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The Old Bakery Mollington Banbury OX17 1AY North Oxfordshire holiday home

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A traditional Tudor-style building with a symmetrical facade, black-framed windows, and a well-maintained garden with various flowers.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two leather sofas, a white fluffy rug, and a stone wall.
A traditional building with a white exterior and black trim, a stone staircase leading to a porch, and a garden with various plants and a small table with chairs.
A room with a stone wall, a wooden bench with cushions, a bed, and a window with curtains.
A building with a white exterior and black trim, featuring hanging flower baskets with various flowers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Set in a village, this vacation home accommodates 10 guests with 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a yard and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Families can enjoy nearby swimming, sailing, and fishing, while golf options support active lifestyles. The property welcomes pets and includes games for entertainment. Nearby attractions include Farnborough Hall and The National Herb Centre.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet
  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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banbury, Oxfordshire
  • Place, Farnborough Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, The National Herb Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Burton Dassett Country Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ground floor Cloakroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Old Bakery Mollington Banbury OX17 1AY North Oxfordshire holiday home

Mollington is quiet village on the County borders of Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and Northamptonshire and is 4 miles from the town of Banbury.

To ensure all bookings are on a personal level, please contact the owner Jackie for a personal speedy reply.

The village has its own church which dates from the 13th century and a pub which is said to have connections with the civil war. The house itself is full of character with its stone inglenook fireplace and a wealth of beams. It has four bedrooms, a large kitchen/breakfast room, dining room, Lounge, entrance hall and downstairs cloakroom.
The garden is enclosed with plenty of garden furniture, there is also a brick built BBQ for you to enjoy meals outside.

Booking Notes:
We sometimes allow pets but it is essential that you ask before booking.
To secure your booking you will be required to pay a deposit of 25% of the total cost (non-refundable) and the remainder within 8 weeks of the booking date. Bookings with less than 8 weeks notice require full payment at time of booking. A refundable deposit of £200 may be asked for.

This property does not have a pool.

NIGHTLY PRICES UP TO 20/12/2021
2 NIGHTS STAY £800



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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Some pets allowed please enquire
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No music to be played OUTSIDE the property and none after MIDNIGHT INSIDE. Strip the bedding before departing.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8088216
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Banbury

Located in Banbury, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tooley's Boatyard and British Motor Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The National Herb Centre and Spiceball Leisure Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Woodgreen Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at New Windmill Ground. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Farnborough Hall - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The National Herb Centre - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Burton Dassett Country Park - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Spiceball Country Park - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Upton House - 12 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Banbury Station - 9 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller & Carter Steakhouse (Banbury) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Chocolat - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Bakery Mollington Banbury OX17 1AY North Oxfordshire holiday home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Old Bakery Mollington Banbury OX17 1AY North Oxfordshire holiday home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Bakery Mollington Banbury OX17 1AY North Oxfordshire holiday home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Bakery Mollington Banbury OX17 1AY North Oxfordshire holiday home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Bakery Mollington Banbury OX17 1AY North Oxfordshire holiday home located?

This family-friendly Banbury holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Farnborough Hall and The National Herb Centre. Spiceball Leisure Centre and Woodgreen Leisure Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice weekend get away, lovely house and would definitely recommend to others
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property for a family gathering. Lovely garden with plenty of seating and table right outside the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the edge of the Cotswolds. Nice outside space with shade away from the hot summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location. Wonderful accommodation

This was just what we needed for a relaxing break for our family and friends. Lots of room, well equipped and beautiful surroundings. Close enough to Oxford for a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2023
Thank you so much for review. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. Love to see you back sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay at The Old Bakery. We were meeting family and this was ideal for 8 adults, an infant and a dog! The photos don't do this place justice! The garden is beautiful and we were lucky enough to see a bit of sunshine.I would recommend The Castle at Edgehill. Good food and great views. The pub in the village is good too but doesn't serve food. We also visited The National Herb Centre, which is just up the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much Julie , I am so glad you all enjoyed your stay. We would love to see you back. Do hope you all had a good journey home x
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would return!

Great place with a wonderful host. Had enough room for 3 families and I would highly recommend as a getaway with friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2023
Thank you so much for review. So glad it all went well
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Old Bakery

Stayed with family, easy with the dogs and the kids loved the toys
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for family meet up

What a great house, just the right amount of space for us inside and beautiful gardens to enjoy. Butterflies everywhere! Wonderful hosts who were so friendly and helpful. House was well equipped and very clean.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much for your review. We would love to see you again. Do hope you all had a good trip home
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property.

Beautiful property. Very well equipped and maintained. Jackie and Michael were a delight to deal with - they made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. The property comfortably accommodated our party of 4 adults and 5 children. We would absolutely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for your review. I am so pleased you all had a good time. Do hope we see you again x
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great find

Good communication with host/property manager, smooth check in process and good location as a base to catch up with friends/weekend in the countryside. Suitably equipped to cook meals. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weey

Jackie and Michael were very welcoming. House had everything we could possibly need. Very comfortable. Will definitely go back for another visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for your review. It would be lovely to see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a blast

very nice house and very nice owners. The only downthing about this house was the noise of the motorway.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2020
Just read review! Thank you , I am only sorry about the motorway but I am afraid the wind must have been in the wrong direction.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing dtay at the Old Bakery

So beautifully presented, imaculately clean and Jackie has thought of everything youll possibly need. Perfect for all the family. Lovely village with 2 local parks for kiddies. Only downside for us was 1 walkable pub that doesnt serve food and opens at 7pm. But everything is 5- 10min drive. Gorgeous gardens and a really enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. You were fabulous guests, please come back
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely location and perfect garden

We had a lovely weekend in The Old Bakery. Such luck with the weather so we were able to really utilise the beautiful garden. Lots of utensils and pots and pans for the amount. The cleanliness of these items wasn’t perfect but no hassle, we just washed as we went. Dishwasher provided as well so no problem.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2023
Thank you for your review, I am so glad you all had a good time. I do hope the wedding goes well and the weather is kind to you. I am sorry the cleanliness of the pots and pans was questionable, not at all sure why but I have taken what you said on board and will take care that is put right.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well-appointed cottage with period features and lots of personality

We had everything we needed, the kitchen is especially well-equipped and we did lots of cooking. The house is clearly thoughtfully put together, but some of the decor could do with updating (i.e. the victorian era marmalade poster in the kitchen has to go). The garden is stunning and perfectly maintained with beautiful flowers which really made our stay magical. Thank you to Jackie and Michael for setting us up for a perfect weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2024
Thankyou for your lovely review. I am sorry you were offended by the Victorian antique poster which has now been replaced.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic house in a great location

We booked this property to accommodate us whilst we were going to the F1 at Silverstone. We were met bang on check in time by our host Jackie who promptly gave us a tour of the house and amenities. They even went to go as far as printing off a missed ticket and bring it round later in the evening - very accomodating. We spent the afternoon in watching the Qualifying with some nibbles and cooked up a dinner for the evening. Everything we needed was available in the house. Plenty of beds available and a very comfortable living room to relax in. Unfortunately it had been raining so we couldn't enjoy the lovely garden, but there's always next year! Thanks again Jackie
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2022
Thank you so very much for your review. It is much appreciated Hope to see you all again Jackie
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing getaway

We as a family loved the property and will not hesitate to be back … we truly loved the area and great location for everything we wanted to do.. parking is fun :)
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mollington: The Old Bakery

Excellent location, good circular walks from property, Banbury's Spiceball Park is great, good local shops and all the main shops. Easy drive to venues, we had a couple of perfect BBQ's on the brick BBQ. Great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a lovely cottage

We stayed for 3 night over new year. We were a party of 2 families, 4 adults and 4 children in total. Not forgetting the 2 doggies of course! Jackie & Michael could not have been more welcoming and accommodating. The cottage is absolutely lovely and so well furnished. We had everything we could possibly need and we really enjoyed our stay. The cottage is fairly remote in terms of amenities, but that is exactly what we wanted. If you do need anything, it is a relatively short drive. We will definitely be back and can’t thank Jackie & Michael enough :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2022
Thank you so much for your lovely review and for being such super guests. We enjoyed having you, please come back and see us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice comfortable property

This was perfect for our family Christmas - five adults and four children. The house was beautifully decorated and welcoming and accommodated us all without a problem. Kind and hospitable owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec, 2021
I am so glad you had a good stay,, it would be l lovely to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pre-Christmas international family in a perfect Home for the occasion.

We enjoyed our stay enormously, was just perfect in our circumstances as one family residing in different countries + the creation by the owners of an outstanding Christmas atmosphere. We were fretted like friends, with numerous personal touches. Lovely home atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec, 2021
Thank you so much for your lovely review Claude. Very best wishes for a Happy and Healthy New Year x
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely cottage with everything you need for a quiet, country retreat

Stayed with 9 friends for the weekend. The cottage is lovely and spacious. The village is beautiful but no local shop or anything and the pub closes for a bit in the day, no food served or anything so you need to plan ahead. There’s an Aldi and Tesco 10 mins away in the car. We walked 40 mins to Cropredy and had a drink in the Brasenose Arms which was lovely. The hosts were very welcoming and showed us around. The cottage has everything you need. Only thing was the description said there were towels and a hairdryer but we didn’t see any, only hand towels in the bathrooms. The double beds are small doubles, and the singles are actually camp beds but they were comfy. Not a lot of room though if you’re above average sized. Beautiful garden area and a small drive for 3 cars. There’s also toys and things for small children if you require them. Music has to be down by 10pm and you do get a polite reminder, so if you want somewhere for a mad party this place isn’t for you. Overall a fabulous location for a relaxing weekend with family or friends and good value for money too. Great host and beautiful cottage, we had a great stay and definitely want to book again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct, 2021
Thank you for your review. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. We would love to see you back.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Difficult, but cannot recommend

This is a difficult review because the owner of the property, Jackie, was unfailingly nice and responsive, and when eg. the downstairs loo broke it was fixed immediately. The gardens are beautiful. The property itself is old fashioned, dark and dusty. It had only been superficially cleaned and there was a lot of dust and spiders etc in corners. The bedding is very old and heavy, mattresses uncomfortable. Small beds, and as many packed into each bedroom as will fit — I don’t think realistically more than 3 adults/ 3 children would be comfortable here although probably 10 beds. There were no basic supplies in the kitchen (no salt, pepper, cooking oil) and parcels for the owner piled up outside and I had to ask for them to be removed. Most importantly, and this cannot be blamed on anyone, the location of the house is not great — although a fairly large village, there is nothing to do in Mollington. No shop, no proper pub (certainly not one that serves food) and no church. In order to get anywhere, you must drive and cross over the M40 which rumbles in the background and in order to get to any nice “Cotswold” villages (Burford, Daylesford, Broadway, Chipping Campden) it’s at least 40 minutes by car. I am sorry to leave a negative review, truly. The house has potential.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lengthy review. I am only sorry you found the house and location so disappointing. It will take too long to refute all your comments so I have just picked out a few. Mattresses and bedding are a personal choice and I am sorry they did not suit you. We use Dorma because we consider it to be good quality. Incidentally ninety per cent of bookings over the last ten years have been for parties of ten and there have been no complaints about the capacity of the accommodation or the comfort of the beds.The house had had a thorough clean as usual. Supplies… It is a self catering house however I DO supply wine, sugar, coffee, tea, washing up liquid, dish washer tablets, salt etc etc (sorry you did not find it.) Location- A study of google maps might have been advisable as it shows all the villages close by with their excellent pubs serving food. It shows that the particular villages you wanted to visit were 40 minutes away so the house may not have been a wise choice for you. I am glad the bells from the 14th Century Church in the village did not wake you. It is a shame you did not find the church as it is only a few hundred yards from the Old Bakery. You do not mention the children’s playground in the village, which I know your delightful children enjoyed. I had no intention of embarrassing you Francesca by making the following comments , however your review leaves me no choice. In all the ten years of renting. I have never had the house left in such an awful state, particularly the kitchen and dining room. I found very soiled children’s underwear in the washing machine and a soiled sheet left on the clean mattress . I advise future landlords to think carefully before accepting booking from these guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend away!!

A beautiful property in a beautiful area. Jackie was a superb host! My friends and I had a great hen weekend. The house provided a perfect back drop & base :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2021
Thank you so much I am so pleased all went well and have a super wedding
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New Years stay

The Old Bakery was the perfect setting for our New Years stay. The property is spacious, clean and well-equipped. Jackie, the owner, also very kindly met us when we arrived to give us a tour. Lots of lovely walks in the nearby area and pubs for lunch. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for your review. I am so pleased it all went well.

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Rumsby

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My name is Jackie and I live locally. I have devoted ten years to converting the Old Bakery at Mollington into a family home of style and quality where you can feel comfortable and relaxed.
Your immediate contact is Michael (telephone number can be supplied) who can be called on at all times to support and advise you if required.

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