Location was amazing for buses, local shops and Oxford. Parking was easier than we thought. Sitting room was large and airy and became the main room. Beds were really comfortable and plenty of room in the bedrooms.

Just the finishing touches could have been polished off - out bathroom could have done with a few screws being tightened, light bulbs replaced.

Lots of room for a group of friends to stay together, and a great location too. Charming.

The house needs some TLC, and could definitely do with a very deep clean (or maybe a change in the current cleaners). We found a used tampon applicator in one of the bedrooms, and lots of cobwebs.

The Shark House is a quirky building with a fascinating history which is documented in a book available in the house. The rooms are surprisingly spacious for a modest terrace house. The kitchen has a good range of equipment and there is a separate utility room. Our family members reported comfortable beds in all four bedrooms. A private parking space is available behind the house but you need to be proficient at driving through narrow spaces and unless you have a Smart car you need to perform a fifteen point turn to avoid having to back out. So best to leave your car parked for the duration of your stay and use the regular bus service (No 8) into Oxford. Despite being next to a pub, the house is quiet at night although the England v Germany EuFA football tournament did generate some vocal excitement earlier in the evening.

Some of the windows could have done with a bit more cleaning and the garden is rather sad and neglected, but Ben (the host) has promised to address both these issues.

Front door glass