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Stepping Stones Cottage

Stepping Stones Cottage

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 29 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.8
Condition
4.9
Location
4.9
Value
4.6
Customer
Service
5.0

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Stepping Stones is a delightful two-bedroom home located in beautiful Blockley village in prime walking country at the heart of the Cotswolds. Stepping Stones is a modern home with a refined, classic feel set within a pretty development of converted barns with stunning shared gardens, and a private patio and BBQ, leading down to Blockley Brook. Sleeping up to 4 guests across a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, with a fabulous, spa-like family bathroom, here you can enjoy a slice of Cotswolds village life without having to battle the crowds that some of the larger nearby market towns attract.

We had a lovely Xmas break , good location and surroundings

Review submitted on Sun, 29 Dec 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We chose the property to be near friends which worked really well. The cottage was well equipped and had everything we needed. Would return.



Comfortable cottage. Wonderful location

Review submitted on Sun, 27 Oct 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a very quiet relaxing stay. Just what we needed. Lots of beautiful walks from the door. Local cafe and shop is excellent. Beds very spacious and comfortable. Thank you



Superb cottage in lovely village and location

Review submitted on Tue, 24 Sep 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
I have stayed at stepping stones previously and made several recommendations with little cost attached which have not been acted on so l see no point in actually commenting further. On this visit l left a note for the house keeper of an item that needs attention. It will be interesting to see if it has been acted on next time we visit as we will as this is a superb cottage in a lovely location.



Bolthole Retreats replied 99 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Stepping Stones Cottage. We are very glad to hear that you liked the cottage and we have spoken to the owner who has confirmed that the items left on the note have been attended to. We hope to see you again in the Cotswolds soon.

Awsome

Review submitted on Wed, 21 Aug 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our stay at Stepping Stones Cottage was fantastic. We had a very nice time in this beautiful house. The location is great, in a very quiet village and close to several very interesting places to discover the area. The house has everything you need to enjoy a wonderful stay.




Lovely cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 30 May 2024
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a lovely short break. The property is very well equipped and had everything we needed. It is a short journey from a number of attractions and a good base to explore from. The beds were lovely and comfortable and we slept well. The wine and milk in the fridge on arrival were much appreciated.



Quiet cottage in beautiful setting

Review submitted on Mon, 13 May 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our second visit
Blockley is a small village with plenty of interesting sites and walks. Blockley cafe is excellent for coffee and more formal meals
The cottage sits in a private development with good parking and is very quiet



STEPPING STONES BLOCKLEY

Review submitted on Mon, 11 Mar 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our short break at Stepping Stones. Everything was catered for and the welcome milk and wine got us off to a great start. We had a variety of interesting locations within a short distance. We hope to return very soon.



Very comfortable cottage in a great location.

Review submitted on Fri, 02 Feb 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stepping Stones Cottage is very comfortable and maintained in excellent condition. Our stay was for only two nights, but it is well equipped for much longer visits. The super king size bed was extremely comfortable. Highly recommended.



Excellent stay

Review submitted on Tue, 09 Jan 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely cottage in a beautiful Cotswolds village. Has everything you need, very comfortable and communication was excellent, Highly recommend,



95 out of 100 great cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 29 Nov 2023
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have returned here many times as it’s a great cottage in a good location Only minor issue is the creaky stairs as l sometimes wake my wife when I go to bed. I know it’s old but a few screws could fix it.



Bolthole Retreats replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your recent stay at Stepping Stones. We are very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and thank you very much for returning. We have spoken to the owner regarding the stairs and they are taking steps to sort this.

Relaxing Break

Review submitted on Sat, 11 Nov 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This is the 2nd time we have stayed at Stepping Stones, it is in a lovely quiet corner of the Cotswolds in a small village with a fantastic cafe for afternoon teas etc. The property is perfect for 2 of us and a small dog to stay, and is clean, comfy and has all the facilities we needed. You are quite central and within easy distance to some of the larger cotswold towns for shopping, definitely visit again.



Second stay this year

Review submitted on Wed, 20 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We love Stepping Stones and have just enjoyed our second short break there this year. Blockley is a beautiful village and the Cotswolds a fabulous area with lots to do and see.

The cottage is lovely and contains everything to make one’s stay feel like a home-from-home. It’s set in a small private, secluded area with just a few others homes. At the rear of the property is a babbling stream with a stunning church in the background. We would definitely recommend it.



Stunning

Review submitted on Thu, 13 Apr 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cottage is everything we hoped for and in a beautiful setting. Everything is included to make the guests’ experience memorable, especially, the superbly comfortable bed. The cottage is furnished and decorated with great taste and care. The surrounding area is magical. We loved it, despite the weather! Even the rain couldn’t make the Cotswolds look unappealing.



Excellent property and beautiful location.

Review submitted on Wed, 22 Mar 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A very welcoming and homely cottage. We felt it was very safe for a toddler. Clean and well equipped in beautiful surroundings.



A great location

Review submitted on Sun, 02 Oct 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cottage was beautiful and well equipped. There was everything you could need and more. The location was ideal for visiting lots if lovely places , yet it was in a peaceful setting.



Stepping stones break

Review submitted on Fri, 30 Sep 2022
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
This was a lovely break, our intention was to visit as many of the resorts in the Cotswolds as we could. We have not been disappointed. What a lovely area.
The Stepping stones cottage is really clean and comfortable in beautiful surroundings. We couldn't fault it. Just 1 point I would like to make is the cost. At over £700 for 2 people and 2 dogs
Is a little bit steep, but saying that
It's the time of year and it is a really lovely place. Pat & John from Midlands.



A Little Piece of Heaven

Review submitted on Thu, 24 Mar 2022
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A very tranquil beautiful spot for a comfortable, spacious cottage in picturesque Blockley. All mod cons provided and some lovely views. Ample parking, just follow directions to the letter, easy to miss. Beds were comfortable and the bathroom with shower was luxurious. A wonderful weekend at Stepping Stones!



Cosy cottage in a beautiful location

Review submitted on Tue, 02 Nov 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a really relaxing stay in this beautifully decorated and furnished cottage. It’s in a very scenic location in a beautiful Cotswold village. The beds especially were super comfortable!



Bolthole Retreats replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Ekkehard Thank you for your review of Stepping Stones Cottage. We're pleased you enjoyed your stay in Blockey and hope we can welcome you back to the Cotswolds again very soon. Kind regards Bolthole Retreats

Wedding retreat

Review submitted on Tue, 28 Sep 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We were attending a family wedding near Chipping Camden and wanted an accommodation that’ll be big enough for myself, my wife, two grown up children and our dog. We have used Bolthole retreats previously and we’ve never been disappointed. I’m really glad we chose Stepping Stone cottage as it was perfect for our needs. It’s situated kind of reclusively with a couple of other cottages just before you enter the village of Blockley. I mean this in a positive way, but it didn’t seem to be a holiday accommodation, but a homely retreat with all the creature comforts you might find at your own home at your disposal including fast broadband much to my daughters delight. We’re only sorry we couldn’t stay longer. We would have no hesitation in going back there. If I were to be hyper critical, mobile phone reception is poor. I was told by the village shop that only Vodafone works well in the area. Apart from that, great accommodation, nice village and a fantastic base to explore the Cotswolds



Bolthole Retreats replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Darren, Many thanks for taking the time to review your stay at Stepping Stones in Blockley. We're pleased to see that it suited your needs and hope that the wedding went well. Kind regards Bolthole Retreats

Excellent cottage in lovely location

Review submitted on Fri, 10 Sep 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed in this lovely cottage for 4 nights this week and cannot say how impressed we were with the property. It had everything we needed and more. It is set amongst lovely gardens along with about 8 or so other properties in a very tranquil setting. It is the middle cottage of three and has lovely lawns both to the front and rear of the property, and a little communal area with a picnic table next to the brook which runs at the back of the cottages. It has a very well equipped kitchen including a Nespresso coffee machine with pods supplied. It has one large double bedroom with a 6 foot bed which was very comfortable and a smaller bedroom with 2 x single beds. A bathroom with shower and bath with towels and toiletries also supplied. Overall we had a really great stay and the cottage is ideally located for touring the superb area of the Cotswolds. We would happily love to stay here again the next time we visit the area.



Bolthole Retreats replied more than 1 year ago
Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Stepping Stones. We're so pleased you enjoyed your time here, Blockley is a lovely village and it definitely is a good base from which to explore the Cotswolds. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best regards Bolthole Retreats

Dream village location

Review submitted on Mon, 26 Jul 2021
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Totally fell in love with the village of Blockiey & Stepping Stones was a really good place to stay in terms of location in the village. Very clean & comfortable. Only downside was garden furniture was not comfortable enough to sit out other than for a quick drink/bite to eat & the cottage was fairly lacking in sunshine due to the high trees around.



Bolthole Retreats replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Mr Bunclark, we are delighted you love the village and Stepping Stones. The owner is keen to let you know, in the hope that you will return, that there are cushions available for the patio seats in the lounge cupboard. The community decides on the tree cutting, and your point is noted. Best wishes, On behalf of the owners of Stepping Stones.

Perfect cottage for exploring the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Mon, 30 Sep 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stepping Stones provides a perfect location from which to explore the Cotswolds. It is within easy driving distance to nearby villages, Blenheim, and Stratford-upon-Avon. The cottage itself is clean and comfortable with a beautiful patio area and backyard brook.



Lovely cottage in an idyllic spot

Review submitted on Sun, 22 Sep 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The position and surrounding gardens with babbling brook and Willow trees was beautiful. Inside the cottage was welcoming and very well equipped.It was extremely relaxing and peaceful.
Blockley was a good centre for exploring the area. A walk in Batsford Arboretum was one of the highlights and Stow on the Wold provided an opportunity for retail therapy in a week of visiting gardens and historic houses galore ———-Hidcote, Kiftsgate,Snowshill, Chasleton Sezincote .All the towns and villages were pretty and The Slaughters definitely not to be missed
Add to this glorious Autumn weather.It was perfection.



Great little cottage

Review submitted on Sat, 10 Aug 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Well equipped, nice extra touches, good clean bathroom, comfy beds, good communication with friendly owners.



Cottage is lovely, but photos are very misleading

Review submitted on Wed, 31 Jul 2019
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have no complaints about the property itself, being clean, comfortable, well-equipped and with good parking. There are a couple of things that, had we known about them, might have led us to look elsewhere.

1. The photos provided led us to believe that the cottage has an enormous lawn leading down to a pretty brook. In reality that lawn is not part of the property. The garden for the property is tiny and leads to a small ditch protected by nettles. The lawn and pretty brook in the photos can be seen if you stand in the right place and lean a little.

2. The WiFi in the cottage was flaky and disconnected regularly. It gave up entirely for the last two days.

I appreciate that these are not things the owner has complete control over but, as I said, if we'd known about them I think we'd have looked elsewhere. Having said that, we did enjoy our stay and would recommend to anyone who wasn't concerned about the WiFi or lawn and brook.



Howard replied more than 1 year ago
1. The lawn area is part of the extensive grounds shared by all of the cottages and so can be enjoyed by guests. All of this is carefully and thoroughly explained in the property description. Hopefully, Mr Foster was able to enjoy walking around the grounds and along the brook. The "private" gardens are all smaller but Stepping Stones does have its own patio with small BBQ and seating. 2. The Wi-Fi was, unfortunately, disconnected a day early by BT who were upgrading the fibre connection. We now have Superfast Fibre provision that should be much more stable and faster.

Wonderful short stay, great location, great cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 09 Apr 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely 2 night stay. Very comfortable cottage, easy to find. The 2 parking spaces were very welcome. The cottage was spotless. The beds were very comfortable both the king size and the singles. There was a welcome bottle of wine and milk in the fridge. The kitchen was very well equipped - we brought some food to cook for the first night - everything we could have wanted and more was there. At night it was so quiet and peaceful - only an owl hooting.
WiFi worked well a must with teenagers! Netflix was popular. The coffee maker was a big hit too.
We visited the surrounding villages doing the tourist bits. Lots to do in the area.
We walked to the local pub for dinner one evening too - highly recommended, great service and good beer too!




A well maintained, well equipped cottage in a lovely location.

Review submitted on Tue, 30 Oct 2018
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A well maintained, well equipped cottage in a lovely location. Would recommend it for either families or couples and would love to return in the future.



Probably the prettiest place on Earth

Review submitted on Tue, 29 May 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
It was our first visit to Blockley and it took our breath away. The location of the cottage is magical. The cottage itself, although not as old worldly as some of the other buildings in the village, is incredibly comfortable. The beds were perfect, the bed linens wonderful, the furnishings and carpets were all pristine. 2 very convenient parking spaces in front of the cottage. We will definitely return with our dog and children. Nb even easy to use stair gates were provided to keep the dog downstairs.



Rebecca McWilliam replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Olivia, thank you so much for your review and you are welcome to return anytime!

A very cosy cottage!

Review submitted on Mon, 26 Feb 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a really lovely weekend at Stepping Stones. It is immaculately clean and really comfortable (especially the beds). We thought the decor pitch- perfect; just the right mix of modernity yet maintaining a cosy cottage feel. The location is perfect too - and soooo quiet. We would definitely recommend this cottage.