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.

Escape to a 19th century water mill for a family holiday in the Cotswold town of Malmesbury. Arriving across a small bridge over the Tetbury Avon you find an unusual split-level home over three floors with the mill waters running beneath. Slate and wooden floors combined with open brick walls and arch details where the mill wheels once sat keep the character and history of the building alive. The living room fills with the tumbling of the water rushing below and is a homely space with a modern wood burner where you can spend time relaxing after following the riverside walking routes from your doorstep. The open kitchen/diner is spacious and bright with wooden beams and from its raised position has views out to the outdoor space, which is larger than you’ll first think. Each bedroom faces the river to the front of the mill which flows around the house to meet the mill waters. Outside is a triangular garden with a patio and lawned area but follow the wooden bridge and footpath and you will find the extensive grounds beyond. When the weather allows you will spend most of your time here with a picnic watching the children play, enjoying a book while lazing in the grass or cooking up a BBQ feast for the family. This is a wonderful base for exploring around historic Malmesbury and the southern Cotswolds. Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences. 2 well-behaved dogs are permitted at the mill for an additional fee. The mill waters run directly under the living room into the Tetbury Avon in the garden. It is fenced but children and pets need to be supervised. To reach the larger garden at the rear there is an open wooden walkway and a narrow footpath alongside the water. Children and pets must be supervised at all times here and in the garden. Some doorways are low, please mind your head!

Wynyard Mill is perfectly placed for a host of walks no matter what your age or ability. We recommend the Malmesbury River Walk, a fantastic circular walk which you can join directly from the mill’s front door. Following the River Avon as it meanders its way around the outskirts of the town, this gentle 2-mile stroll through Malmesbury’s streets and picturesque fields takes in a host of the town’s ancient landmarks, including Daniel’s Well, Malmesbury’s 19th Century Silk Mills, The Old Courthouse and the pretty Abbey House Gardens, as well as giving you the opportunity to experience the beauty of the riverbanks and the wildlife it attracts. The perfect way to discover this Saxon hilltop town’s rich history whilst enjoying as much fresh Cotswold air as you can.