The cottage and adjoining house are situated in a peaceful setting beyond the village There are attractive walks from the house along an ancient track to the next village, Yarnton or beyond to Cassington and Bladon - and the Royal Sun pub in Begbroke is a 10-15 minute walk away, as is the direct route bus to Oxford or nearby Woodstock and Blenheim Palace.
The owners of the property, Giles and Nikki, live with their two dogs in the main house and are generally on hand to welcome guests and answer any queries or questions about the old house, the area and its history and Oxford's university and city. The legend in the village is that King Charles I stayed the night in Spring Hill House on his way to Long Hanborough after being driven out of Oxford by Oliver Cromwell in 1644.
Spring Hill Cottage is located about 2km from the main A44 road that runs between Oxford and Woodstock. The property is at the top of Spring Hill at the end of a 1 kilometre farm track. You could also take the three minute drive down to the bus stop where there is free and easy parking in Spring Hill Road.
WHAT TO DO AND SEE IN THE AREA
Discover Oxford city with walking tours of the city and colleges
Discover the nearby town of Woodstock
Blenheim Palace and gardens
Walks along the River Thames (5km away) Discover the Cotswolds
Bicester Village shopping
Blenheim Palace and the Pleasure Gardens