 08/10/2024

Fantastic location. Bibury is simply beautiful. Enjoyed mainly in the morning and evening. During the daytime, full of day trippers. We have enjoyed our stay at Bothy. Michelle is a super host - very responsive to our text and gave local recommendations which were excellent. The walk from Bibury to Coln St Aldwyns and lunch at the new Inn at St Aldwyns was one of the highlights of our trip. We also drove to a few other Cotswold towns and villages - Broadway, Snowshill, Stow-on-the-Wold and Cirencester. All in all, it was a great trip for us.

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Showkat
| 28/08/2024

Everything is lovely and comfortable. It's so quiet and clean. I enjoyed cooking in the nice kitchen. The location is perfect! The staff were so kind.

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Etsuko
| 02/07/2024

The location was excellent for our weekend plans which involved hiking locally and wanting to be in close proximity to meeting others at a local campsite. The access and parking were great and all the instructions were clear and the set up was just what we needed! Milk, biscuits to have with tea/coffee were provided which was a nice touch (and some wine!). The spaces are really well decorated and very tasteful, with clever space saving ideas to make a compact little duplex very comfortable and homely! All contact with hosts was excellent and they were so helpful with any questions and recommendations. We would definitely stay here again!

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Laura
| 28/06/2024

In a great location.

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Colin
| 04/06/2024

The perfect English Countryside location and precise info.

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Maria
| 17/05/2024

Bothy House was delightful. It was a charming cottage, made very welcoming with wines and chocolate. Everything was just that bit better than normal. The bed linen was lovely. The towels were good quality. The location was perfect. The décor was cute.

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Kathy
| 08/05/2024

Very nice cottage, in a good location to explore the Cotswolds. Walks on the doorstep and a couple of pubs too. We had a great time.

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Matt
| 03/05/2024

We were attending a wedding in Bibury, it was ideally located, equipped and presented for our purpose.

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David
| 08/03/2024

Location

Arlington was first mentioned in the Domesday Book (1086) and was for centuries a village known for cloth making. Arlington village and Bibury village sit side-by-side, separated by the River Coln, a tributary of the River Thames. The village’s honey-coloured cottages are what many visitors regard as quintessential Cotswold, with many visitors making a beeline to the famous Arlington Row cottages, once depicted on the inside cover of every UK passport, and just a minute’s walk from the Bothy.

Arlington was also the ancestral birthplace of John Custis II, who emigrated to the Colony of Virginia and named his Virginian mansion "Arlington" after the village. Arlington Mansion was abandoned, but the name was used again by his great-great-grandson, George Washington Parke Custis (the grandson of Martha Washington and step-grandson and adopted son of George Washington, the first President of the United States), as the name for Arlington Estate on the south shore of the Potomac River near what is now Washington, D.C. Today it is known as Arlington National Cemetery. The 19th-century artist and craftsman William Morris called Bibury "the most beautiful village in England" – he probably meant Arlington too!