Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

Lechlade on Thames, Gloucestershire

Cotswolds Woollen Weavers6 min drive
Cotswold Wildlife Park8 min drive
Kelmscott Manor9 min drive
Birmingham (BHX)93 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

This cottage with its many original features, including beams, wooden floorboards and fireplace, has a log burning stove and is ideal for a cosy, romantic break or for those who love idyllic walks by the river.

It is a two-minute walk to the intriguing antique shops and pubs, restaurants and cafes. Visit the impressive church in the centre of Lechlade, which inspired Shelley or the ancient church in Inglesham (approximately one mile away) which features restoration by William Morris. In addition, several stunning honey-coloured stone villages and National Trust houses of note (for which the Cotswolds is so famous) are only a few minutes' drive away.

The cottage is located down a secluded path, just off a no-through road where there is free, safe parking.

Beneath the famous "Halfpenny Bridge" lies the Riverside Restaurant which is a great place to watch for water birds, have a relaxing drink or meal or hire a boat for a trip up the river.

Property manager

Julia Shirlaw

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

5% charge for a pet. Two pets max. No Large pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lechlade

Located in Lechlade, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Cotswold Wildlife Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and Cotswold Country Park and Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Crocodiles of the World and Combat Splat. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.

Lechlade on Thames, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

Cotswolds Woollen Weavers - 6 min drive
Cotswold Wildlife Park - 8 min drive
Kelmscott Manor - 9 min drive
Arlington Row - 19 min drive
Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

Shipton Station - 20 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

The George - 9 min drive
The Riverside - 4 min walk
The Trout Inn - 16 min walk
Roan's Bar - 12 min drive
The Five Alls - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, secluded, characterful cottage in the heart of Lechlade located?

This family-friendly Lechlade cottage is located on the riverfront, within a 10-minute walk of Thames River and Thames Path. Kelmscott Manor is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

3 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage close to everything you need

A tidy and well set out cottage that had everything we needed for a four night stay. Local facilities were great and Julia was a great host.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

24 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kent place lechlade

Wonderful stay, highly recommended. Little trouble finding Kent place in the dark but instructions were excellent. Thank you!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

23 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cotswold Holiday

Comfortable small, well equipped cottage in good location for walks along the Thames and within driving distance of all the attractions of the Cotswolds.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue E.

5 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and charming short break

We hadn’t come far, just from Oxfordshire but we wanted a short break which didn’t require hours of driving. Lechlade didn’t disappoint! A charming olde-worlde cottage but with all the modern amenities you could want. We appreciated the log burner as it is February. We did some fabulous walks with our little dog, including one to Kelmscott along the meandering River Thames. We ate at the New Wave fish restaurant on Saturday and highly recommend it, particularly if you’re a fish lover! Julia was helpful and swift to reply to one or two questions we had. The shower attachment over the bath didn’t bother us as we’re happy to have baths. We would love to return one day!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

9 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect

An utterly charming and well equipped little cottage in a great location. The weather was atrocious (wet and windy) during our stay but we felt so cosy and warm, with the log burner and our glasses of wine that we didn't miss going out and had a lovely post Christmas chilled stay. There is plenty on your doorstep - good pubs, 2 supermarkets, a great local butchers / deli and coffee shop. We enjoyed a walk to The Trout for a yummy lunch but we did venture further afield to Blenheim for the fabulous Christmas lights. Communication with Julia was seamless, with good local recommendations and the welcome bottle of prosecco and biscuits was so thoughtful and enjoyed. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julia Shirlaw

We have always loved Lechlade since we moved there from London just after our first daughter was born. We now live in a nearby village and we have been doing holiday lets in our little cottage for many years. We love welcoming both new and returning visitors.

Nothing gives us greater joy than reading the comments in the visitors book. We really want you to have the most relaxing and enjoyable time possible, and we very much hope you like the complimentary bottle of wine and biscuits!

Why they chose this property

The cottage provides a peaceful haven yet is a couple of minutes walk to the centre of this lovely cotswold village.
Other special locations ar within a few minutes drive: the medieval market town of Burford to name but one.
Excellent walks are available from the cottage by the river. The Thames path is readily accessible and a nature reserve nearby.