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Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.

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Exterior
The Garden
Living Room
Living Room/Kitchen
Second bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.

Set in the courtyard of our own home, but completely separate and private, Gadbury Cottage is cosy and very comfortable whether your choice is for a winter or summer break. It offers an ideal location to discover Oxford and the nearby attractions of Oxford City, Blenheim Palace, Shotover Park, Waterperry Gardens, Otmoor nature reserve, the Chilterns and Cotswolds Hills. Wheatley has all the facilities to meet your immediate needs - 2 foodstores, baker, coffee shop, post office, bank and choice of restaurants and pubs. The village has a long history through it's location on the main coaching route from London to Oxford - it was once descibed as the most agreeable stopping place between Beaconsfield and Woodstock. Today it's transport links are still excellent being just 2 miles from the Thornhills Park and Ride and a similar distance from the M40. There are regular bus services to Oxford and to Haddenham/Thame train station. Central London is c53 miles and Heathrow c45 miles, both have good public transport links.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

You need to know

Property # 8161502
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Oxford

Located in Oxford, this cottage is in a rural area. Oxford Castle and Blenheim Palace are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bicester Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oxford Greyhound Stadium or Temple Cowley Pools.
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Wheatley, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • Waterstock Golf Club - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Barton Leisure Centre - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • C.S. Lewis's Grave - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Shotover Country Park - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Waterperry Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Islip Station - 15 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn Wheatley - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms Pub - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Shotover Country Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Waterperry Gardens. The Raymond Blanc Gardening School and Exciting Game are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 308 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 308 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 308 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay again! So pleased to be back in this wonderful cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The only thing that let it down was the bathroom, extremely small not as clean as i would like.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cottage. Warm , comfortable & welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay easy to get around bus into Oxford no problem
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage safe parking ideal for two clean comfy beds warm water heating super nice and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage , we found it easily. Clean and tidy , had all we needed with the exception of a tea towel but I’m sure if we’d asked that would have been fourth coming. Plenty of logs etc for the fire, which we made the most of just because we don’t have one in our flat. Heating is perfectly adequate. Comfortable bed, plenty of storage if staying longer. Bus stop 2 minutes away to get into Oxford which we used everyday. Lovely bakery, coffee shop and co-op in village. Over all a peaceful and enjoyable weekend.
Cottage
The much enjoyed fire
Oxford
The botanic gardens oxford
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maren G.

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

Nice and comfortable cottage in a nice village

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

Another brilliant stay

Have stayed here numerous times and is always amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Wonderful in Wheatley

Lovely place to enjoy outside of Oxford. Comfortable accomodation - highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Fantastic

This by far is one of best Vrbo’s we have stayed at. Very charming cottage. Will look to stay here next time in area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky cottage in a great location, just ideal for our break to explore Oxford and the surrounding area.Was nice to have the owners on hand for any help and advice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milly C.

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

Lovely stay

We went to Oxford to have a calm city break and we definitely got that! The property was beautiful and in a very calm area with lovely pubs and walks :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

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

A great stay!

We will definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

A lovely place to stay

A lovely place for a relaxing break.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jochen H.

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

Pleasant stay

Nice and cozy cottage, easy check in and out, friendly hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet R.

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

visit Oxford

Good location and facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

r t.

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

Excellent short break

Lovely cottage and in a great location for visiting the surrounding area, with great bus service to get into Oxford. Will definitely return to this great accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

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

Great stay In Wheatley

Lovely village to stay in and very convenient to travel to and from Oxford
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Another great stay...

We have enjoyed stays at The Granary many times and it feels like our home from home whilst overseas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander G.

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

Lovely Stay

Overall really happy with the property, it was a lovely stay in a cosy feeling cottage which was well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was attending our daughters graduation, perfect for getting into Oxford.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

Brilliant stay as always..

This was our 5th stay and can’t wait for 6th!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol Y.

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

Fantastic

Beautiful place. Nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

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

Wonderful stay yet again!

Hoping to be back very soon..
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Birthday short break

Lovely barn, perfect location for Oxford and Bicester.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Jenny Steele

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My husband and I have recently retired and now have the time to focus our attention on our two holiday cottages. Between holiday lets we spend as much time as possible in our cottage in Devon as we love the area of the South Hams. We are also delighted to enable people to enjoy the wonderful City of Oxford and surrounding area whilst staying at our cottage in Wheatley.

Why they chose this property

Proximity to Oxford and convenient village location.

What makes this property unique

Easy access to the City of Oxford with its many attractions, yet set in peaceful village location with lovely countryside roundabout and excellent places to enjoy walking.

Languages:

English

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