Grade II Listed 16th-Century Barn Near Cotswolds & Oxford

See all properties

Entire home

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Swindon, England

Wyvern Theatre
‪13 min drive‬
Swindon Designer Outlet
‪16 min drive‬
Lydiard Park
‪19 min drive‬
Brize Norton (BZZ-RAF Brize Norton)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Nestled in the Vale of the White Horse, this Grade II-listed 16th-century barn has been thoughtfully converted to provide a blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, The Barn offers a spacious and inviting retreat just a short drive from the Cotswolds, Oxford, and beyond.

Inside, you’ll find exposed beams, high ceilings, and charming stone walls, creating a cozy yet elegant space. The open-plan kitchen and dining area make it perfect for families and groups, while the comfortable living space invites you to relax after a day of exploring. The Barn is fully equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable stay.

Ideal Location for Exploring:
The Barn is centrally located for visiting Oxford, Bath, Bristol, Cheltenham, and London, offering easy access to quaint villages, historic sites, and scenic trails. Whether you're looking for hiking, cycling, horseback riding, or cultural experiences, this location has something for everyone.

Unwind in a peaceful countryside setting, enjoy the fresh air and open landscapes, and experience the best of rural England with all the comforts of home.

We also offer The Coach House,
Ref: #8043336, making this a perfect location for extended family bookings or 2 parties.

Property manager

David & Gillian

Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ask a question

Similar properties

Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Long-term renters welcome

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Swindon

Located in Swindon, this holiday home is in a rural area. Great Coxwell Barn and Faringdon Folly Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and King George V Field Play Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Buscot Park, or check out an event or a game at Stratton St Margaret Parish Grounds.

Swindon, England

What's nearby

Coate Water Country Park - 12 min drive - 14.9 km
Wyvern Theatre - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
Museum of the Great Western Railway - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
Swindon Designer Outlet - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
Lydiard Park - 19 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

Swindon Station - 23 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Highworth Hotel - ‬4 min drive
‪The Rose & Crown - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪St Margaret's Retail Park - ‬8 min drive
‪Jolly Tar Inn Bed Breakfast - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grade II Listed 16th-Century Barn Near Cotswolds & Oxford pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Grade II Listed 16th-Century Barn Near Cotswolds & Oxford?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grade II Listed 16th-Century Barn Near Cotswolds & Oxford?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grade II Listed 16th-Century Barn Near Cotswolds & Oxford located?

This family-friendly Swindon holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tuckmill Meadow and Shrivenham Park Golf Club. Arts Theatre and DCMT Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

2 July 2023

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

Wonderful country retreat

We had a fantastic time staying at the Barn, everything was as advertised, Gillian and David were brilliant and would definitely recommend this property, nice area exactly what we were looking for.

Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anoukh v., Borne

20 August 2023

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

Fantastic!

The Barn is an amazing place to stay. It is cosy with beautiful authentic details, the view is brilliant and it is equipped with everything you need. The surrounding is amazing. We really recommend it!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolin H.

3 November 2023

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

lovely stay at "The Barn"

The cottage is really well-equipped, spotlessly clean, with spacious rooms and a very nice kitchen. There is a garden at the back where the kids could play, plus a bigger one at the front of the house too. Gillian and David made us feel very welcome and we had a lovely week at "The Barn".

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralf K.

26 April 2022

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

Perfect stay at perfect location

Gillian and David are nice hosts - we realy had a good time at the Barn. Thanks for everything ... Amira & Ralf

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian G.

23 July 2024

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

Beautiful accommodationBe

Very well maintained house which is furnished with attention to detail. The owners are very accommodating and helpful. We were helped with a lot of time with our rental car and the rental company. Thanks again for that! The location is very quiet in a rural setting. There is plenty of outdoor space available. The rooms are also very comfortable with very comfortable mattresses. Large kitchen, dining area and living room. I can only recommend this accommodation. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

19 June 2023

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

Countryside home away from home

The best hosts! We couldn’t have asked for a nicer couple to help us when our plans had to change mid-trip, they were kind and thoughtful. The home is a bucolic getaway in the country ideally situated for any number of day trips, the kitchen had everything we could have asked for, and the main bath was perfect for our family of 5. Would love to visit again!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm B.

14 June 2021

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

Fabulous stay in idyllic location

Lovely barn conversion with fantastic views owned by warm and engaging hosts. You will find everything you need for a home from home stay. Comfy beds, beautiful views - from the kitchen window and the outdoor decking area and lawn. We loved watching the birds and especially the swifts chasing each other across the fields. The hosts, Gillian and David are on hand if needed, but are not intrusive. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

13 August 2023

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

What a fantastic place to stay!

On a recent trip to the UK from Canada, we stayed in 5 different locations. This was easily our favourite. Spacious guest house on their farm. Easy parking, beautiful views off the back deck, modern appliances, lots of space in the kitchen. Bedrooms were spacious, comfortable beds, well maintained bathroom. Checkin and interactions with our lovely hosts were informative. They are both easy to work with. We wish we had more time there and would make a specific point of going back if we are ever back to the UK.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

18 September 2020

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

Spacious Converted Barn

I stayed alone in this converted barn for two weeks. It is totally spectacular inside and very well maintained. All three bedrooms are beautiful. It was exceptionally clean and fully equipped with everything you would need throughout your stay. The countryside views are breathtaking from the windows, especially from the master bedroom and the kitchen. You may not want to leave as it is so relaxing and peaceful there. I could have stayed there forever. Thank you to the owners for a memorable stay. I will be back.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

yCh4rhrpAEcd0Lr3O2ECPWffSl2fK29sG1pXlAGLcHuhXkt4dM0PPXf0/Wi1AAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqG 4.

5 January 2023

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

Disliked: Communication

Poor customer service - do NOT stay until the water pressure issue is resolved

We stayed between 24th – 29th December 2022 and throughout our stay there was very low water pressure at the property and we were unable to shower. The bath and toilets took a long time to fill as a consequence. We notified the hosts, David and Gillian, of the issue at the time and as the issue could not be resolved during our stay we asked them for compensation (the value of one night) following our stay. They were dismissive and uncooperative in their messages and despite Vrbo speaking with them on the phone, they would not offer us any compensation and Vrbo could not help us further, as any compensation is solely down to the hosts discretion and Vrbo have no power to intervene. I would therefore recommend to only book this property, once you have confirmed with the hosts that this issue has been resolved. The property itself is really nice, a great space and in a very nice location, so it was a shame we were unable to shower / wash properly and the hosts did not provide good customer service and did not even apologise for the inconvenience.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey W S.

26 August 2022

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

Beautiful setting

Great place to stay in the country- close to Oxford and the Cotswolds. Very comfortable,no complaints. Given a nice tour by owner. Has a great outdoor area for the kids.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

10 February 2022

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

Just the job!

We were looking for somewhere to stay with family to celebrate a 60th birthday. The Barn's generous size was what first attracted us to it and once there we found it to be very comfortable sand warm with an incredibly well equipped kitchen and a very pleasing design. The hosts were very welcoming with just the right balance of leaving us to ourselves and being ready to help.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

5 November 2021

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

In a word, Tranquil.

The quietest place we have ever stayed. Excellent views, very spacious, kitchen was very well equipped and supplied with a lot more than just the essentials. The whole property was very well appointed and clean. David and Gillian were very friendly and always there if needed, but not 'always there' as some hosts are wont to be on occasion. All in all we had a perfect stay and would not hesitate to book again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

25 September 2021

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

Loved it!

We stayed for five weeks and it was wonderful. Lovely property, very well equipped and very clean. Dave and Gillian were fabulous! Highly recommended!

Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kath B.

25 August 2021

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

Family reunion

Lovely spacious property, indoors and outside, which was perfect for three couples to get together but which had the room to be 'separate'. A really well equipped home from home.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon M.

15 July 2021

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

Wonderful house and guests

We had the loveliest stay at this beautiful barn. Very clean, peaceful and quiet surroundings and very comfortable beds. We were staying with small children (ages 2 and 6 months) and my parents. Very family and child friendly with lots of space and a nice garden with a Wendy house which my daughter loved. David and Gillian were really welcoming, quick to respond to all questions before our visit and provided everything you could need and more for a few nights away. We hope to be back next year!

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

31 October 2020

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

Excellent stay in a beautiful converted barn

This beautiful barn is well equipped to a high standard and is set in a perfect location to visit Oxford, Bath & the Cotswolds. The owners Gillian and David are very welcoming and available if required. We would certainly highly recommend a stay here to our friends and family.

10/10 Excellent

Prisca Z.

19 August 2020

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

Beautiful Barn, quiet, lovely view, excellent for a quiet getaway.

One downside, needing car to access footpaths.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne G.

24 September 2019

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

Eine besonders schöne Scheune!

Liebevoll eingerichtete, modern umgebaute, gemütliche Unterkunft in einer ehemaligen Scheune. Perfekt zentral gelegen für Ausflüge nach Oxford (30 min.), Bristol (60 min.), Stonehenge (90 min.), Stratford-upon-Avon (75 min.). Absolut idyllisch auf dem Land gelegen. Gillian und David, die nebenan wohnen, waren immer ansprechbar und sehr hilfsbereit.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Phil

31 August 2019

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

August 2019 Week stay 👍🏼😀👍🏼

We stayed at The Barn for a week. The Barn is spacious, well equipped, clean and very peaceful. The owners are very friendly & not intrusive. Myself, wife and two children all enjoyed our stay very much and would definitely recommend. The garden is great, secluded and great views. We used the decking and garden furniture regularly. Only possible gripe if I had to, was the WiFi is not what we are used to, very slow. Not for Netflix addicts 🤣😅🤣 Suited me but not my teenage daughter. Thanks to the owners Regards Phil.

10/10 Excellent

Alex L.

21 October 2018

Charming cottage with breathtaking views to rolling countryside!!

We stayed in October 2018, 4 adults and 2 children. We were greeted by the owners and shown around, the barn is simply furnished and elegantly decorated, giving you everything you need for a very comfortable stay. The owners were warm and accommodating and went the extra mile (like getting the children a skewer and cotton for conkers!!) overall, fab! Highly recommend it! Bibury and Lechlade on Thames are a must visit!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sake V., Burgum Holland

9 August 2018

A beautiful cozy house that is equipped with all comforts

The spacious house is in a rural location with lots of privacy. The interior is as good as new and has a nice atmosphere. The beds are excellent.The bathroom is new. In the spacious kitchen you will find all the equipment and crockery you need to prepare a good meal. Behind the house you will find a new spacious veranda with views over the countryside. The owners are very friendly and helpful. Overall a must and we are definitely planning to go here again! Greetings Sake, Folkje and Jan from the Netherlands Het ruime huis is landelijk gelegen met veel privacy. Het interieur is zo goed als nieuw en heeft een fijne sfeer. De bedden zijn uitstekend. De badkamer is nieuw. In de ruime keuken vind je alle apparatuur en servies wat je nodig hebt om een goede maaltijd te bereiden. Achter het huis vind je een nieuwe ruime veranda met uitzicht over de landerijen. De eigenaren zijn zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Kortom een aanrader en we zijn zeker van plan om hier nog een keer naar toe te gaan! Groeten Sake, Folkje en Jan uit Nederland

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by David & Gillian

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Grade II Listed 16th-Century Barn Near Cotswolds & Oxford

Photo gallery for Grade II Listed 16th-Century Barn Near Cotswolds & Oxford

Reviews

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property