Title: Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116790000/116788500/116788460/31ffe732.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116790000/116788500/116788460/08c84a94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116790000/116788500/116788460/a7868f84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116790000/116788500/116788460/ac46fde6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116790000/116788500/116788460/09b9fa31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1195 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Fireplace - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage Dara Cottage is a beautiful 16th century, thatched roof, character cottage in Mickleton, a picturesque Cotswold village. Situated in the heart of the beautiful village of Mickleton, Dara is a thatched cottage, steeped in history that sleeps four and has two double bedrooms and a beautiful, private secluded garden. Dara Cottage is an ideal base for exploring the North Cotswolds, Shakespeare country and the Vale of Evesham. Dara is a stunning cottage full of character and charm. Guests enter the property from the garden patio area into the bright and cosy living room. There is a Smart TV, working fireplace, sofa and a comfy chaise longue, offering plenty of seating for four people. Heading through the cottage, takes you to the beautiful dining area which seats four comfortably. Adjacent, there is a fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, full-sized fridge-freezer and Nespresso coffee machine. The stairs to the first floor are by the rear entrance. As you reach the top of the stairs, on your right is the stunning, master bedroom. This has a super comfy double bed with a views of both the garden and the front of the property. Across the hall is the second bedroom which has a lovely small double, fitted wardrobes and a view over the village square. Both bedrooms come with hotel quality crisp cotton sheets, fluffy towels for each guest and complementary toiletries. The bathroom has a walk- in shower with sink and WC. There is also a washing machine available to use. The garden is stunning, fully enclosed and private and has a mixture of plants, grass and patio. There is a good sized patio table for long lunches in the sun shine. there is off-road private parking for one vehicle at the rear of the property. Additional vehicles can park on the road to the front of the property, on a first come first served basis. As this is a traditional Cotswold cottage, there are some low beams and steep stairs, so please be careful. Please no smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property. CHECK IN Check in time is from 3pm but we will try to let you get into the house sooner, if requested. It just depends if we have guests staying the night before. CHECK OUT Check out is 10am, so we can get the property ready for our next guests. Guest access Guests will have access to the whole property, including the private garden. Other things to note My property is managed by Pass the Keys® Cotswolds, led by Tim and supported by Andrea and Caroline. They are based here in the Cotswolds and are able to offer local expertise before, during and after your stay! The team have many years experience in managing Airbnb listings and will ensure my property is professionally cleaned and guest ready ahead of your arrival. They also provide 24/7 guest support. Dara Cottage is a terraced cottage. Guests have full sole-use. Heating, electric, bedding and towels all included. Dara Cottage is strictly no smoking/vaping. As this is a traditional Cotswold cottage, there are some low beams and steep stairs, so please be careful. Chipping Campden is 3 miles away; Broadway 6 miles and Stratford-upon-Avon 8 miles. Many of our local villages are locations for the BBC series, Father Brown. Mickleton sits on the Heart of England Way and the Monarch Way with the Cotswold Way starting just three miles away. There are a plethora of walks in the local Cotswold hills with Hidcote Manor Gardens and Kiftsgate Gardens just a mile away. Mickleton has plenty of village amenities within walking distance, including two pubs and a hotel with bar and restaurant; cafe, village shop, plant nursery, beauty salons, fish-and-chips takeaway (Friday nights). etc. EV Charging is available within the village at very competitive rates. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process. The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay. Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. Pets - not allowed Smoking - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,195 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### 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 and a first aid kit 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. ### Property is also known as 4002391 ## About the area Chipping Campden is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Broadway Tower Country Park and Cotswold Way, while Court Barn Museum and Silk Mill are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Shakespeare County Raceway or Stratford Racecourse. [Visit our Chipping Campden travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Campden.dx7542) [View more Holiday homes in Chipping Campden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Campden-Private-Holiday-Homes.d7542-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.09099%2C-1.76648&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lP7-q9KBQcScDced0_eF2cOMGLQ=) Mickleton ### What's nearby - Cotswold Way - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles - Chipping Campden Church of St James - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles - Hidcote Manor Garden - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles - Kiftsgate Court Gardens - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles - Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 16 min drive - 10.3 miles ### Getting around - Evesham Honeybourne Station - 11 min drive - Coventry (CVT) - 49 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Super Straight Audi Fan Club - ‬6 min drive - ‪Seaspray - ‬5 min drive - ‪Red Lion Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Fish Hotel - ‬11 min drive - ‪Masons Arms - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage located? > Situated in Chipping Campden, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Hidcote Manor Garden and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kiftsgate Court Gardens and St Eadburgha's Church. Chipping Campden Church of St James and Old Campden House are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pass the Keys | Dara Cottage | 16th Century Thatched Cottage Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved the cottage and the sweet yard and were very comfortable there! It was incredible to stay in a place with so much history. We very much appreciated the welcome basket and the thoughtful touches. The location is excellent. Had a wonderful Sunday roast across the street and enjoyed the other restaurants and the bakery in town (Sarah's bakery). A wonderful base from which to explore the Cotswolds. We loved it! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025