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The Little House on Gumstool Hill

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9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 210 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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Tetbury, England
  • Highgrove Shop Tetbury
    6 min walk
  • Chavenage House
    7 min walk
  • Highgrove House
    3 min drive
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    64 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Little House on Gumstool Hill

Fancy living like a hobbit in Hobbiton on a hobbity hill? Or perhaps you’d like to feel like Gulliver in Lilliput for the time of a weekend? The Little House on Gumstool Hill is as cosy as it gets.

Sitting on the popular Gumstool Hill in the heart of the Cotswolds, The Folly (the cottage) is only a stone’s throw away from the centre of Tetbury. There are lovely walks just outside the cottage along the small river, and all the services are extremely close.

THE SPACE

The cottage features lovely Cotswold stone and roof tiles. It is very small, but comfortable. A paddle space saver staircase leads to the upstairs bedroom. It comprises of a king size bed, a high pile rug (snug for your toes) and two bedside tables (nothing else will fit!).

You can have your breakfast, second breakfast, elevenses, luncheon, afternoon tea, dinner and supper in the kitchenette. Or alternatively you can nip into the local bakery and iconic pubs only a tiny stroll away.
The kitchenette has two portable electric hobs, a microwave oven, a kettle, a toaster, a small fridge and all the necessary kitchenware and cutlery.

WARNING: The space saving paddle staircase is very steep. The cottage is not suited to people with mobility issues.

I will not be present in person, but I will be available 24/7 throughout your stay by phone and through HomeAway messages should you have any questions or concerns.

THE LOCATION

Tetbury has won numerous awards, earning the accolade "Heart of England in Bloom" and "Best Small Town." It was founded as an ancient hill fort, and on the same site was later built a Saxon monastery in 681, most likely by Ine of Wessex.
Today, Tetbury is known as a small hidden gem of an English town, praised for its charming cottages and ivy-clad buildings and cottages, abundance of flowers and greenery, history, wool, antique shops, and historic buildings.
Being in the Cotswolds, a number of lovely and popular walks are available to you, as well as the myriad of cute and iconic villages.

GETTING AROUND

Gumstool Hill is a cul-de-sac just off the centre of Tetbury. There are lovely walks just behind the cottage along the small river and tree lined paths.
There is off-street parking just in front of the cottage. The driveway is small (like everything about The Folly), but your car will fit. If you happen to have a rather large van or a mobile home, there is parking available on the street without restrictions.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Woolsack Races. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, an electric kettle and a desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Woolsack Races and 6 minutes on foot from Highgrove Shop Tetbury

Property manager

Yoann Re

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • Books

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 107.6 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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The Little House on Gumstool Hill Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sally A., Birmingham, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideally located for Tetbury and perfect for a short break.
My husband and I enjoyed an overnight stay at this small but comfortable cottage with our dog. It was ideally situated, a short walk into Tetbury and very close to countryside walks. We had everything we needed and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab location
It’s in a great location and good for a short break. This is our second visit to this property so obviously we were happy to return. Some attention is now needed to maintain good reviews. The sofa and kettle definitely need replacing. The host appears keen to please so I’m sure this will be addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth M.

Just as advertised
We had a few bumps, but the host was very easy to reach. The place is exactly as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jack m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little house
Absolutely lovely little house, was perfect for me and my partner, clean and very cosy. Easy check in details provided by Yoann. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Compact Cottage
Cosy cottage everything you need
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smart little place
Great location right in town. Bottom of a short steep hill with beautiful buildings. House really is tiny but worked well for my wife and I who are not very big. The shower stall is tiny but still manageable. We enjoyed the cute little place. Very unique and location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff W S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little house.
The house is so small, but lovely. It's perfect if for most of the day you want to go exploring. It's in the centre of Tetbury and near to so many towns and villages in the area. Tetbury is nice with a few great puns close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Right
A little place that’s an easy walk to town with a park nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is what it says - central location and small. Steep staircase to bedroom. Lounge/kitchen is very compact with bi folding doors to loo. Perfect for a 1 night stay. We went to Highgrove. Had a coffee when we got in, ate out, slept well and left after breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kings Garden
Perfect stay … I was very comfortable.. place to paint in frt of lg window .. lovely place and a great visit
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Three day escape
Perfect for me ! Great place to paint. Got around Tetbury easily. Too easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Philip G.

Disappointing
Parking is a problem, only a very small car can be parked at the property, double yellow lines have been added while we were there further limiting parking. Not suitable for elderly people very acute paddle stairs making it dangerous. Several places with black mould on the walls, insufficient hot water for a shower, heating turned off too early in the year
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, helpful owner
Mini break in mini property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break with husband and pet.
A very small property. Fit for what we wanted. Great fro walks. Beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jules M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We had a great time and we loved the cottage. It was exactly what we wanted. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming bijou property
It’s small but perfectly formed and has everything one needs for a stay in the heart of Gloucestershire. Plenty of fine bars, pubs and restaurants within easy (uphill) walking distance. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chablis A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Tiny but comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute - but tighter than we thought
The space was clean and well maintained, but definitely tighter than we thought. Bathroom is like a closet. Also - we made the assumption, as a cottage, it was a single dwelling - but it is connected to other homes and the walls are quite thin. It was ok for the night we stayed, but I can't say I would want to stay again. Area is very cute though.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023