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The Hive

Stow-On-The-Wold, Gloucestershire (Ref. 988738)

Customer rating

4.9

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  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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63 Customer Review(s)

  • Fiona

    “Brunch26 scones23 sourdough bread10 gluten free10 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Fiona Palliser 1 review Pending Holiday | Couple The Hive was such a good find - we stayed in the apartment and ate in the cafe.”

    Both were excellent! Spotlessly clean, warm, comfortable apartment where attention to detail is …More rob Local Guide·398 reviews·1154 photos a week ago New I really wanted to leave a 5 star review, however, i found the price point to be excessive which I presume is “cotswold weighting” largely I guess to the number of one hit tourists visiting. …More Jourika Hennaux 5 reviews a week ago New Holiday | Family Lovely Breakfast Spot! We had a wonderful breakfast at ...

    Both were excellent! Spotlessly clean, warm, comfortable apartment where attention to detail is …More rob Local Guide·398 reviews·1154 photos a week ago New I really wanted to leave a 5 star review, however, i found the price point to be excessive which I presume is “cotswold weighting” largely I guess to the number of one hit tourists visiting. …More Jourika Hennaux 5 reviews a week ago New Holiday | Family Lovely Breakfast Spot! We had a wonderful breakfast at The Hive, great food, friendly staff, and a …More Miss G Marsden Local Guide·18 reviews·2 photos a month ago Holiday | Couple Just left the cafe and feel we have to review straight away as it was fantastic. Struggled to find a cafe with gluten free options and the hive had plenty. We had the warmest welcome, gorgeous brunch (such good GF bread!!!) and such good …More ❤️1 Expedia https://www.expedia.co.uk The Hive Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 Travellers love the great 2 bedroom apartment, kitchen, and property owner. Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Cheltenham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. 10/10(5) · from £696 Skyscanner https://www.skyscanner.net The Hive, Cheltenham Hotels ... . Ratings and reviews. View more. 5.0/5. Outstanding6 reviews. Location. 15.25 miles from city centre. Digbeth Street, Cheltenham, GL54 1BN, United Kingdom ... Wanderlog https://wanderlog.com The Hive, Cheltenham, United Kingdom - Reviews, Ratings, Tips and Why You ... The Hive in Stow-on-the-Wold, Cotswolds, is a charming and welcoming cafe/restaurant that has garnered high praise for its exceptional customer service, ... Hotels.com https://www.hotels.com The Hive, Cheltenham: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices 10/10 Exceptional ... The Hive is a unique luxury 2 bed apartment. Spacious and comfortable, fully equipped kitchen including espresso maker right in the center ... 10/10(5) · from $926 Vrbo https://www.vrbo.com THE HIVE, romantic, character holiday cottage in Stow-On-The-Wold We had a great stay at The Hive apartment, everything is as it is listed. Very central, clean, comfortable beds, very modern, parking included and Jayne and ... 10/10(4) Booking.com https://www.booking.com The Hive, Stow on the Wold (updated prices 2025) Facilities. Free WiFi. Show all facilities and services. Reviews. Scored 9.2. 9.2. Rated superb. Superb · 33 reviews. Location. 9.7. Cleanliness. 9.7. Value for ... 9.2/10(33) Sykes Cottages https://www.sykescottages.co.uk The Hive | Stow-on-the-wold | Self Catering Holiday Cottage Everything was top notch, from the very comfortable beds, everything you needed in a kitchen, lovely bed and bathroom furnishings, to the outside seating area ... People also ask Why is Cheltenham so expensive? Is the Hive game good? Feedback Results are personalised - Try without personalisation United Kingdom Haslington - From your device Update location Dark theme: off Help Feedback Privacy Terms Fiona Palliser 1 review just now New Holiday | Couple The Hive was such a good find - we stayed in the apartment and ate in the cafe. Both were excellent! Spotlessly clean, warm, comfortable apartment where attention to detail is evident. Absolutely everything has been thought of - from the electric remotely operated skylights, to every conceivable kitchen item, plenty of crockery, glasses etc so no need to keep washing up/putting dishwasher on, lovely white company bed linen and towels, smart TV with soundbar, underfloor heating in the bathroom, and so on. The cafe downstairs was the best we ate in throughout our week in the area (and we tried a few!). Deserving of it's obviously good reputation, made evident by the number of people in for weekend brunch. Lives up to it's name with the 'buzz' of people enjoying food from the exceptionally good menu. Super friendly owners and staff who were not flustered at all by the busy-ness of the cafe - patient, attentive, efficient service. I highly recommend the Hive for food and/or accommodation.

    - Fiona, November 2025

Summary

  • Please Note: This property only accepts children over 12 years old
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x super king size double with smart TV and en suite bathroom with bath, walk in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king size on the second floor located in the eves (zip/link can be a twin if requested), with smart TV with en suite shower with shower and basin, there is a separate WC and basin. Cloakroom/utility with basin and WC
  • Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner effect fire place.
  • Central heating, woodburner effect fire place
  • Four ring gas hob, double oven and grill, dishwasher and microwave and a large Fisher and Paykel fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine (a few pods are left for guests)
  • Fuel and power inc in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc in rent
  • Patio/terrace with table and chairs for 4
  • Parking for one small car
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • NO CHILDREN UNDER AGE OF 12
  • Shop and pub 0.1 miles
  • Note: This property requires a good housekeeping bond of £250
  • Note: The parking for this property is tricky and this is why it is only suitable for one small car
  • NO WORKING GROUPS PLEASE

The property

No more than a hop from the heart of Stow on the Wold, The Hive is as sweet and gorgeous as it sounds!

Ideal for couples (no children under 12).

A period house with a boutique feel that has undergone the most comprehensive overhaul imaginable, you are surrounded by quality and luxury.

Inside, there is a smart open plan living area, more than ample space for up to 4 people, including an uber-smart kitchen that will allow you to enjoy cooking up a storm!

The views towards the little green and Sheep Street beyond are lovely and for such a central property you are surprised at how peaceful it is.

There are two bedrooms a sublime master suite and a secluded double ( can be a twin on request) upstairs too.

Light and bright it is hard to believe this venerable old building is as old as it is, the clean and simple lines are relaxing and the quality of the fixtures and furnishings is a joy to behold.

The entire experience here is outstanding, we love it.

Whether entertaining at home or taking advantage of the superb choices in Stow, this is an exceptional base to explore the cotswolds. No children under the age of 12. NO WORKING GROUPS PLEASE

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

STOW-ON-THE-WOLD

Bourton-on-the-Water 4 miles; Stratford upon Avon 15 miles.

The highest town in the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, epitomises olde worlde England. This ancient market town has played host to many fairs since the 12th century and today holds a biannual Gypsy Horse Fair, craft fairs and monthly Farmers' market. The vast market square boasts an ancient cross at one end and the village stocks at the other, surrounded by an elegant array of Cotswold stone townhouses, antique shops, tea rooms, traditional pubs, award-winning restaurants and its very own cricket museum. Many walks and cycle rides through the beautiful rolling countryside of the Cotswolds can be enjoyed from the centre of Stow, with the Macmillan Way, Heart of England Way, Gloucestershire and Monarch's Way all running close to the town. Bourton-on-the-Water, known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds' as the River Windrush runs through the centre, lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is one of the most popular Cotswold villages. The Saxon market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and the quintessential English village of Broadway are all within easy reach and make a great day out. Cheltenham (20 miles away) is, architecturally, the most complete regency town in England. A spa town with an incredible range of shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants and pubs, it is famous for its horse-racing festival in March, culminating in the Gold Cup steeplechase. At other times of year, it is host to literature, jazz, classical music, science and food and drink festivals. Oxford, the oldest university city in England and sometimes called 'The City of Dreaming Spires’ has an abundance of prestigious attractions, including the 38 colleges of the university (half of which date back before 1600), the oldest university teaching room, the Bodleian Library, Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers Museums, and Botanic Gardens. Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, Worcester and the waterfront city of Gloucester are also within easy reach, making Stow-on-the-Wold an ideal base.

Note: The external stairs leading up to the property can be slippery in wet weather, and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. Please take care when using them.

Note: NO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 12. The owner does live on site.

Note: This property requires a good housekeeping bond of £250.This amount is automatically shadowed when the booking is made.

Note: The parking for this property is tricky and this is why it is only suitable for 1 small car.

NO WORKING GROUPS PLEASE

Note: The Stow Horse Fair is held twice a year, on the Thursday closest to 12th May and the Thursday closest to 24th October, this is a traditional fair for 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.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas