About this property
Thyme is nestled in the rolling Cotswolds hills creating a home away from home: a place to slow down, take Thyme and reconnect with nature. The estate is connected by winding gravel pathways where you'll find 17th century houses and cottages with meticulously-restored agricultural barns, all enveloped in a pristine 150-acre estate. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in their Ox Barn restaurant, and The Swan, their village pub, is open from Wednesday through to Sunday. Refreshments are available in their Baa, an elegant and cosy space where guests can enjoy a coffee and light lunch during the day or a botanical cocktail in the evening. Free private parking and free Wi-Fi are available at the property.
Thyme's botanically inspired bedrooms are dispersed across houses and cottages, forming a peaceful hamlet environment with gravel pathways to lead you through the gardens. Each room comes with a coffee machine and welcome goodies for guests to enjoy during their stay. A private bathroom with toiletries from their sister brand, Bertioli, is provided in every room, and a bath or shower is also provided.
Guests have access to the hotel's communal spaces, including their exhibition space, the Tithe Barn, the Baa Bar, and the Orchid House, the poolhouse which is open seasonally during the summer months when the outdoor pool is open for guests. Garden and History Tours are available at the property, please check their Calendar of Happenings to see when the tours are scheduled to take place. The Cookery School at Thyme offers both private classes alongside a scheduled programme which is part of their Calendar of Happenings.
Thyme's spa, the Meadow Spa, is an idyllic haven of peace and tranquility, nurturing beauty from within. They offer a range of rejuvenating treatments in the Meadow Cottage and the Botanical Bothy: a space designed in conjunction with their Bertioli breathing and bathing collection.
Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where the Cotswold hills rise up from the Thames. Thyme is surrounded by beautiful and historic English countryside, and an array of enchanting places to visit and things to do; from a game of tennis on their court, bicycles to borrow for a ramble around their estate, or croquet on the Farmhouse lawn, there are many wonderful ways to enjoy your time. Cycle routes and walking maps are available at the hotel Reception desk.
Cheltenham is 42km from Thyme, while Stow-on-the-Wold is 28km away. Bristol Airport is 105km from the property, and Charlbury railway station is 26km away. The estate is also easily reached from London, via train from London Paddington arriving into Charlbury or Swindon station, or by taxi. The hotel are more than happy to assist with transfer requests, please contact the team as far in advance as possible to make travel arrangements.
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You can claim a refund for the difference if you find your reservation cheaper on another website.
Just remember to reach out after booking with us. If you file your We Price Match claim via email, you'll need to provide us with a screenshot of and a link to the other offer. You can also file a We Price Match claim over the phone by calling our Customer Service. In any case, the other offer must be online and available when we check.
We Price Match checklist
- The other offer must be for the same property and accommodation type.
- The other offer must be for the same check-in and check-out dates.
- The other offer must have the same cancellation policy and conditions.
- The other offer must be for the same number of occupants.
- The other offer must have the same add-on/meal plan.
- The better deal must be in the local currency of the property.
When can't you make a claim?
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- If the other offer is available on an opaque, suspicious, and/or likely-to-be-fraudulent website.
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- If your current reservation is a "Partner offer" (these are labeled as such on our platform and are provided by partner companies) or if you're comparing the other offer to a "Partner Offer" on our platform.
- If you cancel your booking.
- If you book a single-unit property, which by nature can't be available elsewhere.
- Stays reserves the right to make the sole determination regarding a customer's eligibility to receive the price match.
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- Look for "Found this room cheaper elsewhere?" on your confirmation page.
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- Take a screenshot (or multiple) making sure all the relevant data is captured (review checklist).
- Contact Customer Service.
- After claim validation, we will amend the reservation price (if possible) or provide further instruction for you to claim an after-stay refund of the price difference.
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House rules
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
The fine print
• Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
• Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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Facilities of Thyme
Wellness
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Yoga classes
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage
- Spa & wellness centre
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagne
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Restaurant
- Delivered food is securely covered
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Physical distancing in dining areas
Internet
- Internet services
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
Business Facilities
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & Security
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Adults only
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Emergency cord in bathroom
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Cooking class
- Tour or class about local culture
- Themed dinner nights
- Walking tours
- Temporary art galleries
- Tennis equipment
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Tennis court
Health & Safety
- First aid kit available
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Living Area
- Parking
Transportation
- Board games/puzzles
Other
- Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Cashless payment available
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
