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Patio area with furniture
Open plan lounge
Lounge
Warm up by the fire
Time for tea!
Cook up a storm in the kitchen
Well equipped
Kitchen area
Dining area
Bedroom with zip-and-link beds
Zip-and-link bedroom
Shower room
Sit out on the patio furniture
View towards the property
Cottage with character
Ample Parking for Guests
Exterior view of the forge
1 / 17  Patio area with furniture
2 / 17  Open plan lounge
3 / 17  Lounge
4 / 17  Warm up by the fire
5 / 17  Time for tea!
6 / 17  Cook up a storm in the kitchen
7 / 17  Well equipped
8 / 17  Kitchen area
9 / 17  Dining area
10 / 17  Bedroom with zip-and-link beds
11 / 17  Zip-and-link bedroom
12 / 17  Shower room
13 / 17  Sit out on the patio furniture
14 / 17  View towards the property
15 / 17  Cottage with character
16 / 17  Ample Parking for Guests
17 / 17  Exterior view of the forge

Barnforge

Banbury, Cotswolds

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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
pets No Dogs
grade 4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Open fire / wood burner
Increased accessibility
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  •  Restored former blacksmiths in a quiet village setting in the Cherwell Valley,
  • At least ten country walks to try from the village
  • Perfect for a romantic breaks getaway to explore the Cotswold villages
Overview
Property code: CC006

This holiday property is very cosy and comfortable. A former blacksmith’s forge, it is now a lovely detached cottage at the edge of Brailles village. Upper Brailes is a characterful village with some fabulous walks originating from it. Visit the village website and consult Jim’s Walks which details up to ten different circular walks – most of these walks are dog friendly. Further afield, visit Banbury and Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Oxford and Bicester Village for shopping or sightseeing, and the RSC theatre is also within reasonable driving distance. The ancient market town of Shipston-on-Stour is great for antique shops, local pubs and eateries.

On arrival at the holiday property you will find an entrance hall leading through to the lounge/kitchen/diner designed to embrace open-plan living. The lounge area has a comfortable seating, a TV/DVD, and a wood burner to keep the room warm and cosy in the evenings. The kitchen area comes equipped with electric oven and hob, a microwave and  fridge with ice box.  Use of a washing machine can be arranged. The bedroom contains a king-size zip-and-link bed (which can be made up as twin singles on request). There is an en-suite shower room with WC for convenience too.

Outside is a south-facing courtyard that can be an effective sun-trap, and is also ideal for that evening glass or two of wine, creating a great space for you to relax in the comfort of your own holiday home. Please note due to the location of this property a car is essential.

 

Read more Code: CC006

  • 1 bedroom – 1 king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a twin)
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Lovely village location in the Cotswolds
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Wood burner with a starter supply of logs provided
  • Heating (electric radiators) and electricity included
  • Bed linen and towels included
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Due to the location of this property a car is essential
  • Pub and golf course in the village within 1.5 miles which serves food
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Photos

Patio area with furniture
Open plan lounge
Lounge
Warm up by the fire
Time for tea!
Cook up a storm in the kitchen
Well equipped
Kitchen area
Dining area
Bedroom with zip-and-link beds
Zip-and-link bedroom
Show 5 moreShower room

Gemma Cole

This property is personally managed by Gemma.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Charlotte 25th October 2024

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Reviewed by David 11th October 2024

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We really enjoyed our stay at this delightful, well equipped cottage. The owner was very helpful on arrival then left us to it to enjoy our stay. The bed was extremely comfortable with excellent quality bedding, lots of pillows and towels. A warm welcome awaits at The George Inn a short (0.9 mile) walk away which serves good pub grub, but check barRead more & food opening times first. There are lots of circular walks you can do from the cottage, which can included a refreshment stop if you so desire. Hide

Reviewed by Moira 27th September 2024

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Very comfortable cottage ideal for a couple, with everything you could need, including a very welcome present on arrival of tea, coffee, milk, biscuits etc & even fresh flowers. In a great location, meaning you dont have to travel far to many places of interest. Nice quality bedding, towels, furnishings, cutlery etc which you dont often find in holRead moreiday lets! Very much a home from home, plus the Cotswolds people we came across were lovely - very friendly, polite, welcoming & helpful. Hide

Reviewed by Judy 13th September 2024

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Cottage was a delight, warm & cosy. Owner available to help with any queries. Provided storage for bikes, and some home grown tomatoes, thanks to a warm late summer Village was in the centre of lovely walking and cycling countryside , with an excellent French baker, butcher and paper shop selling useful daily needs. Pub was very friendly with a gooRead mored choice of meals Stratford and Cotswold villages all very convenient for day visits Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 19th July 2024

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Reviewed by Caroline 12th July 2024

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Nice cosy, comfortable cottage and not too far to visit all the villages.

Reviewed by Catherine 5th July 2024

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For us it was perfect. Spotlessly clean, well equipped and cosy with wood burner should you need it later in year. Parked vehicle on owners drive. Easy to get to beautiful villages and countryside.

Reviewed by Susan 15th June 2024

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Lovely cottage.

Reviewed by Patricia 10th May 2024

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Reviewed by Paul 23rd December 2023

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A lovely greeting and welcome package which was much appreciated. Barbara the owner was very accomdating and approachable. Cottage was great with everything you could want including in it. Location would have been 5 stars but you do need a car to get everywhere. Although all major attractions and villages just 30mins by car in different directions.Read more I would definately stay here again. Recommend unreservedly. Hide

Reviewed by Codra 2nd November 2023

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The cottage is very clean, cosy and comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped. Just found the cottage centrally placed to all the attraction places we had planned to visit in Cotswold. Would go back again to spend a few more days in summer.

Reviewed by PHILIP 29th October 2023

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This was our second visit to a very comfortable cottage, all that we needed for a mother and daughter break. Log fire was lovely to come back to after a day out. We were made very welcome with goodies and flowers. Would definitely stay again if we were in the area.

Reviewed by Agnes 22nd October 2023

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My partner and I have just spent a few days in the Forge Cottage. The cottage is situated in a lovely hamlet and is beautiful, comfortable and very clean. It is a perfect base to visit the many beautiful villages of the Cotswolds. It only takes a 10/15 minutes drive to the next village, which is ideal for grocery shopping or eating out. Barbara ourRead more host is very hospitable and we have appreciated her welcome gifts which is a lovely touch. I would highly recommend this place. Agnes. Middlesex. Hide

Reviewed by Thomas 23rd September 2023

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Very enjoyable week, the cottage was great and central to our needs we would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed by Christopher 16th September 2023

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A lovely cottage. So much bigger inside than look of outside. Great little patio space. Equipt with everything you could need. Cosy and comfortable living room and bedroom. Village (Shipston on Stour) about 15 minutes by car and has all emenities. Beautiful area. Thoroughly recommend.

Reviewed by Keith 9th September 2023

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This is a charming little cottage well placed for the many attractions in the area. The cottage comes equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay.The nearest town Shipston on Stour is only a short drive and is well provided with restaurants and pubs.

Reviewed by Pam 26th August 2023

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Mrs. Barbara Hart was a perfect hostess and always very helpful. We were able to find lots of places to visit in this area and the falconry center with displays, the arboretum near Morton were a good days outing. At Broughton Castle we enjoyed a tour of the house and enjoyed the cafe afterwards for coffee and cake and found the staff there were verRead morey friendly. All together a wonderful weeks holiday and we would recommend this location to anyone wanting to explore that area. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 5th August 2023

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Reviewed by Paul 22nd July 2023

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Ideal cottage for two, well situated for exploring Cotswolds. Clean, comfortable and well equipped

Reviewed by Adrian 1st July 2023

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This is the best layout of a small looking cottage that I have seen. I would liken it to Dr. Who's Tardis, as it's very deceiving inside to what it looks like outside. Barbara Hart, the owner is a very nice lady to know, and the welcoming gifts she provided, are a very nice thought. We would definitely take another holiday there.

Reviewed by Sabine 17th June 2023

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The cottage is absolutely beautiful. The owner is very very nice and always helpful. I can fully recommend booking holidays in this cottage.

Reviewed by Alison 10th June 2023

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Reviewed by Brian 5th June 2023

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Reviewed by Marion 20th May 2023

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Reviewed by Liz 15th April 2023

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Lovely cozy cottage. Everything was there and it was very clean

Reviewed by Ann 11th March 2023

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LOCATION

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