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Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy

Step into a charming retreat with its own courtyard garden for sunny brunches. Cozy up in front of the electric wood burning effect stove or explore local countryside delights.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 585 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy

Located on the corner of a peaceful street in Chipping Norton, The Smithy is a beautifully presented Cotswold stone holiday cottage, which sleeps five guests, in three well-appointed bedrooms, with a spacious family bathroom. On the ground floor, there is a characterful open-plan sitting/dining room with period features including an exposed Cotswold stone wall, wooden flooring and an electric wood burning effect stove. The stylish kitchen is well equipped for home cooking and towards the rear of the property there is a fabulous courtyard garden, perfect for brunch in the sunshine!

Accommodation
This three bedroom holiday cottage in Chipping Norton is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and eateries. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Sitting/dining room
Elegantly styled, exposed Cotswold stone wall, wooden floor and an electric wood burning effect stove, There is a large sofa which comfortably seats three guest, snuggle chair, armchair and a Smart TV
The dining area contains a large wooden dining table, with seating for six, as well as having an enclosed cupboard space for hanging coats and clothes

Kitchen
Modern and well equipped, amenities include an electric oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, kettle, toaster and a Nespresso coffee machine

Cloakroom
Loo and basin

First Floor

Master bedroom (Sleeps 2)
Well presented, sunny aspect room with a double bed, chest of drawers, clothes hangers and hairdryer

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Sunny aspect, two single beds, chest of drawers and clothes hangers

Bedroom 3 (Sleeps 1)
Cosy room with a single bed

Family bathroom
Bath with overhead shower and handheld shower attachment, loo, basin and heated towel rail

Outside
Attractive enclosed courtyard garden, home to a BBQ, bistro table and seating for three

The Finer Details...
The maximum occupancy for this property is five guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by one additional infant (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen and towels are provided
Free on street parking is available close to the property. A parking permit for a nearby private car park is provided at the cottage, though this is subject to available spaces and not for a designated bay
1 travel cot, 1 highchair and 1 stair gate are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided)
1 well-behaved medium sized dog is welcome for an additional £40 per booking. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
Strong WiFi (30 Mbps)
Mobile phone reception is generally OK
Smart TV
Enclosed garden
Charcoal BBQ (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Gas central heating system
The property has some narrow stairs
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property

Things to Note...
Hen and Stag parties are not permitted
Events are not permitted without prior consent
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:30
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted

Property manager

StayCotswold

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 915 sq ft (85 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

591294

About the neighborhood

Map
Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • Chipping Norton Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Fairytale Farm - 3 min drive
  • Rollright Stones - 6 min drive
  • Hook Norton Brewery - 10 min drive
  • Cotswolds Distillery - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Shipton Station - 9 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Diddly Squat Farm Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pear Tree Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bitter & Twisted - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Daylesford Organic Farm Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Chequers - ‬5 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.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

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

Situated in Chipping Norton, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Chipping Norton Golf Club and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Fairytale Farm. Rollright Stones and Chastleton House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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
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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.
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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.
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10/10 Excellent

Grace G.

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.

10/10 Excellent

Steven O.

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

10/10 Excellent

Evie G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
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10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

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.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Rob B., Southampton

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.
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Tabitha T.

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.
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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.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Cottage
I cannot recommend the Smithy highly enough! We stayed for 4nts and it was perfect for our family of 4 with 2 younger children. It is in a great location in a quiet side street. The cottage provides a parking permit for a nearby car park which we were able to park in easily. The welcoming gifts were a lovely touch and we instantly felt at home. The highchair, stairgate and travelcot were already set up for us. The cottage is done out beautifully. It is welcoming and comfortable and very spacious. The kitchen and cottage itself is fully equipped with all the usual bits you normally have to bring so that was great. It is a welcome change to stay somewhere where people have thought of everything so you don't have to worry. We have stayed in a number of places and I can honestly say for us this was the best by far. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this cottage for a holiday in the Cotswolds and we will definitely be returning. Thank you for having us.

8/10 Good

Natalie B., Albany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and well equipped . The village I of Churchill is beautiful.
The house is lovely and we’ll equipped. The open plan bathroom in the master bedroom was not to our liking and needs a stand alone shower. No privacy. The wi-if was not too good and the water heater is attached to a Nest in the living room. We inadvertently unplugged it not realizing we would have no got water. The Nest should be placed somewhere else or have a notice attached to it not to unplug.. bathroom on the main floor needs a lock. Lamp/socket in living room next to fireplace does not work. It’s not the bulbs. Otherwise, it was a pleasurable stay had by all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent base
A great base for exploring the northern part of the Cotswolds. Property was clean and really well appointed. Loads of crockery, cutlery and kitchenware to use and a well stocked store cupboard that was massively helpful. The complimentary Easter egg was a lovely touch and very gratefully received by our toddler! There's a Sainsbury's at the end of the street and 10 min walk to an M&S Foodhall and an Aldi. The town itself has plenty of other shops and pubs but it's not a tourist trap. Outrageously good pastries and great coffees at the new MOR bakery at the other side of the town centre. All in all, there wasn't anything we could fault.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic
What a great place. Right off the town centre but you would never know it. Quiet residential street only steps from pubs and the main part of the town Super comfortable house with everything you need for a great stay Towels, hand soap and hair products so no running out to the shops for that Item you forgot FULLY stocked kitchen which was spacious and a great place to knock up a great breakfast with meat from the local butcher (Trev Beadle) which had amazing bacon and sausages We loved our stay
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic cottage in the centre of Chipping Norton!
We loved our stay at the Smithy! We have two small children and cottages can sometimes be a bit hit or miss but the owners of the Smithy have thought of everything! Stair gates/ high chair and cot bed at the cottage meant we saved valuable space in our car! The cottage is clean, light and airy and literally slap bag in the middle of Chipping Norton! We have stayed at a number of holiday cottages where we have to bring our own washing/dishwasher tablets and kitchen essentials such as salt/ pepper/ milk etc but everything we could need was included. We can’t recommend this cottage enough!
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10/10 Excellent

Enjoyable stay in lovely location.
We had an enjoyable 4 night stay at The Smithy. The cottage was ideally located in the town, characterful, and lots of places to visit within a close distance. As a family of 4, there was enough space and the cottage had everything we needed. We would certainly recommend.