Glebe Barn, Little Glebe Farm

Glebe Barn is part of Little Glebe Farm in Upper Rissington, a quiet corner of the Cotswolds a few minutes from Bourton-on-the-Water, and it makes an easy self-catering base for a couple or family bringing a dog. As a whole apartment on a rural farm plot, it gives dogs their own space away from other guests, and the farmland setting - horses in the neighbouring fields and open views - is the kind of backdrop many dogs settle into happily.

Guests travelling with dogs consistently describe it as genuinely dog-friendly, with enough room indoors for people and a dog to spread out and thoughtful touches from the host, who provides a list of local places to visit and eat. The rural position is the main thing to weigh up: the views are lovely and there is plenty of space around the property, but some visitors felt the immediate surroundings were short on easy field walks, so it is worth planning your routes - Bourton-on-the-Water and the wider Rissington countryside are close by for proper outings.

The apartment is well equipped for a self-catering stay and earns a very high overall guest score, with visitors singling out the welcoming host and the comfort of the space. It suits dog owners who want a peaceful countryside bolthole and are happy to drive a short way to the prettier walking spots, rather than those wanting walks literally from the door.

Glebe Barn is a good fit for a relaxed Cotswolds break with a well-behaved dog, particularly for couples or families who value quiet, space and a rural outlook. As with any self-catering let, confirm the current pet arrangements - numbers of dogs, any charges and house rules - with the host when you book.