Bolthole Retreats was founded in 2017 by Martin McWilliam and is based in Cheltenham. We are the leading independent agency for Cotswold holiday rental properties. We work closely with owners and housekeepers to ensure that guests have a truly memorable stay. We pride ourselves on our local knowledge, whether it be of a local farm shop, cycle routes or events. Our aim is to enable guests to have the opportunity to enjoy authentic Cotswold experiences, from the Cotswold experts, in a lovely Cotswold property that suits their needs.

Tucked away in a conservation area, in the heart of Nether Westcote, Crofter’s Barn is a delightful rural escape, just for 2. This former threshing barn is packed with original features including stunning beams and stone walls and offers space and privacy, both inside and out, in abundance. The interiors are light and airy thanks to the sympathetic conversion into a beautiful holiday home. An impressive Cotswold stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove is a real focal point, whilst a stylish extension enhances the space and brings the outside in. Inside, the open-plan ground floor is spacious and filled with light from the dining room extension, which boasts huge windows on three sides and views of the garden. The cosy living area is warmed by a wood-burning stove and there’s a compact but well-equipped kitchen and a ground floor cloakroom. Upstairs you'll find a spacious and supremely comfortable bedroom and a generously proportioned shower room. To the rear is an enclosed garden and a patio. There's parking for 2 cars on the private drive and a renowned dining pub across the road. Please note additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted. Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.

Perfectly positioned between Stow-on-the-Wold and Burford, Crofter’s Barn is an exceptional spot from which to explore every corner of the region. The old Roman road, the Fosse Way is within a short drive and takes you across the Cotswolds with ease. Supermarkets and Shopping: Upper Rissington (2.5 miles) and Burford (5 miles) have a Co-op and Stow-on-the-Wold (5.5 miles) has a Tesco. Chipping Norton (8.4 miles) has a wide choice of supermarkets including Waitrose, M&S, Aldi, and Sainsbury. Both Burford and Stow-on-the-Wold have a range of unique and independent shops including an excellent cheese shop, art galleries and more. There are also some excellent farm shops dotted around the area. Eating Out: • The Feathered Nest Inn (opposite the barn). Highly regarded with excellent food. Perfect for a real treat as can be a little expensive. • Kings Head, Bledington (3 miles) • The Plough at Kingham (4.5 miles) • The Wild Rabbit, Kingham (4.5 miles) • The Chequers, Churchill (5 miles) Places to Visit: • Bourton-on-the-Water (4.8 miles) • Burford (5 miles) • Stow-on-the-Wold (5.5 miles) • Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens (8.5 miles) • Blenheim Palace & Woodstock (19 miles)