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Lovell Cottage

Minster Lovell

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Dog Friendly
1
Local Pub
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Thatched cottages, glimmering Cotswold stone and a fantastic pub are key ingredients to a picture-perfect country village and Minster Lovell delivers all three. Tucked amongst the quaint streets is Lovell Cottage with its picturesque frame of roses and wisteria. Beautifully finished the cottage is a gorgeous retreat with a central woodburning stove, two sitting areas and a spacious garden. A fantastic pub is a mere 2 minutes’ walk if you fancy a night off from cooking and three bedrooms, one of which is conveniently on the ground floor, await on your return. Scenic walks lead from your front door allowing you to explore the English Heritage’s Hall and Dovecote, popular Burford and Jeremy Clarkson’s Farmer’s Dog are very close by and within reach are Witney, Oxford and Blenheim Palace at Woodstock.
Full Description
Lovell Cottage is a quiet respite amongst some of the most popular Cotswold hot spots. Sitting in the village of Minster Lovell you are surrounded by beautiful scenery but are a stone’s throw from Oxford, Burford, Blenheim Palace, Charlbury and Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens.

Arriving at this Cotswold stone cottage, you step into a world of quiet elegance. The sitting area is a magnificent space with a double-sided woodburner at its heart. The flagstone floor is complemented by warming rugs and glamorous soft furnishings and curling up here after a day out is a real treat. One side is made for conversation while the other has a TV for entertainment. A kitchen which adds a splash of contemporary styling is perfect for dining together and the ground floor bedroom and shower room ensure all members of the family have a room to suit. Upstairs the bedrooms have original oak beams, thought to once have been ship’s masts. These rooms share a stunning shower room and are the epitome of comfort.

The typical English country garden has planted borders and mature trees providing spaces to spread out a blanket on fine days. The table and chairs seat six so get the BBQ going, let the dog and children play and make new family memories.

Ground Floor


Living Room:
The sitting area at Lovell Cottage is a tale of two halves. The central woodburning stove divides the room into the conversational living room and snug. An original flagstone floor is beneath with a beamed ceiling above, highlighting the plush furniture which has been carefully chosen to suit the space. The living room invites you to step back from technology and flick through a magazine or share glasses of wine with friends.

Snug:
Sitting at the foot of the stairs to Bedroom 1 and 2 the Snug shares the double-sided wood burner with the Living Room. This cosy room, with its original beams (mind your head!), has a large 43” smart TV with plenty of seating for all to sit and view, including on an inviting three-seater dusty pink velvet sofa, a midnight blue chaise longue and a fabulous Ercol bench. A window seat with a comfy cushion provides the perfect place to perch and watch life go by.

Kitchen:
At the rear of the cottage is the striking Kitchen, with its milky-midnight blue units standing out against the backdrop of the cottage’s pretty rear garden. The beautifully crafted marble work tops provide plenty of space to create a meal with produce from nearby Diddly Squat farmshop, or have a private chef get to work. The kitchen is fully equipped with every appliance needed, from dishwasher to Rangemaster oven, wine fridge to Nespresso machine. At the centre is a long rectangular table, comfortably seating six guests. (On arrival, guests first enter the cottage through the side garden that leads to the back door into the Kitchen.)

Downstairs Shower Room:
Approached from the Snug, up one step, or from the Kitchen, the family shower room features a beautiful wall with raw limestone tiles and a large walk-in shower, with polished limestone walls, a dual-flush WC and wash basin.

Bedroom Three:
The cottage’s downstairs bedroom features a double bed on an unusual chrome bedstead, which sits up against a backdrop of pretty bamboo and parakeet wallpaper. The bedroom has two bed side tables with reading lamps, a wardrobe with hanging space and drawers and a wide windowsill with a mirror. The view is directly into the garden from the bedroom, providing a lovely view of the trees, plants and wildlife.

First Floor


Bedroom One:
This beautifully welcoming dual-aspect master bedroom, in calming dove-grey with accents of pink, looks out over the garden and the small local road running past the front of the cottage. Featuring a super-king size bed with bedside tables and reading lamps, an antique dressing table with mirror, a chest of drawers and a large corner wardrobe. Inside the wardrobe is a safe for guests’ use. A door from the bedroom leads to the Jack and Jill shower room shared with Bedroom 2

Bedroom Two:
The first thing you’ll notice as you walk into this bedroom is the original oak beam stretching across the width of the room. Mind your head (and please don’t be tempted to swing on it!) but look at the detail in the wood – it was probably a ship’s mast brought here long ago. This lovely, sunny bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed, bedside tables and reading lamps, a chest of drawers and a large wardrobe with hanging space and drawers. The bedroom connects to the Jack and Jill shower room and looks out to the small local village road below.

Jack and Jill Shower Room:
Sitting between the two upstairs bedrooms, the Jack and Jill shower room is fitted with Duravit and Lefroy Brooks sanitaryware including a large walk-in shower, washbasin with mirror over, dual flush WC, heated towel rail and privacy locks on each door.

Outside


Lovell Cottage sits on a quiet village road with stunningly beautiful properties all around, many of which are thatched and date back hundreds of years.

To the front, the cottage is accessed directly from the village path, separated from the road by a small footbridge. A side path leads to a gate and the back door that opens into the kitchen (this is the door guests will use to enter and leave the cottage). Also, at the front, slightly off-set from the cottage, is the parking area, suitable for two cars. To the rear, the property has a medium-size garden, mostly laid to lawn, with a charcoal BBQ, bordered by mature shrubs and trees and Cotswold stone walling with a lovely view out over neighbouring countryside and gardens.
Full List of Facilities

Indoor

  • Bedroom One - Super king-size
  • Bedroom Two - King-size
  • Bedroom Three - Double
  • 2 Bathrooms - 1 downstairs shower room, 1 upstairs Jack and Jill Shower room
  • Hairdryer
  • Fire - Logs are provided for an initial fire (September - April)
  • Oven
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Wine fridge
  • Coffee machine - Nespresso
  • Dishwasher
  • Dining table - Seats 6
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • WiFi *Please note that speeds are for guidance only and are not guaranteed
  • TV - Smart
  • Travel cot (cot linen not provided)
  • Highchair

Outdoor

  • Dog friendly - One well-behaved dog welcome for an additional fee
  • Garden
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ - Please provide your own charcoal
  • Parking - Off-road parking for 2 cars
On your Doorstep
Supermarkets and Shopping:
The nearest store is a Spar in Minster Lovell, just a ten-minute walk. For a larger shop visit Witney (3 miles) which has a Waitrose, Sainsbury’s and a Marks and Spencer. For a taste of local produce, Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat farm shop is just 10 miles.

Eating Out:
  • The Old Swan, Minster Lovell – have a relaxed meal fireside, take advantage of the selection of games or have a drink on the terrace (2 mins walk)
  • Bird in Hand, Witney – serving a choice of traditional pub grub with full English breakfasts and Sunday roasts also on the menu (3 miles)
  • The Lamb Inn, Burford – this traditional country pub serves meals throughout the day (6.5 miles)
  • The Plough, Witney – a friendly and inviting pub perfect for any occasion (4 miles)
  • The Farmer's Dog, Burford - Jeremy Clarkson's Cotswold pub serving British produce with a butchers and bottle shop (4 miles)
Walks:
Step straight out of the front door to join the Lovell Hall walk through the local countryside, along stretches of the picturesque River Windrush, past St Kenelm’s Church, Minster Lovell Hall and back in time for a drink at the Old Swan! St Kenelm’s church was built in 1450 and sits beside the remains of Minster Lovell Hall. The Hall was built in the 1430s by William, Baron of Lovell and Holland - one of the richest men in England. It was later home to Francis, Viscount Lovell, a close ally of Richard III. After several changes of ownership, the hall was abandoned and eventually demolished in the 18th century, leaving the extensive and fascinating remains that stand today.

Places to Visit:
  • Minster Mill Spa - relax and revive yourself with a treatment and spend time in the pool, rock sauna and steam room (2 min walk)
  • Minster Lovell Hall & Dovecote – explore the ruins of a 15th century manor house and nearby dovecote sitting alongside the River Windrush (2.3 miles)
  • Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens – one of the largest British zoological gardens and a fantastic family day out (9.3 miles)
  • Blenheim Palace – stunning stately manor with a lot of history to be discovered as it was the birthplace of Winston Churchill (10 miles)

There is so much to see and do in the Cotswolds, why not have a look at some of our favourite Bolthole Retreat Experiences.
Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 15:00 and a check-out time of 11:00.
  • Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences
  • 1 well-behaved dog is permitted at the cottage for an additional fee
  • Parking: The cottage has two off-street parking places in front of the cottage. Further on-street parking is available in front of the cottage as well as at the top of the lane, just five minutes’ walk away
  • Lovell Cottage was built in the 17th Century and has some lovely original features, including two low beams (in the Snug and Bedroom 2), and a low stone doorway between the Snug and the downstairs family shower room/bedroom
  • The garage (accessed from the drive and the kitchen) is not available for guests’ use

Reviews

This is a beautiful cottage in the heart of Minster Lovell. It was an excellent base for us to visit nearby sites and lots of great walks to do in the local area. Cottage is very homely and comfortable. Nice garden with views onto the field behind where we saw lots of rabbits. Cottage is well equipped and I would highly recommend!

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Juliette
| 04/04/2025

Lovely property in a fantastic location.

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Joanna
| 27/03/2025

Lovely location - idyllic cottage. Great base for a weekend in the Cotswolds.

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Gary
| 28/02/2025

All went smoothly with arriving and entering the property. Well set up throughout and lovely decoration. Really enjoyed it.

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Georgia
| 15/02/2025

Wonderful stone cottage in a lovely little village. Rooms were clean and kitchen is very well equipped . Towels and bedding are really good quality. Great base for seeing the Cotswolds.

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Fiona
| 29/12/2024

The location was picturesque as Minster Lovell area always has been, The cottage inside was a wow a beautiful kitchen, lovely sitting room, and window seat. beautiful bedrooms, very clean & tidy all credit to cleaner and garden is lovely.

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Zhian
| 05/11/2024

Fantastic place to get away and unwind. Lovely comfortable well equipped cottage with a log burner.

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Michael
| 01/11/2024

Loved the location with a pub with fantastic food 300 metres away and the charm of the cottage. Would recommend it.

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Janice
| 18/10/2024

Location

Lovell Cottage lies in Old Minster Lovell, the historic section of the beautiful village of Minster Lovell on the edge of Wychwood National Nature Reserve. The village has a church, pub, a country hotel with a spa, a village cricket club and fishing on the River Windrush. Head out the front door for fantastic local walks, including to the ruins of Minster Lovell Hall, a 15th century Oxfordshire manor house, which sits in a beautiful rural setting beside the river. Nearby Witney is a vibrant market town with excellent amenities and a thriving local community with a wide range of independent shops, restaurants and boutiques, as well as a cinema and larger stores including Waitrose and M&S. Meanwhile, the cottage is just a stone's throw from Jeremy Clarkson's farmshop, Diddly Squat, where you can find scrumptious local produce and gifts.
 
 
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