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.

Middle Barn is the result of a conversion and renovation of three ancient barns in a unique architectural-chic style, with exposed stone, wood and metal softened by natural textiles and inspired lighting. The property sleeps six guests across three double bedrooms and one downstairs twin, with two with quirkily stylish, open-plan ensuite shower rooms. The open-plan kitchen-dining area, the large living room, with its impressive woodburner, and the courtyard patio, make Middle Barn ideal for family or friend get-togethers. Guests are invited to explore the 500-acre farm and 70 acres of private woodland, meet the farm animals, walk the owners’ dogs, go wild swimming, fish for crayfish and have fun in the play area. Outdoor and art experiences can be booked separately. Middle Barn is in the village of Dyrham, 8.5 miles from Bath. Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.

Dyrham is a tiny village in a Conservation Area on the south-west side of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The national 102-mile-long Cotswold Way long-distance walking trail runs through the village (at the bottom of Sands Farm). The village no longer has a pub or shop but does have some very pretty homes built with Cotswold stone, several of them Grade II listed. At the heart of the village is the National Trust’s magnificent Grade I listed Dyrham House. The nearest pub is The Bull at Hinton, 1.5 miles away, a 25-minute daytime walk.