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Bumble Bee Cottage At Bushley

Bushley, near Tewkesbury, Worcestershire
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • A traditional Grade II-listed, single-storey cottage set in the countryside
  • Perfect for couples with many waymarked footpaths from the front door
  • Within easy reach of The Malvern Hills, Evesham Vale and Cotswolds
Property code: OC-83780

This retreat is set within the peaceful village of Bushley where you can enjoy a wealth of walking and cycling from your front door. This central location offers easy access to the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, New for 2025 Cotswold Designer Outlet under 5 miles, The Malvern Hills, and Three Counties Showground, all within 30 miles. Spend a day in the Cotswolds, 25 miles away, where you can take your pick of picturesque villages or wander one of the many National Trust gardens. Take a 10-mile drive to Cheltenham, famed for a day at the races or one of their many festivals, or take in the medieval market town of Tewkesbury that’s only 1.5 miles down the road. The area has a vibrant calendar hosting events throughout the year to suit all tastes, including food festivals, the Tewkesbury Medieval Festival and the Blossom Trail.

Set within a peaceful hamlet, this pretty single-storey cottage offers a warm welcome to all that come and stay. Step inside to the entrance porch where you can leave a day exploring behind with space for coats and boots. The living space is open plan and perfect for relaxing; there is a TV/DVD with a small collection of films for you to enjoy. The kitchen/diner is light and spacious and equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and washer/dryer. For a simple supper, there is a dining table and chairs that will accommodate four guests. And when the day is done you will find two bedrooms, a double bedroom that overlooks the cottage garden and a single room. Off the hallway, there is a shower room with a double walk-in shower and the WC is separate from this.

The cottage garden can be found to the rear and side of the cottage, there are table and chairs for summer dining and a gas BBQ too. There is off-road parking for two cars and bike storage.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 single
  • 1 shower room with shower and the WC is separate
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Regret no children, babes in arms only
  • TV/DVD in lounge
  • Garden with seating and gas BBQ
  • Bike storage
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Pubs, shops and restaurants within 2 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Gem Cole

This property is personally managed by Gem.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Paula 30th May 2026

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Beautiful cottage so peaceful.Feels like you are in the middle of the countryside but only 5 minutes from the beautiful town of Tewkesbury. Stunning walks. Amazing local bakery (Parsons).

Reviewed by Terry 29th May 2026

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A cottage you can relax and feel at home in as soon as you arrive. Easy to find in a quiet village but also easy access to routes for sightseeing.

Reviewed by Robin 7th April 2026

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Bumble Bee Cottage was perfect for our three day break and in a beautiful quiet location. Jo and Dave have made the cottage so welcoming and we thoroughly enjoyed staying there, with all the little extras too. Many thanks.

Reviewed by Michael 28th March 2026

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Warm, quiet and cosy cottage in a lovely location. Good off road parking, pleasant garden and patio. Good country walks from the door. Convenient for the Malvern Hills, the Cotswolds and Tewksbury. Stay spoiled by mouldy shower tile grout and sealant.

Reviewed by Russel 6th February 2026

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Perfect home from home. Excellent property, well equipped and located in a lovely rural setting both close enough and far enough with great walks from the door

Reviewed by Ceara 5th December 2025

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Absolutely beautiful accommodation and such lovely and thoughtful hosts, lots of little touches like complimentary biscuits and proseccco which was so nice. We loved it so much we kept extending our stay. Couldnt recommend enough. Thank you for a wonderful stay x

Reviewed by C A 28th November 2025

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Beautiful cottage in wonderful area. The owners left lovely welcome gifts . The place is well equipped cosy and comfortable. It is perfect if you want to get away and just relax.

Reviewed by Keith 3rd October 2025

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Reviewed by Brenda 12th September 2025

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This cottage was the nicest we have stayed in, and we have stayed in a lot. The gardens were lovely the cottage well equipped to every detail. The welcome pack very generous and a nice touch of flowers on the table thank .

Reviewed by Douglas 29th August 2025

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Reviewed by Philip 15th August 2025

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Reviewed by Jill 8th August 2025

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Bumblebee cottage is well equipped and very comfortable. In a lovely quiet location. Lots of lovely walks and places to visit. Had a wonderful weeks stay.

Reviewed by Tony 1st August 2025

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Lovely peaceful location if you are looking for a relaxing holiday. Cottage is spacious and very well equipped with everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Great location for exploring the Cotswolds and Malvern Hills. Lovely welcome pack, many thanks! Will stay again.

Reviewed by Helen 18th July 2025

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Reviewed by Catherine 29th June 2025

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Gorgeous little cottage. Well equipped and lovely touch of the welcome gifts. We choose the cottage as needed easy access and no stairs and it was perfect for my Mum to get around. Good location to explore the surrounding countryside. Would definitely book again.

Reviewed by Penelope 15th June 2025

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Good quiet location. Areas need cleaning properly.

Reviewed by Andy 30th May 2025

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Reviewed by Angela 6th May 2025

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A comfortable ,warm and welcoming cottage in a beautiful area. Quiet, peaceful and well equipped, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Linda 18th April 2025

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Very comfortable and clean cottage in a lovely quiet location. Ideal position for visiting many interesting and beautiful places locally

Reviewed by Alan 11th April 2025

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Lovely and relaxing accommodation and within easy distance to visit local attractions.

Reviewed by Jim 26th March 2025

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Lovely cottage well equipped kitchen just a lovely cottage altogether .thoughtfulness of the owners .was chocolates wine and milk in fridge and two vases of flowers .we had a problem getting on the internet called the owners .they came out in twenty minutes .the internet wasn't a problem it was us being technophobes lol lovely couple .we are impresRead moresed and highly recommend a quiet and restful place to stay .. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 19th March 2025

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Had a fabulous week in a beautiful location. The cottage was really gorgeous, so comfortable and clean with some lovely little extras. Wouldn't hesitate to go again and would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Rob 14th February 2025

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Excellent, cosy cottage well positioned for exploring the Cotswolds. Very comfortable accommodation, and the welcome pack is a lovely touch. In a very quiet lane with easy access to Tewkesbury. Large walk-in shower and full size fridge freezer particularly helpful.

Reviewed by Anthea 17th January 2025

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Bumble bee cottage was cosy, comfortable and really warm and welcoming. There were some thoughtful touches left for us on our arrival. The cottage was also very well equipped and in an ideal location.

Reviewed by Tony 20th December 2024

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Reviewed by Patricia 5th October 2024

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Bumble Bee cottage is in a lovely area , very quiet . Its extremely well equipped . I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone . The owners left us a lovely welcome pack very generous indeed . Thank you . Very near Tewksbury for shopping and a Morrisons just a few minutes away . Very convenient .

Reviewed by Hilary 20th September 2024

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The cottage was excellent- both warm and comfortable. Our spirits were not even dampened by the rain as it was a pleasure to stay indoors ! The kitchen was fully equipped and well organized.

Reviewed by Malcolm 13th September 2024

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Lovely cottage that may be a little isolated for some. Great place to come back to following a day exploring the area.

Reviewed by Brian 30th August 2024

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Reviewed by Amanda 23rd August 2024

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Perfect cottage for getting away from busy lives - location is perfect with Gloucester/ Worcester/ Cheltenham all within 25mins. Tewkesbury has all you need to enjoy the area with locally run shops etc. Lovely welcome gifts as well with some milk and Prosecco appreciated after driving straight from work :) So if you are looking for a place to unwinRead mored, explore the Cotswolds or need somewhere to base to visit family / friends, this is the perfect place to come too! Hide

Reviewed by David 19th July 2024

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Well sited being in close proximity to retail facilities in Tewkesbury and a well equipped property very suitable for 2-4 guests.

Reviewed by James 28th June 2024

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