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Culls Cottage

Culls Cottage

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 69 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.8
Condition
4.9
Location
4.9
Value
4.6
Customer
Service
4.9

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Culls cottage is a beautifully restored cottage dating from 1670's. A perfect combination of old world charm with all the modern conveniences of today. It has a contemporary, relaxing feel with a palette of white and neutrals. With an inglenook fire, underfloor heating and goose down duvets, it is snuggly in winter and in summer the large garden is a haven to enjoy. The property has off street parking. The Guardian newspaper chose it as one of the five coolest cottages in The Cotswolds.

Well designed Cosy Cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 29 Jul 2024
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Entire booking process was excellent, extremely smooth communications all the way to arrival.

Application provided about the property details was one of the most informative i have utilised to date. Anything you want to know, the information is there.

Arrival, entrance to the property is small (drive), so larger cars struggle, parked just around a he corner, 2 minute walk, so plenty of options.

Driveway and garden is beautiful, so tranquil. Plenty of seating areas and loads of space to just relax. Loved the space in general.

Cottage itself, well designed, new kitchen extension is excellent and provides everything one would need. Ground floor bedroom cosy and a great walk in shower. Living area provides enough space and the additional rooms and wash area/kitchen all one needs.

Bedrooms upstairs are well designed and the bathroom offers plenty of space and all one needs in a bath and rain shower. Some good products provided as well.

Beds extremely comfortable but the pillows were not (opinion and preference) - just empty pillows, no cushion to them at all. Would be good to have some options available.

Everything was excellent. My only comment is that there are way too many signs around the house specific to smoking. Where as I understand the owners concern, was just too many signs.

Would 100% return.


Jonathan from Doha stayed at Culls Cottage for 5 nights in July 2024


Chris replied 116 days ago
Dear Jonathan, I am so pleased you had an excellent stay at Culls Cottage and we would love to welcome you back. I am sorry you didn’t love your pillows, it is a personal thing as you mentioned but we would have been more than happy to have swapped them for you. We don’t offer a pillow menu on site, as a holiday cottage, but we always have spare pillows we could have given you to try. I know with my husband he likes a hard pillow and I like a soft. In regard to the no smoking signs. We do try to keep them small but have a few around the house because often only the booking person knows that the cottage is no smoking. We also operate a no smoking house and garden, this is because we are lucky enough to have hedgehogs that live in our garden. These are now endangered species and cigarette butts left in the garden can kill them. I should maybe explain this on our signs. We really appreciate you mentioning it. Take care and we look forward to seeing you again. Kindest regards Chris

Great pre Christmas place to stay

Review submitted on Wed, 17 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
Thank you so much for our pre-Christmas stay, we loved the cottage in every way. Really comfortable, stylish and in a perfect Cotswold village, it couldn’t have been more Christmasy with the decorations. The garden also looked amazing and we would love to come back in summer. Thank you for a terrific stay.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in December 2023


Lovely cottage in the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Fri, 08 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 had a short but lovely stay at Culls Cottage. Chris was extremely helpful with the booking process and provided very clear information about property. The new kitchen is great and we loved the spacious, attractive garden. The rooms were all very comfortable and full of character. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Michele from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in August 2023


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Michelle, I am so glad you had a great stay at Culls Cottage and I do indeed hope we can welcome you back again to stay. Take care Chris

Brilliant time in a beautiful cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 23 May 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 all had a fabulous time at your cottage. Loved all the old character and the amazing garden. It was even warm enough to sit outside. The village is such a typical Cotswold village and easy to get to all the other places in The Cotswolds that we wanted to visit. We will return.


Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in April 2023


Perfect little cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 04 Jul 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
We had the most amazing weekend, the cottage is gorgeous, all little details thought of from robes to fresh flowers in the rooms and the collection of teas….highly recommend:)

Caroline Wyatt from London stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in June 2022


A terrific place for a winter getaway

Review submitted on Mon, 10 Jan 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
We had a wonderful stay for a pre Christmas get together. Cosy, welcoming and brilliantly positioned to explore all of the Cotswolds. The garden looked amazing and so we would love to return in the summer. Thank you Louise and Chris for a great stay.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in November 2021


Amazing autumn stay

Review submitted on Tue, 26 Oct 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
A terrific cottage for our autumn getaway - loved Batsford arboretum and The Five Alls pub in Filkins. Cottage was really comfortable, we all loved it.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in October 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Doug, I am so glad you had a great stay, the colours on the trees at Batsford are just gorgeous at this time of year. I do hope we can welcome you back to stay with us again. Take care Chris

Superb stay in an amazing old cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 24 Oct 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 loved everything about our stay, it was simply perfect. We loved the way the cottage was so full of history and so comfortable and had everything we needed. It is also decorated beautifully with an amazing garden. Clearly a lot of love has been spent on Culls Cottage. We really didn’t want to leave.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 5 nights in October 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you John for your lovely comments on the cottage. I do hope we can welcome you back. Take care Chris

Beautiful and perfectly stocked cottage get away

Review submitted on Wed, 29 Sep 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
Culls cottage is perfectly located in the picturesque village of Southrop. We spent 9 nights there with our 2 young children and we really enjoyed spending time in the very well manicured gardens (my daughter loved seeing the bee hotel) as well as visiting some of the local attractions (Cotswold Farm Park was a huge highlight!)

The cottage itself retains all of its historical charms whilst benefitting from all mod cons (the family bathroom in particular is stunning). However, what really sets Culls Cottage apart from almost every other property I have rented is how well equipped it is. The owners have truly considered everything - from a coffee machine with a generous supply of pods to every kitchen/baking utensil you could need, via ample fresh towels and a great children's toybox - this place really is a home away from home.

Thank you so much for a lovely break, we hope to visit again soon!

Luke from Dubai stayed at Culls Cottage for 9 nights in September 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your lovely comments about the cottage Luke and I am so pleased your daughter loved the Bee Hotel. Adam Hensons Cotswolds farm park is terrific and I hope we can welcome you back again to experience even more of The Cotswolds another time. Take care Chris

Excellent stay

Review submitted on Sat, 18 Sep 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
Thank you again for a lovely, if all too short stay. Can’t wait to come back again and hopefully for longer next time.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in August 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
We would love to welcome you back Stephanie. Take care and see you soon Chris

A lovely week away

Review submitted on Sat, 18 Sep 2021
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely old cottage in a good location for visiting the Cotswold towns and villages. Beautiful large garden very private and peaceful. Bed extremely comfortable and flowers in every room a lovely touch along with plenty of toiletries.

Margaret from Keighley stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in September 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Maggie, thank you for your lovely comments on the cottage. I do hope we can welcome you back in the future. Take care Chris

Wonderful stay in the cottage

Review submitted on Fri, 20 Aug 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
An all too brief stay but the kids really enjoyed it. Bibury trout farm and The cotswold wildlife park were a great hit.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in August 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Hazel, I am so pleased you had a lovely stay, hopefully we can welcome you back to try even more of what the Cotswolds has to offer in the near future. There is so much to do and see for children and adults alike. Take care Chris

Lovely well appointed cottage in great area

Review submitted on Fri, 13 Aug 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
Lovely well appointed cottage, you have thought of everything for a comfortable stay. The weather was mixed so we didn’t get to fully enjoy the gorgeous garden but managed to have one BBQ at least. Recommendations - Blenheim palace, Cotswold water park (inflatables on the lake we’re great fun) Cotswold range, shooting and archery fantastic. 5* Buscot park. Good food at The Victoria Inn, Eastleach, Daylesford and pizza Wednesday @Upton firehouse. Many many thanks.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in July 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your lovely comments, you visited some fantastic places. I hope we can welcome you back to Culls cottage and The Cotswolds again. Great to know about the Victoria Inn as it has a new Chef. Take care Chris

Another brilliant stay

Review submitted on Sun, 18 Jul 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 love this cottage and it’s brilliant location. Even though we had a rainy week the cottage was our home from home and we will be back. Thank you Chris and Louise for making our visit special again.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in July 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
I am so glad you had a great time despite the weather. I do hope we can welcome you back to Culls Cottage another time.

Delightful cottage and garden

Review submitted on Fri, 11 Jun 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 loved our stay at Culls Cottage and it was everything we wanted from a cottage in the Cotswolds and so much more. The garden is large and at this time of year was beautiful and clearly well maintained. The cottage was comfy and so well equipped. We loved walks in the area and visiting some of the stunning Cotswold villages. There is so much to see and do in the area, we will be back.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in May 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your lovely comments, I am so glad you had a great time at Culls cottage and in The Cotswolds. I will pass your comments about the well maintained garden to Jennifer, she always love to know that guests have enjoyed them

Absolutely loved our stay

Review submitted on Tue, 08 Jun 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
Culls cottage has everything we needed for a fabulous short stay. Really well positioned to visit lots of the famous Cotswold sites, We enjoyed visiting The Slaughters, Broadway, Bourton on The Water, Arlington Row cottages and Bibury. So much more to see - we will be back. Thank you Chris for making Culls Cottage such a special place.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in May 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Wow you did do a lot in your stay! I am so glad you had a great time at Culls Cottage. There is always so much to see in The Cotswolds, we look forward to welcoming you again.

Long Weekend

Review submitted on Wed, 02 Jun 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 all had the best stay at Culls Cottage. The cottage is beautiful, and has all the amenities expected. The beds were comfortable and clean, and the living area was wonderful with the log burner keeping us all warm.
We had a wonderful time exploring the nearby area and especially enjoyed visiting Burford.
Communication with the Host was always quick, polite and very informative.
I would definitely recommend a visit.
5 stars!

Stuart from Didcot stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in May 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much Stuart. I am so pleased you had a great stay and I hope we can welcome you again to Culls cottage or The Chestnuts.

Culls Cottage in beautiful relaxing stay in Southrop (a virtual village IRL- in real life)

Review submitted on Thu, 13 May 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
A stay in one of the Eco Chic Cottages requires you to make a list - a list of things you don't need to bring with you for a normal self-catering weekend away. Coffee beans, coffee pods olive oil, sea salt, pepper corns, eco friendly food bags, wraps, milk, beautiful bath and shower products, luxurious bath robe, all the kitchen cleaning paraphernalia, extra sanitiser - tick, tick and tick, the list goes on. A lovely welcoming note and a bottle of champagne awaits you and gorgeous flowers all round the cottage.
On arrival we stowed our shopping in the fridge (put various stuff back in the box we didn't need - see above :) ) grabbed a couple of nice wine glasses from the great selection, corkscrew, immediately to hand and enjoyed our takeaway BBQ meal from Upton Smokery/Sam & Jak in the evening sunshine in a beautiful garden full of blossom and the alliums getting ready to burst into flower. The cottage has everything you need to suit your mood, really comfy beds for a lie in, cosy lounge and super bathroom for relaxing bath or shower.
As keen nordic walkers we really enjoyed exploring on foot straight from the doorstep and the nearby villages only a short drive away. The 'virtual village' reference is that I found the Cotswolds almost too perfect and so many lovely buildings, churches and beauty spots in the countryside, all seems to be laid on and almost so perfect it could be virtual.....
We dropped in on the local Poulton Hill Vineyard on our way home and walked round Minster Lovell ruins - stunning and arrived home feeling relaxed and happy after our first time away in don't remember when....
There was one 'digital' element however, which was a hit and a revelation for me, to be able to load an app with the complete guide to Culls Cottage and everything you could want to know about the local area direct on to your phone - so everything was immediately to hand. Amazing!


Karen from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in May 2021


In a quiet & relaxing Cotswoldian village setting you will find this wonderful cottage.

Review submitted on Wed, 05 May 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
From the moment you step through the door of Culls Cottage you are greeted with an eco-chic ambience which offers you an idyllic setting for your stay. The cottage has an airy yet cosy feel with its thoughtful touches of fresh tulips in every room, herbs in the kitchen, champagne in the dining room, luxury shampoos & shower gels in the bathrooms & much, much more. You could not wish for a more luxurious stay with beautiful bed linen & towels, a kitchen with cook books & every utensil needed, fuel for the wood burner & a well-stocked library of books & maps for local walks & history as well as relaxing reading books & games.
This idyllic setting with its delightful garden is a special place to relax& rejuvenate away from the hustle & bustle of every day living.
Thank you to the Eco-Chic team for making our stay so memorable.

Sally from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in April 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Sally and Keith, Thank you so much for your lovely words about Culls Cottage. We look forward to welcoming you back. Take care Chris

What a getaway!!

Review submitted on Tue, 04 May 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
Great to be away from home at this (if we’re honest) Better than home-from-home.

Lovely traditional cottage on the outside. Inside modern ease and convenience. Great internet. Nicely set up kitchen which seems to have it all. Comfy sofas to crash out on.
Garden was perfect, nice to sit outside.

Bed was super comfortable. Snuggly duvet.
Shame we had to leave.
Top weekend. Thanks.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in April 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your review, I do hope we can welcome you back another time. Take care Chris

So good to finally have a short break in a beautiful cottage in glorious Gloucestershire

Review submitted on Mon, 26 Apr 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 have waited so long to be able to get away and Culls Cottage was just what we needed. A beautifully restored Cotswold stone home that had everything we wanted. We felt safe in the really super clean property and the rural location. The cottage had all that we needed and the weather was so kind to us that we even managed some meals outside. An unexpected plus for April. The location of the cottage is perfect for exploring The Cotswolds and we managed some nice walks straight from the house. We can’t wait to come back. Thank you all the team at Culls Cottage.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in April 2021


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we really look forward to welcoming you back.

Relaxing stay in a beautiful cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 21 Apr 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 were very impressed with Culls Cottage. Very well equipped all through especially the kitchen. Lovely free standing bath and a large walk in shower. Wood burning fire and stylish decor. The large garden was beautiful, well stocked with a large variety of plants and trees also a herb garden. The village of Southrop is very pretty and we found lovely walks from the cottage. The phone app and the folders in the cottage were full of useful information. A stay at Culls is highly recommended. We will be back again!!

Alison from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in April 2021


Beautiful cottage in a stunning location!

Review submitted on Tue, 22 Dec 2020
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 booked Culls Cottage for a short break just before Christmas. The cottage is beautiful; it was perfect base for a quiet few days and for exploring the area. It was also wonderful for snuggling in front of the fire watching Christmas films! We explored the local area including Eastleach, Lechlade and Burford.
The cottage, whilst retaining the character of a very old cottage, has everything you need and has a lovely modern feel. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and we felt everything we needed was provided, including hairdryer, robes in the master bedroom, toiletries and towels.
The booking process was easy and we had excellent communication with the owner. We will definitely be back!



Suzanne from Harpenden stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in December 2020


Really lovely place to stay

Review submitted on Mon, 21 Dec 2020
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
A real haven after such a tough year. We couldn’t stay for long but we will return, it was perfect for us.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 1 nights in November 2020


Just the perfect Cotswold cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 20 Dec 2020
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
Amazing stay in a cottage that has clearly had a lot of love and attention paid to it. Provided for all we needed. Gorgeous garden, lovely village. We will return. A really brilliant find.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 1 nights in October 2020


Gorgeous cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 04 Nov 2020
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
We had a wonderful stay at Culls Cottage, which is has an excellent location in a very beautiful Cotswolds small village, well located to visit the highlights of the area. Extremely well equipped and very warm and cosy - essential on Autumn's cold days. We will stay again.

Karina from Manchester stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in October 2020


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your lovely comments Karina, we look forward to welcoming you back for a fifth visit. Take care and stay safe regards Chris

Cocooned in the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Wed, 22 Jul 2020
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
Gorgeous venue for an escape post lockdown (or any time come to that!!!). Felt cocooned and safe in this stylish and comfortable cottage. We hardly need have gone out; this place has it all including a fabulous garden.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in July 2020


A great place for a chill out long weekend

Review submitted on Wed, 22 Jan 2020
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
A terrific place to talk, cook, laugh, relax and just spend quality time together. The cottage is so cosy and well equipped. The kitchen wants for nothing, the lounge has a terrific wood burner and cosy throws. The underfloor heating was a lovely surprise for a winters morning and the beds were really comfortable. Didn’t use the garden but the sky at night was full of stars and we even spotted a barn owl on our drive out of the village. Culls is a special place. We will return.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in January 2020


A little slice of Cotswold heaven

Review submitted on Wed, 04 Dec 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
Thank you for an amazing stay in Culls Cottage, it’s a little slice of heaven. We loved the house style, fire, the underfloor heating and the terrific beds, we all slept so well. Enjoyed a great meal at The Swan - we will definitely be back.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in November 2019


Lovely cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 30 Oct 2019
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
3.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The cottage is a beautifully decorated and lovely house. We really enjoyed our stay - every thing was thought of from the flowers to kitchen utensils - beautiful soaps and fluffy towels. Luxury.

Chris was superb and very helpful. Our only issue was the cottage was directly on the roadside and so not as 100% peaceful as we’d have liked - BUT Chris told us this before and was very open. It’s a village road and so light traffic only but for a longer stay we would have preferred total tranquility - but this is a minor point and can’t fault the exceptional cottage any other way.



Guest from Surbiton stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in October 2019


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your review and I am so pleased you had a great stay. Hopefully you saw a few horses clip clop by on the road outside the cottage. It is the structure of Cotswold villages that there is usually only one road that runs through them and the houses are dotted along the roadside. I do hope we can welcome you back again another time or to Culls sister cottage - The Chestnuts which is in the nearby village of Shilton. All the very best Chris

Return visit

Review submitted on Wed, 23 Oct 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
Our second visit to this wondrous retreat.

When we need calm but all the amenities of home this ticks all the boxes. Surrounded by quiet but with choices galore of places to eat or get take outs. A top dinner at The Swan. Kushi Indian in Lechlade and the Linwood cafe in Fairford is uber good latte-land.

I’m sure to be back.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in October 2019


A week in the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Wed, 04 Sep 2019
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
Culls cottage is the most perfect cottage in the Cotswolds.
A beautiful home from home nestled in the fantastic village of Southrop.
Everything here has been catered for.
A fabulous garden, was well used and the cottage was in a great position to discover many other beautiful towns and village.
My family and I enjoyed the whole stay thoroughly.
A little gem

Adam from Doncaster stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in August 2019


Wonderful cottage

Review submitted on Tue, 13 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
This is our second stay at Culls Cottage. It is a beautiful cottage, with a fabulous large garden, situated in a gorgeous Cotswolds village with a terrific local pub - what more could you want? We'll be back again!

Karina from Manchester stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in August 2019


A few days at a luxourious cottage in the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Sun, 11 Aug 2019
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
Absolutely beautiful cottage with excellent fittings and loads of crockery and cutlery
We visited with a disabled friend who has bilateral below knee amputations, she can walk with an aid and prostheses
Unfortunately the downstairs bed was low and difficult to get out of and the wet room had limited space - this is not a complaint, the cottage is not advertised as disabled friendly
However, two cars were scratched in the driveway - VERY TIGHT! User error but perhaps this should be advertised

Cheryl from Preston stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in August 2019


Chris Burton replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Cheryl, Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the online review. I am really pleased you had a great time and enjoyed the cottage. I do wish we had known about your friend, like you say we are not advertised for disabled guests but we like to do what we can and we could have offered some blocks to help raise the bed and also we have a toilet seat that helps increase the height of that too. Sadly though we wouldn’t have been able to do anything about the width of the downstairs shower. As you were probably aware Culls Cottage is a grade 11 listed heritage building from 1670 and the shower is in what was an old stairwell (that was removed many many years before we purchased it) so its width is limited. It is also why we made it into a wet room, to get every last inch out of the space but we know it’s not the roomiest shower. We do alway encourage guest to take a look at our online walk round tours on our website which shows every aspect of the cottage. We do also mention the restricted driveway - sorry if you missed that when booking, I hate to think of you getting a scratch, let alone two, we want you to only take home marvellous memories of a stay with us. When we purchased the cottage in 2009 it didn't have any off street parking at all but we applied for planning permission and got as wide a driveway as we could between the house and the boundary wall. I hope you parked your car on the roadside after the incidents as there is lots of parking outside of the cottage. I do hope you can visit us again or maybe try The Chestnuts (Culls sister cottage in a nearby village), as that cottage isn’t as old as Culls (1800’s) and so has less building restrictions and larger rooms including a very large downstairs shower. Thank you again for your review, we all really appreciate it and we hope to see you again soon. With very kindest regards Chris

Amazing cottage with an awesome garden

Review submitted on Sun, 04 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
Culls cottage was amazing, clearly very old but with such modern amenities it suited us perfectly. The garden was a real surprise, very well kept and with the great weather we were able to enjoy it everyday. Thank you Chris and the team. We really hope to come back.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in July 2019


Beautiful cottage ideal for short stays

Review submitted on Thu, 25 Jul 2019
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at Culls Cottage - it's a beautiful, very well maintained property, the garden is stunning and it was a great base for exploring the Cotswolds more widely.
We stayed there as a family for a fortnight and whilst we'd happily return in the future, I'd recommend it more for shorter weekend stays or up to a week max. It's so well equipped and quirky inside that almost all the internal storage and wardrobe space has been taken up with cushions, games, kitchen utensils etc - whilst this is perfect for a short trip, unfortunately it becomes a little inconvenient for longer stays like ours when you arrive more laden down. A minor challenge for an otherwise fabulous property that was a delight to experience.

Caroline from Wan Chai stayed at Culls Cottage for 14 nights in June 2019


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Caroline, thank you so much for your lovely comments. I do know what you mean about lack of free space for your own belongings on a long stay and storage space in a listed historic building it’s always really tricky - however we have for the last couple of years been working with the planning authorities to gain permission for a large extension, giving us a fabulous new kitchen ( with lots of storage) dining area and some more seating. It’s going to be an exciting addition and should be completed by the end of 2019. I hope one day you can visit us again and experience it.

An excellent week in a cottage of character and style with an amazing garden

Review submitted on Sat, 20 Jul 2019
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We (a family of three) spent a very enjoyable and relaxing week at Cull’s Cottage. The cottage is stylish, well equipped, comfortable and full of the character you would expect from such a property with contemporary furnishings complementing the warm and homely interior. Some of the internal doorways are low (as you might expect) and despite the warning notices I still managed to bang my head, something I only did once. The downstairs bedroom and wet-room suited our needs and were important factors in our decision to stay at Cull’s Cottage.

The garden at the cottage is amazing. We ate breakfast at the table and chairs beside the beautiful willow tree and enjoyed a lunch at the table and benches with visiting family. The garden is expertly landscaped with numerous predominantly white roses and a lavender horseshoe around the willow and the wild meadow grass under it’s shelter.

As stated, the drive entrance to the house is quite narrow, however we managed to manoeuvre our 4x4 in and out for the first couple of days before deciding that the roadside parking was easier.

We would have liked a longer stay at Cull’s Cottage but time unfortunately did not permit.




Roland from Dunfermline stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in July 2019


Beautiful cottage in a perfect location

Review submitted on Tue, 25 Jun 2019
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We were fortunate to have perfect weather over the weekend we stayed at Culls Cottage. The village was quiet and peaceful. The Cottage has a large garden that is well looked after. Country birds everywhere. Indoors a very practical layout with a good mix of modern with the old fixtures. It will be a very nice cottage to visit during winter and enjoy the low ceilings and the fire place. We were able to spend most of our time outdoors enjoying the views and nature in general. The walk to the next village had a well mapped route and easy to navigate. The area in general is really beautiful and very relaxing.

Ricus from London stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in June 2019


Loved the cottage.

Review submitted on Sun, 05 May 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
Every detail covered; easy to find thanks for instructions email, keybox arrival, really lovely beds and duvets. Thrilled to hear the dawn chorus: country living at its best. Swan pub really good and so close....a few minutes walk away. The garden is great and the cottage has all that we could dream of. Nice books to read....we booked too short a break to read them....next time

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in April 2019


Lovely cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 15 Apr 2019
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
A well appointed cottage in a good location. A good base to explore the Cotswolds and a short walk to the local pub.

Guest from Sevenoaks stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in April 2019


Very special place

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Mar 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 cottage is very well equipped you won’t want for anything

Great location lots of information in the house about surrounding areas

Signe from Warfiled stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in March 2019


Lovely cottage in the heart of the Cotswolds.

Review submitted on Tue, 09 Oct 2018
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
Wonderful weekend stay at Culls Cottage which was cozy and very comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen and lovely garden. The welcome champagne, fresh flowers and books detailing local walking maps and notable landmarks were an added bonus.
Culls Cottage is perfectly situated to enjoy walking and visiting the Cotswolds, which is a walker’s paradise in any weather.

Letitia from London stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in October 2018


A real Cotswolds gem

Review submitted on Sun, 07 Oct 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
Wow what a beautiful cottage and so perfectly decorated and equipped. Had everything we could possibly need. The garden is amazing - such a large and clearly well tended space.

There is so much to do in the area and we loved all the information left at the cottage.

The village pub The Swan is convenient, just a short walk through the picture postcard village. We will definitely return to this gorgeous Cottage and The Cotswolds.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in October 2018


Lovely stay

Review submitted on Mon, 20 Aug 2018
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We enjoyed our stay in Culls Cottage very much. We loved the cottage, the garden and the location in beautiful Southrop. One minor point of critique; the matrasses in the master bedroom were not very comfortable.

Michael from Leiden stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in August 2018


Chris Burton replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Michael, thank you for your comments and I am so pleased you had a great stay and loved the cottage. I also appreciate your comment on the Master Matress and I will get this looked at ASAP, as we have not had any other comments of this nature and we want all of our guests to get the best restoratative sleep possible, which is why we buy top quality mattresses and indulgent soft toppers. I do hope we can welcome you back to one of our cottages in the future. Take care with kindest regards Chris

Lovely break

Review submitted on Sun, 12 Aug 2018
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We were very impressed with the cottage and all it had to offer. Everything has been thought of. The weather meant we were also able to enjoy the beautiful garden. We will be back!

Tessa from stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in August 2018


Relaxing stay

Review submitted on Sun, 05 Aug 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
Lovely cottage with beautiful garden. Every need catered for inside and out which makes for a truly relaxing stay. Southrop is a very quaint, classic Cotswold village for an afternoon or evening stroll, as well as boasting the excellent Swan gastro pub only 2 minutes walk from the cottage. Loved it!

Karen from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in July 2018


Fantastic Cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 28 Jun 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
Fabulous cottage in a great location for exploring the cotswolds. Gardens were amazing and perfect for outside dining with the family. Would recommend a stay here!

Anthony from stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in June 2018


Stylish cottage with beautiful garden

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Jun 2018
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
The cottage is very stylish and renovated in a sympathetic way. The equipment and facilities provided are excellent. The garden is a dream with a small meadow, roses, a weeping willow etc.

The sofas are a little uncomfortable with two having no back to them. The bathroom has a stylish bath but a little impractical with no overhead shower and the wet room is rather small. However, in all other ways this is one of the best cottages we have stayed in.



Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in June 2018


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
I am so pleased you had a lovely time and enjoyed the garden. June is a very special time for the meadow, when the oxeye daisies are at their very best. It’s a small way we can help get even more wildlife into the garden. I am sorry you found the sofas a little uncomfortable without backs and indeed we do have one chaise which only has a half back and another long sofa bench with cushioned backs. Traditional sofas with back and sides would unfortunately dominate the space and so this is why we chose these and popped lots of movable cushions to help prop you up, but I do understand your comment. In regard to the bathrooms, as you know there is an overhead shower downstairs but with regards to the upstairs bath tap - we could not have an overhead one there without risking water going over the floor and we didn’t want to have only a shower, as a bath is more indulgent for some on holiday. The shower space downstairs is limited in size but we are a grade 11 listed historic building from 1670 and so unfortunately are not allowed to move walls and have had to use the spaces we have which can sometimes be a challenge with modern day living expectations. Culls sister cottage - The Chestnuts is a much younger cottage from the 1800s and so does have larger spaces and three bathrooms. I do hope we can welcome you back to one of our cottages in the near future. Take care Chris

Nice cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 06 Jun 2018
3.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
3.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Very clean cottage, very welcoming.
Super nice garden
Very well equiped
Though the entrance for the car is stretched and the cottage height is low, I bumped in doors several times.

Virginia from London stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in June 2018


Chris replied more than 1 year ago
Dear Virginia, thank you for your review and I am sorry you had the odd bump into doorways. We do explain to guests before booking the quirks of a heritage cottage. I attach below the wording on our website, plus we have invested in a ‘StepIn’ photographic tour so that guests can walk round the whole house, making sure it’s right for them before booking. I do hope we can welcome you back another time and perhaps to Culls sister cottage The Chestnuts, as it is a younger cottage with generally higher ceilings and doorways throughout. With kindest regards Chris Culls cottage is a traditional stone built cottage the original part of which was built in the 1670's. As a consequence it has all the features that are typical of a cottage, with low, beamed and slopping ceilings (upstairs) as well as some low doorways and some changes of level within the house. We have tried to make this website as informative as possible with views of all the rooms and a layout plan. We welcome all visitors but we know that this cottage may not be accessible for everyone, such as those in a wheel chair. The cottage sits on the roadside in the heart of the rural village of Southrop and secure off street parking is available at the back of the cottage for up to four cars. Additional parking is available on the road outside the cottage. Entry to the off-street parking is limited in width and so larger cars may find it easier to park on the roadside.

Wonderful cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 03 Jun 2018
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
Extremely well equipped cottage in a beautiful location with a fabulous garden. The village pub The Swan is highly recommended.

Karina from Manchester stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in May 2018


The best holiday cottage and amazing garden

Review submitted on Thu, 24 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
Thank you so much for an amazing stay, the cottage is fantastic with so much character and so stylishly presented. It’s the home we would love to have. We stayed during the village open gardens weekend, which was special treat. We didn’t expect Culls garden to be so large and well tended - loved the fresh herbs and the weather was so great we even got to relax on the loungers. Had a great meal at The Swan, so lovely not to have to drive. Southrop village is so pretty. We will definitely get back as soon as we can. Your our new favourite place to stay.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 1 nights in May 2018


April Showers

Review submitted on Sun, 29 Apr 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
A marvelous stay in the wonderful Culls Cottage. The showery weather didn't deter us and Culls' drenching shower room is the best shower I've enjoyed in a holiday cottage. My wife preffered the 'luxe bath where she read this month's Vogue. Like the shower the cottage is supremely spec'd. The kitchen seems to have enough crockery and glassware for double the number of guests and a dishwasher to wash it all up too. Thank you for the advice on where to eat. We loved both Kelmscott Plough and the village Swan. A glass of Champagne on the garden terrace in evening sunshine set us up for dinner and gave us a chance to admire the garden's fabulous planting...orange and black tulips high visual impact. We will be copying that look next year.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in April 2018


Stunning Cottage for a romantic getaway

Review submitted on Wed, 21 Mar 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
Perfect spot to explore and go for long walks and long pub lunches - that is, if you can bare to leave this adorably chic country hideaway. Everything you need has been thought of!

Mika from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in March 2018


We Loved it

Review submitted on Thu, 15 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
Culls Cottage: so much to say about it. We want to come back. We loved the kitchen - proper sharp knives, a coffee maker, and wine glasses galore. Excellent beds, so comfortable and cosy. Underfloor heating is uber luxe, I'm sold on it but the fire is nice too even if we didn't really need to light it...nice atmosphere. Southrop is a great village, quiet but with the essential Swan pub for drinks and a top meal. The suggested walk to the Victoria in Eastleach was easy, but a good excuse for exercise and the lunch menu there is worth going back for more. Birds in the garden, the "supermoon" and stars at night- you've really laid it all on. Thanks....and yes, we will be back.

Guest from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in January 2018


Culls is Cool

Review submitted on Sun, 14 Jan 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
For a very very old property it has a really cool, contemporary feel. The spaces are light and bright and the property is equipped to such a high standard, we wanted for nothing. We were impressed by so much in the cottage, but the super comfy beds and underfloor heating made the cottage such a great place. The owners have clearly paid a lot of attention to detail here and we can't wait to come back to enjoy the huge garden in the summer. Supper at the local Swan pub just a short walk from the cottage was superb. A great find and our new holiday favourite: Culls is Cool

Phil from stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in January 2018


Long weekend at the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Wed, 27 Dec 2017
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
Our third stay in the cottages - warm, cozy and beautiful with some snow in the garden! As always had a fantastic dinner at The Swan and walks in the crispy winter mornings!

Pedro from London stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in December 2017


Cosy cottage in a fantastic location

Review submitted on Sun, 12 Nov 2017
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great location, cosy cottage, beautiful garden, very clean, extremely well equipped, fantastic customer service.

Claire from stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in October 2017


Lovely break

Review submitted on Sat, 21 Oct 2017
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
Cull's Cottage is situated in Southrop, a quaint Cotswolds village. The cottage itself is very nice, its well-maintained and very comfortable and the kitchen has absolutely every utensil you need. My wife loves cooking, and she was impressed. Moreover, we were lucky with the weather as the sun was out almost every day!

Julian from Bangkok stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in October 2017


Peaceful Weekend

Review submitted on Wed, 30 Aug 2017
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 have stayed at Culls cottage many times and It's always a pleasure. The garden is beautiful and the cottage very comfortable. We love the eco friendly focus and the considered way the cottage is furnished and presented. For those who want to stay connected we found the broadband an added bonus, with impressive speeds given the rural setting. There is a fantastic pub within walking distance (the Swan) with a great menu, quality ingredients and cooking to match. Culls also has a lovely wood fire to accentuate the cosy cottage feel when the evening draws in. Great place.

Daniel from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in August 2017


A wonderfully relaxing stay in a fabulous cottage in picturesque countryside - perfect UK getaway!

Review submitted on Mon, 07 Aug 2017
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
We had a fabulous stay at Culls Cottage; thank you to Chris and the team. The cottage is gorgeous and welcoming and we felt at home the moment we walked in. It is in a perfect Cotswolds location with beautiful surrounding villages. We will definitely come again!

Amber from London stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in July 2017


Anniversary weekend

Review submitted on Thu, 25 May 2017
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
Culls cottage was a wonderful location for a celebration weekend with friends. The cottage is beautiful and kitted out just as if you were at home. We really enjoyed the lovely garden and having the various seating areas outside. Dinner at The Swan in the village was excellent. South top is charming. All in all a perfect combination! Highly recommended.

Lisa from Oxted stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in May 2017


Lovely cottage

Review submitted on Fri, 28 Apr 2017
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
We stayed just three nights at Culls Cottage. It's a beautiful cottage with a stunning garden. Sadly the weather was cold and inclement so we were not able to enjoy the garden, but it's idyllic, with lovely garden furniture in a few different places to help enjoy the best bits of it. It's been well designed and planted beautifully.

The cottage is also lovely, although I personally found the furniture/furnishings too modern for the era of cottage. For a cottage that purports to be eco I would have thought that old/antique furniture would have fitted the brief and the character of the cottage better. Nice thick traditional curtains, squishy sofas, indulgent beds, feather pillows and muted colours would look amazing in Culls Cottage, but that's my personal opinion.

The toiletries and champagne was a nice touch, as were the flowers in many vases dotted around. To meet the eco credentials though I would have also liked to have seen no light/air coming in (=heat escaping) around the back door (add draught proofing etc) and despite the cottage being listed there could be secondary glazing on many/all of the windows (I know as we have it in our listed cottage). An air source heat pump would also work well with the under floor heating, and give the owners the RHI income.

The bathrooms were very nice as was the kitchen. Sadly we were working so we spent very little time in the cottage itself. However, we did spend a lot of time exploring the area which is stunning. Dinner at The Swan in Southrop was excellent and I can also recommend the Five Alls at Filkins.

Sarah from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in April 2017


Chris Burton - Owner replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for your review Sarah, it is always good to hear from guests. I am sorry the weather wasn't more accommodating for you to be able to get out in the garden much. I hope that the weather didn't spoil your Classic Car event. I do take on board your comments about the furnishings - however we do market Culls Cottage as a contemporary designed space rather than the traditional Cotswold style. I feel that there is a great choice of traditionally styled properties in the Cotswolds so I chose to offer an alternative which is more in keeping with my own style and taste. The website's many photographs show our interior design style. Our furniture is all sourced from sustainable sources and we use natural fabrics wherever possible in keeping with our eco-accreditation and values. While feather pillows are enjoyed by many they do raise issues of allergy reactions and so we have chosen to offer guests hypo-allergenic pillows. Regarding our Eco Accreditation, we are audited each year by Green Tourism and have held a Gold award since we opened. Eco-friendliness is a never ending job and often things are a trade-off between practicality for our guests and the counsel of perfection. I agree a heat source pump would be lovely but sadly funds don't run to that at the moment but we do buy 100% green electricity and have countless other energy and water efficiency savings. Re the heat loss through the windows and doors. We want the cottage to be as light-filled as possible hence we chose white curtains. But the curtains are all thermally lined to minimise heat loss. Cutting drafts out from the cottage could be desirable but we do need the cottage to breath, which is why we have chosen to not hermetically seal it. Our lime plasterwork survives better when we do have some air circulation. Great that you managed to try The Swan and The Five Alls, they are both excellent food pubs. I do hope we can welcome you again, hopefully in the summer months so that you can get the full benefit of the garden and thank you for all your comments. With very kindest regards Chris

Lovely cottage in Cotswolds

Review submitted on Wed, 12 Apr 2017
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
Lovely and luxurious cottage, with beautiful garden, in stunning location. The owners should be proud. Lots for adults and kids to do nearby. Made for a special holiday.

Guest from Sevenoaks stayed at Culls Cottage for 7 nights in April 2017


Beautiful village and delightful cottage and garden

Review submitted on Sat, 18 Mar 2017
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We've had a wonderful short break and just sad it couldn't be longer. Beds were comfortable, kitchen really well equipped, bathrooms spotless and the garden is glorious. The communal space is quite small for 5/6 people but the good sized garden is wonderful. Village is beautiful as is the surrounding countryside. Choose a sunny day to walk across the fields to Eastleach for lunch at the Victoria Inn. Chris is so helpful. We do hope to return... for longer next time!

Emily from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in March 2017


Perfect!

Review submitted on Fri, 03 Mar 2017
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The Culls cottage team were very accommodating and helpful.

The cottage is beautiful and comfortable and very well stocked with all the essentials - we would love to return when we're not working to fully appreciate it!

Gemma from stayed at Culls Cottage for 3 nights in February 2017


An ideal holiday cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 15 Feb 2017
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 had a wonderful break at Culls Cottage which was warm and welcoming on our arrival. When we lit the wood burner in the evening this added to the cosy ambience. Everything we could ever need was already provided, so much attention given to detail, fresh flowers everywhere - even in the superb bathroom and the shower room. To open the curtains in the morning and see the lovely extensive garden is a delight - we even caught a glimpse of the first snowdrops pushing through. The Swan is recommended for dining out but we equally enjoyed cooking our own meals in the well equipped kitchen. Southrop is a lovely village and also within reasonable driving distance we were able to enjoy time in Oxford with lovely shops and the Ashmolean Museum, Lechlade on Thames, Witney and the Cotswold Wollen Weavers at nearby Filkins. We know there is so much more to see and do and so a return visit is a must. I highly recommend this first class holiday accommodation.

Ann from stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in February 2017


Faultless Cotswolds stay

Review submitted on Mon, 23 Jan 2017
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 loved Culls Cottage as a getaway weekend break. Not that a weekend was enough to take in the area and the pubs/restaurants, the easy walks and the lovely villages. Try the stroll to The Swan, five minutes' walk rewarded with great food, wine and beer. Thames footpath at Lechlade was a super walk on crisp sunny day. Burford town has amazing high street of beautiful old buildings and a classic, proper, butcher...Castles.
Cottage had all we needed to cook our dinner. Hooray for proper sharp knives in a self-catering cottage. We will come back likely in warmer months to lounge in inviting garden.

Philip from stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in January 2017


Comfort in every sense

Review submitted on Thu, 29 Dec 2016
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
Located in a picturesque village, this cottage provided an ideal base for our family's pre-Christmas escape. It is a soothing place, comfortably furnished and fully equipped yet retaining its character. The location was ideal for us, permitting easy day trips to Bath, Oxford, and Stratford in various directions. We also had brief, very nice experiences with nearby Thames Path segments and farm markets, which could fill a stay in their own right. And the lovely garden behind the cottage made us wish to return in a warm season as well.

Gary from Zionsville stayed at Culls Cottage for 4 nights in December 2016


Booking for a wedding weekend

Review submitted on Wed, 23 Nov 2016
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 booked both Culls Cottage and nearby Chestnut Cottage for the weekend of our wedding at Stone Barn. Both cottages were perfect for the occasion - each near a village pub so we could have dinners with our respective families and friends the night before with plenty of parking.

Culls Cottage is both cosy and light and very equipped with everything you might need for any eventuality! The owners had kindly put out some dried lavender from the garden to burn in the woodburner and more than enough logs were supplied to keep the fire burning all evening. The owners were also incredibly accommodating with the additional bedding and have been incredibly helpful in the retrieval of a bluetooth speaker which was accidentally left behind.

The cottage is expensive but the amenities, beautiful location and quality of service all justify the cost. Thanks very much for having us - we will definitely be looking to stay again!

Chris from Worcester stayed at Culls Cottage for 2 nights in November 2016