The Lodge

4.7★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

97 Customer Review(s)

Barrie
June 2023

“A very well equipped beautiful cottage.”

Had a lovely time. A few teething problems which were solved promptly. The garden was ideal and safe for the dog Thank you for an enjoyable holiday.

Had a lovely time. A few teething problems which were solved promptly. The garden was ideal and safe for the dog Thank you for an enjoyable holiday.

- Barrie, June 2023

So pleased that you (as well as the dog) enjoyed your stay at the cottage! Thanks for your positive review. Best wishes, Owners Property Owner
Michael June 2023

“Kitchen infested with ants, especially worktops and food bin.”

Kitchen units needed wiping. Dog hair on sofas. Kitchen utensil provision erratic and outdated e.g. 4 frying pans but no pyrex dishes. Beds too low. No TV i-players. Couldn't find any information on local food outlets. Parking awkward as monopolised by nearby pub crowd. Broken light bulb in garden room standard lamp. Have Sykes inspected this property recently - we pay enough in management fees? Overall, poor value compared with other holiday rentals we have stayed in.

- Michael, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback, we are sorry you didn’t make us aware of these issues on your arrival or during your stay as we would have rectified them immediately. Again had we been made aware of any cleanliness issues we would have sent a housekeeper out to rectify immediately. The ant infestation is something that the owners have not experienced in the twenty years they have owned the property, had we been made aware by yourselves , someone would have been sent to rectify. The Pyrex dishes should have been located in the bottom of the corner cupboard, however kitchen items can be moved around by other guests. Parking is unrestricted in the village so whilst we appreciate this can present a problem, especially in warm weather when the New Inn attracts more visitors than usual, spaces can usually be found within a short walking distance. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Sanne May 2023

“We had a lovely stay, the cottage was comfortable and we felt right at home.”

For us the heating didn’t need to be so high. Hopefully we’ll be back another time, to enjoy the cottage and the Cotswolds some more.

- Sanne, May 2023

Thanks for your comments. We’re very pleased you had an enjoyable stay and hope we can welcome you back again in future. All wall mounted radiators, with the exception of the towel radiator in the upstairs bathroom, can be individually adjusted or turned off depending on preference. Our apologies if any of them had been inadvertently left on a higher setting during your stay. Property Owner
Nicola May 2023

“We had a wonderful stay at The Lodge with our dogs, it is as picture perfect as advertised.”

The Lodge has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay and the owners go above and beyond to ensure that, for example with the added extras that you may forget to pack such as dishwasher tablets, tea towels, well stocked cupboards with tea, coffee, sweeteners etc, hand-wash etc. The Lodge has a wonderful garden room where you can watch an abundance of birds both large and small, we refilled the bird feeder with seed as they get through that quite quickly, if you like to watch the birds would recommend perhaps taking some to fill this up to keep them coming back. The New Inn is wonderful, its definitely worth a visit, the food is amazing and just a minutes walk away. Would love to visit again but seems dates aren't available for next year as yet, the cottage and the village are idyllic.

- Nicola, May 2023

We’re delighted that you had an enjoyable stay at the cottage. The New Inn does prove very popular with guests, and you probably found the friendly village community shop and cafe (run by volunteers) very convenient as well. Thank you for commenting on the apparent lack of availability next year, as this was actually due to an oversight on our part. The cottage has since been released for 2024 booking and the website updated accordingly. Bird watching can be an enjoyable pastime at the cottage, but the feeder does get depleted fairly quickly, despite its large size, so we’re very grateful to you for replenishing it! We always take our binoculars when we visit, so try and remember to take yours if you do decide to stay again. Best wishes, Tudor & Linda (owners) Property Owner
Joanna April 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay at The Lodge.”

The cottage was very comfortable with everything that we needed. The location couldn’t have been better. Very handy to have The New Inn just a short walk away with their lovely food and the country walks from your doorstep were so picturesque. The circular walk to Bibury is a lovely one. Really enjoyed our stay and couldn’t recommend highly enough.

- Joanna, April 2023

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are so pleased you were comfortable and enjoyed the food at the local pub and the pretty walks. We hope to welcome you back again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Joyce April 2023

“The Lodge was very comfortable.”

Home from home for the week. The only comment I would make is that if there had been four of us staying I think that it would have been cramped around the kitchen table at meal times.

- Joyce, April 2023

Thanks for your feedback. We’re very pleased you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. The kitchen table is a farmhouse table, quite large (0.8m x 1.8m) and solid, but not so heavy that it cannot be moved away from the wall to seat four (or more) people around it. Property Owner
Donna April 2023

“We had a comfortable and very peaceful stay at The Lodge.”

Ideally situated for beautiful walks with the dogs in a quiet setting. The local pub and shop a bonus. The cottage is warm and very well resourced. Cooking facilitates the best I have experienced- a home from home.

- Donna, April 2023

Thanks very much for your positive comments, much appreciated. Property Owner
David March 2023

“Cottage was very comfortable, the only issue was the dining space - I think I would have given up one of the lounges as a dining area.”

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- David, March 2023

Thanks for your feedback, very pleased you found the cottage comfortable. Sorry you took issue with the available dining space, it’s the first time this has ever been mentioned in feedback. Having two lounges available, both with TV’s, has proved popular with guests (especially families with children) so we don’t wish to lose that feature of the cottage. Property Owner
Melissa February 2023

“Fantastic cottage.”

We had an amazing few days away thank you

- Melissa, February 2023

Thank you for your feedback. So glad to hear you had an enjoyable stay. We’d love to welcome you back again! Property Owner
Kerrie December 2022

“Very nice property which is ideal location for walks, lovely little village with a friendly local pub and shop.”

Property is quite spacious and cosy and nice that has two Bathrooms. Has most things needed for your stay and nice touches to be left milk and biscuits with also plenty of washing/ dishwasher tablets etc. Only slightly negative I could say was found quite a lot of cutlery and items dirty in the cupboards and just feels slightly cluttered with things on windows etc, which this does not show in the photos. especially at this time of year with Christmas decorations. Although Christmas tree was a nice touch. Was also disappointed that we could not check in till 6 which feel is very late and with a 10 am checkout feel like you lose a day really and also see this has been stated in a previous feedback. All in all was a very nice stay and would love to return to this part of the country again as it’s beautiful.

- Kerrie, December 2022

Thank you for your feedback. The check in time has been changed back to 4pm, so we do apologise if this information was not passed on to yourselves. In relation to the matter of cutlery and plate cleanliness, Manor Cottages Property Services look after our property, this has been raised with them. The ‘clutter’ you refer to we assume to be our Xmas decorations, which we have since removed and would not of course show in any of the online photos because they are seasonal. We are sorry if the presence of these decorations marred your stay. Property Owner
Julia December 2022

“The cottage was in a great location and everything you needed was there even a herb cupboard!”

The extra touches with the many Christmas decorations was so lovely as were the other extras. Great for walks. The New Inn which is 90yds away is to be recommended as is the corner shop and café.

- Julia, December 2022

Thanks so much for your feedback. We’re so pleased that you found everything to your liking. Wishing you a Happy New Year, Tudor & Linda (owners) Property Owner
Laura December 2022

“Lovely little cottage in the cotswold.”

Felt so homely and loved the wood burner. Very comfortable, spacious rooms, owners have done a great job of renovating. Great walks on the door step

- Laura, December 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we’re very pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Robert November 2022

“The cottage very much matched the description provided, and was just what we had hoped for.”

The only small niggle was the relatively quite late availability time (6pm) - as it happened we were late arriving but we'd normally expect access by 3 or 4pm.

- Robert, November 2022

Thank you very much for your feedback and we’re so pleased the cottage met your expectation. Manor Cottages manage the property on our behalf, so most arrangements, guest arrival times included, are their responsibility. However, our understanding was that the arrival time of 6pm (a legacy of covid, where extra time was needed for the anti-viral deep clean) had since reverted back to the pre-pandemic time of 4pm. If this turns out to be the case, then possibly your arrival instructions hadn’t been updated? In which case please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. We shall raise your concern with Manor Cottages to avoid any misunderstanding arising in future. Thanks again for your comments, Tudor & Linda (Owners) I can confirm the check in time has been amended to 4pm. Please accept our greatest apologies for this not being changed sooner. Best wishes, Manor Cottage Property Owner
Helen October 2022

“What a fabulous Cotswold cottage.”

Impeccably maintained both inside and out. Do not let the gripes of other reviews cloud your decision to stay there. We had everything we needed for a very relaxing week. Read the very clear instructions the owners have left to ensure you understand how this gorgeous cottage ticks. Community village store has a cafe serving a range of hot drinks and delicious cakes. We didn’t eat at the New Inn but I recommend the milk frothed hot chocolate. The walks to nearby villages are easily accessible if you don’t want to travel far or you can ramble further afield weather permitting. Plenty of maps and leaflets in the garden room. Would highly recommend The Lodge.

- Helen, October 2022

We cannot thank you enough for this lovely positive review and your incisive comments (which we appreciate greatly). We are so pleased that you and your family enjoyed both your stay in the cottage as well as the village itself and surrounding area, and hope you’ll consider staying again in future. Thanks again, Tudor & Linda (Owners) Property Owner
Anthony September 2022

“The location and cottage are perfect/idyllic for a break away from it all!”

- Anthony, September 2022

Thanks very much for your positive feedback. We appreciate that this was your second two week stay at the cottage and we would be only too pleased to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Gerard August 2022

“Super cottage!”

Everything is there, and it is nicely decorated with much attention for details. Beautiful village, and a good location for exploring the Cotswolds and Oxford. The local pub (The New Inn) is recommended!

- Gerard, August 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We’re very pleased you enjoyed your stay and found both the cottage as well as the village to your liking. Property Owner
Peter April 2022

“Great location and The Cotswolds area is always a great place to visit.”

We have been lucky enough to have stayed in a number of places there and have had better accommodation, though to be fair, for us, maybe not always a better location? The photographs of the property do not truly reflect what you get, just like the details on estate agent sales brochures, the photos are mostly misleading? Yes a quaint place to stay in, but it’s dated and needs attention in various areas. The main bedroom mattress, in our opinion, is well overdue a change and the tv in the main lounge is complicated initially and could be a smart one too? All in all, we had a great break away and have enjoyed once again the surrounding towns and villages.

- Peter, April 2022

Thank you for your feedback. When you stay in the Cotswolds in future, we hope you’ll find accommodation that is suitable for you. Property Owner
Debra March 2022

“The cottage was beautiful , well presented and in a good location .”

The pub is 4 doors away and serves lovely food . The only thing I would say about the cottage is the sofa in the main lounge could be better . The arms kept falling off as they aren’t attached neither is the back and it wasn’t high enough . . A better quality corner sofa would be more comfortable . We had a lovely afternoon of unexpected sunshine in the garden too . Kitchen is well equipped , we chose to use the conventional oven and not the range which was easy .plenty of utensils in the kitchen and loads of fuel for the fire which is unusual in holiday cottages . Bed comfy , showers good . You need to turn the immersion on if 4 people shower every day . We had a lovely stay and would highly recommend .

- Debra, March 2022

Thank you for your feedback, and pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. We’re grateful that you still afforded us a high score, despite your fight with the sofa! Property Owner
Frances February 2022

“Really lovely place to stay.”

Full of character. We knew the village from previous holidays nearby, but this was the first time we had rented a place in Coln. Very comfortable and warm cottage ( underfloor heating and loads of radiators ), well-equipped kitchen, two bathrooms ( we liked the downstairs shower best) and comfortable beds. I really liked the concept of two sitting rooms so I could slope off and read my book while my son watched the rugby ! The garden is delightful with several places to sit. We only had one day of sunshine ( it was February after all ) but we sat outside for a while and thought how super it would be on a summer evening. Loads of dogs in the village, everyone friendly, nice little shop and super pub. Loads of great pubs within ten miles too. We walked miles every day - beautiful rolling countryside within easy reach. Plus we had a great day out in Oxford. I can thoroughly recommend this cottage and the village. Our Labrador agrees !

- Frances, February 2022

Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a delightful review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and you’ve highlighted all the attributes that we enjoy so much ourselves when staying at the cottage - even including the downstairs shower! If you do decide to stay again (and we do have quite a few returning guests), maybe in the warmer weather, then do take the opportunity to sip some chilled wine in the quiet of the garden on a summers evening. Property Owner
Caroline February 2022

“Had a lovely stay at The Lodge.”

Coln St Aldwyns is a picture perfect Cotswolds village with stunning scenery and walks directly from the cottage. Fabulous local community store and great pub The New Inn a few doors away. The cottage was beautifully refurbished (check out the picture of its renovation at the bottom of stairs!) and owners have clearly spent time designing a homely and stylish abode. Everything that was needed was provided. The garden is again beautifully designed to make the most of the space - small but perfectly formed. Two things to note which will hopefully help future guests and owners: the wifi is very poor everywhere except the garden room so be prepared for that and I agree with other comments that the beautiful range should not be so heavily advertised in marketing if it is not for guests' use. It was a shame not to be able to use it. Perhaps upgraded wifi and/or a booster would help with wifi issue? However, I would happily return to The Lodge again and again and had a really wonderful week there.

- Caroline, February 2022

Thank you for your review, we’re pleased you had an enjoyable stay at The Lodge. An upgrade to the wifi has been in the pipeline for sometime, and following changes made last week, I’m pleased to report that there is now good wifi coverage throughout the cottage. With regard to the Esse range cooker, although similar to an AGA, it differs in not being on all the time. Consequently, it takes a long time to heat up for cooking, which is why we recommend use of the (highly efficient) electric oven instead. However, in view of your comments we have asked Sykes Cottages to modify their website description. Property Owner
Geoffrey December 2021

“Lovely, clean and well-equipped cottage.”

We stayed over Christmas and The Lodge was beautifully decorated in every room and outside. The lit Christmas tree in the front room window was a welcoming sight on our arrival and the gifts were very thoughtful. We recommend it and hope to stay again in the summer when we can make use of the pretty garden.

- Geoffrey, December 2021

Thank you so much for your kind comments and positive feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable Christmas stay in our cottage. Should you decide to return in the summer, you’ll find the garden peaceful and relaxing, and the patio areas ideal for taking lunch, maybe accompanied by a glass (or two) of chilled wine! Property Owner
Sonya November 2021

“The Lodge was lovely and clean on arrival and everything you could wish for was provided.”

The beds were very comfortable and the layout of the property ideal for a holiday cottage. We very much enjoyed our stay and would recommend The Lodge highly. The only slight criticism (and it is only very minor) is that the inventory said we would be provided with logs for the fire to get us started. There were none. Having arrived at 6pm it was impossible to get any that late at night. We were there on the coldest night of the year so far, so normally this would not be a problem.

- Sonya, November 2021

Thank you for taking the time to feedback on your stay at The Lodge. We're so pleased to hear that you had a lovely time! We can only apologise for the lack of logs on arrival - especially on such a chilly night! This should have been checked by the housekeepers prior to your arrival and we're very sorry that it was not. We will have a chat with the housekeeping team to remind all that these absolutely need to be left for guests at this time of year! Property Owner
Julie November 2021

“I loved this property - it was quirky but very comfortable and just a fabulous old Cotswold property.”

The location was superb - pub nearby, a great shop/cafe up the road and amazing views and walks from the cottage.

- Julie, November 2021

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at The Lodge. It's lovely to hear your feedback and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Stuart September 2021

“Cottage was comfortable and in a lovely location.”

The garden is great space to relax, have a drink or for meals. Only 2 rather uncomfortable deckchairs were provided to lounge in - cottage sleeps 4. The utensils and glassware were rather mismatched with only 2 wine glasses provided - 1 rather large and 1 rather small. Six champagne flutes were provided??? We noticed the frying pans hadn’t been replaced after a previous visitor had noted they did not sit flat on the hob!!! The bases were bowed which made it difficult to use. Having to wander backwards and forwards between the galley kitchen and the main kitchen was also rather a nuisance. Beds were very comfortable however the duvets did not fit the cover - far too small . In the morning the duvet had normally moved into a heap inside the cover!! The bath is enormous and very uncomfortable if one wants to lie in it to relax. Straight sides do not make for a comfortable experience. The hot water system cannot provide enough hot water for a sufficient level to even wash in. The local pub is very nice and friendly but with a limited menu. Would we stay here again - I’m afraid not.

- Stuart, September 2021

Dear Mr. Mitchell, Thank you for your feedback. It sounds like you enjoyed your stay, despite finding some issues worth complaining about. So, we’d like to take this opportunity to respond:- “Only 2 rather uncomfortable deckchairs were provided to lounge in - cottage sleeps 4.” There is ample seating provided in the garden; two deckchairs, a double seat arbor, as well as the six table seating chairs which could be moved from the top & lower patio areas. Also, cushions are provided in the chest of drawers in the garden room, which can be used on the arbor seating, or indeed any of the other chairs. “The utensils and glassware were rather mismatched with only 2 wine glasses provided - 1 rather large and 1 rather small.” Thank you for pointing out the shortfall regarding wine glasses. We aim to provide six of each (as per the champagne flutes you mention), to allow for breakages. Replacements have since been purchased. We can’t comment about utensils, as we don’t understand your complaint. “We noticed the frying pans hadn’t been replaced after a previous visitor had noted they did not sit flat on the hob!!!” Correct. That’s because in our opinion they were perfectly serviceable. However, in view of your comments, we’ll review the situation. “Having to wander backwards and forwards between the galley kitchen and the main kitchen was also rather a nuisance.” The only way we feel this can be addressed is for a floor plan to be included with the cottage details. Then guests can decide for themselves whether the extra few steps involved is too much for them. “Beds were very comfortable however the duvets did not fit the cover - far too small.” Perhaps the wrong size cover was inadvertently used, as we supply both double & king size covers, so apologies for this. “The bath is enormous and very uncomfortable if one wants to lie in it to relax. Straight sides do not make for a comfortable experience.” We originally selected this bath as it can accommodate two people, because the taps are situated in the middle. Other than that, we understand it to be a bath of standard size and shape. “The hot water system cannot provide enough hot water for a sufficient level to even wash in.” This can occur if the bath is used repeatedly, and in preference to the showers. The size of hot water tank we could install was constrained by the available space. If additional hot water is required, the immersion heater switch is just outside the bathroom, and is clearly marked. “The local pub is very nice and friendly but with a limited menu.” The pub has been through difficult times, like everyone else in retail, the reduced menu presumably being a consequence of this. Things can only improve from now on. Property Owner
Helen April 2021

“The Lodge was a great location for exploring the Cotswolds.”

The garden was beautiful and we managed to have Sunday afternoon enjoying a bottle of Rose in the sun - wish we had known that there were deckchairs in the storage box in the garden - we only found this out on our last day! The master bedroom bed was very comfortable - and that is coming from someone who has a bad back and often struggles with holiday cottage beds! The bathrooms were lovely - the shower in the downstairs bathroom was really powerful. The only negative was that the owners request guests to use the electric oven and hob in the galley kitchen rather than the lovely range in the main kitchen which features heavily in the photos. The electric oven and hob in the galley kitchen are nowhere near all of the utensils, plates, pans, sink etc and so we found ourselves going to and fro from the sink in the kitchen to the hob in the galley kitchen carrying hot pans. Good for the daily step count but rather frustrating. Although we could have used the oven we chose to respect the owners wishes. I think this should be made clear in the property details. I would also suggest that they replace the frying pans as neither of them sit flat on the hob. The proximity to the pub is excellent - 80 steps! The pub food was delicious - I can recommend the burger! As we had to eat outside (Covid rules) I think the menu was reduced slightly but they had very efficient heaters under the parasols and the staff were great. All in all a good holiday and would stay there again but i would use the range next time!!

- Helen, April 2021

Many thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback, we will past your comments to the owner.We are pleased to hear you had a good holiday and we would love to welcome you back to The Lodge, Property Owner
Charlotte October 2020

“The holiday was lovely!”

The cottage was perfectly well stocked for a weeks break and it was so homely it was lovely.

- Charlotte, October 2020

We are very happy to hear you had a lovely break. Manor Cottages Property Owner
Anthony September 2020

“Fantastic accomadation, fantastic location!”

- Anthony, September 2020

Thank you so much! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Kevin August 2020

“Only problem was car parking.”

Roadside was very busy. The alternative suggestion was taken by neighbours campervan !!

- Kevin, August 2020

To the best of our knowledge this is the first time that parking has presented a problem for guests, so please accept our apologies for the inconvenience caused. Unfortunately, we have no control over what our neighbour decides to park down the lane (despite the fact he has a double garage as well as a parking bay), so we’re very sorry that this alternative parking option wasn’t available to you. As there are no parking restrictions anywhere in the village, we hope you managed to find somewhere else to park without too much difficulty. Property Owner
Kelly July 2020

“The cottage was lovely, and in such a beautiful part of the world.”

We were very lucky with the weather and were able to take advantage of the beautiful garden. We were glad we had taken some comfortable garden chairs as those that were in the garden to use were not very comfortable for any period of time. We did think that was one area in which the cottage could be improved. I slept in the second bedroom and could not open the windows and it was very hot in the evenings so if that could be sorted out that would also be an improvement. The pub was unfortunately closed for refurbishment but there is of course nothing you can do about that and there are some very pretty pubs and places to eat within a short drive, and good facilities to cater for yourself at the cottage. We had a fabulous week all told and I will be certainly recommending it to others, and hope to visit again myself!

- Kelly, July 2020

Thanks for your feedback, glad you had an enjoyable stay, but sorry to note there were a couple of disappointments, to which I would like to respond. You were unable to open the windows in the back bedroom. They are the original windows, and only one of them was made as an opening window. This is fitted with just a window stay security lock (unlike windows in the majority of rooms which have a handle lock as well) and the key that is used to undo the lock should have been in a small container on the windowsill. If the key was missing, I apologise and will ask the cleaner to check and rectify the situation. Sorry I can’t offer any further explanation for your difficulty in opening it, but (possibly for future reference) they are universal keys, and can be found on every windowsill at the cottage. You mention you found the garden seats uncomfortable. However, were you referring to the bistro chairs arranged around the garden table or the two deck chairs located in the storage box adjacent to the shed? If the former, then unsurprisingly they must have been uncomfortable (for prolonged seating), as they’re made of metal. As for the deckchairs, yours is the first complaint we’ve ever received. In case you didn’t realise they were available, I should explain that we decided against promoting their availability because of COVID-19, as there was no guarantee that items like these would be sanitized as part of the clean between guest stays. However, thanks for highlighting this issue as maybe we should advise future guests of their availability, but (whilst we still have COVID-19) request they spray the seats with the antiviral sanitizer provided, after use. Property Owner
Joan March 2020

“The Lodge is a beautiful cottage in a truly lovely setting ,unfortunately we ...”

The Lodge is a beautiful cottage in a truly lovely setting ,unfortunately we only managed 3 nights out of our week due to lockdown on 23rd March but the owner rang us to tell us that he would reimburse us ,cannot thank him enough ,we were so sad to be leaving this beautiful cottage early but hoping to be back in the future ,Thank you to Tudor (owner) for all you did

- Joan, March 2020

Thank you for leaving you lovely comments. Property Owner
W February 2020

“The public footpaths are near the cottage, thats super for us and our dog.”

Its a pity that dogs not allowed into the beautiful pub near the cottage. Luckily in all other pubs. It is a beautiful environment. Parking on the street was no problem.

- W, February 2020

Many thanks for your feedback. We got in touch with the New Inn to check on their policies regarding dogs and they assured us it has not changed, dogs are welcome in the bar area, but not allowed in the main restaurant. And meals from the same menu can be served in both areas. We can only apologise that this was not relayed correctly to you during your visit. Property Owner
Janet October 2019

“We and our Jack Russell had a super four night stay at The Lodge, it’s a wonderfully cosy cottage in an equally lovely village, a real credit to the owners.”

Furnished and equipped to a very high standard a home from home, we found everything we needed and the little extras, tea, coffee, milk and yummy chocolate cake were an added bonus. Also our little dog enjoyed his treats that kept him happy while we unpacked. Ideal location for visiting the surrounding area. We’d love to return and would thoroughly recommend this property.

- Janet, October 2019
Narelle September 2019

“Fantastic accommodation, thought of everything and a well equipped kitchen.”

Wouldn’t hesitate to book again or recommend.

- Narelle, September 2019
Ulrike August 2019

“The pictures do paint a very positive picture, the cottage is even cozier and more up the scale than expected.”

And things provided telling about the owners hospitality. The restauration of the whole place is perfectly done without exaggeration. The surroundings are perfect for walking the dog. We would love to come back!!!

- Ulrike, August 2019
Kirsty July 2019

“What a fantastic cottage.”

It had everything we needed and more. It was spotlessly clean too! Perfect in every way.

- Kirsty, July 2019
Graham June 2019

“One of the nicest cottages we have stayed in.”

Lovely location, great local walks. Nice pub two doors up the road. Parking can be a pain, but we managed to park close to the cottage most of the time.

- Graham, June 2019
John May 2019

“2nd visit to The Lodge and looks even better in May!”

Garden being tended maintains the appearance

- John, May 2019
Julie April 2019

“Our stay at the Lodge was absolutely perfect.”

It is a beautiful cottage in a really lovely village with amazing walks for us and our dog. The village is central enough for exploring the rest of the Cotswolds but far enough away to be quiet and relaxing. The cottage is beautifully equipped with everything you need and more. We loved it and would highly recommend a stay here.

- Julie, April 2019
Linda March 2019

“The cottage was attractive and in the centre of a very pretty Cotswolds village, while still being peaceful.”

Everything we needed was provided in the cottage, nothing had been overlooked. The garden, though small, was well laid-out and pretty, and also dog-proof, which was important for us. There is a pub just 100 yards up the road, which is dog-friendly. There are many good walks nearby, including the walks to Bibury and back, from the cottage. The Wi-Fi worked well. We had some cold weather while we were staying in the cottage, but we were able to boost the heating, to have it on during the day, one day, and the log-burner worked well, so we were warm. We really couldn't fault the cottage.

- Linda, March 2019
John February 2019

“A quaint, warm Cotswold renovated cottage that we and our dogs loved.”

2 minutes away from fields for the dogs to run and well-located for Burford, Cirencester in one of the Cotswolds prettiest villages. Always a bonus to have a friendly well-stocked shop at the top of the street

- John, February 2019
Judy November 2018

“This was our fifteenth stay at the Lodge - generally visiting three times a year.”

Lovely as ever. Beautiful countryside for walking and stunning scenery for driving.

- Judy, November 2018
Mr Inns October 2018

“This was our 4th booking through Manor Cottages and they did an outstanding job in assisting with a cottage selection to meet our requirements in location and facilities.”

Their suggestion of The Lodge in Coln St Aldwyns met our specifications exactly. A most comfortable and charming cottage in an equally charming village. All the comforts we desired and ideally located for drives to other Cotswold villages. A 10 out of 10 rating

- Mr Inns, October 2018
Mr Wood

“Can't think of anything to improve the property, it was absolutely perfect.”

- Mr Wood,
Mr and Mrs P

“What a beautiful and comfortable cottage; a wonderful treat and we would love to come again”

- Mr and Mrs P,
Ms W

“A lovely cottage in a great location.”

We enjoyed a wonderfully relaxing but busy week.

- Ms W,
Mr Western

“The location was great - rural and quiet, 100 yards from a good pub/restaurant and 200 yards from a local community run shop and cafÃ©.”

The Lodge had all the facilities we required. Clean and well looked after. Everyone we met in the village was very friendly.

- Mr Western,
Mr & Mrs Milnes.

“Alovely house in a lovely village.”

A great place to relax.

- Mr & Mrs Milnes.,
Mr & Mrs Hunt.

“Lovely cottage with a lovely garden.”

- Mr & Mrs Hunt.,
Mr & Mrs Wood.

“Absolutely beautiful cottage in superb countryside.”

- Mr & Mrs Wood.,
Mr & Mrs Lee.

“The Lodge is simply perfect, and we have enjoyed the house to the full.”

- Mr & Mrs Lee.,
Mr and Mrs S

“Lovely cosy cottage and a perfect base for visiting the area.”

- Mr and Mrs S,
Mr Britch

“Very relaxing holiday in a fabulous cottage in classic Cotswold village.”

- Mr Britch,
The Hansen Family.

“Cottage was lovely - a real bonus to have 2 lounge areas; no arguing over the t.”

V.

- The Hansen Family.,
Mr and Mrs R

“We had a lovely stay in this beautiful cottage.”

As well as loving the accommodation we particularly liked the walks, the pub, the local shop and the surrounding villages

- Mr and Mrs R,
Mr and Mrs C

“What a fantastic place to stay - so peaceful and relaxing.”

Everyone in the village has been so friendly and made us feel welcome.

- Mr and Mrs C,
Mr VH

“Perfect week in a brilliant cottage.”

Great pub and charming shop. Could not have been any better.

- Mr VH,
Mrs King

“We liked everything about the Lodge, especially the two lounge's with 2 tv's, very useful for a family to have separate space when needed.”

- Mrs King,
Mr D

“Had a wonderful holiday in this gorgeous cottage - love the garden room.”

- Mr D,
Ms M

“We've had a great few days - thank you so much.”

The cottage is beautiful and comfy, and a pleasure to come back to after a hard day of enjoying ourselves.

- Ms M,
Pipers

“The cottage was very full equiped.”

Everything you may need during a holiday (and more) was available. The cottage is cosy and clean. Mrs Pipers, May 2017.

- Pipers,
The Birthe Family.

“We have nothing but praise for this wonderful house.”

The cottage did not disappoint in any way. The cake on our arrival was a welcome touch.

- The Birthe Family.,
Mrs George

“Location was amazing, lovely area, house so relaxing and comfortable.”

- Mrs George,
Mr Patching

“: Lovely cottage - everything we needed was there and it felt like a real home from home in a beautiful village.”

- Mr Patching,
Mrs Turnbull

“Excellent area to stay.”

Cottage was clean, homely, well maintained

- Mrs Turnbull,
Miss Holt

“The Lodge was perfect for my partner and I and our dog who loved lazing on the sheepskin rug.”

We are quite particular about what we like but really could not fault this lovely cottage. As soon as we were home we looked to book this cottage again for June/July but unfortunately for us it's already booked up, but we will be back next year for sure. Loved the cottage, the village and the local walks with our dog were fantastic!

- Miss Holt,
Mr and Mrs Groves

“We would give the Lodge five stars for everything.”

It was the perfect place to stay in a lovely quiet village. The owners had lots of information on the surrounding area and they seemed to have thought of everything to make our stay enjoyable.\ We were looking for a cottage that had a private garden and one that looked like a home rather than a rental property and with country walks from the door. The Lodge fitted our criteria perfectly. We just wish we could have stayed for longer!\ We hope to return one day soon!\

- Mr and Mrs Groves,
Mrs Watts

“The property was above my expectations in everything.”

The obvious effort made to ensure our comfort was noticeable. As a previous hospitality accommodation owner the emphasis on the hospitality aspect was present as is not always the case as many owners think it is about renting a building.

- Mrs Watts,
The Smiths/Woods.

“Thank you for the cake and the use of your perfect cottage.”

- The Smiths/Woods.,
Mr and Mrs Newman

“We have a very relaxing week here and enjoyed the comforts of this lovely cottage very much.”

It really is a home from home.

- Mr and Mrs Newman,
Mr osborn

“We would change nor add anything, it is a dream cottage.”

- Mr osborn,
Miss Luke

“Lovely cottage,lovely village and beautiful area for touring around.”

\ In particular The Lodge is extremely well equipped and attention to detail is impressive.\

- Miss Luke,
Mrs Morley

“Good location.”

Local shopping. Very clean and well equipped. Comfortable beds with lovely soft furnishings.

- Mrs Morley,
Ms Lewis

“The cottage was furniture to a high standard and it was very well equipped.”

The owners have really made the cottage feel like a warm, cosy and inviting home. It does feel like a holiday let. The small details: the books around the house, the interesting ornaments, the welcome cake, the useful information everywhere, the umbrellas, the dog toys (not that we took a dog) but they have thought of everything to make this a home away from home.

- Ms Lewis,
Mr Milnes

“Spotlessly clean and well equipped”

- Mr Milnes,
Giles

“The cottage was well appointed the attention to detail was exceptional and the kitchen very well equipped.”

\ I would not hesitate to recommend or return.\ \

- Giles,
Mr and Mrs Barber

“Our second visit to the cottage and we found it as warm and welcoming as our first.”

- Mr and Mrs Barber,
Mrs Swann

“We stayed in a wonderfully renovated, comfortable property with great attention to detail”

- Mrs Swann,
Mr and Mrs Guy

“We have really enjoyed staying in this lovely cottage.”

One of the best cottages we have aver stayed in.

- Mr and Mrs Guy,
Mr and Mrs Jones

“Our second visit and as excellent as the first, this is a real home from home.”

The Christmas tree, decorations and cake were all a wonderful bonus and much appreciated. This is an ideal location in which to relax and explore the area.

- Mr and Mrs Jones,
The King family

“We had a very relaxing week here.”

The cottage is excellent, very well equipped, lovely warm and cos. we especially enjoyed the wood burning stove.

- The King family,
Sally and Lisa Hodgins-Lewis

“We have had such a lovely relaxed long weekend.”

The cottage is so cosy and warm. All the little touches make it feel like home. We have absolutely loved staying here.

- Sally and Lisa Hodgins-Lewis,
The Limage Sadler family

“Many thanks for the hospitality tray, a very nice welcome to a lovely cottage.”

We have had a super time. All in all a lovely holiday.

- The Limage Sadler family,
Mr Thompson

“We were made welcome and everything was in place to make sure we enjoyed the property plus it was close to a great pub!”

- Mr Thompson,
Mr Gatherer

“The Cottage was very clean and comfortable.”

Everything in the way of utensils were provided. The location was fantastic for the Cotswold area.

- Mr Gatherer,
Ms Salter

“Excellent location, clean and warm.”

Home from home.

- Ms Salter,
Mrs Cozens

“A beautiful cottage with elegant decor, luxurious beds and homely touches.”

The location was ideal; quiet and stunning rural setting yet within easy reach of cosy villages and interesting towns.

- Mrs Cozens,
Denyar-MacDonald

“We couldn't have chosen a better location.”

The village is peaceful,and friendly. The garden was lovely.

- Denyar-MacDonald,
The G. Family.

“A wonderful week at The Lodge, which was perfect and very cosy.”

- The G. Family.,
Mr.and Mrs. M.

“A very comfortable and superbly equipped cottage.”

The owners have thought of everything.

- Mr.and Mrs. M.,
Mr and Mrs. I.

“The Lodge was perfect, very cosy and had everything we needed.”

- Mr and Mrs. I.,
Mr and Mrs. B.

“One of our favourites.”

We rent many country cottages, and this is definitely one of the best.

- Mr and Mrs. B.,
Mrs Ledbrook

“We loved everything about the cottage, where it was located, the cottage itself.”

Everything was great and every small detail was thought of.

- Mrs Ledbrook,
Kerry & Steve & Mambo (dog)Ã¢Â€Â

“Ã¢Â€ÂœThank you for an amazing Christmas!”

Beautiful cottage, in a beautiful place! Thank you so much for our presents also. One of our best Christmases yet! Thanks

- Kerry & Steve & Mambo (dog)Ã¢Â€Â,
Miss Knarr

“Everything was as shown in the images online and better.”

Very charming cottage, very charming village

- Miss Knarr,
Mr and Mrs J.

“We had a wonderful and relaxing week.”

- Mr and Mrs J.,
Mr Pye

“Well presented, great location, lovely area”

- Mr Pye,
Mr Bolte

“Enough Space, very (!”

) clean; we didnÂ´t miss anything; nice little garden; the fridge was filled / welcome-cake => a very, very nice surprise!!

- Mr Bolte,

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king size double, 1 x double
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor bathroom with shower, basin and WC, washing machine and tumble drier
Kitchen with dining area
Living room with woodburner
Living room 2/garden room.
Oil fired central heating, underfloor heating, woodburner
Microwave, dishwasher, fridge, separate electric hob and oven, further fridge, separate freezer, washing machine and tumble drier
1 x flatscreen TV with FreeSat, DVD & surround sound, and 1 x SMART TV; WIFI Fuel and power inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Garden with two patio areas and furniture
well behaved pets are welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Note: Please note that the owner requires a £150 good housekeeping bond in advance of arrival.

The property

The Lodge is a magnificent Cotswold vacation home situated in a charming community halfway between Cirencester and Burford.

The cottage is a lovely option for a Cotswold vacation because it still has many charming, original elements.

The owners oversaw the makeover and included some trendy and contemporary elements, such a woodburning stove and underfloor heating, that increase the cottage's appeal.

The property has a nice yard that is ideal for alfresco eating and is hidden down a "no through" lane.

This is a really nice vacation rental in a lovely village.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

COLN ST ALDWYNS

Bibury 2 miles; Cirencester 8.5 miles; Bourton-on-the-Water 11.5 miles

Set within the Cotswolds AONB is this peaceful and friendly village. Bordered by the River Coln and surrounded by refreshing green countryside, Coln St Aldwyns is a fine base for visitors to the area. You will find a Grade II* listed church as well as a handy shop and a highly-rated gastro pub, the New Inn. The chocolate-box village of Bibury is just a couple of miles away, known for its rows of quaint stone cottages and surrounding greenery. Slightly further afield is the striking market town of Cirencester, laced with attractive buildings and varying attractions. Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold and Moreton-in-Marsh are among the most characterful and must-visit locations close by. On the western fringe of the Cotwolds, discover the spectacular city of Gloucester and the town of Cheltenham, home to the famous horse racing festival.

This property has a Good House Keeping bond of £150
Pets welcome at a charge of £25

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“A very well equipped beautiful cottage.”

“Kitchen infested with ants, especially worktops and food bin.”

“We had a lovely stay, the cottage was comfortable and we felt right at home.”

“We had a wonderful stay at The Lodge with our dogs, it is as picture perfect as advertised.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at The Lodge.”

“The Lodge was very comfortable.”

“We had a comfortable and very peaceful stay at The Lodge.”

“Cottage was very comfortable, the only issue was the dining space - I think I would have given up one of the lounges as a dining area.”

“Fantastic cottage.”

“Very nice property which is ideal location for walks, lovely little village with a friendly local pub and shop.”

“The cottage was in a great location and everything you needed was there even a herb cupboard!”

“Lovely little cottage in the cotswold.”

“The cottage very much matched the description provided, and was just what we had hoped for.”

“What a fabulous Cotswold cottage.”

“The location and cottage are perfect/idyllic for a break away from it all!”

“Super cottage!”

“Great location and The Cotswolds area is always a great place to visit.”

“The cottage was beautiful , well presented and in a good location .”

“Really lovely place to stay.”

“Had a lovely stay at The Lodge.”

“Lovely, clean and well-equipped cottage.”

“The Lodge was lovely and clean on arrival and everything you could wish for was provided.”

“I loved this property - it was quirky but very comfortable and just a fabulous old Cotswold property.”

“Cottage was comfortable and in a lovely location.”

“The Lodge was a great location for exploring the Cotswolds.”

“The holiday was lovely!”

“Fantastic accomadation, fantastic location!”

“Only problem was car parking.”

“The cottage was lovely, and in such a beautiful part of the world.”

“The Lodge is a beautiful cottage in a truly lovely setting ,unfortunately we ...”

“The public footpaths are near the cottage, thats super for us and our dog.”

“We and our Jack Russell had a super four night stay at The Lodge, it’s a wonderfully cosy cottage in an equally lovely village, a real credit to the owners.”

“Fantastic accommodation, thought of everything and a well equipped kitchen.”

“The pictures do paint a very positive picture, the cottage is even cozier and more up the scale than expected.”

“What a fantastic cottage.”

“One of the nicest cottages we have stayed in.”

“2nd visit to The Lodge and looks even better in May!”

“Our stay at the Lodge was absolutely perfect.”

“The cottage was attractive and in the centre of a very pretty Cotswolds village, while still being peaceful.”

“A quaint, warm Cotswold renovated cottage that we and our dogs loved.”

“This was our fifteenth stay at the Lodge - generally visiting three times a year.”

“This was our 4th booking through Manor Cottages and they did an outstanding job in assisting with a cottage selection to meet our requirements in location and facilities.”

“Can't think of anything to improve the property, it was absolutely perfect.”

“What a beautiful and comfortable cottage; a wonderful treat and we would love to come again”

“A lovely cottage in a great location.”

“The location was great - rural and quiet, 100 yards from a good pub/restaurant and 200 yards from a local community run shop and cafÃ©.”

“Alovely house in a lovely village.”

“Lovely cottage with a lovely garden.”

“Absolutely beautiful cottage in superb countryside.”

“The Lodge is simply perfect, and we have enjoyed the house to the full.”

“Lovely cosy cottage and a perfect base for visiting the area.”

“Very relaxing holiday in a fabulous cottage in classic Cotswold village.”

“Cottage was lovely - a real bonus to have 2 lounge areas; no arguing over the t.”

“We had a lovely stay in this beautiful cottage.”

“What a fantastic place to stay - so peaceful and relaxing.”

“Perfect week in a brilliant cottage.”

“We liked everything about the Lodge, especially the two lounge's with 2 tv's, very useful for a family to have separate space when needed.”

“Had a wonderful holiday in this gorgeous cottage - love the garden room.”

“We've had a great few days - thank you so much.”

“The cottage was very full equiped.”

“We have nothing but praise for this wonderful house.”

“Location was amazing, lovely area, house so relaxing and comfortable.”

“: Lovely cottage - everything we needed was there and it felt like a real home from home in a beautiful village.”

“Excellent area to stay.”

“The Lodge was perfect for my partner and I and our dog who loved lazing on the sheepskin rug.”

“We would give the Lodge five stars for everything.”

“The property was above my expectations in everything.”

“Thank you for the cake and the use of your perfect cottage.”

“We have a very relaxing week here and enjoyed the comforts of this lovely cottage very much.”

“We would change nor add anything, it is a dream cottage.”

“Lovely cottage,lovely village and beautiful area for touring around.”

“Good location.”

“The cottage was furniture to a high standard and it was very well equipped.”

“Spotlessly clean and well equipped”

“The cottage was well appointed the attention to detail was exceptional and the kitchen very well equipped.”

“Our second visit to the cottage and we found it as warm and welcoming as our first.”

“We stayed in a wonderfully renovated, comfortable property with great attention to detail”