Short breaks in Gloucestershire
If you are planning a short break in Gloucestershire, here are some of our cottages which cater for weekend and/or midweek breaks. Please note that some cottages only offer short breaks during low season:
Oakridge (Stroud)
This wonderful property is located just outside Stroud (5 miles) in the heart of the idyllic Cotswolds AONB. The Cotswolds is known for its enchanting villages honey-coloured stone cottages and rolling countryside and Stroud reflects this charm with its historic buildings and cosy atmosphere. Stroud is connected by the restored Cotswold Canals providing a picturesque setting for walks and boat tri...
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6 - Bedrooms
4 - Dogs
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£970.00
Tirley (Gloucester)
Set within a traditional farming village close to the Herefordshire border offering easy access to the open countryside and the banks of the River Severn with stunning scenery just perfect for walking and cycling whatever the time of year. This central location offers easy access into the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley The Malvern Hills and Three Counties Show Ground. Spend a day in the Cotswolds w...
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2 - Bedrooms
1 - Dogs
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£625.00
Blockley (Moreton-in-Marsh)
This charming cottage is located in the heart of popular Blockley a delightful village located in the heart of the Cotswolds. Blockley embodies the quintessential Cotswolds charm with its honey-coloured limestone cottages winding streets and picturesque countryside views. The village has a strong sense of community with lots of events and friendly thriving local pubs. Enjoy the slower pace of life...
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2 - Bedrooms
1 - Dogs
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£612.00
Bream (Coleford)
The traditional working village of Bream is an ideal base for families wanting to make the most of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. An absolute haven for fun seekers with easy access to the cycle trails and down-hill courses that will test the best of mountain bikers abseiling and caving at Symonds Yat (14.5 miles) rock canoeing and a high wire rope course. Also within easy access is The Secret ...
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2 - Bedrooms
1 - Dogs
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£597.00
South Cerney (Cirencester)
Nestled within the Cotswold Water Park a fantastic location for a fun filled break with a great mix of activities available to satisfy all ages. Try your hand at paddle boarding sailing windsurfing or simply head out on a lovely walk around the lakes taking in the picturesque countryside. On site there are plenty of activities to choose from including tennis courts children s play area and indoor ...
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5 - Bedrooms
3 - Dogs
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£765.00
Wotton-under-Edge
Situated just half a mile from the historic and beautiful town of Wotton-under-Edge this is a wonderful place to spend your time ambling through the high street popping into a variety of independent boutiques and picking up some tasty treats from a selection of eateries. Also a beautiful spot for walkers to enjoy the surrounding countryside offering plenty of well-marked footpaths including the Co...
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2 - Bedrooms
1 - Dogs
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£618.00
Winterbourne
This spacious house is set in the heart of Winterbourne which is a large village located on the northern fringes of vibrant Bristol 6 miles from the city centre. There is a good range of local amenities nearby as well as great spots for a walk including the village duck pond and Huckford Quarry nature reserve. The city is steeped in history and has historical and heritage sites like Bristol Cathed...
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16 - Bedrooms
8 - Dogs
3 - From
£2113.00
Redmarley
Enjoying a slightly elevated position with views across the farmland a sympathetically restored traditional barn with original framework and exposed brick work is the perfect location for family and friends wanting to enjoy time together. This beautiful barn sits at the head of the farm offering uninterrupted views across open countryside situated close to the Herefordshire border and within easy ...
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8 - Bedrooms
4 - Dogs
2 - From
£1651.00
Nailsworth (Stroud)
The peaceful hamlet of Watledge is true quintessential England and steeped in history. The cottage shares its name and sits opposite the former watering hole Shears Inn . Nailsworth once an important Cotswold mill town and now a unique shopping destination boasts a wonderful selection of independent shops cafes delicatessens and arts and crafts to suit all tastes along with a fine selection of pub...
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6 - Bedrooms
3 - Dogs
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£1009.00
Bourton-on-the-Water
Otherwise known as the Venice of the Cotswolds Bourton on the Water is one of the most highly regarded Cotswold villages. Located in an Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty attracting visitors throughout the year its central location offers easy access to a host of attractions. The Cotswold Farm Park numerous National Trust properties and gardens. The surrounding countryside provides beautiful walki...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£715.00
Minchinhampton (Stroud)
Set high within the Minchinhampton and Rodborough Common s that are managed by the National Trust this vibrant village is a picture-postcard image of what people expect of a small Cotswold town well served with a selection of nice shops village pub and places to eat. You are well placed for walking surrounded by beautiful countryside Minchinhampton and Rodborough Common with their famous golf cour...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£684.00
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South Cerney (Cirencester)
Located beside the beautiful Spring Lake this wonderful property is ideal for guests looking to enjoy tranquil surroundings and the rolling hills of the glorious Cotswolds. The lake is perfect for water sports with opportunities for water skiing wakeboarding and fun inflatable rides there s also a fully-licensed brasserie onsite. Just a short walk away is the delightful village of South Cerney or ...
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6 - Bedrooms
3 - Dogs
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£673.00
Blakeney
Enjoying an enviable location a short distance from the traditional village of Blakeney well served with a village store and selection of country pubs. Perfect whatever the time of year in springtime enjoy the magnificent rhododendrons and azaleas at Lydney Park Gardens and the carpets of bluebells at Bradley Hill woodlands. Summertime enjoy a cruise along the river Wye or for the little more adve...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£406.00
Woodmancote (Cheltenham)
The village of Woodmancote enjoys an enviable location with the Regency Spa town of Cheltenham on its doorstep and a wealth of walking from your front door including Cleeve Hill with well waymarked paths that will take you across this countryside. With easy access for touring the larger Cotswold market towns to include Bourton-on-the-Water Burford and Stow-on-the-Wold. Cheltenham famed for the Gol...
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2 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£562.00
South Cerney (Cirencester)
This stunning lakeside retreat gives guests the unique opportunity to experience the Cotswolds in complete comfort in an idyllic setting. Part of a collection of beautiful lakes that make up the Cotswold Water Park it s a haven for guests looking to get back to nature and families and friends looking to enjoy the water sports available on the lake. Enjoy the nearby restaurants including a lovely l...
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6 - Bedrooms
3 - Dogs
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£708.00
South Cerney (Cirencester)
Situated in the beautiful Cotswold Water Park this lovely property is ideal for guests wanting to enjoy a range of activities including wind surfing kayaking paddle boarding sailing fishing water skiing wakeboarding and inflatable rides. There s a choice of spa facilities in the De Vere hotel and a great choice of places to eat and drink. The delightful village of South Cerney is a pleasant walk a...
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6 - Bedrooms
3 - Dogs
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£900.00
Coleford
The quaint and bustling community village of Staunton has an enviable position making it an excellent base for exploring the Forest of Dean Wye Valley and Welsh Borders. Nestled in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty surrounded by countryside with many well marked footpaths to guide you through the stunning scenery including the Meend circular route with Moorland ponies and views across the Brec...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£693.00
Cinderford
Set in a tranquil location and located on the same site as Horseshoe View Cottage No 1 and the River View Hideaway annexe. Couples can escape to this cottage and look forward to outdoor adventures in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. A haven for walkers and cyclists there is a myriad of footpaths and cycling routes from the front door. And for those with an interest in wildlife there are several ...
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2 - Bedrooms
1 - Dogs
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£602.00
Bream (Lydney)
Peacefully tucked away in the heart of the Forest this truly unique property was a former cowshed and is brimming with character. The property is conveniently nestled in a prominent position in the valley you are well placed within the fringes of the traditional working village of Bream well served with a traditional village pub two convenience stores coffee shop and chemist post office and fish a...
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9 - Bedrooms
4 - Dogs
4 - From
£1259.00
Lydbrook
An enviable location within the heart of the Forest of Dean on the fringes of a traditional village with shop and two pubs is the ideal base to make the most of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Great for thrill seekers with rock climbing and canoeing at Symonds Yat Go Ape at Mallards Pike and mountain biking throughout the Forest of Dean and Black Mountains across the Welsh Border. Whatever the ...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£608.00
Duntisbourne Rouse (Cirencester)
Found about 3 miles away from the pleasant Roman town of Cirencester this tasteful property is quietly nestled in a courtyard setting. It lies in a secluded village in the Duntisbourne Valley which is perhaps one of the prettiest valleys in the Cotswolds with its Saxon-age village church. There are wonderful views over the unspoilt countryside and enjoyable long or short walks including a section ...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£750.00
Coleford
Enjoying a secluded location within the peaceful village of Broadwell this traditional cottage is perfect whatever the time of year. Broadwell sits a mile north of the vibrant market town of Coleford where guests have access to a range of local shops including a well-stocked deli bakeries pubs and restaurants. The area is renowned for the ancient forests and is a scenic place to explore with lakes...
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6 - Bedrooms
3 - Dogs
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£907.00
Upton St Leonards (Gloucester)
Enjoying a central location within the rural village of Upton St Leonards with a pub and well stocked shop and post office within walking distance and Portway Farm shop for all your local produce (0.7 miles away) this cottage offers a wealth of walking trails from the front door amidst the beautiful South Cotswolds. Join the Cotswold Way at the Painswick Beacon (2.5 miles) or enjoy a leisurely aft...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£606.00
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Winchcombe (Cheltenham)
Winchcombe is a small town with a selection of period properties to admire and a handful of shops to browse as well as tea rooms and pubs. There is so much to explore in the surrounding areas from the vast Cleeve Common with its rare plants to Belas Knap long barrow Hailes Abbey Stanway House and Snowshill. Sudeley Castle is just a short walk across the fields or take a 25-mile round-trip by steam...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£637.00
Cirencester
This delightful rural retreat offers peace and tranquility perfect for those looking for a weekend away in the Cotswolds. Found on the outskirts of the village of Kemble which offers a local shop pub and railway station which runs into Paddington and Cheltenham. Why not take a trip to Cheltenham and enjoy a day out at the races? Within a ten-mile radius you can access Keynes Country Park and a cho...
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2 - Bedrooms
1 - Dogs
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£554.00
Bourton-on-the-Water
Often referred to as the Venice of the Cotswolds the thriving village of Bourton-on-the-Water is a great base for exploring the Cotswolds. Enjoying a great location it is within walking distance of the Motor Museum the Model Village Birdland and for enthusiastic walkers and cyclists there is access to both the Winchcombe and Cotswold Way established paths covering this Area of Outstanding Natural ...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£991.00
Cirencester
This bright and sunny cottage is full of history. It stands adjacent to a Grade II listed manor house close to the local church of St Michaels built in 1770 and is situated in the village of Poole Keynes which is well-served by a local shop and pubs in the nearby Kemble which is on the Paddington to Cheltenham railway line. Within a ten-mile radius is Keynes Country Park and a choice of fishing an...
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4 - Bedrooms
2 - Dogs
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£494.00
Frampton on Severn
The Quintessential village of Frampton on Severn is steeped in history with many pretty cottages that front the famous Rosamund s Green where you can sit by the ponds or watch cricket on The Green perfect for walking with paths in and around the village to include a short walk to Saul Junction where the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal meets the Stroudwater Canal and was a great meeting place for ship...
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6 - Bedrooms
3 - Dogs
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£883.00
Gloucester
With the Gloucestershire Way almost on the doorstep this is an enviable location for walkers and cyclists alike keen to explore the glories of the Cotswolds. You will be well-placed for exploring The Forest of Dean and you can experience a wide array of outdoor activities such as cycling walking horse riding fishing canoeing and kayaking on the River Wye. Or you could explore the River Severn and ...
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2 - Bedrooms
1 - Dogs
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£456.00
Newnham (Blakeney)
This home is surrounded by countryside in the rural hamlet of Awre between the villages of Blakeney and Newnham. It is situated 8 miles from the heart of the Forest of Dean an area steeped in history and natural beauty. Hire bikes from Cannop Cycle Centre (9 miles) to explore the forest enjoy paddleboarding at Mallards Pike (6 miles) or test your head for heights at Go Ape (6 miles). Kayaking and ...
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12 - Bedrooms
6 - Dogs
3 - From
£2055.00