Bear's Cottage

Bretforton, Nr Broadway

Details

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Sleeps 4

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Bedrooms 2

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Shower Room 1

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No Pets

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No Smoking / Vaping

Popular Features

Fibre Broadband

Dish Washer

Washer/Dryer

Garden with Patio

Gas Central Heating

A Two bedroomed 17th Century Grade II Cotswold Cottage in the village of Bretforton

Bear's Cottage is an enchanting two bedroomed 17th Century Cotswold Cottage, originally built in 1605 and once formed part of the rectory on the Bretforton Manor Estate. Situated within the Conservation Area of Bretforton and adjacent to Bretforton Manor, the cottage paints a tranquil picture overlooking the beautiful 13th Century Church of St. Leonards.

Recently renovated and finished to a high standard throughout, the cottage provides charming accommodation comprising of: two double bedrooms each with a comfortable double bedstead and Millbrook mattress, a superb shower room with large shower, under floor heating and heated towel rail, a well-equipped kitchen (including single electric oven and hob, electric cooker hood, a microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer).

The dining area leads through to a cosy sitting area with freeview TV, dvd player and fibre 1 broadband. The cottage also has the benefit of gas central heating and a gas stove for those chilly evenings.

Nestled in a pretty garden with a lawn and flowerbeds to the front of the cottage and a patio complete with garden furniture, Bear's Cottage has everything you need to enjoy the outdoor living on those long Summer evenings.

Please note:

  • Whilst the staircase to the bedrooms is reasonably wide with a handrail it has a sharp winding turn at the bottom. Regrettably this property is unsuitable for wheelchair users, anyone with mobility issues or small children.
  • We do not permit outdoor shoes/boots or trainers to be worn indoors. Please be kind enough to bring indoor slippers with you to wear in the cottage.
  • For your peace of mind and to make sure you have a memorable stay at Bear's Cottage, we have always operated a very thorough cleaning regime at every changeover.
    You can view our Cleaning Policy here

Fabulous Brand, Sun on Sunday

This is what Sinead McIntyre, Editor in Chief of the Fabulous Brand, Sun on Sunday had to say about Bear's cottage, after a long weekend stay in February 2022 Bear's Cottage Review

The Village of Bretforton

Bretforton is a vibrant quintessential English village located on the edge of the beautiful North Cotswolds, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Located just 6 miles from the famous North Cotswold Villages of Broadway ('The Jewel in the Cotswolds'), Chipping Campden and within easy reach of Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the Water ('The Venice of the Cotswolds'), Lower and Upper Slaughter and Moreton-in-Marsh.

This picturesque village overlooking the village green, has a history dating back to the 8th Century. It is renowned for market gardening and is still the largest farming village around Evesham and famous for the asparagus auctions held annually at the local pub. Bretforton is peppered with a range of pretty, historical stone and timbered Grade I and Grade II listed buildings, including St Leonards - a 13th Century church, Bretforton Manor - a Jacobean Manor House, Bretforton Hall - a Gothic Hall, Bretforton Grange, small cottages and a number of dovecotes.

The village is also home to The Pebworth Morris Men and the brilliant ladies of the Belle D'Vain Morris both based at The Fleece Inn which also prides itself on being home to the Bretforton Silver Band the longest surviving village band in Worcestershire and plays at the local events held in Bretforton.

Bretforton has featured on Penelope Keith's Village of the Year Channel 4 TV series in January 2018.

Bretforton has featured as a filming location for 'Sister Boniface Mysteries' and The Fleece Inn has been a recurring filming location for 'Father Brown' series.

Our Local Village Pub - 'The Fleece Inn'
Bretforton is famous for The Fleece Inn - our award winning pub overlooking the village green. Originally built in the early 15th century and steeped in history it was bequeathed to the National Trust in 1977. A vibrant part of the community and popular for good food and real ales, the pub attracts loyal locals and visitors from all over the world.
Awards include:

  • Great British Pub Awards Finalist - Country Pub of the Year 2026
  • Pub of the Year 25/26 - Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards
  • BII Licensee of the Year 2026 Finalist - Nigel Smith
  • Best Small Wedding Venue, Cotswolds Awards 2025
  • Worcestershire County CAMRA Pub of the Year 2025
  • Shakespeare (Worcestershire) CAMRA Pub of the Year 2025 & 2024
  • Good Pub Guide Top Ten Country Pubs

The Fleece Inn (pub with restaurant) is just 150 metres walk from the cottage.
Bretforton Community Shop is just 50 metres walk from the cottage and a purveyor of local produce and local fayre.

Facilities

General

  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Parking
  • Towels Provided
  • Washer/Dryer
  • On Street Car Parking adjacent to the Cottage
  • Gas and Electricity included

Garden

  • Outside Dining Table and Chairs

Lounge Area

  • Comfortable seating area x 4
  • Colour Freeview TV
  • Fibre 1 Broadband
  • Gas burning Stove
  • Selection of DVDs, books, magazines and games

Dining Area

  • Dining Table with Seating x 4 people

Kitchen

  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pantry Items
  • Refrigerator
  • Hob
  • Toaster
  • Filter Coffee machine with built in filter

Bathrooms

  • 1 Bathroom
  • Shower room with large shower enclosure, toilet, sink, heated towel rail and underfloor heating, led demisting mirror with shaver socket

Bedrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Double Bedstead with Millbrook mattress
  • Bedroom 2 - 1 Double Bedstead with Millbrook mattress

Attractions

  • Arboretum
  • Churches
  • Cinemas
  • Library
  • Live theatre
  • Museums

Local Services & Businesses

  • ATM/bank
  • Groceries
  • Medical Services
  • Public House
  • Outlet shopping
  • Golf
  • Swimming

AVAILABILITY

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Pricing For 2026/2027

All prices are based on a 7 night stay arriving after 4pm on Saturday departing by 10am the following Saturday
Changeover Day Saturday (with the exception of Christmas/New Year please see below)
Short breaks available for a 4 night minimum stay - please enquire

RENTAL PERIOD Changeover Day - Saturday Short breaks Min Stay 4 nights 7 Night Stay
WINTER 2026 3 Jan – 27 Mar
3 Jan - 13 Feb Short breaks available - please enquire £595
FEBRUARY HALF TERM 14 Feb - 20 Feb Short breaks available - please enquire £675
21 Feb - 6 Mar Short breaks available - please enquire £600
CHELTENHAM WEEK 7 Mar - 13 Mar Nightly rate not available £1,800
14 Mar - 27 Mar Short breaks available - please enquire £625
SPRING 2026 28 Mar – 29 May
EASTER 28 Mar – 10 Apr Short breaks available - please enquire £725
11 Apr – 1 May Short breaks available - please enquire £685
MAY BANK HOLIDAY 2 May – 8 May Short breaks available - please enquire £700
9 May – 22 May Short breaks available - please enquire £685
SPRING BANK HOLIDAY 23 May – 29 May Short breaks available - please enquire £735
SUMMER 2026 30 May – 4 Sep
30 May – 26 June Short breaks available - please enquire £685
27 June – 17 July £735
18 July – 14 Aug £835
15 Aug – 28 Aug £825
AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY 29 Aug – 4 Sep £825
AUTUMN 2026 5 Sep – 22 Dec
5 Sep – 3 Oct £795
4 Oct – 23 Oct £765
OCTOBER HALF TERM 24 Oct – 6 Nov £775
7 Nov – 27 Nov Short breaks available - please enquire £735
28 Nov – 22 Dec Short breaks available - please enquire £735
CHRISTMAS 2026 & NEW YEAR
Christmas 23 Dec – 29 Dec £835
New Year 30 Dec – 5 Jan £835
WINTER 2027 6 Jan – 2 Apr
6 Jan - 12 Feb Short breaks available - please enquire £665
FEBRUARY HALF TERM 13 Feb - 19 Feb Short breaks available - please enquire £720
20 Feb - 5 Mar Short breaks available - please enquire £675
CHELTENHAM WEEK 6 Mar - 12 Mar Nightly rate not available £1,900
13 Mar - 19 Mar Short breaks available - please enquire £675
EASTER 20 Mar – 2 Apr Short breaks available - please enquire £745

CONTACT US

You can Contact Us directly to enquire on availability by:

Tel: 07930 838824
email: bookings@bearscottagebretforton.co.uk
by entering details into the Enquiry Form.

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Making the most of your visit to Bretforton

The picturesque village of Bretforton, near Evesham in the County of Worcestershire, is situated on the northern edge of The Cotswolds AONB, providing an ideal base for exploring the picturesque towns and villages in the North Cotswolds and the historic towns of Stratford upon Avon, Warwick, Leamington Spa, Cheltenham, Worcester, Daylesford and Burford.

Enjoy an evening at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, visit one of the five Shakespearian properties, wander around the ancient walls of Warwick Castle or follow in the footsteps of Kings, Queens at Sudeley Castle.

For the petrol heads amongst you why not plan a day at the British Motor Museum at Gaydon which houses the World's finest collection of British Cars - an absolute must.

Those of you in search of a relaxing holiday, there are many local National Trust Houses & Gardens along with beautiful Cotswold villages on the doorstep, making this the perfect retreat for an enjoyable holiday at any time of year.

North Cotswold Villages
Hidcote Bartram and Hidcote Boyce, Mickleton, Broadway (the 'Gem of the Cotswolds'), Chipping Campden, Snowshill, Guiting Power, Winchcombe, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the Water (the 'Venice of the Cotswolds') Upper Slaughter and Lower Slaughter, Moreton in Marsh, Burford, Bibury (famous for the iconic, much-photographed row of 14th-century weaver's cottages known as Arlington Row) Cirencester (the 'Capital of the Cotswolds')

National Trust Houses & Gardens

Shakespeare's Properties

  • Shakespeare's Birthplace (Henley Street): The actual childhood home where the playwright was born and grew up.
  • Shakespeare's New Place (Chapel Street): The site of his final family home, which features stunning contemporary gardens and the adjoining Nash's House.
  • Anne Hathaway's Cottage (Shottery): The picturesque thatched cottage where his wife spent her early life.
  • Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall: Discover where the Bard was educated in the 1570s, located at King Edward VI Grammar School
  • Holy Trinity Church: The majestic riverside church where William Shakespeare was baptized, worshipped, and is buried
  • Mary Arden's Farm and Palmer's Farm in the village of Wilmcote, whilst temporarily closed to the public you can still admire these properties from the pavement and there is also a lovely canal walk from Wilmcote to Stratford upon Avon. Alternatively a circular walk by the canal and over the fields to The Mary Ardens Public House

Bears Cottage

About The Owners - Susan & Phil

Phil guess what ...... I've seen a fabulous cottage on Rightmove, shall we go and have a look?

These were the fateful words I used as we crossed the point of no return in late 2015, embarking upon what was to become a two year renovation of Bear's Cottage, a Grade II listed property originally built in the year of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605!

My partner Phil is a professional wall and floor tiler and was taught carpentry skills as a child by his father, turning his hand to almost anything. Originally from a banking background, for the last 30 years I have worked in the Hospitality Industry whilst developing needlework skills and decorating skills in my spare time.

For two years we worked tirelessly renovating the cottage and by pooling our resources we have transformed a stone cottage trapped in a 1980's time warp into a desirable holiday cottage. We retained as many of the original features as possible and left no surface untouched which managed to escape the wallpaper stripper, the scraper and the paint brush!

Some people thought we were insane to take on the renovation and others like ourselves saw the potential from the start. As we stepped into the decaying, half glazed wooden porch and walked through the old faded front door, we fell in love with the cottage's charm and timelessness. From that moment on we knew we could transform Bear's Cottage into a desirable holiday cottage providing a tranquil and relaxing haven for our guests to enjoy.

We have realised our dream and have been welcoming guests for over 3 years and from the lovely comments we have received we know they have enjoyed the ambience and tranquillity of our lovely cottage.

Once again it's wonderful to be able to welcome our guests to Bear's Cottage, particularly after the year we have all endured, and it is more important than ever that our guests enjoy their stay and hopefully return in the future.

Have a lovely holiday!

Phil & Susan