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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

Footstool Cottage, Fulbrook, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £679

Self catering accommodation in Fulbrook sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Footstool Cottage is a pleasant yet classic Cotswold stone property with early 17th Century origins. The internal features include exposed timbers throughout, together with a woodburner in the dining room. All the rooms are spacious and comfortable, with some low ceilings!! There is a charming and secluded garden at the rear of the cottage, a perfect 'sun trap' for summer days! Footstool Cottage is a cosy retreat situated in the village of Fulbrook which lies about half a mile to the north east of the bustling market town of Burford. The village is surrounded by open Cotswold countryside and there is a good pub within easy walking distance. There is a public footpath from the cottage into Burford. ACCOMMODATION: Entrance hall with tiled floor. Dining Room with exposed ceiling timbers, dining table and chairs for up to six people. log burning stove and comfortable sofa.  Living Room with exposed ceiling timbers and comfortable corner sofa  plus Sky TV. Kitchen, galley style with Italian tiled floor, equipped with five ring 'kitchen range' gas hob, oven and grill, microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Door to patio and enclosed garden. Utility Room with built in storage cupboard, washing machine and tumble dryer. Bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and washbasin. Upstairs: Bedroom One, good size, with standard double bed and single divan/bed* (£40 extra). Bedroom Two, large room with 5ft double bed. Heating (storage heaters) and electricity included all year. BT Broadband available. Telephone by arrangement. Cot & high chair available. *Extra bed (for 5th person) at £40 per week, please specify if required.No Pets. No Smokers. Friday changeover.The village is surrounded by open Cotswold countryside and there is a good pub within easy walking distance (www.thecarpentersarmsfulbrook.co.uk) There is a public footpath from the cottage into Burford. 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.

Fairview Cottage, Milton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £1338

Self catering accommodation in Milton-under-Wychwood sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Fairview provides a warm and high quality base from which to explore the Cotswolds. Situated in the heart of the Cotswolds, approximately 12 mins from Burford, Stow on the Wold and Chipping Norton, this delightful holiday cottage offers an excellent standard of self catering accommodation. The property sits on the edge of the village and overlooks fields to the rear and enjoys a good size garden for outdoor entertaining. There are three large bedrooms, (with a further fourth off one bedroom) plus three ensuite bathrooms. With pubs near by, walks from your front door PLUS the Daylesford Organic Farmshop nearby, this is an excellent holiday cottage option.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to living room.Living Room with huge corner sofa, additional sofa plus armchair, woodburing stove, large flatscreen TV with Freeview and DVD. There is an additional sofa looking out towards the gardenKitchen / Dining Area, there is a large, attractive kitchen with granite work surface. There are two ovens and a five ring gas hob, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine and fridge. The dining table can easily seat ten people. Utility Room with washing machine, and large fridge/freezer.Cloakroom with WC and washbasin.UpstairsBedroom One with King size bed with Ensuite Bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and washbasin. Bedroom Two with two single beds (2' 6") and wardrobe (please note: this room is accessed via bedroom 1, and has a curtain separation).Bedroom Three with King size bed, with wardrobe and chest of drawers, plus Ensuite Shower Room with shower, WC and washbasin.Bedroom Four with king size bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers with Ensuite Shower Room with Shower, WC and washbasinOutsideTo the rear of the property there is an enclosed garden with a paved terrace and grassed area beyond. There is a large mosaic garden table with chairs for entertaining. Beyond are views to the open countrysideFriday Changeover Preferred please. Sorry No Pets. Children Welcome, Travel Cot and High Chair. The property also has Wifi.Off Street Parking for three cars.The Owner requires a damages deposit before your arrival.

Harvest Barn, Stonesfield, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £2715

Self catering accommodation in Stonesfield sleeps 12.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Harvest Barn is a wonderful period conversion providing luxurious accommodation for large groups. Overlooking the spectacular Cotswold countryside, (see pictures) there are six bedrooms plus excellent entertaining space which together make this a very comfortable destination. Modernised to the highest standards whilst retain many period features, this holiday cottage provides quality self catering accommodation set across three floors all with generously proportioned rooms for up to twelve guests. It is situated on a small working family farm on the edge of the attractive Oxfordshire village of Stonesfield, itself just 2 miles approximately from Woodstock and the famous Blenheim Palace. Across the driveway is the Callows Farm shop, with a wide range of fresh meats, vegetables and locally sourced produce.It is possible to hire Laughtons Retreat also, which accommodates four guests, for a total 16 people - 10% discount if booked together.If required, meals can be prepared ready for your arrival - all requirements can be discussed directly with the owners.ACCOMMODATIONEntrance in Hallway, with Cloakroom.Substantial Living Room with wood burner, comfortable sofas, TV and DVD.Open plan Dining Area, comfortably seating 12 people. Large Kitchen with new facilities, including washing machine, dishwasher, electric oven and hob, fridge feezer. FIRST FLOORMain Bedroom, with ensuite bathroom and t.v., through to Bedroom (Bedroom Four) with t.v.perfect for children! Bedroom Two with double bed and t.v.Bedroom Three, double bedroom with t.v.Bathroom Two with bath, shower over, WC and washbasin.SECOND FLOORBedroom Five, twin bedroom with t.v., exposed beams and views.Bedroom Six, double bedroom, with t.v. and beamsBathroom Three, shower room with washbasin and WC.OutsideEnclosed garden with ample off street parking.  Please note: PRICING ON THIS PROPERTY IS VERY INDIVIDUAL AND MAY NOT COMPLY WITH OUR NORMAL SEASONAL PRICE BANDS. SHORT BREAKS AVAILABLE ALL YEAR (except July, August, Easter, Christmas and New Year). Blenheim Horse Trials charged at Xmas Heating & electricity included all year. Telephone (emergencies only). Car essential. Travel cot & highchair available. Local produce welcome pack provided. No Smokers.  Pets by arrangement. Any Day Changeover and Short breaks, except High Season/ School Holidays, where Fridays are requested. No short breaks Christmas or New Year(£200 Breakages and Damages deposit required. Payable before arrival and refunded after departure subject to Owner checks.)Adjacent to the farmhouse is a small farm shop and highly regarded local butcher. From the barn there are various footpaths and bridleways perfect for experiencing the glorious countryside. The beautiful university city of Oxford is 20 minutes away. Other notable Cotswold locations such as Burford and the picturesque villages of the Windrush and Evenlode valleys are all close by. 

The Hide, Somerton, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £415

Self catering accommodation in Somerton sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: Dovecote Cottage, is an attractive period farm cottage located on the edge of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, approximately 10 mins north of Woodstock. The cottage has been converted to provide spacious self catering accommodation with many period features retained including large beams, exposed Cotswold stone walls and a woodburning stove (logs supplied) which collectively give it a very cosy and warm feel. Externally the holiday cottage, which is next to the owner's farmhouse, sits overlooking a large and private garden with views across rolling Cherwell valley countryside. A very homely cottage and a very rural retreat!ACCOMMODATIONEntrance through to kitchen, 3 steps downKitchen well equipped with electric 4 ring hob, oven and grill, microwave, fridge (no freezer box) and washing machine. Tumble dryer in outhouse. Living/Dining Room, very large, vaulted room with original parquet flooring overlooking garden, plus large sofa, armchair, large flatscreen TV with FULL Sky package (incl movies and sports!) woodburning stove with door leading to gardenDining Area has a table with four chairs. Bathroom with walk in shower, WC and washbasinUpstairsLarge bedroom within the vaulted area, double bed (5 ft), wardrobe and various chest of drawers.OutsideThe property is set at the edge of the main farmhouse. Although a farm, please note it is not a working farm with animals etc constantly passing through, in fact it is very quiet! The garden to the rear is private and overlooks the countryside, there is a table and chairs.Heating & Electricity Incl. All logs supplied. Off Street Parking. Short Breaks Welcome, except for high season.  Sorry No Pets* Wifi Available. Because of the balcony within the property, sorry no children.Any Day Changeover, BUT Saturday Changeover during summer months/high season. Mobile Reception is acceptable.*Owners have a little dog! Local InformationSomerton is delightful village steeped in history dating back hundreds of years with mentions in the Domesday Book and also links to William The Conqueror after the Battle of Hastings. The church in particular (a Grade One listed building) is relatively famous in local circles for its historical significance. Somerton is no more than 15 mins outside Woodstock, the very popular Oxfordshire market town and just 15 miles from the centre of Oxford. The village also enjoys superb travel links with Bicester train station (to London Marylebone) 10 mins drive away or Junction 10 of the M40 no more than 3 miles away. The village sits on the northern side of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds with the River Cherwell and Oxford Canal both meandering through the edge of the village and just moments from this holiday cottage. The meadows at the river are absolutely perfect for evening 'sun-downers'. There are many walks to choose from, right from your door. The very famous and very popular Bicester Shopping Outlet Centre (or Bicester Village as it is called) is 10 mins away if shopping is your thing. There are a variety of good pubs in the locality, but none in the village. Of particular note is The Falkland Arms in Great Tew, one of the prettiest spots imaginable.

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.

Jasmine Cottage, Windrush, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £346

Self catering accommodation in Windrush sleeps 3.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 3

Accommodation overview:

Jasmine Cottage details

Jasmine Cottage is a beautiful 300-year-old Cotswold stone cottage nestled in the the quiet, unspoilt village of Windrush. Surrounded by National Trust land, there are numerous walks in the stunning Windrush valley leading to water meadows and idyllic villages. Wildlife and birds are abundant and you will often see foxes, badgers, hares, deer and many beautiful species of birds and wildflowers. It is a perfect cottage to relax by the fire and unwind.

If you desire to find culture and shopping, Oxford and Cheltenham are approximately 20 miles away. The famous and historic market town of Burford is four miles west of Windrush and hosts an abundance of interesting shops and boutiques as well as some excellent pubs and restaurants. It also can be accessed by a four mile cycle trail along the Windrush valley.

The historic Fox Inn is situated on the river and is a 20-minute stroll across the fields where you can enjoy excellent food. The Inn for All Seasons is a 20-minute walk across fields and serves outstanding food and wines. The National Trust village of Sherborne is a two mile ramble along the valley. The outstanding Sherborne Village Shop and Tearooms serve excellent breakfasts, lunches and delicious homemade cakes. The deli is exceptional and you can find an amazing selection of goodies for your larder. Bibury, Coln St Aldwyns, Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water are all within the local area. Bath and Stratford-upon-Avon are within an hour's drive.

Your home-away-from-home, Jasmine Cottage is equipped to the very highest standards to make your stay as comfortable as possible with antique furniture, designer sofas, a claw bath and comfortable beds. This is the perfect cottage to escape from the pressures of the world with out having to climb into a car.

Tudor End, Kings Sutton, Oxfordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £372

Self catering accommodation in Kings Sutton sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Swimming Pool • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview:

Tudor End details

Tudor End is a historic gem, a self-catering retreat which is the wing of a Grade II listed Tudor court-house. It has unique features inside and out, antique and comfortable modern furnishings, and an independent entrance and parking space for guests.

It boasts exceptional attractions: private use of an indoor heated pool, a sauna, and the extra offer of yoga classes. A small enclosed garden at the front guarantees seclusion, while the one acre shared garden at the back is ideal for sunbathing and eating outside.

Right on the pretty green of this unspoilt village of King's Sutton, overlooking one of the most beautiful churches in Oxfordshire, also near to Tudor End are a small supermarket, post office, excellent local pubs for food, and a network of local walks with astounding views. The village not only has mainline train services to London and Oxford, but is central for access to a wealth of tourist highlights.

These include Silverstone, Towester Racecourse, Althorpe, Stowe Gardens to the east; Broughton Castle, Upton House Sulgrave Manor, Banbury Edgehill, Warwick Castle to the north; Blenheim Palace, Oxford, Rousham and the Thames Valley to the south.. The famous Burford Wild Life Park and Zoo is also within striking distance villages to the west, with other Cotswold towns and villages.