Family friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Brook Cottage, Lower Brailes

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9.4Outstanding
(29 Ratings)
"A very cosy cottage, with a well presented garden (garden furniture would have been nice as we hit 20 degrees in March and it would have been good not to have to take out kitchen chairs to sit on). ..."
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9.4 / 10
Outstanding(29 Ratings)

Cottage in England

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cottage rental

Brook Cottage is a beautifully presented Cotswold holiday home near Shipston-on-Stour which sleeps four guests, in two cosy bedrooms, with one contemporary bathroom. Built from traditional ironstone, this 19th century cottage has been lovingly renovated to combine period features with modern high end amenities. This quintessential countryside retreat offers a spacious open plan kitchen/diner and welcoming sitting room to relax in whilst soaking up the warmth from the wood burning stove. With a tranquil wrap-around garden, idyllic village location and a multitude of activities on its doorstep, even accepting one small dog, this dog friendly holiday cottage is a relaxing and romantic bolthole to share with loved ones.

Accommodation
This two bedroom holiday cottage in Lower Brailes is perfect for romantic retreats, family breaks or getaways with friends, exploring the North Cotswold countryside, eateries and attractions. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting room
Traditional exposed stone walls, inglenook fireplace with wood burner, Smart TV with Netflix (login details provided), three-seater sofa, two armchairs and two faux leather footstools

Kitchen/dining room
Dining room with breakfast bar, stool, dining table and chairs seating four
Archway through to kitchen featuring a range with two electric ovens, gas hob, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster, Nespresso coffee machine with starter supply of pods, fridge, freezer, Belfast sink, washing machine, iron, ironing board, clothes drying rack and stable door leading to the patio

Cloakroom
Loo, basin and heated towel rail

First Floor
Accessed via steep and narrow staircase (see Finer Details)

Master bedroom (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, built-in wardrobe with drawers, mirror, decorative cast iron fireplace, hairdryer, reading nook with armchair and side-table

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Double bed, wall hooks, chest of drawers and mirror

Family bathroom
Walk-in rain shower, freestanding roll top bath, loo, basin and heated towel rail

Outside
Wrap-around enclosed garden with patio housing an outdoor table seating four. There is a tumble dryer in the outhouse next to the cottage which guests may use

The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 4 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 and under)
Bed linen and towels are provided (1 non-feathered set available on request)
Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars
1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided)
1 small dog is welcome for an additional £40 per booking. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs 
Free WiFi
Mobile phone reception is generally excellent
Smart TV with Netflix (login details provided)
Enclosed garden
Gas central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove
Please note that there is a steep and narrow staircase with a handrail on one side and a bar on the other side for support, this could pose difficulty to guests with limited mobility
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

Things to Note...
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

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10
Outstanding(29 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
A very cosy cottage, with a well presented garden (garden furniture would have been nice as we hit 20 degrees in March and it would have been good not to have to take out kitchen chairs to sit on). The kitchen was well equipped and really lovely (inside the oven could do with a bit of a clean, but didn’t deter from its use). My only criticism would be that it’s in a bit of a need of a refresh. The paintwork, walls are looking a little tired. But again doesn’t detract from it being a cosy house. The beds are super comfy the log burner was excellent. The cosy dining area was perfect for breakfast. Lovely to have lots of Ordnance Survey maps and local walking books. Books to read, games and jigsaws. The George is a short walk up a gentle hill and was very good. The food was delicious. The butcher in Upper Brailes is amazing. The walk from the Church on the paths across the fields to the windmill was lovely (the local farmer, guided us) Theo the log delivery man was so lovely. We met him as we arrived. Although it is on the main road it doesn’t affect the relaxed, calming feel of the house. Highly recommended.
8 / 10Excellent·Feb 2026
A lovely little cottage ideal for our family size with our dog. Beautifully decorated and presented inside and out. I wasn’t aware before it’s on a busy road (maybe my oversight tho) but with a lovely pub who serve fab food it’s in the perfect location. We had a very wet weekend but having a walk in kitchen to take boots etc off and dry the dog was great. We didn’t use the front door as even with the key left in we couldn’t unlock it, not sure why but may need checking out! The only thing I need to say is the stairs are very steep (but lovely) and the bend was tight to get cases up. For me, going down was worse then going up and the hand rails where needed both ways. I would recommend to friends and family. Thank you
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
This cottage is lovely, a very Cotswold cottage. The cottage was about 20-25 minutes drive from Moreton In Marsh station. It Is the perfect size and has an awesome kitchen with many “tools”. The linens provided were upscale hotel quality with thick cozy duvets. These were needed for the chill nights. This doesn’t mean there was no heating. Though it took a phone call to the property manager to fix it. He responded quickly and positively. He also gave us the wood supply that wasn’t in the cottage so that was easily fixed as well. The cottage even had a decorated Christmas tree! If you don’t feel like cooking The George Pub, 3 minutes walk, had excellent food. Very hearty portions and well priced. The cottage garden was equally nice with a fruiting apple tree and was just the right size for our small dog. We may well book a return visit during warmer weather.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Beautiful cottage located in a quaint little village. Had everything you will need for a perfect weekend away with a great little local a few minutes walk up a gentle incline. Would recommend to family and friends for sure .

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Family friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Brook Cottage, Lower Brailes. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Family friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Brook Cottage, Lower Brailes pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Family friendly Cotswold holiday cottage - Brook Cottage, Lower Brailes?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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