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The Old Reading Room, Bledington, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £554

Self catering accommodation in Bledington sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: The Old Reading Room is a delightful and intimate country retreat set in the heart of this lovelyand peaceful village. The cottage has been lovingly restored to a very high specification from what was originally the old school room where local children would have practised their reading and music. It provides spacious, contemporary and welcoming accommodation set across two floors with many traditional features evident, including Cotswold stone walls, open log burning fire and beams. Externally the property has its own seating area plus access to a delightful country cottage garden. The cottage is situated in the heart of Bledington, a classic Cotswold village with quintessential village green, delightful stream with ducks, plus the renowned Kings Head pub. In our opinion this is a stunning English Country Cottage that is certain to delight.ACCOMMODATION Entrance through to Kitchen / Dining RoomKitchen, superbly equipped with granite-style breakfast bar with leather breakfast stools, electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and fridge and freezer. Table and chairs.Sitting Room with open fire (initial supply of logs and kindling provided), large sofa and built in cupboard housing a TV with DVD. This room also has an entrance door. A good supply of books and games are available.Stairs leading to First Floor Galleried Bedroom with 4' 6"double bed and view towards the garden, plus Ensuite Shower Room with shower cubicle, wash basin and WC. Outside Patio with table and chairs and small BBQ. Parking for one guest car.Friday changeover preferred, please enquire otherwise. Please No Pets. Sorry, this property is not suitable for children or babies. Off street parking. Please note that the owner lives 'next door' in the delightful Thatched Cottage.Please note: the owner requires a damages deposit of £75 a week in advance of arrival. Gas and electricity included. No smoking inside the cottage please!

Tall Trees Cottage, Stow-on-the-Wold, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £942

Self catering accommodation in Stow-on-the-Wold sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Tall Trees Cottage, is a traditionally built stone holiday cottage situated in a elevated setting on the edge of Stow on  the Wold with beautiful views of open countryside. Even though it is short walk from the centre of this very popular Cotswolds market town, the property enjoys a super view overlooking a 4 acre paddock with ponies and chickens. (You can actually get some free-range eggs if you wish in your welcome hamper on arrival.) The property offers modern accommodation over two floors, with two ensuite bedrooms on the lower level, which may appeal to those with limited mobility. Externally the cottage, which is attached to the owner's home, has an enclosed garden to the front, along with a private side courtyard. By being on the edge of Stow on the Wold, you benefit from the of peace of the countryside, while being only a few minutes walk from the many restaurants, shops and cafes available. It really is an ideal location for touring this picturesque part of the English heartland. ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to Living RoomLiving Room with two sofas, armchair, woodburning stove, large, wall mounted flatscreen TV with Freeview doors to side patio and also to garden area. Dining Table with six chairs2 Steps up to level with:Kitchen fully equipped with gas hob, electric oven, washing machine/dryer, fridge, separate freezer and microwave.Bedroom Two with double bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers plus Ensuite Shower Room with shower, cubicle, WC and washbasinBedroom Three with double bed with wardrobe, chest of drawers, plus Ensuite Shower Room with shower, WC and washbasin.UpstairsMaster Bedroom, a lovely large room, with double bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers. There is an extra single bed available in this room.Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and washbasinBedroom Four with single bedOutsideThere is a patio area to the side of the cottage which is enclosed and with a table and chairs for seating outside. There is also a further garden area to the front of the cottage which overlooks the paddock and fields beyond. There is off street parking  also.Sorry No Pets. Children Welcome. Cot & Hi-Chair available. Gas Central heating included all year round. Saturday Changeover preferred in High Season, Any Day considered otherwise, please enquire

Talbot Cottage, Stow-on-the-Wold, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £942

Self catering accommodation in Stow-on-the-Wold sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Talbot Cottage is a very high standard of self catering accommodation, situated in the heart of Stow on the Wold. The property, which has been within the same family for generations, has been carefully renovated with a real attention to detail and a delightful art deco 'twist' maikng it unique and very appealing. Many of the original features such as the wooden floors have been beautifully retained. The accommodation, which is detached and across two floors is both spacious and cosy at the same time and overlooks the garden in all directions. Outside is a large garden with ample off street parking. This is ideal for families and small groups alike and with its very easy access to the centre of Stow, we think you will return here time and again!ACCOMMODATIONEntrance into large hallway with space for hanging either at the back door or under the stairs.Kitchen, fully equipped  with 4 ring gas hob, electric grill/oven, microwave, full height fridge/freezer, washing machine and dryer, dishwasher. There is also a table with two chairs. There is a door to the garden.Cloakroom with WC and washbasinDining Room with large table and 6 chairs and view towards the gardenLiving Room with two large sofas, armchair, TV with DVD player and woodburning stove. Logs provided. The room is triple aspect, looking across the garden and therefore very light! UpstairsMaster Bedroom, with King Size double bed (5ft), wardrobe and chest of drawers, plus washbasin. Lovely views towards the Cotswolds HillsBedroom Two with King Size double bed (5ft), wardrobe and chest of drawers plus washbasin. Views to the garden and StowBedroom Three with one or two single beds, picture shows single (please note: extra charge for 6th bed of £40.00 per stay/per week)) with chest of drawers.Family Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and washbasinOutsideThere is a large garden surrounding the cottage, which is filled with plants and 'cottage-flowers'. There is a large table and chairs for sitting outside also. The parking is off street and ample for up to three cars. One small dog accepted. Please note garden area not enclosed. Children Welcome. Cot and High Chair available, please request. Friday Changeover Requested.

Church Cottage, Burford, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £942

Self catering accommodation in Burford sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Church Cottage, Burford is one of those unique holiday cottages which come along only once in a while! Located in the heart of the beautiful Cotswold town of Burford, and right next to the famous 14th/15th Century church (described as the finest in Oxfordshire) this classic Cotswold cottage has everything to make your holiday truly enjoyable. Internally the cottage has been recently refurbished and provides a holiday home with character, charm and style: light, airy and comfortable, with hints of the 'Art-Deco' period when the house was built. Externally the house has an enviable location at the end of a no-through lane and overlooking the church. There is a very pretty, enclosed garden and (of course) the cottage is only a few minutes walk from restaurants and shops too. In our opinion this is a superb, high standard holiday cottage in a prime position.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to small lobbyCloakroom with WC and washbasinKitchen, fully equipped with an electric 'Everhot' range cooker, microwave-oven, larder fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Living Room, a delightful room with 'Clearview' woodburning stove, sofa and chairs for six people, flatscreen TV with Sky plus with HD and DVD. French doors to enclosed gardemDining Room, with large table and chairs comfortably seating six people plus French doors to terraced garden. Super view towards the church.Upstairs (relatively steep stairs, with hand rail)Bedroom One with large double bed, Ensuite Bathroom with shower, WC and washbasin. This bedroom looks straight out towards the churchBedroom Two, with 3ft twin beds.Bedroom Three with double bedFamily Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and washbasin Outside The house has the benefit of a completely enclosed garden plus a sheltered, suntrap terrace garden. It is ideal and safe for families. There is also off-street parking (along with free parking in the road beside the house).Please no Pets or Smokers. Children Welcome. Saturday Changeover. £100 damages deposit required before arrivalOil fired central heating and electricity included all year. Cot and high chair available. Please note: No Short breaks except at short notice.Designed in 1937 by Russell-Cox, the well-known Cotswolds architect, and one of only two houses built in Burford between the Wars, Church Cottage was renovated and extended in 2002 and is now in excellent condition throughout. Burford is an ideal centre for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all with 25 minutes from the property.

Hillside Cottage, Swerford, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £860

Self catering accommodation in Swerford sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Hillside Cottage is a charming character cottage, situated in an absolutely beautiful Cotswolds village, about 3 miles from the popular market town of Chipping Norton. The cottage, which is built in traditional stone, enjoys an elevated and very peaceful position overlooking rolling countryside with nothing but trees, village roof tops and fields in the distance! The village has a weekend farm shop which sells good quality local produce. The cottage is totally detached down a quiet track with off-street parking and a wonderful private garden. Inside, the cottage really is a haven of olde England, boasting antique furniture, period beams, an open fire in the sitting room with many books and an ever popular AGA. In our opinion this cottage offers good value for money in a truly idyllic spot!Get local, organic food delivered to your door including vegetables, eggs, ice cream, yoghurt, home made bread and cakes and ready prepared home made meals!  ACCOMMODATION: Entrance porch leading into hallway with antique furniture including a classic writing desk. Cloakroom with WC and washbasin. A welcoming Sitting Room with very comortable sofa and armchairs, beams, an open fire and fabulous art collection. Good sized Kitchen/Dining room with a new electric AGA, microwave (with oven and grill), dishwasher, fridge / freezer and washing machine, antique dining table in the bay window providing lovely Cotswold views.Upstairs: Bedroom One: spacious room with double bed, Ensuite bathroom with bath, WC and washbasin. Bedroom Two with double bed, Bedroom Three with single bed.  Bathroom recently refurbished (2011) with walk-in shower, WC and washbasin.Heating and electricity included all year. Off-street parking for 2 cars. Starter pack of logs supplied, further logs available at cost from housekeeper. No pets. No Smokers. Sorry, no children under 10. Friday changeover preferred, please enquire otherwise. Internet available on request and for a small fee, please specify.

Lane House Farm, Shipton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 16
Weekly prices from £2876

Self catering accommodation in Shipton-under-Wychwood sleeps 16.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 16

Accommodation overview: Lane Farm House in Shipton under Wychwood is a very large house set in the midst of the lovely village of Shipton under Wychwood. A 14th Century rambling farmhouse, with accommodation for 16 people, with potential space for more if required. Internally the property is presented in a traditional and basic style with large living space ideal for party get-togethers. The property is clean and welcoming and is certainly very good value for money given the size of the accommodation. There is the ability to take additional beds within the bedrooms (to exceed 16 people) and all bedrooms can be single beds or double,  although we would like to add that the seating and dining seating will be tight! The enormous main kitchen has granite tops, an Aga and large dining table. Nice and bright sitting room with a wood burning stove, (logs available), lots of bedrooms each very individual, and 'Eagles Nest' at the top of the house. This huge house would be great for a group of friends or family get-togethers.Please note: Full week bookings only during July & AugustACCOMMODATIONGround FloorKitchen One with sink, dishwasher and Aga, plus two dining tables with chairs for 16 people, seating area with sofaKitchen Two with two fridges, microwave, washing machine, tumble drier and 4 ring electric hob and oven. Living Room with log burning stove, seating for 16 people, TV with basic Sky package and DVD playerAdditional Bedroom 1/Snug with King size double or twin beds located off the main living room Cloakroom with WC, wash basin and shower. First FloorBedroom Two with four single beds.Bedroom Three with double bed, Bedroom Four (accessed via separate stairs located through Bedroom Two) with double bedBedroom Five with double bed, plus extra single bedBedroom Six with double plus extra single bedBathroom with bath, shower over, WC and washbasinSeparate Shower roomSecond FloorBedroom Seven with double plus additional single bedEnsuite Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, WC and washbasin OutsideA secluded garden with badminton and barbeque. Giant trampoline and table tennis are available in the barn for guests use. Panoramic views over hills and dales Any Day Changeover. Please note: Price quoted is to accommodate up to 16 people - *Extra beds charged at £40 per person. Children Welcome. Cot and High Chair available. Off road parking. Wireless Internet AccessThere is a refundable damages deposit of £300 required for each booking.

Shepherds Cottage, Bledington, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £824

Self catering accommodation in Bledington sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Shepherds Cottage is a classic Cotswold cottage sitting in a quiet village just a few miles from Stow on the Wold. A typical 1700s detached Cotswold stone property, the cottage has been renovated and provdes very high quality self catering accommodation. Externally, there is a substantial garden (with off-street parking) surrounded by stone walls. Internally many classic Cotswold features remain including exposed walls, beams and a wood burning stove, mixed with contemporary touches and modern conveniences. With an excellent pub nearby, this is an exceptional choice for customers wishing to enjoy fine self catering standards.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to welcoming hallway with exposed fireplace and limestone floorLiving Room with inglenook fireplace and bread oven with wood burning stove, sofa and armchairs, large flatscreen TV with Freeview and DVDKitchen, a large and beamed farmhouse-style kitchen/dining-room with TV, rugs on stone floor and French doors to terrace with graden beyond. Fully equipped with microwave, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, electric hob and oven and washing machine.Downstairs Bathroom with large shower, W.C. and washbasin First Floor (via reasonalbly steep stairs)Master Bedroom with double bed, TV and Freeview, and fabulous views to countrysideBedroom Two with two single beds, TV with Freeview and great views Shallow step to Bathroom a delightful laid out room with bath with shower attachment WC and washbasinOutsideThere are two enclosed garden areas, both mainly lawned with shrubs. There is also a terrace area with table and chairs. Heating and Elec included. Off-street Parking (for 2-3 cars) Cot and high chair available. One basket of logs October to March supplied.  Wi-fi available. Please note: A £200 damages deposit is required at this property,  please discuss on booking. Friday Changeover please. Children WelcomeWe are pleased to say that Shepherds Cottage is owned by 'The Rose Adeane Trust' Reg Charity No. 1125744. All net proceeds from the Holiday Letting of this Cottage are Donated to Causes in aid of Very Sick, Disabled or Terminally Ill Children. Foscot and Bledington are truly delightful villages set in the heart of the Cotswolds countryside. Approximately 15 min walk from the house is the award winning Kings Head pub which does excellent food. Nearby are many Cotwolds attractions including the Cotswolds Wildlife Park and Cotswold Farm Park. The reknowned Daylesford Organic Store is a few miles away. The centres of Stratford, Cheltenham and Oxford are approximately 30 mins away and London is easily accessible by train from nearby Kingham which is about 2 miles 'up the road'!  (Time from London about 1? hours and Oxford just 20 mins).

Hunter Court, Clanfield, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £947

Self catering accommodation in Clanfield sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Swimming Pool • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy

Accommodation overview:

Hunter Court details

Hunter Court is a luxury holiday house set in the idyllic Cotswold village of Clanfield. This substantial home is very spacious, and is tastefully decorated with a relaxed, family home feel.

The five acre property comprises two fields (often with sheep) and a walled garden of approximately half an acre.

The self-catering holiday retreat is a two minute walk from two cosy 17th century pubs with excellent food and roaring log fires. Clanfield is an ideal location for an outdoor break in Oxfordshire with plenty of walks as well as cycling, fishing and boating (the Thames is only two miles away). Burford is eight miles away, Oxford 21 miles and Cirencester 18 miles.

Heathrow Airport can be reached in an hour and 10 minutes and the nearest train stations are Oxford (21 miles) and Didcot (22 miles), Charlbury (16 miles) and Swindon (17 miles).
We offer other options at this location, which may be of interest if you need to accommodate a different sized group. The others are:

12 minutes away is Witney Lakes Resort which is a health and fitness club with fantastic facilities including a fully equipped gym, with regular gym classes, a beautiful 25m heated indoor pool with separate jacuzzi and sunloungers, saunas and steam rooms, spa and hairdresser, coffee shop and restaurant, golf course and driving range - all set around very pretty lakes. Daily visitor vouchers (for over 16s only) are available to purchase from our housekeeper when you arrive at Hunter Court, so you may wish to pack your bathing costume or gym and golf equipment! For full details of the facilities please visit www.witney-lakes.co.uk