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Nestled in the quintessential Cotswold village of Little Barrington.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6100 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Little Barrington
- Place, Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens10 min drive
- Place, Cotswold Countryside Collection11 min drive
- Place, The Model Village21 min drive
- Airport, Oxford (OXF)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Nestled in the quintessential Cotswold village of Little Barrington.
The Old Forge nestled above The Green in the quintessential Cotswold village of Little Barrington. Numerous walks with scenic visas along the Windrush valley. The Fox gastro pub just 5 minutes' walk away (drop in for a drink, meal reservations recommended). Perfect location with Burford 3.5 miles, Bourton on the Water 7.7 miles, Cirencester 15 miles, Oxford 22 miles, Daylesford Farmhouse 12 miles, Charlbury Station 11.3 miles.
Family of 6 or 5 adults. Pets welcome (dogs only)
The Old Forge forms part of the terrace of charming period Cotswold stone cottages dating from the 17th c that overlook the Green and Tight Brook, the stream that runs through the village.
Little Barrington is listed in the Domesday Book - the Great Survey completed in 1086 at the behest of William the Conqueror. It is recorded as one household with one slave. It had ploughland of '1 lord's plough team' - the amount of land that 8 oxen could plough in a year, or roughly 120 acres. Other resources included a 6 acre meadow and 1 mill valued at 3 shillings and 1 pence. The annual value to Lord Alwin (the sheriff of Gloucestershire) on the Norman Conquest in 1066 was 2 pounds. It remained 2 pounds to Lord Ralph at the time of the survey in 1086.
The Pevsner Architectural Guides (the definitive guides to Great Britain architecture) states that Little Barrington "is one of the most appealing village scenes in the Cotswolds". The Smithy (our residence next door) is called out for its 'reset' 16c features including an upper window and its entrance archway.
Family of 6 or 5 adults. Pets welcome (dogs only)
The Old Forge forms part of the terrace of charming period Cotswold stone cottages dating from the 17th c that overlook the Green and Tight Brook, the stream that runs through the village.
Little Barrington is listed in the Domesday Book - the Great Survey completed in 1086 at the behest of William the Conqueror. It is recorded as one household with one slave. It had ploughland of '1 lord's plough team' - the amount of land that 8 oxen could plough in a year, or roughly 120 acres. Other resources included a 6 acre meadow and 1 mill valued at 3 shillings and 1 pence. The annual value to Lord Alwin (the sheriff of Gloucestershire) on the Norman Conquest in 1066 was 2 pounds. It remained 2 pounds to Lord Ralph at the time of the survey in 1086.
The Pevsner Architectural Guides (the definitive guides to Great Britain architecture) states that Little Barrington "is one of the most appealing village scenes in the Cotswolds". The Smithy (our residence next door) is called out for its 'reset' 16c features including an upper window and its entrance archway.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Burford
Located in Burford, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Thames River and River Windrush, while Tolsey Museum and SOTA Gallery are cultural highlights. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and Crocodiles of the World are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Little Barrington
What's nearby
- Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
- Cotswold Countryside Collection - 11 min drive - 14.8 km
- Crocodiles of the World - 13 min drive - 12.7 km
- Arlington Row - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
- The Model Village - 21 min drive - 25.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Farmer's Dog - 9 min drive
- Fire & Wine - 14 min drive
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
- The Old New Inn - 16 min drive
- Cotswold Wildlife Park Café - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Dean Baker
Hi, I'm Dean and with my wife Antonia we are your hosts in our adjoining guest house, The Old Forge.
Why they chose this property
Our residence is next door to The Old Forge in The Smithy. We are truly fortunate to live in the Cotswolds. I was introduced to the area when through Antonia, as she has family in Burford (3 miles from Little Barrington). I enjoy having my brother-in-law & both new and long-term friends nearby.
Short fact...I helped my brother-in-law tidy the garden when the former owner of The Smithy & The Old Forge lived here. The refurbishment of the properties was completed by my brother's-in-law brother-in-law!
What makes this property unique
The Pevsner Architectural Guides (the definitive guides to Great Britain architecture) states that Little Barrington "is one of the most appealing village scenes in the Cotswolds". The Smithy (our residence next door) is noted for its 'reset' 16c features including an upper window and its entrance archway.
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