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Beautiful Country Retreat with Hot Tub close to Oxford

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
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A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a skylight above the dining area.
A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, two bar stools, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A patio area with a pebble path leading to a seating area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Abingdon, ENG
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Harcourt Hill Campus
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kassam Stadium
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Beautiful Country Retreat with Hot Tub close to Oxford

Fabulous open plan room with high ceilings and striking amount of light. Modern entertaining kitchen\dining space with comfy lounge and entertainment/media area. Views over open countryside from relaxing private patio garden with Hot Tub. Big social table for eating in but If you don't fancy cooking take a 15 minute stroll to the Gastro Pub down the road or 5 minute drive to the other local gastro pub.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs (limit 1 total)
All pets need prior arrangement with extra fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please put recycling without any bin liners in large green bin. Food waste must go in small green bin and general waste goes in black bin.
Hot tub - make sure level is left above filter, hose is in flower bed adjacent tub. Make sure a new tablet is put in hot tub if it has all absorbed
Leave keys in patio doors and return entry key to under lid in coffee table outside.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Primary renter must be a guest
Longer stays of more than 2 weeks would need maintenance of the hot tub at an extra cost of £50 per week thereafter.
Cleaning arrangements for longer stays over 2 weeks can be arranged at an extra cost.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2712017vb
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Abingdon

Located in Abingdon, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at River Thames and Wittenham Clumps, while New Theatre Oxford and Oxford Playhouse are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Iffley Road Track or Kassam Stadium.
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Boars Hill, England

What's nearby

  • Thames Path - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hinksey Heights Golf Course - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Harcourt Hill Campus - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Kassam Stadium - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • University of Oxford - 12 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon Radley Station - 8 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fox - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪BMAN Brewery & Taproom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bystander - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Boundary House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Ethos - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Country Retreat with Hot Tub close to Oxford pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Beautiful Country Retreat with Hot Tub close to Oxford?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Country Retreat with Hot Tub close to Oxford?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Country Retreat with Hot Tub close to Oxford?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Country Retreat with Hot Tub close to Oxford located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Thames Path and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from River Thames. Christ Church College and Abingdon Abbey are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great host, house is spotless and super comfortable. plenty of space for everyone, comfy relaxing sofas and house is well-equipped. hot tub great size but struggles to get over 37 and a couple of the mattresses may need replacing soon. lovely location for walks and peace and quiet. overall highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oxford Get-away

Overall, really nice accommodations. Very convenient to Oxford, 15 mins to main area. Only comment, is that the showers were a little tight.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place to stay close to Oxford and other sites!

This was a great place to stay if you want a quiet place in the beautiful countryside - plenty of space to spread out with a family of 6! We loved using the hot tub after long days of sightseeing. It was a great location for hopping into Oxford (10-15 min.) and to drive over to Windsor castle and Stonehenge. The train is about 10 minutes away to make day trips to London! Great place for a group or family! Plus there are a couple pubs with good food just a couple minutes away or lots of restaurants in Oxford.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect. Very clean and had everything you needed. Lovely garden area with hot tub and the house was located in a central position to Oxford. Sian was a lovely host. Will defo be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you Michelle we will be happy to have you and your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

All worked out very well
Stayed 76 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This is a nice holiday home however there were a few things that were annoying such as ,awful saucepans that had the non stick flaking off, and half of them didn't work on the induction hob! Hooks in the bathroom fell off when lifted the towels as it wasn't screwed in properly. The single beds weren't made up so I had to do them and the double bed slats were jumping all over the place , which I fixed to secure. The battery lights weren't working and the fire stick didn't work even when new batteries were put in. Only one shower mat for 2 shower rooms and the older rundown shower room isn't shown in the photos. However, the area is nice and the hot tub is a bonus and the owner responded really quickly to queries. I would stay again if it was cheaper as it is really over priced. lovely walks across the road into the wood were good .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for highlighting both the positives and areas needing attention. We’re pleased you enjoyed the location, woodland walks, hot tub, and our responsiveness during your stay. We’re sorry for the maintenance and housekeeping issues you experienced. This is not the standard we aim to provide, and the cookware, bed fittings, bathroom fixtures, and missing items have been reviewed and addressed with our team. We appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention, as it helps us improve the experience for future guests.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
On arrival the rooms were cold. Host had only just put thermostat on prior to our arrival and the rooms took a few hours to heat, some radiators did not work throughout our stay. Dishwasher had been left for us to unload.Cleaning was not to a good standard resulting in us hoovering some rooms ourselves. TV stopped working due to batteries in control running out at 9pm and on calling the Host we were told that we would have to go out and get batteries ourselves or wait until the morning. also the radiators which were not working could not be dealt with until the next day (we were only there for 3 days)! The Host then went on to say that we had not paid alot of money for the Cottage since it normally rented for alot more! We had paid a substantial amount of money. There was no flexibility with early check in and late check out. In the end we checked out 1 hour late and had to pay the Host payment in cash. The showers are very small and water pressure was very poor also no floor towels provided. We were also told that, if the hot water ran out it was because we were showering for too long.The kitchen/living space and garden/hot tub were the best parts of the accommodation.Unfortunately, due to the issues mentioned above and the Host's attitude and rudeness we would not stay here again or use Vrbo again.For the inconvenience which we were caused we would have hope that the Host would have offered us the late checkout payment back as a gesture of goodwill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry some aspects of your stay did not meet expectations and appreciate the chance to clarify a few points. Your reservation was for two nights with standard check-in and check-out times. Requests for early arrival and late departure would have extended occupancy significantly, which wasn’t possible due to cleaning and changeover schedules. The late checkout fee reflected the additional time in the property. We regret that the property took time to warm up and that two radiators did not function as they should. Had we been able to access the cottage sooner, we would have addressed this during your stay. We also apologise that the dishwasher had not been emptied and that some cleaning fell below our usual standard — this has been raised with our housekeeping team. Guidance on hot water usage is provided as the system is domestic rather than commercial. We’re pleased you enjoyed the main living space, garden, and hot tub. While we’re sorry this stay did not meet your expectations, pricing, stay duration, and access times were in line with the booking terms agreed at reservation. We wish you well in your future travels
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
大変広く、設備も問題なかったです。子供と滞在しましたが、ジャグジーや、ミニビリヤードなど、楽しむことができました！車があればとても便利で、オックスフォードやコッツウォルズなどいろんなところに行くことができるでしょう。ヒースロー空港までも1時間くらいです。歩いて行けるところにイギリス料理のレストランがあり、とても美味しいしフレンドリーでした。
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sian Lewis

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I have lived in Oxford most of my life. I love this beautiful city and can help you get to know it and get around. I have been renting out holiday properties for 20 years and being a great traveller myself I have got to know what works as a longer term or even a weekend short let..

Why they chose this property

Oxford is a small city and Bayworth sits on the edge of it with easy access to the city centre and to Blenheim and the Cotswolds.

What makes this property unique

Very private quiet location but easy to reach everything with a short car/tax ride. Lovely private garden, with hot tub and plenty of sociable space.

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English
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