Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Hen or stag parties Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Owl Barn is situated on an old farm on the edge of the Cotswolds and is set in private grounds of 15 acres.With its classic Cotswold stone exterior, the barn has wonderful views, oodles of outside entertaining space including a terrace with built in barbecue, and it all overlooks a beautiful nature reserve. It is a magical place for a family get together, relax and re-charge the batteries or have a party or reunion with friends.
Nearby there is the famous Trout Pub at Tadploe Bridge which sits on the Thames Pathway - well worth a visit! Great walks and cycling are all around. Guests have exclusive discounted access to the Retreat Spa and golf course at Witney Lakes and local attractions include Blenheim Palace, Cotsolwd Wildlife Park and a great coffee shop at Aston Potteries just down the road!
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Double Bedroom 4 en suite
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The Central England / Cotswolds / Oxfordshire region
Steeped in history, rich in heritage and awash with natural beauty, the Oxfordshire Cotswolds are a charming blend of bustling market towns, picturesque villages, breathtaking natural scenery and over 6,000 years of history.
Whatever the time of year, the Oxfordshire Cotswolds offers a lively calendar of festivals and special events. As well as all the exciting large scale events, it's the smaller community events - the village fetes and fairs that seem to fill every summer weekend, the open gardens, local guided walks, exhibitions and performances by local groups that really give you a true feel of just what wonderfully rich experiences the area has to offer. Walking, cycling, swimming, hot air ballooning, watersports, horse riding, shooting, fishing, golf - the list goes on! It's all here in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds and set against a backdrop of outstanding natural beauty.
From riverside strolls to more energetic hikes across the rolling countryside, there are more than 500 miles of footpaths to enjoy, including long distance trails like the Thames Path and the Oxfordshire Way.
Located in the heart of England, the Oxfordshire Cotswolds is served by a comprehensive network of national and international road, rail and air links.
The Oxfordshire Cotswolds is served by excellent links to the A34 and M40, providing easy access to London, Birmingham and the remainder of the national motorway network.
Both London Heathrow and Birmingham International airports are within an hour's drive and can be reached by car, bus and rail.
Oxford / Bampton, Oxfordshire area
Oxford and its wonderful University is only 12 miles away. Belenheim Palace is the fabulous home of the Churchill family and make a great day out for the whole family - both the palace and the gardens are well worth a visit.
Other places of interest are the classic old town of Burford and its legendary High St; Cotswold Wildlife Park, Bibury Trout Farm, Bicester Village for designer shopping, Chedworth Roman Villa, Cotswold Water Parks for waterskiing and fishing, Cogges Farm, Kelmscott Manor (former home of William Morris and founder of the Arts amnd Crafts Movement), and loads of gorgeous Cotswold villages including Stow in the Wold, Moreton on the Marsh, Bourton on the Water and the historic town of Witney.
Plus loads of pubs and restaurants in the area and opportunities for golf at Burford and Frilford Heath or fishing or walking.
How to get there
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Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Heathrow: 60 km
Railway:
Oxford: 15 km
Ferry:
Portsmouth: 100 km
Activities near Oxford
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation City breaks Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Boat available for guest use
General:
Central heating, TV, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Bedrooms (5), Bathrooms (3), En suite (2), Shower rooms (3), WCs (4)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (3), Cots (2), Dining seating for 12, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 12
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details indoors: Owl Barn has been lovingly restored with all its original features expose. The magnificent fireplace, vaulted oak beams, stone floors and open-plan living area make it a wonderful choice for family gatherings, parties and corporate retreats. It can also be booked with another barn (Snipe Barn) to accommodate parties of up to 22! Plasma TV with freeview plus wireless internet access are installed throughout. There are 5 luxurious bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, plus a sofa bed in the living area.
Further details outdoors: Chimney Meadows is the largest nature reserve of the BBOWT (Berks, Bucks and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust). The site totals 250 hectares of wildlife rich land along the banks of the River Thames. This vast and tranquil area of fields, pastures and nationally acclaimed wildflower meadows is a vital refuge for wading birds. The reserve is of national importance for its species-rich wetland meadows that support large numbers of now scarce ground-nesting birds, and provides a haven for curlew, snipe and reed bunting. Nearby is the famous Trout Pub at Tadpole Bridge which is approximately a mile walk and well worth the journey, it sits on the Thames.
Further details
Cake and tea provided for guests on arrival. We can do catering if required. We can arrange any of the following for our guests: Retreat spa with a range of beauty and facial treatments; Golf days; Riding, fishing, shooting excursions; private parties. We can even organise management retreats and company meetings either on-site or with outr network of preferred partners. There is wireless internet access and plasma TV throughout the property.
Rental rates
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21 May 09
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1677£1,677
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1528£1,528
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1425£1,425
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2125£2,125
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1495£1,495
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1597£1,597
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Guestbook for Owl barn
“ What an amazing place! Utterly luxurious but cosy too with everything one could need for a relaxing weekend with friends. Perfect for long lunch/dinner sessions as well as sinking into the daybed sofas and watching DVDs on the giant flat screen TV. The bedrooms couldn't be more comfortable and top notch bathrooms too. The cherry on the cake is the spectacular setting in a nature reserve with fabulous views from every window. I need an excuse to rebook! Thank you so much”. Natasha and friends, London.
“From the moment we arrived we knew we would have a fantastic time. This place is stunning- from the little touches to the comfy beds. A very memorable weekend. Hope to be back soon! Thank you!” Katie and friends, London.
We celebrated Thanksgiving at Owl Barn and had a fantastic weekend! Thank you for the wonderful accommodation and the quiet/remote location. We all look forward to coming again to stay next year! Ashlee and family, USA.
“ We had such a comfortable stay – it was lovely to get the whole family together as we are between houses. Mummy flew in from Australia! A wonderful amount of space to run around in. Elizabeth and family, Bristol.
“ We had a wonderful Christmas at Owl Barn. The space was great for all 10 of us. Brilliant for walks and places to explore. Many thanks!” Jaqui and friends, Liverpool.
“We had a wonderful weekend – gorgeous house and area. Fantastic showers and comfy beds. Thank you!” The Young Family and Friends for Joyce’s 60th, Oxford.
“ Had an amazing weekend. This is really lovely place and the cake was a nice touch!” Rachel’s 30th , Manchester.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 86607
Name:
Fergus Mitchell
Tel:
+44 1367 252519
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+44 7973 131594
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