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Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew

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Living area
Heath Farm Overview
Outdoor dining
Walnut living room reverse angle
Complimentary cake supplied

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Massages in spa
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
  • Place, Rye Hill Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Chipping Norton Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairytale Farm
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Walnut second bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Walnut Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew

Four star, gold rated. Sleeps 2 – 4 adults. Three large comfortable sofas, one is a large sofa bed allowing two extra guests to be accommodated.
Huge single piece banqueting Elm table, solid oak bench and 6 chairs. Comfortably dines 10. Additional table can sit another 4. Solid Elm floorboards with rugs throughout cottage except bathroom which has exquisite African slate floor. Private garden with stunning views, includes hot tub, BBQ & Chiminea.

Walnut, the crowning glory is gloriously spacious for two. Boasting impressive features in a galleried open plan layout, warm and expansive, it is truly a place to indulge. When special occasions demand the best.

Walnut occupies the top two floors of the converted barn. An outside solid Oak staircase leads you into the kitchen with solid oak units and Welsh slate worktop.
Sunlight floods into the vast living area through an entire gable of elegant oak windows overlooking the courtyard. Competing for attention is the massive stone fireplace with its chimney breast towering up to the pitched ceiling of the sleeping gallery above. Exposed stone walls, oak beams, wood panelling and polished elm floor combine with the comfortable seating to create a warm and luxurious ambiance. The magnificent, slate tiled bathroom, off the living room, has a large deep bath and separate shower.

A solid elm staircase leads upstairs to the sleeping area landing in front of a magnificent stone arched window giving glorious views down to the pond and across the picturesque valley from your super-king sized bed. A second sleeping area with twin beds is accessed through the main bedroom, separated by heavy curtains.

Superior crafted, natural luxury together with our exacting standards and attention to detail ensure that Walnut offers guests a truly relaxing and pleasurable experience. As with all our cottages, Walnut has outperformed its star rating and been awarded gold by Visit England in recognition of exceptional quality.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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Property # 8776858
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Banbury

Banbury is home to this cottage. Blenheim Palace and Broughton Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rye Hill Golf Club and Brailes Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Fairytale Farm and Chipping Norton Leisure Centre.
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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • Rye Hill Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Chipping Norton Golf Club - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Fairytale Farm - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Hook Norton Brewery - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Rollright Stones - 14 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Bicester Heyford Station - 15 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soho Farmhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blake’s Kitchen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew on 1 June 2026 start from AU$807, 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 Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully crafted, open plan luxury near Great Tew located?

Set in Banbury, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Rye Hill Golf Club, Fairytale Farm and Brailes Golf Club. Chipping Norton Golf Club and Hook Norton Brewery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Another relaxing stay

Yet again another relaxing, peaceful but rather “soggy” week at Heath Farm. Enjoyed our evening hot tubs but only managed one wall this time due to the weather conditions. See you again next year.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2026
It was a particularly soggy week, but I'm glad you managed at least one walk in a rare gap in the pouring rain - it was the perfect excuse to curl up by the fire though! Kind regards
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Brilliant holiday

Brilliant holiday in beautiful surroundings. The cottages are immaculate, very comfortable, and so well presented. The family make us feel very welcome, and are on hand for anything we need.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Idyllic Setting

Beautiful location and grounds with accommodation to match. This is a very peaceful retreat
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
Thank you so much for all the wonderful positive comments! We strive to create and maintain the perfect idyllic retreat for our guests and we really appreciate the great feedback! We hope to see you again one day. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Brilliant holiday

Brilliant holiday in beautiful surroundings. The cottages are immaculate, very comfortable, and so well presented. The family make us feel very welcome, and are on hand for anything we need.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Gorgeous

A beautifully finished property, with gorgeous surroundings. The owners have thought of absolutely everything we could want or need during our stay. The gardens and games room are perfect for our family. With loads to do, we hardly left the farm at all.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Dear Jane Thank you as ever for all the wonderful reviews you bestow on us! It's extra special when we get repeat guests still giving us such high praise. It's always great to have your family stay at Heath Farm. We hope to see you again next year. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

8/10 Good

a good stop away from the city life with many things to do

I love the old cottage feel and vibes of the place. it was quiet with many activities to do and felt very private especially when we arrived on the weekday, it felt like it was only us and the owners. we enjoyed the activities like walking trails, fishing and feeding the goats. also it is quite a central location able to drive to many other activities
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a great review. It means a lot to us knowing our guests have had a lovely and relaxing time with us. In regard to the slight mark down we suspect this is due to the slightly worn hardwood surfaces in the kitchen which we plan to re-sand and treat once we have a quiet period. Please also note that it's far better value the longer you stay after a 3 night stay with it costing around £90 per night in peak season and even less in other seasons. We hope to see you again one day. Kind Regards Mon
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely wonderful

We had a great time at Heath Farm Cottages. Everything is done with such great eye for detail and we felt really welcome. We loved the evenings in the hot tub overlooking the amazing surroundings with a beautiful sunset.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie D.

Wonderful stay in the Cotswolds

Magnificent surroundings, the cottage was perfect in every way. The owners have thought of everything to make the place so inviting and warm. Nothing could have been done better, it is absolutely wonderful. Can’t wait to come back again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christian L.

A great week in the English country side!

After spending a week in London, my wife and I stayed a week at the walnut cottage with our 2 kids and it was great! The location, the staff, the accomodations (e.g.: private spa) and the overall comfort were excellent! I strongly recommend to everyone looking for quiet space to relax while still being just a short drive from nice English attractions.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Wow, what a great review! Thank you so much for sharing your experience of staying with us and we hope to see you again one day. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heaven in the cotswolds

The cottage was lovely and our hosts were most accommodating. They greet you with this spectacular cake ( I got the ginger - superb). I cook a lot and the appliances were modern and the kitchen well-equipped with every utensil you could want. Would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
What a heavenly review! Thank you so much for all the compliments and five star review. It gives us huge satisfaction when we get wonderful reviews and guests appreciate the fact that we go above and beyond the usual self catering experience. Great care and attention was put into the design and facilities we provide and it was done in a way that we imagined we would like if we stayed in a self catering property. We hope you come back to stay with us again one day. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel R.

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

The perfect weekend getaway

Walnut was so beautiful. A really special stay. Loved the hot tub, the super clean and amazing decor. Loved all the eco touches. Amazingly well kitted out kitchen and games shed. The grounds are incredible. Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for the amazing review of Walnut cottage and our grounds. It means a great deal to us when our guests appreciate all the attention to detail, cleanliness and dedication that goes into our cottages and facilities. We look forward to your return one day. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Beautiful property

Only stayed here for 3 nights wish it had been longer. The property is extremely well maintained and very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you might need to cook with. The garden and surrounding land are very pretty and I felt relaxed as soon as we got there. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thank you so much for your great review! We agree, it's always better to stay longer here as no-one ever wants to leave! It's also much better value for money per night to stay for 7 days compared to 2-3 days. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A pearl

We don't return to places, but coming here is always a delight for the whole family. Staying here is an experience and one we plan to have again.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2022
Thank you so much for the pearl of a review! It's the highest honour you could bestow on us saying you never go back to the same place except to us! We look forward as ever to seeing you back at Heath Farm. All the best The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

A perfect stay

I stayed at Walnut for 4 nights with my two children and my husband (to celebrate his birthday). Such a beautiful place with plenty to entertain the children. They loved the trampoline, the games room and the outdoor games available at the games hut. We had a bbq and toasted marshmallows in our private little garden area and spent a lot of time relaxing in the hot tub. A perfect, relaxing stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Dear Jen Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We take great pride over our cottages, grounds and facilities and it's really appreciated when we get such glowing praise! We look forward to seeing you again one day. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Romantic hide away in The Cotswolds

Heathfarm is a magical place with beautiful joinery, warmly decorated rooms, ultra comfortable, very nice fireplace all set on a tranquil wonderfully landscaped garden/woodland. The privat hottubs with breath-taking views over water and grass lands on to the hills are fantastic. Indulge your self and go I'd say.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Dear Edwin Thank you so much for your wonderful review! As a returning guest it means that bit more when we get marked so well for the service, cleanliness and condition of the cottage. Great to hear you made best use of your private garden and hot tub. We hope you return again one day. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Just fantastic

What a wonderful find ! Walnut cottage was jaw-droppingly gorgeous, so comfortable and clean, with absolutely everything thought of. The hot tub and private garden were so relaxing. The views, the animals, the gardens and especially the Orchard were equally lovely. We are already plotting a return
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2023
Wow,one of the best reviews I've read in a while! Thank you so much for all the compliments. We get great pleasure knowing our guests have had a truly wonderful and relaxing time. We do hope you return again one day. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

WOW! Stunning property

We were there for work (hired another smaller cottage as well) but wished we were on holiday. The design of the interior and the furniture are just stunning. You can see that great care has been taken with no short cuts. The bathroom is something else - just fabulous. Everyone was so helpful and attentive - making it a perfect rent, can't recommend highly enough.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2023
Dear Helen Thank you so much for such a wonderful 5 star review! We really appreciate it when guests notice all the care, detail and craftsmanship which sets our cottages apart from most. We hope you come back again but for a holiday next time! Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wedding Weekend

We had our wedding here so all the cottages were booked out for the family. Everyone was taken aback by the care and attention paid to every detail. The cottages were a delight - cosy, quiet, comfortable Everyone at the wedding said they’d be looking in to booking their own weekend away at Heath Farm; it’s immaculate and so are all the cottages.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2024
Dear Josh Thank you so much for all the compliments. We were so happy that you had such a fantastic wedding at Heath Farm and certainly one the weather didn't affect! It's also great to hear how complimentary all of your guests were about our cottages and farm. We hope to see you again one day, maybe on your anniversary? ;-) Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A return visit

We have not stayed at Heath Farm for a few years and we’re looking forward to our return. The welcome was as friendly as before and the changes they have made just adds an additional layer of luxury to an already exquisite property. Walnut is comfy and homely and the opportunity to sit in front of an open fire just completes it as the ultimate place to stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Dear Malcolm Thank you so much for the fantastic review! It's especially welcome when it's from a returning guests who's not been here for years. Hopefully it shows that not only have we been consistent throughout with our cleanliness, ethos and maintenance but also that the many new additions we've made in the past few years have all been done sympathetically and have only added to the experience. One of our guiding motto's is that we can't improve what we have but we can add to it! All the best The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family holiday

We stayed for 5 nights in Walnut Cottage & my kids didn't want to leave after that. We loved everything - games lawn, sgtand-up paddle boarding in the lake, catching/feeding fish in the lake, walking around the spacious grounds, clean & well-equipped kitchen. Only down side was the extremely hot weather in the afternoons which was out of anyone's control. Thankfully, the cottage was so comfortable we could just have a short siesta or read during the hot afternoons.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thank so so much for a wonderful family review! It was a pleasure to host your family and your boys certainly looked like they had loads of fun throughout the farm. We really appreciate the time taken to give us a five star review. We hope you return again one day, maybe in another season as it won't be so hot and there's always something new to see and experience in any season! Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic venue

It's a fantastic place to stay. Walnut is very comfortable, but be aware there are steps outside and stairs to bedrooms. The private garden area to this accommodation is a bonus, and we used the hot tub every day. Lovely walks around the 70 acres and the small lake has trout if you like to fish - also other equipment available for the water. The whole area is beautifully laid out with a rill in the courtyard and the water trickling down is very soothing. The staff and family are exceptionally kind and helpful. A quiet relaxing place to stay. Lots to do within a 30 minute drive.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2024
Dear Elaine Thank you so much for giving us such high praise! It's great to hear you were able to explore the grounds and you enjoyed the fishing plus made best use of the hot tub after exploring the local area. We hope to see you again next year, you may wish to consider Chestnut cottage next time, it's below Walnut and also has a hot tub in it's own private garden and is a fair bit less than Walnut as it sleeps 2 rather than 4. Kind Regards The Barbour Family x
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wedding party Weekend

Honestly the experience of the farm is just amazing and I cannot recommend Heath Farm enough - we stayed at Walnut and the view over the courtyard is amazing There is absolutely everything you could possibly want from weighing scales to toiletry products, pizza oven, BBQ , dressing gowns and towels and the hot tub of course Honestly such a magical place we cannot wait to return and hope to return year after year Mon and Sacha absolutely make it a place to relax and make your own whilst there
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
Dear Amy & Andy Thank you so much for your wonderful glowing review! It was an absolute pleasure to host your wedding and to have all your family stay with us in our cottages. We take great pride in providing the best possible self catering holiday cottages and are constantly rewarded by such amazing reviews. We will always look forward to sharing your wedding anniversaries from now on! Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Walnut

A beautiful, spacious cottage finished to the highest standard. Bedding was lovely. There is a huge table for entertaining. The owners have thought of everything, and provided plenty of basics, such as herbs, tea and coffee, pepper and salt, toiletries etc. They made us feel very welcome. Everywhere was immaculately clean. The grounds/gardens are excellent with lots of activities which kept us busy.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Dear Jane Your review is perfection in a nutshell! It's always great to hear that our efforts o welcome and support guests and the super high standards we set ourselves are appreciated by our guests. We hope you return again one day. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic break - will be rebooking!

We stayed in Walnut cottage, as a girls holiday for four friends. The cottage was immaculate and the owners even put fresh flowers out when we got there, picked fresh from Their garden which was a lovely touch! The grounds were beautiful and tranquil and it was such a relaxing break for us all. So peaceful which is just what we wanted. We made good use of the games room and private hot tub. We even got a local take away delivered one evening. Would highly recommend, we are already thinking about rebooking in the future!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thank you so much for the amazing review! Great that you appreciated the home grown flowers from our gardens and meadow, games room and grounds. It was lovely to host your group who all seemed to appreciate the special setting and attention to detail. Do bear in mind that it's always far better value the longer your next stay as our short break prices are based on a percentage of the weekly price and not a nightly price. Kind Regards The Barbour Family
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Another wonderful stay at Heathfarm

As a family, we returned for our 5th or it may even be our 6th visit! It was a gem of a find, once lockdown madness ended, and we cannot think of anywhere better to enjoy a family holiday. The Barbour family are always amazing in their welcome and you will find everything, and more, on hand to enjoy your relaxing stay. There are many wonderful places to visit locally but if you just want to relax and unwind there is no where more perfect. The cottages all have their own individual character and everything you need is provided. Since we first visited hot tubs have been added so you can enjoy the amazing views whist soaking in the bubbles! You won’t be disappointed and I am sure you will be return visitors like us!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
Dear Ann It's such a pleasure having your family come and stay with us on a regular basis and we always look forward to making sure there's extra little touches for you all to enjoy each time you come. We hope the addition of the new football net and Aunt Sally game were not lost on you. It was wonderful to see you all together on the games lawn playing rounders and generally making full use of the facilities on offer. We look forward to seeing you again soon. All the best The Barbour Family

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