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The Forge at Smithy Cottage

Milcombe, Oxfordshire (Ref. 1024476)

4.9★

Manor Cottages rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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39 Customer Review(s)

  • Anais

    “Fantastic property which has been done to great standards and with attention to detail.”

    The amenities were modern, everything was clean and lovely. We could tell that Mark and Sue have put a lot of care and thoughts on the cottage! Our time at The Forge was amazing and we loved discovering the area.

    The amenities were modern, everything was clean and lovely. We could tell that Mark and Sue have put a lot of care and thoughts on the cottage! Our time at The Forge was amazing and we loved discovering the area.

    - Anais, October 2024
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Summary

  • Studio-style open-plan living space with king-size bed, dining area and sitting area
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Oil central heating with under-floor heating in open-plan living space
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, Smart TV, WiFi and a selection of books
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair available on request
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Rear patio garden with seating
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles

The property

This charming, historic detached single storey dwelling is residing in Milcombe, Oxfordshire.

Once a blacksmith's workshop, the property has been finished to a high standard and showcases rustic original features, whilst being a superb dwelling for a couple looking to escape to the Cotswolds.

A private off-road parking space awaits you on the gravel drive, before you enjoy an alfresco coffee on the bench outside.

Wooden beams and exposed stonework are perfectly showcased within the open-plan living space, where you can rest those post-walk soles while relaxing in front of the smart TV with a well-earned beer or glass of wine.

Adjoining the space is the fabulously equipped, modern kitchen, complete with every appliance imaginable to ensure that your time here is as relaxing and enjoyable as it can be; enjoy the dishes you can create at the dining table for two.

Common spices and oils are supplied, as are the basic starter essentials, so you can enjoy a cuppa on arrival.

The king size bed is just a few short steps away and is partly partitioned from the rest of the room by the clever use of open shelving.

The cottage also benefits from a contemporary shower room, where you can soak away the strenuous day of exploring.

If cooking isn't your thing then don't worry, as the highly regarded village pub, The Horse and Groom, with its extensive bar menu, is found just a few hundred yards away.

If you want to get out and explore the area, travel a short distance to the quaint village of Bloxham and explore the fascinating Bloxham Village Museum, play a game of eighteen holes at Hillside Farm Golf Range, or embark on the Bloxham Circular Walk amongst others.

The market town of Banbury is less than six miles away, home to a good selection of shops, convenience stores and pubs, as well as a museum & gallery, arts centre and pretty park.

Close by, the fortified manor house of Broughton Castle is surrounded by parkland and boasts pristine gardens that are well-worth exploring.

Further afield, the market town of Chipping Norton provides a gateway into the Cotswolds AONB, alongside a popular weekly market, a fabulous theatre, as well as cafés and welcoming pubs serving food and real ales.

Make the most of the Cotswolds and explore more of its picturesque villages, many built from Cotswold or honey-coloured Horton stone, before checking out the thriving city of Oxford and the popular Bicester Shopping Outlet.

The Forge at Smithy Cottage provides endless opportunities to explore the magnificent Cotswolds with your loved one.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

MILCOMBE

Bloxham 1.6 miles; Banbury 5 miles.

Set amongst the rural landscapes of Oxford is the peaceful village of Milcombe, a pretty settlement that boasts honey-coloured ironstone buildings and is sure to be a haven for those looking to escape from it all. Milcombe is served by a convenience store, a historic church and the 17th century Horse & Groom Inn, a great spot that provides a welcoming atmosphere and tasty dishes! Visitors looking for nearby attractions should visit the Rye Hill and Tadmarton Heath golf clubs for a game of putty. Nature lovers will benefit from taking a furry friend for a stroll around the close-by Oaklands Secure Dog Walking route, before enjoying an afternoon of fishing in the tranquil Fernhill Farm's waters. The village of Bloxham isn't far and history fans can enjoy wandering through the Bloxham Village Museum, before exploring the breathtaking grounds of Broughton Castle. The village is additionally within easy reach of the historic market town of Banbury and the Cotswolds AONB, allowing visitors to relish what the wider area has to offer, before coming back to relax in a quaint location.

Please Note; this cottage does not have any allocated private outside space, but you are welcome to enjoy your morning coffee, or an evening glass of wine in the owners' garden.
Please Note: the cottage requires a Good House-Keeping Bond of £100.00.
Please Note: Due to its size the cottage is not suitable for children. However, babes in arms only are welcome.
Please Note: TV is accessed via 'catch up' and not all channels can be watched 'live'.