Rockstowes House

Customer rating

4.4★

12 Guests
6 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

11 Customer Review(s)

Jason
July 2025

“RH is a beautiful house, very well decorated and furnished and set amongst incredible English countryside.”

The grounds for the most part are well maintained but there is clearly work still going on and they have an unfinished look about them which spoils the overall effect somewhat. Despite repeated efforts we could not get the hot tub to work. We would also have liked to use the Shepherd's Hut near the hot tub and felt rather messed around in relation to that - the owner (via the gardener, as we were not given any way to contact the owner directly) referred us to Sykes but Sykes said they'd have to ...

The grounds for the most part are well maintained but there is clearly work still going on and they have an unfinished look about them which spoils the overall effect somewhat. Despite repeated efforts we could not get the hot tub to work. We would also have liked to use the Shepherd's Hut near the hot tub and felt rather messed around in relation to that - the owner (via the gardener, as we were not given any way to contact the owner directly) referred us to Sykes but Sykes said they'd have to contact the owner to get permission and in the end we got nowhere with it. In fact because RH is clearly a family home we had a sense of only ever being able to use parts of it (lack of access to the Shepherd's Hut and the little gym, lots of locked rooms in the house itself) which meant it never really felt like it was 'ours' for the week. Also, we really should have been told in advance about the road closure. My mum had to attend a local hospital for dialysis while we were there and the road closure was a significant inconvenience for us, as well as making the trip to the shops to buy provisions much longer than it otherwise would have been. I think we ought to have been offered a discount to reflect this.

- Jason, July 2025
Thomas August 2024

“Thank you for letting us stay in your amazing house!”

Overall it was a great experience and we all thoroughly enjoyed! We had a few issues with water and showering some of the upstairs showers were cold and sometimes no water coming out. We also had a Gardner mowing the lawns and hanging around on the only day that the sun was out so it didn’t feel as private and we weren’t able to relax as much as we would have normally in the ground. It was also an annoyance as we have dogs and kids and having an Indian Iliad person in the group just wasn’t ideal. I I wish this would have been relayed to us and not happened during a stay that we had payed a lot of money for.

- Thomas, August 2024
Gordon July 2024

“Absolutely stunning house, superb location and we had the best time!”

Would highly recommend for any family/group wanting a get together, it was very spacious and private with stunning amenities and views. Would definitely go back!

- Gordon, July 2024
Ben August 2023

“Rockstowes house was the perfect venue for our family of five for our summer break.”

We could have invited guests, but wanted the place to ourselves to have some devoted family time, away from distractions. The house itself was a grand and wonderfully designed and presented work of architecture, while also being warm, homely and superbly spacious and well equipped. The house was fantastically appointed, and the grounds were beautiful. We regularly enjoyed sitting on the patio together taking in the lovely countryside views across the valley. Our children particularly loved the tennis court which was a real treat and the hot tub. We happened to have a week of beautiful weather that really gave us a fabulous time. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend and will be certain to check future availability for a return visit. Ben

- Ben, August 2023
Martin August 2023

“It was a not very clean when we arrived but the house and grounds were fantastic Lovely house and location”

- Martin, August 2023
Charlotte June 2023

“This was an incredible property to stay at, even better than the pictures.”

It was clean tidy and beautifully presented. Booking and comms leading up to the stay were great, ensuring I was always well informed. Only regret is we didn’t book for longer!

- Charlotte, June 2023
Kay May 2023

“A gorgeous house in a lovely location, which suited our three generations perfectly.”

It was very spacious, comfortable and well furnished, except for a lack of wardrobes. There were areas, especially outside, that needed some TLC and the walk to the garden pod is probably impossible for anyone with mobility difficulties.

- Kay, May 2023
Sian March 2023

“We had a wonderful stay at Rockstowes House.”

The house is beautifully decorated and comfortable, there is a lot of space for all guests to enjoy inside and outside. We particularly enjoyed the large kitchen/dining area for socialising and we had a private chef cook for us one evening. A couple of issues we did have was the Wi-Fi not working, limited hot water and the AGA was slow cooking for a large group of people, also no instructions on how to use it. However, we would love to stay here again in the future.

- Sian, March 2023
Paul March 2023

“10th March - 13th March On arriving at the property on the Friday afternoon we were disappointed that the cleanliness of the house was not up to the standards expected for a property commanding a substantial price for a weekend away for a large group When looking round the property to settle in we found dead flies around all the windows and on the floor in every bedroom , not a just a few but a lot.”

Having been informed the house manager had been round in the morning. it was clear the house had not been used for a while and the cleaners had not been in that day to check and also clean if needed. When we spoke with Sykes they responded immediately and contacted the owner who said they would have a cleaner round asap, the cleaner had still not materialized by Saturday late morning. I then contacted Sykes to inform them of this and also the microwave had stopped working, again customer agent informed the owner , we heard nothing back on this for a while so had to purchase a new microwave for the weekend as we had a baby with us that needed this for meals etc . To also note for future guests booking, there is a lack of attention to detail with this property and needs further management re presentation and maintenance for arriving guests such as 1. No toilet paper in many of the bathrooms 2. No kitchen starter pack - Dishwasher tablets and washing up liquid not available , washing up gloves were past there best 3.WIFI - really poor signal, dropped out constantly and the TVs were difficult to connect 4.Toilet cistern top bathroom - broke twice and constantly flowed, we fixed it twice and then gave up on the third time 5.Oven settings on the AGA to low on the hotplates and cannot change which mage it difficult to cook especially when try to entertain 11 guests 6. Tea towels - lack off, need more to be available 7.Bathrooms - Towels were inconsistent some had hand towels some did not 8. Kitchen Plinth coming away from kitchen cupboards As mentioned this property has so much potential but the attention to detail, especially with the housekeeping is lacking and needs to be addressed to ensure that this is a property guests would rave about and leave feeling as though this was good value for the money Paul

- Paul, March 2023
Stuart March 2023

“Our party had a great stay at Rockstowes House, property as described with great grounds and facilities.”

Written documents were very helpful on arrival for things to do near by and tips and tricks such as heating the hot tub and starting the Log burners. On arrival there was a small issue with previous occupants however this was conveyed by Sykes representative and resolved quickly. Great customer service Highly recommend and would stay again in the future.

- Stuart, March 2023
Graham February 2023

“Outstanding house with great facilities in ideal location for us.”

Has the feeling of being loved and lived in by the owners. Only let down by lack of loo roll and dishwasher tablets on arrival requiring us to go shopping -less than ideal for a brief stay. Also time clock for hot water meant luke warm water until 9 am and waiting for boost was annoying.

- Graham, February 2023

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Summary

Six bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x second-floor king-size, 1 x twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x second-floor double
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Snug with woodburning stove
Gas central heating
Everhot electric AGA, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, Nespresso Vertuo coffee maker and wine cooler
TVs, WiFi, selection of books
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available
Ample private, off-road parking on private driveway
Walled garden with lawn and produce
Grounds with lawn, tennis courts and goal posts
Gazebo with furniture and heaters
Raised patio with sun loungers
Hot tub and barbecue area
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.9 miles, pub 1.1 miles
Note: No pets upstairs or in the carpeted sitting room
Note: Due to nearby livestock, pets must be kept on a lead at all times
Note: Check-in from 4pm and check-out by 10am

The property

Dursley 1 mile.

Set over 3.5 acres of land in the picturesque Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the village of Uley, Gloucestershire is Rockstowes House, an impressive, three-storey, detached, Grade II-listed holiday home.

Perfect for a large family gathering or a peaceful break with friends, the house is filled with home comforts and a range of additional amenities including tennis courts, a fabulous gazebo and a hot tub.

A private driveway invites you in, where you can unload your bags near the door.

Inside, a large entrance hall meets you, where a snug with a woodburning stove rests on your left and a sitting room with another toasty woodburning stove rests on the right.

Straight ahead, you will find a well-equipped kitchen/diner home to an electric AGA, dining seating and a skylight, allowing natural light to flood in.

From here, climb to the first floor, home to three beautifully presented en-suite bedrooms to catch your rest in, and up another floor you can find the remaining three bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite and the rest served by a family bathroom.

The outdoor space at this property is what really steals the show; relax in the wood-fired hot tub, dine in the gazebo, unleash your competitive side with a game of tennis or football, or simply unwind on the sun loungers!

When it’s time to explore the area, why not treat loved ones to a meal out?

The charming village of Stroud is within easy reach and ideal for a choice of restaurants and stocking up on the essentials.

Walkers will relish the positioning of this cottage with the delightful Coaley Peak meadow just a few miles away, as well as the luscious gardens at the National Trus’s Newark Park and Highgrove Gardens, which also has a quaint tea room.

Slightly further afield you can find the popular Painswick Rococo Garden, where you can wander the scenic grounds, and the Painswick Beacon, an ancient Iron Age hill fort with a magnificent viewpoint of the stunning Cotswolds AONB.

Make memories that will last a lifetime with a break at Rockstowes House.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £750.

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About the location

DURSLEY

Uley 3 miles; Berkeley 5 miles; Tetbury 10 miles; Stroud 11 miles; Cheltenham 22 miles.

The pretty market town of Dursley is located under Stinchcombe Hill and is part of the 'Cotswold Edge', where long distant views of the Severn Vale and River Severn can be enjoyed. Dursley has a beautiful pillared Georgian Market House, which dates back to 1738, where many markets are held including a very popular Farmer's Market. The Cotswold Way passes through the centre of the town, and there are pubs, including ‘The Old Spot Pub’, which is regularly voted Gloucestershire Real Ale Pub of the Year, shops, restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and a golf course. The waterfront city of Gloucester with it's Victorian docklands, the beautiful town of Cirencester, known as the Gateway to the Cotswolds and the regency spa town of Cheltenham, with beautiful Georgian architecture and famous racecourse are and all within easy reach. There's something for everyone in this unspoilt part of the Cotswolds.

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Rockstowes House

Uley near Dursley, Gloucestershire (Ref. 1119559)

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Reviews & Ratings

“RH is a beautiful house, very well decorated and furnished and set amongst incredible English countryside.”

“Thank you for letting us stay in your amazing house!”

“Absolutely stunning house, superb location and we had the best time!”