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Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell

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Garage and parking
Rear Garden
Kitchen
Dining Area 1

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Lower Swell
  • The Model Village
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Cotswold Farm Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Brize Norton (BZZ-RAF Brize Norton)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell

Caffreys Cottage is a beautiful Grade 2 Listed Cotswold stone property converted from it's origin as a barn within the last 15 years. The cottage is laid out over two floors with a separate former water Tower providing additional accommodation and has small enclosed gardens to the front and rear. The cottage is located in the peaceful village of Lower Swell, close to the famous market town of Stow-on-the-Wold and with many beautiful walks including the Heart of England Way available straight from the front door.
The village has a traditional Cotswold pub and is surrounded by stunning countryside. Numerous other renowned pubs and restaurants are within only a few minutes drive and the village is well placed for visiting the many beautiful towns and villages of the Cotswolds, as well as further afield places , such as Blenheim Palace, Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford
Being a former Barn, the Cottage benefits from many character features and the ground floor area is laid out to open plan , combining with very high ceilings and giving a spacious and airy feel.
Complementing the character of the cottage are modern facilities including wireless internet access, SkyTelevision and a well presented Kitchen area.
Caffreys Cottage sleeps a maximum of six people, in three bedrooms with three bathrooms. There is off street parking to the rear of the property, with additional on road parking available to the front. The Cottage is perfect for friends, families or couples seeking a peaceful break in stunning surroundings.
Description
Caffreys Cottage sits on a quiet country lane with the door to the rear accessed through the gated rear garden. The door opens into a useful porch area, which then leads through glass double doors to the kitchen and open plan living area featuring high beamed ceilings and exposed stone walls to the entrances. The Kitchen area contains a double oven electric cooker, four ring electric hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster. The dining area has a wooden dining table with seating for six and the living area features comfy twin sofas, Television and a DVD player. There is a ground floor shower room containing shower, toilet and wash basin.
Two separate staircases lead to the two main bedrooms which are serviced by a 'Jack & Jill' bathroom containing bath with handheld shower attachment, toilet and washbasin. Bedroom 1 has a twin roof window looking out to the rear aspect and fields beyond, contains a King size bed and features exposed beams. Bedroom 2 contains King/twin beds to suit and has a frontal aspect from the roof window to the Tower and the Lane.
The converted WaterTower provides further accommodation. The front door of the tower opens into a hallway, off which is the ground floor shower room. Stairs featuring an exposed stone wall lead up from the hallway to bedroom 3 which contains twin beds and twin roof windows.
The gardens to the front and rear of the cottage are partially laid to lawn and there is a small patio area to both with an outdoor table and chairs and charcoal barbeque stored in the single garage.

Property manager

Mike Newton
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
One small dog allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no smoking

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this cottage is in a rural area. Fosse Gallery Fine Art and Cotswold Motoring Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and Birdland Park and Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Prescott Shooting School or Prescott Speed Hill Climb. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Map
Lower Swell

What's nearby

  • Old Mill - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Model Village - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Cotswold Motoring Museum - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Batsford Arboretum - 14 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 13 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheep - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Willow - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bell at Stow - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Listed Country Cottage in the picturesque village of Lower Swell located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Old Mill, St. Edward's Church and Fosse Gallery Fine Art. Sezincote House & Garden and Birdland Park and Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cotswolds Christmas
Delighted with our stay. Our host had gone to a lot of trouble decorating for Christmas. The place was warm on arrival making it feel very welcoming. It was clean, comfortable, quiet and had everything we needed. We had a wonderful Christmas at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cotswolds for four
Four adults for four nights. This property met our expectations, was neatly furnished with comfortable bedding. Set in a small and quiet location with easy access to the other many wonderful and quaint villages this area has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Village Experience
The cottage is beautiful and spacious. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking and a large Tesco is about 8 minutes away. The beds are incredibly comfortable, a rarity in a rental property! The location is central to so many amazing sights. Excellent stay in the Cotswolds!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need in a perfect location
Mike’s place was in a perfect location and was extremely comfortable and well equipped. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely Stay
We very much enjoyed everything about our stay. The cottage was lovely and the village very quiet and relaxing. We were fortunate to find this place last minute when another booking fell through due to flooding. We would absolutely stay again. The only negative was the spider webs. There were quite a lot of them in harder to reach places and I killed 4-5 spiders while we were there. These don't bother me but my children are not as calm about insects. I would recommend the cleaning folks focus more on ensuring those are addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay in the Cotswolds!
Mike was very great in hosting us, and the home is amazing! It had all the amenities that you'd look for, and the location was superb. We really loved that it was super ready for us to just enjoy as a home base as we explored the Cotswolds. The only things I can say about the home that could be improved is that just like all other Cotswolds homes (if you've never been) there is always the bug or two that you see. Especially in the water tower. And the heating was a little tricky to figure out, but if you're used to the UK appliances, you'll probably have a better time with it. But overall, an excellent stay and highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, charming, clean, and convenient!
We LOVED staying here! What a beautiful cottage and neat property with the back garden and water tower suite. It was THE PERFECT location for exploring the Cotswolds. We found it very close to all the major things we had hoped to see, driving around was a breeze. The host was very nice to work with, and very helpful in all instructions. After a few days in a tiny flat in London this was so nice to have all the room this cottage provided to spread out and relax. The neighborhood (I guess you’d call it) was pretty, quiet, and safe. It was nicely decorated, and easy to accommodate a larger family. The beds were very comfortable and I thought the landscaping was beautiful and picturesque. I wish we could have stayed and enjoyed it longer but we will definitely remember this property and hope to stay here again should we be lucky enough to visit the Cotswolds again. It was everything I had hoped to find for my dream cottage in the Cotswolds stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in quiet village
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre T.

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Heavenly stay
We stayed for four days as a family group. New grandparents, parents and baby. Everyone enjoyed their stay. Quite village but close to Stow and other much busier places. Cottage was amazing and the best equipped place i have ever stayed. Beds very comfortable house lovely so well maintained. Loved our stay. Many thanks. A travel cot would have been a bonus
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valérie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super ruhigen Cottage, tolle Lage für viele Ausflüge
We spent a great week in the cottage. Mike was easily reachable, the cottage has all comfort needed, the village pub offers great food and there is only a 30 minutes walk to stow. Great spot to visit the Cotswolds!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillayne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!!
Absolutely amazing!! Had a wonderful time at this gorgeous property. Perfect location to explore the Cotswolds!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Easter holiday at the cotswolds
Good location with lots of activities for children
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Dr Lynne M.

Liked: Communication, location
Cotswolda
Good value for money. Would sleep 6 but better 3 or 4 adults and 1 or 2 children. The water tower has no storage or space except for the 2 small beds. The dining rooms chairs should be replaced. They will break soon.Kitchen is extremely well set up. Very impressed with that.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family
The cottage was lovely and spacious but the only thing that let it down in our opinion was the water tower was shown to look as if it was larger but it was very small but apart from that it was lovely Lovely walks and lovely pub
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sephora C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
The cottage is beautiful, since we stayed during a heatwave the amount of bugs was a bit too high but this has nothing to do with the property. We struggled to keep the rear doors open because of this. Very well located and the towns which we wanted to visit were all a few miles away by car.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family of five
Main house was lovely and spacious but water tower was a little cramped. The property was in a great location to visit the other Cotswolds villages and it was very nice to be able to relax in the two patio ares.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johannes W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family
This cottage is a great place to stay for a family. The house is fully equipped . Everything you need is available. The living room is spacious and de bedrooms and beds are comfortable, although the rooms might get warm to sleep in when the weather is hot (which was not the case during our stay). Nice garden on both sides of the house and a parking spot in front of the garage. We stayed for three weeks and took walks (don't forget to pick up the fresh milk from the farm nearby) and visited various places in the Cotswolds. We would love to come back.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

margaret m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful cottage
The location suited our requirements, a quiet village within easy driving distances to numerous villages/towns in the Cotswolds. The cottage interior is lovely, high class comfortable furniture and supplied with everything you could possibly need for a short holiday and most importantly perfectly clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cotswolds
Perfect location for exploring the Cotswolds Cottage was amazing and had everything we could possibly need.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty cottage in great location
Spent a few days in the beautiful area expiring the Cotswolds with family . Lovely spacious barn conversion perfect for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Carole & Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice but tired needs some TLC
Although the house was very well equipped and the bedding was great quality, on arrival there was bread, milk, biscuits and bottle of wine for one, we found a number of things wrong, generally the house needed updating and painting, the garden at the back was not fully enclosed, the gaps between the metal fencing was wide, a small/medium dog could get through, so we could not leave our dog outside on his own, the covering on the kitchen units was coming off, there was no free cabinet space for food supplies, garden furniture was very shoddy, it was hot but no parasol provided for shade, we asked for one to be supplied, but the owner said although he was aware there wasn’t one he couldn’t supply one as he didn’t live near, no offer to have one delivered, which he could have done via Amazon that would have been very much appreciated. We paid a lot of money for a 5days stay, which we feel was a lot only to have these issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in gorgeous area of England
Gorgeous, light and airy property with high quality equipment/fittings. Beautiful garden, delightful village, well located to visit the surrounding towns. Host was exceptionally responsive to requests for help and couldn’t have been nicer! Loved our stay in Lower Swell.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
exceptional amenities
Wonderful cottage with exceptional amenities from bedrooms, bathrooms, well stocked kitchen, spacious living areas to outdoor patios both front and back. Only negative was that both buildings needed a good dusting due to multiple cobwebs and small spiders in all rooms, corners, inside window ledges both indoor and outdoor. Large bees were seen going into holes of outside back wall of main cottage. Thank you for supplying washer and dryer with laundry soap and drying racks. Even though our whole family got sick with bad upper respiratory infections, we still had a lovely time exploring the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

K L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Time
This property fully met our expectations. The host, Mike was very responsive. The home was clean, roomy, well located. We were hoping for a quiet respite in the middle of our busy trip itinerary and this was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike Newton

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I live near Ashbourne in Derbyshire, the so called "Gateway to the Peaks" but I have always loved travelling to the Cotswolds for long weekend breaks and holidays. I felt the time was right back in 2016 to purchase my own country bolthole in the area and be able to explore even more of this beautiful part of the country.

Why they chose this property

From the moment I first walked into Caffreys Cottage, I immediately felt at home and the feeling of space generated by the open plan ground floor was inherent from that moment. The Cottage has the benefit of all modern facilities but also has the character features that I was looking for.

What makes this property unique

I believe that the Cottage is a real home from home, is bright and airy in the summer but also cosy and snug in the colder months. Furnished beautifully, comfort has not been compromised and the location is perfect to take full advantage of all that the Cotswolds has to offer.

Languages:

English

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