Owls Barn
Immerse yourself in nature at this elegant property set near the peaceful village of Bampton. Nestled within the Chimney Nature Reserve, enjoy wonderful views, fresh air and walks from your doorstep to the local pub. Close to Burford, Owls Barn is a delightful base to explore all that The Cotswolds has to offer.
Overview
Escape the hustle of life at Owls Barn, an immersive countryside retreat that will leave you feeling rested and restored. Listen to the owls, spot the deer in the surrounding fields and explore local walking routes at this excellently located 5-bed sanctuary. Set within The Cotswolds, this bolthole is a great base for a memorable rural escape.
Showcasing spacious open plan living, wooden beams and a glorious outdoor area, Owls Barn has been carefully considered. The layout of the property is practical and thoughtfully designed for relaxing, dining and cooking with your loved ones. The upstairs space is equally as impressive, with a luxurious freestanding bath in the master bedroom and incredible views over the nature reserves out of the windows. Where elegance meets country-chic, this characterful property is a blissful haven.
Outside, you will find a dining terrace with a BBQ made for alfresco dining and many walks to explore. The bath house is a hidden retreat; fill the copper tub with bubbles and unwind. An enchanting garden gives you the perfect space for your dog to run around, and there are endless walks that can be followed through the nature reserve and beyond.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall and Cloakroom
Stepping into Owls Barn there is plenty of space for taking off coats and shoes. You can walk straight through into the garden. Just off the hallway is a cloakroom with a basin, WC and a laundry cupboard with a washing machine and tumble dryer.
Open Plan Kitchen/Living/Dining Room
The spectacular open plan living area is a practical space featuring French doors leading to the garden. The kitchen has a range cooker, a breakfast bar, dishwasher, fridge/ freezer and a coffee machine. At the centre of the room you will find a couple of armchairs and a dining table seating 10 guests. The cosy living area features a woodburning stove, TV and three sofas.
Bedroom Five
The ground floor bedroom features a super king-size bed.
En-Suite
The en-suite has a shower, WC and basin.
First Floor
Bedroom One
The beautiful master bedroom features a super king-size bed, a free-standing bath, an armchair and a chest of drawers for clothing storage.
En-Suite
With a bath in the bedroom, the en-suite has a WC and basin.
Bedroom Two
Bedroom two has a super king-size bed so you have space to spread out. Wake to countryside views and end your day with a wonderfully uninterrupted sleep.
En-Suite
The en-suite has a shower, WC and basin.
Bathroom
Primarily for use of those staying in bedrooms three and four, the bathroom has a bath with a shower over, WC and basin.
Bedroom Three
Sitting beneath the shaped roof with wooden beams, bedroom three has two single beds. One has restricted space above.
Bedroom Four
Mirroring bedroom three, bedroom four also has two single beds, one of which has restricted space above.
Outside
The gardens at Owls Barn are spectacular, walk over the bridge to reach the meadow with a picnic bench hidden away in the willow trees at the bottom and toast marshmallows at the firepit. Just outside is a private dining terrace with a table and chairs and a charcoal barbecue. Retreat to the bath house for a long, lingering soak in the copper tub with a glass of champagne and peace and quiet. Follow the footpaths into the nature reserve and you’ll discover bird hides, picnic benches and big swings.Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - Super King-size
Bedroom Two - Super King-size
Bedroom Three - Super King-size
Bedroom Four - Twin
Bedroom Five - Twin
4 Bathrooms - 2 X En-suite Shower, 1 X En-suite Bathroom, 1 X Bathroom
Hairdryer
Fire - Logs Provided For An Initial Fire 01 Oct To 31 March
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Coffee Machine - Nespresso Pod And Sage Bean To Cup
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 10
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed
TV - Smart
Board Games
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 1 Well-behaved Dog Welcome For An Additional Fee
Garden - Not Enclosed
Outdoor Dining Area - Seats 10
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
Fire Pit - Available In Summer, Please Provide Your Own Logs
Parking - Off-road Parking For 2 Cars
On your Doorstep
The One Elm Farm Shop in Witney stocks a range of fresh meats, vegetables, bread and deli items. Visit destinations such as Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat farm shop, just 20 miles away, Upton Smokery or Daylesford Organic for locally sourced produce and a visit to their cafes. Burford Garden Centre is a popular destination, featuring a range of homewares, gifts and more. Further afield, visit the city of Oxford for a wonderful day out seeing the sights and browsing its array of unique shops.
There is a community shop only 2 miles away in Aston, a Co-op in Bampton, an Aldi, small Waitrose and Tesco in Farringdon and larger supermarkets in Witney.
Eating Out:
- The Trout at Tadpole Bridge, Faringdon – classic pub food with a riverside view (2.5 miles).
- The Double Red Duke, Clanfield – fantastic choice for a special occasion known for its steaks (6 miles).
- The Mason’s Arms, Clanfield – traditional pub with a great atmosphere, oyster bar and good beer (6 miles).
- The Maybush Newbridge – Thames View pub serving freshly prepared meals (6 miles).
- The Farmer’s Dog, Burford – Jeremy Clarkson’s country pub serving local produce (10 miles).
Surrounded by the Chimney Nature Reserve, Owls Barn is the perfect spot for walkers. From your doorstep you can follow a bridleway down to the Thames Path to enjoy riverside strolls or continue on through the fields spotting wildlife along the way. Find a map of the nature reserve here.
Places to Visit:
- Bampton - stroll the scenic streets which you may recognise as a location from Downton Abbey (3.5 miles).
- Crocodiles of the World – dedicated to the conservation of these creatures you can see 17 of the 24 species currently found in the world (4 miles).
- Kelmscott Manor – Beautiful historic house that was the former home of William Morris (10 miles).
- Diddly Squat – Jeremy Clarkson’s farm shop selling locally grown produce (20 miles).
- Cotswold Farm Park – much-loved rare breeds farm park, owned by TV presenter Adam Henson (30 miles).
Travel:
Train - Charlbury railway station (9 miles) has a frequent and direct service to London Paddington and Oxford.
Taxi - Brize Norton Taxis, Faringdon Cars
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 10:00
- 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.
- Unfortunately, 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.
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We love how Owls Barn offers the ultimate luxury of being spacious, full of character and set in a great Cotswolds location, making this the perfect choice for an exciting group getaway in the countryside.
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The Location
Located just ten minutes from the village of Bampton, one of the key filming locations for Downton Abbey, Owls Barn is a charming location. Immersed in nature with owls and deer as your neighbours, riverside walks and quaint villages, it is a peaceful place to unwind. Walk to the local pub and enjoy the area’s range of wonderful restaurants and pubs. Just a twenty-minute drive away is Burford, the gateway to the Cotswolds. Discover the quaint streets of honey-hued cottages and boutique shops, further exploring the area of outstanding natural beauty. If you’d like to head into the hustle and bustle, the dreaming spires of Oxford are just 20 miles away. A visit to Blenheim Palace is a must visit.
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Perfect and relaxing
The owl barn was great, with everything you might need and more. The location is excellent with walks, the river, pubs. Perfect for family get togethers and slowing down.
Ana
A lovely property, perfect for a big family getaway, with lots of space for the kids to run around and peaceful surroundings. The kitchen was well equipped - we particularly appreciated a good coffee machine!
Jason
A long weekend at Owls Barn
A well designed barn conversion in a beautiful setting. Lots of outdoor space to use and works well with children.
Booking and dealing with queries was easy with pleasant and helpful people to deal with.
Highly recomended.
Guest
The pictures dont do it justice!
We stayed here with a group of friends over the weekend and it was absolutely gorgeous. We had lots of nice things booked in the area, and a few of us hadnt been to the Cotswold so its a perfect introduction into this little piece of heaven. The cottages are well managed and fully kitted out. Beautiful garden and very comfortable beds. We had an amazing time and will definitely be back.
Nafiseh
Thank you. We had an amazing time. Wonderful time.
Forlit-Hashimshony
Thank you so much - we had the best time! Such an incredible barn and beautiful stay xx
Anon
Thank you! We had such a lovely time. The barn, the gardens and the nature walks are absolutely amazing. The zoo was fabulous too.
Ribeiro
Beautiful house in stunning location
We loved our weekend stay at Owls Barn. The house was immaculate and the beds and furniture were spotless and so comfortable. The kitchen was very well equipped and we really appreciated the welcome basket and all the toiletries in the bathrooms. The gardens/grounds were beautiful and right in the middle of a nature reserve so it was super tranquil and full of wildlife. The outside bath was the cherry on top!
Claire
A wonderful property in an excellent location
Located close to the Thames Path it is very easy to walk straight from the door. Owls Barn has some lovely outdoor seating from which we saw Deer, many birds and even heard a cuckoo.
The property itself was clean, comfortable and spacious.
Guest
Excellent place to stay
The Barn had everything we needed, lots of space and fantastic surroundings. Excellent service too from Bolthole Retreats.
Richard
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