Location: Oxford, Oxford Area, England, United Kingdom, Europe (5 minutes' walk from train station and Said Business School)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
4 Upper Fisher Row, Oxford, OX1 2EZ, is a lovely terraced cottage in the heart of Historic Oxford, famed for its University and Dreaming Spires.The property is perfect for short lets, and longer stays by negotiation.
It is situated on a no-through road, off Hythe Bridge Street in the City centre, and everything of interest is within walking distance, including the University and its museums and libraries, the canal and the University Parks and Botanical Gardens. Oxford has a historic Covered market and an open air market which is held twice a week within 5 minutes of this house.
There are 2 double bedrooms, with 4'6" beds each, and one twin room. There is also a separate study that can be used for a baby in a travel cot, otherwise it has a desk and a view over the garden. The sofa bed in the living room is great for emergency extras. There is a bathroom with shower over on the first floor and a shower room on the ground floor as well, both with WC.
The river flows in front of the house and also the 'cut' of the canal where the House Boats moor up, and to the rear is a stream, which is at the bottom of the garden. If you type the postcode into googlemaps 'my street view' you can see the area in detail and will recognise the view. It will also demonstrate how convenient the location is for the town centre, station and all amenities.
There are restaurants in Oxford serving food from around the world (Thai, Indian, Chinese, French, Italian, Mexican etc.) and to suit all price ranges, from bistros to Raymond Blanc's Brasserie, and Quod in the Old Bank Hotel. A rickshaw from OxonCarts (Google them) can take you to the charming Cherwell Boathouse restaurant where, in the summer, students and visitors alike hire punts to drift up the Cherwell river, (Cherwell to rhyme with Harwell).
Blenheim Palace and Historic Woodstock can be reached by bus easily from the town centre, and Stratford-upon-Avon is an hour in a car. There are car rental companies fairly centrally located, in Osney Mead.
London is only an hour on a direct train service and the station is less than a 5 minute walk from the front door. Oxford boasts classical music concerts, theatre at the Playhouse and the New Theatre as well as the Literary Festival held in the spring and Art weeks held in May where local resident artists hold open studio sessions.
The House is well equipped with the option of extra bodies on a Habitat sofa bed in the living room.
We hope you have a wonderful stay in this beautiful city, and can give any help and advice on things to see and getting around.
Babysitting may be arranged.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Water View: River Thames is at the end of the street and can be viewed from two bedrooms
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In Pounds Sterling)
Low season ... £160/night (3 night minimum)* .. £780/week 6-7 nights
High season .. £180/night (3 night minimum)* .. £900/week 6-7 nights
High season 2009 Jun 19–Sep 18, Dec 11–Jan 9,2010
April 1, 2010 - September 17 2010,
Weekend rates: 2night Fri/sat low season £200pn, high season £230pn
*supplement £30 per night for 1 or 2 night stay.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Why the Owner Chose Oxford
We bought the house for my kids when they were at University here in Oxford and then didn't want to sell it as it is such a fabulous location, and it seemed it would be more fun (tho more work) to do holiday lets than student lets, as Oxford is a wonderful city that is very low on nice central self-catering accommodation. Divide the rent between 6 and it is fantastic, with all the independence you can have...
Property Photos
- Front of house - Oxford Vacation House Rental, Walk to University, Museums and Libraries.
- Living room with Dining area for 6 - Oxford Vacation House Rental, Walk to University, Museums and Libraries.
- First-floor front bedroom - Oxford Vacation House Rental, Walk to University, Museums and Libraries.
- Twin bedroom, top floor
- Kitchen with access to fenced garden
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #217774
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Date last modified - October 07, 2009
