Bolthole Retreats was founded in 2017 by Martin McWilliam and is based in Cheltenham. We are the leading independent agency for Cotswold holiday rental properties. We work closely with owners and housekeepers to ensure that guests have a truly memorable stay. We pride ourselves on our local knowledge, whether it be of a local farm shop, cycle routes or events. Our aim is to enable guests to have the opportunity to enjoy authentic Cotswold experiences, from the Cotswold experts, in a lovely Cotswold property that suits their needs.

Forsythia Cottage is an enchanting, Grade II listed cottage in beautiful Bourton-on-the-Water, perfect for a romantic couple's getaway or family escape to the amazing Cotswolds. Built from honey-coloured stone and with a wood burning style stove, this pretty little cottage is full of charm and character. Bourton’s pretty cafes, shops and pubs are just a stroll away and you’ll be perfectly-placed to explore the Cotswold's highlights of Stow-on-the-Wold, Daylesford Organic and Bibury. Points of Note: Please note a 25% deposit is required at the time of booking. This is fully refundable up to 60 days of arrival when your remaining balance payment is due. The stairs up to the bedrooms and bathroom are steep (though there is a sturdy handrail), which makes this cottage inadvisable for guests with restricted mobility. There is no BBQ available at Forsythia Cottage. Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.

Bourton-on-the-Water is one of the Cotswold's most beautiful villages with a wealth of attractions, delightful shops and restaurants. The River Windrush flows through the centre and is spanned by several scenic bridges flanked by wide village greens. Forsythia is just a short stroll from the Model Village, Birdland Park and Gardens, the Motor Museum, the Dragonfly Maze and the Cotswold Brewing Company. Beyond Bourton-on-the-Water you are perfectly placed to visit popular towns and attractions including Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury, Cirencester, Chipping Norton, Daylesford Organic, Diddly Squat Farm Shop and Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm Park.