About this property
Oxford 1 mile. A unique detached 1930's house, with a mock Tudor facade, located just 10 minutes walk from the River Thames and one mile from the centre of Oxford. This charming Oxford cottage, built using timbers from Wroxton Abbey Estate, retains interior furnishings typical of a 1930s house, but with modern amenities and provides spacious accommodation, ideal for a family get together or city break with friends. Boasting many character features including original oak floors, tiled fireplaces and a stunning oak staircase, this delightful Oxford cottage has four spacious bedrooms dressed with blankets and eiderdowns, typical of the time period although duvets can be provided on request at the time of booking. The sitting room at this cottage in Oxford boasts an open fire and baby grand piano, whilst the dining room also has an open fire, along with French windows to the rear lawned garden. The well-equipped kitchen has a Belfast sink, a decorative AGA and a dining area, and why not relax in the garden at the end of the day, whilst enjoying a refreshing drink and planning the following day's activities? This Oxford cottage has the benefit of being on a bus route, plus just a short walk away is Iffley village with its Norman church, whilst the thriving University city of Oxford, with its many shops, pubs and restaurants, is just one mile away and can be accessed via a riverside walk along the Thames. A truly unique Oxford cottage for a memorable holiday at any time of year.
The city of Oxford is famous for being the oldest university city in England. There is something for everyone in this beautiful city, and there's also a number of shops, pubs and restaurants to enjoy. Blenheim Palace, the ancestral home of Winston Churchill and a World Heritage Site is just a short drive away, and within reach is Henley-on-Thames with its annual Royal Regatta.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 2 x double, 2 x single.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower and basin.
Separate WC.
Shower room with shower only.
Ground floor WC.
Utility.
Kitchen with dining area.
Walk-in pantry.
Dining room with open fire.
Sitting room with open fire.
Gas central heating with open fires.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, WiFI,TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, telephone (incoming calls only), selection of books and games.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fires included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Garage for 1 car, plus off road parking for 2 cars.
Secure bike storage.
Enclosed lawned gardens with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 5 mins walk, pub 1 mile.
River Thames footpath 10 mins walk.
Note: The AGA is only decorative.
Note: Wroxton House is on a bus route and road noise can be heard when in the garden.
Note: Sleeps 6 people including infants.
Note: Property accepts bookings with arrivals on Saturdays only.
Note: The bedrooms are dressed with blankets and eiderdowns.
Note: We are unable to accept requests for duvets at present
Nearby points of interest
- Modern Art Oxford
- Museum of Oxford
- History of Science Museum
- Ashmolean Museum
- Pitt Rivers Museum
- Oxford University Museum of Natural History
- New College
- University of Oxford
- Blenheim Palace
- Waddesdon Manor
Reviews (14)
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Margaret
There's a sharp kerb up to the drive which can be a problem for low bodied cars like ours and the drive is only big enough for two vehicles. The house is spacious and has comfortable beds and chairs, and the heating made it cosy and warm. The grand piano would make it difficult to seat more than four people in the sitting room. The 1930s style and furniture and fittings are a novelty, but the house does need some TLC and upgrading in terms of quality of equipment and some of the decor in order to meet the usual standards of rented holiday accommodation today. Many people have commented on the tiny fridge freezer which is definitely not big enough for a house for 6 and WiFi is not an unreasonable expectation these days too. But we did enjoy our stay in Oxford which offers so much to visitors.
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Keith
No internet is an issue when most venues want prebooking. Fridge/freezer is inadequate if you wish to eat in all week. the two toilets have no washbasin. some mattresses need replacement. some TLC needed throughout the house and its fittings
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Katharine
Easy for buses, local groceries and has nice walks nearby. Great especially if you have a car as access is easy and traffic relatively light (for Oxford!). We loved the period furnishings.