Superbly converted stables in beautiful countryside

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Ipsden, Oxfordshire

Thames Path10 min drive
Oracle23 min drive
University of Reading24 min drive
London (LHR-Heathrow)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The property is located in one of the Chiltern Hills most beautiful valleys in a quiet rural setting. Originally built as a wing to spectacular 18th Century barns, the stables have been converted to a very high standard, retaining many of the original features. Well equipped, the property provides comfort & convenience whilst enjoying privacy in its own walled courtyard with vines and colourful plants. The setting is rural and peaceful with our ducks and chickens wandering freely.

The area is a walker’s paradise with the famous Ridgeway nearby for the serious or several delightful walks on the doorstep for the more casual. Also popular with cyclists.

Excellent base for touring the ancient Thames-side towns of Henley, Wallingford, Dorchester & Abingdon all within a few miles. Oxford (c12 miles), Windsor (c24 miles), London (c45 miles), Stratford Upon Avon (c48 miles), Cotswolds (c25miles). Close to rail links to London & West country, 10 miles from M4 & M40, Heathrow 28 miles. Horse riding, golf, boat hire available locally.

If you are a fan of the TV series Midsomer Murders, check out the filming locations, to see the many pretty villages that are local to the cottage!

The property is strictly non smoking.

Dogs are welcome. There is a nightly charge of £10 per dog.

Property manager

Jenny Booth

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Maximum two small dogs

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Any dog must be kept under control as ducks and chickens range freely in the surrounding gardens

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Wallingford

Located in Wallingford, this cottage is in a rural area. Wallingford Museum and Cornerstone are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Basildon Park and Henley Bridge. Travelling with kids? Consider Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary, or check out an event or a game at Henley Cricket Club. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.

Ipsden, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

Thames Path - 10 min drive
Basildon Park - 19 min drive
Royal Berkshire Hospital - 22 min drive
Oracle - 23 min drive
University of Reading - 24 min drive

Getting around

Reading Goring and Streatley Station - 14 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Ox Shed Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪The Boat House - ‬10 min drive
‪Avanti - ‬10 min drive
‪The Keep Bar & Bottle Shop - ‬10 min drive
‪The Coach & Horses - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Superbly converted stables in beautiful countryside pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Superbly converted stables in beautiful countryside?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Superbly converted stables in beautiful countryside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Superbly converted stables in beautiful countryside located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Thames Path, Thames River, and Thames Path. Wallingford Museum and St. Helen's Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David H.

13 July 2024

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

Some quiet time in the country

Well kept and organized conversion that met our needs for exploring Oxfordshire for a few days. Very friendly hosts and dogs/wildlife. Great weather and lots of things to do in the vicinity, good local pubs and walks. highly recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

dee p.

25 June 2024

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

Delightful

Beautiful, quirky little cottage. Everything we needed for a relaxing weekend

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

10 April 2024

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

Superb Cottage and location

The cottage was just perfect for a do nothing weekend. We have an elderly dog who loved the spacious garden and meadow. The cottage was just right and the hearth was a welcome addition to be lit in the evening. Location and local pubs and places to eat were excellent. Thank you so much Jenny, we’ll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bettina H.

15 September 2023

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

Relaxing on the English Countryside

We enjoyed our stay very much! Having the most amazing weather for our stay too!! We enjoyed our morning exercise in the Heath and exploring the nearby towns and pubs.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie F.

4 August 2023

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

Summer Holidays

Beatiful, cozy cottage, lovely hosst and stunning landscape.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry M.

14 July 2023

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

Happy break

Met up with old friends for a three day break. Very comfortable property, great walks and very friendly host, ducks and dog. Thank you very much.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oscar P.

7 July 2023

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

Great stay in rural England

Perfekt if you enjoy country life.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jon a.

4 May 2023

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

Beautiful stay in a rural idyll

The Stables is a fabulous play to stay, nestled in the heart of the Chilterns, with Red Kites circling in the valley. Well equipped and comfortable, it is a great base to walk from and a short drive to Henley/Wallingford with great pubs nearby too.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

14 April 2023

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

Lovely Cottage in Countryside

Perfect cottage in countryside for a short break with our grandchildren. 20 mins drive from Henley on Thames which is a beautiful town. Lovely villages round about with pubs for good food.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

L N.

28 December 2022

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

Cosy cottage in beautiful countryside

Spotlessly clean and very cosy and warm, a huge log burner and fantastically comfy beds. The welcome was warm and friendly and nothing was too much trouble for our hosts. We really felt like guests. Highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

marie c.

20 October 2022

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

Peaceful and scenic

Jenny was v helpful with good communication. The cottage is extremely well organised with everything you would need for a self catering break. The upstairs bedroom was very comfortable and spacious although the stairs were not the easiest to negotiate. The one downside is that the central heating is controlled from the main house and we did feel a little uncomfortable asking for it to be switched on in the evening.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

22 August 2022

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

Superb stay at The Old Stables

Our whole interaction with the owners of The Old Stables was superb - from booking, to communication, to arrival and the accomodation itself. We were made very welcome and the cottage was beautiful. We would definitely rebook for next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

31 July 2022

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

Mooi verblijf

Mooie omgeving, prettige eigenaar. Huisje van alle gemakken voorzien.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippa B., London, England

9 July 2022

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

Countryside base

Lovely place to stay. Very picturesque.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Boon Eng L.

8 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful garden

We absolutely love the garden, it’s spectacular. We sat in the garden whenever it’s dry and sunny outside. The property does not have heating control as it’s controlled by the main house which should have mentioned in the listing. The property is chilly and does not get much sun inside. Logs burner is provided unfortunately we couldn’t use it as we have 2 young toddlers running around. Jenny responded to our request instantly and turned on the heating for us. Overall all 4 of us enjoyed ourselves and slept upstairs instead of the downstairs.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

22 April 2022

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

Great stay in The Chilterns

Fantastic property. Great stay. Definitely would return

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian W.

5 January 2022

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

The Old Stables, Ipsden

Beautiful location and venue, with friendly and helpful hosts. The Old Stables is well equipped and very comfortable. All in all a peaceful and enjoyable stay in every way. Many many thanks to our hosts.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

2 January 2022

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

New years eve break

Fantastic break after the mayhem of Christmas. Beautiful setting peaceful and quiet.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M., Chicago

7 November 2021

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

Excellent country retreat

We had a great time at the cottage, it’s in an idyllic setting so peaceful. It was extremely well stocked they had thought of everything. Friendly hosts. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

joan m.

30 October 2021

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

Lovely cottage with special homely touches Great log fire for our chestnuts

You won’t be disappointed in the Old Stables cottage, everything was designed for a comfort stay

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandy P., London UK

26 October 2021

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

Fantastic Location

This accommodation is great value for money- its welcoming and cosy and has everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Our hosts were helpful and friendly, and we loved watching the ducks and hens as they wandered around outside. We sat out for breakfast and coffee in the secluded courtyard garden most days and have never seen and heard so many red kites and other birds of prey as we have in the last 4 days. Lovely walks and days out in Henley and Dorchester on Thames. We had intended to visit Oxford but with so many lovely smaller villages to explore we never quite got there. I would definitely recommend a stay here. This area of the country is beautiful and the location of the property is fantastic.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

25 October 2021

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

Rural getaway

Comfortable stay in a very pleasant location - clean and tidy cottage with good facilities

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie E.

10 October 2021

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

Excellent base for walking

An excellent base for walking and visiting local towns and Oxford. Highly recommended.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pauleene H.

1 October 2021

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

Beautiful quiet location

Excellent base for visiting places such as Blenheim, OXford and Bicester Village, all within 40 minutes drive.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

28 September 2021

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

Relaxing visit to a characterful property

This cottage is part of a converted stable block attached to the owners home. It is in a quiet, rural area so a car is necessary. A small courtyard garden was perfect for the dog who was fascinated by the ducks and chickens running around the garden. The owners were delightful and we couldn’t have ordered better weather. A very enjoyable visit. Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021