North House, in the heart of Bourton-on-the-Water, offers a warm welcome to families and travelers alike. This charming Cotswold stone cottage boasts an open plan living space with comfy seating and dining for four guests. Enjoy sunny days on the large patio or BBQ in the enclosed south-facing garden.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4725 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Two bedroom holiday cottage with garden and off-street parking, Bourton-on-the-Water - North House
North House is a fabulous Cotswold stone holiday cottage which sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. On the ground floor is an open plan living space with comfy living room seating and a dining table. To the rear of the property is a large patio and enclosed south facing garden, perfect for sunny summer days whilst enjoying a BBQ. Upstairs are two well appointed bedrooms and family bathroom.
Accommodation This two bedroom holiday cottage in Bourton-on-the-Water is perfectly suited for family travel and those looking to have pubs, restaurants and amenities within walking distance. The accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor Open plan living/dining room with stairs leading to first floor
Living area Two-seater sofa and two armchairs centred around an ornamental fireplace, two side tables and Smart TV
Dining area Oak effect dining table, comfortably seating four guests, DAB radio and bench seating with storage
Kitchen Compact yet well equipped kitchen with electric oven and four ring induction hob, slow cooker, fridge with small freezer compartment, compact dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine (handful of pods provided), kettle, cafetiere and toaster
First Floor There is an airing cupboard on the first floor landing with iron and ironing board
Master bedroom (Sleeps 2) Double bed, one bedside table with lamp, freestanding triple wardrobe with hangers, fan, hairdryer and dressing table with mirror
Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2) Two single beds, two bedside tables with lamps, built-in wardrobe with hangers, ornamental fireplace and dressing table with mirror
Family bathroom Walk-in rain shower with separate handheld shower attachment, basin and loo - Please be aware that the bathroom has been renovated since the photos and that there is no longer a bath, but a larger shower
Outside Enclosed garden with lawn, flower boarders and patio with bistro table and chairs seating four, comfy garden furniture seating four with coffee table, garden bench and charcoal BBQ
The Finer Details... The maximum occupancy for this property is 4 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 1 additional infant (aged 2 or under) Bed linen and towels are provided - bedding is hypoallergenic Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars 1 travel cot, 1 highchair and 1 stair gate are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided) Sorry, no pets Strong WiFi Mobile phone reception generally good Smart TV Enclosed garden Charcoal BBQ (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use) Gas central heating system The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property
Things to Note... Hen and stag groups are not permitted Commercial, work related and single sex groups are welcomed Events are not permitted without prior consent A security deposit is required at this property Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Cheltenham is home to this cottage. Cotswold Motoring Museum and Fosse Gallery Fine Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and The Model Village. Birdland Park and Gardens and Dragonfly Maze are also worth visiting. Visit our Cheltenham travel guide
Is Two bedroom holiday cottage with garden and off-street parking, Bourton-on-the-Water - North House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Two bedroom holiday cottage with garden and off-street parking, Bourton-on-the-Water - North House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Two bedroom holiday cottage with garden and off-street parking, Bourton-on-the-Water - North House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Two bedroom holiday cottage with garden and off-street parking, Bourton-on-the-Water - North House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Two bedroom holiday cottage with garden and off-street parking, Bourton-on-the-Water - North House located?
Situated in Cheltenham, this cottage is steps away from River Windrush, Cotswold Motoring Museum and Bourton Model Railway Exhibition. The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens are also within 10 minutes.
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Two bedroom holiday cottage with garden and off-street parking, Bourton-on-the-Water - North House Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This is a delightful cottage. Clean, comfortable and an excellent location with parking. A real pleasure.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda C.
3 Oct 2025
excellent location
The cottage had everything i needed (although a washing machine would have been great )
the bed was very comfy and the garden is lovely.
perfect location just a short walk to the river and shops in Bourton on the water
would highly recommend
Had a great time. Nice garden to relax in, and well appointed small home for a family holiday. And the location couldn’t have been better.
William M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
24 Jul 2025
Cosy
Enjoyed our stay. The property was in a prime location, very clean, very comfortable. Small but ok for my sister and me. Would consider returning again and plenty of things to see and do in and around the area. Thanks for letting us share your beautiful home
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Aug 2025
An amazing cottage in a perfect location!
Our stay at North House was nothing but amazing! The cottage was clean, charming and well equipped. We particularly enjoyed being able to play football in the back garden and the basket of board games in the living room :) It is situated right in the heart of Bourton-on-the-Water, a hop & a skip to the cute shops, cafes and beautifully clean river! We would certainly recommend this cottage!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Jul 2024
Beautiful cottage. Fabulous location
Short walk to many restaurants, pubs, cafes, gift shops, bakeries, take-aways, ice cream parlours
Fabulous Co-op, fabulous Motor Museum, fabulous Birdland!
Beautiful village.
My wife and I stayed for a few days. We've visited the area several times and love this location. The cottage is perfectly situated, very clean, quiet at night, offers easy parking for one car directly in front of the home. We would highly recommend this property.
Jason W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
29 Jul 2024
Great Cottage Fab Location
Lovely cottage in the most amazing location for such a beautiful village. Parking outside the front door...great choice!
Lovely cottage in the heart of Bourton on the water. This cottage is perfectly located just one street behind the Main Street that runs through the village so is easily walkable to everything but is also quiet, and the best bit is it has parking. You may be able to fit 2 small cars on we had a suv and this took up most of the forecourt.
The cottage itself is very nicely decorated, the beds were super comfy, the shower was lovely and there is comfortable seating for 4 in the lounge area. The kitchen it small but had everything we needed including a dishwasher and coffee maker with pods provided. Overall a lovely stay
sam j.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 Aug 2023
A Cotswolds Delight
It would be hard to find a better located place to stay than North House in Bourton-on-the-Water. Everything we wanted to do was within a five minute walk and, most things were even closer! The cottage itself was very comfortable and cosy with ample facilities to make our stay with another couple very enjoyable. A great place to stay.
North House has all the comforts of home, in the beautiful village of Bourton-on-the-Water. It's a peaceful haven in what can be a busy place, and it comes well-equipped (although a washer/dryer would have made the offering complete). Would recommend North House to anyone wanting a great location for a Cotswolds getaway.
Myself and my father stayed at North house for the week of cheltenham festival.
North House was a great property ideally located in bourton on water .
I would highly recommend this property for is quality and location within the town
Paul M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
4 Dec 2023
Perfect
The location is ideal, right in village centre. Parking is a bonus. The double bed is the most comfortable I have ever slept in. Looking forward to coming back next year
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
27 Nov 2024
Picture Perfect
The cottage was very welcoming & cosy, perfectly located to experience the village & local sites. A home from home. The owners were lovely and it was reassuring to have their details, they clearly care about service and care for guests staying at North House.
Had a beautiful family trip where we explored, bonded, reconnected with nature and discovered a whole new area. We will definitely be back for more.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Michiel v.
11 Aug 2023
Nice stay in the cotswalds
We had a nice stay at the north house with our family of four. We knew that the house was old and small, so no surprises there. The location is perfect, right in the center of the lovely village. For this high price per night we would have expected nicer and wider beds and more comfortable dining chairs.
All in all a nice stay
Michiel v.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
13 Aug 2024
An amazing stay, highly recommend.
We had the most amazing stay at North House. We are holidaying from Australia, and The Cotswolds was one area we were very keen to visit. Bourton on the Water did not disappoint. The cottage was gorgeous and had everything we needed, it was clean, modern and a perfect layout. We particularly loved the back yard for the kids to run around in. The location was absolutely fabulous - a few doors up from the perfumery, antique shops and one street back from the river and main strip which had restaurants, pub, tea rooms, shops etc. It was one of the best holiday accomodations we have experienced. I can highly recommend this amazing property.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah L.
9 May 2024
Perfect accommodation in a very convenient and idyllic location
When we arrived on a rainy, chilly evening it was very welcoming to find that the heating was on. The house was spotlessly clean and perfect in every way. The bathroom was spacious and modern, the master bedroom was big enough with plenty of storage and a comfortable bed. The property is located on a quiet street minutes walk from many pubs, bars, cafes and restaurants. The kitchen is small, but fully equipped should you decide to cook. The garden was secluded and not overlooked and we enjoyed sitting out on the patio when the weather improved for a couple of days. We have stayed in many self catering rental properties and this is one of the best.
Sarah L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Don R.
15 May 2024
North House Rocks!!
So if you are fortunate enough to have a little time to spend in the Cotswolds-- and you want a lovely cottage a few steps to the water with a beautiful private backyard garden, modern appliances, a parking space in a village with few of them, cozy bedrooms with views, very comfortable sitting space living room to relax, a very responsive owner, all the amenities you could possibly want-- then THIS IS YOUR HOME!. We from the states and spend lots of time in the Cotswolds and find Bourton on the water to be the best central launch point with superb dining and drinking options-- a co-op nearby-- and awesome walking trails-- we hoped to find an authentic home to relax in which is both close to the shopping/eating/pubbing and yet removed enough to not be in the crowded and the North House was everything we could have asked for. THANKS for allowing us to stay and hope we can visit again quite soon.
Don R.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gail C.
18 Sept 2023
Good Position
The location of the cottage was excellent right in the centre, it was comfortable and well appointed. Externally it needs a bit of TLC and is looking a bit tired. The front and rear gardens need attention. Noise from the pub beer garden across the road was a bit intrusive as was the commercial extractor from the Chinese takeaway next door. This was particularly problematic as the extractor started at 12 noon until 1am. Enjoyment of the garden was spoilt due to the excessive noise and the cooking smells. Even with the bedroom window closed the noise could be heard from inside the cottage.
Gail C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Apr 2024
Wow
WOW. I don’t think pictures do this house justice.
It’s on street behind main stretch of Bourton on Water. So when tourists dwindle down you can pop out to take a few unspoilt photos. There are a few tourists walking pass the house but not overlooked. Modern kitchen with all utensils and crockery you will need are provided and we did cook a few times there. Open plan dining and living area really benefitted us with young children. Beautiful garden which we did an Easter egg hunt in.
Shower is powerful and hot. Towels are white, clean and fluffy. Bedrooms been refreshed and bed is soft with plenty of pillows to choose from. Spoke to the hosts and were extremely accommodating with check in and check out times. Having own parking space in such a location was a god send! We drive an X3 and would not have been able to fit another car on the drive, therefore be mindful if you’re planning on parking two similar sized cars. A little on the pricier side but you’re paying for prime location, cleanliness, responsive and accommodating hosts, convenience, all necessary facilities. Have shared north house with friends already!!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephen M.
11 Dec 2023
Excellent stay
Enjoyed a five day stay at North House Bourton on the Water pity the weather was not as perfect as the house. But still a very pleasurable short break in the lovely Cotswolds. The house could not be more conveniently situated, on a cul de sac in the very heart of the village. Despite its central location there was little to no vehicle or passing pedestrian noise. The house is less than a minutes walk from a myriad of pubs, restaurants shops and other eateries. The house was fully equipped for four persons and the tv and wi-fi worked perfectly. The galley kitchen whilst narrow was more than adequate with an easy to use cooker. Full instructions for the heating and all gadgets were available in a folder.The beds, a double and two singles were very comfortable and warm and we enjoyed four undisturbed sleeps. The shower a large overhead type was lovely, hot and powerful set in a large bathroom. Off road parking is a real bonus in Bourton and access and egress posed no problem.
Bourton is a great base for exploring the Cotswolds including Bath, Oxford, Gloucester, Tewkesbury and numerous lovely villages and wool towns.
We have been visitors here every year for the past 20 odd years and never tire of coming.
Overall we had a very quiet and comfortable stay in the excellent property known as North House and I would definitely return to it without hesitation.
Stephen M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
13 Oct 2025
Great location.
Lovely little place tucked away just behind the River Windrush and Bourton village centre.
Decorated and furnished to a high standard and everything you need is provided.
Parking is a great bonus as is the lovely long garden at the back.
Really enjoyed our stay at North House.