Sweetslade Cottage
Rest awhile amongst the idyllic countryside of Sweetslade Cottage. This romantic, bijou escape immerses you in quintessentially Cotswold surroundings with woodland walks and meadow picnics on your doorstep. Here you can leave the car behind to head out on foot, or horseback as stabling for two horses can be arranged at the cottage. Peruse local shops in Bourton-on-the-Water or tuck into a pub lunch at Cold Aston before returning to your charmingly pint-sized cottage. Beautifully styled in contemporary country colours with unique antique furnishings, Sweetslade Cottage is ready to whisk you away to a world of relaxation.
Overview
Shut yourself away from everyday life and step into this cosy hideaway which sleeps two adults and an infant under the age of one. Sweetslade Cottage is made for taking time for yourself and relishing the glorious countryside that is all around you. Standing alongside meadows just off the Sabrina Way, the cottage nestles into its setting. With its honey-hued exterior and carefully styled interior, this is a welcoming getaway.
Filled with carefully curated furniture upcycled and reclaimed furniture, with local artists work on display, no part of Sweetslade goes unnoticed. Shutting away the outside world your comfort is a priority with exquisite linens and bedding sweeping you off to sleep. In the morning begin with a pastry or two and freshly ground coffee to start your day. If you’re a late riser there is a TV and radio for gentle background noise to ease you into wakefulness.
Follow the passing walking route and you will find your way to a wildflower meadow and lawned garden. The meadows are mown with a path through the longer grasses and flowers, lay a blanket here and lose yourself in a novel. In the adjacent field you will find loungers, the perfect setting for chilled sundowners.
Ground Floor
Bedroom Suite:
Olive green panelling is the backdrop to antique furniture from France and Belgium, a Persian rug adorns the floor and there are treasures throughout. Within this space there are dedicated areas to suit all your activities. If you must catch up on work, set yourself up at the desk. Wrap up in the armchair to read and spread out on the very comfortable bed to drift away.
Kitchenette:
The kitchenette is perfect for continental breakfasts of pastries, chilled meats and freshly squeezed juice. There is a toaster, kettle and fridge with a small freezer compartment but please note there are no cooking facilities available.
Shower Room:
After a shower in the spa-like rainfall shower, wrap up in a provided robe to sip coffee at the breakfast bar.
Outside
Take advantage of the outdoor space by taking your breakfast to the bistro set on the paved terrace or meander to the meadows to stretch your legs. One has been left to grow wildflowers while the second is lawned with loungers and a table. A charcoal BBQ is available with a charming potting shed which has been furnished with a bistro set so you can enjoy a romantic meal together. Following the Sabrina Way which passes the front door, you can reach Clapton-on-the-Hill or head to Cold Aston for a pub dinner.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size Double
1 Bathroom - En-suite Shower Room
Hairdryer
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer - Small Compartment In Fridge
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed
TV - Smart
Workspace
Baby/child Equipment Not Provided
Outdoor
Garden
Outdoor Dining Area
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
On-site Facilities - Stabling For 2 Horses Available By Prior Arrangement With Owner
Parking - Off-road Parking For 2 Cars End-to-end
On your Doorstep
Eating Out:
- The Plough, Cold Aston – village pub with good beer open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (1 mile)
- Bakery on the Water, Bourton-on-the-Water – family-run artisan bakery with savoury and sweet treats (2 miles)
- The Nuttery, Notgrove – great local café serving breakfast, brunch and Sunday roasts, with a pop-up bar on Friday evenings (3 miles)
- Kingham Plough, Kingham - great pub with good food (11 miles)
- The Hare, Milton-under-Wychwood – stylish country pub with a refined menu (12 miles)
- Dunkertons, Cheltenham – brewery come foodie hub with street food stalls serving worldwide cuisine (13 miles)
Places to Visit:
- Bourton-on-the-Water – picturesque Cotswold village renowned for the stone bridges which crisscross the River Windrush (2 miles)
- Cotswold Farm Park – much-loved rare breeds farm park overseen by BBC presenter Adam Henson (6.5 miles)
- Stow-on-the-Wold – ancient market town, which is the highest in the Cotswolds (5.5 miles)
Train - Kingham railway station (10 miles) has a frequent and direct service to London Paddington and Oxford.
Taxis - Bobby Private Hire, Jay's Taxis
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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
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- Sweetslade Cottage is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted.
- Sweetslade Cottage accepts adults and one infant under the age of 1.
- Please be aware there are no cooking facilities at Sweetslade Cottage. There is a kettle, toaster and fridge with small freezer compartment.
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Why we love this
- Located right on the renowned Sabrina Way bridleway with stabling for 2 horses on site
- Beautifully styled in contemporary country colours with unique antique furnishings
- Just 2 miles from the iconic Cotswold town of Bourton on the water
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The Location
Midway between Bourton-on-the-Water and Northleach, Sweetslade Cottage has the best of rural beauty and Cotswold hotspots within easy reach. Bourton-on-the-Water is a must see with its quaint bridges and riverside picnic spots. Head to Stow-on-the-Wold for a stroll through Cotswold stone buildings and boutique shopping, stopping for a drink at one of the fine inns. Cheltenham and Burford make for appealing days out full of history and culture and popular Cotswold Farm Park is a short drive.
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The location was just a short drive from Bourton on the Water, the cottage was modern and cosy. We got engaged on this weekend, staying here, and the host went above and beyond to help make it as special as possible. We will be coming back for years to come!
George
Amazing property, modern with a country twist with everything you could need in a great location.
Jack
Sarah, went above and beyond. Far more included than was listed. Everything we needed and very accommodating. Fully recommend the stay.
Stephen
Brilliant cottage in a great location! The cottage is immaculate and we loved all the kind extras provided. A fabulous Easter trip - thank you!
Nicola
Lovely cottage. The owner was an amazing host. Thanks. A trip to remember - the Easter we got engaged in the Cotswolds.
Ana
Lovely cottage and a beautiful place to explore.
Grahame
Perfect New Year escape! Everything was perfect! Thank you!
Georgie
Great location and thoughtful touches! Thank you!
Georgie
Great cottage in an amazing location. Thank you for the arrival drinks etc.
Willis
Great cottager in an amazing location, thank you for the arrival drinks etc. Have a wonderful New Year!
Willis
Beautiful little cottage!! Thank you for the little touches ie Xmas tree, flowers and chocs.
Tricia
Beautiful little cottage!! Thank you for the little touches i.e. xmas tree, flowers & chocs.
Peter
Lovely cosy little cottage, perfect escape & great location for exploring. Thankyou!
Nicky
It has been a fantastic weekend in your gorgeous cottage - thank you so much!
Bea
Such a beautiful cottage. We've had an amazing time! Thank you for everything.
Tommy
Amazing, immaculate accommodation in perfect location to explore the Cotswolds
Sweetslade Cottage exceeded both of our expectations. There was private parking outside the cottage, which was lit up beautifully when we arrived. We walked in to music playing in the background and were blown away by the decor and cleanliness. There were so many added extra little touches that made it stand out from anywhere we have stayed before. Neatly arranged flowers from the garden were placed on the bedside table which looked beautiful. You really can see the effort that the owners put in to make it such a memorable getaway. We liked it so much that when we arrived home we wanted to redecorate our own house, as well as buy a new mattress, as the comfort at the cottage was next level. The bed was so comfortable that we had the best nights sleep in a long time. There is also lots to explore in the local area, it is extremely close to Stow-on-the Wold and Bourton on the Water, which are both beautiful little areas to visit. Burford is also a short drive away with shops and eateries along the historic high street and art galleries to explore. You can see a lot of the Cotswolds over a short weekend and still enjoy the cottage or if you have time book even longer. The weekend was such a memorable experience for us both, which we really enjoyed. If you want a lovely relaxing weekend away to recharge and explore the Cotswolds then Sweetslade is the perfect place .
Samantha
Beautiful cottage and great hosts!
My partner and I took a short trip to the Cotswolds and stayed at Sweetslade cottage. The cottage was beautiful with everything you could need for a short break. It was beautifully decorated and had all of the luxurious home comforts together with a few very welcome treats! The host could not do more to help and provided excellent suggestions for local walks and places to eat. Highly recommend!
James
Host was lovely, She took time to make sure we checked in okay. She made an effort to put some flowers on the side of the bed what a lovely touch.
Dee
Amazing interior in a great area. So peaceful and homely . Hosts were extremely friendly and made the stay very comforting. Would 1000% recommend to anyone wanting to stay in the area.
Finley
It is such a lovely property with great proximity to some of the more central Cotswold villages. We loved the host and enjoyed the personal touches!
Mary
Excellent accommodation host very welcoming
We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a very well presented clean property with everything that we needed.
Sarah the host was very attentive and provided us with whatever we required.
Wr woukd highly recommended Sweetslade Cottage.
Martin
Loved it!
We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. It was about a 4 minute drive to the nearest town of Broughton on the Water- which was frankly the most touristy and busy town of them all. You'd definitely need a car (or hike) to get to the others. The tiny home itself was well equipped, with very thoughtful amenities including wine, coffee (including alt milk) and treats. The host was wonderfully helpful, pointing out the nearby walks and food recommendations.
All in all, we'd absolutely return to this property.
Georgia
Beautiful place!
Such a lovely little place. Right on the doorstep to Bourton on the water. The hosts were brilliant, lovely little touches. Thank you!
Megan
Lovely Cottage stay in the cotswolds
Stayed here for 2 nights. Lovely little cottage which has everything you need for a short stay in the Cotswolds. The host was amazing, providing little extras and catering to extra requests where possible. The cottage itself is super cozy, clean and comfortable. Very close to all attractions in the Cotswolds as long as you are driving. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone.
Engin
Perfect for exploring the Cotswolds
Sweetslade cottage was absolutely lovely it was clean and cosy with everything you might need
Sarah was an excellent host and we really appreciated the personal touches e.g flowers from her garden, treats etc
The location is central to all the lovely places in the Cotswolds which is really handy but you do get some traffic noise from the road behind the property (fine if you kept the windows closed)
We had a lovely week and we would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to explore the Cotswolds area.
Marie
An Unforgettable Stay at Sweetslade Cottage
Our recent stay at Sweetslade Cottage was nothing short of exceptional. Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, lying equidistant between the charming towns of Bourton-on-the-Water and Northleach, this delightful cottage exceeded all our expectations.
From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by our host Sarah, who went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Their hospitality was truly outstandingthey couldnt do more for us, making us feel incredibly at home from the get-go.
The cottage itself was immaculate, with every detail carefully thought out. It truly felt like a 5-star hotel, but with all the comfort and charm of a traditional Cotswolds home. The interiors were beautifully decorated, blending modern comforts with classic countryside charm. The bed was incredibly comfortable and every area was spotlessly clean.
One of the highlights of our stay was being able to walk to the local pubs, where we enjoyed delicious meals and the warm, friendly atmosphere typical of this region. The surrounding countryside was breathtaking, offering picturesque walks on the Sabrina Way right from the doorstep.
In short, Sweetslade Cottage was everything we could have hoped for and more. We left feeling relaxed, refreshed, and already planning our return. If youre looking for a perfect Cotswolds getaway, this is the place to stay
Geraint
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