The Secret Cottage Cotswold Tour Blog

  My daughter, Diana and I took the Secret Cottage tour last summer while visiting England.We both feel it is the very best experience we had while visiting the beautiful country.... read more We saw and heard history that was priceless. Every portion of the tour was informative as well planned. I am reading Jane Austin and Adelstop at the present, a book I purchased while there. It comes alive after the visit. Also many British TV shows are filmed there and it helps recall the beauty and significance of the area. The hosts were more than gracious and very knowledgeable. The secret cottage and tea were a great ending to the tour. Please, if you have the opportunity to take this tour, do it. If we ever return to England we will not miss it. Judy and Diana, Montana USA

  Everything and more!! - We went on this tour the end of July 2019. I just realized that we didn't leave this review recently, when I was making my book for the trip, (sorry!),... read more but I wanted to leave it anyway, because it was so great!!
We met Robin at the MOM train station. "We" means myself, my husband and my 10 year old son. Our group separated into two vans.
Robin was quite the host! Entertaining, engaging, comical-dry wit, knowledgeable and friendly.
We stopped at points of interest-including historical buildings, churches-(one that had my name btw!), quaint villages, scenic spots-(Lower Slaughter), lovely countryside, farmhouses..... and more!
He made it really special!
The tea and the end of the trip was fabulous, beyond my wildest expectations. I enjoyed seeing the inside of the cottage, talking with the owners and how it would be to live in one currently.
Overall, cannot say enough wonderful things about this tour, and the group that hosts it.
I pushed my husband to go on this tour, and he now agrees it was the highlight of our trip to the Cottswolds.
If you are considering going on this tour, go. You will not be disappointed.

  Secret cottage tour was lovely! - Becky was prompt, friendly and knowledgeable about the regions history and residents. She was an accommodating tour guide in the roomy Mercedes van for 7 adults. Plenty of room... read more and every gets a chance to sit up front. Tea at her 500 year old thatched roof home was fabulous and the spread of cakes, pastries, scones and other tasty treat were delicious. Her daughter Holly drove the other van and was also a great host. It rained half of the tour, but it didn’t dampen the experience! Well done!

  Perfect Day in Every Way - Perfect day trip from London! We took the train from Paddington Station and were met by Becky and her daughter. What a wonderful way to see the Cotswolds as if... read more visiting family friends. Perfect lunch at a pub for just a few pounds and ended the day with tea at Becky's 500-year-old cottage before returning to London. Worth every penny of the cost. One of my top 5 days on my 90 day trip to Europe.

  A Must Do!!!! - We were transported back in time while being chauffeured in a lovely, roomy Mercedes! Our tour included an excellent lunch in a local homegrown pub along with all the breathtaking... read more scenery and stops throughout the Cotswolds region Entering the Secret Cottage at the end of our tour was enchanting, and oh so delicious!

  Perfect Day trip from London!  - This tour was the perfect way to experience the Cotswolds region. You get the benefit of a small group and seeing villages not accessible to the big tours - plus... read more Becky, her daughter and the rest of their team make it such a welcoming (and delicious) experience! I booked this tour solo and felt so welcome. Have highly recommended to any friends visiting London.