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         Country Cottages in the Cotswolds, Bath & Oxford with trout fishing nearby ...

                                              Holiday Rentals in outdoor pursuits areas, some with recreational facilities.


Here is a selection of cottages in peaceful rural areas of the Cotswolds, Bath & Oxford where you can get away and recharge your batteries.
  
Alternatively check out our indexed pages of Cotswold Cottages,  Somerset Cottages or Oxfordshire Cottages by selecting a town or village then display a list of cottages in proximity.
 
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The links to Satellite will open a satellite view of the area around the property - particularly useful to view the country around the property. Is it on the beach front, surrounded by pasture, close to a major attraction, by the river, or close to a busy motorway? The satellite image may be of low quality in some remote areas.

 

The Route links will display a road map showing the route to the property from a major city with detailed instructions on the left side of the display.

 

You can print these maps out to take with you. We have taken every care to ensure that the location of the properties is accurate however we recommend that before you book a property you also check its physical location using the link named "Find this property on a map" in the main property details page that opens when you click either the Property Ref, or the picture of the property on this page.

Remember you can either go on and book a property on-line using the secure process provided by cottages4you, else you can make your booking by phoning cottages4you directly -  From within the UK call Cottages4you direct on their UK phone number: 0870 192 1206..

Occasionally a cottage may be removed from the database before we also remove it from this page - when that happens you will see a message "There was a problem processing your request" when you click the Property Reference or Picture on this page.

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          18758                                      Aston House - sleeps 8                                                              Somerford Keynes near Cirencester                               

 

Shared use of heated outdoor swimming pool
Located about 5 miles south of historic Cirencester in the beautiful Gloucestershire countryside, this mellow Cotswold stone cottage is in an idyllic setting on the development of Lower Mill Estate and Nature Reserve. Here, a private village has been created amongst the lakes and waterways which were once gravel pits. A good sized property with a modern contempory décor, and a lovely decked balcony over a small stream, with views across to the lake. This property is perfect for nature lovers, walk in 450 private acres, home to a variety of bird and wildlife including otter, beavers, deer, fox, owls, kingfishers and swans. The children will love to sail or fish for trout or carp on seven lakes and three rivers.

The heated, outdoor swimming pool is a favourite with families, and the childrens play areas, tennis court and cricket nets will keep them amused. Organic farm shop on site (open 9am-2pm). Shop and pub in village 1 mile.

 

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Holiday Rentals in The Cotswolds, Bath & Oxfordshire with trout fishing nearby - Aston House 18758

Holiday Rentals in The Cotswolds, Bath & Oxfordshire with trout fishing nearby - Aston House 18758

                 

                      

 

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 19211                                Chestnut Cottage - sleeps 2                                                     Location: Quenington, Cirencester                 

A detached stone cottage in the garden of the owner's home. Quenington is situated on the River Coln, where you will find good trout fishing.

There are riverside walks to Fairford, Bibury and beyond. Cheltenham, Burford, Stow and Oxford are within easy reach, as are several National Trust properties as well as Sudeley Castle and Blenheim Palace. Visit the Cotswold Water Park, Westonbirt Arboretum or Shakespeare's Stratford, for an alternative day out. Restaurants, supermarkets and pubs can be found in nearby Fairford. Shop/PO and pubs within 1 mile.

 

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Holiday Rentals in The Cotswolds, Bath & Oxfordshire with trout fishing nearby - Chestnut Cottage 19211

Holiday Rentals in The Cotswolds, Bath & Oxfordshire with trout fishing nearby - Chestnut Cottage 19211

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HC90                           North Farm Mews - sleeps 2                                                                     Stonesfield, Oxford                       

This first floor mews apartment is part of a Manor House, which was featured in Country Life as a fine example of a new but traditional building. Close to Woodstock and Blenheim Palace 4 miles, it is an excellent base for touring. Nature Trail at Finstock, 3 miles.

Trout fishing at Chadlington, 7miles. Sports and leisure centre at Witney, 7 miles. Golf (18-hole), 10 miles. Wildlife Park, 12miles. Historic Oxford is 12miles; whilst Stratford and Warwick (both of which are about 30 miles) are well worth visiting. This is an excellent horse riding area.                             View more Images

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           NAL                                    Capp Mill - sleeps 6 - 7                                                                      Painswick, Gloucestershire

This 17th-century Cotswold mill is delightfully situated overlooking a picturesque trout stream in the beautiful grounds of the owner's home and there is a large exclusive garden, streamside patio and fun fishing for guests.

 It rests in the peaceful valley below the historic town of Painswick which is within easy reach of Cheltenham, Bath and Stratford.
The mill has been cleverly converted with open stonework inner walls, elm beams and charming furnishings, making this an attractive and unusual holiday home

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NQ4                                     The Hunting Lodge - sleeps 2                                                                   Bourton-on-the-Water                                          

This enchanting detached cottage is set in the grounds of a Grade II listed mill house, where guests can enjoy trout fishing in the grounds, and use of the owners' tennis court and outdoor swimming-pool (by arrangement), while outside is a pretty, enclosed garden. It lies close to Riverside Lodge (NVG), with the picturesque Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water only a mile away, with its beautiful old houses and many attractions, including the elegant bridges spanning the River Windrush.

Also nearby is 18-hole golf at Lynham, Cotswold Farm Park, Burford Wildlife Park, and the attractive spa town of Cheltenham, with its art galleries, pump room and museums, all within 12 miles. Ideally situated for exploring the Cotswolds' picturesque villages, NT houses and old market towns. Stratford 35 miles. Pub 1mile.

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NT2                                    La Caleche - sleeps 4                                                                Tarlton, Cirencester, Gloucestershire                           

These attractive properties are situated in the heart of the Cotswold Hills in an area renowned as one of the most beautiful and unspoilt regions of England. With characteristic dry stone walling dividing sweeping sheep pastures, ancient beech woods, trout streams and charming towns and villages of harmonious honey-coloured Cotswold limestone, this location offers unrivalled opportunities for exploration on foot or car.

With such events as the Cheltenham Gold Cup, the Badminton Horse Trials, Fairford Air Tattoo and several music festivals throughout the summer, there is much to do and see year round. A number of internationally famous gardens pepper the county, including Hidcote Manor, Kiftsgate and the Westonbirt Arboretum, whilst NT properties including Chedworth Roman Villa and Sherborne Park are all within an easy drive.

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NU4     Mill Cottage - sleeps 4               NU5     Spinners Cottage - sleeps 4                                             Bibury, Gloucestershire                               

Once described by William Morris as `the most beautiful village in England', these two charming properties have an enviable location, set near the quiant and much-photographed Arlington Row. Spinners Cottage stands detached, while Mill Cottage forms part of Arlington Mill, the historic building which has been used for both grinding of corn and for fulling (the washing of Cotswold fleece).

Views of the water meadow - where wildfowl thrive, and lazy rainbow trout wait to be fed by visitors - can be seen from the properties. Arlington Mill is mentioned in the Doomsday Book, yet the present building dates from the 18th century. Fishing is available on the river.

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Road Maps & Route Planner   -  This AA website gives you the ability to key in the departure location and the destination then display a printable itinerary of the best route to take, how long it will take to get there and service stations etc along the way. We recommend that you purchase a good copy of an English Road Map which you can refer to as you travel.

Weekly bookings and limitations for booking short stays:

Bookings may be made for a duration of 2, 3, 4, 7, or 14 days (some cottage owners may choose not to offer the full range). Stays for 2, 3, and 4 nights are regarded as short stays. Stays of up to one month may be available for some cottages please phone cottages4you direct for more information.
Most weekly bookings run from Saturday to Saturday, unless the property indicates otherwise. Where accepted, 2 night breaks start on a Friday or Saturday, 3 night breaks on a Friday and 4 night midweek breaks start on a Monday.

Bookings for short stays that fall during a public holiday may only be made within 28 days of the public holiday. Bookings for 7 or 14 days where the stay dates include a public holiday may be made at any time. Click here for a list of public holiday dates in England, Wales and Northern Island.  

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Short break bookings for peak times of Cottage occupancy cannot be made until 28 days prior to the Start Date of your stay. June, July, August, and early September are classed as peak times. The schools go back at different times depending on the area. That is why its such a long peak time.

If you wish you can complete your Booking by Phone directly with cottages4you (Holiday Cottages Group Limited):

   Select your cottage and get the Property Reference number online, then phone and make your booking

   -  From within the UK call Cottages4you direct on their UK phone number: 0870 192 1206.

   -  If you are calling from outside England use the Country Code plus 1282 846763. From New Zealand we would call 0044 1282 846763.