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Buff Lodge - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 458 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Buff Lodge - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Tackley is a thriving place of traditional stone cottages and a community-led village shop which provides all manner of lovely things. Buff Lodge sits in a quiet courtyard behind one of these lovely village houses and offers a wonderful base from which to explore.

Step inside and you'll find a comfortable escape for four guests. The open-plan design makes for sociable living, with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area and generous living room on the ground floor. Double doors lead out to a private, enclosed terrace where you can enjoy meals in the fresh air or simply relax with a drink and a good book. There is a super-king bedroom on the ground floor, as well as a bathroom whilst the second king-size bedroom is on the first floor, along with an en-suite shower room. This lovely room boasts high ceilings and exposed beams and is a cosy and welcoming space.

The enclosed terrace is an added bonus, and the screened trellis ensures this is a sunny and private space where you can relax after a day of exploring. There is private parking for two cars in the courtyard.

Ground Floor

There are two steps into the entrance hall which in turn leads to the main open-plan kitchen, dining and living area as well as a bedroom and bathroom.

Open-Plan Kitchen/Dining/Living Room:
The well-equipped kitchen has everything practical needed for a self-catering holiday including a full oven and hob, fridge-freezer, and dishwasher along with useful small appliances. There's a four-seater pedestal dining table where you can linger over breakfast and enjoy evening meals, whilst the living room features two comfortable sofas and a Smart TV, so you can stream your favourite shows. From the living room, there are doors out to the terrace.

Bedroom One:
This ground floor bedroom has a super-king size bed, which can be arranged as twin beds if preferred. With a colour scheme of cream and grey, this room has a very peaceful feel. There is plenty of storage space including a wardrobe and chest of drawers, and bedside tables with reading lamps are placed on either side of the bed. Perfect for a little bedtime reading. There is natural light from two windows.

Bathroom:
Soak away the day in the bath (no shower), there is also a hand basin, WC, and a mirror with a light and a shaver point.

First Floor

Bedroom Two:
The second bedroom is on the first floor and is a beautiful room with high ceilings, wooden beams, and an old original door, which opens with a Juliette balcony. There's a king-size bed, single wardrobe, chest of drawers and night table with reading lamps.

En-suite:
The en-suite features a shower, hand basin and WC, along with a mirror with a light and shaver point.

Outside

From the living area, there are doors out to the private terrace. Here you'll find two wicker chairs, perfect for a coffee in the sunshine. There is also a gravel patio with a six-seater dining table, chairs and a parasol.

Property manager

Bolthole Retreats

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 624 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
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

629987

About the neighborhood

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Near Oxford

What's nearby

  • Rousham House and Gardens - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Oxfordshire Museum - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • University of Oxford - 18 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Bicester Village - 24 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Tackley Station - 6 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oxford Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oxfordshire Pantry, Blenheim Palace - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Punch Bowl - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Killingworth Castle - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Buff Lodge - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Buff Lodge - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buff Lodge - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buff Lodge - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in Kidlington, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Rousham House and Gardens and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blenheim Palace and Oxfordshire Museum. River Cherwell and Oxford Bus Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km). Tackley Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Buff Lodge - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and comfortable with easy access to oxford
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Archaeology Field Trip
We loved it. Lisa, hope that your cold is better!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oxford and Blenheim
A really great property. It has been lovingly furnished and is spacious and comfortable. Ideally situated to visit Oxford (bus stop 1 minute away) and Blenheim Palace. It also boasts a beautiful little garden with sun loungers and a patio set. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful - would highly recommend
Had a great stay, Lisa was very welcoming and available. Attention to detail at property 1st class, both beds extremely comfortable and linen fresh and clean. Lots of extra touches appreciated, hot water bottles and blankets. Tackley village very pretty, local bus outside property takes you into Oxford in 30 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Effortless stay in Tackley
Buff Lodge was welcoming, impeccably clean, well-equipped and well-located. Effortless place to stay for a long weekend, although given the size, parking and facilities if you're up to 4 people, would be easy to stay longer. Lisa was welcoming and keeps the place SPOTLESS. Couldn't recommend more.
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10/10 Excellent

Overall good
Both the bath and shower were very slippery. Safety mat necessary. Instructions book could have been better.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely Little Hideaway
Buff Lodge is a lovely two bed cottage perfectly situated for visiting Oxford and the Cotswolds. The property was clean and well-appointed. We were having a short break and planned to spend all our time in Oxford so did not really 'use' the kitchen that much but it was obvious that everything was supplied that you might need. We chose to use the Park & Ride to get into Oxford but you are also 0.3 miles along the lane to the railway station which would be a great option not to take a car into the city. The beds were extremely comfortable and proper sized bath sheets were provided. We felt that a few lamps in the sitting are would have made the ambience better as there are only ceiling lights currently. And lights in general need checking on changeover as the light above the en suite bathroom mirror was not working. There is also a prize for anyone who works out how to turn on the under cupboard lights in the kitchen! It defeated us. Overall we were very happy with our stay and would happily have stayed longer. We were there in the run up to Storm Babet so a wet stay but the little courtyard garden would have been a perfect spot for a glass of wine in good weather. Thankfully the cottage has a very responsive heating system which made the cottage very cosy within minutes of us returning each evening. Seriously recommend the Indian Delivery from Ovisher, Kidlington. Perfect for first night supper.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house
Buff lodge is an amazing little house perfect for our family of 4. Super clean and in a lovely villiage perfect for exploring the Cotswold's. Little starter.kit of tea and coffee lovely touch too. Will definitely come back next time we visit the Cotswolds.
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10/10 Excellent

A pleasant break in the Oxfordshire countryside
Buff Lodge was easy to find and with off road parking. The cottage was very clean and tidy, with a well equipped kitchen and was in a quiet location. It was also close to the railway station and not far from the Oxford Canal Path. Lisa the owner was very helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

A Convenient, Comfortable and Cosy Cottage
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 nights at Buff Lodge. The building retains much of the ambience of its former use, I’m guessing to buff the barley for the production of ale. It stands in the grounds on a former pub after all. We found the conversion to be sympathetic and attractive. The sitting room was delightful, furnished with two squishy sofas ,coffee tables, and attractive table lamps. Beds were very comfortable and both the bathroom and en-suite were immaculately clean with lots of hot water and a plentiful supply of towels including the traditional but hard to find bath sheets. The kitchen was well equipped for preparing an evening meal after our days out in Oxford. (The addition of a coffee machine would be a great addition ahead of my next visit !) We visited the city by bus which has a convenient stop just a two minute walk from The Lodge. They run about every hour, terminating just opposite The former Randolph Hotel a 2 minute walk to the Ashmolean. Scheduled journey time is 40 minutes but there are inevitable traffic jams of course. We had made an appointment in the print room to view some Pre Raphaelite prints, cartoons and sketches one morning which was pure joy ! Museum staff were wonderfully generous with their time and knowledge. We had glorious weather during our stay and the beautiful courtyard garden was a delightful place to sit with coffee or your favourite tipple and listen to the birds, As much thought has gone into designing this little space as it has to the interior. Both had been prepared to the highest standards for our arrival. We enjoyed a sunny afternoon lunch at The Trout Inn Wolvercote, famous for its riverside shots of Morse & Lewis of course. It’s a very beautiful spot. Tackley is lovely and the locals are friendly. Everything is very easy at The Lodge, parking included and you will be sure of a warm welcome from Lisa. The agency was easy to work with and their description of the accommodation was accurate and well represented on their website. We hope to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry F.

Woodstock Wedding
Short 2-night stay in the beautiful Cotswold village of Tackley. Very convenient for a family wedding in Woodstock, visit to Clarkson's pub, The Farmer's Dog, walk around Oxford and a punt on the river. The accommodation is spotlessly clean, nicely furnished, comfortable and tranquil and quiet. We stayed with our daughter and her fiancé – perfect for four people.
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10/10 Excellent

Lorna E.

A little haven of luxury in the centre of things to do and places to see
Buff Lodge provides everything you need for a comfortable stay away from home. We were lucky to be able to use the patio, in the Autumnal sunshine. Everything was as expected, and the kitchen had all utensils needed to make some special meals after a busy day touring in the area. The beds and bathrooms provided comfort for a good nights' sleep, and the surroundings were lovely and peaceful. Lisa was so friendly, and gave us details of the local bakery / shop, and we found some lovely bread and cake there. Sadly, the church on the hill was closed for renovation, so we'll have to return to view inside. The local pub was also shut and up for sale, but hopefully will find some new owners who will make something of it for when we revisit - hopefully. The village is great for walking around, and the Station is such a bonus.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for exploring the Cotswold
Comfortable, calm and everything nearby to explore. Just perfect !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect relaxation!
We arrived and immediately felt relaxed. We wandered to the local shop for supplies. Then we had a few lovely days exploring Woodstock and Roucham gardens.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brilliant Buff Lodge
We really enjoyed our week at Buff Lodge in Tackley with plenty of walks from the door long or short.Excellent bus service and even a train station just down the road.Would highly recommend a stay in Buff Lodge
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10/10 Excellent

Warm and welcoming
Having visited the property once before, it felt like coming home. Lisa the owner is very welcoming and friendly. Although we use it primarily as a base to visit relatives it is well placed For Blenheim Palace, Oxford and the Cotswolds.