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Cider Press Cottage

Cider Press Cottage

4.6
out of 5
Ratings from 24 reviews
96% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.5
Comfort
4.6
Condition
4.5
Location
4.9
Value
4.6
Customer
Service
4.5

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Cider Press Cottage is a fabulous ground floor holiday home, with light and airy spaces and a cosy log-burner. Located in Ilmington, this wonderful property is perfect for exploring the local area.

Cider Press cottage outstanding location & presentation.

Review submitted on Thu, 21 Aug 2025
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
Visiting from Australia & first time to the Cotswolds which has been a bucket list destination for some time & was not disappointed.
The cottage was as described very comfortable & clean & well equipped for every occasion.
Ilmington as a location is to die for, very friendly & steeped in history as well as close to major attractions such as Bourton on the Water, Stratford upon Avon & numerous small villages along the way. For a longer excursion, Castle Coombe was well worth the visit.The Bell Inn at Alderminster was a favourite pub with excellent meals.

A suggestion for the cottage is that the ensuite shower needed a non slip safety mat which we purchased as it was quite slippery, there was one in the bath. We understand that renovations are planned for the bathroom which would negate having a shower over the bath without any type of screen.
Would definitely return again & have no hesitation in recommending Cider Press Cottage for anyone travelling to the Cotswolds.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

John from Blakeview stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 6 nights in August 2025


StayCotswold replied 18 days ago
Thank you John for your review of Cider Press cottage. We are delighted that you found the property to be very comfortable clean and well equipped for every occasion. It's great to hear that you got out and about to explore the local area. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Good base to explore the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Thu, 21 Aug 2025
3.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Overall we had a good stay at Cider Press Cottage. We did feel the property was a little tired and some small updates would have made it perfect. The lounge was spacious and light, Kitchen a good size but in need of a little tlc. The main bedroom was a good size and the bed was comfortable. The en-suite was okay, shower was a little small and again some updating would improve it. The smaller room was adequate, it would have been good to have had another shower or at least a hook for the mixer and a curtain over the bath so it could be used as a shower. some of the towels and linen had marks on them. The garden was a little disappointing, we couldn’t let the dogs out because of all the apples that had dropped, definitely room for improvement that could make the space much more inviting. Some milk and biscuits were provided, but a welcome pack of tea, coffee and milk would have been appreciated. The property provided a good base for exploring the Cotswolds. And they did allow us to drop our luggage off before checking which was very helpful.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

Jo from Huntingdon stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 3 nights in August 2025


StayCotswold replied 18 days ago
Thank you Jo for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are pleased to read that overall you had a good stay at the cottage, however we are sorry to hear that you felt that the property was a little tired and could be improved with some small updates. We will pass your feedback on to the property owner for her consideration. Overall we are delighted to know that the property is in a good location for exploring the Cotswolds. We look forward to welcoming you back soon

The second time at cider press and it would have been nice to have been advised of the building work

Review submitted on Mon, 04 Aug 2025
3.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
This work attracted noise including swearing, load music, repeated sanding and vibration and effectively rendered our second week as a complete waste of money
There were no refuse tanks for the rubbish and in fact no welcoming treats even down to some milk
Great shame really as the whole experience we have been saving up for could have provided a very well earned break


The below further questions should have another option based on the above feedback and not just yes or no

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Paul from Bracknell stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 14 nights in July 2025


StayCotswold replied 33 days ago
Thank you Paul for taking the time to share your review following your recent stay at Cider Press Cottage. We are sorry to hear that your experience was affected by nearby building works. Please accept our sincere apologies for any disruption this may have caused during your visit. As StayCotswold acts solely as the marketing agent on behalf of the property owner, we do not manage the day-to-day operations of the property. We rely on the information provided to us by the property owner and the property manager. We were not made aware of any building works in the area prior to your arrival and we understand how frustrating this must have been, as you have stayed at the property in the past. While the building works on neighbouring properties are beyond the owner's control, we will pass your feedback on to the property management team for their attention, particularly in relation to the housekeeping concerns you have raised. We do hope you will consider returning to the Cotswolds in the future,

Lovely Cottage.

Review submitted on Tue, 20 May 2025
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
Clean comfortable cottage in a great location. Good communaty shop and good food at the two local pubs.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Demetrius from Bury stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 3 nights in May 2025


StayCotswold replied 115 days ago
Thank you Demetrius for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted that you found the property to be clean, comfortable and in a great location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Spring break

Review submitted on Mon, 07 Apr 2025
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
3.0
What a lovely place Ilmington is! A beautiful village with excellent amenities provided by the shop and cafe. A fantastic community spirit.
The cottage is lovely and so convenient for visiting the Cotswold villages and excellent eateries nearby. The cottage caters for absolutely every requirement, it is so well equipped, and is so pleasant and light with the french doors in the kitchen and lounge looking out to the patio. It was spotlessly clean. We had only one concern, and that was the need for new matresses on the beds! One side of the king bed nearest the door was like a board resulting in one of us absconding to one of the twins which was also uncomfortable! One suggestion? Perhaps replace the carpet in the lounge with a wooden floor so that inevitable stains can be removed.
We loved our time at the cottage.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
No

Sue from Cardiff stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 4 nights in March 2025


StayCotswold replied 158 days ago
Thank you Sue for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be spotlessly clean, lovely and in a convenient location. We are sorry to hear that the mattresses did not match your level of comfort. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

So lovely I booked it again

Review submitted on Fri, 21 Mar 2025
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Very comfortable cottage and cosy, well equipped and benefits from two en-suites.
I have now booked for New Year!

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Nicola from Lichfield stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 3 nights in March 2025


StayCotswold replied 176 days ago
Thank you Nicola for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you have already booked to stay again!

A comfortable and well-equipped cottage in a perfect location

Review submitted on Thu, 13 Mar 2025
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
A comfortable and well-equipped cottage in a lovely, friendly village and with plenty of activity options within a 20 minute drive - what more could you want?

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



E J from Walton-on-Thames stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 7 nights in March 2025


StayCotswold replied 184 days ago
Thank you E J White for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be comfortable. well equipped and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

The house was warm, inviting and comfortable in a beautiful village.

Review submitted on Fri, 14 Feb 2025
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The house was warm and inviting on arrival which is always important to me. The beds and sofas were comfortable and the house had everything you needed from kitchen equipment to several toilet rolls! The village is beautiful and the locals very friendly. Lots of alleyways to walk down to find interesting paths without going too far from the house. The Red Lion was wonderful for a Sunday roast. They had live entertainment in the pub and lots of locals attended. It was great. We will be back.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Claire from Reading stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 3 nights in January 2025


StayCotswold replied 211 days ago
Thank you Claire for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to read that you found the house to be warm, inviting and comfortable and had everything you needed for your stay. We are pleased to know that the village of Illmington is beautiful and you enjoyed a Sunday roast at the The Red Lion and the locals are very friendly. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Great location and good facilities

Review submitted on Tue, 31 Dec 2024
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
The cottage was comfortable and well presented overall and a fantasticl location in a lovely village. Would recommend.
A couple of suggestions to make it even better:
The cottage smelt quite smokey when we arrived and we also had a problem on the first night with back flow from the fire with the carbon monoxide alarms going off. Would be helpful to provide instructions for the fire and potentially need to sweep the chimney. We didn't use the fire for the rest of our stay.
The people in the double room also felt the mattress was a little uncomfortable but the ones in the twin were fine.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

Guest from Emsworth stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 7 nights in December 2024


StayCotswold replied 254 days ago
Thank you Jane for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are pleased to read that you found the cottage to be comfortable and well presented in the lovely village of Ilmington. We have passed your review onto the property owner which she has taken seriously. She has confirmed that the chimney was swept in December before your stay and the smoke may have been caused by the high winds we experienced over the Christmas period creating a downdraft . She will leave instructions for the fire and central heating for future guests. No previous guests have complained about the mattress, but she is grateful for the feedback and may consider replacing the mattress in the future. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Comfortable and spacious.

Review submitted on Sat, 26 Oct 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Well equipped and super location. Good lunch at the Howard Arms and excellent community shop. Would certainly visit again.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Janet from Cowes stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 7 nights in October 2024


StayCotswold replied 320 days ago
Thank you Janet for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be well equipped and in a super location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Lovely Cotswold cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 02 Oct 2024
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
Cider press cottage is very spacious, well equipped, comfortable and clean. We had a lovely stay here and the village of Ilmington has everything you need and is well placed for seeing all the of the Cotswolds. Some reviews have said there isn’t much of a welcome pack but there was tea, coffee, sugar, milk and biscuits. Also salt and pepper, but what I liked there were plenty of loo rolls, kitchen roll, washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets and liquid soap and bin bags all the things I often forget.
We would definitely return to Cider Press Cottage in the future!

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

Deborah from Woodbridge stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 7 nights in September 2024


StayCotswold replied 346 days ago
Thank you Deborah for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be spacious, well equipped, comfortable and clean. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

2nd Visit

Review submitted on Mon, 09 Sep 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
This was our second stay at Cider Press and we love it. The village is lovely, very quiet but when you do meet people they are very friendly and a bonus is having a Community shop and cafe just across the road and an excellent pub The Howard Arms which is in walking distance.
Compared with last year (but booked through a different company) the Welcome Pack was very sparse consisting of milk and a packet of biscuits. There were a few other things possibly left by other guests in cupboard but having said that the milk was appreciated as the shop was closed by the time we had unpacked.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

Anne from Southsea stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 7 nights in August 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Anne for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that this was your second stay. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

An ideal base for touring The Cotswolds

Review submitted on Fri, 02 Aug 2024
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Cider Press Cottage was a comfortable, spacious, fully equipped base for our intensive touring of the Cotswold Area. Ilmington is very quiet but offers quick and easy access to the surrounding areas. Our only concern was the driveway access which is problematic if you have a long car and/or one with low ground clearance.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Terry from Ashford stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 3 nights in July 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Terry for your view of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to know that the cottage was comfortable, spacious and fully equipped for your intensive touring of the Cotswolds and the village of Ilmington is quiet and offers quick and easy access to the surrounding area. The drive entrance of the property is viewable on the visual display on the website. We hope that you will return to the Cotswolds soon.

Excellent cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 24 Jul 2024
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
This is our second stay at Cider Press cottage. It is a lovely comfortable cottage in a delightful village with lots of dog walks from the door.
We stay here on our way down to Cornwall to break our journey.
We will definitely stay again.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Janet from Southport stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 2 nights in July 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Janet for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that this is your second visit to the property and we hope you will be back to stay a third time soon!

Beautiful Ilmington

Review submitted on Mon, 22 Jul 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
We had a fantastic time, staying in Cider press cottage. The accommodation was absolutely perfect! Clean, comfortable and met all of our needs. The village of Ilmington is picturesque and very friendly. We really had the very best time, I just wished our stay had been longer.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Liz from Leatherhead stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 4 nights in July 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Liz for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time and found the property to be clean, comfortable and in a picturesque village location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Fantastic village and wonderful cottage.

Review submitted on Mon, 15 Jul 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Cider Press was a very spacious, well equipped and very comfortable cottage. The front room was a delight so big and light. Furniture and beds very comfortable. Shower superb. Kitchen well equipped and it was lovely looking out into the courtyard. The garden was well looked after and relaxing to sit in. It was enclosed and secure so great for our dog. Being able to park 2 cars in the courtyard was a bonus. A little observation was that there were a few cobwebs especially in fireplace, dusty skirting boards etc but overall good. A small kitchen bin and no spare bin bags was a bit of a pain.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

Michelle from Leicester stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 4 nights in July 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Michelle for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be spacious, well equipped and comfortable. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Peaceful location

Review submitted on Mon, 24 Jun 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely cottage in a peaceful location. The village of Ilmington is quiet, with a super village shop and cafe and a lovely church where they practice bell ringing every other Wednesday, a delight to listen to.
The cottage courtyard is a lovely place to sit and enjoy a tea or coffee. The kitchen is equipped with everything you could possibly need and an en-suite with both bedrooms is a luxury. However, we didn't realise that we would be unable to watch live tv and needed use catch up instead.
We would recommend Cider Press Cottage.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes

Sue from Wirral stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 4 nights in June 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Sue for sharing your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to know that the cottage is lovely in the peaceful village of Ilmington and you were able to visit the village shop and cafe. It is lovely to read that you enjoyed sitting the cottage courtyard and the Kitchen is equipped with everything you could possibly need for your stay. We hope you will return to the Cotswolds soon.

The 4 C's. Cosy, Comfortable, Cotswold Cottage.

Review submitted on Tue, 28 May 2024
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
A home from home in a lovely setting. An ideal base for exploring the beauty of the Cotswolds. Will definitely return.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Guest from Broadstone stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 5 nights in May 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Patricia for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be cosy, comfortable and homely. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful village location

Review submitted on Mon, 29 Apr 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Cider Press Cottage is comfortable, quiet and situation in a beautiful village in the northern Cotswolds. Facilities are good and rooms are very comfortable. A grill pan and oven gloves are the only things lacking in an otherwise excellent cottage.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Mark from Isle of Mull stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 5 nights in April 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Mark for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to read that the cottage is comfortable, quiet and situated in the beautiful village of Ilmington. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.

A superb cottage immaculately presented

Review submitted on Mon, 18 Mar 2024
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 love this cottage and it is our second visit. Every facility, comfortable bed and sofas in lounge. Quality fittings and warm and cosy. We will be back regularly.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Caroline from Bedford stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 4 nights in March 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Caroline for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be immaculately presented, warm and cosy. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

A lovely getaway

Review submitted on Thu, 29 Feb 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Cider Press Cottage is lovely and tucked away within a lovely village. The cottage is within 3 minutes of the local community shop and cafe which was well stocked and very welcoming. The cottage has a great stock of cooking implements and the fire was lovely.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Caroline from Reading stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 3 nights in February 2024


StayCotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Caroline for your wonderful review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to read that the cottage is lovely and tucked away in the village of Ilmington. We are pleased to read that the cottage is 3 mins away from the local community shop and café which was well stocked and very welcoming. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.

Excellent stay

Review submitted on Wed, 31 Jan 2024
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
Perfect cottage, spacious clean and comfortable with high quality furnishings and a heating system which was simple to use, always a bonus. It was actually far larger than the pictures suggest. Wouldn’t hesitate to return.

The one and only criticism was that there wasn’t a folder with information about the area
Where nearest supermarket is
Where nearest petrol station
Recommendations etc.
I did mention this to the management company and they have passed on my suggestion to the owner.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Jenny from Southampton stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 5 nights in January 2024


Stay Cotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Jenny for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be spacious, clean and comfortable. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!

Great village

Review submitted on Thu, 25 Jan 2024
4.5
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This barn is in a delightful village with thevHoward's Arms and a fabulous village shop.
The barn is a little dated, but comfortable and everything you need is there.

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Guest from Taunton stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 3 nights in January 2024


StayCotswolds replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Sarah for sharing your lovely review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed staying in the village of Ilmington. We are looking forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.

Lovely cottage in the Cotswolds

Review submitted on Sat, 30 Dec 2023
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Well equipped and confortable cottage in the Cotswolds. We had a lovely time. The cottage is very calm and well located near the village shop . Lacking instructions on the heating system that was either off or too hot .

Would you recommend StayCotswold to a friend?
Yes



Sophie from Paris stayed at Cider Press Cottage for 5 nights in December 2023


Stay Cotswold replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you Sophie for your review of Cider Press Cottage. We are delighted you found the property to be well equipped, comfortable and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!