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Oldbury Barn

Cowley

Sleeps 8 + 3
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
No Pets
Local Pub
WIFI
100-199 Mbps
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Set between the charming towns of Cheltenham and Cirencester, Oldbury Barn is a beautifully converted barn surrounded by sweeping countryside views. At the heart of the barn is a bright, open-plan living area with exposed wooden beams and wide French doors that flood the space with light and frame idyllic rural views. It’s the ideal retreat for families and friends. Outside, a large lawned garden offers something for everyone. An inviting terrace for al fresco dining, a BBQ for long summer lunches, and enough garden space to keep little ones happy. And, while Oldbury Barn feels blissfully off the beaten track, it’s perfectly placed for exploring the Cotswolds. Spend days discovering nearby market towns, countryside walks, and family attractions, then return for dinner at a cosy country pub just a short drive away.
Full Description

Perched just outside the pretty village of Elkstone, high in the hills above the Cotswolds, Oldbury Barn is a handsome Cotswold stone retreat wrapped in rolling valley views. With footpaths leading straight from the garden into open countryside, this is a stay that truly immerses you in nature.

Inside, a spacious open-plan living area forms the heart of the home, where soaring ceilings, exposed beams, and a wood-burning stove create warmth and charm in equal measure. French doors and wide windows invite the outside in, opening onto the garden. A sociable kitchen, generous dining space, and inviting seating area make it ideal for gathering with loved ones. With two en-suite bedrooms on the ground floor, it's a perfect choice for multi-generational getaways. Full of character and colour, it’s a place where you can truly settle in and feel at home.

The garden is a joy for families. There’s a lawn for games, and a terrace where grown-ups can unwind with a glass of wine and a view. Fire up the BBQ and linger over long lunches while the countryside stretches out before you. At the front, a gravelled driveway offers ample space for up to six cars making it ideal for group stays or family reunions.

Ground Floor


Entrance Hall/Cloakroom:
When you first step into Oldbury Barn you can take off your coats and shoes to be stored in the entrance hall. There is a handy cloakroom here as well with a WC and sink.

Kitchen/Dining/Living Room:
The heart of this beautiful home is its breathtaking open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area, stretching the full length of the barn. Showcasing striking, elevated beams, an elegant arched window with a built-in seat, and a glowing woodburner, this is where you'll naturally gather and linger the longest.

The kitchen is perfectly designed for sociable cooking and relaxed entertaining. A large island provides ample prep space and a breakfast bar for morning coffees or evening chats. You’ll find a Rangemaster oven and hob and all the glassware, crockery, and bakeware you could need for a fully self-catered stay. French doors open directly onto the patio, ideal for seamless al fresco dining and summer evenings under the stars.

At the centre of the space sits a sleek oak dining table that extends to comfortably seat everyone. Positioned beside the elegant arched window, it offers lovely views of the garden while you dine. Nearby, a long sideboard holds a Sonos speaker and a selection of family games, adding to the warm, welcoming vibe.

At the far end, the living space invites you to unwind. Two generous three-seater sofas and a cosy armchair are perfectly placed around the impressive inglenook fireplace, where a large woodburner sets the scene for fireside evenings, board games, or simply curling up with a good book.



Bedroom One:
This beautiful, spacious, apple-green en-suite bedroom is striking, yet cool and calming. Two large arched French windows overlook the front of the barn and the side garden. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed with bedside tables and reading lights, a dressing table with a mirror, an armchair, and a large corner wardrobe with hanging space and shelves.

En-suite:
The bright and light bathroom features a full-size bath, with central taps and hand-held shower, a sink and WC.

Bedroom Two:
The dark grey-blue walls of this en-suite bedroom add great drama to this inviting bedroom, with its arched French window opening out to the front of the barn. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed with bedside tables and reading lights, a chest of drawers with tri-mirror, a shoe rack, and hooks on the back of the door to hang clothes.

En-suite:
The ceiling of the en-suite sweeps to the full height of the barn making this a stunning shower room with a large walk-in shower, washbasin with vanity unit, mirror and shaver point, a WC, and a heated towel rail.

First Floor


Bedroom Three:
This family bedroom has two standard double beds. Each bed has a bedside table and lamp and the room has a small armchair and hooks for hanging clothes. The bright and inviting room has two floor-level windows and a Velux window.

Bedroom Four:
At the opposite end of the barn, this bedroom has a double bed and a single sofa bed. The room is furnished with children in mind, with a play mat, floor cushion, and toy storage box serving as a chest of drawers. However, adult guests will also enjoy this room and the great view from the double bed through the floor-level window out across the surrounding countryside. Hooks on the back of the door provide a hanging place for clothes. The two floor-level windows and Velux make this another sunny and bright bedroom.

Bathroom:
The spacious bathroom has a bath with a shower over, a washbasin with a hand-built vanity unit and mirror, with lots of storage space, and a WC.

Utility Room:
The barn has a handy utility room, with an washing machine and dryer, iron/ironing board with plenty of space to do the ironing, a fan and a clothes airer.

Outside


When the sun shines, Oldbury Barn’s outdoor spaces truly come to life. To one side, a generous lawn invites games and lazy afternoons, while to the rear, a spacious lawn and stone terrace spill out from the kitchen and dining area - perfectly placed for outdoor living. Here you’ll find a comfortable outdoor sofa, a parasol for shade, and a large dining table with seating for ten, ideal for long, alfresco lunches. A charcoal BBQ adds to the laid-back charm, while little ones can make the most of playing in the large garden. At the front, a wide gravelled circular drive provides parking for up to six cars, with secure double gates offering peace of mind for families with children. Set high on one of the Cotswolds’ most elevated spots, Oldbury Barn enjoys uninterrupted, panoramic views from every corner of the garden: there’s rolling countryside as far as the eye can see.

Full List of Facilities

Indoor

  • Bedroom One - King-size
  • Bedroom Two - King-size
  • Bedroom Three - Double (with sofa bed on request)
  • Bedroom Four - 2 double beds
  • 3 Bathrooms - 1 en-suite bathroom, 1 ensuite shower room, 1 family bathroom, 1 W.C.
  • Hairdryer - 1
  • Fire - Logs are provided for an initial fire (1st October - 31st March)
  • Portable fans
  • Oven
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Wine fridge
  • Coffee machine - Moccamaster filter bean to cup
  • Dishwasher
  • Dining table - Seats 11
  • Washing machine
  • Tumble dryer
  • Iron
  • WiFi *Please note that speeds are for guidance only and are not guaranteed - 100-199 Mbps
  • TV
  • Travel cot (cot linen not provided) - 1
  • Highchair - 1
  • Stair gates
  • Sound system - Sonos

Outdoor

  • Garden - Not fully enclosed
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ - Please provide your own charcoal
  • On-site facilities
  • Parking - Off-road parking for 6 cars
On your Doorstep
Supermarkets and Shopping:

The nearest general store (1.8 miles) is Colesbourne Stores, Filling Station and Post Office, selling a range of essentials and locally produced meats, produce and bread. The nearest large supermarkets are in Cheltenham (7 miles), Cirencester (8 miles) and Gloucester (10 miles). Elkstone Studios (3 miles) is home to Jesse Smith butchers, Knead bakery, the Tipsy Baker Bar and a collection of stores. A farmers’ market is also held every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, an amazing opportunity to peruse the offerings of local producers. The Green Dragon Inn Pub Shop in Cockleford provides a wide selection of meats, milk, and organic fruit and vegetables, as well as delicious olive oil, pasta and ice cream.

Eating Out:
  • The Green Dragon (1.4 miles)
  • Colesbourne Inn (3.7 miles)
  • The Ivy (7 miles)
Walks:

Oldbury Barn is right at the heart of great walking country. A 4.5-mile moderate walk takes you from the Barn to Cowley, through the woods, along the River Churn and back again. Time it right and you can stop for lunch at the Green Dragon pub in Cowley.

Places to Visit:
  • C-Side Spa (2 miles)
  • Great Witcombe Roman Villa (7 miles)
  • Prinknash Abbey (8 miles)
Travel:
  • Train - Kemble (12 miles)
  • Taxis - A2B Taxis, Cirencester Taxi, Siren Cars Cirencester, T4 Taxis
There is so much to discover in 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.
  • It is the policy of this property not to take bookings for groups where the majority of guests are under the age of 25, or single-sex group celebrations, including stag/hen parties. This property is ideal for family groups.
  • This property accepts a maximum of 8 adults.
  • Oldbury Barn is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted.
  • The mezzanine balcony has a lower than average bannister, children should be supervised.

Reviews

Brilliant stay for all of us, just what we wanted and immaculate. Even better than the pictures! Definitely worth recommending this property as it has everything and more!

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Josh
| 05/09/2025

We spent three nights at Oldbury Barn - was a beautiful property. Well located for local attractions and activities, the property was beautifully decorated and spotless. We were a family group of ten - two families with young teenage children and an elderly couple. The property had 4 large bedrooms, huge bathrooms (2 en suite) and plenty of communal living space. The outside space had stunning views and was very well maintained, with plenty of wood provided for the fire pit. It was extremely clean throughout and the customer service was excellent. I would highly recommend this property to friends and family.

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Neel
| 21/08/2025

Oldbury Barn is superb in almost every way! We booked here for our wedding in Cirencester and it was close enough yet rural enough to make it absolutely perfect for our accommodation requirements. The property is stunning, and the views heading out over the hills is just beautiful. The bridal party stayed here on the first night, with all the hair & make up suppliers attending in the morning to get the girls ready. On wedding night, the groom and groomsmen then joined and it was just perfect for us.The property is absolutely perfect, and we would not hesitate to stay here again. All in all a simply wonderful property, in a wonderful setting, with a wonderful layout too. One of the best!

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Jack
| 09/08/2025

We loved the barn, beautiful location and great facilities. Perfect for our weekend away!

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Anna
| 27/06/2025

The property is beautiful and had everything we needed for a wonderful holiday, including a lovely Christmas tree! The kitchen is fully equipped and includes 2 refrigerators which came in handy. If you are looking for a peaceful setting that is convenient to many villages and local attractions, stay here.

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Carol
| 22/12/2024

Beautiful views, the Christmas tree was a nice touch. Would be excellent for families.

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Jenni
| 13/12/2024

Oldbury Barn is in a lovely location in the countryside with great views.The house was nicely presented and lovely and clean. Plenty of pots, pans, mugs (!) utensils etc for a large family group. The open plan nature of the kitchen/diner/lounge is great for a multi generational family gathering like ours, as you are always all together in one huge room.

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Peter
| 13/09/2024

Location

The hamlet of Elkstone was first mentioned in the Domesday Book (1086) and is one of the highest settlements in the Cotswolds, affording it breath-taking views of the surrounding countryside and valleys. Lying halfway between Cirencester and Cheltenham, just off the A417, the village is the perfect location to explore both of these Cotswolds’ towns, and the villages and places of interest in between. At the heart of the village is the 12th Century church of St John the Evangelist, which towers over the surrounding countryside at 1,000ft above sea level.

 
 
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