Bay Tree Cottage is tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of a pretty village.

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Bay Tree Cottage, Shipton-under-Wychwood: Pretty bedroom with a king-size bed

Bay Tree Cottage, Shipton-under-Wychwood

To the front of the cottage you'll find a pretty cottage garden and garden furniture

Bay Tree Cottage, Shipton-under-Wychwood: The perfect place to relax

9.3Outstanding

(63 Ratings)

"Perfect 3 nights stay. Lovely cottage, and nice to meet Vanessa the host. Stairs took a bit of getting used to as very steep but that’s to be expected in old cottage. Charming place and village and ..."

Debbie A.

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9.3 / 10.0

Outstanding(63 Ratings)

Cottage in West Oxfordshire District

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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About this cottage rental

Bay Tree Cottage is the perfect romantic bolthole. Tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of this very pretty village with a choice of excellent pubs and restaurants within easy strolling distance, it manages to combine an away from it all feeling with a location that makes it an ideal base for exploring with or without a car.

Packed with period features; flagstone floors, original beams and a generous stone fireplace complete with wood burning stove, it's obvious that Bay Tree Cottage has been restored with love. Four legged friends are welcome too and when it comes to walking routes, you'll be spoilt for choice.

Additional Information
PARKING - Please note there is parking round the corner from Bay Tree down a quiet lane called Swinbrook Lane.
PLEASE NOTE that the stairs are characteristic of a period cottage and are therefore a little steep but do have a handrail. As such the cottage may not be suitable for anyone with limited mobility.
This property is suitable for two guests only.
Two small well behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).

Ground Floor:
Sitting/dining room
With a large inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove. LCD television with Freeview, DVD player and CD radio. When it's time for dinner, a gateleg table and chairs allows more formal dining.
Kitchen
With an electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer box, microwave and washer/dryer.

First Floor:
NB: Please note the steps to the first floor are very steep.
Double bedroom
With 5’ king-size bed and an LCD television with Freeview and DVD player.
Bathroom
With a bath and overhead shower, wash basin, wc and a heated towel rail.

Outside:
To the front of the cottage you'll find a country cottage garden and garden furniture.
A short stroll along the lane will take you to the beautiful pastoral views seen in the photo gallery and a short walk into the village takes you along a tree-lined lane leading to the village's Wychwood Wild Garden, 12.5 acres of woodland, gardens and ponds - quintessential Cotswold country and absolutely charming.

Amenities at Bay Tree Cottage is tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of a pretty village.

Non-smoking

No pets allowed

Map of West Oxfordshire District

Nearby attractions

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

15.8 mi

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

6.1 mi

Stratford Butterfly Farm

23.7 mi

National Trust - Stowe

27.4 mi

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Top rated by guests

9.3Outstanding

(63 Ratings)

Debbie A.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.3 / 10.0

Outstanding(63 Ratings)

Cottage in West Oxfordshire District

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

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

Map of West Oxfordshire District

Nearby attractions

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

15.8 mi

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

6.1 mi

Stratford Butterfly Farm

23.7 mi

National Trust - Stowe

27.4 mi

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Non-smoking

No pets allowed

Ratings and reviews

9.3 / 10.0

Outstanding(63 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect 3 nights stay. Lovely cottage, and nice to meet Vanessa the host. Stairs took a bit of getting used to as very steep but that’s to be expected in old cottage. Charming place and village and 4 pubs in walking distance. Peaceful. Very clean and loved the mini food hamper for our stay and dog treats for Ralph our fox terrier.

8.0 / 10.0

We spend a very happy time in this cosy littel cottage, with a full basket presentet to us and fresh fruits and butter and milk in the fridge. We had realy everything. A nice pub nearby and beautiful landscape around.

6.0 / 10.0

Historic terraced cottage in Shipton under Wychwood, a delightful Cotswold village near Burford and Chipping Norton. Well placed for visiting many local attractions. Cottage was accessed via several steps from the road. No off-road parking so parked on narrow lane in front, as I was told by neighbours not to park in front of their properties just round the corner. Cottage was in a satisfactory condition but fell short of the standards I'm used to at HPB properties. The use of one bar of opened soap in the bathroom was inadequate. I am used to emptying trash/recycling into bins but didn't expect to have to manhandle the rubbish bin down the steps to the road for collection by refuse operatives. Overall, my stay was disappointing. The interior of the cottage isn't maintained to a high standard and doesn't represent value for money. It's a shame as the location is superb.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful cottage, ideal location for exploring the Cotswolds. Lovely welcome hamper on arrival. Cottage was well equipped.

10.0 / 10.0

A well equipped quaint cottage situated in a pretty quiet village with a pleasant walk to The Wychwood pub and the Lamb Inn. Stow on the Wold and Bourton on the Water were only a few miles away by car and Shipton upon Wychwood was an ideal location. The bed was sooooo comfortable and we would awake to the sound of horses clip clopping from the stables opposite out on their mornings exercise. It was lovely to meet the owner of the cottage and there was a small hamper of goodies and a chocolate orange left on the bed to welcome us. The cottage was clean and there are lovely walks to be had. We returned from our short break fully refreshed and relaxed after our stay in this beautiful cottage in beautiful surroundings. What a way to recharge those batteries.

8.0 / 10.0

The cosy cottage has been very well modernised without losing its charm. It is in a lovely area with plenty of interesting places to visit.

10.0 / 10.0

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the cottage. Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

We had an amazing stay in Bay tree cottage, very well thought out with everything you need and more. Wonderful welcome pack left for our arrival The cottage is just beautiful, very quaint, very clean and very welcoming Location is just perfect to visit some wonderful places in the Cotswolds as very central to lots of places to visit Our only downside, which did not spoil our stay was the Weather !! But that’s typical of our country !! Amazing cottage,in a beautiful location which we highly recommend Thank you for our stay

10.0 / 10.0

Bay Tree Cottage is a lovely cottage and Shipton-Under-Wychwood a great village as a base for a break in the Cotswolds. The Cottage is really comfortable for two and well equipped. Parking around the corner no problem at all. Our Host provided loads of information before we travelled and met us just after we arrived which was great, and had also left a welcome hamper with bread, wine and Hot Cross Buns. Thoroughly Recommended !!

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful cottage in the lovely Cotwolds, the cottage is absolutely delightful, so cosy, and has excellent facilities.Owner Vanessa was so helpful and friendly.

6.0 / 10.0

Bed really uncomfortable, found a woodlouse in the bed too. Electric shower in the property but the water pressure was poor. Location was good though and the property was pretty. The owner left us a basket of goodies which was nice.

10.0 / 10.0

The warmest of welcomes from our host with lots of handy local advice.cottage is beautifully furnished and having a cooks cupboard of staples was very handy.the log fire was a bonus and with temperatures going to -5 was really needed for a cosy experience. The cottage is tiny,and for a short break ideal but for us with heaps of stuff storage wa tight,but that's really our issue!!parking around the corner wasn't the greatest but in these tiny villages inevitable.local pubs were fab and we loved the village was perfectly located for our day excursions.tgankyou for a lovely stay

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent cottage, brilliant hostess, wonderful hamper to greet us - and a personal greeting from the hostess herself. We could not recommend Bay Tree Cottage more highly

10.0 / 10.0

A delightful little cottage set in an area of outstanding beauty. We could not fault the facilities, Vanessa greeted us and supplied a lovely basket of goodies for both ourselves and our dog. Lots of walks and local eateries to sample and very well placed for trips to local beauty spots and villages. We had not expected the road to be quite so busy but we really enjoyed our week and the weather was perfect. Certainly we would return.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely cottage, good location, lots of attention to detail with unexpected welcome pack - a very nice touch

10.0 / 10.0

Relaxing in the Cotswolds

Relaxing in the Cotswolds

A very comfortable well kept cottage. Only drawback was steep stairs to the first floor. We had a great time and enjoyed Shiptston.

10.0 / 10.0

Pleasant break in the Cotswolds

Pleasant break in the Cotswolds

A quaint little cottage in a super location to enjoy the bast of the Cotswolds. Excellent food at 4 locations within 5 minutes of the cottage

10.0 / 10.0

Relaxing

Relaxing

Ideal for a short stay lots of pleasant walks.also very good eateries so no need to cook.The road was very busy during the day but didn't spoil our break

8.0 / 10.0

Bay Tree

Bay Tree

Excellent location and owner. Cottage smaller than expected, with difficult stairs. Very small kitchen. Furniture requires updating/repairing.

8.0 / 10.0

Character cottage well located.

Character cottage well located.

Compact cottage with character. Well located for Cotswold attractions. Walking distance of three dining pubs. Pretty front garden with sitting area. Stairs would be a bit of a challenge for those with mobility issues. It is not possible to park in front of the cottage. Any vehicle has to be left in a parallel road. Overall this was a cosy, comfortable and enjoyable cottage to stay in.

8.0 / 10.0

Cottage holiday

Cottage holiday

We really enjoyed are stay at the Cottage. Very central for exploring the Cotswolds and the village itself was delightful. The stairs took a little time to get use to but no problem after several tries. Vanessa was most helpful with the initial details and map. Would certainly recommend to others provided they are agile enough to cope with the stairs. The cottage provided everything we needed for our stay and the welcome hamper was simply the best. Thank you Vanessa.

10.0 / 10.0

Well located, comfortable and well equipped character cottage.

Well located, comfortable and well equipped character cottage.

Bay Tree Cottage was welcoming and comfortable. We were able to walk to the local pubs in 5/10 minutes and the attractive Cotswold Town of Burford was only 10 minutes drive. Shipton Under Whychwood was itself full of fascinating properties in a semi-rural setting. Vanessa was excellent, providing some basic provisions and on-hand to show us the essentials. Our stay coincided with a very cold spell so we needed to use the electric heating a little more in the evening and could have used the wood burner if necessary. The tiled floor in the bathroom was particularly cold, so remember your slippers. The kitchen was well equipped and all the appliances easy to use. The bed was very comfortable and the linen/towels lovely. Overall we had a very pleasant stay and would love to go back again.

8.0 / 10.0

Nice, but make it clear that the wood-burner essential for warmth in the winter

Nice, but make it clear that the wood-burner essential for warmth in the winter

It should be made clear in the website 'details', pre-booking, that for comfortable heating and warmth in the winter, the use of the wood-burner is essential, and even then, upstairs was chilly. The electric central heating was on low and the thermostats were inaccessible, and any heat was 'screened' by the 'decorative covers' over the radiators. The approximate cost of a packet of fire-wood etc should be given in the 'details'. We used one every evening. Our host was pleasant and the 'welcome' hamper very welcome. The kitchen was small but well-equipped, with all basics provided, and the appliances good. A drawer fridge-freezer would be useful for longer stays. The bathroom was up-to-date with plentiful hot water, and the towels were good, though the towel rail was inadequate as a heater. Hand grabs would be useful to help access to the shower over the bath. The bed and bedding were very comfortable though the room was cold. The lighting upstairs was poor, and the side lights could be better in the sitting-room, in spite of the 3 or 4 spotlights centre/overhead. The garden was tidy and would be a pleasant sitting-out area in warm weather. Sadly, this cottage was not warm enough for a winter let in my view (and we were out and about during daylight hours). I would only recommend this cottage in the warmer months.

10.0 / 10.0

Just beautiful..

Just beautiful..

We absolutely loved our stay here at Bay Tree. Vanessa was a wonderful host, who even provided us with gluten free treats as a welcome gift-very thoughtful! The cottage itself is stunning, with everything you need for a relaxing stay. We visited the Lamb Inn for a taste of their own homemade gin which was beautiful. We didn’t intend on using our long weekend for adventures, more just for some much needed R&R and that’s exactly what we got. Log burner was a real treat, as was the super comfy bed! Thanks Vanessa, we’ll definitely be back!

8.0 / 10.0

.Good welcome.

.Good welcome.

Everything was fine.Perhaps suggest that the open fire facility would not really be necessary, unless really cold weather, as there were efficient radiators..

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect

Perfect

Fabulous location and charming property Owner came to welcome us even though it was Christmas Eve the best Hamper was given to us and the cottage was very well stocked with everything we needed. Would definitely recommend fabulous cottage perfect location

10.0 / 10.0

Characterful cottage in a great location

Characterful cottage in a great location

Had a lovely week here for a winter birthday. Despite the weather (just about everything including storms and snow!) we had a great time in an area filled with days out and walks. Plenty of great places to eat out locally, several within easy walking distance.

10.0 / 10.0

A wonderful stay in a beautiful location

A wonderful stay in a beautiful location

Bay Tree Cottage is a delightful cottage in a charming part of the Cotswolds. The landlord made us feel extremely welcome. Shipton under Wychwood is a lovely village with super places to eat. I cannot recommend it strongly enough!

10.0 / 10.0

Bay Tree Cottage

Bay Tree Cottage

We had a lovely stay, in what is a beautiful cottage. It was lovely to meet the host on our first night who took the time to introduce us to the house. We loved the location, it was perfect for taking time out and recharging.

8.0 / 10.0

2 night break

2 night break

A very enjoyable and relaxing stay at Bay Tree Cottage. Well equipped and lots of added extras supplied by the friendly owner Vanessa. The garden is lovely spot to enjoy a drink and we managed to do this even in October as the weather was kind to us. Lots of independent shops at nearby Burford and just a short drive to the Cotswold Wildlife Park which is well worth a visit.

10.0 / 10.0

Cosy cottage in good location for exploring

Cosy cottage in good location for exploring

The Bay Tree Cottage is small but perfectly formed. The welcome pack provided by Vanessa was a lovely touch with treats for us and our dog Poppy. There are loads of great walking books in the cottage which meant we had lots of choice and information when searching for places to visit. The bed was comfy and the place was clean with plenty of towels and other provisions in the kitchen (cling film, spices, washing up liquid etc.) I'd brought things with me but really didn't need to. It's a beautiful area with 3 pubs in the village within walking distance (though we only tried 2). There is no parking outside the cottage but there is a lane a couple of minutes walk away where it is easy to park. Vanessa made us feel very welcome and we would definitely recommend this as a place for 2 people (and a dog!) to stay with lots to explore on your doorstep.

10.0 / 10.0

Great place to stay

Great place to stay

Vanessa was most welcoming and showed us how everything worked. She also gave us tips on what to see around the village and surroundings. The cottage although small was most comfortable and there were hand rails to help us up the v narrow staircase. Lovely village especially the wild wood garden. Enjoyed our stay greatly

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful week at Bay Tree Cottage !

Wonderful week at Bay Tree Cottage !

One of the best UK holidays we’ve ever had. The host Vanessa was charming and was very helpful on our arrival. The cottage itself was perfect in every way, and the location within the Cotswolds is fantastic with easy access to many local amenities and all of the charming villages and towns are easily reached. So much to see and do in and around the area. I would recommend a stay at Bay Tree Cottage to anyone visiting the Cotswolds, it is wonderful !!!

10.0 / 10.0

Very pleasant stay

Very pleasant stay

We had a very enjoyable stay in Bay Tree Cottage, The bed was really comfortable!. Vanessa the owner was extremely friendly and helpful, providing a local map, information on local amenities etc and lovely welcome surprises - including a bottle of wine. The kitchen is quite small but there was everything there that we needed and the outdoor table and chairs were put to good use .The stairs are very steep - but this was made very clear when we booked and the hand rails meant that we didn't have a problem, but anyone with mobility problems may have. We loved the local area and enjoyed visiting the Wychwood Wild Garden and local pubs - all within walking distance.

10.0 / 10.0

Delightful beautiful cottage

Delightful beautiful cottage

Really lovely little cottage in a small village. Warm welcome and useful tips by the host, Vanessa. Very comfortable bed, tiny but fully equipped kitchen, lovely garden at front. Thoughtful welcome hamper with wine, bread, crumpets, biscuits, etc. Fabulous weather to boot so we had breakfast in the garden every day. Several pubs in walking distance. Particularly liked the food in The Lamb Inn (10m walk) and The Hare (5min drive). Shipton Wychwood Wild Garden was a beautiful quiet cool haven during the heatwave. Perfect break…

10.0 / 10.0

Bay tree cottage

Bay tree cottage

Faultless.Although only a one bedroom cottage there was plenty of space and home comforts especially the welcome pack.Good location for exploring the Cotswolds and with four very good pub/restaurants within three miles what more do you need !!

8.0 / 10.0

A delightful cottage with some disadvantages for people with mobility problems

A delightful cottage with some disadvantages for people with mobility problems

Bay Tree Cottage is very attractively furnished, well equipped and delightful in many ways and we had a wonderfully warm welcome from the owner who sent us much very useful information before our arrival. However, I regret that my recommendation is ‘yes, but’ because I could not recommend the cottage to ageing friends or those with mobility problems due to the very narrow and steep winding stairs to the first floor.

8.0 / 10.0

Lovely Cottage and Very Warm Welcome

Lovely Cottage and Very Warm Welcome

Excellent communication prior to our stay from Vanessa who then met us on arrival to run through a few things about the cottage. She provided a very welcome hamper with a few essentials and tasty treats (for ourselves and our dog Ollie ! ). The vases of wild flowers were a really nice touch. Kitchen very small but well equipped and perfectly fine for preparing breakfast and light snacks. The little garden was well kept and nice and private. Possible suggestion would be to have something screening the refuse bins but it's a fairly minor point. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent apart from busy traffic on country road

Excellent apart from busy traffic on country road

Everything wonderful, comfortable, clean and very well equipped. Only problem was commuter traffic morning and tea time with drivers using the country road as a short cut

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely small cottage well equipped in lovely area

Lovely small cottage well equipped in lovely area

Very nice

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Bay Tree Cottage is tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of a pretty village.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

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

Is Bay Tree Cottage is tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of a pretty village. pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Bay Tree Cottage is tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of a pretty village.?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.

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Bay Tree Cottage is tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of a pretty village.

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About this cottage rental

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Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Bay Tree Cottage is tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of a pretty village. pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Bay Tree Cottage is tucked away in an elevated position on the edge of a pretty village.?

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