Riverside Cottage • 2 min to Arlington Row • Pets

Escape to Sackville House —a beautiful riverside, Grade II-listed Cotswold haven. Located in the heart of Bibury, you're just 140 yards from iconic Arlington Row and steps from the tranquil River Coln. This rare, pet-friendly retreat that sleeps 6, blends authentic historic charm with modern luxury, including a dreamy roll-top bath under the eaves. Enjoy river views, a private terrace, and free parking nearby. The perfect base for exploring the Cotswolds' most beautiful village. The space 🏡 Sackville House — A Historic Hideaway in England’s Most Beautiful Village Welcome to Sackville House — a Grade II–listed treasure set over three charming floors, just 140 yards from Arlington Row and only steps from the gentle River Coln. Here, 17th-century character meets quiet luxury. Exposed stone, timber beams, cottage windows and original features blend naturally with thoughtful modern comforts. Add in a rare pet-friendly welcome and a location at the very heart of Bibury, and you have a stay that feels both timeless and deeply relaxing. Perfect for romantic escapes, small families, friends’ getaways, content creators, and wedding guests, the cottage offers the warmth of a storybook setting with everything you need for a memorable Cotswold retreat. ____________________________________ ✨ Why Guests Fall in Love With Riverside Cottage • 2-minute stroll to Arlington Row — the most photographed cottages in England • River Coln views from the cottage • Pet friendly — a rarity in Bibury • Three floors of historic charm with exposed stone & original features • Sleeps up to 6 — king, double & sofa bed • Roll-top bath under the eaves — a dreamy, romantic centrepiece • Modern wet room with rainfall shower • Private terrace with a beautiful Japanese red Acer • Free parking just a 1-minute walk away • Walk to pubs, cafés, nature reserves & riverside footpaths ____________________________________ 🛏️ Inside the Cottage — Room by Room Ground Floor — Kitchen, Lounge & Dining Space Step into a warm, welcoming space with historic character and modern comfort. • Well-equipped kitchen perfect for home cooking • Cosy lounge with a corner sofa/sofa bed • Smart TV for evening relaxing • Dining area for slow breakfasts and dinners • Electric fire — instant, cosy warmth at the touch of a button From here, doors lead directly to your private terrace — a peaceful outdoor nook ideal for morning coffee or sunset drinks beneath the red Acer. ____________________________________ First Floor — King Bedroom & Wet Room A gentle ascent leads to: • A comfortable king-size bedroom with cottage-style décor The separate wet room offers: • Rainfall waterfall shower • Toilet & sink • Elegant limestone finish • Window overlooking the River Coln, with swans drifting past ____________________________________ Top Floor — Double Bedroom with Roll-Top Bath A romantic hideaway beneath the eaves, featuring: • Double bed • A beautiful roll-top bath — the cottage’s most-loved feature • River-ward views • Charming low ceilings and the cosiness only a historic cottage can provide Please note: The stairs to this floor are steep and narrow with an original-style rope handrail. Head height is limited in places — all part of the cottage’s centuries-old character but a consideration for those with mobility challenges. ____________________________________ 🌿 Outdoor Space Your private astro-turf terrace offers a quiet spot for reading, dining, or simply pausing to enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the village. The Japanese red Acer turns this space into a small sanctuary in summer. ____________________________________ 🐶 Pet Friendly We happily welcome well-behaved dogs. Bibury offers riverside paths, meadows, and gentle walking trails that begin right from the doorstep. ____________________________________ 🚗 Parking There is no on-site parking, but free public parking is available just a 1-minute walk away — very easy for unloading and returning to. ____________________________________ 📍 The Location — Bibury at Its Finest Stay in the heart of the village that enchanted Emperor Hirohito, inspired William Morris, and was crowned “The Most Beautiful Village in the World” by Forbes. Everything is walkable: • Arlington Row — 2 minutes • River Coln — seconds away • The Swan Hotel, pubs & tea rooms — within 10 minutes • Rack Isle Nature Reserve — around the corner • Cirencester, Bourton, Stow & the Slaughters — short, scenic drives A perfect base for exploring the Cotswolds — or simply soaking in Bibury’s quiet magic. ____________________________________ 🎯 Perfect For • Romantic escapes • Small families exploring the Cotswolds • Wedding guests (Cripps Barn & Stone Barn — 8 mins) • International travellers seeking the “real England” • Photography lovers • Dog owners (few Bibury cottages accept pets!) ____________________________________ 📌 Things to Note • Historic cottage = charming quirks • Top-floor stairs are steep & narrow (rope handrail) • Some low ceilings in the eaves • No on-site parking (free parking nearby) • Electric fire, not a log burner Guest access We have fitted a key safe so you will be able to check yourselves in at any time. You are able to use all of the cottage, but the basement is out of bounds. Parking is free at all times and available on the street less than 100 yards from the front door.