Converted Barn on the outskirts of the Cotswolds and Oxford - Prince Barn
Prince Barn is a light and spacious self-catering holiday cottage in the Cotswolds, part of the stunning Goodlake Barns complex in the Great British countryside near Faringdon. The barn offers luxury accommodation for 6 guests in three separate bedrooms arranged across 2 floors. You will find a range of amenities in the nearby market town of Faringdon which is only 3 miles away and there is a wide range of places to visit including Blenheim Palace, Oxford, the iconic Uffington White Horse, and of course the beautiful Cotswolds is on the doorstep. There is a central hub that is a flexible space and can be hired for dinner or meetings depending on your group's needs. The hub is big enough to seat everyone together if booking more than one barn. Please note that the hub is only available on request.
If you are looking for a large group booking for more than 6 guests, perhaps for a family or friends gathering, then please consider the entire Goodlake Barns complex.
Accommodation
This three bedroom Cotswold holiday cottage in Shellingford is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The Cotswold accommodation is laid out as follows:
Ground Floor
Kitchen/sitting/dining room Exposed oak beams, one three-seater sofa, two two-seater sofas, Smart TV and selection of books Dining table with seating for 8 Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster and cafetiere
Utility room Washing machine, sink and loo
Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2) Super king size bed (can be two single beds on request), armchair, chest of drawers and wardrobe Ensuite with shower, loo, basin and towel rail
First Floor
Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2) Super king size bed, armchair, chest of drawers, free standing mirror and built-in wardrobe Ensuite with shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail
Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 2) Two single beds, two bedside tables and chest of drawers
Family bathroom Bath (with no shower) loo, basin and heated towel rail
Outside The barn overlooks the large enclosed communal courtyard with outdoor seating available for guests to use. There is also a communal lawn area. Plenty of private parking available on site.
Those enjoying walking will really enjoy Goodlake Barns and its setting close to the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Beauty and the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding and the chance to climb to the Uffington White Horse.
The Finer Details
The maximum occupancy for this property is 6 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 3 additional infants (aged 2 or under) Bed linen and towels are provided Off street parking is available for up to 1 car in the courtyard, with additional overspill parking nearby 1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided) Sorry, no pets Free WiFi Mobile phone reception quality depends on provider Smart TV with Apps (guests to use their own login details) Charcoal BBQ is available for the barn complex, please be considerate of other guests.(guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use) Gas central heating system, with underfloor heating in the living space The barns share an enclosed communal courtyard space and communal lawn area Please be aware that the property is located in a quiet and peaceful area, and we respectfully request that guests are mindful of neighbours at all times, especially when outside, noise and music need to be kept to a minimum beyond 10pm The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property
Things to Note... Please note that Prince Barn is best suited to peaceful, family-style stays. Please take consideration whilst booking as the property is not appropriate for parties, hen or stag groups, or events of any kind Either a Security Deposit or payment of an Accidental Damage Waiver is required at this property Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00 Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Faringdon
Faringdon is home to this cottage. Great Coxwell Barn and Faringdon Folly Tower are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Greenbridge Retail Park and Bakers Yard. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and Faringdon Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
The Defence Academy of the United Kingdom - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
Millets Falconry Centre - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Didcot Parkway Station - 26 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
The Wheatsheaf - 5 min drive
Cafe and Chat - 11 min drive
Mollies Diner and Motel - 9 min drive
College Farm - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Converted Barn on the outskirts of the Cotswolds and Oxford - Prince Barn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Converted Barn on the outskirts of the Cotswolds and Oxford - Prince Barn?
As of 21 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Converted Barn on the outskirts of the Cotswolds and Oxford - Prince Barn on 5 Oct 2026 start from AU$552, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Converted Barn on the outskirts of the Cotswolds and Oxford - Prince Barn?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Converted Barn on the outskirts of the Cotswolds and Oxford - Prince Barn?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Converted Barn on the outskirts of the Cotswolds and Oxford - Prince Barn?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Converted Barn on the outskirts of the Cotswolds and Oxford - Prince Barn located?
Situated in Faringdon, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Faringdon Folly Tower, Great Coxwell Barn and Faringdon Leisure Centre. Uffington White Horse and Arts Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very lovely cottage and perfect for our whole group (even with a little one). Extremely comfy beds and very clean. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2026
Thank you Courtney for your review of Prince Barn. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be lovely and perfect for your group. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
11 June 2026
Perfect Family Meet Up
Lovely cottage in perfect situation for the Vale of the White Horse and lower Cotswolds. Very comfortable and well equipped. Can recommend the local pubs especially the Woodman The Greyhound and the highlight Eagle Tavern. We will be back very soon
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Thank you Karen for your review of Prince Barn. We were thrilled to hear that you found the property to be lovely and in a great location with access to a number of local enjoyable pubs. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
22 Sept 2025
A good holiday
Princes Barn was a good place to stay on our visit to the Cotswolds, clean and central to the places we wanted to go to.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thank you Julia for your review of Prince Barn. We are delighted that you found the property to be a good base and we hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ella C.
24 July 2025
Lovely stay during RIAT
We really enjoyed our stay during RIAT, The accommodation was brilliant and the courtyard was a great place to relax and be sociable in the evenings
Ella C.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you Ella for your review of Prince Barn. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Lovely property in very quiet location. Lots of information provided by the owner, and very easy check in. Would be very happy to stay again and recommend to anyone.
Susan N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
27 Jan 2025
used as a base for some work in the area , perfect home from home
we had 3 days here midweek January , the property had good parking , was easy access , and everything we needed to cook etc , great rooms , good shower and lovely and warm , great property
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
Thank you Andrew for your review of Prince Barn. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be lovely, warm and to have great amenities. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ashfaq A.
21 Sept 2020
Excellent, clean barn, like a hotel, stay with confidence!
Excellent location, parking, multiple bathrooms, large rooms, all appliances, Stay with confidence. We plan to return.
Ashfaq A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Malcolm L.
13 Feb 2025
Lovely converted barn in the countryside
Prince Barn in the Goodlake Barn complex was a wonderful place to stay on the outskirts of the Cotswolds. It was within an hours drive of all of the key towns within the Cotswolds. The barn conversion has been done very tastefully with lovely furnishings within the "barn". A very comfortable place to stay for an extended period.
Malcolm L.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb 2025
Thank you Malcolm for your review of Prince Barn. We are delighted to know that you found the barn to be a wonderful place to stay on the outskirts of the Cotswolds. It has been tastefully decorated with lovely furnishings and it was a very comfortable place to stay. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lynne M.
13 Sept 2022
Beautiful Barn
Prince Barn was absolutely perfect for our stay, with plenty of space for us. It was exceptionally clean and comfortable. The beds were huge, comfortable and had crisp fresh bedding on them. The showers were hot and powerful with plenty of towels supplied. The directions given were easily followed and pick up of the key was very straightforward.
Lynne M.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Price Barn and that it was the perfect place for your stay in the Cotswolds. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Margy L.
26 May 2025
Beautiful accommodation
The cottage was perfect for our group of four friends. It was beautifully furnished, the beds were very comfortable and the rooms were spacious with a good bedroom/bathroom ratio. The kitchen was well equipped with a beautiful living/dining area, so we stayed in most evenings and had a great time cooking together. It was good to have parking by the front door, the small garden however, is shared. The location is very quiet and peaceful and although semi rural, it's only a short drive to the large supermarkets. It was a great base to explore the Cotswolds.The host was also very helpful and accommodating.
We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back.
Margy L.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you Margy for your review of Prince Barn. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be perfect, beautifully finished and well equipped. We too hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
18 Apr 2024
Excellent accommodation
Really comfortable, only one problem could not adjust the temperature on a shower, it was repaired in 2 Hours, really impressed how quickly it was repaired. I would have to wait a week to get a plumber at home. They ensure that nothing will stop you enjoying your stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2024
Thank you David for sharing your wonderful 5* review of your recent stay at Prince Barn. We are pleased to know that the property was really comfortable and the owners were very quick to assist you with the shower issue. We hope you will return to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 July 2023
Great converter barn!
We loved it. The building was full of character in a really quiet location. There was plenty of room for 7 of us, including 1 infant. We will definitely book again.
There were a couple of odd things missing in the kitchen, spatulas etc and the speaker didn’t seem to work, but we managed.
I would also look at some of the other barns on the site as they seemed to have designated outdoor spaces.
Overall we loved it and would highly recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Thank you for your review. We are delighted to here you loved your stay and the barn had plenty of space for you and your party. We hope to welcome you back to the Cotswold again soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Bernard K.
2 Aug 2022
A little surprised!
The property is excellent as it has been for our previous stays however the lack of a coffee plunger, dish washing tablets, washing up detergent, and a reasonable number of garbage bags will remain top of mind for our next holiday.
Perhaps an increased cost may be a way of not interrupting our stay and ensuring we don’t have to drive some distance to the supermarket to buy items we were not expecting to have to buy.
Thank you
Bernard
Bernard K.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Thank you Bernard for your review, we have made note of your comments about the lack of various items and passed your comments on to the owners. We are glad that overall you had an excellent stay and hope to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Julie G.
17 May 2022
Attention to dusting
Although generally both Prince and the barn were clean there were a lot of cobwebs. In the bedrooms on the bedside tables. Which should be visible.
Julie G.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Thank you for taking time to bring this to our attention, I will let the housekeeping team know so this should not be a problem in the future. I hope that overall you enjoyed your stay and that we can welcome you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jo W.
17 May 2022
Beautiful
Goodlake Barns continues to provide wonderful accomodation in a gorgeous location. I cannot fault it!
Jo W.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you Jo for the lovely review. We are really glad you enjoyed your stay and hope we can welcome you back soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 May 2022
Review of Prince Barn
Prince Barn was a wonderful place to stay. We very much enjoyed our 3 nights there, It was a very comfortable place to stay with a very welcoming vibe. The only negative was that we couldn't pick up a cellphone signal on any of our phones, but that asides, it was a great stay. Thanks so much.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
We really appreciate your lovely review of your stay, thank you. In many rural areas of the Cotswolds phone signal can be a weak and we do our best to inform guests of this as time of booking and ahead of arrival. We hope this didn't detract from your stay and hope to welcome you back soon!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Caroline O.
28 Apr 2022
Group holiday
A great place for a group stay. Different families took various of the barns and were able to meet up whilst still having privacy at night.
Caroline O.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jane W.
20 Oct 2021
Lovely cottage, shame about the cleaning
A delightful cottage in a super location let down badly by cleaning standards; sticky dining room table, dirty toilet, dirty dishes in the cupboard, lots of dead flies on floors and window sills, coffeecup marks on side tables and dirty windows.
It is a shame as all these things could be easily have been avoided with more diligent cleaners or a supervisor inspection.
Jane W.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Narinder B.
31 Aug 2021
Enjoyable short break
Booked Prince and Punch Barns for a group of 10. Both Barns were well equipped and served as an excellent base for day trips to Oxford and Blenheim Palace. Great for a relaxing, lazy break
Narinder B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jill M.
6 Aug 2021
Lovely family holiday
Travelled end of July as a party of 10 (6 in Prince barn - 4 adults and 2 children) & 4 in punch barn - 2 adults & 2 children) everything as described and as shown in pictures. Really lovely barns, well equipped and located within a peaceful picturesque small village - a great base for exploring the cotswolds. The field near the barns provided the perfect place for the children to run around and play too! Plenty of parking spaces and would definitely consider returning as well as recommending to others.
Jill M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tina R.
29 July 2021
Wedding accommodation
A fabulous place for a large group. With wedding guests we were able to spread out and really enjoy our stay.
Shower in the communal eating area hilarious!
A couple more large pans would be fab but otherwise the place was great.
Extremely comfortable and beautifully clean. Would recommend to other large parties.
My only issue was being asked to prove that I had paid. You seemed to have some IT problems your end but didn't at any point apologise for the way in which is was handled, which was shocking considering the price paid for a few days.
Tina R.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Thank you for the lovely review and recommendation Tina. We're pleased to hear that your group enjoyed staying at Goodlake Barns and found the accommodation to be ideal for a larger group. We are very sorry for the technical difficulty that you experienced with the payment, having looked into this we have streamlined the process to ensure a smoother payment process for future guests and do again apologise for the inconvenience caused. Overall, we're pleased you had a lovely stay and hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa V.
21 July 2021
Lovely accommodation beautiful location
Fabulous few days stay at Prince cottage for our 3 generation party. The downstairs bedroom and en-suite was perfect for my 83 year old mother. The accommodation was clean, comfortable, well equipped and perfectly located for a visit to Oxford and the Cotswolds. Just what we needed after a difficult few weeks.
Lisa V.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Vicky E.
23 June 2021
Lovely stay
Overall a great stay.
For us it would have been good to know that due to the thickness of the barn walls, there was no phone/text reception.
New pillows and duvets are needed.
Also new kitchen utensils.
Vicky E.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laurence J.
7 Dec 2020
Excellent Stay
Travelled here for work for a two week job with 4 others
The Prince barn is extremely spacious and clean, the under floor heating was a nice touch aswell
Would definitely recommend this place
Lovely Stay
Laurence J.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Donna-marie H.
26 Oct 2020
My Stay
Prince Barn delivered on all fronts. Andrew was especially accommodating and the accommodation had everything we required. Great area from which to explore the surrounding countryside. Thoroughly enjoyed staying here and would highly recommend it.
Donna-marie H.
About the host
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