The Headington Shark House - Oxford

The Headington Shark House - Oxford House in Oxford

4.6

Outstanding(25 Reviews)

House in Oxford

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

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

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About this house rental

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated The Headington Shark House - Oxford offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Oxford

Nearby attractions

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

1.8 mi

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

18.9 mi

National Trust - Ashridge Estate

26.7 mi

ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

29.3 mi

Available Rooms

Four-Bedroom House

1 Queen • 1 Queen • 1 Sofa • 1 Double • 1 Double • 1797 ft²

Sleeps 12

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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The Headington Shark House - Oxford

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4.6

Outstanding(25 Reviews)

House in Oxford

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

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

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Oxford

Nearby attractions

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

1.8 mi

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

18.9 mi

National Trust - Ashridge Estate

26.7 mi

ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

29.3 mi

Available Rooms

Four-Bedroom House

1 Queen • 1 Queen • 1 Sofa • 1 Double • 1 Double • 1797 ft²

Sleeps 12

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

4.6

Outstanding(25 Reviews)

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5.0

Aug 2023

Exceptional

Very nice location, and it was safe. Nice shark too :)

Nothing. It was great.

4.0

Feb 2023

Fab!

We liked the location and the house was clean and well equipped. We enjoyed the fact that the house is roomy. The owner was extremely helpful when we contacted him.

There was no warning that the drive was extremely narrow and only a small car could negotiate the parking area. There’s no indication that it is a one way street.

5.0

Oct 2022

Great house for families, never gat tired of admiring the shark.

Loved the unique feature a shark nosediving into the roof. Good sized rooms to meet our family group needs. Headington is a great area for cafes, provisions and easy to get into the city centre.

5.0

Jul 2022

A nice house, with a shark through the roof.

The kids loved the shark house! such fun to stay here. Although it’s not right in Oxford city centre the bus connections from Headington are excellent. Spacious, 3 out of 4 bedrooms en suite. Hosts very helpful, e.g. helped us sort out parking. When plans changed and we added an extra guest the hosts were flexible. Supermarket right round the corner. Recommend.

The next project for the hosts could be to develop the garden. Get a knife sharpener - a great addition to any rental property!

3.0

Jun 2022

We had a good time but felt that it was overpriced.

A quirky place to stay

There were only 7 of us but the kitchen was quite small and we only just managed to fit around the small table for breakfast. The back garden was an absolute jungle so impossible to make any use of it which was very disappointing. The conservatory was so overgrown with plants that we couldn’t really use that either. The bathrooms were tired and a bit grimy. The towels were small. For the price we expected it to be more luxurious.

5.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

Excellent host, and gorgeous house. The atmosphere was very cosy, the facilities were clean and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We would definitely recommend staying at the Shark House and we are hoping to be back in the future!

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5.0

Mar 2022

Amazing property and super sociable space!

Great location, on a main bus route into Oxford city centre. The space was really sociable, we could all easily sit together in the front room or hang out in the kitchen, which was lovely. Good bed to bathroom ratio (even for 12 of us getting ready for a night out!). Ben was really prompt and helpful with questions, and even popped in to help us with something on a Friday evening with 10 minutes' notice (thanks, Ben!)

Nothing!

4.5

Oct 2021

Superb

Comfortable and warm with good sized rooms and bathrooms. Easy communication with helpful proprietor. Very suitable for our party of 10. All members of the three families enjoyed their time with us

I think it would be worth while clearing out the wardrobes of clutter especially in the bedroom at the right of the stairs.

3.5

Aug 2021

Excellent location and talking point with plenty of room

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.

4.0

Jul 2021

Great house, just needs a bit of TLC

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.

3.5

Jul 2021

Quirky and enjoyable

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.

5.0

Oct 2020

Great place...will come again.

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FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Oxford?

The average price for a rental in Oxford is $159 per night. This rental is $29 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Headington Shark House - Oxford. 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 The Headington Shark House - Oxford pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at The Headington Shark House - Oxford?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.

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About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Oxford

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Four-Bedroom House

The Headington Shark House - Oxford

House in Oxford

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Oxford

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Four-Bedroom House

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Oxford?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is The Headington Shark House - Oxford pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Headington Shark House - Oxford?

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