Aylworth Manor

The rolling green idyll of the Cotswolds, with its postcard-perfect villages in honey-coloured stone, is a perfect match for inns, pubs and B&B accommodation. Staying somewhere with friendly, personalised service and a homely atmosphere will help steer you towards the less touristy activities and sights, where you’re most likely to get the most ye olde English charm. Whether you’re hoping to stay in BurfordStow-on-the-Wold, Chipping Norton, Chipping CampdenCirencester or Broadway, it’s worth considering The Cotswold’s B&Bs when you book your accommodation.

For traditional charm

Stinchcombe House

  • Set in a delightful house in the Cotswolds, Aylworth Manor is a charming, small B&B. Comfortable rooms are decorated with with chintz fabrics, antiques and sash windows. Start the day with a delicious breakfast in the dining room before heading out on one of the many walks starting from the property's lovely garden.
  • Elegant and charming, Stinchcombe Hill House is a delightful country house B&B. Each room is decorated with beautiful ornate furnishings, tasteful artwork and original design features. With beautiful gardens and lovely surrounding countryside, it's perfect for a rural escape. An adults-only base.
  • Windrush House is a guesthouse that sets itself very high standards; impeccably run by friendly owners Kate and Robin. The five stylishly designed rooms feature pretty wallpaper and antique furniture. Start the morning with an indulgent British breakfast, before playing a round at the nearby Broadway Golf Club or visiting the Gordon Russell Design Museum. Children must be 7 years or over to stay here.

For a market town setting

Woolmarket House

  • The Moda House is a welcoming B&B set in the centre of a pretty Cotswold town. Eleven cosy bedrooms are simply styled and feature a scattering of interesting artefacts from the owners' extensive travels. Indulgent breakfasts are served, setting you up perfectly for a day walking in the countryside. For horse enthusiasts, The Badminton Horse trails are held in May and the Beaufort Hunt and Beaufort Polo Club are nearby.
  • Set in Chipping Campden, Woolmarket House is the epitome of Gloucestershire charm. This historic B&B features period details such as wooden beams, exposed brick, tilting ceilings and open fires. Rooms have fine antique furniture and designer fabrics, as well as pretty views. There is a popular Italian restaurant on site, while Cotswold Wildlife Park and both Blenheim and Warwick Castle are nearby for fun day trips.

For a farmhouse stay

Lowerfield Farm

  • Lowerfield Farm is a quaint farmhouse nestled in a secluded spot in the Cotswolds. Traditionally styled rooms are simply dressed with a few choice antiques, chintz curtains and soft hues. Expect roaring fires, indulgent breakfasts, long country walks and a warm welcome. Keen golfers can play a round at the 18 hole Broadway course, with a history going back over 100 years.

For a boutique

The Old Kiln House

  • Tucked between Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds, The Old Kiln House is a delightful B&B in Shipston. Set in a beautiful historic building, the guesthouse offers lovely rooms that have retained their original features, such as wooden beams and exposed brick walls. History buffs can watch a play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford. A Warwickshire gem.

For couples

Abbots Grange

  • Brimming with historical charm, Abbots Grange is a delightful Cotswolds B&B. Each room is elegantly appointed with magnificent four-poster beds and bespoke furnishings. Active couples can make the most of the beautiful walking trails and surrounding landscape, starting right on the doorstep. Ideal for a romantic weekend escape.

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Written by Katie Harris

8 Best B&Bs in The Cotswolds

Windrush House

Broadway

A guesthouse that sets itself very high standards, impeccably run by friendly owners. Five stylishly designed rooms with feature pretty wallpaper and antique furniture. Indulgent British breakfasts on offer. Lovely gardens to relax in. Well located to explore this lovely corner of the UK.

  • Local exploring - Ideal base for exploring the pretty Cotswolds.
  • Country Escape - A stylish country house with charming owners.
  • Great walks - From the doorstep walk the quintessentially pretty countryside.
  • Sights nearby - Visit Stanway House, Sudeley Castle and Broadway Tower.
from £80 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Abbots Grange

Broadway

A delightful B&B in the Cotswolds, brimming with historical charm. Each room is elegantly appointed with magnificent four poster beds and bespoke furnishings. With sprawling Cotswold's countryside on the doorstep, it's ideal for a romantic weekend escape.

  • Country Escape - An ideal country escape with plush fourposter beds and plenty of Worcestershire and Cotswold landscape to explore.
  • Great walks - Make the most of the beautiful walking trails and landscapes in the surrounding Cotswolds.
  • Sights nearby - Take a day trip to nearby Stratford-Upon-Avon, the home of William Shakespeare.
  • Traditional
from £375 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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The Moda House

Gloucestershire (Gloucestershire)

A welcoming B&B set in the centre of a pretty Cotswold town. Eleven cosy bedrooms are simply styled and feature a scattering of interesting artefacts from the owners extensive travels. Indulgent breakfasts are served, setting you up perfectly for a day walking in the countryside.

  • Active Holiday - A charming B&B in a pretty market town with easy access to fabulous walks along the Cotswold Way.
  • Great walks - Find easy access to great walks including the Cotswold Way, the Monarch Way and the Frome Valley Walk.
  • Restrictions on children - Adult only
  • Boutique
from £67 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Aylworth Manor

The Cotswolds (Aylworth)

Set in a delightful house in the Cotswolds, Aylworth Manor is a charming, small B&B. Boasting comfortable rooms and a lovely garden, it's a great place to unwind. Start the day with a delicious breakfast in the dining room before heading out to explore the beautiful Cotswolds surroundings.

  • Quiet
  • Sights nearby - Visit the nearby sights of Sudeley Castle and Broadway Tower.
  • Great walks - The surrounding area is full of lovely walking routes.
  • Tennis Court - Enjoy a game of tennis on the house's court.
from £148 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Lowerfield Farm

Broadway

A quaint farmhouse nestled in a secluded spot in the picturesque Cotswolds. Traditionally styled rooms are simply dressed with a few choice antiques, chintz curtains and soft hues. Expect roaring fires, indulgent breakfasts, long country walks and a warm welcome.

  • Country Escape - A remote farmhouse in the beautiful Cotswold countryside, ideal for weekend escapes.
  • Sights nearby - Visit the north Cotswold villages known for their yellow stone houses and quintessentially British feel
  • Great walks - Take long walks through the picturesque countryside surrounding the farm.
  • Fishing
from £200 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

The Old Kiln House

Shipston-on-Stour

Tucked between Stratford-upon-Avon and the Cotswolds, The Old Kiln House is a delightful B&B in Shipston. Set in a beautiful historic building, the guesthouse offers lovely rooms that have retained beautiful original features such as wooden beams and exposed brick walls. A Warwickshire gem.

  • Local exploring - Perfect for exploring Shipston and the surrounding Warwickshire countryside.
  • Theatre - Take in a play at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford.
  • Sights nearby - Take a day trip to Stratford-upon-Avon, home of William Shakespeare.
  • Great walks - There are great walking routes in the nearby Cotswolds.
from £140 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Stinchcombe Hill House

Gloucestershire (Dursley)

Elegant and charming, Stinchcombe Hill House is a delightful country house B&B. Each room is decorated with beautiful ornate furnishings, tasteful artwork and original design features. With beautiful gardens and lovely surrounding countryside, it's perfect for a rural escape.

  • Great walks - The surrounding area is full of lovely walking routes especially the nearby Cotswolds Way.
  • Sights nearby - Take a trip to nearby Thornbury Castle.
  • Restrictions on children - Adults only.
  • Secluded setting
from £90 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Woolmarket House

Chipping Campden

The epitome of Gloucestershire charm, this historic B&B features period details such as wooden beams, exposed brick, tilting ceilings and open fires. Rooms have fine antique furniture and designer fabrics, with pretty village views. Housing a popular Italian restaurant. A delightful rural escape.

  • Local exploring - Close to the High St as well as popular country walks, historic houses and gardens, museums and galleries
  • Sights nearby - Head to the Hook Norton Brewery and Broadway Tower or for day trips, visit gems like Blenheim and Warwick Castle
  • Great walks - Serious hikers will enjoy the 102km Cotswold Way which starts in the village
  • Restaurant
from £240 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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