Oak Cottage
Country walks, thatched cottages, traditional pubs and exclusive clubs are what this corner of the Cotswold are known for. Let Oak Cottage be your bolthole as you visit The Falkland Arms in Great Tew for a meal, stepping into a world showcased in MobLand, rub shoulders with the well-known at Soho Farmhouse if you’re members and explore historic Chipping Norton. After days spent out and about, Oak Cottage perfectly suits your Cotswold adventure. Old wooden beams and contemporary art, colourful soft furnishings and a stone fireplace - these features combine to make a homely and characterful stay. Days here are slower, mingling in the open plan living area with friends, watching time pass from the front sitting area and succumbing to sleep in relaxing bedrooms. This is your escape to enjoy at your leisure.
Overview
Your journey to Oak Cottage takes you through the quiet winding lanes that the Cotswolds are known for, passing country pubs and charming honey stone cottages. The village of Swerford is a quaint retreat to get away from it all for a romantic break or a stay with friends who enjoy spending time in the countryside.
Carefully chosen details in natural tones and art that sparks conversation makes Oak Cottage a homely place to stay. Your time at this delightful cottage will mostly be spent in the open plan living area. Chats beside the fire and dinners in or quiet mornings reading are peaceful ways to spend your time when you’re not out and about. The kitchen has a modern twist to the traditional style with mustard tiling beneath exposed beams and is equipped with everything you’ll need. Upstairs are two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and one with a double. Each has its own style but both embody a tranquil atmosphere. These bedrooms share a stylish shower room which has a rainfall shower for a spa-like experience.
Oak Cottage sits in a raised position and has benches and a coffee table to the front. Bring your morning coffee here and watch village life pass before you begin your day. Walk to The Boxing Hare for an evening meal and plan your days visiting Hook Norton Brewery, Broughton Castle, Chastleton House or have a family day out at Fairytale Farm.
Ground Floor
Living Room
The first thing that strikes you in the living room is the artwork. A gallery of unique, colourful pieces are displayed above the fireplace adding intrigue and starting conversation. Sit here on the comfortable two-seater sofa or one of the stylish armchairs, picking a book from the shelf to get absorbed in beside the electric fire or just watch TV, relaxing into life at Oak Cottage. Secluded under the stairs is a desk if you need to set up your laptop while here.
Kitchen/Diner
With splashes of mustard yellow in the tiling and soft furnishings the kitchen/diner has a colourful twist to the traditional country kitchen aesthetic. The galley kitchen has an oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge with a freezer compartment, coffee machine and a wine fridge. You’re fully prepped for dinners at home and a chilled glass of wine at the end of the day. To one side of the kitchen is the dining area. With a bench and two chairs the table seats four and you have a view across the quiet village lane.
First Floor
Bedroom One
Retire to the master bedroom where a snuggly king-size bed awaits. Matching wooden bedside tables and a chest of drawers furnish the room. Gentle tones make this a restful room where the peace of Swerford will lull you to sleep.
Bedroom Two
The second bedroom has a double bed tucked between bedside tables. Here the bed has restricted access, but it is no less comfortable. Stay in bed for as long as you can in the morning with a book and a cup of tea.
Shower Room
After a long country walk, nothing is better than a refreshing rinse and the rainfall shower at Oak Cottage is ideal. Tiled in a tranquil blue with funky flooring it’s a rejuvenating space.
Outside
Oak Cottage has a south facing front garden with two benches and a coffee table. This is a real sun trap where you can watch village life pass by. Footpaths lead from the village and you are a short stroll from the nearest pub, The Boxing Hare.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size
Bedroom Two - Double
1 Bathroom - Shower Room With Rainfall Shower, WC And Basin
Hairdryer
Fire - Electric
Oven
Hob
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer - Compartment In Fridge
Wine Fridge
Coffee Machine - Nespresso DeLonghi - Original Pods
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 4
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 50-99 Mbps
TV - Smart
Workspace
Baby/child Equipment Not Provided
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - One Well-behaved Dog Welcome For An Additional Fee
Garden - Front, Not Enclosed
Outdoor Dining Area - Benches And Coffee Table
No BBQ Available
Parking - On-street Parking Outside The Cottage
On your Doorstep
The nearest place with larger supermarkets is Chipping Norton (5 miles) where you will find a great choice including a well-stocked Coop, M&S Food Store and Aldi, plus a butchers, fishmongers and Pink Salt Shed who stock a range of pestos, seasonings and chutneys. In Great Tew there is a wonderful florist, Sweetpeas, and Quince and Clover stock a few essentials. Wykham Park Farm (7 miles) is a fabulous farm shop offering an abundance of local produce and a cheese deli. Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm Shop is 7 miles away and Daylesford Organic is just 12 miles selling food, gifts and more. For antique lovers the Station Mill Antiques Centre (6 miles) and Antiques at Heritage (12 miles) are a must. The ancient university city of Oxford is only 25 miles away and definitely worth a day of your time.
Eating Out:
- The Boxing Hare, Swerford – excellent pub grub cooked by experienced chefs in a welcoming country pub (10 mins walk)
- Falkland Arms, Great Tew – village country pub serving quality pub food (2 miles)
- Quince and Clover, Great Tew – relaxed Cotswold Café serving breakfast, lunch and home-made ice cream (2 miles)
- The Bull, Charlbury – an exceptional pub with a beautiful restaurant (8 miles)
Walks:
From Swerford you can follow countryside routes to the charming surrounding villages. Hook Norton can be reached in an hour where you can visit the brewery, explore Great Tew and visit the Falkland Arms which is a 45-minute walk or just follow footpaths through the farmland around you.
Places to Visit:
- Soho Farmhouse, Great Tew – exclusive member’s only destination with gym, restaurants, spa and more (4 miles)
- Diddly Squat Farm Shop, Chadlington – Jeremy Clarkson’s farm shop with The Big View café (7 miles)
- Daylesford Organic, Daylesford – pick up some local Cotswold produce and some gifts before enjoying a meal (12 miles)
- Blenheim Palace and Woodstock – a UNESCO world heritage site with exquisite rooms to visit (12 miles)
Train - Charlbury is (8.5 miles) and has regular services from London Paddington.
Taxis - A1 Taxis, Chipping Norton - Castle Cars, Banbury - Banbury Station Taxis
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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.
- One well-behaved dog is permitted at the cottage for an additional fee.
- Barbecues are not provided at Oak Cottage.
- The stairs at Oak Cottage are open tread, please take care.
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Why we love this
- Stylish, characterful interior with stone fireplace, open-plan living, and cosy bedrooms
- Walk to Swerford’s pubs or explore Great Tew, Soho Farmhouse, and historic Chipping Norton
- Surrounded by classic Cotswold scenery, from thatched cottages to rolling countryside and scenic walks
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The Location
The quiet village of Swerford feels untouched by the modern world. You pass country houses and charming cottages as you arrive at Oak Cottage. Just outside Swerford, and only a ten-minute walk from the cottage is The Boxing Hare where you can have an exceptional meal and relaxed drinks. You are in easy reach of Great Tew with fabulous walks around the estate on offer and the popular Falkland Arms and Quince and Clover. You might recognise some views from MobLand which was filmed here. Just 4 miles from Soho Farmhouse this popular destination is a hot spot for tourists looking to photograph the picturesque streets and cottages. You are also within an easy drive of Chipping Norton, Hook Norton and its brewery, Blenheim Palace and you can enjoy day trips into the Cotswolds to see Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water.
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A truly gorgeous cottage, thank you for a lovely stay, we very much enjoyed the peace and quiet whilst exploring nearby. Thanks!
Charlie
We loved our stay at the charming Oak Cottage. Nestled in the lovely Cotswolds village of Swerford, there was plenty of walks and things to do. The host was always quick to answer questions , and the cottage clean and very well looked after. Looking forward to coming back soon!
Patrick
Thank you for a really lovely stay. The cottage is absolutely perfect. We had everything we needed and more.
Lisa
Cosy cottage
Lovely little cottage in a cute village. Very pretty area and great spot for Chipping Norton and other villages.
Only downside is parking on the street, on a slight bend. But saying that we had no issue.
Beds were very comfy.
Lisa-anne
The cottage was just as charming as it looks, and the cleanliness was top-notch, with all the amenities you need! We spent much of our time on the lovely front patio soaking up the sun. The host was fantastic—always quick to reply and very welcoming. Can’t wait to stay here again!
Eva
We enjoyed a beautiful weekend at your cottage. It was beautiful and so well equipped. Thank you for having us.
Tom
Amazing little cottage in the perfect Cotswolds location. Excellent service from Bolthole retreats
Elizabeth
Thanks so much for a wonderful stay. The cottage was just perfect. Have a lovely Christmas.
Stephanie
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