This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard.

8.5 / 10.0

Excellent(20 Ratings)

Cottage in West Oxfordshire District

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

Top Cottage is a beautiful, well presented property dating back to the 1800's. Originally four workmen's cottages, this property has been sympathetically restored to provide a high standard of accommodation. Period features and creature comforts combine to create a comfortable holiday home.

Antique furniture and tasteful period art throughout complement the original inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove, window seats and flagstone flooring.

The main house can sleep up to five people, with the annexe in the garden providing privacy and space for further two guests.

Ground Floor:
Entrance into a large hall with a cloakroom.
Dining kitchen
With with oven, four-ring hob and hot plate, fridge and freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washer / dryer. There is a kitchen table with seating for six. An additional chair is available for those wishing to eat together when there are seven guests.
Sitting room
With an inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove with a bread oven from days gone by.
Reading area
With an LCD television with Freeview and a DVD player.

First Floor:
Master bedroom
With a 4'6 double bed, digital radio and a window seat looking out over the garden.
En-suite bathroom
With a bath and hand held shower attachment, wash basin and wc. This en-suite bathroom leads to a dressing room with wardrobes, a heated towel rail and a flight of stairs leading to the third bedroom.
Bedroom two
With a 4'6 double bed.
Shower room
With a double shower, wash basin and wc.

Second Floor:
Bedroom three with a 3' single bed. It is important to note, the only access to this single bedroom is through the master bedroom.

The Annexe provides accommodation of an equally high standard for a further two guests.
Open-plan living area
With a wood burning stove, television with Blu-Ray player and surround sound and a dining table and two chairs.
Kitchen
Fully fitted with an oven and electric hob, fridge and freezer, microwave and washing machine.
Double bedroom
With 4'6 double bed.
Shower room
With shower, wash basin and wc.

Outside:
Outside is a terrace overlooking the lovely Cotswold garden.

Additional Information
Off street parking is available for three cars.
A welcome basket of logs provided.
A high chair, travel cot (Linen not provided) and safety gate available upon request.
Sorry, no pets.
It is important to note, that the only access to the single bedroom is through the master bedroom.

*Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. Speed/service may vary depending on the package obtained by the owner which is provided to guests free of charge. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner nor Cotswolds Hideaways will be held responsible.*

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of West Oxfordshire District

Nearby attractions

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

34.7 mi

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

17.4 mi

Stratford Butterfly Farm

29 mi

National Trust - Stowe

46.7 mi

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This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard.

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8.5 / 10.0

Excellent(20 Ratings)

Cottage in West Oxfordshire District

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Garden

Map of West Oxfordshire District

Nearby attractions

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

34.7 mi

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

17.4 mi

Stratford Butterfly Farm

29 mi

National Trust - Stowe

46.7 mi

Ratings and reviews

8.5 / 10.0

Excellent(20 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Top Cottage. It is well appointed and quirky, with plenty of room for everyone. We had some very wet weather and greatly appreciated the cosy log fire. The annexe is excellent, ideal for anyone who likes their own space. The outside space is very private and pretty. The only negative comment I have is it would be sensible to have dinnerplates that fit into the small dishwasher, they were too large so had to be hand washed.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

Top Cottage is delightful and very comfortable. We had a great stay. The house is well equipped and the tiny issue we had was immediately resolved by the local housekeeper coming over. It is warm and cozy for the winter (we stayed in January) but I can imagine the garden would be glorious in the summer. We had a very good meal at The Fox just up the road.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

We had an excellent week at Top Cottage, with the highlights being the Cottage itself, lovely and roomy with invaluable space in the Annexe. The layout in the Cottage itself upstairs was a little odd, but we found a way around it and did not negatively impact on our experience at all. It was well equipped for what we wanted, clean and tidy with everything working. Slight issue with a shelf in the fridge and also the freezer, but these are minor and could easily be resolved. Location is brilliant with easy access to Adlestrop, Daylesford, Chipping Norton and of course, lots of lovely walks in the stunning Cotswold countryside for our dogs. The garden was a perfect size too and fully enclosed so no issues with dogs escaping. We stay in the Cotswolds twice a year and would absolutely consider staying here again. A wonderful house.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

This cottage was booked fort a 60th Birthday with family and was perfect, we (parents) stayed in the Annexe which was great as seperate from kids (all in late 20s/30s) however, the bed in the annexe was too small for us so I slept on sofabed. Perfect location for Stow-on-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the-Water and also great for lakes, weather was perfect would definately go back. Thanks

4.0 / 10.0

Jan 2022

Disappointing

Disappointing

Booked for Xmas but Annexe unusable due to diesel fumes from boiler. Noted on previous reviews but not resolved, the Annexe was not fit for purpose.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2021

Cotswold Gem

Cotswold Gem

We had a brilliant family weekend away staying at Top Cottage. It really is the ideal cotswold home and the location was perfect! Highly recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Lower Oddington

Lower Oddington

Fantastic location for walking and cycling. Everything close to hand. Visited beautiful gardens Hidcote and Bourn Park House and good for shopping

4.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Quirky cottage let down by housekeeping and kitchen

Quirky cottage let down by housekeeping and kitchen

Upper Oddington is a picture postcard village and externally this property is delightful. My children loved the garden, which is very secure and has an excellent climbing tree. However the interior was a huge let down, particularly the kitchens, which contain enough (stained / chipped) mugs for the whole village and no space for groceries. The oven in The Annex feels like it could fall out when opened, the dishwasher is suitable for breakfast and little else, basically the kitchens desperately need replacing. The whole house smells dreadful a mix between an old people's home and a wet dog - no amount of throwing open the (very tricky) windows helped. There are vermin devices under all the cupboards and while I accept this is a rural area, it didn't make for a good nights' sleep. Pillows and duvets also had a musty odour and as clients are excepted to strip them more care should be taken to what lies beneath. The Annex bed is too small, I would say three quarter not double. In short needs to be restored to the high standard advertised for the fee charged. A huge let down after the delightful cottage in Cornwall the previous week.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Enjoyable Location

Enjoyable Location

The cottage & annex was clean, tidy, spacious and comfortable and just what we wanted for a 4 night family break. The cottage could be better sign posted as it’s on a corner with a stone plaque which we easily missed, the driveway has a pair of stained doors leading to the annex with an an adjoining single door to the cottage. Also under counter fridge in the cottage is very small if you intend to eat in as a family, though it has a separate freezer. The Horse and Groom is worth visit being a 5 minute walk.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Idyllic getaway

Idyllic getaway

Excellent value for money considering the quaint location and gorgeous garden. Nicely decorated, clean and cosy. This cottage was a little haven for our long weekend away in the Cotswolds. The pictures don’t do it justice!

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

What a great week!!

What a great week!!

Just spent a great week at Top Cottage with my daughters and grand children. Everything was fine with the cottage and the annexe was a great escape for us oldies. Any niddles we had we really petty - like no brush to sweep the kitchen floor- but it's not important really. A perfect escape for a large family.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Top Cottage amazing place to stay

Top Cottage amazing place to stay

Very enjoyable charming cottage well situated with plenty of space and garden to sit in Only thing wrong there were too many people everywhere and not easy to book table to eat out but ha ho we had all the mod cons to cook at the cottage would recommend it highly hope all have as good a time as we did

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2021

Beautiful property, beautiful location, needs new kitchen

Beautiful property, beautiful location, needs new kitchen

A lovely cottage tastefully restored in a quiet, idyllic village in the Cotswolds. The cottage was presented as clean and tidy and is good value for money when you consider its large size. Our only gripe, and I'm afraid it is a pretty major one if, like us, you have to stay in to cook for yourself and look after children in the evening, is that the main kitchen is of a pretty poor standard with many items broken and dirty. We were told a few hours before arriving that the dishwasher would be broken, and accepted this, but one of the ovens doesn't work, the cooker is uneven so it's hard to use the hob and most of the cookware is dirty and heavily worn. The front of the kitchen drawer containing the (blunt) knives comes off, and other assorted embuggerances like this give the feeling of student living in that particular room of the house - such a shame given the rest of the building! I suppose that given COVID the owners haven't been around for a while to see this for themselves as given their careful renovation they'd probably sort out the kitchen straight away.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2020

Think about it!!

Think about it!!

Our holiday was cancelled, due to Covid 19. perhaps you need to up-date your website!

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2019

Beautiful hidden gem of a place!

Beautiful hidden gem of a place!

We had a wonderful weekend in this cottage with our friends. The annex unfortunately smelt of paraffin when we arrived which was explained by the owner and although had been cleaned the strong odour was present all weekend. The cottage however was well appointed and beautiful and Oddington is a lovely village.

6.0 / 10.0

Aug 2019

Seems To Be Not Well Cared For

Seems To Be Not Well Cared For

We stayed at Top Cottage a number of years ago and had a lovely experience. However our stay there this year was different. It has a nice fenced-in yard, but the garden no longer looks well cared for. Within a day of our arrival, we found a lot of garbage and recycling from previous tenants in the bins at the end of the garden. There was so much recycling there that we had no place to put our recycling and there was no indication within the cottage of when the garbage should go to the curb. Many of the dishes we pulled from the cupboard were dirty. Also, there is mould in the bedroom closet and couldn't be used and the Annexe had a strong chemical odor to it. Lastly, the hot water was not turned on and there was no clear indication in the house manual on this. We did manage to get it working after 2 days, but it would have been best to have this done before our arrival. The town is still beautiful and quiet and the location in the Cotswolds is good, however I feel that this nice property is not as well cared for as it once was.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2019

Top cottage

Top cottage

This is a perfect cottage set in a perfect location for visiting nearby villages and attractions. We would definitely stay again. My only criticism is the single mattress in the single room. The springs have gone and the bed was very uncomfortable for my mother. She didn’t sleep well at all unfortunately.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2019

Charming Cottage

Charming Cottage

We had a lovely weekend away with friends. The cottage was in a good location, very peaceful and the just around the corner from the local pub which was perfect for Sunday lunch. The cottage and annex were comfortable although the bed in the annex was a more like a 4ft rather than 4ft 6in which was a little snug, maybe 2 single beds would be better with a small gap down the middle, no instruction for working TV in Annex. Wi Fi only appeared to work in lounge definitely not in annex. Well equipped kitchen instructions for appliances found eventually tucked on shelf in hallway would have been better in kitchen. On the whole we all agreed that it was a lovely cottage full of character and charm.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2019

Top cottage

Top cottage

We had a nice stay in Top Cottage. The house is lovely and the location is great. We would have liked to have hot water when we arrived...

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2019

Fantastic find.

Fantastic find.

We stayed at Top cottage as a party of 7 over the bank holliday. What a fantastic cottage this is.Everthing was perfect.Very clean and comfortable.The annexe was just as lovely, which was perfect for our son. It is in a lovely quiet location but close enough to all the Cotswolds towns and villages to visit. The local pub is just a short walk away. The only thing that we could have wished for was a barbeque,otherwise everything is there that you could possibly want. We would definitely recommend this beautiful cottage.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in West Oxfordshire District?

The average price for a rental in West Oxfordshire District is $244 per night. This rental is $213 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard.?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.

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This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard.

Cottage in West Oxfordshire District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of West Oxfordshire District

Nearby attractions

This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard.

Cottage in West Oxfordshire District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of West Oxfordshire District

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in West Oxfordshire District?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard. pet friendly?

What amenities are available at This property has been sympathetically restored to a high standard.?

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