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Key Information

  • Sleeps

    5+2

  • Bedrooms

    3 Rooms

  • Min Nights

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  • Children

    Yes

  • WiFi

    Yes

  • Dogs

    Yes
    2 Dogs

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Access

    Stairs

  • Open Fire

About Stepping Stones

Stepping Stones is a spacious, three-bedroom holiday cottage set beside the River Windrush in the very heart of Bourton-on-the-Water. Sleeping up to five guests—with space for two more on a sofa bed—it's the largest of our cottages and ideal for families or small groups travelling together. With the gentle sound of the river passing right outside, and a private patio garden for riverside dining, this is a wonderfully relaxing place to enjoy a break in one of the Cotswolds' most iconic villages. The cottage includes a double bedroom, a twin, and a single bedroom, a downstairs WC, and a family bathroom upstairs with a shower over the bath. The open-plan living and dining space is perfect for time together, and the well-equipped kitchen has everything needed for a comfortable self-catering stay.

Right outside the front door, Bourton-on-the-Water offers plenty to keep everyone entertained. Families will love visiting Birdland Park and Gardens, the Model Village, and the Cotswold Motoring and Toy Museum, all just a short walk from the cottage. Local shops, bakeries and delis make it easy to pick up fresh ingredients, while the village is also home to traditional pubs, riverside cafés, and tearooms with treats for every age. Children can paddle in the shallow water under the stone bridges, while adults enjoy browsing the boutiques or relaxing with a coffee in the sunshine. Free parking is another extra tick to staying at Stepping Stones - it's like gold dust in Bourton-on-the-Water as the village is so small.

The surrounding Cotswolds is full of family-friendly adventures, with walking and cycling routes, wildlife parks, and picture-postcard towns all within an hour's drive. Take a scenic walk to Lower Slaughter, explore the antique shops of Stow-on-the-Wold, or plan a day trip to Cotswold Farm Park, Sudeley Castle or Blenheim Palace. Guests who bring their pets will love that the area offers miles of dog-friendly trails and green space to explore, and it's also great for cycling and touring. With its enormously desirable riverside location, flexible sleeping arrangements, and a garden perfect for outdoor relaxation, Stepping Stones Cottage is a wonderful base for a relaxed, memory-making family holiday in the Cotswolds.

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Owner details:

Cotswolds Cottages by Boundless joined Independent Cottages in March 2025


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Amenities / Facilities

  • Open Fire
  • Waterside Location
  • Off-Road Parking
  • Accessible by Public Transport
  • Cot
  • Highchair
  • Pub Nearby
  • Golf Nearby
  • Kingsize +
  • Garden/ Outside Area
  • Enclosed Garden
  • Smart TV
  • Microwave
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • Horse Riding Nearby
  • WiFi

Location (The Cotswolds)

Accommodation Comprises:

Stepping Stones is a riverside holiday cottage with a traditional layout.

  • Original blackened oak beams, a bay window, and an open fire are all delightful features in the living room. There is seating for everyone to watch the TV with DVD player. The sofa opens into a double bed to accommodate a further two guests if necessary. There's also a dining area that seats five.
  • A separate kitchen features all of the utensils and equipment necessary for a self-catering holiday, including a toaster, microwave, and a freezer compartment in the fridge.
  • There's a handy downstairs WC - a must for a family home!

Upstairs:

  • All bedrooms are on the first floor. These include the primary bedroom, which has a superking or twin full-sized single beds. A travel cot is available to rent for the duration of your stay. Please request this when booking.
  • There's a second large room with two generously sized single beds.
  • A third bed is a spacious single. All beds will be made up for your arrival, and bath towels are provided.
  • The family bathroom has a shower over the bath, WC and a handbasin.

Outside: The cottage has a private, riverside patio garden with an outdoor dining table and chairs. Allocated parking is behind the motoring museum next door.

Additional Information: Utilities, Wifi, bed linen and bath towels are included. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome for a small surcharge. A travel cot and a high chair can be rented for a nominal fee. Smoking indoors is not allowed.

Stepping Stones Tariff & Supplementary Information

Bedroom Configuration:
Sleeps 5+2 in 3 bedrooms (1 King, 1 Twin & 1 Single)
Children:
Yes
Dogs/Pets:
2 dogs welcome
Accessibility:
Unlikely to be suitable for wheelchair users. Please discuss any specific accessibility requirements with the owner
Smoking:
No smoking
Prices for 7 nights:
Please contact the owner for prices
Preferred Arrival Day:
Mon/Fri
Payment Options:
Please enquire with owner
Booking Conditions:
Please refer to the owner for accessibility requirements, booking terms / conditions and cancellation policy.
Please discuss any requirements regarding your pet(s) with the property owner.
Independent Cottages recommends that you take out holiday cancellation insurance.

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Cotswolds Cottages by Boundless
Member Since March 2025

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Stepping Stones 18 Month Availability Calendar

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* Calendar last updated: 4th April 2025
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