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Leys Cottage Lower Swell

Lower Swell, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
5 star
Sky TV
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Striking, traditional, Cotswolds cottage offering a luxurious retreat in a picturesque location
  • Dine alfresco in the enclosed garden which enjoys far-reaching views across the beautiful countryside
  • Ideal base to explore the Cotswolds AONB with access to some of the area's most popular towns and villages
Property code: OC-92086

Crisp, bright interiors with wooden beamed ceilings make this elegant cottage inviting and comfortable for you and your small family, plus one beloved four-pawed friend. Explore the rolling hills, picturesque villages and historical landmarks in the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty during your tranquil, countryside getaway.

Enter the property through the porch and find yourself in the lovingly decorated lounge with wooden decor, neutral tones throughout and a splash of blue. Sink into one of the two plump sofas in front of the exposed stone fireplace with a warming wood burner. Continue into the white kitchen, which boasts a glossy ‘U’-shaped fitted kitchen beside the contemporary glass dining table with patterned blue chairs. Dine together for breakfast, lunch or dinner while letting the breeze roll in through the glass patio doors. Also on the ground floor is a shower room. Upstairs, you’ll find two king-size bedrooms with en-suites. Outside is an enclosed garden with a BBQ and seating.

Start your day with a scenic dog walk through the Cotswold countryside while staying in the small village of Lower Swell. Enjoy a drink at the local tavern and visit the nearby market town of Stow-on-the-Wold (1 mile), which is dotted with stone-built cottages and has a handful of shops and eateries. Venice of the Cotswolds, Burton-on-the-Water, is 5 miles away, where you can stop for a cream tea and walk along the canals. Spend an afternoon at Sezincote House & Garden (4 miles) or the Birdland Park & Gardens (5 miles), which houses over 500 birds and 50 aviaries.

  • 2 bedrooms – 2 king
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with roll top bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC, 1 shower room with WC on the ground floor
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Smart TVs in lounge and both bedrooms
  • Wood burner in lounge (first basket of logs provided)
  • Enclosed garden with seating area and charcoal BBQ
  • On-street parking to the front of the property (subject to availability)
  • Pub 300 metres, shop 1 mile
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Gem Cole

This property is personally managed by Gem.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ian 26th May 2026

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Lovely cottage, good communication and great location for visiting the Cotswolds. No problem finding parking opposite the cottage.

Reviewed by Lisa 11th April 2026

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Leys Cottage is beautiful and of a very high quality. It is really well located for visiting some of the best of the Cotswolds. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Maxine 21st March 2026

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Beautiful cottage. Absolutely spotless and very well equipped. Lovely garden. Welcome pack and cake were much appreciated. Central heating was effective and wood burner made evenings really cosy. Not ideal for anyone with mobility issues as the stairs are steep and narrow, but for our use we couldnt fault it. The owner, Debbie, was extremely helpfuRead morel. Hide

Reviewed by Gerard 6th December 2025

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Reviewed by Tim 27th November 2025

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We had a fantastic stay at this luxury cottage in the Cotswolds. The house is great for a cosy night in, with a wood burner, well equipped kitchen, big comfy beds and a free standing roll top bath. It's also well located, with great countryside walks and the lovely town of Stow-on-the-Wold just 20-30 min walk away (albeit uphill on county footpathsRead more). Debbie was a great host, leaving us provisions including a delicious cake, and arranged late check out. We couldn't recommend this highly enough! Hide

Reviewed by Darren 7th November 2025

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Reviewed by Maggie 22nd September 2025

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Reviewed by Gary 19th September 2025

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Reviewed by Hayley 15th September 2025

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The cottage was brilliant as always. We did notice black hairs all over the bed sheets and bathroom floors, not sure if this was dog/human hair or from a cleaning tool.

Reviewed by Julia 5th September 2025

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We had a really lovely holiday at Leys Cottage. It is well equipped, very clean and the towels and bedding of a great quality. We had a problem which Debbie responded to and resolved quickly. The location of the cottage is great with lots of sights within easy reach. We missed out on dining in the village pub as we didn't book, expecting out of seaRead moreson to be quiet, however lunch at the Halfway at Kineton was fab! We had a lovely, relaxing holiday and have no hesitation in recommending. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 29th August 2025

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Fabulous cottage and location. Would highly recommend this place - thank you

Reviewed by Helen 11th August 2025

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5 star property Absolutely stunning and just the most fabulous holiday. Had the best time!!!! We will be returning to the property and location as it could not be better. Wonderful dog walks on the door step! Highly recommend!

Reviewed by Toni 3rd June 2025

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Our stay in Leys cottage was wonderful! The cottage is a perfect combination of old, new, charming and elegant. Everything was so nice, from the bedding, to the towels, decorations, and the lovely garden. A truly stunning home.

Reviewed by Maureen 19th April 2025

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Beautiful cottage for a cosy stay in the Cotswolds. Stow is mentioned as walkable but it's a good 25 minutes up a steep hill so not for everyone. Very comfortable sofa and bedrooms with a spacious kitchen area.

Reviewed by Susan 4th April 2025

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Leys Cottage is an immaculate, welcoming house. The plate of patisserie, fresh loaf, eggs, milk etc were a lovely surprise on arrival. We were blessed with a week of gorgeous weather so were able to make full use of the lovely garden and nearby country walks. The beds are very comfortable and the showers great. A wonderful location in easy reach ofRead more beautiful villages. Lower Swell itself is so pretty. Loved the local pub - very friendly and good pub food from Weds to Sat. Thoroughly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Jane 21st March 2025

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A super comfortable and quaint cottage well equipped and exceptionally clean. Comfy beds and super soft towels. We enjoyed sitting out in the garden. The shower en-suite is very small but we managed. The other en-suite is very large but has no full size shower (a decent shower room downstairs though). Facilities were excellent and location great beRead moreing only a few minutes from Stow on the Wold. We had a lovely stay and would recommend Hide

Reviewed by Anne 7th March 2025

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We had an amazing time at Leys cottage, thank you for the lovely welcome pack. It was very much appreciated, we loved the artistic decor! and enjoyed all the home comforts. Thank you Debbie.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 20th December 2024

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Leys cottage gave us the perfect Cotswolds Christmas. The cottage is five star with every detail thought of. A luxury cottage from amazing hosts who take care of you completely. Thank you our break was magical.

Reviewed by Paul 13th December 2024

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This is a beautiful cottage with a very modern interior. It's a nice walk into Stow and there is a lovely pub very close in the Golden Ball Inn. We had a great stay exploring the local area and enjoying the relaxing time we spent in the cottage in front of the fire. A beautiful place to stay!

Reviewed by Gerard 15th November 2024

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Lovely cottage in a good setting, all fittings and appliances first class. Comfortable and cosy. No negatives, great place to stay and explore the Cotswolds.

Reviewed by Andrea 1st November 2024

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Reviewed by Frank 27th September 2024

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As previously stated, a property in a fantastic location , well appointed and standard of equipment and furnishings second to none.

Reviewed by Leanne 20th September 2024

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Such a beautiful cottage well equipped and spotlessly clean . We had a lovely week. very comfortable beds which is always good and the welcome pack was amazing and very appreciated thank you. Would happily recommend this cottage .

Reviewed by Philip 26th August 2024

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Just a boutique, beautiful cottage, complete bliss for relation from the peaceful location with its enclosed garden and fabulous walks right from the doorstep to the luxury bedding and three bathrooms. A yummy selection of cakes and large fresh loaf with delicious butter in a dish ( milk, tea and coffee) all left for our arrival. The cottage had evRead moreerything we deeded and more. The beautiful view from the back bedroom I will remember and the comfort. Huge thank you Lynn B x Hide

Reviewed by Dyfi 21st August 2024

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Beautiful cottage! We had a cosy week and loved Stow on the Wold. Thanks

Reviewed by Simon 8th August 2024

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Lovely cottage, three bathrooms, comfortable, well equipped. Amazing decor. Beds very comfortable. Owner was contactable, very helpful and very nice. Would definitely recommend. Location just four minutes from stow on the wold.

Reviewed by Susan 5th July 2024

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The cottage was very attractive and very stylish. It was all very comfortable with lovely bed linens, towels and furniture. We appreciated the food that was there to welcome us. The garden was pretty and peaceful and we were able to sit out there in comfortable garden furniture. The only adverse comment was that the cottage was located on a corner Read moreof a busy road with car parking opposite, and anyone with a mobility problem could find crossing the road difficult. In all, it was delightful. Hide

Reviewed by Hayley 15th June 2024

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The cottage was absolutely perfect. It was perfectly clean, had brilliant amenities and was beautifully decorated. My entire family thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.