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The Hermitage

(Ref. 1101838)

Poulton, Gloucestershire Show on map

Customer rating 4.5

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing
Cleanliness
Comfort
Facilities and Maintenance
  • All reviews
  • lovely (9)
  • comfortable (8)
  • cotswolds (6)
  • stay (6)
  • location (6)
  • few (5)

18 Customer Reviews

  • "We had a great week at the Hermitage, ideally located in the Cotswolds with easy reach of Bath and Oxford and the beautiful Cotswolds."

    The weather was very hot all week, so made touring around easy and picturesque. On arrival housekeeping had not been in. We made a calls to the owners and the Sykes to sort this out. The owners were very helpful even being on holiday themselves ! We got in touch with Catherine at Manor Cottages who managed to contact Housekeeping, who apologised and came out that night to sort this oversight. They sorted it within an hour and then we were in holiday mode ! I was pleased with the help and quick action. Thank you. The Hermitage had everything we needed for the week and we had a great holiday. It's in a lovely village and quiet location.

    Reviewed by Colin5.0★Aug 2026

  • "Fantastic place well situated for the Cotswolds peaceful and quiet retreat beautiful gardens"

    Reviewed by Nisar5.0★May 2026

  • "Perfect way to end our last few nights of our month long European holiday."

    Lovely place to return to after a day of exploring the beautiful picturesque Cotswolds.

    Thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sandra5.0★Sep 2025

  • "The Hermitage is very sweet."

    The cottage is comfortable, cozy and yet also open and spacious. Very good use of space. The bed was large and comfortable and we had plenty of blankets. The light was great in the cottage and we loved sitting at the little table outdoors. It was wonderful. A few of things that need updating- lights in the bathroom need some lightbulbs. We only had 2 out of5 working. Also the coffee maker could use an update. You have to keep an eye on it otherwise it will make coffee until water runs out! My husband liked it but as an espresso drinker I found it more difficult. The door to the bathroom needs to be fixed. It became pretty annoying very quickly. Lastly the direction to the cottage maybe need an update. We knew it was across from the Falcon Inn but we had a struggle to find it so called the owner for help and she rescued us immediately- big thank you to her.

    Reviewed by Pita5.0★Sep 2025

  • "The property was generally clean and the bed was comfortable."

    The shower was really good. The bathroom sink , however, took ages to drain as if there was a blockage which we did mention in the visitors book for the owners to see. The bathroom door is very stiff and, even 'with a good shove' as recommended in the instruction book, I was not able to open fully. A microwave and a freezer compartment in the fridge would have been helpful. We did enjoy our stay though and the Falcon Inn across the road is a real bonus as the food is excellent.

    Reviewed by Jennifer3.0★Aug 2025

  • "Excellent launching location for visiting the Cotswolds."

    Very peaceful environment. It fit our needs perfectly. We had a great time.

    Thank you for your lovely comments, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay in the Cotswolds and we would love to welcome you again soon for another trip away with us. Kind regards Manor Cottages. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter5.0★Jun 2025

  • "The Hermitage is in a lovely setting in a pretty village."

    Unfortunately it could have been cleaner. There were quite a few cobwebs & visible dust under some of the furniture. The kitchen was probably adequate, although most of the crockery was on a shelf under a skylight with quite a few cobwebs. The plates weren’t clean as bits were dropping on them. Two of the plates had not been washed properly & still had bits of food on them. The fridge smelt sour- as if milk had been spilled & not cleaned adequately. I would not have felt comfortable cooking or storing anything that wasn’t sealed in the fridge. The shower was lovely but the bathroom door kept sticking. I know that wasn’t new as I’d seen it in a previous review. Overall we were disappointed.

    Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear that the cleanliness of your stay did not reflect the high standards we strive to maintain. Please accept our sincere apologies for this oversight. We will be addressing this matter directly with our housekeeping team to ensure this is promptly addressed and prevented in the future. Additionally, we will look into the issue with the bathroom door. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alexis2.0★Jun 2025

  • "Lovely place to stay."

    Few things need attention though Bathroom door is very very stiff Heated rail in bathroom really needs mending as it's a bit chilly showering with no heating in the mornings But lovely place to stay

    Thank you for comments - we are glad you have had a lovely stay. We have asked maintenance to attend to investigate and rectify as necessary. Kind Regards, Manor Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Geraldine4.0★Sep 2024

  • "Clean, comfortable and well-supplied."

    Easy drive to Cirencester and other Cotswold villages. Using the post code with Google maps leads to misleading location. Falcon Inn across the street is a real bonus!

    Reviewed by Emi5.0★Dec 2023

  • "Lovely cottage, Only thing missing is a heated airer."

    Thank you for a wonderful stay.

    Reviewed by Richard5.0★Sep 2023

  • "A very well presented, luxurious and comfortable cottage."

    Kitchen and bathroom outstanding. Location ideal for exploring the Cotswolds. We had everything we needed for the week - shame about the weather.

    Thank you for taking time to leave this feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and the local area. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter5.0★Jul 2023

  • "Lovely character property with parking."

    Real fire and modern shower brilliant. Minor things bedding a bit tired and stained on removing covers. No oven gloves as mentioned before and the two mugs both have chips on them. So nearly perfect the points are minors

    Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at The Hermitage and have noted your comments and passed them on to housekeeping and the owner. Best wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ian4.0★Feb 2023

  • "A lovely cottage; very clean and thoughtfully equipped (always a pleasant surprise to have sharp kitchen knives and enough tea towels!"

    ). Everything was comfortable and lovely, and the owners were communicative and helpful.

    Thank you for this lovely review. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be so comfortable. We hope to welcome you again. Character Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anna5.0★Nov 2022

  • "A lovely week in all."

    We had abit of confusion with the recycling as it wasn't immediately obvious until owner came and showed my husband. We used the oven several times, but due to the numbers around the dials being faded, we had to gauge temperature - not a deal breaker but abit of a pain. Also a pair of oven gloves would have been useful. There was only one tumbler glass - a few more would be good.

    Fabulous you enjoyed your stay. Apologies for the confusion with regards to the recycling. We appreciate your comments and will have them addressed. Best Wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Camilla4.0★Oct 2022

  • "Amazing property in an amazing area."

    Wish we could have stayed longer. Had a Nice relaxed stay, couldn’t have wanted anymore out the property, the shower was amazing. We tried the pub next door but found the locals rude when entering & menu not to our taste, so went to mason arms, much nicer. The grounds of the property were kept very nice and was private and secluded. We’ll be back again one day.

    Thank you for your amazing comments on your stay at The Hermitage! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Rori5.0★Sep 2022

  • "Would love to have had access to a clothes dryer as we were there for 10 days, but other than that, a perfect place to stay!"

    Glad to hear you had a perfect stay at The Hermitage, we will look into the clothes dryer. Many thanks Character Cottages. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jacqueline5.0★Sep 2022

  • "Beautiful cottage to relax and unwind for our short break away."

    Excellent facilities and very comfortable. Beautiful village setting with a couple of superb pubs for meals near by. Good location to explore the Cotswolds.

    Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed the property and the location and you experienced some of the many excellent pub in the Cotswolds. Best wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ben5.0★Aug 2022

  • "This is a lovely property in a great location."

    It was spacious, well furnished and the bed was very comfortable. This would be a great place to stay at any time of the year. If I am being picky, a microwave would be handy. There were no toilet rolls or bin bags but I had taken some so it wasn’t a problem.

    We are so happy to hear that you loved the property and the location and that you had a good night's sleep. Your comments have been noted and we apologise for the housekeeping omission. Best wishes, Character Cottages Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen4.0★Jul 2022

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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Open-plan living space with king-size bed, sitting area, dining area
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen.
  • Electric storage heaters with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven, four-ring induction hob, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, hairdryer
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove incl
  • in rent
  • Bed linen and towels incl
  • in rent
  • Highchair and cot available on request
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Non enclosed patio garden with furniture and charcoal barbecue
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 4 miles, pub 0.2 miles

The property

The Hermitage is a romantic Cotswold stone cottage, located in the large grounds of a beautiful manor house in the picturesque village of Poulton.

The property is the perfect retreat for a couple who are seeking some time away from the hustle and bustle of normal life, in the stunning countryside.

Park-up in the private parking space directly outside the cottage and enter through the oak front door, into the beautiful main living space, which consists of a large king-size bed, a dining table, a small sofa and an armchair, a warming wood burning stove and a Smart TV; the perfect room for relaxing of an evening with your loved one with a glass of wine, as you are kept warm and toasty from the stove.

A step leads down from the living area to the well-presented kitchen, which contains all the appliances you require to rustle up a wonderful dinner, to be enjoyed over candle light at the dining table.

Located off the kitchen, the bathroom contains a large walk-in shower where you can enjoy an invigorating rinse, as well as a basin and WC.

Directly outside the cottage, there is a private, non enclosed garden area, where you will find a peaceful patio area, with a table and four chairs, plus a charcoal barbecue to make use of when the weather allows!

Although small, Poulton has a well-regarded pub, The Falcon Inn, which is a traditional British country dining pub with a focus on locally brewed cask ales, an interesting wine list and classic English menu.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the village and venture into the nearby park to admire the stunning scenery.

The village is a short drive away from the Roman town of Cirencester, the largest market town in the Cotswolds, where you will find an array of shops along the Market Place and can brush up on some history at Corinium Museum which shows impressive Roman artifacts that have been well-preserved.

Burford, the “gateway to the Cotswolds” is close by, which is a town with some fantastic shops, restaurants and tourist attractions including Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens, a landscaped parkland filled with nature and also Tolsey Museum, which has local history, culture, and industry collections.

Venture slightly further afield to the wonderful village of Bourton-on-the-Water, which straddles the River Windrush and is affectionately known as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’, where you can view an extensive collection of vintage cars and motoring exhibits alongside historic toys and a gift shop, or enjoy some time amongst the wildlife and discover over 500 birds at Birdland Park and Gardens.

For a romantic stay in the Cotswolds with your dearest one, stay at The Hermitage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

Where you’ll be staying

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POULTON

Fairford 3.3 miles; Gloucester 23.3 miles; Cirencester 5.5 miles; Stow-on-the-Wold 22.1 miles.

Poulton is a small rural historic village situated close to the Cotswolds’ Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, approximately 24 miles south east of Gloucester. Poulton was registered in the Domesday Book of 1086 as Poltone. Historically, the village was part of the county of Wiltshire and for centuries was—physically detached from Wiltshire – an enclave of Gloucestershire. In 1844, Poulton became part of Gloucestershire under the Counties (Detached Parts) Act. Poulton is now home to a community run village shop, a local pub, The Falcon Inn, a traditional British country dining pub serving locally brewed cask ales, an interesting wine list and classic English dishes and a village hall. The thriving market town of Fairford is just over three miles away nestling on the River Coln, and offers many amenities including individual shops, cafes and traditional pubs, as well as hosting a weekly country market offering home grown and homemade produce and country crafts. RAF Fairford is home of the Royal International Air Tattoo, held in July every year, one of the largest military air shows in the world with a reputation as one of the UK's top outdoor family events. Just a short drive away is the beautiful Roman town of Cirencester, gateway to the Cotswolds, which offers excellent shopping, restaurants, ancient buildings, museums and antique markets. The Cotswold Water Park is Britain’s largest water park, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, covering 40 square miles and made up of over 40 lakes. A wide range of activities is on offer including water skiing, cycling, horse riding, boating, golf and fishing and for the nature lovers the park offers an abundance of bird and animal life, all of which can be seen throughout the year on the three nature reserves. A little further afield visit the historic town of Malmesbury with its 12th century Benedictine abbey and Westonbirt Arboretum with an extensive collection of trees and shrubs. The honey-coloured Cotswold towns of Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water and the university city of Oxford are also easily accessible. Poulton is an excellent location for touring this varied area.

Please note that this property has a refundable Good Housekeeping Bond of £150.
Please note no smoking and no pets.


Please note an initial supply of logs & kindling is provided for the property between October until end of March; additional log supplies can be purchased locally.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
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