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A two-story stone house with a central entrance, a covered patio with outdoor furniture, and a fenced backyard.
Kingsley House - StayCotswold
A cozy living room with a large wooden bookshelf filled with books, a comfortable sofa with cushions, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a fireplace.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A dining room with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1485 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Draycott, Gloucestershire
  • Place, Batsford Arboretum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cotswold Way
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Blenheim Palace
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Moreton-in-Marsh

This cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Church of St. Peter and St. Paul and Batsford Arboretum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Batsford Arboretum - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cotswold Way - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Hidcote Manor Garden - 19 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Warwick Castle - 44 min drive - 32.0 miles
  • Blenheim Palace - 51 min drive - 32.7 miles

Getting around

  • Moreton-In-Marsh Station - 21 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Victoria Coffee House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Volunteer Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Great Western Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Black Bear - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪London bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

fabulous and homely dog friendly holiday cottage - Kingsley House

Kingsley House is a charming Cotswold holiday cottage which sleeps six guests, in three beautiful bedrooms, with two bathrooms. This inviting property is a stunning home from home with a curated art collection, tasteful interiors and spacious living areas. An expansive living room awaits to welcome guests after a long day exploring the Cotswolds; settle into an intriguing book from the collection or retire into the dining room for a home-cooked meal, rustled up in the well-equipped kitchen! The peaceful garden is laid to lawn and the perfect place for your four-legged friend to explore, as Kingsley House is dog friendly!

Accommodation
This three bedroom holiday cottage in Draycott is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting room
Exposed stone walls, gas log effect wood burner, Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only), two-seater sofa, three-seater sofa, armchair and selection of board games and books

Dining room
French doors to garden and dining table with seating for six

Kitchen
Gas range and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, Nespresso coffee machine, washing machine/tumble dryer and two-seater breakfast table

Cloakroom
Loo and basin

First Floor

Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Dual aspect, super king size bed, built-in wardrobe, chest of drawers, full length mirror, two-seater chair, hairdryer, window seat and dressing table
Ensuite with shower, loo, basin and towel rail

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Double bed, chest of drawers and dressing table

Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2)
Two single beds, built-in wardrobe and chest of drawers with mirror

Family bathroom
Bath with overhead shower, loo, basin and towel rail

Outside
Patio, lawn, outdoor seating, charcoal BBQ and bistro table with chairs

The Finer Details
The maximum occupancy for this property is 6 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
Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars
Travel cots and highchairs are not provided, so guests will need to bring these with them
2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
Free WiFi
Mobile phone reception varies depending on provider
Smart TV with Netflix (guests to use their own login details)
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
Please note there is new property management/ housekeeping for 2026

Things to Note...
Please note that  Kinglsey House  is best suited to peaceful, family-style stays. Please take consideration whilst booking as the property is not appropriate for parties, hen or stag groups, or events of any kind
Events are not permitted without prior consent
Either a Security Deposit or payment of an Accidental Damage Waiver is required at this property
Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
Please note there is a third floor that is strictly not available for guest use
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,485 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

645421

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Moreton-in-Marsh, close to Batsford Arboretum, Cotswold Way, and Sezincote House & Garden. You'll also find Cotswold Falconry Centre and St James’ within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at fabulous and homely dog friendly holiday cottage - Kingsley House?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is fabulous and homely dog friendly holiday cottage - Kingsley House good for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Does fabulous and homely dog friendly holiday cottage - Kingsley House have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does fabulous and homely dog friendly holiday cottage - Kingsley House have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Oxford (OXF), which is 25.6 mi away (53 minutes by car). Another top airport is Birmingham Airport (BHX), which is around 29.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at fabulous and homely dog friendly holiday cottage - Kingsley House?

Yes, every cottage at fabulous and homely dog friendly holiday cottage - Kingsley House comes with a patio.

fabulous and homely dog friendly holiday cottage - Kingsley House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay with friends. Beautiful property in lovely location. Perfect for access to popular Cotswold locations and country walks with our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short break in the Cotswolds

We had a very enjoyable, relaxing stay. It is a tranquil spot which suited our group of five adults. The house was clean and comfortable - we would definitely return!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect weekend stay!

My husband and I had a lovely stay at Kingsley House. It was immaculate on arrival and had everything we could need for a wonderful stay. We will definitely be coming back with the family for a longer stay soon! Would definitely recommend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Idyllic KingsleyHouse

Kingsley House made our first visit to the Cotswolds everything we imagined and more. The house itself was warm, inviting, tastefully decorated, comfortable and most importantly, very clean. There was not anything that we needed to have brought as the house supplied everything, down to cleaning items. It was situated in a very quiet area, where everyone we met were friendly and non-intrusive. The information sent to us by Stay Cotswolds was extremely helpful, informative in every way and very straightforward. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Kingsley, cannot rate it highly enough, and cannot wait to visit again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful home for a perfect stay

Kingsley House was a perfect home away from home for our Christmas break. The house was spotless, beautifully furnished, and full of character, with art that made it feel warm and welcoming rather than a rental. We loved lighting the wood burner after a long walk, and the beautifully decorated Christmas tree was a thoughtful touch ! Comfortable, peaceful, and well equipped, with easy parking thanks to the double driveway, perfect for a long weekend getaway.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place. Quiet. Home from home.

Kingsley house was a lovely quiet cottage. It was just like home from home. It was in very good order and the perfect place to spend a quiet week exploring the Cotswolds.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely house and location

Enjoyed our stay in this lovely house in quiet location. Spacious and homely with garden and patio with comfortable garden furniture. Only improvement would be that the garden needs a bit of attention as climber grown right over the back bedroom window.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Central to all locations

House is in a lovely quiet spot and a public footpath close by to walk the dog and then return to enclosed garden. Beds are comfortable and kitchen well equipped.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Relaxing hideaway

We loved our stay at Kingsley House. The location is perfect for us in that it offered a peaceful location near a village with amenities and away from the bustle of well visited and sometimes over popular Cotswold locations. The cottage was well equipped with most facilities you would require. Off street parking was very good. Some minor cleaning and maintenance issues perhaps stopped the cottage getting five stars.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short break over Bank holiday with friends

This house is very comfortable in an ideal location. The places we visited could be reached within 20 minutes. Parking was very good for family sized cars. The house was warm and welcoming. There was information provided on bin collections and what to do and not to do in the house. Outside area provided seating in a pleasant semi wild garden. Lots of bird song. So wonderful. The beds were comfortable with good quality linen. Plenty of hot water in the shower and the bath was great too. One aspect that could be improved upon was the provision of mirrors in the bed rooms and one near the sink to aid shaving. Also remind the cleaner to clean skirting boards and nooks and crannies to facilitate a first class stay. The house overall was clean without a doubt but these extra touches would be beneficial.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Pretty house and surroundings

This is a gorgeous house and setting, let down by cleanliness, dirty pans, and the ingrained dirt around the cooker is awful, it needs a deep deep clean. Garden overgrown and patio had animal faeces so we didn't go out. King size bed in master room has a double sized duvet, which took us time to work out as we never had enough duvet. Cottage is in a beautiful setting, I loved the furniture in the living room and the decor around the house. It's so beautiful and charming, just let itself down. Also this should be know before you go in to the house, we found out after we found the instructions in the house. The bathroom doors are so stiff to open and do not use the locks, you may not be able to get out. I would definitely still come back but should be aware of points above.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Cotswold break

We had a great stay in this lovely house even despite the weather. The house was perfect for the three of us plus two dogs and would thoroughly recommend as it was ideal for a Cotswold break even in January. Due to the terrible weather, we spent quite a lot of time in the house which was very clean and well maintained. We found that the downstairs rooms were a good size and beautifully furnished and we enjoyed the wood burner and the supply of books (including the amazing art books in the downstairs loo). We even made use of the jigsaws. The main bedroom is spacious and light with a good en-suite and the second bedroom suited my teenage daughter very well although she did comment that it needs a mirror. We didn’t use the third bedroom but it looked bigger than it appeared online and I think the furniture has changed slightly from the photos. The kitchen was well equipped and had useful small table in the kitchen which worked well for tea and cake. The location suited us very perfectly and when it eventually dried up, we enjoyed a great walk to Blockley where we found a super cafe/restaurant. We are going to rebook with some friends as there is plenty of space (six people will fit comfortably) and there are still so many walks on the doorstep that we didn’t get to explore. Hopefully, next time we might be able to sit in the garden as it must be lovely in the summer. Excellent communication from StayCotswold before the trip
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Peace and quiet, yet close to an abundance of lovely places and things to do May 2025

Set at the end of a quiet Cotswold Lane with a large gravelled off-road parking area, Kingsley house is perfect for a peaceful and quiet stay, yet close to many places of interest in the beautiful Cotswolds. The house is spacious and comfortable. The kitchen has direct access to the garden and is well equipped for self-catering with a good sized fridge-freezer, large cooker, microwave washer and dryer. Maybe slightly short on pans and serving plates/dished but generally fine. The lounge is characterful with comfy seating and has a TV with many channels and Apps. There is a plentiful supply of games, puzzles and cards plus literally hundreds of books. The large dining room is airy and bright with french doors leading out onto a small patio with a small table and chairs - perfect for a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine... or both! The fenced garden is lawned with deep beds of shrubs and trees and was a little 'lost' when we were there. The garden is private and gets the sun all day. There are cushions in the under-stairs cupboard for the outdoor patio furniture and also clothes dryer/airer, hoover, brushes etc. The downstairs cloakroom is a bonus and full of books on all-things-art! Upstairs, the 3 bedrooms are nicely furnished, the very large main room having a roomy ensuite and walk-in shower. The small double is very pretty but could do with lined curtains to keep out the light. It shares a full, large bathroom with the twin room, which is 'compact' but adequate. Unfortunately the cleanliness did let the house down, but could have been greatly improved with a little more effort. It was certainly cleaner when we left it! Overall though, we had a lovely stay and were close to many places to visit. The Falconry Centre was a big favourite with the children [9 and 7 yrs] as was the Cotswold Wildlife Park. Would definitely recommend Kingsley House. .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

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