FB Twitter

Japonica

Japonica

4.9
out of 5
Ratings from 9 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.6
Value
4.9
Customer
Service
5.0


The picture perfect Cotswold village of Minster Lovell with its thatched cottages, incredible pub and historic features is a place where you can get away from it all. Staying at Japonica you can start your days with country walks heading to The Farmer’s Dog or Burford Garden Centre to get a taste of Cotswold life. If you stay in, the spacious open plan living area lets you gather for meals and conversations, stepping out to the garden for evenings drinks as the sun goes down. Set across the ground floor with two double rooms and a bunk it suits families or groups of friends and has everything you need for a Cotswold break.

A gorgeous property, beautifully set up.

Review submitted on Thu, 25 Jun 2026
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
3.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Japonica is a beautifully set up cottage. Scrupulously clean and well decorated, it has everything a group needs for a comfortable and high quality stay.

In terms of helping other would be guests decide if Japonica is for them, it might be important for some guests to know that the cottage is situated on the main Burford Road, albeit well set back. This was in no way an issue for us, but those who are bothered by noise might want to know thay there is no problem with traffic noise in any of the bedrooms but it can be heard if windows are open from the sitting room.


Beverley from Teddington stayed at Japonica for 3 nights in June 2026


Perfect stay in beautiful property

Review submitted on Sat, 30 May 2026
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 this was such a lovely property. We had a wonderful stay. The property has obviously been fully renovated recently to the highest standard and was spotlessly clean, The bed linen was beautiful quality. Tea and coffee provided together generously with a four pint carton of milk. The two sofas facing each other made for a lovely environment to relax and chat. We didn’t cook whilst at the property but the kitchen was well equipped and in pristine condition. It’s a perfect location for visiting the Farmers Dog as it’s only 1.5 miles away (food and experience there was good). The Royal Oak in Burford makes its only range of pies which were lovely, Burford is well worth a visit with its lovely quaint high street and just a short drive from the property. The White Hart Inn Witney is about an 8 minute walk from the property. We would have eaten there but it is closed on Monday and Tuesday. There is plenty of parking at the property.

Gwyneth from Cardiff stayed at Japonica for 2 nights in May 2026


Great stay

Review submitted on Tue, 12 May 2026
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
Cannot praise this bungalow highly enough. Everything you need is supplied. It was well laid out and very comfortable. The log burner was an excellent addition when the evening got chilly. Excellent location for exploring the Cotswolds and a visit to the Farmers Dog..!!

Judith from Nottingham stayed at Japonica for 2 nights in May 2026


Beautiful Cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 26 Mar 2026
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 stayed at Japonica with another couple, the cottage is furnished and equipped really nicely which made it feel very homely, there was pleanty of logs available to use the log burner. The weather was nice so we used the outdoor furniture. I think an outside firepit would be a nice addition for summer. I definitely recommend and sure we will be back sometime!!

Sarah from Southampton stayed at Japonica for 2 nights in March 2026


A great property for a meet up of friends

Review submitted on Tue, 17 Mar 2026
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
Japonica was immaculately presented and is very well appointed. Met all our requirements for a meeting up of family.

Annette from Bristol stayed at Japonica for 2 nights in March 2026


A great property

Review submitted on Tue, 24 Feb 2026
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Japonica is very well equipped and perfect accommodation for a holiday. We went in winter so didn’t use outside but inside was super cosy and great for family socialising as the kitchen and lounge area are together. It is on quite a main road and not scenic from the house but only a short walk into the very picturesque village
Would recommend this property


Jenny from Nottingham stayed at Japonica for 3 nights in February 2026


A beautiful and superbly appointed cottage retreat providing a real home from home

Review submitted on Sat, 14 Feb 2026
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
My stay at Japonica was a treat - super clean, everything felt new and the interior was as if someone had lent you their home rather than that feeling of staying in a rental. All the furnishings and fittings were of a very high quality, and the layout meant it was easy to find your own space and relax, or work, or enjoy making a meal in the fully appointed kitchen. My stay was during a very wet winter period, but when the sun comes out it would be a wonderful place to enjoy not going anywhere but staying in the secluded courtyard garden. I hope I have the opportunity to return!

Guy from Witney stayed at Japonica for 17 nights in January 2026


Stunning

Review submitted on Sun, 04 Jan 2026
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
Stunning home, very comfortable owner had thought of everything. Cottage in a good location for exploring the Cotswolds.



Amanda from Tadworth stayed at Japonica for 3 nights in December 2025


Lovely cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 03 Nov 2025
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
So well equipped and comfortable, a lovely home from home and had everything we needed in it for an enjoyable stay. Within walking distance of a pub that serves great food. Also near Burford and lots of lovely Cotswold villages. Some great walks from the cottage too.

Only minor point is it’s on a B road which is quite busy and garden not enclosed so may be worth mentioning in the listing? Not a problem for us as I have teenagers, however I would have been worried with young children.


Guest from Newcastle stayed at Japonica for 7 nights in October 2025


Bolthole Retreats replied 251 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Japonica. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback has been taken onboard and we will review our property listing as soon as possible. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.