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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 585 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Fenced yard
  • Internet access

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, Chipping Norton Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪24 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

About this property

Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy

The Smithy is a recently refurbished, beautifully presented Cotswold stone holiday cottage, located on the corner of a peaceful street in Chipping Norton. Sleeping five guests across three well appointed bedrooms, it offers a comfortable and stylish retreat with a spacious family bathroom. On the ground floor, the characterful open-plan sitting/dining room has charming 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 you will find a fabulous and cosy courtyard garden - perfect for soaking up the sunshine with a morning coffee or evening drinks!

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, featuring two comfortable two-seater sofas, an armchair and a Smart TV
The dining area contains a large wooden dining table, with seating for six, as well as a selection of books and games

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 king size bed, Smart TV, 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 with charcoal BBQ, small round coffee table and seating for three on the split decking area

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...
Events are not permitted without prior consent
Hen and Stag parties are not permitted
A security deposit is required at this property
Check in is from 17:00 and check out is by 10:00
Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

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
  • Chipping Norton Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Rollright Stones - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 23 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chequers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Boar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Rabbit - ‬8 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 does it cost to stay at Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy?

As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elegant family friendly holiday cottage in the Cotswolds - The Smithy on 26 May 2026 start from NZ$669, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

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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

Karen M.

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.
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!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

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

Susan O.

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie O.

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.
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.
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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Natasha J.

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.
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.
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.
From a partner site

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.
Verified

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
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!
Verified

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

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.
Verified

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
From a partner site

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.
Verified

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
From a partner site

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.
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
From a partner site

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.
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.
From a partner site

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.

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