Experience the charm of Tetbury at Christmas Cottage, where original inglenook and occasional low beams showcase its rich history. Unwind in the living room with a wood burning stove and Smart TV, or enjoy al fresco drinks on the terraced patio garden surrounded by flowering borders.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Fireplace
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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.
Christmas Cottage - in Tetbury
Christmas Cottage is framed by townhouses of Cotswold stone in the eclectic town of Tetbury. With its grade I listed market house, architectural treasures, antique stores and acclaimed restaurants, Tetbury is a Cotswold treasure.
This three-storey cottage is a treasure trove of delightful features with over two hundred years of history made evident by the original inglenook fireplace and occasional low beam. On the ground floor you'll find a charming living room complete with a wood burning stove, and a spacious kitchen-dining area apt for gathering with friends and family. A light-soaked bedroom and family bathroom can be found on the first floor, as well as a delightful landing with a window seat looking out to the garden, while on the second floor is an elegant second bedroom with views across the rooftops of beautiful Tetbury.
To the rear of the cottage, through the kitchen door and up six stone steps, is an enclosed and private rear garden arranged as a paved patio terrace on two levels. If you’re lucky enough to be at the cottage in May, simply wander outside the front door for a ‘ring-side’ seat at the passing Woolsack Races.
Ground Floor
Hallway: Welcoming you inside is Christmas Cottage’s light and airy hallway, where there’s room for hanging coats and storing boots after long strolls through the countryside.
Sitting room: Wander to your left and you’re greeted by a cosy sitting room complete with a crackling wood burner, soft furnishings and an abundance of natural light. With a serene feel to it, this spot is perfect for gathering with loved ones, flicking on a movie or reading a chapter or two.
Kitchen/dining room: Whether settling down to morning brunch or an evening feast complete with fresh local produce, the kitchen is truly the heart of Christmas Cottage. A place to gather and connect with friends and family, there’s seating for four and all the essentials to keep you happy during your stay. We love the traditional stable door - pop it open on a warm day to enjoy the sounds of nature.
First Floor
Bedroom one: Find sanctuary amid the peaceful surroundings of bedroom one which has a super king-size bed. A place filled with natural light, this serene spot is a place to rest, read and relax after a day exploring Tetbury.
Bathroom: A light and spacious room, the cottage’s bathroom features a polished Cotswold stone floor and neutral tones, giving it a spa-like feeling. A bath with a rainfall shower, lozenge-shape wash basin and gleaming mirror sign off the room with finesse.
Second Floor
Bedroom two: On the second floor is a double bedroom commanding great views across the rooftops to the mature trees along the Tetbury Trail. As the sun sinks across the Gloucestershire skyline, rest on the bed and pull out a book to enjoy the last few hours of the day in this charming spot.
Outside
Immediately outside the kitchen door is a covered passageway with storage space for walking boots and an outside tap for washing off any muddy paws. Wander up the stairs and you’ll find a circular table and four seats, a delightful spot to enjoy a morning coffee or al fresco dining. Outside the front door makes a lovely spot to watch the Gumstool Hill activity go by, and if you’re lucky to be there in May, you’ll have a ‘ring-side’ seat at the passing Woolsack Races. Whilst there is no allocated parking for Christmas Cottage there is free parking usually available on the hill.
Points of Note Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences. Christmas Cottage does not accept infants. The garden is unsuitable for children under seven or guests with any mobility issues, as there are a number of levels and several stone steps. Please do not walk on the flat roof over the kitchen-dining room. The property is situated in a residential area; therefore, in consideration of the neighbours, we respectfully request that noise levels are kept to a minimum after 10pm. 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome for an additional fee of £47 per dog. This fee is not included in the rental price. Please advise us at the time of booking if you are bringing a dog/s and you will be sent a request for the additional fee.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
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: 990 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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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
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Christmas Cottage - in Tetbury pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at Christmas Cottage - in Tetbury?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Christmas Cottage - in Tetbury?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Christmas Cottage - in Tetbury located?
Situated in Tetbury, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Highgrove Shop Tetbury and Chavenage House. Highgrove House and Highgrove House and Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cosy comfortable cottage
Great location with a short work to the shops, pubs and restaurants
We had a very relaxing weekend and loved Tetbury
Highly recommended
Alison M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 Dec 2025
Beautiful Cottage -excellent customer service
This is a beautiful cottage in an excellent location good for both town and country walks. TH house was very well appointed and we had a very thoughtful welcome pack which included mince pies. We had a slight issue with access to documents prior to the stay but this was sorted out almost immediately with the excellent customer service would highly recommend.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
26 Nov 2025
Christmas Cottage Tetbury
Good stay overall in the is lovely property, centrally located in Tetbury. Property comfort, facilities and condition were all excellent. The only disappointment was cleanliness, which was not up to the expected standard of a high end rental like this, especially in the kitchen and bathroom.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
10 Jul 2025
Lovely cottage very clean with all mod cons & great location
Lovely cottage, very clean, with all mod con, & great location would like to return
very cosy& comfortable
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Karen M.
4 Nov 2025
A lovely cottage
We stayed here for two nights at the end of October.
It’s a lovely cottage and a great location. Although, I wouldn’t recommend it if you have mobility challenges (it’s at the bottom of quite a steep hill). It was clean, the furnishings were comfortable and we found everything we needed in the kitchen. We were even left some welcome gifts, which was a lovely touch.
Thank you ☺️
Karen M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Mrs. Anne J. W.
12 Nov 2025
Short break in Tetbury
The cottage is situated in a v convenient central location although parking on the steep hill was difficult at times! It was very cosy, particularly the lounge. Some of the kitchen appliances could do with a bit of TLC - eg the bottom oven door came adrift on first use . The crockery would be nicer if there were enough plates and glasses to match each other! The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was nice with a bath and over bath shower. The instructions left in the cottage need updating - they gave 2 different addresses for the property and inaccurate details on how to use the tv! Despite these minor issues - except perhaps the oven - it’s a lovely cottage which could just be improved with a few attentions to detail!
Mrs. Anne J. W.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
27 Aug 2023
Great cottage
Lovely cottage in a great location, only downside was the oven was not very clean at all when we arrived which meant we could not fully use it.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Julie H.
25 Feb 2025
Cottage in Tetebuy, Cotswolds
Christmas cottage is a beautiful looking cottage within walking distance to all of the amenities and walks, Tetbury trail being one which is worth doing. We were lucky to get parked right out side of the cottage. Some areas of the cottage would benefit a little updating.
The lounge and bedrooms were nicely furnished. The master having a lovely super king bed. Both bedrooms had lovely bed linen and comfy mattresses. Hair dryer was old but worked ok.
What let it down for us was despite stating there would be logs and kindling, there wasn’t. The log burner hadn’t been cleaned out. Kindling arrived very late into the evening on the first night with a knock at the door and two bags left on the door step. No logs.
Lacking a few basic items including only half a loo roll etc in the bathroom or a welcome pack with milk.
We took both our dogs with us but to be honest I don’t think the cottage was suitable for them. As there was only one front entrance which was carpeted. We do always wash and clean our dogs especially if it has been wet and muddy. The garden was terraced with quite steep steps and borders which in summer would look beautiful but in winter blended in with the patio. We took the dogs out to a green area and walk if they needed to go out for a toilet
Effortless initial booking. Very thorough description of property. Wonderful communication with the property manager.Was a very comfortable and welcoming property and well located to the village.
Good way to tour south Cotswolds. Good manager thank you!
Dana Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Dec 2022
Stylish superbly appointed pretty Cottage in wonderful Cotswolds town
Thoroughly enjoyed our time in Tetbury, made even better by our stay in this beautiful and well appointed Cottage - really feels like the Owner cares and ensures everything is there to make the stay comfortable and enjoyable, with a lot of thought having gone in to it,. Beautiful fabrics, well decorated and very warm (it was a misty chilly December!), with bedding, soft towels, well equipped Kitchen, comfortable Sitting Room (complete with some logs for the woodburner).
It is on street parking but we always found a space outside, and it didnt seem that busy in the road (it is no through ) and free long stay public car park anyway a few mins walk.
Would stay again in an instant and am sure we will return in 2023....
Thank you for letting us stay here
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
elaine m.
1 Jan 2023
Good comfortable stay
On a steep slope so be mindful if staying in icy weather conditions or have mobility difficulties.small things like, kettle needed descaling and main oven didn’t work. The garden could have done with weeding and tidying at the front . Window boxes were empty and steps to front door had weeds.
Overall, very cosy cottage. Good stock of games, books and dvds. Excellent wifi and the area of tetbury was pretty and I would definitely stay again
elaine m.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 Nov 2022
Excellent experience
Christmas Cottage was a delightful experience: superb cottage facilities, fully equiped modern kitchen, high standards of cleanliness. Customer service was highly responsive and expeditious in resolving any questions. Highly recommended.