Wyck Cottage
Imagine country walks with the dogs, peaceful surroundings and scenery plucked from a painting, at Wyck Cottage this is your everyday. Its undisturbed setting of Wyck Rissington is the epitome of rural countryside with a handful of picturesque golden stone cottages scattered along its route. From your doorstep you can follow the Oxfordshire Way walking trail and explore popular Bourton-on-the Water. Returning to Wyck Cottage rest alongside the crackling open fire beneath wooden beams in this historic hideaway.
Overview
Step into historic England at Wyck Cottage in the almost untouched village of Wyck Rissington, a hidden Cotswold secret. You will be struck by the peaceful atmosphere where your daily stresses melt away and you have the freedom to spend your time at your own pace.
Wyck Cottage is the embodiment of a Cotswold escape with original features adding character throughout. A large inglenook of exposed stone, wooden beams, and a quirky layout born from the cottage’s history create a cosy nook, ideal for a digital detox and making the most of time with friends and family. The home was once two cottages, and you can see part of its history in the old hinges at the front where past noblemen would store their carriages. Each bedroom has an en-suite and the living areas lend themselves to long conversations and family meals.
Find hidden secrets in the garden as you follow the path to an area left to grow naturally tucked behind a gated fence. Welcoming rewilding, there is a small pond where local wildlife can make its home. The dogs will love playing on the lawn and there are opportunities to dine or simply embrace your surroundings while sipping a cup of tea.
Ground Floor
Living Room
Your introduction to Wyck Cottage is the traditional living room. With flagstone flooring, exposed Cotswold stone and wooden beams it is a warm and inviting space. Lighting the open fire in its large inglenook surround you are wrapped in this cosy atmosphere, resting on the window seat to look across the quiet cottage garden.
Dining Room
Make the most of mealtimes by gathering the family for uninterrupted time together. Seating four you can serve breakfast through to dinner while talking about your plans for the next day. The original features continue here with a large central wooden beam and a decorative woodburner within a stone surround.
Kitchen
While preparing meals in the classic country kitchen, gaze across the garden watching the birds flit between the trees. You will find everything you need with the pantry providing extra storage for any necessities you can’t leave behind. From here, step out to the garden to enjoy breakfast al fresco while you wait for the rest of the family to rise.
First Floor
As Wyck Cottage was once two properties, there are two sets of stairs up to the first floor which separates the bedrooms.
Bedroom Two
An impressive A-frame roof of exposed wooden beams sits high above this spacious twin room with the finish of a traditional black and white building. The chimney from the fire below is a feature of this room as the Cotswold stone adds interest.
En-Suite
The quirky layout has created a split en-suite with the WC and sink at one side of the chimney and the shower to the other.
Bedroom One
With four walls of Cotswold stone and a beamed ceiling, the master bedroom is a cosy hideaway. Peaceful surroundings and a comfortable double bed ensure a great night’s sleep.
Second Floor
En-Suite
Tucked away beneath the eaves, the en-suite to bedroom one has a sumptuous freestanding bath where you can soak away your worries. It is a wonderfully private spot where you can shut the world away and enjoy a moment to yourself.
Outside
Beginning from the terrace beside the kitchen you can enjoy the serenity of your cottage garden. Flowing into a lawn which leads down to a fenced section where nature has been left to its own devices it is a lovely spot to feel the spark of joy spending time outside brings.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - Double
Bedroom Two - Twin
2 Bathrooms - Both En-suite, One With Shower, One With Bath And Hand-held Shower
Hairdryer
Fire - Logs Provided For Initial Fire 01 October To 31 March
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 4
Washing Machine
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 1-11 Mbps
TV - Freeview
DVD Player
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Stair Gates - To Bedroom Two
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 2 Well-behaved Dogs Welcome For An Additional Fee
Garden - Enclosed With Gated Access To Pond, Children And Pets To Be Supervised
Outdoor Dining Area - Seats 4
No BBQ Available
Parking - On-street Parking
On your Doorstep
Bourton-on-the-Water (3 miles) has a range of boutique shops, bakeries and coffee shops along its pretty streets. Nearby Stow-on-the-Wold (4 miles) is a historic wool town with cosy pubs, tiny tearooms, independent shops, art galleries and antique shops. Just beyond Stow-on-the-Wold, Daylesford Organic (7 miles) is a fabulous shopping destination with a farm shop and delicatessen, homewares and beautiful gifts. The Cotswold Outpost (7 miles) serves a breakfast and lunch menu, alongside a deli, fresh produce and locally handmade items.
Cafes, pubs, and restaurants:
- The Rose Tree, Bourton on the Water – riverside restaurant in a grade II listed cottage (3 miles)
- The Old Stocks Inn, Stow-on-the-Wold – welcoming bar and restaurant with charming terrace (4 miles)
- The Plough Inn, Cold Aston – village pub with food beer and food. Advance booking is recommended (5 miles)
Walks:
Passing through Wyck Rissington, you can pick up a number of walking routes. The Oxfordshire Way runs through the village and following this to the West you will 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 (3 miles)
- Stow-on-the-Wold – ancient market town, which is the highest in the Cotswolds (4 miles)
- Chipping Norton – thriving market town in the north Cotswolds (12 miles)
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.
- 2 well-behaved dogs are permitted at the cottage for an additional fee.
- Wyck Cottage has a number of low beams and steep, narrow stairs, in particular up to the second floor en-suite, please mind your heads and be aware that this cottage may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
- Please be aware of the pond that is accessed through the gate at the entrance to the wild nature garden and always supervise children and pets.
- While WiFi is available at Wyck Cottage, please be aware that the speed is intermittent and mobile phone signal is limited.
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Why we love this
- Historic Cotswold hideaway with cosy living spaces, wooden beams, and a crackling open fire.
- Bring your dogs for country walks along the Oxfordshire Way and through Wyck Rissington.
- Peaceful village setting close to Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, and Burford.
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The Location
Sitting just outside well-known Bouton-on-the-Water, this village is a quintessentially untouched part of the Cotswolds. Beautiful cottages line the street as walking trails criss-cross the area. Despite its small size there is a wealth of history here, from the old cart pool where wheels were dipped to cool them down, the Victorian drinking fountain, to St Lawrence Church, where Gustav Holst composed “In the Bleak Midwinter”. The organ that he used is still in use here! This Cotswold gem of a village is in a fantastic location for exploring the surrounding Cotswolds with Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford both just a short drive away.
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Birthday weekend
Overall a very nice part of the world and a charming property. It worked well as a quiet base while in the Cotswolds. Family loved it. Only negative if you can view it as a negative is the tight access to the upper bathroom or the shower room. If you have mobility issues, not the best. For everyone else, part of the charm of a lovely cottage that youre more than willing to ignore. Would recommend.
Peter
Our stay at Wyck cottage was just magical. Beautiful locale in the Cotswolds - easy travel to all the spots. We will be back!
Steve
The most gorgeous cottage with beautiful garden and great location. Very clean, spacious but cosy, gorgeous fire place and decor.
Taylor
Felt like fairytale
We recently stayed at Wyck Cottage with our family (2 adults & 2 kids) and had a wonderful experience. The place truly felt like something out of a fairytale beautiful, peaceful, and full of charm.
It was very spacious, spotlessly clean, and well-equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The amenities were excellent, and everything was thoughtfully prepared.
The service team were responsive, helpful, and easy to communicate with throughout our stay, which made the experience even smoother.
We genuinely enjoyed our time there and would definitely recommend it to others.
Hatim
Great Cotswold cottage
We stayed in this cottage for the entire month of December. It is centrally located in the Cotswolds, which makes it a great base for day trips. The cottage was clean and well equipped. We had a great day and would return if our travel takes us back to the area.
Jeff
Lovely & cosy, thank you for having us!
Patrick
Half a Jeye's cloth generously left by the kitchen sink!
I feel it essential to warn those considering renting this cottage that access to the third floor bathroom is only manageable by the young & fittest of renters!! 3D video artistically avoids, stair to ceiling view & measurement, as it similarly avoids showing the minute corner basin in the second toilet; this space is poorly lit & does not have a shaving point! Do remember to bring hand towels for the 4 hol-residents as only one is left by each toilet. No downstairs Loo! Beds are comfy. Logs are only for initial fire lighting; we've been told "..logs are provided for the initial fire only.."! Cooking utensils okayish but only one frypan 30cms! Do check drawers in the kitchen for the 1 spare dustbin bag, a couple of spare tea towels, No laundry powder/ fluid, Finally lighting is very poor in the living room & only one small spot light in each of the bedrooms with side lights on each side of he bed. Single arm chair & 1 settee & pouffee for 'comfortable' sitting & a small, oldish TV for general viewing. WiFi is good/adequate, as is TV reception. Garden table & 4 chairs are fragile & old. Very disappointed with our stay; we expected much better standard considering price!
Martin
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are naturally disappointed to read your comments, as they do not reflect the experience we strive to provide or the feedback we typically receive for Wyck Cottage. The property listing clearly states that Wyck Cottage features low beams and steep, narrow stairs, particularly leading to the second-floor en-suite. These details are highlighted to help guests assess suitability before booking. The size and layout of the en-suite basin and bathrooms are also accurately represented in the listing photos, and the 3D tour provided. We can also confirm that the cottage is supplied with logs for the initial fire only, as stated in the listing, and hand towels are provided per bathroom.
- Bolthole Retreats, 20th October 2025
Absolutely beautiful cottage, very spacious and very cosy. Ideal for getting around the Cotswolds and beautiful garden.
Kelly
Perfect stay in wonderful location
Charming house in amazing location in the Cotswolds. Will definitely be back for another stay soon! The house was exactly what we needed for our family trip.
Guest
A beautiful, old cottage in a stunning location. Ideal for hikes in nature, even directly from the cottage. With a very beautiful garden where our dog and we felt very comfortable. The rooms are lovingly furnished. There is a wonderful bathtub in the attic. For shopping, there are supermarkets in Bourton and Stow within 8 minutes. It was a wonderful holiday in this beautiful place.
Matthias
Lovely quiet place with beautiful walks nearby
Loved our stay here, very comfortable and pretty home with historic charm. Quiet village with lovely walks nearby.
Lindsey
A very lovely cottage and very comfortable
Our impression as soon as we walked in, and looked around was that it is a very lovely cottage. It's size belies the impression from the outside.
The lounge is very cosy, with a sofa and armchair which are both very comfortable. It is well lit with the lights on.
The dining room is a very handy distance between the lounge and the kitchen.
The main bedroom has a super large, spacious bed which I was happy to stay in when I awoke. So comfortable. The main bathroom is upstairs in the roof, accessed via a smaller staircase. The only point is that the roof closes down the room you have on the stairs so it's a little more difficult to access, but once you've done it a couple of times you can navigate it easily enough.
The other bedroom has two single beds which again are very comfortable and the en-suite toilet and shower was just right.
As a location it isn't far from Bourton-On-The-Water, which is a beautiful place to visit.
I loved it and would have no problem staying here again.
Colin
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Wyck Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. With your comments, about the room on the stairs, we have a 3D tour available on our website, which shows the height above. Also under the points of note section, we state "Wyck Cottage has a number of low beams and steep, narrow stairs, in particular up to the second floor en-suite, please mind your heads". We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 8th April 2025
Lovely original cottage
Real original cottage in a beautiful Cotswold's village. Location is close to all major villages in the Cotswold's. Highly recommended.
Nick
Charming stay at Wyck Cottage
My daughter and I had a wonderful stay at Wyck Cottage in the Cotswolds. The cottage was beautiful, cosy, full of charm and set in a picturesque quaint village, it was the perfect blend of traditional character and modern comfort.
The location was ideal and close to everything you would want to explore in the Cotswolds from scenic walks to local pubs and shops.
Whether you are looking for a romantic break or a peaceful countryside break Wyck Cottage is a fantastic choice.
We will definitely be back soon.
Karen
My daughter and I had a wonderful stay at Wyck Cottage in the Cotswolds. The cottage was beautiful, cosy, full of charm and set in a picturesque quaint village, it was the perfect blend of traditional character and modern comfort. The location was ideal and close to everything you would want to explore in the Cotswolds from scenic walks to local pubs and shops. Whether you are looking for a romantic break or a peaceful countryside break Wyck Cottage is a fantastic choice. We will definitely be back soon.
Karen
It was perfect for what I was after, a remote cottage in an isolated beautiful village within close enough proximity to visit surrounding towns and villages. Cosy accommodation and surrounded by great countryside walks!
James
Lovely cosy cottage in a beautiful village. Great place to fully switch off and enjoy the countryside!
Ellie
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