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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 461 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
  • Place, Chipping Norton Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chipping Norton Leisure Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Blenheim Palace
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Charming and modern dog friendly holiday cottage - The Old Sweet Shop

The Old Sweet Shop is a delightful Cotswold holiday cottage which sleeps four guests (see Finer Details), in two cosy bedrooms, with a family bathroom. A pleasing cottage steeped in history with beautiful exposed brickwork and hidden historic features throughout, a modern kitchen and colourful interiors perfectly complementing the original features. A warm, welcoming sitting room lies waiting for guests to enjoy; with a pleasant log burner, homely furnishings and a selection of games, it is the perfect setting for an evening with friends and a glass of wine. Outside, a fabulous tiered courtyard awaits you and your four-legged friend, as The Old Sweet Shop is dog friendly!

Accommodation
This two bedroom holiday cottage in Chipping Norton is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting room
Exposed stone walls, wood burner, TV with Apple TV box, two-seater sofa, armchair, bar, chair and selection of board games
Mezzanine office area with desk and stool

Kitchen/dining room
Electric oven with hob, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge with freezer compartment, coffee machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, cafetière and four-seater dining table

First Floor

Master bedroom (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, armchair, wardrobe, dressing table and stool

Family bathroom
Bath with overhead shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
4ft double bed, clothes rail, bedside table and raised child's bed suitable for children aged between 3 and 6 years old (access via ladder)

Outside
Patio, raised decking area, bistro set, foldable dining table and six chairs

The Finer Details
The maximum occupancy for this property is 4 guests, though the number of adults per booking is capped at 3. 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)
Bed linen and towels are provided
On street parking available close by
1 Tripp Trapp chair and 1 stair gate are available on request. Travel cots are not provided, so guests will need to bring these with them
2 dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs (please note dogs are not allowed in the upper garden)
Free WiFi
Mobile phone reception varies depending on provider
TV with Apple TV box
Enclosed garden
Gas central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove from October to April only
Please note there are steps between rooms on the ground floor
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
The child's bed is only suitable for children aged between 3 and 6 years old
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

Pets allowed
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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
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

Located in Chipping Norton, this cottage is in a rural area. Chipping Norton Museum and Wellington Aviation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Blenheim Palace and Rollright Stones. Travelling with kids? Consider Chipping Norton Leisure Centre and Fairytale Farm.
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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • Chipping Norton Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chipping Norton Leisure Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fairytale Farm - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Rollright Stones - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 24 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Kingham Station - 10 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Swan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Chequers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Kingham Plough - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pear Tree Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming and modern dog friendly holiday cottage - The Old Sweet Shop pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming and modern dog friendly holiday cottage - The Old Sweet Shop?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming and modern dog friendly holiday cottage - The Old Sweet Shop on 1 June 2026 start from AU$363, 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.

What time is check-in at Charming and modern dog friendly holiday cottage - The Old Sweet Shop?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming and modern dog friendly holiday cottage - The Old Sweet Shop?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming and modern dog friendly holiday cottage - The Old Sweet Shop located?

This family-friendly Chipping Norton cottage is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Chipping Norton Museum and Chipping Norton Leisure Centre. Fairytale Farm and Chipping Norton Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect stay

The cottage was amazing, extremely clean and the hosts had provided everything you would need. Also a great location, a short drive from many towns
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely stay

The old sweet shop is a great place to stay. Very comfortable with plenty of space and everything you could want. We really enjoyed the charm of the building. Only downside is parking and although we parked through the alleyway on the very wet days was a little annoying but manageable. But would still book again for the charm and comfort of the cottage.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Greg C.

A Nice Getaway

We enjoyed our stay at the Old Sweet Shop. It is in a nice part of the Cotswolds. Parking is a bit of an issue
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely stay at the old sweatshop cottage

We had a great stay in this well equipped cottage, no parking outside but just a 5 minute walk away we could park for free. It was very comfortable with a sweet little garden.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Belinda W.

Fabulous Period Property In A Great Spot

This gem of a property was perfect for our Cotswold weekend and we had a great few days in Chipping Norton. From a great App (accessed via a QR Code) or an alternative written guide, via the Guest Book we got to know all about the property and the area. A lovely locally baked cake and some milk were waiting for us too. Really well equipped in the kitchen and a lovely garden this property was fabulous.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Well needed break

The property was lovely. Very cozy. Well located.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

A wonderful snug for a Cotswold break

Great location, especially with guidance on where to park. Loved the house, was comfortable, stylish and new, felt like a home from home. We had a great time :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The sweetest

Perfect location for a fab girls weekend with there being 3 of us and a 8 month old dog there was plenty of room and had everything you could need for a short stay, with it being dog friendly but practical it was a relief with a little enclosed garden too, great little welcome pack with milk & eggs, overall a fab stay
From a partner site

8/10 Good

The Old Sweet Shop

Such a delightful little cottage not too far from the centre of Chipping Norton (a 5 minute walk). The Old Sweet Shop was a delight in itself and it was well equipped. A short walk into the town centre where you’ll find everything you need. Our only criticism of the cottage was that the kitchen bins were not emptied upon our arrival, a few “crumbs” underneath the TV and the TV itself was quite hard to phantom out but apart from that, it was faultless, albeit a short walk uphill from parking your car! Overall, I’d recommend this 100% and a very central point to visit neighbouring towns
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A lovely place to stay in the centre of Chipping Norton

We really enjoyed our 5 day stay at The Old Sweet Shop. It is within easy walking distance of the centre of Chipping Norton which is a gorgeous town and there is parking within an quick walk from the cottage. The cottage is warm and cozy and the beds are nice and comfortable, though, as we found out on our travels around the country - a UK king size is only the size of an Australian queen size - so if you are after a bigger bed, which we were, then look out for supersize kings. Plus a couple of points of feedback :- 1) some of the information in the information folder needs updating and matching to the online version eg. using the TV and how to negotiate the heating and access to firewood. Also with regards to the heating instructions - we found it quite confusing given that we don't have boiler/central heating in Australia so had to rely on Google to try and understand what-was-what in the instructions. 2) Perhaps more regular and thorough inspections by the owners or managing agents to pick up little maintenance/housekeeping issues that the cleaners don't seem to see or report like:- - the faulty metal standard bedside lamp with its shade adrift from the stand hanging by the electrical wire (which we unplugged as it was very unsafe) and flickering LED lights in the master when using the dimmer - mould patches forming in the grout in the bathroom - only 1 toilet roll for 3 people for 5 days - things stored behind the bedhead that are gathering dust and cobwebs - lots of clutter eg. broom cupboard, out of date items/food from previous guests crowding the kitchen and bathroom cupboards and draws which were full of unopened junk mail and stuff.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Homely and comfortable - not for those with limited mobility

Compact and comfortable with most things you needed for a short break. It is on a busy road but fairly quiet overnight. Fridge rather small if you plan to cook. Not suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Car parking not ideal - short distance but steep incline back to property. House instructions are on QR Code - I didn’t find there was enough detail. Need information on TV set up. Only real problem I had was the washing machine wasn’t working. I did report this.

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