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.

Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences. The Granary is a delightful barn conversion set in the heart of a 25-acre Gloucestershire farm on the edge of the beautiful Cotswolds, yet only 4.5 miles from central Cheltenham and within 20 miles of many of the Cotswolds’ favourite attractions. The cottage sleeps four guests across a king-size double and a twin bedroom and has a family shower room and downstairs cloakroom. The welcoming, beautifully appointed living-dining room features a wood-burning stove, original exposed beams and a spacious dining area to comfortably seat four guests. Outside is a private garden with a patio and BBQ. The Granary accepts two well-behaved dogs, has two horse stables and parking for two cars.

The Granary is accessed via Sandy Pluck Lane, a half-mile long, country track, passing open land and neighbouring houses and farms. You will find yourself surrounded by farmland and open country with easy access to walks and beautiful scenery. Guests drive into an immaculately kept courtyard, with the owners’ property to one side, The Granary ahead and its parking area to the right. Behind a tall wicker fence is a private garden with a patio, seating and BBQ. The Granary is ideally located to explore the Central, South and North Cotswolds by car, with easy access to all the major routes and places of interest, including Cheltenham Racecourse (6 miles), Sudeley Castle/Winchcombe (12 miles), Cirencester (14 miles), Bourton-on-the-Water (19 miles), Bibury (20 miles), Stow-on-the-Wold (22 miles) and Burford (25 miles). If you prefer to arrive by train and explore the area on foot or by bike, Cheltenham Spa or Gloucester train stations are just 5 miles from the property. In addition, up to two large stables can be hired, giving guests the opportunity to bring their own horses and explore the beautiful Cotswolds on horseback.