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Characterful dog friendly holiday cottage - The Granary at Oriel Farm

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41216.3 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Shenington, Oxfordshire
  • Upton House
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Broughton Castle
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Hook Norton Brewery
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Gosford Airport (GOS)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Characterful dog friendly holiday cottage - The Granary at Oriel Farm

The Granary at Oriel Farm is a stunning apartment in the Cotswolds which sleeps four guests, in two characterful bedrooms, with a family bathroom. Oak beams are featured throughout the property, giving a nod to the 200 year old history of the beautiful Grade II listed apartment. The morning sun floods in through the skylights, making the spacious open plan living area the perfect place to spend a lazy morning. The whimsical garden is laid to lawn with wildflowers and a bistro dining set, making it the ideal setting for your four-legged friend to explore!

Accommodation
This two bedroom apartment in Shenington is perfectly suited for those looking to get together with family and friends, exploring the local countryside and quaint towns. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Entrance hall
Washing machine, drying rack, iron, ironing board, vacuum and shoe rack

First Floor

Kitchen/sitting/dining room
Electric oven and hob, under counter fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, toaster, kettle, cafetiere and breakfast bar with seating for two
Exposed oak beams, wood burner, Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only), three-seater sofa, two armchairs and selection of books
Dining area with table and seating for four

Master bedroom (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, armchair, two bedside tables, chest of drawers and hairdryer

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 2)
Two 75cm wide single beds (can be king size bed on request), armchair, two bedside tables, chest of drawers and wall mirror

Family bathroom
Bath with overhead shower, loo, basin and heated towel rail

Outside
Lawn, charcoal BBQ, bistro dining set for four, parasol and swing

The Finer Details
The maximum occupancy for this property is 4 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 1 additional infant (aged 2 or under)
- Bed linen and towels are provided
- Off street parking is available for up to 2 cars
- Travel cots and highchairs are not provided, so guests will need to bring these with them
- 2 medium sized dogs are welcome for an additional £40 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
- Free WiFi
- Mobile phone reception is generally poor, so WiFi calling is recommended
- Smart TV with Netflix (guests to use their own login details)
- The garden is enclosed with a right of way for the neighbouring property
- Charcoal BBQ, April to October only (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
- Oil fired central heating system
- Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove
- Please note this is a period property with character features including low beams and sloped ceilings
- Please note there are display hayloft stairs in the garden which are not to be used and children should be supervised in this area
- The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could
be at risk
- No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property

Things to Note...
- Events are not permitted without prior consent
- A security deposit is required at this property
- Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00
- Charging electric vehicles at this property is not permitted

Property manager

StayCotswold
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 first aid kit

About the area

Banbury

Banbury is home to this apartment. British Motor Museum and Chedham's Yard are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The National Herb Centre and Steane Park Garden.
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Shenington, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • Upton House - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Broughton Castle - 14 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Feldon Valley Golf Course - 18 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Hook Norton Brewery - 20 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Cotswolds Distillery - 22 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Banbury Station - 24 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Queensway Fish Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Duck on the Pond - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wykham Arms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Barley Mow - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Characterful dog friendly holiday cottage - The Granary at Oriel Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Characterful dog friendly holiday cottage - The Granary at Oriel Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Characterful dog friendly holiday cottage - The Granary at Oriel Farm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Characterful dog friendly holiday cottage - The Granary at Oriel Farm located?

Situated in Banbury, this apartment building is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Upton House and within 9 miles (15 km) of Broughton Castle and Spiceball Country Park. The National Herb Centre and Feldon Valley Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arinya N.

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

Comfortable and cozy

Honestly, wished we had more time to explore the surrounding areas as the walking trailslook so good!The property is generally well equipped (for humans and dogs!), and is perfect for a cold evening - especially the log burner. The garden is spacious if you have a dog so do bring a ball for fetch. The single beds are comfortable enough but the mattress keeps tipping us off haha Can’t fault it really. Would recommend a bigger sign for the property though but Janet was very helpful in helping us find the cottage. :) I’d say definitely arrive before dark when you first check in otherwise it may be challenging. Definitely a good area to stay in for Cotswold visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous apartment

We loved our stay at The Granary, it's a really beautiful big space and even better than expected from the pictures. Everything was really clean and we had everything we needed for a lovely long weekend.
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10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Fabulous bolthole for a weekend away

What a fabulous place for a weekend away. The property had everything we needed and the owner had added some lovely small touches such as a vase of daffodils and bowl of fruit. The pint of milk in the fridge was very much appreciated as well. The beds were especially comfortable and we slept very well.
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8/10 Good

Relaxing and warm get away

Overall this is a lovely property in a great location. We wanted a quiet stay in a warm and inviting property and this certainly fulfilled the brief! We loved the log fire. If we had gone at a later date I’m sure we would have appreciated the large garden. A few small touches would make it more welcoming eg there was little or no hand soap in the bathroom but such small things didn’t spoil our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect for a relaxing get away.

The apartment was beautiful, clean and comfortable in a lovely peaceful village. Everything we needed was included and more. Having the log burner was amazing for our January stay and made a perfect cosy night in after exploring the stunning area all day. Have to mention the nice big towels! Always a bonus. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely return. Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay in a gorgeous cozy apartment

Stayed for 4 nights between Christmas and New Year and the apartment was the perfect place to stay. So cosy yet spacious (plenty of room for a family of 4 and a dog!) Very well equipped with everything you need. Lovely location in a quiet scenic village and village pub across the Green serving great food. Visited Broadway and Bourton on the Water, all within approx 30 mins drive. Highly recommend and would love to stay again!
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10/10 Excellent

Really cosy, much bigger than it looks, gorgeous walks right for the door

We'd definitely come back. A great apartment in a beautiful barn. Really quiet location in a pretty village with gorgeous walks straight from the door - we only took the car out twice. The apartment is very cosy and warm, beds are very comfortable with lovely linen. Everything has been very well thought through. Village farm shop and a village store nearby great for provisions. Dog towels a generous bonus! Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Comfort in a great location

We had a lovely stay at The Granary. The location was very quiet with plenty of walks on the doorstep. The Granary was spacious and comfortable. Use of the garden was great for our puppy. We would recommend to family and friends.
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10/10 Excellent

katrina B.

5 day stay at Oriel Farm

First time visiting the Cotswolds, Shenington is a lovely quiet little village with lovely walks for the dog and a village pub. Great central area to visit the Cotswolds. Our accommodation was everything we wanted, comfortable, clean, great little kitchen with everything you need to cook which we used during our stay. A private outside garden to sit in on a warm evening. We will definitely be returning to The Granary.
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10/10 Excellent

katrina B.

5 day stay at Oriel Farm

First time visiting the Cotswolds, Shenington is a lovely quiet little village with lovely walks for the dog and a village pub. Great central area to visit the Cotswolds. Our accommodation was everything we wanted, comfortable, clean, great little kitchen with everything you need to cook which we used during our stay. A private outside garden to sit in on a warm evening. We will definitely be returning to The Granary.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful relaxing Cotswolds retreat.

We had a very enjoyable weeks stay at The Granary. The presentation of the property was stylish, with lovely added touches like fresh roses in living area & bedrooms. The beds were comfortable & good quality’s bed linen & towels provided. We felt very comfortable & relaxed and would highly recommend it.

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