An exclusive Cotswold experience
Step beyond ordinary travel and discover the Cotswolds as few ever do.
Hosted personally by Baroness Bee van Zuylen, this exclusive six-day English country experience welcomes a select number of discerning guests each year to immerse themselves in the beauty, charm, and understated luxury of authentic Cotswold life.
Stay in an elegant private country home, while enjoying thoughtfully curated daily excursions to picture-perfect villages, magnificent stately homes, renowned gardens, antique markets, and exceptional local dining.
About Your Host
Meet Your Host Baroness Bee
Born in America and having spent most of her life in England, Baroness Bee van Zuylen has long called the Cotswolds home. Her remarkable life has taken her from living in a historic castle to becoming one of the region's most gracious and beloved hosts, sharing the beauty of English country life with guests from around the world.
Baroness Bee radiates the warmth, wit, and charm of a life richly lived. She delights in welcoming guests into her home, where every stay is infused with genuine hospitality, thoughtful touches, and effortless elegance. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel less like a visitor and more like an old friend.
An accomplished cook with a passion for seasonal, locally inspired food, Bee believes that some of life's greatest pleasures are found around a beautifully laid table, shared over wonderful conversation and laughter. Her generous spirit and natural gift for entertaining make every meal and every gathering a memorable occasion.
With a lifelong love of architecture, gardens, antiques, horses, art, and design, Bee has an intimate knowledge of the Cotswolds and its hidden treasures. Whether exploring picturesque villages, magnificent country houses, celebrated gardens, or tucked-away antique shops, she delights in sharing the places, stories, and traditions that make this corner of England so enchanting.
Traveling with Bee is far more than a holiday. It is a rare opportunity to experience the Cotswolds through the eyes of someone who knows and loves it deeply. Her warmth, impeccable taste, and genuine joy in bringing people together create an experience that is personal, authentic, and unforgettable.
About Garden Cottage
Stay in Bee’s elegant four-bedroom country home in the charming village of Little Faringdon, perfectly situated just five minutes from the peaceful riverside village of Lechlade and the River Thames.
Surrounded by beautiful gardens and countryside, the house combines timeless country charm with elegant, wonderfully comfortable interiors, creating a warm and inviting home to relax, unwind and enjoy the very best of the Cotswolds.
What Is Included
01.
5 / 6 Nights Accommodation
5 / 6 nights at Baroness Bee’s elegant English country home.
02.
Daily Breakfast & Dinners at Garden Cottage
Daily continental and/or traditional English breakfast, with two dinners served at Garden Cottage and the remaining evenings enjoyed at charming local restaurants.
03.
Daily Guided Excursions
As well as entry to all attractions and experiences.
04.
An Afternoon with Arthur Parkinson
An afternoon with Arthur Parkinson - renowned British florist, author and friend of Baroness Bee
Booking Terms & Rates
From £5,000 per guest for a 5-night stay
Accommodation at Garden Cottage
Airport pick up and drop off
Daily continental & hot breakfast
Daily guided tours
All driving and vehicle included
All passes
Dinners at Garden Cottage
Our Booking Policy
A 50% deposit is required to confirm your booking
The 50% balance is due 8 weeks prior to arrival in season (May - end Sept') & 6 weeks prior to arrival out of season (Oct' - April)
In the event of a cancellation, payments are refundable when dates have been resold less an admin fee
Exclusive Rental of Garden Cottage
Rates on Request
Rates are dependent on the season
Reduced rates offered for long stay
Minimum stay of 2 nights
Inclusions
Exclusive use of Garden Cottage
Luxurious linen & bath towels
Bathroom amenities
Unlimited WiFi
Weekly linen change & clean