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Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell

Cheltenham accommodation with kitchen

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A wooden table set with fruits, a glass of orange juice, and croissants in a garden with stone walls and lush greenery.
A stone building with a traditional design, featuring a prominent chimney, multiple windows, and a stone wall with a gate.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a vanity, and a stone wall.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a television, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lower Swell, Gloucestershire
  • Place, St. Edward's Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fosse Gallery Fine Art
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Blenheim Palace
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cheltenham

In Cheltenham .You'll find St. Edward's Church and Fosse Gallery Fine Art within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. Also, Old Mill is within 2 miles (3 km) and St Nicholas Church, Lower Oddington is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Edward's Church - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Fosse Gallery Fine Art - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Blenheim Palace - 54 min drive - 29.1 miles
  • University of Oxford - 56 min drive - 35.4 miles

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 16 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell at Stow - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪New England Coffee House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Porch House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Huffkins Stow - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Chip Shed - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell

Yew Tree Cottage is a gorgeous Cotswold holiday home which sleeps 6+2 guests, in three well-appointed bedrooms, with the +2 option being a double bed in the annexe, with three bathrooms. Tastefully decorated, with a calming colour palette that enhances the original features of the property, the welcoming sitting room has an open fire and leads into the impressive kitchen/diner, a great space from which to admire the generous garden full of roses, peonies and mature flower beds. What better place to enjoy a spot of al fresco dining! If that wasn't enough, Yew Tree Cottage is also dog friendly.

Accommodation
This four bedroom holiday cottage in Lower Swell is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting room
Open fire, Smart TV with apps (account holders only), two-seater sofa, three-seater sofa and selection of board games

Kitchen/dining room
French doors to the garden, central island with four bar stools, electric range oven, electric hob, fridge, freezer, wine fridge, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, iron, ironing board, toaster, Nespresso coffee machine, eight-seater dining table and log burner

Utility/cloakroom
Washing machine/tumble dryer, loo and basin

Hallway/boot room
Desk with chair

Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Super king size bed, dressing table with chair, and two chests of drawers
Dressing room with built-in wardrobes
Ensuite with walk-in shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail

First Floor

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
King size bed and built-in wardrobe

Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, built-in wardrobes, chest of drawers and wall mirror

Family bathroom
Accessed from bedroom 3 and the landing, roll top bath, walk-in shower, loo, twin basins and heated towel rail

The Finer Details
The maximum occupancy for this property is 8 adults. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 1 additional infant (aged 2 or under)
Please take consideration whilst booking as the layout, furnishings, and features of Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell are best suited to adult guests (some features could pose safety risks for infants and very young children)
Bed linen and towels are provided
Off street parking is available for up to 1 car (free on street parking can be found in laybys across the road)
Travel cots and highchairs are not provided, so guests will need to bring these with them
2 well-behaved small dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
Free WiFi
Mobile phone reception is poor
Smart TV with apps (guests to use their own login details)
Unenclosed garden
Charcoal BBQ (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Oil fired central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove and open fire
Please note there are low doorways and sloped ceilings and that there are steps into the property and throughout the garden
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property

Things to Note...
Please note that Yew Tree Cottage is best suited to peaceful, family-style stays. Please take consideration whilst booking as the property is not appropriate for parties, hen or stag groups, or events of any kind
Events are not permitted without prior consent
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, typically on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, however, we would recommend checking the exact date ahead of placing your booking. This is a traditional fair for gypsies and travelling people to meet up and trade which dates back to 1476 when its Charter was granted. Stow is very busy for a day or two before and after each fair, and a number of shops, pubs and restaurants are closed. Whilst many visitors enjoy the colour and vibrancy associated with the fairs, other visitors prefer to avoid Stow on these dates
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted

Annexe (available on request)
Located in the garden

Bedroom 4 with ensuite (Sleeps +2)
Double bed, freestanding wardrobe and dressing table with chair
Ensuite with shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail

Outside
Lawn, charcoal BBQ and outdoor table seating eight

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

642042

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell to the airport?

This cottage is 23.9 mi (46-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell to downtown Cheltenham?

This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Lower Swell.

Stunning dog friendly holiday cottage - Yew Tree Cottage, Lower Swell Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect

The cottage was as described, clean and a lovely base for our weekend celebrations. Perfect location
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Charming Cotswold stay

This was a comfortable cottage in a great peaceful location for exploring the Cotswolds. It was very well equipped and furnished to a high standard. There was a good local pub open for evening meals.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Perfect Cottage

We had a lovely stay at the cottage. We were a group of 8 with 2 dogs and there was plenty of space. The living room is bigger in real life than in the pictures and houses everyone comfortably in the evenings by the fire. Pub across the road is great and the walk to Stow takes 15-20 minutes. Will definitely be back to stay at the cottage again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michael C.

Yew Tree Cottage

Lovely cottage/house warm, plenty of hot water for showers etc. kitchen well equipped Missing: information and map on local walks. Parking on road can be a problem if neighbours take parking bays before you.As mentioned in earlier reviews cobwebs still in some rooms. Sink dirty in downstairs loo. Friendly pub just a very short walk up the road
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Value for money

Everything worked. Cottage is comfortable and clean, with largely new equipment and facilities. Would stay there again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beverley B.

Lovely house but found it a little small for 8 adults in the lounge area sleeping arrangements was r

Lovely house well equipped , bedrooms were really comfy but the lounge area was too small for 8 adults and the sofas were not very comfy. Nice quiet area and not far to stow on the wild which we did a walk to, but overall it is a nice cottage
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Yew Tree Cottage

A lovely cottage with 4 double bedrooms and everything you needed for a wonderful stay in a good location My 3 friends and I appreciated the basic groceries provided and the wood to build a real fire in the comfortable living room. We would definitely recommend this cottage
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Summer break

What a fantastic house to stop in it is the best so far . We will be coming back next year for another great holiday. It was fully equipped with every kitchen appliance. The location was perfect with Stow a mile up the road .The garden was perfect for out door eating. Would highly recommend this property.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Great Escape

Well equipped and comfortable property, worked very well for us for family get together. Extremely comfortable beds, high quality bed linen, generous utensils etc. Lounge a bit on small side for 6 but living kitchen huge.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Yew tree cottage

Had a lovely weekend. Easy paved walk into Stow ( uphill going) All rooms lovely. Golden Ball across the road. Spoke to someone about a query during our stay regarding the recycling - very helpful. Beautiful house, garden and location.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

A beautiful spacious house

This house is in a great location with lots of beautiful walks on the doorstep . Kitchen is very well appointed with everything you’d need . Slight disappointment was the level of dust and cobwebs , bins overflowing in garden and no mirror , bedside lamps or bedside tables in bedrooms . This place is beautiful but a little more attention to detail would elevate further . Communication , directions and access was easy , overall a fab stay - thank you
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay in a beautiful house

Very well appointed property. Just missing a cafetiere but otherwise had everything we wanted. Property has parking for one car with lay-by opposite but this can get very busy so need to bag a space early. Very pleasant, if uphill, walk to Stow. Overall a lovely stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Lovely Cottage in Lower Swell

This cottage is absolutely lovely — beautifully decorated to a high standard with real care and attention to detail. The whole house feels warm and welcoming, with stylish touches throughout. Everything was spotless and well looked after. You can tell the owners have put a lot of thought into making it a special place. There is a road outside, but with off-street parking available, it wasn’t a problem at all for our adult family. Highly recommend!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great weekend despite the weather!

Well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, nicely decorated and the location was ideal! Only observation were a few cobwebs up on the vaulted ceilings of the property. Couldn't find a hair dryer and this would be useful. Kitchen cupboard underlighting hanging down.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

We loved this home and found it extremely comfortable for our family. Somehow I missed the check in email - the only form of communication with the property management group. They were unreachable after 5pm and we found ourselves a bit confused. We figured it out in the end and all was smooth sailing after that. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Very disappointing break

Very disappointed with our Christmas break never book with stay Cotswold again The cottage was filthy dirty, all the bedrooms had dead wood lice all over the floors, main bathroom shower was covered in mould, all surfaces in the kitchen were dirty, fireplace hadn’t been cleaned, no wood for fire, a knife had been left outside on a rack in the garden, wine rack buzzed so had to unplug, downstairs toilet kept over flushing making a constant noise all night, the carpets were filthy covered in stains, arrived in the dark, couldn’t find where the key safe was, it was at the back of the Anex wall, very difficult to get to, no lighting. The cottage wasn’t fit for purpose. Ruined our weekend break, spoke to stay Cotswold when we returned, accused me of not telling the manager of the problem, which is a complete lie, never book with this company again