Thatch Cottage
In the quaint village of Todenham, Thatch Cottage is a wonderful respite of Cotswold calm. With all the ingredients for a quintessential getaway you are surrounded by original features and creature comforts. Through the charming, thatched entrance you find wooden beams and an inglenook fireplace, beautifully combined with contemporary décor. Each room exudes comfort while the garden allows you to step outside for a breath of fresh air, taking time to yourself with a cup of tea and magazine. Stroll to the nearby farm shop for a taste of local delights, visit the bustling market town of Moreton-in-Marsh and sink into life in the glorious English countryside.
Overview
A stay at Thatch Cottage is just what you need to immerse yourselves in Cotswold life. Begin the day with a breakfast of local produce, visit picturesque towns of golden stone houses and dine beside the woodburner back at your cottage.
The chocolate box exterior is a beautiful introduction to the polished interiors. Your every need has been considered from plush seating in the sitting room, an atmospheric woodburner beside the dining area and sumptuously comfortable bedrooms. Preparing meals in the kitchen you have a backdrop of garden views, beckoning you to dine outside. With wonderful touches of bespoke interior design details seen in the headboards and hidden pantry, Thatch Cottage is a sublime choice.
Spending time outside you will not be disappointed by the cottage garden. Beside a well-kept lawn is terrace dining, and tucked at the end is a quiet bench where you can have a moment of calm.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
Beneath an eye-catching thatched roof, the entrance hall has characterful hooks for storing coats.
Dining Area
The centre-point of Thatch Cottage is the large, open stone inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove. Serving as a backdrop to your meals and a warming addition during the colder months it is a wonderful feature of this home. The dining table can be set to seat all guests with plenty of space to serve a choice of delicious dishes.
Living Room
Separated from the dining area by a beamed half wall, the neutral living room is a snug hideaway. Sink into plumped cushions after a country walk and chat with your group over tea and biscuits to refuel.
Kitchen
Making food prep a more enjoyable affair, the kitchen window looks across the charming garden. Finished in a traditional shaker style, this bright space has been cleverly designed with a hidden pantry, providing extra storage for your stay and hiding away additional appliances.
Cloakroom
The cloakroom is a colourful surprise with wonderful wallpaper adding a splash of personality.
First Floor
Bedroom One
Sitting beneath exposed wooden beams, bedroom one has a luxurious king-size bed. Finished in a delicate blue you are gently lulled to sleep, ready for your adventures again tomorrow.
En-Suite
Cleverly tucked in to the side of the bedroom, the en-suite is perfect for freshening up before heading out for the day.
Bedroom Two
Looking across the garden and with views to the hills beyond, bedroom two is the largest. With a comfortable king-size bed this is a light and airy room.
Bedroom Three
The final bedroom is a twin with extra long single beds providing comfort for all guests.
Bathroom
Oak flooring, a stone washbasin and an exposed wooden beam above make the bathroom a tranquil spot.
Outside
Stretching from the side of the cottage, the secluded garden has a dining area and stone bench beneath a magnificent oak. Framed by the greenery of beech tree hedging this is a wonderful place to spend time outside reading, socialising and playing with the children.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size
Bedroom Two - King-size
Bedroom Three - Twin (extra-long Single Beds)
2 Bathrooms - 1 En-suite Shower Room, 1 Family Bathroom, 1 Cloakroom
Hairdryer - 1
Fire - Logs Are Provided For An Initial Fire (1st October - 31st March)
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 6
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed
TV - Smart
Board Games
Baby/child Equipment Not Provided
Outdoor
Garden
Outdoor Dining Area
No BBQ Available - Guests May Bring Their Own
Parking - Off-road Parking For 2 Cars
On your Doorstep
Just down the lane from The Thatch is Todenham Manor Farm, a family run business with a well-stocked farm shop selling drinks, bakery goods, meat, fruit and veg, deli items and fabulous meal boxes. There is also a café here serving breakfast and lunch.
Eating Out:
- Pit Kitchen, Todenham – street food inspired by classic Turkish dishes cooked over open flames (1.5 miles)
- The Plough Inn, Stretton-on-Fosse – traditional welcoming country pub dating back to the 17th century serving a menu of pub classics (3 miles)
- The Black Bear, Moreton-in-Marsh – stop off for a drink or meal after exploring this market town (3 miles)
- The Red Lion Inn, Long Compton – friendly pub with woodburning fire, stone flooring and exposed walls (5 miles)
You’re truly spoilt for choice when it comes to walks in and around Moreton-in-Marsh thanks to its location on the northern Cotswold Way, a glorious 100-mile walk stretching from Chipping Campden all the way to Bath. En route, you will discover beautiful Cotswold villages, rolling landscapes and incredible views. Useful Links can be found online at Cotswolds AONB walks.
Places to Visit:
- Batsford Arboretum – Home to some of the world’s most beautiful and rare trees, shrubs and bamboos (5.5 miles)
- Sezincote House – A unique, 200-year-old Mogul Indian Palace set in a romantic landscape of temples, grottoes, waterfalls and canals (6 miles)
- Burford – Beautiful Cotswold town on the River Windrush brimming with bakeries, pubs and artisan shops (17.5 miles)
Train - Moreton-in-Marsh Station (3 miles) with links to Oxford and London Paddington
Taxis - AAA Station Taxis, North Cotswold Taxis and Tours, Moreton-in-Marsh Taxi4u
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Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
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- Please note that ongoing major refurbishment works are being undertaken to the Farriers Arms pub, which is adjacent to Thatch Cottage.
- There is off-street parking for two cars on the private driveway to the side of the property.
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Why we love this
- A classic Cotswold retreat, full of character, with a welcoming garden to unwind after exploring.
- Step outside to quiet village life, wander to the nearby farm shop, or enjoy the peaceful countryside on foot or bike.
- Perfectly placed for discovering the north Cotswolds, from Moreton-in-Marsh’s market charm to hidden rural gems nearby.
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The Location
The village of Todenham lies in the north Cotswolds, three miles outside Moreton-in-Marsh, a charming market town. It is a quiet residential village with the towering 12th-century St Thomas a Becket Church at its centre. Just half a mile away guests will find the well-stocked Todenham Manor farm shop, selling specialist food and drinks as well as daily essentials. You will also find Moo’s Café here serving breakfast, lunch and light bites. The village is ideally suited for walkers, cyclists and guests wishing to explore the wider Cotswolds.
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Read our reviews
We absolutely loved our stay at this cosy cottage! The place was spotless, in a great location and looked just like the pictures. We stay in the area each year as our annual friends meet up and we said this was our favourite cottage yet!
Olivia
Cotswolds escape - cute cottage
We stayed here for a few days. There were 6 of us. The cottage was exactly how it looks on the images. It did feel quite small as in parts, with 6 of us there. The cottage was nicely decorated with lovely quality items.
The location was in the north of the Cotswolds. Great for walking. There are building sites both to the side of the cottage and across the road, no work was being complied when we were there. A little walk took you to the farm, which had some animal and a cafe. The restaurant there and the Turkish on down the road looked nice.
The only problem we had was the downstairs toilet did not stop flushing straight away. Housekeeping did not return our calls to inform us if anything would be done about it.
Emma Heaton
October break.
We had a lovely stay at Thatch cottage. It was warm & cosy & the location was perfect. Everything we needed was provided except we could have done with a potato masher. There were a couple of things that need sorting out which were the dodgy caster on the settee & the downstairs loo wouldn’t stop flushing!! Otherwise great Cotswold getaway.
CAROLINE BURNS
Positives and some negatives
Some positives but more negatives
Positives - emails on check in and directions towels and bedding were lovely. Storage good for clothes etc. nice to have dishwasher tablets and fairy etc. cottage is bright and airy, nice to be in such a lovely village - will be good when pub is restored.
Negatives - the water tastes horrible and there should be a note to advise it is undrinkable beforehand. Your hands and hair smell of chlorine. Would be good to have a brita tap or filtered water to drink fitted near sink. Sofa was broken. House not particularly clean, we found others people's socks and a toy in the bedrooms and it needs a good clean around skirtings, plug sockets etc. Sad only six logs supplied for log burner, would be nice to have a full basket at least. You could not adjust temperature in Shower in en suite so the water was scolding!
Frying pan in draw was so black and encrusted - needs changing. Water pressure goes up and down so two people cannot shower at one time.
Normal tv cannot be watched - picture all pixilated. Thank goodness we had a log in for Iplayer and Netflix.
Guest
Great stay, thank you!
Catherine
Well equipped and very comfortable.
Margaret
Thatch Cottage was warm & inviting. So tastefully decorated & very well-equipped kitchen. Lovely to have wood for a fire on a chilly, damp evening. The beds were very comfortable. We & our friends thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Janis
The cottage is very stylishly furnished. The check-in was easy and the contact very nice.
Daniela
This was our first stay in the Cotswold and it did not disappoint. Beautiful surroundings, tons to do for the family and a cracking property and location. The surrounding area had great walks, an excellent farm shop and was very peaceful. The property itself was great. It had a homely feel, was very quiet and has everything you need for a great place to explore the Cotswolds. The local people are very friendly as well and happy to talk with you. I’d very much recommend this property!
Mike
A very well equipped rental with everything you need for a short break.
We all loved The Thatch, which was perfectly located for a wedding we attended. Although beautifully decorated, the only negative was the amount of cushions on the beds in two of the bedrooms and the limited space to store them, which made space quite tight.
Penelope Dunne
We all loved The Thatch, which was perfectly located for a wedding we attended.
Penelope
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Thatch. A gorgeous property situated in a quiet and pretty village. A couple of fantastic local eateries (Pit Kitchen and Todenham Manor Farm) only a few minutes drive in the car. The property was as described and we would certainly return.
Victoria
Great property in a lovely location. Excellently furnished and has everything you need.
Martin
Amazing weekend stay with a couple of friends to hang out and discover the Cotswolds - the house is located in a beautiful village and has been made very cosy and comfortable. We had a great stay!
Fiona
Lovely House
The house was lovely and very clean. It had everything we needed but headroom a bit low in places. For those of you with pacemakers (like me) it has an induction hob so beware! It needs rubber mats for the ensuite and bathroom. Overall very comfortable.
Guest
Lovely Bank Holiday Weekend
We spent a very happy bank holiday weekend here with our kids. The cottage has everything you might need and is so beautifully appointed and designed. There are also really helpful instructions for everything.
Jessica Roberts
A very pleasant stay in a nice cottage with a beautiful interior.
Bolthole Retreats is highly recommended if you are looking for a holiday home in the Cotswolds. From the first moment I opened the website I was surprised by the beautiful, pleasant and informative style. Crystal clear, everything easy to find. That promised quality for the offering. And that turned out to be true.
Now in our second Cotswolds-style holiday home from Bolthole Retreats we experience the same perfection. Everything is there (kitchen equipment, nice showers and bath) for a pleasant stay, pleasantly and comfortably furnished in stylish colors and materials. The first house even with a well-thought-out interior design. Super chic and luxurious.
But most importantly it is all clean and the beds are excellent.
Price-quality is very good, especially compared to another (large) bookingi site.
Koos Van Schie
What a gem!
Beautiful, charming, updated cottage with attention to detail and amenities. Pics are accurate. Well stocked kitchen with tea, milk, coffee to get you started. Comfortable beds, lovely bedding and towels. Nicely updated bathrooms. Conveniently close to Morten in Marsh - less than 10 min drive. Lovely small quaint village, didn't notice shops/pub. Would love to stay again!
Sharon White-Midgette
Superb cottage
Our stay at Thatch Cottage was so very good. The interiors are super and very stylish, all kitchen utensils plus more are provided. We did not have to take anything but ourselves to enjoy this gorgeous property and it is central to the beautiful cotswold towns and villages. Would definitely book again.
Anne Noakes
A real rural gem
The cottage is everything it reports to be. Lovely, very well equipped and presented. Would highly recommend this place.
Only caveat is please be aware that parking is very tight. Really only for one car. With little option to park a second car nearby. Otherwise a great place .
Nicholas Gregory
Short break
We found lighting in lounge/eating area was not bright enough, a couple of the lights needed bulbs replacing. There were quite a few dead ladybirds around and in one bedroom, the one next to the bathroom, there were more around the curtain area. The cottage was comfortable and there was everything you would need in the kitchen.
Guest
Nice location but smaller than expected
The location of the cottage is wonderful. Close from the main attractive place of the Cotswolds.
The cottage is very small and smaller than it appears on the description.
It is well equipped anyway and when we ask for an additionnal kitchen ustensiles we were delivered fast.
Guest
Idyllic cotswolds cottage
The perfect cottage for a Christmas weekend away. Well equipped and beautifully decorated. A mirror in the twin bedroom would have been useful, but no other feedback!
Hannah Oliver
Lovely cottage
Gorgeous cottage, beautiful standard with everything you need for a perfect weekend away.
Only small comment, more mirrors needed in the bedrooms!
Jo Purvis
October 2023
Master bedroom door handle blue tacked on which fell off and curtain window blind missing hook but otherwise fine...
Guest
Beautiful cottage in tranquil location
The cottage is in a very good location in a quiet village which is close to main roads. Shops and restaurants within 3-4 miles.
Beautifully decorated and well kitted out. Quality appliances in the kitchen and plenty of crockery etc good heating and hot water, plus open fire if needed. Any issues were responded to quickly and overall was excellent accommodation and customer service.
Sara Fogarty
A very relaxing bolthole retreat
There were 6 adults and we really loved the cottage. Unfortunately my husband and I drew the short straw and slept in the twin bed room but all 6 of us slept so well and enjoyed very lazy mornings. The weather was perfect which meant we could sit in the garden with our gin & tonics! Lovely local walks and lots of blackberries to pick for apple and blackberry crumble! The cottage was very well stocked. We all thought the photos on the website made the cottage look bigger than it actually was but it was very tastefully decorated and homely and fitted all 6 of us very well.
Caroline Ward
Delightful cottage in good location
Thatch cottage is in a quiet village 10 minutes away from all the facilities of Morton in Marsh. Provided all we needed for a pleasant stay. Very well equiped kitchen and comfortable sofas/ chairs and beds. There was off road parking by the side of the cottage for 2 medium sized cars.
Catherine Harwood
Short break
Lovely accomodation, very comfortable with quality decor, furniture, bedrooms and kitchen appliances etc.
Some gin glasses would be a good addition.
Jeremy Jones
Beautiful cottage in great location
Lovely cottage in a beautiful location only a short walk to a farm shop and lots of lovely footpaths all around. Cottage looked better than the photos, really cosy and well presented. Only issue was communication - an email prior to the stay was unanswered and the contact person did not reply to a text query about the location of firewood.
Guest
Charming, peaceful cottage
Thatch Cottage lived up to our expectations; pretty decor, cosy, comfortable bedrooms, a high-end well equipped kitchen and decent garden for evening drinks.
We particularly enjoyed the peaceful location, with sheep-dotted fields viewed from the upstairs windows, and easy access to Moreton and lots of other lovely Cotswold towns.
We’d like to have tried Scenic Suppers up the road at Todenham farm were we there longer, it looked great. Many thanks.
Elizabeth Wilcox
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