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In the charming village of Wheatley, Gadbury Cottage offers a cozy retreat with easy access to Oxford and nearby attractions. The cottage is perfectly located for exploring Blenheim Palace, Shotover Park, Waterperry Gardens and more. With excellent transport links just 2 miles away and regular bus services to Oxford.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 31 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.

  • Set in the courtyard of our own home, but completely separate and private, Gadbury Cottage is cosy and very comfortable whether your choice is for a winter or summer break. It offers an ideal location to discover Oxford and the nearby attractions of Oxford City, Blenheim Palace, Shotover Park, Waterperry Gardens, Otmoor nature reserve, the Chilterns and Cotswolds Hills. Wheatley has all the facilities to meet your immediate needs - 2 foodstores, baker, coffee shop, post office, bank and choice of restaurants and pubs. The village has a long history through it's location on the main coaching route from London to Oxford - it was once descibed as the most agreeable stopping place between Beaconsfield and Woodstock. Today it's transport links are still excellent being just 2 miles from the Thornhills Park and Ride and a similar distance from the M40. There are regular bus services to Oxford and to Haddenham/Thame train station. Central London is c53 miles and Heathrow c45 miles, both have good public transport links.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 11 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Oxford, this cottage is in a rural area. Waterstock Golf Club and Oxfordshire Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Bicester Village and Covered Market. Waterperry Gardens and Barton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Oxford travel guide
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Wheatley, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • Waterperry Gardens
    Waterperry Gardens
    7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Waterstock Golf Club
    3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Barton Leisure Centre
    4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • C.S. Lewis's Grave
    5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Shotover Country Park
    6 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Islip Station
    15 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    5 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • The Sun Inn Wheatley
    10 min walk
  • Burger King
    4 min drive
  • Prince of Wales
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Oxford. C16th Cottage In Courtyard Setting. Garden. Parking. Free Wifi. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Shotover Country Park, Waterstock Golf Club and Waterperry Gardens. The Raymond Blanc Gardening School and Barton Leisure Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 308 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 308 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 308 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 308 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 308 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cottage. Warm , comfortable & welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage safe parking ideal for two clean comfy beds warm water heating super nice and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful in Wheatley

Lovely place to enjoy outside of Oxford. Comfortable accomodation - highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

We went to Oxford to have a calm city break and we definitely got that! The property was beautiful and in a very calm area with lovely pubs and walks :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky cottage in a great location, just ideal for our break to explore Oxford and the surrounding area.Was nice to have the owners on hand for any help and advice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jochen H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay

Nice and cozy cottage, easy check in and out, friendly hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

visit Oxford

Good location and facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

r t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent short break

Lovely cottage and in a great location for visiting the surrounding area, with great bus service to get into Oxford. Will definitely return to this great accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is an exceptionally great place to stay! Charming, clean and cosy, other than being a little challenging to actually find on arrival, we had no concerns or complaints at all. The village itself is an absolute delight with two amazing local pubs. It was magical to wander around it shortly after getting settled the first day as we recuperated after our night flight from Canada. Wisteria was in full spring bloom! The bus stop into Oxford was a pleasant short stroll away. It runs regularly making day trips easy. In the evenings we really enjoyed the fire with the firewood provided. The beautiful old windows all opened and the sounds of British birdsong every morning was the best alarm clock a person could ask for. The beds were comfortable and the linens were of a high quality. As were most of the furnishings. If you’re a large person, you may have trouble fitting in the toilet space lol. The host were responsive and helpful but also discreet so you felt quite private despite the cottage being on the same property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday short break

Lovely barn, perfect location for Oxford and Bicester.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, lots of character

Loved our stay, warm, cosy and with lots of character. Super comfy bed and well equipped. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

We were here for a Craft Fair at Waterperry Gardens so the location was perfect for us. The cottage was very cosy and comfortable and the hosts helpful and friendly. We would definitely stay here again if we do the Fair next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely historic barn stay

Nicely situated in quaint village with plenty of amenities. Cosy accommodation with everything we needed. Charming hosts and very well served with buses to & from Oxford
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Leigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage in Wheatley.

Cottage very warm and comfortable. Perfect position for getting to Oxford and surrounding countryside. Lovely and quiet. Had everything I needed for a most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon and Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wheatley stay

A lovely cottage in a quiet location, with ample parking and closure to Oxford and the M40 motorway.Very comfortable bed with good facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely rural cottage/loft close to Oxford

The stone cottage was perfect for 3 of us. We spent most of our days in Oxford, and this was lovely to come home to. Neat cafe up the road to grab breakfast and coffee from. Shops/restaurants/pubs are also nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

So easy to get to Oxford without the hassle of staying there, very comprehensive checkin etc instructions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home.

We have stayed at Gadbury Cottage a number of times over the past couple of years, it has become our home away from home. There is always a friendly welcome and the cottage is the perfect place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage

we loved the location of this charming cozy cottage in the small village outside of Oxford. It had everything we needed except for soap for the bath/shower. Easy short walk to the store, bakeries and Indian restaurant was convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely comfortable stay

Working trip. Lovely location, well equipped and comfortable. Owner was helpful and not intrusive. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base to rest and relax…

Gadbury Cottage has become the place we call home when visiting the UK. The cottage gives us a chance to relax in a very busy schedule and we always receive a lovely welcome too.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay in Wheatley

This was the perfect little cottage for us. It had what we needed and we were very comfortable. It’s was very walkable and had a bus nearby. People were very friendly. If we were to return to the area, we would look to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage in great condition, little difficult to find initially and to see the house name plate, you have to pull into the drive to see it.Very comfortable and clean and a good base for visiting Oxford and the surrounding areas, would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely new year break

A lovely cottage in a nice village location with an easy bus link into Oxford. The cottage was comfortable and homely. A perfect place for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christiane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a home from home

We came for a second time, and had 2 brilliant autumn weeks, enjoying the comfort and atmosphere of the well-equipped cottage.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023