Dog-friendly Oxfordshire

Grooms Cottage offers an ideal Cotswold retreat to get away from it all. The Cotswolds is home to some of the most unspoilt, historic and famous towns and villages in England and the location of this home will not disappoint! Surrounded by Cotswold stone houses, award winning pubs and rolling countryside perfect for county walks this cottage is the ideal base to explore all the area has to offer. Popular Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, better known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, and Morton-in-Marsh are all within a 15 minute drive.
This unique self-catering retreat for couples welcomes you from the moment you arrive. Inside you’ll find luxury in every nook and cranny from the fully-equipped kitchen, the super king-sized bed and the home made welcome hamper including fresh local eggs for breakfast and seasonal homemade liquor.
The sitting area has a floor to ceiling window allowing light to flood in even on wintery evenings and in the summer months you can enjoy your own courtyard garden.
College Farmhouse Cottage is perfect for solo travellers with a four-legged friend in tow, or for a romantic break with a difference.

A beautiful cosy Cotswold stone cottage awaits you, situated in the heart of the fabulous village of Milton-under-Wychwood. A stone’s throw from the popular destinations including Daylesford, Blenheim Palace, Bourton-on-the-Water, Soho Farmhouse and Jeremy Clarksons Diddly Squat farm shop and café, this popular Cotswold village offers everything you could wish for from a Cotswolds getaway.
Wind your way down the garden path to the entrance of Patience Cottage. Step through the entrance lobby and you are greeted by an open plan living/dining room brimming with character from the exposed stonework to the cosy fireplace housing the wood burner to enjoy on the cooler evenings. The well-equipped beautifully designed kitchen is to the rear of the ground floor. The large modern shower room is conveniently located at the bottom of the stairs, and the soft White Company bath sheets will wrap you in refreshing luxury. Two bright and characterful, well-appointed bedrooms are on the first floor with exposed beams and view over the garden. The master bedroom has a kingsize bed with EVE mattress whilst the second bedroom is furnished with a double bed. Sink into the luxurious 100% cotton sheets and down duvets and enjoy your holiday relaxation. The master bedroom has a choice of 4.5, 9 or 13.5 tog duvets.
The enclosed garden and outdoor seating area is to the front of the property where you can enjoy your morning coffee or evening drink in peaceful surroundings.

The Hideaway is an exceptional shepherd’s hut in the beautiful Cotswolds, an area renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and tranquility. Perfect for two and stunningly appointed throughout, it boasts plush bedding for the ultimate night’s slumber and a deluxe shower room offering a luxurious alternative to glamping. A wood-fired hot tub awaits in your private garden for some serious relaxation and recuperation during your stay. The Hideaway sits pretty in the village of Filkins, halfway between Burford and Lechlade, The village itself has a private, seasonal outdoor pool, a well regarded country pub and the Cotswold Woollen Weavers all within walking distance.
Your hut is full of character and offers couples and friends a quiet luxury glamping retreat whilst being ideally located to explore all that the Cotswolds has to offer. The hut boasts a plush double bed, a delightful sitting area with a wood burner to snuggle up in front of on those colder evenings, and a modern kitchenette with enough storage and workspace to prepare a meal for two. This well equipped hut also has a deluxe shower room. The outside garden includes a wood-fired hot tub and seating providing a wonderful space to relax and dine al fresco after a day’s adventuring in the Cotswold. Your deluxe hut is situated just a short stroll from Filkins village pub, offering local ales and food for those evenings when cooking is not on the agenda.
Beyond your delightful abode in the honey-hued hamlet of Filkins, are yet more chocolate box villages to explore nearby such as Lechlade itself, Bibury, Burford, Bourton-on-the-water and Cirencester. The lakes of South Cerney offer some high-adrenaline water sport action, should you fancy taking to the water for some water skiing. The Cotswolds boasts a lakeside beach should want to feel the sand between your toes and the lapping of the water during your stay (pre-booking is essential in summer). Young and old will love getting wild at one of the most loved attractions in the Cotswold, The Cotswold Wildlife Park, with its incredible mixture of animals, landscaped parkland and gardens, however you choose to spend your time at The Hideaway it is sure not to disappoint.

This charming, Grade II listed cottage dates back to the 17th century and was formerly a sweet shop. Now having been lovingly restored to a good standard, the cottage still retains a wealth of character, with an inglenook fireplace, beams and stone walls but boasting comforts to give you that home from home experience. There is also a games/playroom with a games console to keep the younger guests entertained. The property will be decorated for guests staying over the festive period.
Perfectly situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Hook Norton, on the edge of the beautiful Cotswolds, with superb walks right from the doorstep and excellent local amenities, all within walking distance, including a local parish church, library and well-stocked general store. There are two public houses within walking distance, both serving food and where you can sample the locally made beer from Hook Norton Brewery. The Victorian brewery is also a lovely day out for guests with guided tours being offered, free beer samples and a visitors centre. The village is just a short distance from the market town of Chipping Norton where you can explore several antique shops, and a wide selection of coffee shops, restaurants and pubs. A short drive will take you to Blenheim Palace at Woodstock, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford, known as the ’city of dreaming spires’. There are plenty of opportunities for guests to travel a little further and visit one of the many Cotswold towns such as Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water or Morton-in-Marsh. Whilst in Stow pop into the gorgeous Daylesford farm shop owned by Lady Bamford. The designer outlet village at Bicester is also worth a day out for those guests who enjoy some retail therapy, and the cottage is also only 8 miles from the exclusive soho farmhouse in Great Tew. Shop and pub 500 yards, restaurant 5 miles.

A beautiful quintessential English country thatched cottage awaits you! This cute and cosy property enjoys many original character and features, including wooden beams throughout and a stunning inglenook fireplace to enjoy on a chillier evening. The wrap around large garden is the perfect place for your four-legged family member, and to enjoy a meal al fresco or an evening tipple on the patio. This is an ideal property for couples wanting a romantic getaway and small families and friends wishing to explore this interesting part of Oxfordshire, with its links to Agatha Christie and Midsomer Murders.
The Cottage is located in the picturesque countryside village of Berrick Salome close to the more bustling towns of Wallingford and Watlington and the edge of The Chilterns, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village boasts a pub and is just over a mile to the larger village of Benson which has everyday shopping amenities. There are many choices to eat and drink out in this area and all within a few miles, the nearest being just over 3 miles away. There are some fantastic walks into the countryside straight from the doorstep. Wallingford, home of Agatha Christie,is only 4 miles away and has a selection of shops and supermarkets, restaurants, pubs and cafés. Just over 5 miles away you have the market town of Watlington, steeped in history and sits at the foot of the Chilterns and offers many independent delicatessens and shops. Just over a mile away from Watlington is Watlington Hill, a National Trust chalk grassland site which is a fantastic area to spot red kites and butterflies, including the silver-spotted skipper. For more wildlife watching, the Aston Rowant Nature Reserve is close by.
For railway enthusiasts, take a visit to the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway, a 3½ mile stretch at the foot of the Chiltern Hills where steam and diesel-hauled trains operate. Other places of interest nearby include the picturesque town of Henley-on-Thames, known most for its Royal Rowing Regatta, and Reading which is one of the country’s most up and coming towns. The town boasts the Oracle and a spectacular shopping centre sited alongside the River Kennet with numerous riverside places to eat. The historic university city of Oxford is within 16 miles, Dorchester, a pretty village with an abbey, Thame, a typical English market town are also within easy reach. There is plenty more to do and see in the area including Greys Court a National Trust property, Nuffield Place, Basildon Park, Harcourt Arboretum, the Earth Trust Centre, the Aston Martin Heritage Trust Museum and Wittenham Clumps, for stunning panoramic views of south Oxfordshire. The train station at Didcot Parkway is around 11 miles away and provides direct links to London Paddington, taking only 45 minutes.

Located in the village of Hook Norton, this Grade II listed holiday cottage is documented as having been part of a malthouse in the 17th century and is situated in the heart of the village. One of a row, it has been lovingly restored and retains many character features which include old stone floors and walls. Village life revolves around the old Norman church, quaint pubs and the village shop, which provides for guests’ daily needs. Hook Norton is best known for its Victorian Tower Brewery, the only remaining steam driven brewery still in operation in the UK. Other places of interest to visit include Stow-on-the-Wold (15 miles), Bourton-on-the-Water (19 miles) and Stratford-upon-Avon (23 miles). Shop and village inn 150 yards.

Situated in the Cotswolds AONB, close by to the historic market town of Chipping Norton, South View Cottage is the ideal location for a fabulous walking holiday. In the heart of Dean, just a couple of miles from the pretty village of Chadlington, South View Cottage is the wing of a larger property, set in miles of beautiful countryside surrounded by an abundance of footpaths, cycle paths and bridleways that are a must for walkers, ramblers and cyclists. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 3 miles.