Luxury Cotswold Cottage near Blenheim Palace, Woodstock and Soho Farmhouse

Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Outdoor dining
10.0
Outstanding(49 Reviews)

House in West Oxfordshire District

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

Pigeons Piece is a pretty detached Cotswold cottage with accommodation for up to 7 people over 2 floors. The house sits on the edge of the Cotswolds, a mile from Woodstock and Blenheim Palace and 9 miles from the City of Oxford and ten minutes by car to Soho Farmhouse. The house is light and characterful, with beautiful Cotswold stone, and has recently undergone extensive refurbishment.

Downstairs is a large, well equipped open plan kitchen and dining area that was recently featured in a national magazine. Off the kitchen is a utility room, cloakroom and downstairs loo. There is the luxury of 3 well appointed reception rooms, one with a beautiful gas fire and a snug/cinema room offering Netflix and Sky and a wood burning stove.

Upstairs are four bedrooms sleeping seven. All beds have luxurious Egyptian cotton sheets and duvet covers. Fluffy white towels are provided.

Bedroom 1 has a king-size bed and an en suite shower room.
Bedroom 2 has a king-size bed.
Bedroom 3 is a twin bedroom with two single beds.
Bedroom 4 has a single bed with a low sloping ceiling - there is also an option to pull out a trundle if needed for a small child.

There is a family bathroom with bath and overhead shower.

At the back of the house is a large patio leading accessed from the kitchen with a Weber Gas BBQ for the summer entertaining and a table tennis table. Leading off the terrace is a good sized back garden leading to a field - a perfect place for a picnic lunch.

At the front of the house is a walled south facing garden - perfect for afternoon tea in the sunshine. There is off-street parking for 2 cars (1 large car, 1 small). The property has a dedicated broadband service and wifi.

Pigeons Piece is in a picturesque conservation village and has a wonderful village shop offering newspapers, fresh bread, croissant and local produce. The award winning Killingworth Castle pub serves delicious food and wonderful locally brewed beer. There is a newly refurbished childrens playground in the village for our younger guests to explore.

There are lovely walks to be taken directly from the property including accessing the Oxfordshire Way/Akeman Roman Road, the village river meadows sanctuary and exploring neighbouring Blenheim Palace.

Woodstock is 1 mile away and has a bank, restaurants, pubs, take-aways and many interesting shops and is also home to Blenheim Palace and the lovely Blenheim Estate which frequently hosts a variety of shows and events.

Other places to visit locally include Oxford, Burford, the Cotswold Wildlife Park, Daylesford Organic Farm, Soho Farmhouse, Bicester Outlet Village and Chipping Norton. Easily accessible for day visits include Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cirencester and Cheltenham and many lovely historic houses and gardens such as Chastleton House, Ditchley Park, Waddesdon Manor and Rousham Hall. Sir Winston Churchill's grave is in the nearby village of Bladon. Silverstone race track is 25 miles away for F1 enthusiasts.

The train stations at Oxford Parkway, Combe, Charlbury and Long Hanborough give access to trains direct to London Paddington and Marylebone taking around 70 minutes. Heathrow Airport is 1 hour away.

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Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

10.0
Outstanding(49 Reviews)
10.0
Jun 2024
We had a wonderful 3-night stay in The Cotswolds. The house and grounds are lovely and located in a charming, walkable village, complete with a historic church and community-run shop that covered all our needs. Kirstie's house is gorgeous and comfortable for the five of us. Beds and bedding were so comfortable - like a fine hotel! The kitchen was massive and very well-stocked. We hung out quite a bit in the kitchen for meals. There's also a beautiful patio area off the kitchen. The grounds lead to fields with a horse and sheep which was fun. Kirstie was a lovely host with many recommendations for the area. We are from the US, but my sister-in-law is from Ireland, so she drove. The house was such a great central location for seeing the Cotswolds in a couple days. Blenheim Palace is very close and offers a lovely afternoon tea in The Orangery. We also checked out Chipping Norton, Burford, Great Tew, Hidcote Manor, Bourton on the Water, Stow on the Wold, and Broadway with it's iconic tower which was amazing! Absolutely gorgeous scenery, charming pubs and a lovely, peaceful home to come back to in the evening. Highly recommended!
10.0
Jun 2024
Great location for attractions of Cotswolds and Oxford. Very good restaurants locally. Pigeons Piece is a very spacious cottage and very well equipped. We had a great stay. It was very comfortable, a lovely garden and very peaceful.
10.0
Apr 2024
We had the most enjoyable weekend at Pigeon’s Piece for my wife’s 60th birthday. The property was immaculate, and such a wonderful social space for quality time with family and friends. The owner has clearly put a lot of love into this house, with lots of nice touches and a very detailed guide. It’s also perfectly located, with such an easy trip to all the local attractions such as Blenheim and lots of great walks from the house itself. Overall, a very very special place for a weekend away and we cannot wait for another excuse to come back.
10.0
Jan 2024
We were two families with 3 small kids at Pigeons' Piece and we had a great time. Ample space for the kids to play inside and a lovely kitchen/dining area at the heart of the house. Really comfy beds, incredibly clean and stylish and a super attentive pair of hosts in Tim & Kirstie for which nothing was a problem. We'd thoroughly recommend. Our only sadness was not coming in the summer - whilst winter brings its own delights, the garden (front and back) would have been lovely for the kids (and us) in warmer weather!
10.0
Oct 2023
For many years we have been visiting the Cotswolds and Oxfordshire a few times a year. This year was the first time in super charming Wootton and we are really extremely happy and look forward to coming back. The house owner Kristie was extremely friendly and helpful, her wonderful house was perfectly prepared and clean, perfectly prepared and an oasis for those who want to enjoy classic England at its best. Close to Oxford and several classic Cotswold villages. We had a wonderful week and can highly recommend Kristie and Wootton.
10.0
Aug 2023
Only good things to say about Pigeons Piece. We were there with two grandsons, initially for 5 days. Both my husband and I got covid, and Kirstie and Tim were so, so helpful in navigating our "crisis." We were able to extend our stay until we were able to travel, which was a life-saver. We hope to come back again! Thank you
10.0
Jul 2023
Well, for me, this home had it all. Charming, very well situated, beautifully furnished and appointed - very comfortable indeed. A bonus is that there are also superb restaurants and pubs nearby. It was also a great location for Silverstone! Kirstie is a perfect host, with plenty of local knowledge to help out. THANK YOU. The trouble is, it's so good, it gets booked up :)
10.0
Jun 2023
We rented Pigeon’s Piece for two months April & May 2023 for a ‘country retreat’ and revision haven for our daughter during A levels. It was that and SO MUCH more. We enjoyed the friendly village vibe, warm and welcoming church, proximity to Woodstock and Blenheim palace, the beautiful cycles and walks, great nearly restaurants and pubs, peaceful setting and garden. Rain or shine, Pigeon’s Peace provided us a sanctuary for rest and a launch pad for fun. The owners are SUPER responsive and the cleaner is lovely and thorough. It has everything you could want. We hope to come again!

FAQs

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

The average price for a rental in West Oxfordshire District is $170 per night. This rental is $402 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Luxury Cotswold Cottage near Blenheim Palace, Woodstock and Soho Farmhouse. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

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

Is Luxury Cotswold Cottage near Blenheim Palace, Woodstock and Soho Farmhouse pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Luxury Cotswold Cottage near Blenheim Palace, Woodstock and Soho Farmhouse?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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