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Charming family friendly property in the Cotswolds - The Haven

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The Haven - StayCotswold
The Haven - StayCotswold
The Haven - StayCotswold
The Haven - StayCotswold
The Haven - StayCotswold

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Charming family friendly property in the Cotswolds - The Haven

The Haven is a much loved Cotswold holiday home which sleeps four guests, in two inviting bedrooms, with one bathroom. This duplex apartment is laid out across the first and second floor of a beautiful Grade II listed building dating back to the 18th century. Many of the charming period features have been retained with exposed wooden beams, high ceilings and stunning sash windows throughout. The spacious sitting room boasts ample seating areas with sumptuous sofas and pretty window seats, ideal for relaxing after a long day exploring the diverse array of attractions across the Cotswolds. On warmer days, the private patio makes for a lovely spot to soak up the sunshine. Furnished in a contemporary yet comfortable style, The Haven is perfect to share with family or friends, living up to its name, providing a true haven in bustling Chipping Norton!

Accommodation
This two bedroom holiday home in Chipping Norton is ideally suited for a family break or get together wth friends to explore the many charms of the North Cotswolds. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

First Floor
The Haven is accessed via an external staircase

Sitting room
Two three-seater sofas, large sash windows with window seats, Smart TV with apps (account holders only) and bookcase with selection of books

Kitchen/dining room
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, washing machine, dining table seating four and door leading to terrace

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
King size bed (can be two 75cm wide single beds on request)

Cloakroom
Loo and basin

Second Floor

Primary bedroom (Sleeps 2)
Super king size bed (can be two single beds on request), chest of drawers, two chairs and mirror

Family bathroom
Bath with handheld shower attachment, walk-in rain shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail

Outside
Roof terrace with bistro table seating four

The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is 4 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 1 additional infant (aged 2 or under)
Please note the Chipping Norton Mop Fair takes place on the high street outside the property over the 3rd week of September. However, we would recommend checking the exact date ahead of placing your booking
Bed linen and towels are provided (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic)
Off street parking is available for up to 1 medium sized car
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 is generally good
Smart TV with apps (guests to use their own login details)
Roof terrace
Gas central heating system
This two storey apartment is accessed via external metal steps which can become slippy in wet weather
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...
Events are not permitted without prior consent
A security deposit 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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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11361691
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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Chipping Norton

Chipping Norton is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Spiceball Country Park and Rousham House and Gardens, while Chipping Norton Museum and Wellington Aviation Museum are cultural highlights. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and Chipping Norton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • Chipping Norton Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chipping Norton Leisure Centre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fairytale Farm - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Rollright Stones - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 26 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Kingham Station - 12 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chequers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Crown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Sun - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pear Tree Inn - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming family friendly property in the Cotswolds - The Haven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming family friendly property in the Cotswolds - The Haven?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming family friendly property in the Cotswolds - The Haven?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming family friendly property in the Cotswolds - The Haven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming family friendly property in the Cotswolds - The Haven located?

Situated in Chipping Norton, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Chipping Norton Museum and Chipping Norton Leisure Centre. Chipping Norton Golf Club and Fairytale Farm are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and clean

We stayed for two nights with our family of four (one 10 month old and one three year old) and were very comfortable in The Haven. The stairs up to the unit, as well as the stairs to the bathroom and second bedroom were quite narrow, but luckily our eldest was able to maneuver them without problem. Everything was as depicted in the photographs and everything was nice and clean upon arrival. Overall, we had a great stay and would gladly stay here again were we to return to Chipping Norton. There are nice pubs, cafes and shops within walking distance from the unit, and the parking spot was a relief to have.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Pleasant stay

The apartment couldn’t be in a better location and is a great space for two couples. Comfy sofas, relaxed open plan, great location to get to all parts of the Cotswolds. The only thing I would note is the noise level at night/morning due to location. As it’s a gorgeous period building the windows are single glazed and being on the main high street/route through there was really loud traffic noise most of the night, if you’re a light sleeper I would take this into consideration, I’d also say the main bedroom bed was not the most comfortable and the pillows are super thin, so if these aren’t replaced I’d recommend bringing your own.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place, a home from home

We loved the Haven, so cosy and homely. Perfect location, the only negative is the car park very hard to get in and out but we managed it. Would 100 percent book again. Thankyou The Winsers xx
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2025
Thank you Melissa for your review of The Haven. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be cosy, homely and in a perfect location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Great holiday

We had a great stay in this very clean and comfortable property. It was well positioned for all the local pubs and eateries in the evening.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2025
Thank you Sarah for your review of The Haven. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be very clean, comfortable and in a good location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit to the Cotswolds

Enjoyed our winter visit to Chipping Norton, staying at the Haven just off the high street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
Thank you Maria for your review. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Take a small car

The place once we found it was lovely. Spotlessly clean and as described. Directions should state that the entrance mentioned is to the back of the property and not from the high street. Even using what three words we were not originally directed that way. A good old fashioned description would help. The parking space is down a tight lane. If you have a large car don’t even attempt parking there as the turning circle is small. The lock to from street entrance was broken, it would open from the property side but not the street. We checked and the latch wasn’t moving when using the outside handle, this was reported so will hopefully be fixed for the next visitor. The Blue Boar opposite is a great pub if that’s what floats your boat.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

Excellent

Lovely apartment, excellent provisions, great location and very clean. Will definitely come back and stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Haven stay

Had a lovely weekend . Great restaurants nearby and the accommodation was so perfect , couldn’t recommend more !
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2024
Thank you Georgina for your excellent review of The Haven. We are delighted to know that you had a lovely weekend at the property. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent home from home

The Haven was a perfect stay for 2 friends; great location right on the high street with all the essential amenities on your doorstor, immaculately clean and tidy on arrival with some thoughtful extras supplied and overall good value for money. We would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2024
Thank you Caroline for your review of The Haven. We are pleased to read that the property was a perfect place to stay with friends and was in a great location right on the high street. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

The Haven

Lovely two bedroom accommodation in ideal location. Particularly enjoyed the window seats overlooking the street. The only drawback was the outside steps up to the front door which we found difficult, probably due to our age!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2024
Thank you Roger for your review of The Haven. We are delighted you found the property to be lovely and in an ideal location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for touring the Cotswolds

Central to Chipping Norton & close to main areas of the Cotswolds. Apartment was clean & tidy & warm enough. Well equipped.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2024
Thank you Michael for your review of The Haven. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be clean, tidy and in a perfect location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Zaira P.

Beautiful apartment, just what we were looking for

My partner and I had the most wonderful stay at The Haven. The moment we arrived we felt at home. The apartment is in the perfect area to explore the northern and central part of the Cotswolds, with just a 20 minutes drive to most of the places we wanted to visit. The space was much bigger than we anticipated, and was equipped with everything that we could've needed. Thank you for such an enjoyable and relaxing stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2024
Thank you Zaira for your review of The Haven. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to have a homely feel, to be spacious and well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Silverstone

My son and I stayed for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone which is an easy drive along the back roads. The Haven was very clean and provided all the amenities we needed. There are several good restaurants and pubs in town and nearby. I appreciated the extra touch of a small carton of milk in the fridge and some scones for the first breakfast. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thank you John for your review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful stay at The Haven

I'll start by just saying how easy it was to book with StayCotswolds and the customer service was impeccable from start to finish of our trip. We arrived at The Haven and was delighted by the size and cleanliness of this house, the pictures don't do justice in relation to the size and comfort of this place. The location is beyond perfect, right on the highstreet with plenty of shops and eateries. It's a perfect location to be able to go on a big hike taking in the beautiful views or visit all the amazing attractions like Blenheim Palace, shopping in Oxford, diddly Squat farm, the list goes on. We are really pleased with our choice of booking provider and The Haven where we chose to stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2023
Thank you Scott, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay at The Haven and do hope to welcome you back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A fabulous stay

Fabulous location. Property is very bright and airy and very clean and in lovely condition. Very clear instructions for keys. Everything in the kitchen you'd need (apart from corkscrew). Only issue is the patio and stairs. Very slippy when wet and water settles on the tiles making them even slippier. A floor squeedgy would enable guests to get rid of water.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2024
Thank you Beth for sharing your excellent 5* review of The Haven. We are delighted to read that you found the property to be in a fabulous location, it was bright, airy, clean and in a lovely condition. We will pass your feedback onto the property owner for their attention. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John W.

85/100

Excellent property having a bonus of allocated parking for one car. We found the security key number given for the passage way door of the sweet shop giving access to high street very useful. The property was very well presented particularly with the furnishings & picture displays. Terrace at the rear very useful in fine weather. Negatives would possibly be the lack of hanging facilities for clothes especially if four persons were staying in the property ( Hanging facilities in the lower bedroom but in the upper bedroom only 4 peggs ) A lot of steps within the accommodation would be a problem for those with mobility conditions.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear the property was well presented and the parking for one car was a bonus. We hope to welcome you back to the Cotswolds again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Cotswolds getaway

My parents were visiting from Australia and honestly couldn't have been happier that we came across The Haven, and the dates aligned! The location was perfect for what we wanted and needed. So close to other cotswolds locations and right in the centre of Chipping Norton. Loved the views from the windows. The house was so spacious, we loved the open living area and amount of light the place gets when sunny. Both beds were so comfy, with high bedding. Great shower pressure and the house was toasty warm during the winter. The only slight challenge was the steep stairs and slippery on wet days to enter the property for my parents being a little older, however this was all communicated prior to booking and didn't take away from our stay. Just meant we were a little extra cautious. May be an issue for less able bodies. Felt very secure. The correspondence prior to our stay and how to access the house, parking etc. was informative and timely, and provided us with everything we needed. Thank you so much for the amazing mini break in the Cotswolds! We loved everything about it and would highly recommend staying here.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2023
Thank you Aimee for your wonderful review of The Haven. We are delighted to read that the property was perfect for your family get together and have everything required for your stay in the Cotswolds. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short Stay At The Haven

We stayed at the haven from Tuesday to Friday. The accommodation is very spacious and well decorated. The kitchen is well equipped plus its location is right in the centre of Chipping Norton is ideal. It is close to Blenheim Palace and Didley Squat! It is very handy for places to eat and also a small local cinema (only 40 seats that includes two seater sofas!). The steps to access the property are narrow with a turn and VERY steep. In my opinion, anyone with a mobility issue would struggle to be able to make the climb. There is a small patio area by the front door (which can be split like a stable door which was nice) but no gate to the steps. Arrival instructions are a little confusing. If they had mentioned that vehicle access is from Albion Street it would have been a lot clearer. Also check-in time on the welcome email states 17:00 but in an un marked folder we found it states 16:00. We felt the property let itself down by not having any toilet roll holders in either of the toilets. A minor point I know but just a nice finishing touch that was missing. The smart TV does not seem to have any access terrestrial channels, but does have plenty of streaming services. The High Street is busy with traffic (you are above a sweet shop right on the High Street) but we did not notice the noise from inside the flat. The upstairs bedroom is in the roof and although the height of the room is no problem, it is high and feels airy, the doorway into the room is angled and low meaning that you MUST duck your head. The steps up to the bedroom are also quite steep as well. There is only one bathroom which is upstairs and includes a toilet, sink, bath and separate shower cubicle. There is a downstairs toilet next to the other bedroom. If I was going back to the area again would I stay here?, answer: there is no reason why I would not.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thank you Colin for your review of The Haven. We really appreciate the feedback and are glad you found the property to be spacious would stay at the property again, it is a great location! We hope you will return to the Cotswolds soon.

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