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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews
1 Customer Review
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"My wife and I have just returned from a 4 day stay at Willowdale run by the lovely Rachael &Dave."
Upon arrival we had a warm welcome and we were blown away by how beautiful the shepherds hut and surrounding area was. You have everything you need in the shepherds hut it was truly magical and a good nights sleep had by all. We are in the process of booking back up for Christmas highly recommended. Regards Andrew & Diane
Summary
- Single-storey
- Studio-style layout with double bed with Smart TV, kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove
- Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
- Electric air source heat pump
- Electric combi oven, induction hob, fridge, kettle, toaster
- Smart TV, Superfast WiFi
- Fuel and Power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for 2 cars
- Enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture, fire pit, and gas barbecue
- One well-behaved pet welcome (with an additional charge of £25)
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop and pub 1 mile
- Note: If you wish to bring a second pet, this must be requested beforehand
- Note: Natural pond in the garden, please supervise children and pets
- Note: The owner can provide horse stabling, please contact the owner for details
The property
Witney 7.2 miles.
Willowdale is a charming shepherd’s hut situated in a secluded setting on Tawney’s Farm, Oxfordshire, between Witney and Oxford on the edge of the Cotswolds.
Admire the beauty of nature with views of the surrounding countryside, and a private garden to enjoy with your well-behaved four-legged friend if you wish.
With access to the Thames path walk just a few metres away, and a choice of a few local pubs within a miles reach, Willowdale is ideal for a romantic getaway, or an individual taking an opportunity to unwind and explore this idyllic spot.
The property has been cleverly designed to provide a spacious yet inviting living area, with a woodburning stove and a fold-down table and chairs to dine with views of the owner’s horses trotting by and sheep grazing in the fields.
Immerse yourself in the serene landscape, which can be appreciated from the double bed for those not wishing to watch the TV, which is installed to be also enjoyed from the living space.
As well as all the mod cons in the kitchen, the fairy lights provide a welcome ambiance in this perfect base to get away from the world.
The dining table can be folded away and the bench seat can be extended to sit in front of the stable door, which can be opened to view the willow tree and beyond to the pond with its nesting moorhen where a kingfisher also visits.
The bathroom has a full-sized shower cubicle and lovely hot water, the perfect place to start or end the day.
Outside, there is a seating area with a barbecue, table, chairs, and a firepit for those alfresco evenings as Willowdale has a fridge, combi oven, and all the amenities required to cook the perfect meal.
If you can tear yourself away from this tranquil spot, there is an array of attractions nearby; from Bicester shopping village to the Cotswold Wildlife Park, and of course, all of the Cotswold picture-postcard villages within a short drive.
Willowdale promises you the most relaxing retreat in nature’s paradise.
Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1050961 and 1050968, together sleeping up to 10 guests.
Tawneys Stable Cottages
Enjoying a rural and isolated position amidst the beauty of West Oxfordshire’s countryside are a pair of former stables, Kingfisher (1050968) and Swallows (1050961) which were transformed in 2020 into elegant holiday accommodations, and Willowdale (1161543), the newest addition, a charming shepherd's hut with idyllic views of the willow tree and beyond to the pond. Located a few miles from the West Oxfordshire market town of Witney and situated on the edge of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, these are the ideal properties for couples, families or groups of friends who like to be energetic, delve into a bit of culture or just simply relax and watch time go by on the farm. Drive through the historic village of Stanton Harcourt, scattered with thatched estate cottages, continue down a long private tree lined drive leading to the tranquil, unique and rural setting of Tawneys Farm, where you will find “Swallows”, “Kingfisher” and "Willowdale". The Old Stables have been awarded funding, for places to stay from which to explore the beautiful local countryside, by Oxfordshire LEADER the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development: Europe investing in rural areas. If you can tear yourself away from this superb retreat, venture into the bustling village of Eynsham, where the narrow streets and main square contain a family butchers, a traditional pub and a shop for picking up the essentials. Whilst staying here, be sure to visit The Harcourt Arms in Stanton Harcourt, where you will find a superb restaurant and an outstanding deli, selling a quality selection of fresh fruit, veg, meats, beers and wines. Also, make a stop off at the Red Lion pub in Northmoor, which is a community pub, providing excellent meals using locally sourced produce. Immerse yourself in your surroundings further, by walking the Thames Path, or head to the magnificent Thames River, where you can hire paddle boats or enjoy punting for a unique experience. For a taste of history and culture, visit Blenheim Palace, a World Heritage Site with over 300 years of history to discover or head to the city of Oxford, the city of dreaming spires, the Bodleian Library, the Botanic Gardens and a plethora of museums. Those visiting with younger guests can spend the day at Millets Farm, where you can pick your own fruit, visit the farm animals or spend fun-filled hours at the play farm as well as enjoy the amazing food shop. With so much to see and do in Oxfordshire with your partner, family or groups of friends, this may be the place for you.
About the location
WITNEY
Oxford 14 miles; Bibury 17 miles; Bourton-on-the-Water 17 miles; Stow-on-the-Wold 17.5 miles
This historic market town lies on the banks of the River Windrush in Oxfordshire. Placed on the northeastern fringes of the Cotswolds AONB, Witney is a superb base for those looking to explore this scenic region. The bustling streets are lined with stunning stone buildings hosting a range of pubs, restaurants and cafés of the highest order. Cogges Manor Farm is a unique experience for all the family to enjoy. Enjoy demonstrations, tours and animal feeding at this unique manor house. On the outskirts of Witney, find Witney Golf Centre and the Crocodiles of the World zoo. This is an excellent place for holidaymakers of all ages. Oxford is a spectacular city close by, lined with towering architecture and a wealth of attractions. The Cotswolds is an expanse of rolling countryside, dotted with a series of quaint villages and market towns. Stow-on-the-Wold, Moreton-in-Marsh and Bourton-on-the-Water all boast quirky cottages and delightful cafés and eateries. Lovers of walking and cycling will be in heaven in this location, with plentiful attractions surrounded by scenery.
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This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas