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The Dovetail - Cotswold Living

Holiday home in Gloucester with kitchen

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Dovetail is an interior-designed retreat nestled between Cheltenham and Cirencester. Here, you can escape to the English countryside or unwind as a peaceful sanctuary from city life.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Dovetail - Cotswold Living

A design-led bolt hole for those yearning to escape life's humdrum. Escape to the Cotswolds and enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay at the Dovetail. Interior Designed to perfection, offering guests a unique experience. Conveniently located between Cheltenham and Cirencester, you can use our space as a base to explore to English countryside or simply as a sanctuary to escape the fast-paced humdrum of city life.

Cowley Manor & The Green Dragon Inn are a delightful cross-country walk away and a delicious reward for hitting your step target, come and stay.

We live in the main house, but tend to keep to ourselves unless guests require more interaction or have questions.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Should your party be more than 2 guests, each additional guest is charged at £25 per night. This covers the cost of sheets and additional cleaning.

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

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cheltenham Playhouse and Everyman Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Walks With Hawks and Barnwood Arboretum & Park. JDR Karting and Stroud Bowl are also worth visiting. Visit our Gloucester travel guide
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Birdlip, England

What's nearby

  • Beautiful view of Gloucestershire. You can see all the way to the Malverns and beyond on a clear day like this! Love walking up in summer for a picnic but also in winter for equally amazing views #endlesssummer
    Crickley Hill Country Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • F04AR9 Cheltenham Town Hall, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England
    Cheltenham Town Hall
    13 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse from Cleeve Hill
    Cheltenham Racecourse
    17 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Sudeley Castle which includes a garden, building ruins and heritage elements
    Sudeley Castle
    27 min drive - 22.8 km
  • The Promenade
    13 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Cam and Dursley Station
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Brown Jug
    10 min drive
  • Ruby's Birdlip
    5 min drive
  • Whittle Inn Brewers Fayre
    9 min drive
  • Norwood Arms
    10 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dovetail - Cotswold Living pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Dovetail - Cotswold Living?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Dovetail - Cotswold Living?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dovetail - Cotswold Living?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Dovetail - Cotswold Living located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Crickley Hill Country Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Prinknash Abbey and University of Gloucestershire. Cheltenham General Hospital and Imperial Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Dovetail - Cotswold Living Reviews

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9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

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8/10 Good

Bert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Very peaceful
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

S E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay!

The property was just as beautiful as it appears in photos, so tastefully decorated! It had everything we needed and the bed was like sleeping on a cloud. Irene was super helpful with recommendations etc. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023