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Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy

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A row of traditional buildings with a pub and a hotel.
A small outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a table, a bottle of champagne, and a vase with flowers.
A living room with a fireplace, red sofas, a round table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a vase with dried plants.
A cozy living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a red sofa, and two framed black and white pictures.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Chipping Norton Museum

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
  • Place, Chipping Norton Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Chipping Norton Leisure Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Fairytale Farm
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Chipping Norton

Located in Chipping Norton, this cottage is in a rural area. Chipping Norton Museum and Wellington Aviation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chipping Norton Golf Club and Fairytale Farm. Chipping Norton Leisure Centre and Cotswold Falconry Centre are also worth visiting.
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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • Chipping Norton Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chipping Norton Leisure Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fairytale Farm - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Rollright Stones - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 26 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Ascott-under-Wychwood Station - 10 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Swan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soho Farmhouse - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hay Barn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Little Bell - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Chipping Norton Museum and Chipping Norton Leisure Centre. Chipping Norton Golf Club and Fairytale Farm are also within 2 miles (3 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. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Cotswolds cottage

The Smithy is a beautifully presented, comfortable, clean and homely cottage right in the centre of Chipping Norton. The location is fabulous - only a few minutes walk to the town with numerous shops and pubs. The cottage is well equipped and we particularly loved the little courtyard area with beautiful countryside views. I wouldn’t hesitate to book this place again.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2026
Thank you Anna for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautifully presented, comfortable and clean. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Weekend away

Beautiful house in a great location, parking can be an issue but they do have a parking permit for further up the street. The interior was finished to a high standard. An enjoyable stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2026
Thank you Karen for your review of The Smithy. We were delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautiful and in a great location. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place

We enjoyed our weekend break at The Smithy. Loved the location, decor and all the attention to detail in the house. We enjoyed visiting the surrounding areas too
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely holiday

This is a lovely cottage in a perfect location. Really enjoyed our stay and hoping to return in the near future.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2022
We are delighted to hear that you really enjoyed your stay at The Smithy and hope we can welcome you back soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay

We had a lovely stay at the Smithy. It was a very clean, comfortable house, with a well stocked kitchen. The location was excellent.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your excellent review of The Smithy! We are happy to hear that you had a lovely stay and we hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful retreat on the edge of town

Immaculately clean & very well-equipped. Very convenient for the town, nice pubs & restaurants. We enjoyed Alberto’s & the Blue Boar - both 5 minute walk away.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2025
Thank you Emily for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be immaculately clean, well equipped and in a convenient location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place

Apart from being in a great location the decor was lovely and everything in The Smithy was of a very good quality. There was an excellent supply of all basic necessities in the kitchen too. We were extremely pleased with our choice and had a lovely stay. Would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2025
Thank you Debbie for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be well equipped, well decorated and in a great location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

The guys staying at this property told me that this was fully equipped with everything they needed & loved the house. They would definitely stay again if working in this area.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2022
Thank you Grace for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted you loved the property and found it to be well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very lovely place to stay

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Smithy, it was newly decorated and very well done. The beds were comfy, the kitchen well equipped and the welcome pack was more than anywhere we have had before. The location was ideal for getting into town and taking the dog for a walk. It offered us everything we needed for a family weekend break.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2025
Thank you Natasha for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be well decorated, to have comfortable beds and a well equipped kitchen. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

One of the Best in the Cotswolds!

From the booking process to the stay it was probably one of the best rental cottages we have stayed in. The information given prior and during the stay was full and if any questions were had then there was always a way to find the answer. The cottage is in a fantastic location, walkable to shops, pubs and the centre of Chipping Norton and was a great base for us. The condition of the cotttage was at the higest level and would recommend to anyone who wants a base for exploring the country. I would definately stay here again!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar, 2026
Thank you Mathew for your review of The Smithy. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the cottage well-located, comfortable, and easy to navigate. It’s fantastic to know that the information provided before and during your stay was helpful and that the cottage met your expectations in terms of quality. We really appreciate your recommendation and would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage

The Smithy is a lovely little cottage, for a girls weekend away had everything we needed and spotlessly clean. Excellent location for exploring. Managed to get parked right outside but the permitted parking was literally just round the corner. Would definitely stay again
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2025
Thank you Susan for your review of The Smithy. We were thrilled to hear that you had a lovely time and the cottage and that you found it to be clean and well equipped. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend

I stayed with a few friends for the weekend. House is lovely and the location is brilliant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review Steven. We are happy to hear that you and your friends had a lovely stay at the Smithy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and lovely property - would love to stay here again

I stayed with a few friends as we weere going to an event nearby so made a weekend of it. The property was lovely and perfect for what we needed. All agreed we would like to stay again. Thanks to the hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2022
Thank you for your lovely review of The Smithy. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Stay!!

Just back from a lovely stay at The Smithy! A beautiful cottage with everything we needed. The rooms were a good size and the beds very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and the welcome pack of bread, milk & biscuits was appreciated!! We didn't have any issues with parking either, there was always a space either in the car park or on the street outside the property.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2025
Thank you Sharon for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted to hear that you found the property to be beautiful, well equipped and to have comfortable beds. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Super stay in The Smithy

Another lovely stay in The Smithy - clean, comfortable & cosy. Lovely meal in Alberto's & great Sunday roast in The Blue Boar. Couple of very nice independent shops for gifts, jewellery or to treat oneself. We'll be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec, 2024
Thank you Pat for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted to read that you had another lovely stay at the property. It is clean, comfortable and cosy. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

Gorgeous property with a super location. The house had everything we needed and we loved our welcome package. Thank you we will definitely return. Massey Family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2024
Thank you Helen for your review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be gorgeous, well equipped and in a great location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage, great location

Three friends stayed for a weekend. We all loved the cottage. Super comfortable and well-equipped. It has all the convenience of being in town near the shops, pubs and restaurants but also great countryside walks from the door step. The Black Horse pub at Salford is well worth a visit!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2025
Thank you Susannah for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted to hear that you loved the property and found it supper comfortable and well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous cottage in a fantastic location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Smithy just after Christmas. The cottage is very homely and welcoming with a very well equipped kitchen. We appreciated the hamper and drinks provided by the owners that was a lovely touch. The cottage is right in the centre of town, so the location is faultless. The cottage was extremely clean. We really enjoyed our stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2023
Thank you Helen for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted you found the property to be homely, well equipped and in a faultless location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Fabulous Fabulous!

Beautiful place. It was spotless. The heating worked exceptionally well, the kitchen was well stocked with everything you could think of and more. The bedrooms were a great size and tastefully decorated. The beds were comfortable. The power shower was superb! We will happily stay here again. A fantastic example of how to present a holiday cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2023
Thank you for Sharon for the amazing review of The Smithy. We are so delighted that it was spotless, a beautiful place and tastefully decorated. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The Smithy

Stayed with 3 friends for a couple of nights. Great location within a very easy walk of the local shop and pubs. Very comfortable, clean and tidy. Would highly recommend. Thank you.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2022
Thank you Robert for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted that you found the property to be comfortable, clean and in a great location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect stay

The cottage was extremely well situated for exploring The Cotswolds and Oxford. The parking permit was a huge bonus as it is very limited and the information provided for the stay was very good. The cottage itself was very clean and comfortable and extremely well equipped. It would of been nice if perhaps the heating could of been on for our arrival as when we entered the property it was very, very cold and took some time to warm up but this is not a criticism in any way as our stay was perfect.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb, 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review of The Smithy. We are glad to hear that your stay was perfect, and you found the cottage to be in a great place for exploring all that the Cotswolds has to offer. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage in ideal location

We instantly felt at home in this pretty cottage. It is extremely well equipped, very clean and in a perfect location. We enjoyed a super short break after Christmas visiting Oxford and a lovely walk straight out the door to the Rollright Stones. As it is an older property, it is a little colder upstairs but there are plenty of blankets- maybe pack an extra jumper in the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan, 2024
Thank you for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be well equipped, very clean and in the perfect location. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice cottage in great location

We stayed with our 13 year old daughter for a long weekend. Nice cottage, only a couple of very minor niggles that didn’t affect our stay - the cottage is very nice but we felt smelt a little musty downstairs (especially in the kitchen/utility area, although it’s an old house so maybe to be expected) Also, we would have preferred full size bath towels, rather than the smallish ones that the cottage provides, but these are very minor points that wouldn’t put us off staying again. Overall we had a lovely stay and would recommend
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you David for your lovely review of The Smithy. We are pleased to read that the cottage was suitable for a weekend break with your daughter. I will pass your feedback onto the property owner about the size of the towels and ask them to provide larger bath towels. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Cotswolds soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A very comfortable stay

Loved The Smithy! Good communication throughout from the hosts - we were sent a message at 12pm saying it was ready for check in. We asked for a baby cot, a stairgate and a high chair and it was all set up prior to arrival. The house was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and we made many meals there. Sainsbury's was just a few minutes' walk away and there was a small farmers market on Wednesday. All in all we loved our stay and would return.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2023
Thank you Ying for your review of The Smithy. We are delighted you found the property to be very comfortable, clean and well equipped. We hope you will be back to stay again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

"The Smithy" at Chipping Norton

"The Smithy" is a very comfortable short-stay location, right in the centre of Chipping Norton. It provides ready access to an array of shops, restaurants, and pubs, with easy access to branded high-street supermarkets too. The property is a three-bedroom house, which suited our family size, with all bedrooms providing a good size. The kitchen is excellently stocked with all cutlery and china, with all facilities one would expect for cooking and catering for a small family (microwave, cooker, hob, etc). Parking is really convenient, either on the adjacent street as we did, or else, by using the parking permit provided by the Host. This was really beneficial when packing and unpacking your vehicle. We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay, with "The Smithy" with it also being really useful as a base to visit Oxford and Bicester Outlet Village, both are within easy reach.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2022
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review on The Smithy. We are delighted you thoroughly enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!!
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