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Elegant Cottage in Oxford

Elegant Cottage in Oxford

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Exterior
Property grounds
Living area
Room
Dining

Overview of Elegant Cottage in Oxford

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Oxford
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Oxford4 min drive
  • Popular LocationOxford Castle8 min drive
  • Popular LocationNew Theatre Oxford8 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Red Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Yellow Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Elegant Cottage in Oxford

This early Victorian artisan's cottage has been tastefully restored to provide comfortable modern accommodation to a very high standard. The property benefits from being uniquely situated close to all the city centre and university amenities yet is within the vibrant village community of Upper Wolvercote with its ancient church, village hall and school, and is in close proximity to canal, river and open countryside.

Warm and cosy in the cooler seasons, the cottage provides light and airy accommodation during the summer months. There is a pretty, secluded garden for visitors to sit out in and the combination of accessibility, amenity and ambience has led to the property often been described by visitors as a hidden gem. Owned and lived in for part of the year by an academic couple, the cottage offers a perfect home from home for the discerning.

Having two double bedrooms with ample hanging and storage space, the cottage is ideal for couples, smaller families, visitors to the University or business executives working in the area. The living and dining rooms are elegantly furnished with contemporary and antique furniture, Persian rugs and original paintings and prints. The well equipped, modern kitchen allows for easy self catering or there is a choice of over a dozen restaurants and bistros within walking distance. A high speed broadband connexion is also provided.

There are a myriad delights in Oxford - The City of Dreaming Spires - which is internationally famous for its University, and its unique place in the history of scholarship. You can visit its beautiful, ancient Colleges and enjoy all that it has to offer in the way of music, theatre, galleries, museums, book shops – and of course many good restaurants of all kinds. The Tourist Office will have full details, but among our favourites are • Branca (Walton Street): good affordable Italian-based. • Gee’s (Banbury Road): fairly pricey, but pretty conservatory setting • Pizza Express (Golden Cross, off Cornmarket): good pizza, wonderful building • Quod (High Street): popular, noisy brasserie • Cherwell Boat House (North of the centre): great location on the river, recently extended and good food., and finally The Plough: 800 yards from the cottage, a traditional British pub servings good beers ad wines and excellent food at reasonable prices. There are lots of other interesting pubs, but probably the most famous (and most studenty) is the Kings Arms, near Radcliffe Square.
Blackwell's Bookshop is a great place browse and enjoy refreshment in the comfortable café.

Oxford is a beautiful city: as well as enjoying its architecture and cosmopolitan ambience, its history and its Colleges, you can hire punts, wander in the University parks, enjoy the spectacular views from Christ Church Meadow. There are walking and bus tours, but don’t always believe what the tour guides tell you! Staying in Oxford you will be well placed to explore the lovely surrounding countryside with its traditional villages, rolling farmland and many walking and cycling trails. Blenheim Palace and the charming village of Woodstock are a short bus ride away. The famous Bicester Village Designer Outlet Mall is within easy reach. Oxford is in close proximity to Stratford-upon-Avon, where the Royal Shakespeare Company has its home. Warwick Castle is an easy car journey up the M40 motorway.

Property manager

Wilf Marshall

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 10
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Oxford

This cottage is located in Oxford. Oxford Castle and Blenheim Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bicester Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Court Place Farm Stadium or Oxford Ice Rink. Power boating and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Oxford

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 4 min drive
  • Bodleian Library - 7 min drive
  • Oxford Castle - 8 min drive
  • New Theatre Oxford - 8 min drive
  • Christ Church College - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Oxford Islip Station - 8 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 17 min walk
  • Pannini Shop - 5 min drive
  • Colombia Coffee Roasters - 3 min drive
  • Jacobs Inn - 12 min walk
  • The Perch - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Cottage in Oxford pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Cottage in Oxford?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Cottage in Oxford?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Cottage in Oxford located?

Situated in Oxford, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of J.R.R. Tolkien's Grave and Thames River. University of Oxford is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leafy Oxford Suburb
A quiet location out of the hustle and bustle of the city. Oxford is in easy reach by regular Buses and you walk in along pleasant canal walk in 40 mins. 3 pubs in easy walking. Well equipped but a little dated.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, cosy and accessible
Our stay went well from the moment we arrived, with a warm welcome and helpful tips from our hosts. The property is comfortable and well equipped. Garden pleasant for afternoon sun. Four decent pubs in the village. Walks into town along river or canal are delightful (and bus back very handy); easy to get out of the city also. What more could one ask?

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in peaceful location
We were looking for somewhere peaceful to spend a relaxing week, which was not too far from the city, but close to the countryside as well. This was the perfect location and property and we thoroughly enjoyed our week there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a great location.
We know Oxford quite well, but staying in Wolvercote made us realise what a wonderful part of teh city this is. Great walks, a lovely local pub and excellent transport links amke it a great place from which to explore Oxford and the surroundings. The cottage was well located, easy to reach and very well equiped. Immaculately clean, it really felt like a home from home. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

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Hosted by Wilf Marshall

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