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Secluded house with heated pool & tennis court in large exclusive garden.

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Pool
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sibford Ferris, ENG
    Hook Norton Brewery
    6 min drive
    Rye Hill Golf Club
    8 min drive
    Broughton Castle
    9 min drive
    Gosford Airport (GOS)
    43 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Sitting room

1 Double Futon

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Secluded house with heated pool & tennis court in large exclusive garden.

The Courtyard is in a secluded position in the grounds of Holmby House with an exclusive two acre enclosed garden, tennis court, table tennis, croquet lawn and outdoor heated swimming pool which opens in April and closes at the end of October. Situated on the edge of the Cotswolds, the house is surrounded by beautiful undulating countryside. With a dedicated enhanced, fibre-optic broadband hub and smart TV, the accommodation provides a private place to either work or relax with exclusive facilities.
The Courtyard comprises of newly renovated, luxury accommodation, all on the ground floor. The house, which sleeps 8, is comprised of 4 double bedrooms, all with en suite facilities. There is a sofa bed in the sitting room and an extra shower room off this room. Groups of 10 can therefore be accommodated. There are also two z-beds at a reduced rate suitable for both adults and children, available at a reduced rate, plus a travel cot free of charge.
The Courtyard has a large, impressive sitting room with lovely views, a superbly fitted kitchen and a spacious dining room. There is a poolside dining table and sun beds plus two other terraces for exclusive use.
There is a well stocked village shop a two minute walk away. The garden is fully enclosed and together with our adjacent field and lovely walks from the doorstep, it is a lovely place for dogs. A maximum of 3 dogs can stay and the charge is per dog. There are also great cycling routes from the house with a number of local characterful and rural coffee and tea establishments.
There are a plethora of good dining and drinking pubs in the area.

Property manager

The Courtyard at Holmby House

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
As the house is on the edge of a quiet village there is a 11.30pm noise cut off time. We also ask guests using the pool to respect our neighbours.
No candles allowed, inside and outside. Battery and solar lights are provided.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Banbury

Banbury is home to this holiday home. British Motor Museum and Wellington Aviation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The National Herb Centre and Steane Park Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Cotswold Falconry Centre and Bourton House Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Sibford Ferris, ENG

What's nearby

  • Hook Norton Brewery - 6 min drive
  • Broughton Castle - 9 min drive
  • Feldon Valley Golf Course - 9 min drive
  • Fairytale Farm - 13 min drive
  • Cotswolds Distillery - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Banbury Station - 14 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Queensway Fish Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Duck on the Pond - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Elephant & Castle - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wykham Arms - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Barley Mow - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded house with heated pool & tennis court in large exclusive garden. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Secluded house with heated pool & tennis court in large exclusive garden.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded house with heated pool & tennis court in large exclusive garden.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded house with heated pool & tennis court in large exclusive garden. located?

Set in Banbury, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Brailes Golf Club, Rye Hill Golf Club and Feldon Valley Golf Course. Broughton Castle and Hook Norton Brewery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
We had a fantastic break away at The Courtyard. The teenagers loved the pool, the dog loved the huge garden and field, and we all appreciated the very comfy beds. Plenty of space for our group of 9 with lots of outside seating to soak up the sunshine and enjoy the stunning garden. We’ve already started talking about making a return booking!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay!
Beautiful location, gorgeous house with amazing features! Pool was a perfect addition to a girlie weekend away, with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect family trip
I cannot say enough amazing things about our wonderful trip to The Courtyard last week. We had the BEST time! I booked this trip for our annual family Easter trip. It was myself, husband and step daughter (5yo), my parents, my sister and BIL and family dogs. The property was absolutely perfect for our needs. On arrival and the miserable weather, Sally was there to welcome us to her beautiful home. The property was absolutely spotless and the most lovely welcome gifts of homemade cake and bread, Prosecco and crisps made a fabulous welcome. For a self catering property, it was so well equipped with essentials that we didn’t expect. The coffee machine and pods were the ultimate morning treat! Sally’s garden is just out of this world, so well manicured yet welcoming for humans and dogs at the same time. We were so lucky to be able to enjoy the views, pool and tennis court/table tennis during our stay, mainly for our Family Easter Olympics! Sally and family were so welcoming and on hand to answer any questions on the lead up to our stay, yet made the property perfectly private whilst we were there. We are already planning our return trip to such a beautiful part of the country. Thank you again Sally and we really hope to meet you again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles M., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Wonderful property in the Cotswolds, was great fun with many nice walks and pubs around
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. The pool was amazing and warm for our kids to swim in and the apple tree was in full bloom. Sally was a wonderful host and greeted us with delicious treats. We loved our weekend at the cottage and would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
80th birthday weekend with all the family
What a wonderful place. Absolutely catered for all of us. Swimming,Croquet,Table Tennis, Tennis Court. Barbeque. Weather was kind which helped. Superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family holiday
The property was absolutely lovely. It was comfortable and well maintained for 8 adults and 2 infants. We loved our days playing tennis and swimming. Sally is an excellent host and checked we had all we needed. The house is surprisingly private and we felt like we had it all to ourselves. We also loved the fresh raspberries from the garden. It was a fantastic week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paulette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
We had a lovely holiday at this property. The gardens are beautiful. The children spent most of their time in the pool, which was kept at a lovely temperature the children loved it. The accommodation was comfortable and spacious. We loved our holiday and would love to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful grounds, comfortable accommodation and swimming pool.
Couldn't have wished for a better place to stay. The grounds and adjacent field made for a beautiful setting and the swimming pool was super! Hosts, Sally and John, made us feel very welcome. We all had a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday and hope to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent time
We had a lovely week and enjoyed the fabulous facilities at Holmby House . We also enjoyed some of the local amenities . Would thoroughly recommend .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay
Great facilities, just as described. Helpful owner on site - offers advice if needed but allows you to just get on with your holiday, if you prefer. Definitely would book return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

chris c., Palo Alto

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise in the hills and valleys
Beautiful grounds with a sensible distribution of rooms to accommodate the required number of guests. For families there is a large dining room that is suitable for few generations of families to gather. Owner is extremely helpful and at the same time constructive to an extreme. Pool is warm and very welcoming assuming you get a nice English day.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naomi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A weeks holiday at The Courtyard, Holmby House
We had a lovely week at The Courtyard, celebrating my father’s 80th birthday. Sally was very welcoming and made us a cake and gave us a bottle of Prosecco. The property had everything you needed and the garden was beautiful with lots to entertain the teenagers. It’s a magical place and I would recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
Sally was a fantastic host, preparing freshly baked bread, cake, crisps and prosecco on arrival! Sally also allowed us to have an early check in and late check out. The property was beautiful, exactly as the photos, lovely heated pool and amazing garden. We had a really wonderful stay and made our friends hen do very special, thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Weekend!
We have just got back from a fantastic weekend at Holmby House. The house was perfect, the rooms were great, the communal areas were big enough that you didn't feel cramped, which was great as there were 12 adults on the first night. Everything was provided and had been thought of. The grounds of the property are gorgeous, the pool was so warm it was amazing. The weather wasn't that greag, it was cloudy all day and around 17 degrees but we still managed to enjoy the pool as it was heated so well! Sally was also great at communicating and was very friendly and helpful. We would love to return to the property one day. Thank you so much for a brilliant weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful weather to enjoy pool
My friends and I had the most wonderful time here and Sally and Husband were so accommodating. We feel the house is even better than advertised with the gardens coming up trumps we were able to enjoy these and the pool with the arouma of honeysuckle around us. The living area is great for a bigger group and they had enough loungers to accommodate us all. Thank you Sally& Husband, 2nd time lucky, we're so glad we found your house, you helped give my best friend the most brilliant send off for her marriage, jess & Co. xxxx
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super facilities for our family event. We had an amazing time!
Description given matched reality. So pleased we found this lovely property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Lucy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lovely house in countryside perfect for weekend away with friends
We had a fantastic weekend - lots of social space and big dining area. Great that all rooms are ensuite. Only issue was communication before the stay as the host did not have access to her account and so was not replying. When we were there the host was really helpful and lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Stephanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Property
We stayed at The Courtyard for a Birthday weekend as a group of 12. The accommodation was lovely - clean and well maintained with plenty of space for all of us. The living and dining areas were lovely spaces for us all to come together as well. The only downside was that it was close to other properties so we had to mindful of the noise late in to the night considering we did ask about noise when placing the booking. Would visit again without a doubt, maybe during the summer so we could take full advantage of the swimming pool, tennis courts and garden area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cyrus N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Great especially if the weather is good as facilities include pool and tennis court
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Our stay at The Courtyard was perfect for our holiday needs. The layout of the house gave everyone their privacy. Several areas within the gardens had outside seating and tables to enjoy relaxing time together. Children enjoyed the swimming pool every day,even the rain and cool winds didn't put them off. The tennis court was good fun. Situated at the lower end of the garden surrounded by trees and shrubbery - perfect. A big thank you to Sally who made us very welcome. The goodies left for us to enjoy were fabulous. The cake especially was amazing. We will deffinitely be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful property and grounds.
We hired the Courtyard and Holmby House for my husband and his twin brother's 40th birthday. We stayed with our families, with children ranging from 3-12. The property was spotless and Sally had thought of everything. We had the most wonderful welcome prosecco and fresh home made bread and crisps. The grounds were breathtaking and the trees and flowers were stunning. The kids favourite parts were definitely the swimming pool and tennis court. This is such a hidden treasure in a beautiful, rural Cotswold setting. The loveliest place we had stayed. Sally was always on hand if we needed anything and an amazing host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and fun Cotswolds estate
We visited for a long weekend in October. The property gardens are amazing and expansive with so many places to roam. The hosts were super welcoming and had the heat turned on, treats and all the amenities you would expect at a hotel. We played tennis, swam in the heated pool, played croquet and table tennis. It was a short drive to many picturesque towns and activities like clay shooting, bird flying experiences and country walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna-lea F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay for a hen party
We had the best weekend at Sally’s beautiful home. Sally was extremely helpful and even allowed us an early check in and a later checkout. On arrival she had laid out some fresh bread and a baked cake, and the house, garden and pool area was beautiful and clean. I would highly recommend staying here for any sort of holiday, whether a stay with friends or family. I wish we could have stayed longer to explore the area more. If I could give more that 5 stars I would!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful setting and accommodation
The property looks great in the listing and it’s even better in reality. We were blessed with hot and sunny weather so were able to get maximum enjoyment from the fabulous and large garden, pool, tennis and croquet courts. The setting is stunning and we commented that we could have been in Tuscany when sitting by the pool! The house is very nicely furnished and presented and the rooms are spacious - plenty of room in bedrooms, sitting room and dining area. Another plus was patio areas both sides of the house to get sun morning and evening and an additional dining area by the pool. Dogs need prior agreement with owner and there’s an additional charge - but this isn’t mentioned on the website hence the 4 stars for accuracy of online info. Otherwise perfect in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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