Cottage in West Oxfordshire District
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cottage rental
On the edge of the Cotswolds, Japonica is a charming cottage ready to welcome your friends and family for a peaceful retreat. Blenheim Palace, Oxford and the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens are very close by and you're just a short walk from Jeremy Clarkson's pub The Farmer's Dog.
This grade II listed historic charterville cottage dates back to the 1800s and is full of charming details. Beautiful fireplaces, flagstone flooring, exposed stone walls and wooden beams show what life would have been like. Set across the ground floor the open plan living area is spacious and full of light with a lovely sage green kitchen, breakfast bar and comfortable sitting area. The formal dining room gives you space to eat homecooked meals together and you can open the stable doors out to the external dining terrace. Three bedrooms each have a peaceful finish and there are two bathrooms, including an en-suite in the master bedroom.
In the garden a wonderful dining area is tucked away providing a secluded space to host group dinners. Alongside is a lawned garden and there is space for three cars to park on the driveway.
Ground Floor
Open Plan Kitchen/Living Room
This fabulous space is the heart of the home, where you will spend time cooking meals together, lingering over drinks and long chats and having quick breakfasts before heading out for the day. At one end, the kitchen has an oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster and coffee machine. A breakfast bar seats 4 and is perfect for less formal meals. Open the French doors to the garden so you have a wonderful view while preparing meals.
The sitting area includes two three-seater sofas and a smart TV so you can put your feet up and relax. Sitting beside exposed stone with old fireplaces, a woodburning stove, and a flagstone floor you are immersed in the atmosphere of this charming Cotswold cottage.
Dining Room
Set the table so you can all eat together and celebrate special occasions. The table can be extended for extra serving space if you've planned a feast. At the end of this room is a sofa, a secret hideaway if you just want a moment to yourself to get lost in a good book. You will also find the washing machine and tumble dryer tucked away here.
Bedroom Three
An old sliding stable door opens into bedroom three which is ideal for younger guests or two friends sharing. The bunk beds sit perpendicular to each other and there are two chests of drawers.
Bathroom
Shared between bedrooms two and three, the bathroom has a bath with a hand-held shower, WC and basin.
Bedroom Two
The double bed sits between two bedside tables with lamps, giving you somewhere to have your morning cup of coffee in bed.
Bedroom One
The master bedroom is at the end of the house giving guests staying here extra privacy. With a king-size bed, chest of drawers, wardrobe and bedside tables you will feel at home.
En-Suite
An added bonus, the en-suite has a shower, WC and basin.
Outside
Spend time outside in the secluded garden dining al fresco beneath bright Cotswold skies. A table seating six is tucked behind the cottage away from view while the lawn stretches away to one side. Start a morning stroll here and continue through the village to the old hall and dovecote, stopping off at the Old Swan for a drink.
Points of Note
Japonica is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted.
While Japonica is a ground floor property, there are a handful of internal steps.
This grade II listed historic charterville cottage dates back to the 1800s and is full of charming details. Beautiful fireplaces, flagstone flooring, exposed stone walls and wooden beams show what life would have been like. Set across the ground floor the open plan living area is spacious and full of light with a lovely sage green kitchen, breakfast bar and comfortable sitting area. The formal dining room gives you space to eat homecooked meals together and you can open the stable doors out to the external dining terrace. Three bedrooms each have a peaceful finish and there are two bathrooms, including an en-suite in the master bedroom.
In the garden a wonderful dining area is tucked away providing a secluded space to host group dinners. Alongside is a lawned garden and there is space for three cars to park on the driveway.
Ground Floor
Open Plan Kitchen/Living Room
This fabulous space is the heart of the home, where you will spend time cooking meals together, lingering over drinks and long chats and having quick breakfasts before heading out for the day. At one end, the kitchen has an oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster and coffee machine. A breakfast bar seats 4 and is perfect for less formal meals. Open the French doors to the garden so you have a wonderful view while preparing meals.
The sitting area includes two three-seater sofas and a smart TV so you can put your feet up and relax. Sitting beside exposed stone with old fireplaces, a woodburning stove, and a flagstone floor you are immersed in the atmosphere of this charming Cotswold cottage.
Dining Room
Set the table so you can all eat together and celebrate special occasions. The table can be extended for extra serving space if you've planned a feast. At the end of this room is a sofa, a secret hideaway if you just want a moment to yourself to get lost in a good book. You will also find the washing machine and tumble dryer tucked away here.
Bedroom Three
An old sliding stable door opens into bedroom three which is ideal for younger guests or two friends sharing. The bunk beds sit perpendicular to each other and there are two chests of drawers.
Bathroom
Shared between bedrooms two and three, the bathroom has a bath with a hand-held shower, WC and basin.
Bedroom Two
The double bed sits between two bedside tables with lamps, giving you somewhere to have your morning cup of coffee in bed.
Bedroom One
The master bedroom is at the end of the house giving guests staying here extra privacy. With a king-size bed, chest of drawers, wardrobe and bedside tables you will feel at home.
En-Suite
An added bonus, the en-suite has a shower, WC and basin.
Outside
Spend time outside in the secluded garden dining al fresco beneath bright Cotswold skies. A table seating six is tucked behind the cottage away from view while the lawn stretches away to one side. Start a morning stroll here and continue through the village to the old hall and dovecote, stopping off at the Old Swan for a drink.
Points of Note
Japonica is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted.
While Japonica is a ground floor property, there are a handful of internal steps.
Amenities at Japonica - Minster Lovell
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of West Oxfordshire District
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Japonica is a beautifully set up cottage. Scrupulously clean and well decorated, it has everything a group needs for a comfortable and high quality stay.
In terms of helping other would be guests decide if Japonica is for them, it might be important for some guests to know that the cottage is situated on the main Burford Road, albeit well set back. This was in no way an issue for us, but those who are bothered by noise might want to know thay there is no problem with traffic noise in any of the bedrooms but it can be heard if windows are open from the sitting room.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Cannot praise this bungalow highly enough. Everything you need is supplied. It was well laid out and very comfortable. The log burner was an excellent addition when the evening got chilly. Excellent location for exploring the Cotswolds and a visit to the Farmers Dog..!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
We stayed at Japonica with another couple, the cottage is furnished and equipped really nicely which made it feel very homely, there was pleanty of logs available to use the log burner. The weather was nice so we used the outdoor furniture. I think an outside firepit would be a nice addition for summer. I definitely recommend and sure we will be back sometime!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Japonica was immaculately presented and is very well appointed. Met all our requirements for a meeting up of family.
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10Outstanding
(14 Ratings)
"Japonica is a beautifully set up cottage. Scrupulously clean and well decorated, it has everything a group needs for a comfortable and high quality stay.
In terms of helping other would be guests dec..."
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