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The most unique places to stay when visiting the Cotswolds
Looking for a truly unique stay in the Cotswolds? From luxury treehouses to chic converted loos, we’ve rounded up the region’s most unique and unforgettable places to stay.
BY ARCHIE CAWTHRA | READING TIME: 2 MINUTES | 15 AUGUST 2025
The Cotswolds may be known for honey-hued cottages and postcard-perfect villages, but there’s more to this countryside escape than meets the eye. From treehouses suspended in quiet woodland to design-led conversions of the most unexpected spaces (yes, even a former public toilet), the region is full of surprises for travellers looking to swap the standard stay for something truly memorable.
Photo by Dean Hearne
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The Netty, Oxford
Once a Victorian public toilet, now a pair of design-led suites tucked beneath Oxford’s streets — The Netty offers a stay that’s anything but ordinary. From the moment you step inside, rich textures, vintage pieces and custom details, designed by Rachael Gowdridge, create an experience that’s intimate, atmospheric, and unexpected. Subtle nods to the building’s past are woven through layered, contemporary interiors that balance character with comfort. Part curiosity, part cocoon — this is not just a place to stay, it’s a story you step into.
St Giles', Oxford OX1 3JS
thenetty.co.uk
2/9
TreeDwellers, Finstock
Hidden in a peaceful woodland setting, TreeDwellers offers luxury treehouse stays unlike anything else in the Cotswolds. Each architect-designed retreat features floor-to-ceiling windows, wood-burning stoves, and freestanding baths, combining comfort with immersive natural beauty. With eco-friendly touches and breakfast delivered to your door, it’s the perfect hideaway for couples or solo travellers seeking a serene, one-of-a-kind escape among the trees.
Cornbury, TreeDwellers, Witney Rd, Chipping Norton OX7 3DF
treedwellers.co.uk
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Bull, Burford
Nestled in the heart of The Cotswolds, Bull is an intimate 18-bedroom hotel, beautifully refurbished in a Grade II listed 16th-century inn. When the Bull opened in 1536, it was a coaching inn, a place for tired horses to recover and prepare themselves for the next long ride. The new Bull offers the same service to anyone on a journey who might need a moment to catch their breath. Bull has created a destination the Cotswolds has been craving, offering something heritage inspired, with a cool and modern twist.
105 High St, Burford OX18 4RG
bullburford.com
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The Walled Garden, Dyrham
Lose yourself between a tangle of honey-coloured stonework, twisting vines and ornamental pools at this unique Victorian folly. Perhaps the most elaborate vegetable store in the whole of England, The Walled Garden began life as a potato house for Dyrham Park. A stone's throw from the Baroque country house and grounds, this luxury self-catering retreat sits on the edge of the Cotswolds, not far from Bath and all its gleaming treasures.
Dyrham, Nr Bath, Gloucestershire, SN14 8HY
uniquehomestays.com/self-catering/uk/somerset/bath/the-walled-garden/
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Island Lodge, South Cerney
Tucked away on a quiet stretch of Little Horseshoe Lake, Island is a sleek, glass-fronted stay with its own hot tub, kayaks and multiple sun-drenched decks. Perfect for couples or solo escapes, this lodge gives you space to fully switch off – with trails to wander, wild water to swim in, and not a neighbour in sight.
Little Horseshoe Lake, Wildmoorway Ln, South Cerney, Cirencester GL7 5UZ
cotswoldwaterparkretreats.co.uk/lodge/island-lodge/
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Lakes by Yoo, Lechlade
The Lakes by YOO is a luxury estate offering one of the most unique stays in the Cotswolds. Set around serene private lakes and woodland, this design-led retreat blends nature with high-end architecture. Guests can stay in stunning waterfront homes, enjoy spa treatments, paddleboarding, or simply unwind in secluded tranquility. Designed by renowned creatives, each property is a masterpiece, making The Lakes by YOO a perfect escape for those seeking both elegance and immersion in nature.
High Street, Lechlade GL7 3DT
thelakesbyyoo.com
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Lakes by Yoo, Lechlade
The Lakes by YOO is a luxury estate offering one of the most unique stays in the Cotswolds. Set around serene private lakes and woodland, this design-led retreat blends nature with high-end architecture. Guests can stay in stunning waterfront homes, enjoy spa treatments, paddleboarding, or simply unwind in secluded tranquility. Designed by renowned creatives, each property is a masterpiece, making The Lakes by YOO a perfect escape for those seeking both elegance and immersion in nature.
High Street, Lechlade GL7 3DT
thelakesbyyoo.com