Overview
Why choose between the privacy and space of a homestay or the family facilities of a hotel when you can have both. Bruern Cottages are a cluster of 12 honey-hued homes (sleeping 2-14) and are seriously reinventing self-catering stays with a help on hand twist. Inside the chintz yet chic (and oh so comfy) country homes you’ll find fully-equipped kitchens, plush living areas, roaring fires and canopied beds. Thoughtful touches include Elemis toiletries and a generous welcome hamper upon your arrival. For more information on which cottage is right for you, head to Mama Knows Best
Wondering whether Bruern Cottages are worth the hype for families? Read our honest first-hand family review here
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Nearest station
The closest train station is Kingham (5 minutes away)
Best time to visit
With plenty of activities for rain or shine, this is a year round destination
Favourite room
Whether you’re looking for a large family home or are seeking somewhere that welcomes fur babies, there’s something for you. All cottages have access to the walled garden and shared lawn, as well as outdoor dining areas
If you only need 1 bedroom (there’s plenty of space for a cot in the living rooms): Cope or Saratoga are our top picks
If you’re looking for a 2nd or 3rd bedroom: Cheltenham, Sandown, Wychwood, Goodwood or Epsom are ideal
If you’re travelling with furry friends: Weir House, Shipton, Bookers, Epsom, Goodwood or Saratoga will delight pawents
If you’re travelling with a large group: Weir House sleeps 10, Newmarket sleeps 8, and Shipton, Bookers and Aintree sleep 6
If you’d like a private garden: Epsom, Goodwood, Shipton, Bookers or Weir House are the perfect play
Nearby
Bucolic bliss is on your doorstep. We recommend coming with a car to make the most of your spectacular surroundings, with postcard perfect villages, fairytale walks and cosy pubs waiting to be explored. The Cotswold Wildlife Park, Motor Museum and Model Village are all closeby
Price
from £302 p/night during low season and £309 p/night during high season
Meet the family...
Bianca
Parent to Tiny Traveller aged 1
A chic home from home, Bruern Cottages is a kid’s paradise, meaning you don’t need to leave the premises to entertain relentless children, whatever the weather. There’s an incredible indoor pool with bifold doors, making it ideal for all seasons. Rainy day? Hole up in the wendy house or heated play cabin with more toys than Hamley's (including a dressing-up box, railway and easel). Older children will love the table football, ping-pong, games consoles and pool table in the Games Room. If the sun is shining, make use of the mini football pitch, pedal tractors, child-sized croquet and cricket sets
Worth waking the baby for
01
Daylesford Farm
A mecca for foodie families and firm favourite for good reason, with a delicious farm to fork menu, spa, shopping and cookery classes. The Wild Rabbit, a modern British inn just down the road, is also well worth a visit
02
Cotswold Wildlife Park
Over 160 acres of English parkland turned safari savannah with leopards, lions, rhinos and giraffes. Jump aboard the miniature train and run wild in the large playground with tunnels, treehouses and activity trails
03
Burford Garden Centre
So much more than your average Garden Centre. An picture perfect emporium sure to delight with plants, trees, clothing and gorgeous childrenswear. There’s even a mini cinema room for the kids
Review from other parents
Bruern exceeded every expectation - beautiful, intimate yet spacious, and quietly soul-restoring. Our cottage struck the perfect balance of cosy, quaint, and practical, with everything we could possibly need for travelling with kids within easy reach. The little ones were utterly besotted with the heated indoor pool, playgrounds, play cabin, and wendy house, while we adults could finally breathe, safe in the knowledge that so much had already been taken care of. We visited as a group of friends, but Bruern’s layout is perfect for multi-family or multi-generational trips, and it’s just as thoughtful for paw-rents, with dogs welcomed as warmly as the kids
Mama Frankie, Tiny Travellers 2 & 4 yrs old
