Otmoor House
Contemporary design and effortless style combine with far-reaching views and peaceful surroundings to make Otmoor House a truly special getaway. With open plan living areas for gathering friends and family, and a beckoning garden, you are drawn to spend time outdoors, soaking in the backdrop of lush green countryside. Just beyond the fields, Otmoor Nature Reserve provides fabulous walking opportunities and sets a soundtrack of birdsong to your days. If you’d like a taste of city living while here, you can take in the dreaming spires of Oxford with its enviable selection of boutique stores and first-class selection of eateries.
Overview
Arriving through fine iron gates to this home swathed in greenery is the perfect start to your Oxfordshire escape. From your first steps inside you can see the attention to detail at Otmoor House is exceptional. Bespoke interior design has made this house into a country retreat, with everything you could need waiting for you. From perfectly placed armchairs under soft lighting to cloud-like beds and the beautiful hand-crafted kitchen to quirky antique window framed mirrors. Spending time here is akin to a stay at a boutique hotel.
Otmoor House has a wonderfully harmonious layout. From the tranquil sitting room, the space gently moves through to the simply gorgeous kitchen and dining area, with French doors opening onto the terrace with its big sky views. Mingle amongst your group, making space for yourself or with others while you fill a plate with produce from the local farm shop, sip wine or play games in the garden with the children. As the evening draws in, the fire can be lit to keep chills at bay or get cosy in one of the exceptionally styled bedrooms where morning lie ins are hard to resist.
Staying here you are surrounded by stunning rurality with just Otmoor nature reserve and village views in the distance, beckoning you to start your days with a coffee on the terrace and a stroll through the reserve that deer, hares and birdlife all call home. Walk into Beckley to visit the super local pub, and don’t miss out on Oxford, a city soon to be one of your most treasured destinations.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
Inspiring your stay with images of Oxford and Otmoor Nature Reserve, the spacious entrance hall is a lovely introduction to your break away. Take off your shoes, coats, and leave your bags as you race off to explore this home-from-home.
Utility
This useful space is handy for cleaning up after a country walk and keeps the noise of laundry from disturbing your meals and conversations.
Kitchen/Diner
Beautifully combining a range of textures, colours and patterns, this open plan room feels Soho inspired. Fun artwork adds a certain charm, making this a wonderful room to spend time in. You will delight in cooking here before dining with country views framed by the French doors.
Sitting Room
Evenings spent in the sitting room are a relaxing affair. Light the fire to add a warming crackle as you chat over after-dinner coffees, watch a film or play a game of cards. There is space to set up a laptop or put your feet up and sink into a good book, letting time pass you by.
Shower Room
With a dash of colour from bold tiling and spacious rainfall shower, you can get ready for an evening stroll to the village pub for a great meal.
First Floor
Bedroom One
This is a true hideaway, inspired by the views across the nature reserve. With wallpaper featuring waterbirds, plant life and the natural tones of reed beds, this room envelopes you in comfort. The super king-size bed is oh so inviting and will make weekend lie-ins top of your to do list.
En-Suite
Tucked away, the en-suite provides extra space and privacy for guests for the master bedroom.
Bedroom Two
Using the same tones as found throughout this house, this king-size bedroom is a sanctuary of calming natural hues. Soft lighting, a view through the trees and hints to the history of this house in the exposed beams will make this room a firm favourite.
Bathroom
A room you’ll want to linger in, sinking into the bubble filled rolltop bath, enjoying the views and bathing in the natural light.
Bedroom Three
Retreat to bedroom three where delicate blues contrast the wooden beams. This bedroom has a super king-size bed. Artwork by Charlie Mackesy adorns the walls, so you start your day with a smile.
Outside
The garden is equally as charming as the house. Planted with trees so you have the perfect shaded picnic spots there is a large lawn to stretch your legs and have a kick about with the children. On the terrace the table and chairs are set so you can make the most of your surroundings, gazing across the view between courses.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - Super King-size
Bedroom Two - King-size
Bedroom Three - Super King-size
3 Bathrooms - 1 X Shower Room, 1 X Bathroom, 1 X En-suite Shower Room
Hairdryer
Fire - Logs Provided For An Initial Fire 01 October To 31 March
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 6
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
Sound System - Sonos Speaker
Outdoor
Garden - Fenced With Gated Access
Outdoor Dining Area - Seats 6
BBQ - Gas
Parking - Off-road Parking For 4 Cars
On your Doorstep
If you are travelling up from London, stop off at Lacey’s Family Farm Shop (22 miles) on the way to pick up supplies for your stay. This award-winning farm shop has a deli counter, butchers, range of breads and fresh fruit and vegetables.
For a day spent hitting the shops, Oxford (8 miles) is a beautiful destination with a maze of streets hiding curious independent shops. Bicester Village (10 miles) is a collection of designer stores offering a discount on retail prices.
Eating Out:
- Abingdon Arms, Beckley – this community owned pub has an ever-changing menu and fantastic options for Sunday roasts (1 mile)
- The Talkhouse, Stanton St.John – a traditional thatched pub with open fires and exposed beams (3 miles)
- The Nut Tree, Murcott – holding a Michelin star, The Nut Tree has a wonderful tasting menu (7.5 miles)
- The Pointer, Brill – this rustic country pub serves local produce for meals throughout the day (9 miles)
Follow a loop to the nature reserve, returning through the village of Noke, or head to the village of Beckley returning through Beckley Park or down the footpath through Lower Farm.
Places to Visit:
- RSPB Otmoor – this area of wetlands and reed beds is a popular spot for migrating water birds with different breeds visiting throughout the year (0.5 miles)
- Oxford - England’s oldest university city is on your doorstep and easily accessible. Explore the beautiful architecture, museums, galleries, and beautiful riverside walks (9 miles)
- Bicester Village - a popular collection of designer stores offering a discount on retail prices (10 miles)
- Woodstock & Blenheim Palace - Explore the historic market town of Woodstock and the magnificent surrounds of Blenheim Palace. This was the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and the palace dates to the 1700’s. There are many events to enjoy throughout the year (13 miles)
Train - Oxford railway station (8.5 miles) has a frequent and direct service to London.
Taxis - 001 Taxis, Royal Cars
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Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
- Otmoor House is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted.
- This property does not permit hen and stag parties, party groups, or all adult groups under the age of 25. This property is ideal for family groups.
- Otmoor House accepts a maximum of one infant.
- As with all Bolthole Retreats properties, smoking/vaping is not permitted at Otmoor House.
- Please note that additional guests above the maximum capacity are not permitted.
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Why we love this
- Stylish country home with a garden overlooking a nature reserve.
- Walk the trails at Otmoor Nature Reserve or pop to Beckley’s Abingdon Arms for a local meal.
- Only 20 minutes to Oxford for historic streets, riverside dining, and boutique shops.
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The Location
Set just outside Oxford, there is so much to see and do when you stay at Otmoor House. From your doorstep you can enjoy walks to the RSPB Otmoor nature reserve, spotting wading birds as you explore these wetlands. In the village of Beckley you will discover Beckley Park and can walk to the Abingdon Arms for drinks or a meal. Head into Oxford to see the delights of the ‘city of dreaming spires’ with fantastic museums, amazing architecture and shopping as well as a fantastic range of bars and restaurants. Just 4 miles away is the well-renowned John Radcliffe Hospital making this a convenient choice if you are visiting loved ones.
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Gorgeous home
We had the most wonderful stay at Otmoor House for my 30th birthday. The place is even more beautiful than the photos and for a place that is only an hour or so from London, it is so peaceful and serene. The hosts were absolutely amazing as well - so helpful and very quick to respond! I would absolutely stay here again
Noora
Otmoor House
This cottage is in a very peaceful and beautiful location surrounded by farmland as far as the eye can see. Everything was spotlessly clean and tidy. The kitchen/diner is particularly spacious and was well equipped. The beds were very comfortable with lovely crisp quality white linen and towels. John (the host) welcomed us personally and reacted quickly to any queries we had. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Otmoor House and would happily return again.
Paul
Wonderful stay at Otmoor House
We really enjoyed our stay. Making the reservation using the Bolthole retreat website was very easy and information about the house and surrounding area was easily accessed online or in the information folder provided at the house. The location is fantastic - just a short walk down to the RSPB sanctuary and with wonderful views over the fields. It is quite isolated and peaceful which is exactly what we wanted. However you can easily walk to the village, about half a mile or so away. The house itself is beautiful with comfortable beds and modern kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances. The wifi has a very good signal. Communication with the owner was very good - for example the leg broke on one of the outside chairs and he came around and replaced it right away. The weather was very hot while we were there and the bedrooms were quite warm at night. But with the windows open it was reasonable. The owners left us quite a few treats (cookies, wine, coffee etc) which was very nice of them.
I highly recommend Otmoor house and will certainly consider renting from Bolthole retreats in the future.
Graham
Spring Break, 2026!
Our three generation family had a wonderful time staying at Otmoor Farm House. The warm welcome from the owners, the opportunity to stay for a week outside an English village, the proximity to Oxford, and the wonderful Abingdon Pub in nearby Beckley made for a most pleasant time for this American family. Who needs Hawaii or the Caribbean for spring break when you can have Otmoor???
The house was so well appointed and comfortable and the kitchen had great appliances and an atmosphere that allowed us to linger at the table after meals. The bedrooms while small, were inviting with terrific bedding and each room had a view of the countryside. And, we were very pleased at the amenities of the three bathrooms.
We are recommending Bolthole to any of our friends indicating a desire to travel to England. Like us, I know they won't be disappointed.
Wendy
If you are looking for the quintessential English countryside retreat, look no further. Otmoor House was cozy, comfortable, and very peaceful. The kitchen has everything you would want or need and all the bedrooms were warm and comfortable. The house is completely surrounded by fields full of pheasants, deer, rabbits, and birds that sing the most beautiful songs. The hosts are friendly and communicative and the location is within easy driving distance to Oxford, the Cotswolds, and Blenheim Palace. There are plenty of pubs that are within 10-20 minutes drive. The only issue we had was that we wished we could have stayed longer. We highly recommend!
Jesse
Canadians revisiting Oxford
We spent a few weeks at this lovely cottage to escape our Canadian winter and re-discover Oxford and the surrounding shires. The location of Otmoor House was perfect for us - provided peace and quiet as well as easy travel times to the city, London by train and the Cotswolds for exploring and walking. Numerous National Trust estates within 45 minutes including wonderful Blenheim Palace and Woodstock. The house is very well equipped and the photos are accurate. We particularly appreciated the responsiveness and service of the owners who live on the property next door. Questions answered and immediate fix if anything was needed. We also discovered Ocado - grocery delivery. Excellent! Right to the door. Thankyou.
Jane
Thank you for a lovely stay. The property is as described, very clean and homely décor. The instructions for check in were very clear. Surrounding area is very picturesque.
Dayna
We loved our stay here beautiful place in amazing surroundings eating in great or try local pub felt home from home would highly recommend.
Dianne
Fabulous property and really lovely hosts. Our group of girls absolutely loved the house and the area - we will definitely be back again next year!
Chelsi
Fantastic house
The house is really beautiful, the grounds also are lovely, lots of space. It is pretty far from the village, a solid 15 minute walk. And the village is tiny. But if you are looking for somewhere off the beaten track then this is it.
Tamasyn
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Otmoor House. We’re very glad to hear that you liked the property. Regarding your comments about the distance from the village and its size, on our website we note that the village is 1 mile away and has a local pub, with the nearest shop being 3 miles from the property. We hope to see you in the area again soon.
- Bolthole Retreats, 11th November 2025
Very friendly contact with the owner. All special requests were immediately taken into account.
Stefan
Beautiful place close to town and the water. Everything we expected and more.
Chris
Great communications with host. Immaculate property. The Best
One of the nicest properties weve rented. Location is very quiet, great walking paths, great communications with hosts. Great WiFi. Everything was above board. Highly recommended.
Luxury defined
Kenneth
Sunny days , chilly morning walks with the pheasants and sheep. Beautifully decorated house, I need the name of their interior designer. Peaceful setting. Oxford day trips- punting, walking tour and botanical gardens. Much fun. Returning to our cottage for a cup of tea on the patio was a real pleasure.
Sally
Beautiful place! Surrounded by fields. The house itself is modern with an appearance of an old house. Spacious rooms, well-equipped kitchen. We received help from the owners when we arrived late. Amazing experience. We loved everything.
Sofia
Our family had a fantastic stay and really enjoyed the nature that this lovely home had to offer. So quiet and peaceful and yet so close to Oxford and great sites and activities. Would highly recommend.
Ben
A beautiful and peaceful retreat only 10 minutes from Oxford. House is beautifully finished, very comfortable and surrounded by lovely landscape. We watched sheep, hares, rabbits and even a deer coming into the garden. Perfect place for family gatherings.
Justin
Otmoor House is a must stay!
We had an absolutely lovely stay at this property! The grounds are beautiful and peaceful near the Otmoor Reserve in late May--think wildflowers, bird watching, green wetlands, cattle, deer, muntjac, pheasant, and hares. Pastoral countryside at its best. The farmhouse was just as lovely. Every room was so well appointed and comfortable, and suited our family of 5 perfectly.
John and Jo are inviting and communicative hosts, even providing us with some special treats to eat and drink upon arrival. My husband is still talking about how much he enjoyed staying here. We would go back in a heartbeat. Highly, highly recommended!!
Shannon
The highest standards
Otmoor house has been recently refurbished , decorated and furnished to the highest standards of any of the self catered accommodation we have ever stayed at in the UK. The setting and nearby village (including pub) are also beautiful. The beds are very large and extremely comfortable. What more can I say? I can find no fault !
Martin
Lovely house in quiet location
This lovely house is tucked away in a peaceful location surrounded by farmland. The rooms are large and comfortable and the kitchen is very well equipped. We enjoyed our (all too brief) stay immensely.
Hans
A perfect retreat
This was probably the most perfect place we have stayed. The location was idyllic and peaceful and close enough to explore Oxford.
The house itselfhad the most amazing finish with an extremely high quality interior. Quite frankly, this would be my perfect home!! Thank you for an amazing stay-we will be back!!!
Trystan
A weekend away
Such a wonderful weekend away at Otmoor house. The location was perfect, remote and quiet with lovely walks from the doorstep. The house was beautiful inside with everything you needed, and very comfortable for all of us staying there! The Talkhouse in Stanton St.John did a very good Sunday lunch, and would definitely recommend!
Ruth
Lovely Weekend Stay
We had a great weekend stay at Otmoor House. It's such a beautifully designed property and very cosy. We all went away wishing we could own it, so that's a big thumbs up to John and Jo for how well they have made it! Thank you.
Oli
A Dreamy Country Christmas
We couldn't have asked for a more ideal cottage in which to spend Christmas with our families. We were 3 couples in the house and the set-up was perfect. The kitchen was a great social area when meals were being prepared and cleaned-up and the living room was a wonderfully cozy nook in which to crowd around the fire with books and crosswords. Everything we needed was there. The location was well suited for getting away from the craziness of life. A little bit of a drive to get more firewood or butter, but just a short walk from the lovely Abingdon Arms pub. The remoteness of the cottage and its location at the edge of the RSPB sanctuary meant plenty of options for muddy walks, bird-spotting, and stargazing. It was a cozy hideaway for a lovely festive season and am sure it is even more delightful in the mostly sunny Summer months. A very helpful book of local tips and recommendations was provided on site (as well as on the booking page ahead of time). Our hosts were incredibly welcoming and quick to reply to any questions that came up.
Leandra
A short stay in Oxfordshire
Otmoor House is absolutely beautiful and the surrounding scenery is amazing. Everything you need is in the house & of a very high quality. The hosts are lovely & the only regret was having to leave.
Thank you we hope to return one day.
Sally
Such a wonderful property
Otmoor House was such a wonderful place to stay!
A really lovely location, the house was so well equipped and finished to such a high standard. Every last detail was thought of and we couldn't fault the property. John & Jo were quick to respond and made sure we had all the info up front. Now we just need to find an excuse to visit again!!
Erin
Country luxury
Otmoor House has been beautifully renovated. Its in an enviable position overlooking nothing but fields and wetlands. If you are looking for a retreat that is peaceful, well equipped and a touch of country elegance then this is the place for you. Its equipped with everything you could wish for and close to Oxford and its surrounding attractions plus John and Jo are perfect hosts.
Aleksandra
Amazing stay and beautiful property
We had a brilliant time at the property. The house has recently been refurbished and has been done to a 5* spec. Jonathan is a fantastic host and made us feel very welcomed.
Adi
Cant wait to return!
We absolutely fell in love with Otmoor house, and found it very hard to leave. Not only does it provide you with the tranquility of the area and beautiful views, but a lot of effort has been spent on the interior decor with so much attention paid to every detail. It was a real treat living in the cottage, and cannot recommend it enough! Our hosts were absolutely lovely and incredibly helpful. There is a lovely walking route starting at the door, around the fields and RSPB reserve where you could do bird watching at the bird hideout over the moor, taking you back up through a forest to the local village where weve enjoyed lunch at the local pub which has a spectacular outdoor space with views over the hills. There is a local farm shop where you could PYO fruits, veg and flowers and other lovely local produce. We cant wait to return soon, a true gem!
Marguerite
Amazing farm stay near Oxford
Otmoor House was just amazing . A perfect place to experience farm stay near Oxford . Fresh air , modern living home away from home . Host Jo and John were absolutely lovely and made our stay even more pleasant . Will definitely be back . Its only 25 mins from Oxford and Bicester and 55 mins to Daylesford farm and Bourton on water
Guest
An idyllic retreat in stunning countryside, but also only 20 mins for Oxford
We had a fantastic holiday at Otmoor House, the house was spotless, beds were hotel standard and you could get lost in the exceptional view.
The views of the filling countryside and wetlands made for a stunning backdrop best placed in a national geographic photo shoot!!
The local farm shop, pick your own and even the historic city of Oxford were all close by, so we were never short of things to do.
The owners/hosts were so welcoming and accommodating it felt like we were family!! The only downside we had was not staying longer, so would recommend to anyone looking for an idyllic escape from their busy world and looking to unplug for a week or two (dont worry there was very good WiFi!!)
Duncan
We now declare Otmoor House open!
It really is as good as it looks in the photos. Superb, quality furnishings throughout. Wonderfully quiet. Amazing, isolated location with fantastic views. What you can't see on the photos are the lovely hosts, John and Jo, who looked after us so well. Apparently, we were the first occupants and we were very privileged to be so. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Rachel
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