Honeywick Cottage
Tucked away in the heart of Stow-on-the-Wold, Honeywick Cottage is a charming retreat, perfectly placed for discovering everything this historic market town has to offer. With traditional Cotswold stone and cosy interiors, this dog-friendly cottage is ideal for couples, friends, or small families looking for a relaxing Cotswold escape. The cottage garden is made for relaxing with a sundowner on the private terrace, soaking in the golden hour as you plan tomorrow’s adventures. One of the great perks of this cottage is the private parking, a rare find in the heart of central Stow. Just a short drive away, you will find the bustling streets of Bourton-on-the-Water, often described as the Venice of the Cotswolds. Also nearby are the postcard-perfect village of Lower Slaughter and the rolling countryside trails of the Cotswold Way.
Overview
Honeywick Cottage is ideally situated in the ever-popular North Cotswolds region and is an ideal base for discovering the regions best loved gems. Step outside your front door and you're moments from independent boutiques, tearooms, and some of the regions finest pubs and restaurants.
If you are looking for a relaxing break, this charming Cotswold cottage is just the place. Start the day with a stroll to a nearby bakery before easing into the morning with breakfast at the dining table, overlooking the beautiful garden views. The open plan living area is a wonderful communal space where you can spend time together no matter what your chosen activity may be. If you fancy staying in for the evening, rustle up a feast in the traditional kitchen before settling in by the crackling wood burner with a glass of wine. Two first floor bedrooms look across the garden and offer a tranquil respite with calming decor after a day strolling the streets of Stow-on-the-Wold.
Your time here will be divided between the cosy cottage and the spacious garden, both offering a perfect retreat. Unwind here enjoying a family BBQ on the terrace, reading a book in the sun, or simply watching the world go by, it's the ideal place to relax and take in the surroundings.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
Step into the welcoming entrance hall, where there's plenty of space to kick off your shoes and hang up coats and hats. A convenient cupboard also houses the washer/dryer, keeping everything neatly tucked away.
Kitchen
The delightfully compact kitchen is fully equipped with cream units and matching contemporary Smeg appliances whist enjoying pleasant views out to the garden.
Dining Area
The open plan living and dining area is a warm and inviting space, thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Set across a split level, the elevated dining area features a charming wooden table with seating for four, perfect for leisurely breakfasts or sharing your favourite meal with loved ones. A glass balustrade offers an elegant division of space while maintaining a light, open feel throughout.
Living Room
Just a few steps down, the cosy living area invites you to unwind with ample seating on the sumptuous sofas, and a welcoming wood burning stove, it provides an ideal space for curling up after a day exploring the Cotswolds. A cottage style door leads directly out to the spacious, enclosed garden.
First Floor
Bedroom One
On the first floor you'll find a beautifully appointed bedroom with a king-size bed, designed with both charm and comfort in mind. A traditional window, framed by cascading, scented wisteria, offers a tranquil outlook and bathes the room in soft, natural light. Calming earthy tones, elegant furnishings, and thoughtful details create a peaceful retreat that invites rest and relaxation.
En-Suite
This bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room, where you will find a shower, WC and basin.
Bathroom
The bathroom is located conveniently between the two bedrooms and has a bath with hand-held shower, WC and basin.
Bedroom Two
The second bedroom is a bright and stylish space, thoughtfully designed to offer both comfort and flexibility. Featuring twin beds with soft linens and elegant touches, it's ideal for children, friends, or additional guests. The room also boasts ample built-in wardrobe space, providing plenty of storage for longer stays.
Outside
The charming cottage garden offers a restful and private retreat, perfect for soaking up the Cotswold sunshine. A pleasant terrace area features an outdoor table comfortably seating four, ideal for leisurely al fresco meals. A charcoal BBQ and a chiminea invite relaxed evenings outdoors, while contemporary deck-style chairs provide the perfect spot to sit back and unwind. Beyond the terrace, a spacious, slightly sloping lawned area is fully enclosed, creating a safe and secure space for children and four-legged friends to run free and play. Thoughtfully designed with relaxation in mind, the garden also includes additional rattan seating and a separate bench, offering inviting spots for moments of calm throughout the day.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size
Bedroom Two - Twin
2 Bathrooms - 1 X En-suite Shower Room, 1 X Bathroom
Hairdryer
Fire - Logs Provided For Initial Fire 01 Oct To 31 March
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer - Compartment In Fridge
Coffee Machine - Smeg Filter And Nespresso Pod
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 4
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 25-49 Mbps
TV - Smart
Highchair
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 2 Well-behaved Dogs Welcome For An Additional Fee
Garden - Enclosed
Outdoor Dining Area
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
Parking - Private Off-road Parking For One Car And Additional Unrestricted On-road Parking
On your Doorstep
The closest general store to Honeywick Cottage is the Co-Op in The Square. The main supermarket is Tesco on the Fosse Way – less than a mile away. Stow-on-the-Wold has a farmer's market which is held at the market square on the second and last Thursday of the month (April-October) and the second Thursday of the month (November-March)
Eating Out:
- The Old Butchers, Stow-on-the-Wold - family run restaurant with a menu designed to minimise waste
- The Old Stocks, Stow-on-the-Wold - 17th century inn serving seasonal British dishes
- The Porch House, Stow-on-the-Wold - there has been an inn here since 947 and the restaurant is full of character
- The Sheep, Stow-on-the-Wold - elegant restaurant with a varied menu perfect for lunch or dinner
- The Wild Rabbit, Kingham - part of the renowned Daylseford Organic collection serving the best seasonal produce available (5 miles)
This area is famed for its walking. Smack bang in the middle of the glorious rolling Cotswold hills, keen walkers have plenty of choice when it comes to walks that lead straight from the village centre. A wonderful circular village walk, leading from the village’s centre is highly recommended and allows you to really appreciate Stow-on-the-Water’s rich heritage, taking you past key sites, buildings and monuments as you stroll. The walk is an easy 5.5km/3.75-mile circular miles-without-styles walk around the town, taking in St Edwards well, Maugersbury and the Fosse Way. Or walk a bit of the Cotswold Way which runs 100 miles from Chipping Campden via some wonderful Cotswold sites like Broadway Tower, Hailes Abbey, Sudeley Castle and Iron Age Hill Forts on Cleeve Hill above Cheltenham all the way down to Bath.
Places to Visit:
- Bourton-on-the-Water – Picturesque Cotswold village renowned for the stone bridges which crisscross the River Windrush (4 miles)
- Cotswold Farm Park – Much-loved rare breeds farm park overseen by BBC presenter Adam Henson (7 miles)
- Broadway and Broadway Tower – Beautiful Cotswold village and folly which stands stands high above on the hill offering sensational views (12 miles)
- Train - Kingham Station and Moreton-in-Marsh stations (5 miles), both with direct routes to London
- Taxis - Jays Taxis, Stow-on-the-Wold Taxi Service
Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
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- 2 well-behaved dogs are permitted at the cottage for an additional fee.
- Please be aware the dining area and sitting area are split level with four steps down and a glass balustrade.
- The Stow Horse Fair is a traditional traveller’s event which has taken place for hundreds of years. Traveller’s gather twice a year, on the closest Thursday around the 15th May and the 24th October. For several days surrounding the event, some local shops, pubs, and restaurants will be closed in the town. Please note the fair can be cancelled or rescheduled at short notice.
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Why we love this
- Dog-friendly cottage with traditional Cotswold stone, cosy interiors, two bedrooms, and a private garden terrace.
- Stay in the heart of historic Stow-on-the-Wold, with pubs, cafes, and boutiques just a short stroll away.
- Within easy reach of Bourton-on-the-Water, Lower Slaughter, and scenic countryside walking trails.
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The Location
Stow-on-the-Wold is one of the Cotswolds’ most popular, historic wool towns, full of honey-coloured buildings, cosy pubs, tiny tearooms, narrow streets, independent boutiques, art galleries and antique shops as well as an impressive choice of pubs, restaurants and cafes. This is a working market town too, so there are all the general amenity stores and services you need, including food shops, banks, a pharmacy and a Post Office. Nearby Moreton-in-Marsh (4 miles) and Kingham (5 miles) have train services to London Paddington (from 90 minutes).
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We enjoyed our time in Stow and found the home to be well suited for our needs.
Michele
Great location but tired cottage in real need of some tlc
The cottage is in a great location in Stow on the Wold with a private car parking space to the back of the property which is excellent.
The cottage also has a very well equipped kitchen with all the amenities apart from a microwave.
Other than these positive points the cottage is unclean - incredibly dusty (everywhere), dirty doormats and mold issues in the en-suite shower and inside washing machine.
Its clear the cottage has a quick surface clean but it was not cleaned properly or being maintained thoroughly for the money spent.
Guest
Comfortable but disappointing
Honeywick Cottage is located conveniently to the center of Stow on the Wold. We enjoyed the outside patio on the day it was sunny and warm. We also found the beds comfortable, the cottage clean and the kitchen well supplied. While we had a lovely stay, the cottage was disappointing in several aspects. It was quite dark and a bit down at the heel. In addition, the information provided by Bolthole was inaccurate. There was no clothes dryer - only a washer. No instructions were left for appliance operation. The garbage and recycling bins were not where it stated they were - and no instructions as to which was for trash and which for recycling or what could be recycled. Also, the faucet in the kitchen was quite loose making one fear it would fall apart at any moment. There was confusing information about who the local contact person was, as well, so that it took a couple of days to find the right person. When we did finally reach the correct contact person after losing hot water, she was responsive and came the next day.
Guest
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the cottage's convenient location, found the beds comfortable, appreciated the well-equipped kitchen and were able to enjoy the patio during your stay. We are sorry that some aspects of the property did not meet your expectations. Honeywick Cottage is a traditional Cotswold cottage and, as shown in the property's photography, offers a cosy and characterful atmosphere that appeals to many guests, although we appreciate that preferences regarding style, décor and natural light can be very personal. We would like to clarify that the property is equipped with a washer-dryer, so drying facilities are available. Guest information is also provided to assist with the operation of appliances, waste and recycling arrangements, and local contact details throughout the stay. We are pleased that when the hot water issue was reported, the local property manager responded promptly and attended the property the following day to resolve the matter. We appreciate all guest feedback and are always looking for ways to improve. Thank you again for staying at Honeywick Cottage, and we are delighted that, despite some disappointments, you were able to enjoy your time in Stow-on-the-Wold.
- Bolthole Retreats, 2nd June 2026
Honeywick Cottage
The actual door to the cottage isnt exactly easy to find, being a walk from the keybox but once we were in we found a lovely cottage in a good location for the town.
The place has character and a lovely garden area. The garden itself could do with a bit of TLC but to be fair, we were early in the season.
Kevin
good
we had a good stay at the cottage , access not brilliant down the steps and narrow walkway, some of the instructions not all that clear in the welcome folder . But in all a nice cottage to stay at we enjoyed our stay thanks
Dennis
A great stay in a fab cottage in a super location
We had a really enjoyable long weekend. Honeywick Cottage is perfectly located, just a short stroll from the centre of Stow-on-the-Wold with its shops, pubs and cafés, which made everything very easy.
The fully enclosed garden was a real highlight - great for our dog. We especially enjoyed breakfast out on the sunny patio. It wasnt quite warm enough during our stay to make use of the pizza oven or BBQ, but it was great to see everything set up and ready for the warmer months.
The kitchen was well equipped, with plenty of options for coffee lovers, which we appreciated. The Apotheke toiletries were also a lovely touch and added to the overall feel of the place.
There were just a couple of small practical points worth mentioning. We found the instructions around waste and recycling a little unclear, as they referred to crates, bins and bags outside the door which we couldnt locate. Also, it might also help future guests to know that the parking space is in front of the 'brown' garage marked with the cottage names "Honeywick Cottage" & "6 Yew Tree Cottages" - particularly as it doesn't mention the colour of the garage and also the cottage is referred to by two slightly different names.
All in all, a very comfortable and well-cared-for cottage in a great Cotswolds location. Wed happily return.
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Alexandra
Great location but tired cottage
The Cottage was hard to locate in the dark, signposts and better lighting is needed.
The Cottage was tired and in need of the paintwork repainting & the carpets need cleaning. The doormats need replacing.
Both toilet seats were loose.
There was a such an unpleasant smell in the second bedroom so we couldnt use it.
The bedding and towels had been washed in strong smelling washing powder it was quite over bearing.
The bedding and towels would be better in plain white so you can tell they are clean.
The cottage however is in a great location in Stow. It just needs some tlc.
Guest
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay at Honeywick Cottage. We appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention. The Property Manager has reviewed and taken action upon the points which were raised. Both toilet seats were repaired on the Sunday afternoon of the same weekend that the issue was reported. With regards to locating the property, two sets of solar lights have been installed to improve visibility. The area receives limited sunlight, particularly during the winter months, which has affected their performance. As the weather improves, better functionality is anticipated. Additionally, a property sign has been placed on the garage door to clearly indicate the designated parking area. A professional decorator will be attending the property to address any areas which require attention. With respect to the bedding, all linens are professionally cleaned and pressed prior to each stay. While preferences regarding patterns may vary, all bedding is presented to a high standard of cleanliness and care. Thank you again for your valuable feedback, which assists us in maintaining and improving the quality of our accommodation.
- Bolthole Retreats, 4th March 2026
Great for a long weekend.
Nice cottage in a quiet, convenient location. The home was clean, well equipped, comfortable and had off street parking. We would definitely stay again.
Christopher
Lovely cottage - could be better with a few improvements
This cottage is within a short walk of the centre of Stow and benefits from a parking place - a good advantage in Stow. We visited in January so were not able to benefit from the nice looking garden. It has a good kitchen but no microwave. The lounge and dining area is spacious and comfortable and the whole place was pleasantly warm with lots of hot water on demand. The bed was comfortable and there is one shower and a bathroom. To be critical, it would benefit from a bit of detailed attention - chipped paint, a doorknob that came off in the hand, brush for the fire that fell apart and a toilet seat that had been recently put there judging from the labels still on it but had not been properly fastened. Overall, it was pleasant and there were no real "no-nos" but we have stayed in properties with a bit better "finish" to them.
David
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and balanced review. I’m really pleased to hear you enjoyed the location, parking, and overall comfort of the cottage, and that you found it a pleasant stay. I’m very sorry about the issues you mentioned which the Property Manager has addressed with the housekeeper, who has checked all of these items carefully and fixed whatever needed to be done. Thank you again for your feedback and I hope we might have the opportunity to welcome you back to the Cotswolds.
- Bolthole Retreats, 21st January 2026
The holiday!
Thoroughly enjoyed our festive getaway. Lovely clean cottage in the perfect location. Would definitely stop again
Beth
Pre Christmas break
Lovely weekend spent in this delightful cottage lovely touches on arrival Christmas tree in the lounge wine, coffee pods and kitchen essentials all provided. Position of cottage was perfect near to all pubs shops and restaurants. Dog friendly cottage which was great for us close to fields for dog walking. Would love to return.
Helen
Beautiful Cotswold cottage
Honeywick cottage was the perfect place for our holiday in the Cotswolds (from Canada). It's location in the gorgeous little town of Stow-on-the-Wold is excellent (and the town itself is very central). The parking space at the cottage was also very easy to access, & convenient. We were able to walk to restaurants and coffee shops in town, as well as easily go on several lovely day trips. We rented the cottage at the beginning of December and so it was very cozy & comfortable to come back to the cottage after being out all day. It has a well outfitted kitchen, a cute dining room and a very pretty sitting room to relax. It was very clean, and beautifully decorated. The backyard is really nice, we didn't use it much due to the time of year, but it gave us a lovely view. This is our second time renting from Bolthole Retreats, they are great to deal with. We would absolutely recommend this cottage, and hope to get back there again some day.
Elizabeth
Good location and facilities; but issues with showers and cleanliness
Very good location and well equipped cottage. It has a nice garden with very good bbq which makes it great for a weekend with friends or family. However, the cottage was dirty and showers completely clogged.
Nicolas
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your recent stay at Honeywick Cottage. We're really pleased to hear you enjoyed the location, garden, and BBQ facilities. We're very sorry to hear about the cleanliness and shower issues you experienced, which have been taken very seriously by ourselves and the owner of the property. Since your stay, a new housekeeping team has been appointed to ensure consistently high standards are maintained.
- Bolthole Retreats, 10th October 2025
Cosy Cottage
Lovely cosy cottage, has a really nice feel too it! Great location you can walk straight into Stow-on-the-Wold and great that it has an easy access parking space! Highly recommend the little cafe called the Hive the owners are lovely! Perfect stay would come again!
Zoe
Great cottage in perfect location.
We had a lovely couple of days in Honey wick cottage. The location was great and there was more than enough room for 4 of us. The only slight downside to this cottage is that there is only one shower & it is located the en-suite bathroom. We also were not provided hand towels for the second bedroom / bathroom. We found the online instructions on which car park space was ours a bit confusing but one of the neighbours helped. However over all a great cosy cottage in a perfect location & would stay again.
Samantha
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Honeywick Cottage. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We’ve shared your valuable feedback with the property owner, who is has taken onboard your comments about adding a second shower. We've also spoken with the housekeeper, who mentioned that if you had contacted them during your stay, they would have been very happy to provide some extra hand towels for you. Your comments about the parking information have also been taken on board, and we’re looking into how we can make this clearer for future guests. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 16th September 2025
We had a wonderful stay - the cottage was clean and had all the amenities needed (the coffee machines were a nice perk!) and the beds were comfy. A great setting, easily walkable to the local shops and pub, and a short drive from other popular villages in the Cotswolds. Bolthole Retreats included lots of helpful info before and during our stay - with local recommendations and the checking and checkout process was super easy. Would definitely stay again!
Megan
Cute little cottage and great walking distance to town!
Petra
Really cosy home in a great location in Stow on the Wold.
Harry
Lovely stay and everything that we needed. You really don’t have to leave the area to have a very relaxing getaway. Would definitely go back to this beautiful little cottage.
Clare
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