1 / 24River Cottage
Duntisbourne Rouse, Gloucestershire
A two bedroom cottage for four at Duntisbourne Rouse with a half acre enclosed garden, access to a six acre paddock for the dog, and one dog welcome.
Six acres. That is the paddock the owners give guests access to, with a bench in it so somebody can sit while a dog uses the space, and it is the most ground any listing here sets aside for the purpose. River Cottage sleeps four at Duntisbourne Rouse and is dog friendly, with half an acre of enclosed garden of its own besides. The half acre is the secure one and the paddock is the open one, a distinction worth holding on to.
A king room, a twin, one bathroom, a wood burner, and the Dunt going past outside. The garden is the everyday space: fenced, level, and big enough that nothing has to happen on a lead. The paddock is the other thing entirely, six acres to throw something across, and one dog is going to think it has inherited an estate.
An afternoon here has a shape to it. Somebody on the bench, a dog covering the same ground for the fourth time and finding it improved, and the hour going by without anybody deciding to do anything about it. Four people fit into the cottage easily and the week arranges itself around that field.
The Dunt runs down a shallow valley through four hamlets that share its name, and in two of them the lane goes into the water and out the other side rather than over a bridge. The church at Duntisbourne Rouse stands on the slope above it, small, Saxon at the bottom and built with a crypt under the chancel because the ground fell away. A dog gets lanes with almost nothing on them, and Painswick and its beacon are a short drive west.
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from £750 for 7 nights
River Cottage takes 1 dog and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 1 dog
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Enclosed garden | Off-road parking available for 2 cars | Large garden (0
- Sleeps
- 4 guests
- Rooms
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
- Price
- from £750 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Bbq, Open fire, Parking, Wifi
River Cottage from £750 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is River Cottage dog friendly?
Yes, River Cottage welcomes dogs. Guests have use of a half acre enclosed garden that's fully fenced and level, plus access to a remarkable six acre open paddock — the largest dedicated dog space of any listing in our directory. There's even a bench in the paddock so you can sit and watch your dog treat the whole thing as their personal estate.
Are dogs allowed at River Cottage year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, so there's nothing in the details to suggest otherwise. If you want to confirm availability for specific dates, it's always worth checking directly with the owners.
What should I know before visiting River Cottage with my dog?
The listing mentions one dog is welcome, so if you're travelling with more than one it's worth checking with the owners before booking. It's also useful to know the distinction between the two outdoor spaces: the half acre garden is enclosed and secure, while the six acre paddock is open, so that one is more about run space than containment. The surrounding lanes around Duntisbourne Rouse are quiet with very little traffic, and Painswick and its beacon are a short drive away if you're looking for further walks.
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River Cottage from £750 for 7 nights
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