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Church View (Lower Slaughter), Lower Slaughter

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4.5
out of 5
Sleeps up to 8
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2

Church View (Lower Slaughter) is a 17th-century Cotswold stone property sleeping eight guests across four bedrooms in Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire. This historic home offers off-road parking for four cars and makes an excellent base for multi-generational family gatherings. The property features exposed beams, stone mullion windows and a woodburning stove in an inglenook fireplace.

Lower Slaughter ranks among the Cotswolds' prettiest villages. The River Eye flows past honey-coloured cottages. St Mary Church sits next door. The Slaughters Country Inn provides dining steps away.

The ground floor holds a drawing room, sitting room with five occasional chairs, well-equipped kitchen with breakfast bar and dining room with large table.

 

About Church View (Lower Slaughter)

Church View (Lower Slaughter) is a 17th-century Cotswold stone property sleeping eight guests across four bedrooms in Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire. This historic home offers off-road parking for four cars and makes an excellent base for multi-generational family gatherings. The property features exposed beams, stone mullion windows and a woodburning stove in an inglenook fireplace.

Lower Slaughter ranks among the Cotswolds' prettiest villages. The River Eye flows past honey-coloured cottages. St Mary Church sits next door. The Slaughters Country Inn provides dining steps away.

The ground floor holds a drawing room, sitting room with five occasional chairs, well-equipped kitchen with breakfast bar and dining room with large table. A shower room completes this level. Upstairs you'll find a master bedroom with king-size sleigh bed and TV, twin bedroom and bathroom with roll-top bath. The second floor houses two more bedrooms: one king-size with TV, one twin. That's four bedrooms, two bathrooms and multiple social spaces.

Bourton-on-the-Water sits 0.3 miles away (2 minutes). Stow-on-the-Wold is 4 miles distant (10 minutes). Blenheim Palace lies 15 miles away (25 minutes). Cotswold Wildlife Park sits 12 miles off (20 minutes).

Church View (Lower Slaughter) combines period features with modern comfort for groups wanting authentic Cotswolds accommodation. Perfect for families seeking countryside breaks near top attractions.

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Perfect Village Location

Set in stunning Lower Slaughter with the church next door and excellent pub within walking distance for group meals.

Spacious Group Layout

Four bedrooms sleeping eight with multiple reception rooms means everyone gets space to gather or find quiet moments.

Historic Character Throughout

Original 17th-century features including exposed beams, stone mullion windows and inglenook fireplace create authentic Cotswolds atmosphere.

Excellent Parking Provision

Off-road parking for four cars makes arrival and day trips hassle-free for larger groups travelling separately.

Well-Equipped Kitchen Facilities

Kitchen has everything needed for cooking group meals including electric oven, gas hob, microwave and large fridge-freezer.

Beautiful Wrap-Around Garden

Walled garden with lawn, herb garden and large table provides outdoor space for al fresco dining and relaxation.

Getting To Church View (Lower Slaughter)

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Church View (Lower Slaughter) by car, follow the A429 through the Cotswolds and turn off towards Lower Slaughter. The property is easily accessible via well-maintained country roads and you'll have convenient off-road parking for four cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Moreton-in-Marsh, approximately 6 miles away. From there, it's a short taxi journey through beautiful Cotswold countryside to Lower Slaughter.

Off-road parking for four cars
Moreton-in-Marsh station (6 miles)
Easily accessible from the A429

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Bourton-on-the-Water Model Village
Distance: 0.3 miles
GL54 2AF
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens
Distance: 12 miles
OX18 4JP
Blenheim Palace
Distance: 15 miles
OX20 1PP
River Eye Walk Lower Slaughter
Distance: 0.1 miles
GL54 2HR
Bourton-on-the-Water Circular Walk
Distance: 0.3 miles
GL54 2AN
Cotswold Way National Trail
Distance: 8 miles
GL54 1JX
Bourton-on-the-Water Village Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
GL54 2AN
Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square
Distance: 4 miles
GL54 1AB
Moreton-in-Marsh High Street
Distance: 6 miles
GL56 0AZ
Moreton-in-Marsh Railway Station
Distance: 6 miles
GL56 0AA
Stow-on-the-Wold Town Centre
Distance: 4 miles
GL54 1AF
Burford High Street
Distance: 10 miles
OX18 4QA
Bourton-on-the-Water Model Village
Distance: 0.3 miles
GL54 2AF
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens
Distance: 12 miles
OX18 4JP
Blenheim Palace
Distance: 15 miles
OX20 1PP
River Eye Walk Lower Slaughter
Distance: 0.1 miles
GL54 2HR
Bourton-on-the-Water Circular Walk
Distance: 0.3 miles
GL54 2AN
Cotswold Way National Trail
Distance: 8 miles
GL54 1JX
Bourton-on-the-Water Village Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
GL54 2AN
Stow-on-the-Wold Market Square
Distance: 4 miles
GL54 1AB
Moreton-in-Marsh High Street
Distance: 6 miles
GL56 0AZ
Moreton-in-Marsh Railway Station
Distance: 6 miles
GL56 0AA
Stow-on-the-Wold Town Centre
Distance: 4 miles
GL54 1AF
Burford High Street
Distance: 10 miles
OX18 4QA

Is Church View (Lower Slaughter) Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Lower Slaughter offers a safe village setting where children can explore freely. The walled garden provides secure outdoor play space. Bourton-on-the-Water sits 0.3 miles away with the Model Village, Birdland Park and Dragonfly Maze. Cotswold Wildlife Park lies 12 miles distant with over 260 species. The property has a cot available and the ground-floor shower room suits families.
Groups Will Love...
The dining room features a large table where all eight guests can gather for meals together. Combined with the well-equipped kitchen including electric oven, gas hob and large fridge-freezer, this setup makes self-catering for groups straightforward. The breakfast bar adds extra seating. Multiple reception rooms mean groups can split up or come together as desired throughout the day.
Pet Friendly
Church View (Lower Slaughter) does not accept pets. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy year-round. If you're travelling with dogs, you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the area. Many other Manor Cottages properties do welcome pets, so it's worth checking their collection for pet-friendly alternatives in the Cotswolds region.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Church View (Lower Slaughter)

The Slaughters Country Inn

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: GL54 2HS

The Mousetrap Inn

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: GL54 2HN

The Old Bakery Tearoom

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: GL54 2DN

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Church View (Lower Slaughter)

Is Church View (Lower Slaughter) pet friendly?
No, this property does not accept pets. The owners maintain a strict no-pets policy throughout the year.
How many cars can park at the property?
The property provides off-road parking for four cars. This makes it particularly convenient for larger groups arriving in multiple vehicles.
What sleeping arrangements are available?
There are four bedrooms sleeping eight: two king-size rooms (one with sleigh bed) and two twin rooms. All bedrooms feature period details and comfortable furnishings.
Are there enough bathrooms for eight guests?
The property has two bathrooms: a ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower and a first-floor bathroom with roll-top bath and shower over.
What cooking facilities does the kitchen have?
The well-equipped kitchen includes an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge-freezer and breakfast bar. The ornamental AGA is not operational.
Is the property suitable for multi-generational families?
Yes, the layout works brilliantly for families with ground-floor shower room, multiple living spaces and bedrooms spread across three floors. The dining table seats everyone comfortably.
What's included in the rental price?
Bed linen, towels, fuel, power and starter pack for the woodburning stove are all included. WiFi and central heating are provided throughout.
How close are local shops and restaurants?
The Slaughters Country Inn sits next door for meals and drinks. Bourton-on-the-Water is 0.3 miles away with supermarkets, shops and cafes.

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Church View (Lower Slaughter) Reviews

The house was great and service very good. Our only minor niggle is that the upstairs shower was a bit lame. More of a trickle. Either way, I would happily stay again. Thanks
Our two groups loved staying at this home. It had everything that we could need for our week stay. The location was perfect for day trips to Oxford, Blenheim Palace, Burford and Stowe on Wold. We also enjoyed the walks to Bourton on the Watee and around the house. It is a beautiful home and very comfortable. We hope to return one day.
Such a lovely property. Welcome pack was much appreciated. Kitchen is very well equipped. Clean and comfortable and suited our needs well. Really enjoyed our stay in this well cared for cottage.
There were some cobwebs and mouse droppings in the kitchen and the twin bedroom on the first floor to be aware of.
Kathryn
Excellent location and beautiful space for a family gathering. Well equipped kitchen to make food in also.
Perfect house in a perfect location! Could not fault it.Facilities and space are great and everything we needed was provided for a 3 night stay.
Alexia
A family holiday consisting of three generations. A wonderful holiday cottage full of character and charm. We ordered an online Sainsburys shop, delivered to the property upon arrival make sure you write in comments to deliver to the rear or the property this helped them not take the wrong turn to the front !. Wonderful clean property, beds really comfy enough space for all the family to enjoy and not to feel ontop of each other. Games for children and great channels on the tv for all to enjoy. We had an issue with heating on the first evening, wifi nest dropping out .. but Sykes out of hours came to the rescue and sent some one out to help .. they turned up with extra wood for the log burner as a back up .. was soon back on so all good. Note to anyone with mobility issues.. stairs can be a bit steep in places and low beams on upper floor .. my 6ft 5in son managed to duck to gain access to upper floor but those less agile and tall may find this a bit of a challenge. Beautiful house, grounds & village, we made lovely memories as a family just wish we couldve stayed longer to explore.
We had a great stay and are sorry we didn't get round to writing in the visitors book. Unfortunately I broke my elbow during our stay not at the cottage so there was a bit of toing and froing to hospital! Happy for the following to be published The location of the cottage is absolutely fantastic pretty and quiet village, no traffic concerns unlike nearby StowontheWold, great pub next door, gorgeous church view, and great to have parking for 4 cars. Cottage was very well appointed there was nothing we needed that we didn't find. The stairs are definitely a bit of a challenge for older people and young children but this is made clear in the listing. The garden was wonderful. It would have been nice to maybe have some cushions or more comfortable garden chairs. Also a shame the only direct access to the garden from the house was blocked off by the conservatory which we didn't have access to. It would have been great to have a few garden games to use boules, croquet maybe... My only criticism would be that the directions could have been better. I think it mentioned that the access road was just on or after the bend after the church but don't think it said which side of the road and since the sign at the entrance to the driveway says 'Steeple View' we all assumed this was a private drive to that house only. Just mentioning this house sign in the directions would be very helpful. Communication with Character Cottages was good. The inflexible cancellation policy would not make this company my first choice in future.
Generally I thought the cottage was very well set up although, as an induction hob user, I found the gas hob frustratingly slow when cooking for 810 people. We were 2 grandparents and my son and daughter in law from Australia with 4 children aged between 5 and 9 who are energetic and intelligent but not badly behaved. I would not holiday in Lower Slaughter again. I found the locals pretty standoffish especially in the presence of the children. We spend a lot of time in Cumbria where the locals are actually friendly!. Also its a bit too chocolate boxish for me. On the other hand, lots of things for families to do in the area and the children had a good time.
The cottage was very clean and well equipped, we had a lovely relaxing time with old friends of over 30 years. Would definitely recommend although the stairs are not suitable for anyone with mobility issues.
Andrew
Great stay in a beautiful location, the cottage has all the facilities you require with a lovely garden. The cottage is spacious and clean. I would certainly visit again.
Christine
The location of the property was lovely. However, we were very upset and disappointed at the uncleanliness and shabbiness of Church View. The garden furniture certainly needs replacing with broken chair and unclean. The downstairs shower no one wanted to use as it was so disgusting. I would certainly not recommend this property and most definitely would not return. Its such a shame as it could be a beautiful cottage, all it needs is a little TLC. Email and photos to follow.
Patricia
We all enjoyed our stay at your beautiful cottage the which is well equipped we couldn't fault it, everything was clean and fresh and how lovely to arrive and have the dining table fully laid. The garden was a big hit with our three granddaghters celebrating Easter with an Easter Egg Hunt and our annual Easter races ie skipping, egg and spoon, bean bag, wheelbarrow and three laps around the garden and prizes for all after each race what fun we all had. We are sure we will be back thank you so much.
You are very easy to work with. Thank you. Cottage delightful as described. Could not have been better. Thank you.
Hat a wonderful place for a relaxing holiday! Would love to know more about the history of this place. We enjoyed a meal at The Slaughters Country Inn, the Coop in Bourton is just great and fish and chips from The Chip Shed were yummy. Thank you for making this house so relaxing. And the garden too!
Antastic stay! Beautiful area and a wonderful location to finally see some family after all this lockdown.
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