Established in 2017, Bolthole Retreats markets and lets some of the finest luxury holiday properties throughout the Cotswolds, taking in the counties of Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, South Warwickshire and Worcestershire and parts of Wiltshire and Bath and northeast Somerset in the south. We have an ever-growing portfolio of beautiful homes, from cosy cottages that sleep two through to large properties that can accommodate up to 18 guests. We pride ourselves on the quality and location of our properties, offering our guests the perfect home-away-from-home experience in these beautiful areas of the UK.

There is an old quote that says you should never ‘judge a book by its cover’, and this could be true of Ridgeway Farmhouse, with its simple exterior belying the stylish design found within. Surrounded by an expansive wrap-around garden with a wood-fired hot tub, this dog-friendly, four-bedroom house sleeps eight guests in comfort and offers the most glorious views over the Ragley Estate. With fields and trees as far as the eye can see, and historical gems such as William Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and the beautiful Cotswolds within easy striking distance, Ridgeway Farmhouse is the perfect choice for a break in the English countryside. It is the policy of this property not to take bookings for groups where the majority of guests are under the age of 25, or single-sex group celebrations, including stag/hen parties. Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted. If you are staying during a Ragley event there may be some disruption on the surrounding roads used as access to the site. Please check their website for details. 2 well-behaved dogs are permitted at the cottage for an additional fee. Please make yourself aware of the hot tub rules and hours of use. An additional fee applies, and it must be requested at the time of booking.  Please note the hot tub will not be lit on arrival and we are unable to take requests for this to be prepared.

Ridgeway Farmhouse forms part of the Ragley Estate and is ideally placed for attending one of the many events held there throughout the year. The peaceful setting offers beautiful views over the estate to the Cotswold hills in the distance. Pack wellies and walking boots as there are a number of footpaths nearby, including one which skirts Ragley Park, through the estate to nearby Arrow. Head the other way through Weethley Wood for more trails. There are several great pubs within a 7-minute drive and Hiller’s award-winning farm shop and café, which stocks Ragley Estate Meats and boasts a divine cheese counter, is 1.5 miles. Stratford-upon-Avon is only 20 minutes away where you can enjoy world-class theatre at the Royal Shakespeare Company and a diverse array of dining. Supermarkets and Shopping: Hillers Farm Shop (1.5 miles) offers an array of homemade and local produce and includes a deli, excellent cheese counter, Ragley Estate Meats and Hillers Fish Shop. There is a large Tesco, ALDI, and Sainsbury’s in Redditch (7 miles). Most major supermarkets will deliver to Ridgeway Farmhouse. Eating Out: Hillers Café, an award-winning farm shop cafe (1.5 miles) The Fish at Wixford, a quirky and colourful dog-friendly pub (3.2 miles) The Tavern, Broom, a 16th-century pub with open fires and a beer garden (3.2 miles) Walks: There are lots of walks in the surrounding countryside, some from the front door and some a little further afield but worth the jaunt in the car. Oversley Woods is an ancient woodland just 4 miles away, and during springtime is carpeted with bluebells. The Heart of England Forest (8.5 miles) is a new broadleaf forest across Warwickshire and Worcestershire, which has 8 waymarked trails over varying distances and terrains whilst the 27-mile Arden Way loop trail runs through Alcester (3 miles). Places to Visit: Ragley Hall (Events only) (3 miles) Morton Hall Gardens (4.3 miles) National Trust – Coughton Court (5.2 miles)