Combine Shed at Oosland Barns
Embrace country life with a stay on a working farm just outside Bidford-on-Avon. Less than a twenty-minute drive takes you into Stratford-upon-Avon for riverside walks, shopping and theatre matinees. Head out for walks with the dog, stopping off at the local pub along the way, rewarding your efforts with an evening spent in the hot tub. This tranquil spot has all the makings of a real getaway from reality where you can hunker down in comfort. Spending time together here comes naturally with a large open plan living area where you can eat together or gather around the fire with a film.
Overview
Sitting amongst peaceful farmland at Oosland Barns, this converted barn is your country retreat. Around a central courtyard, these cottages are perfect for couples or a family getaway where each day starts with views of lush greenery beyond your private garden.
Set across one floor it is a spacious cottage which is light and airy. Finished with a traditional style from the classic woodburning stove in the sitting area to the exposed beams above it suits a variety of groups. Two bedrooms share a bathroom while the open plan living area is where you will spend your time. Light the fire and take the opportunity to spend time together while meals are prepared and the children watch TV.
The cherry on the cake at Combine Shed is the hot tub. Just outside the back door you can relax in the bubbles with a glass of fizz. With a BBQ and picnic bench this is a fantastic spot in the summer months. Bring the dogs and let them run off steam in the garden or explore the surrounding land. You can reach Bidford-on-Avon in just fifteen minutes on foot where paths along the River Avon await.
Ground Floor
Kitchen-Dining Area-Living Area:
The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area is a super spacious room with a stunning double-height, gabled roof and a fabulous woodburning stove. It is light and bright with windows looking out to the courtyard and rear garden. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for your stay and alongside is a dining table seating four. At the far end is the living area with two large comfy sofas where you can curl up to watch TV beside the fire. In the sideboard you'll find a selection of games and maps perfect for planning the next day's adventure.
Bedroom 1:
The barn’s main bedroom looks out over the rear garden and has a high ceiling with exposed beams. The bedroom is furnished with a standard double bed with bedside tables and reading lamps, a wardrobe, chest of drawers and a full-length mirror.
Bedroom 2:
This cosy second bedroom also looks out over the rear garden and is furnished with two single beds, a central bedside table and reading lamp, chest of drawers with a mirror and wall hooks with hangers for hanging up clothes.
Family Bathroom:
The family bathroom features a full-size bath, with a shower over, a toilet, a basin with a vanity unit with a mirror and shaver point, and a heated towel rail. The tiled floor has underfloor heating.
Outside
At the rear of the cottage there is a large, fenced garden, with a lawn, patio and picnic table, which looks out across the surrounding farmland. The garden is dog friendly/dog proof (unless your dog can jump above waist height). Guests with dogs are welcome to walk them around the surrounding farm lands (please stick to the outside if the field is planted). There is parking for 2 cars beside the cottage through a small gate. A charcoal BBQ is provided - please bring your own supply of fuel.Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - Double
Bedroom Two - Twin
1 Bathroom - Family Bathroom With Bath, Shower Over Bath, Basin And Toilet
Hairdryer - 2
Fire - Logs Are Provided For An Initial Fire (1st October - 31st March)
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge - No Freezer
Coffee Machine - Nespresso Capsules
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 4
Washing Machine
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 25-49 Mbps
TV - Smart
Board Games
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 2 Well-behaved Dogs Welcome For An Additional Fee
Garden - Fully Enclosed
Outdoor Dining Area
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
Hot Tub
Parking - Off-road Parking For 2 Cars
On your Doorstep
The closest supermarkets are Co-op in Bidford-on-Avon (1 mile) and Waitrose in Alcester (6 miles). There is also a One Stop in Bidford-on-Avon. The Farm Shop Bidford (1 mile) is run by the property owners, and offers fresh, seasonal fruit and vegetables, including strawberries from the Vale of Evesham in the summer, and Bidford pumpkins in the Autumn. All produce is directly sourced from the family farm and a network of trusted local farmers and artisans. The town of Stratford-upon-Avon plays host to a variety of high street brands, including Mint Velvet and M&S. It also has a wide selection of independent boutiques, heritage shops and antique stores.
Eating Out:
- The Bridge, Bidford-on-Avon – Enjoy a finely selected menu in an idyllic setting overlooking the town’s pretty Saxon bridge (0.5 miles)
- The Dirty Duck, Stratford-upon-Avon – Enjoy local ales and food at this popular actor’s hangout (7.5 miles)
- Salt by Paul Foster, Stratford-upon-Avon - Proud holder of a Michelin-star, Salt is a fabulous fine dining experience with a relaxed ambience and high quality food (7.5 miles)
Bidford-on-Avon boasts scenic walks from the fine 15th century road bridge crossing the famous River Avon, and a picturesque church, built in 1250.
Places to Visit:
- Anne Hathaway’s Cottage – Wander through acres of beautiful cottage gardens and orchards, and explore the sculpture trail inspired by Shakespeare's plays (7 miles)
- Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon – spend an evening watching a fantastic performance of a Shakespeare tale (8 miles)
- Broadway Tower, Broadway – Discover this 18th century folly and its breathtaking views of the Cotswolds (10 miles)
- Train - Stratford-upon-Avon (8 miles)
- Taxis - Mario Taxi, Tom’s Taxi
Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 15:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
- Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.
- 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome for an additional fee.
- Please ensure all guests read and adhere to our Hot Tub Rules and Guidance.
- The Combine Shed is on one floor however, there are two steps up to the front door.
- The Combine Shed is on a working farm, and at certain times of the year, there is more activity than others. In the summer (August/September), while we are harvesting, tractors and trailers will be coming backwards and forwards filling the grain stores, which are situated close to the holidays let. This will not impact your stay but is something to be aware of.
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Why we love this
- Just a stone’s throw from Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace
- Relax by the crackling wood burner surrounded by peaceful farmland.
- Can be booked alongside the other four holiday lets on the farm
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The Location
Bidford-on-Avon boasts scenic walks from the fine 15th century road bridge crossing the famous River Avon, and a picturesque church, built in 1250. The village also has shops, pubs and a supermarket - all on an exquisite riverside setting. Discover the scenic countryside of the Cotswolds, historic Stratford, with the Shakespeare Theatre, half-timbered buildings and museums and nearby National Trust properties, including Coughton Court, Warwick Castle and Hidcote Gardens.
The nearest food shops are in Bidford on Avon (1 mile) and Alcester (6 miles)
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Excellent stay, would come back again
Sonia
Stratford trip
My son and i had a great week , seeing three shows in stratford, visiting family and visiting three great national trust properties.The accomodation was fine, the open lounge was best part for late night movies.I had a great holiday but i have to mention a few things(not major).Two of the four hot tub jets were not working, the bathroom had quite a few cobwebs, no freezer compartment for keeping ice cream etc in fridge, woken up at ten one morning to a petrol mower cutting grass a few metres fom bedroom window, no tongs in kitchen.This is all pretty minor but for top money i expected better.thanks
lloyd
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that you and your son had a great holiday, enjoyed your visits to Stratford, spent time with family, and explored some wonderful National Trust properties. It is also lovely to hear that the open-plan living space worked so well for your evenings together. We appreciate you taking the time to share your observations. We are sorry that certain aspects of the property fell short of your expectations. The maintenance issues you mention, including the hot tub jets and cobwebs, have been shared with the owner and housekeeping team for investigation and resolution. As a rural property, occasional grounds maintenance is sometimes necessary to keep the site looking its best for guests, although we are sorry if this disturbed your stay. We are pleased that these points did not prevent you from having a great week overall and creating some memorable experiences during your stay. Thank you again for your feedback.
- Bolthole Retreats, 2nd June 2026
Clean, cosy, homely cottage with Beautiful views and quiet surroundings. My 40th birthday request was a cosy cottage in the country with a hot tub & a gorgeous view, combine shed provided this and more, thank you for a lovely stay. We will definitely be returning for many years to come.
Charlotte
Lovely little Easter stay with the family…great location with nice walk into town which had had some great pubs/eating
Lee
Lovely Location, Enjoyable Stay, Just Needs a Little Refresh
We had a pleasant stay at the Combine Shed overall, but we did feel the property is starting to look a little tired and could benefit from some updates.
A few items seemed due for replacement, such as some of the pots and pans, and the sofas have noticeably lost their comfort. Also the carpet in front of the woodburner has suffered burn damage.
The shower appears to be fitted the wrong way around, with hot and cold reversed. Unfortunately, this meant our first experience of the water that was either too hot or too cold before we realised, which was concerning.
We also werent able to use the hot tub on our first evening. I understand its advised that it may not be ready until 7pm, however at 9pm it was still only 30 degrees, so it wasnt hot enough to use, which was disappointing.
While I appreciate its not guaranteed, it would have been a lovely touch to have a small amount of milk provided on arrival. The nearest shop is around a 10-minute drive away, so its not ideal when youve just arrived and would like a cup of tea. Similarly, three robes rather than two would have been helpful for using the hot tub, although we did appreciate that robes and towels were supplied.
Overall, we had a nice stay, but we do feel the property would benefit from a bit of a refresh and a few thoughtful updates to really enhance the experience.
Location wise, its a really lovely spot. The views from the garden and especially from the hot tub are beautiful. Theres a Co-op and a One Stop within a short drive, or around a 15-minute walk away, which is handy.
Its worth checking in advance whether the local pubs and restaurants are serving food, particularly out of peak season. When we visited in February, quite a few were either closed at the start of the week or not serving food on Mondays and Tuesdays, which we hadnt realised when we planned to eat out on the Tuesday evening.
I would highly recommend a visit to the Cottage of Content. Its about a 15-minute walk away. The walk can feel a little precarious late at night as there are no pavements, but the two publicans were very welcoming, offered great local recommendations, and the food was excellent. If wed stayed longer, we would definitely have gone back.
We also really enjoyed a meal at Balti Hot. The service was great and the curry was delicious. Its also about a 15-minute walk, this time with pavements the whole way, which makes it an easy option.
For days out, Warwick Castle is around a 40-minute drive and made for a fantastic day. If youre a National Trust member, Croome is well worth visiting. Wed also recommend a trip to Bourton-on-the-Water, often referred to as the Venice of the Cotswolds, which is very picturesque.
Overall, its a great base for exploring the surrounding area.
Emma
Oosland Barn
The property was very comfortable and clean. The location was fantastic for our proposed visits, so our party all enjoyed a very pleasant weekend. The hot tub was a bonus even if there was persistent rain!
Jane
Very enjoyable few days away. Great Location. Kitchen well kitted out for self-catering. Walking distance from Bidford on Avon.
Andrew
Ideal for our yearly reunion at Bidford Gliding Club
The Combine Shed is handy for us every year. Always clean and well equipped. We found the beds uncomfortable this year and let the owner know.
Helen
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Combine Shed. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback has been shared with the owner who has taken this onboard and it's being looked into. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 29th August 2025
Ideal location for a family get together. Peaceful and relaxing with easy access to beautiful villages and countryside.
Joanne
A pleasant barn conversion in a good location
Location wise the barn was very good, near routes but quiet and a delightful outlook. Easy access through farm to footpaths with lovely countryside and river walks. Either up the pavemented road or along footpaths into village, nice not to have to use your car all the time.Village provided all you need for stay and has great riverside pastures to enjoy. The barn had all the essentials and is in a good clean condition. It accomadated 4 but only 2 plus dog stayed which for comfort was right for us. The enclosed garden was safe for dog and lovely for outside eating etc. with good garden furniture. If I returned I would like to try an alternative barn at Oosland farm. A really nice break in a beautiful part of the country.
Janice
Clean and well maintained property
Clean and well maintained property - 5 stars
Double bed is a regular queen size - room would easily support a larger bed which would have been more comfortable but all other furnishings comfortable enough - 3 stars
Location really requires a car - 3 stars
Paul
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Combine Shed. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback has been shared with the owner who has taken these points on board and is looking into them. We hope to see you in the area again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 11th April 2025
Wonderful accommodation in great location
We had a wonderful time staying here with our daughter - the cot and highchair pack made it really straightforward for a holiday with a 1 year old. The location is perfect - a ten minute walk to get to the shops and pub in Bidford and a 15 minute drive to Stratford or to Cotswolds villages. The wood burner and hot tub made it a real treat to stay here every evening. Thank you!
Maeve
Christmas 2024
Quiet location, spacious accommodation with everything we needed for our Xmas break. Beautiful decorated Xmas tree.
Very prompt replies to any questions we had prior to our stay.
The reason we have given 4 for some categories:
Cleanliness: Fire had not been cleaned from previous users, BBQ was also very dirty, cobwebs in Bathroom
Customer service: shortly before arrival we asked if we could drop bags off at 2pm rather than 3pm check in time however were advised that there would be a £20 surcharge.
Also description stated freezer compartment in fridge however it did not have one.
However these things aside we had a throughly enjoyable stay and would recommend the venue.
Keith
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Combine Shed. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay though were sorry to learn about the concerns youve raised. Your valuable feedback has been passed on to the owner, who sincerely wishes that you had reached out during your stay. They would have been more than happy to visit the property and resolve the cleaning issues for you. Weve also updated our website listing regarding the freezer compartment.
- Bolthole Retreats, 8th January 2025
Booked this place very last minute due to holiday plans changing, the hosts were amazing and made the process very easy. Beautiful place, very clean and got everything you need in it for a great stay. Would happily stay again. Thank you.
Sara
Perfect getaway
We had such a lovely time at the Combine Shed. We were promptly provided with a cot and high chair for the baby, there was ample space for the dog, and we were able to enjoy luxurious amenities like the log burner and hot tub. Found everything we needed easily, and enjoyed time to relax on a rainy weekend away from our normal responsibilities. Would hope to come back with the family again.
Maya
The combine shed, ooseland farm
Cant wait for our next visit in March. Wouldnt want to stay anywhere else. No complaints, nothing but praise
Guest
A perfect stay
A lovely, peaceful stay, would definitely come back. The view from the garden/hot tub is beautiful. Lots of thoughtful extras such as flip flops and robes for the hot tub, coffee pods and so on. Great location for exploring the Cotswolds, Stratford etc.
Jen
Peaceful and relaxing
We stayed for 4 weeks whist having building work done to our house. The owner was fab, super helpful if we needed anything but just left us to it which was great. We even took our cat with us. The location is gorgeous, really tranquil and peaceful. Walking is lovely, local pubs and shops easily accessible. Accommodation is comfy, well equipped and was a real home from home.
Melanie
Excellent stay!
We really enjoyed our long weekend here. The location made it very easy to travel around the Cotswolds and also visit Stratford-upon-Avon which is only 20mins away. The outlook over the fields is beautiful, we loved having our private garden and hot tub. The log burner is a lovely addition and it really did feel home from home.
Louise
A lovely property in an ideal location for exploring the Cotswolds and catching up with friends.
The property is neat and tidy and plenty big enough for 2 couples. The hot tub is a lovely addition. The criticisms would be the need to fix the curtain pole in the lounge - really messed with my engineer friend's mind, and also the cleaners need to look up, especially in the bathroom, and clear all the cobwebs away. It was also impossible to have a shower without making the floor very wet as the screen across the to of the bath wasn't long enough. Other than all that we would be happy to come back to the area and book the same property, or try one of the others on the farm.
Ian
Would book again
I booked a short break (2 nights) at the Combine Shed in Bidford on Avon. It was a superb place to stay :-) - very comfortable and everything we needed was there. The open lounge / dining / kitchen area was very spacious, light but still had a comfy feel. The kitchen itself had everything we needed for self catering for a few meals. The bedrooms were also very comfortable and I think we all slept well in the beds. Overall the place was clean and pleasantly decorated and offered a lovely retreat - in fact I said many times (to the kids annoyance I'm sure) that I would happily live in a place like this! The enclosed garden area was beautiful, backing on to large fields. The only thing that could perhaps have enhanced the stay would have been some comfy garden chairs or sun loungers to enjoy a good book with a glass of wine while overlooking the wonderful views.
Charlotte
2 night stay
We stayed here for 2 nights in June to visit Stratford upon Avon .
Lovely spacious property in quiet area. Bidford upon Avon had places to eat and takeaways
The property was ideal for our dog with a fully enclosed garden .
Facilities were good in the property . The wifi however never worked which was frustrating for us . That was only negative
Would recommend this property to others
Roslyn
Holiday in the cotswolds
Second time we have stayed here and we will be back again.Love the location great for walking and easy to get to all the tourist sites .The village cafe and The Frog dog friendly and nice food .The owners of Oosland Barns are also local and any questions the get back to you quickly.
paul
Holiday
We loved the combine shed, very comfortable, lovely walks and places to eat close by, we definitely will be back so much more to see .
paul
Hi, we're so pleased you enjoyed your stay. You're absolutely right, there is so much to see in the area. We hope you come back soon to explore further. Best wishes, Bolthole Retreats
- Bolthole Retreats, 15th August 2022
Beautiful place!
Very nice location! Clean and comfortable, spacious and very well equipped. Short walk to beautiful Bidford, and short drive to Stratford-upon-Avon. Wonderful place!
Tone
Very nice
Cottage was lovely and clean and very comfortable she well equipped. Great location. Would definitely recommend
Lisa
Beautiful accommodation
Wonderful place to stay and enjoy the peace and quiet of the surrounding countryside. Accommodation is just beautiful, very homely and comfortable with everything you could possibly need. Our two large dogs enjoyed the ample garden and also the lovely walks along the river.
Martin
A great stay, with a great host!
I stayed for a total of 3 nights with my partner. On our arrival there were a few unexpected issues with the property which led to me calling up the owner, Kate, late at night (10pm-ish!). Kate picked up and immediately came round to the property to try and sort the issues, and offered us a stay in one of her other properties instead to give her time to fix the problems. I was really impressed with Kates speed in coming round as well as her kind and friendly attitude.
We ended up staying in Owls End - the property next door, and we had no qualms whatsoever! The place was very cosy, and is perfect for either one or two couples to stay. We really enjoyed the open fire and Kate had left lots of wood and firelighters out so we could enjoy the fire the whole weekend. The TV was great too and having Netflix was definitely a plus!
Overall we had a fantastic stay and it was really down to Kates amazing attitude that meant we had a great time. Would definitely recommend the property we stayed in and would certainly recommend Kate as a host!
Alex
Dear Alex, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your stay and the assistance given by Kate. We will make sure Kate sees your feedback as know it will mean a lot to her. Kind regards Bolthole Retreats
- Bolthole Retreats, 9th December 2021
Girls weekend away
Lovely cosy cottage in a great location. So peaceful and relaxing. Very clean and
comfortable, I would definitely recommend
Emma
Dear Emma, Thank you for leaving a review of your stay at the Combine Shed. We're pleased that you enjoyed your time here and hope we can welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards Bolthole Retreats
- Bolthole Retreats, 18th October 2021
Fantastic place to stay
The Combine Shed has to be one of the best self-catering units I've stayed in. Very clean, well equipped, close to all the amenities that we needed. A few minor niggles - the coffee machine didn't work, and no instruction books for appliances, etc, but overall it was truly excellent. I would highly recommend this property to anyone considering it.
David
Thank you for leaving your review David. The owner is aware of your niggles and looking into them. We hope you can come again! Best wishes Bolthole Retreats
- Bolthole Retreats, 23rd September 2021
Pleasant and peaceful
The Combine shed provided a very pleasant and peaceful break for 4 adults (and dog). A short walk to the town for shops, pubs and the river. Facilities at the property were more than adequate for self catering and the garden was secure for the dog to roam. Would definitely stay again and reccomend to others
David
Thank you for taking the time to send your review. We are glad to hear you had a good break and hope to welcome you back in the future.
- Bolthole Retreats, 17th September 2021
Great base for a holiday
Had a great stay at the Combine Shed- very homely and comfortable. Great base for exploring from. Well looked after by host. Would definitely recommend.
Guest
Dear Sally, Thank you for your review. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at the Combine Shed and hope we can welcome you back to the beautiful Costwolds again soon. Best regards Bolthole Retreats
- Bolthole Retreats, 20th August 2021
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