Old Town Cottage

Home Farm sits in a historic estate on the bank of the River Thames set amidst the rolling countryside with nine beautifully converted properties which can be booked separately or together for large group getaways. Home farm is just a 15-minute drive from Oxford city centre and makes a perfect spot for celebratory gatherings with family and friends looking to explore the city or to enjoy a peaceful retreat. The space Old town cottage is a 18th century beautifully converted red brick cottage with contemporary amenities and a rustic charm throughout sleeping up to 8 guests and welcoming up to 2 well behaved dogs. The cottage is perfectly fitted out for entertaining boasting two living areas for social evenings staying in and with four spacious bedrooms featuring luxury Hypnos beds. Downstairs you will find one super king bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, upstairs there are a further three more bedrooms offering a variety of sleeping arrangements including one super king bedroom and two twin bedrooms which share the family bathroom and separate shower room. Stepping outside you will find a pretty courtyard garden area with patio. The location is ideal for walkers, with circular routes from the estate, walk along the River Thames or head in the opposite direction to Marsh Baldon or Toot Baldon where you will find the Mole Inn and Seven starts both lovely village pubs a perfect pit stop for a bite to eat. The park & ride into Oxford is just a 10 minute driveaway, there is also a bus stop in Nuneham Courtenay village directly into Oxford. The Westgate Shopping Centre is the main retail area in Oxford with quality shops along with a roof top area with bars and restaurants. Also, you can visit the historic Covered Market with its bustle of independent shops, butchers, greengrocer, cafes. Amongst many things to do in the City, you could try your hand at punting, visit the sites that featured in ‘Morse’ and other TV dramas as well as the University buildings and The Story Museum Blenheim Castle, Bicester Retail Village and the Cotswolds are on the doorstop as well as Henley-on-Thames. Next door to the Estate is the Harcourt Arboretum with historic links to the Estates previous owners the Harcourt family. Marvel at the collection of trees, and many interesting events. For those who enjoy active pursuits, just down the road is Queenford Lane – for open water swimming, water sports and during the warmer months ‘Wet n Wild’. Nearby walking routes can take in the beautiful scenery at the Wittenham Clumps, and up into the Chiltern Hills for walking / running / biking trails. Parking is available for us to 3 cars. Dogs are very welcome to join you during your stay; however, please note that they must not be left unattended at the property at any time. Available to book with other holiday accommodation clustered around Home Farm: * Loft (1 bed, sleeps 2), *Cart Shed (2 bed, sleeps 4), *Home Farm Barn (5 bed, sleeps 10) With our concierge service we can arrange a private chef, activities such as clay shooting, pottery as well as decorations.