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Armada Cottage - Charlbury, Close to Pub

Cottage in Chipping Norton with kitchen

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Armada Cottage - Charlbury, Close to Pub provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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2 bedrooms2 bathrooms969 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Armada Cottage - Charlbury, Close to Pub

Cottage in Chipping Norton with kitchen
Laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include free WiFi and a TV.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Chipping Norton cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
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 fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Chipping Norton, this cottage is in a rural area. Chipping Norton Museum and SOTA Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Blenheim Palace and North Leigh Roman Villa. Fairytale Farm and Crocodiles of the World are also worth visiting. Visit our Chipping Norton travel guide
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Charlbury, Oxfordshire

What's nearby

  • www.alamy.com
    Oxfordshire Museum
    15 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Blenheim Palace featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements
    Blenheim Palace
    18 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Chipping Norton Museum
    11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Fairytale Farm
    12 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Chipping Norton Golf Club
    13 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Charlbury Station
    6 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Swan
    6 min drive
  • Soho Farmhouse
    14 min drive
  • Caffè Nero
    9 min drive
  • The Bell Hotel
    4 min walk
  • The White Horse
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Armada Cottage - Charlbury, Close to Pub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Armada Cottage - Charlbury, Close to Pub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Armada Cottage - Charlbury, Close to Pub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Armada Cottage - Charlbury, Close to Pub located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Fairytale Farm, Chipping Norton Golf Club and Chipping Norton Museum. River Windrush and Eynsham Park are also within 9 miles (15 km). Charlbury Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Armada Cottage - Charlbury, Close to Pub Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Lovely Charlbury Cottage

Lovely quirky cottage, good location. Courtyard was great. Parking was easy, on street just around the corner. Lots of helpful information about the area from the owners. Would definitely return. (Beware no freezer, even in the fridge.)
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10/10 Excellent

Simon R.

Charlbury

Wonderful cottage very conveniently located in Charlbury. Easy access to the shops and local pubs especially The Bull
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10/10 Excellent

Can’t fault it!

We absolutely adored our stay at Armada Cottage. The decor and amenities have been so thoughtfully done. Just a tiny walk from a cafe, amazing gastropubs and restaurants. Loved it!!
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Stay

Despite initially finding it a little difficult to locate the actual house in the dark, everything else about the stay was excellent, and I would happily return. The cottage is lovely and perfectly located.
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10/10 Excellent

A fantastic base for exploring the Cotswolds

We had a wonderful time staying at Armada for a pre-Christmas break. The cottage is in a great location for good food, walks and visiting local attractions. It is beautifully appointed, whilst retaining its character and feels very special and unique. We're a family of four and it felt very comfortable, would definitely recommend, it would also suit a couple for a romantic trip.
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8/10 Good

Alessandro D.

Discover the Cotswold

We enjoyed every minute at Armada cottage. Very good location to explore the north part of the Cotswold. The cottage is impeccable in every aspect. Fully equipped with all you may need.
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10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Great cottage in a great area

Delightful cottage with exquisite furnishings and very cosy in a perfect area. Two very good pubs serving good food less than 5 minutes walk, a train station 5 minute walk and just over an hour into London, we went for the day. Parking is not a problem we never had to walk more than 2 minutes
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10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

4 night September break

Immaculate presentation of this recently refurbished cottage. All the old world charm retained with every 21st Century comfort you could want. Be aware that although on street parking is easy you may not have your car in sight of the cottage. Will return, excellent stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay

Our stay at the cottage was wonderful. The property is comfortable and charming. One note I’d like to call out is, in our experience, parking wasn’t so straightforward. There are a few spots nearby that were filled the whole time we were there and driving around trying to find parking to unload our luggage was a bit frustrating since it’s noted it’s easy. That’s all! We hope to return one day!
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Historic designer cottage

Our extended stay in the Armada Cottage was excellent. The cottage is well appointed... in the sense of having everything you need but also with a designer aesthetic that sets it apart from many holiday rentals. Attention to detail is apparent in the small tasteful vignettes throughout the cottage. The kitchen is well equipped, beds comfortable with quality linens, and there is a lovely small enclosed courtyard. Charlbury is a good village from which to explore the Cotswolds, has two excellent restaurants... The Bull and The Bell, and a great deli and convenient grocery store. We were sorry to see out stay here end.
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10/10 Excellent

Cherylynn D.

Visiting our daughter as she’s working in the UK

We felt like we were on the set of the movies, The Holiday. The cottage is gorgeous, every thoughtful detail made our stay comfortable and memorable. The Co-op is a short walk away and we went for dinner at The Bull and The Bell - both were perfect! The Charlbury Station is less than a 20 minute walk with easy access to Oxford, London, Paddington station and Heathrow - we didn’t rent a car! We’ll be back.
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10/10 Excellent

rachel o.

Absolutely Amazing!

The Armada Cottage was absolutely beautiful you feel like you stepped into the pages of Country Life Magazine. Everything is done to a very high standard and beautifully decorated. Everything was well thought out and the kitchen was very well equipped with everything you need. Beds were wonderful and cozy. I will definitely be back because I definitely didn’t want to leave. As far as Charlbury is a great home base for the Cotswolds we got the train from Paddington and made the short walk to the cottage. We used the bus the first few days and it was great. We also had a car for a few days and had no problem finding parking. I can’t say enough about this beautiful cottage just go !!
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10/10 Excellent

JOhanna B.

A perfect stay

The decision was made to spend our annual girlie weekend in the Cotswolds for a long overdue catch-up and some relaxation. I'm so pleased we ditched the hotel option and chose the much more personal Armada Cottage instead. It turned out to be the perfect base to explore the beautiful surroundings and unwind. We found a true gem in both the cottage and Charlbury. The cottage felt luxurious, but in an understated way. Extremely comfortable and beautifully furnished with a personal touch, and with all the luxuries you would expect, from lovely soaps and the sofest towels, to beautiful crockery and heavenly beds. The village is just the right size with two fantastic pubs, a great deli and a Co-op for everything else. Lovely countryside walks on the doorstep too. Wish we could have stayed a few more days.
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Lovely cottage in the Cotswolds

Armada Cottage defines charming. As a visitor from the US, I was excited to stay somewhere uniquely "English countryside" and this cottage did not disappoint. The wooden beams, white plaster walls, exposed stone, and creaky old doors were perfectly complemented by the lovely furnishings, artwork, draperies, and bedding. It's obvious a lot of care was taken in the interior design. It really is lovely. On the practical side, the place is immaculate. The kitchen and bathrooms are well appointed. The linens were high quality. There are books and games to enjoy. A television in each room. The little courtyard outside the kitchen is very pretty. We would have had our morning coffee out there, but the weather had other ideas. The bedrooms are spacious and very cozy. I was sitting on the window seat in the second floor bedroom and a pair of horses road by. A Hollywood director must have staged that moment! This cottage has everything and more. My friend and I absolutely adored it.
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8/10 Good

Alice C.

Beautifully designed little cottage.

We rented this two bedroom cottage for the two of us, and stayed in the upstairs bedroom, which is a very comfortable and romantic space, with its own slipper bath. It might have been a bit small if there had been another couple with us, with not much privacy, as there is no door to the upper floor. This might work with a family and two children. The cottage is beautifully presented with numerous lovely little quirky touches, as one might expect from the owners who also, I understand, run an interior design company. We found it imaginatively done, and it was well appointed and comfortable, on the whole. We found the evenings a bit chilly in the downstairs sitting room and thought it would really benefit from a wood burner. Apart from that it was all cosy enough. The location is great - a 7 minute walk from the station which is about 20 minutes from Oxford. As we were only there a couple of days we weren’t able to take advantage of the many sights and walks in the area, which is astonishingly picturesque. Really appreciated that the owner contacted us on the day of arrival, which felt welcoming, and quickly let us know on departure that we’d left something behind. Two great gastropubs within walking distance, the Bull and the Bell, where we had delicious food. All quite pricey but what do you expect in that part of the world? We’d certainly consider returning for a longer stay and would recommend.
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6/10 Okay

Beautiful cottage for interior design fans but lacks basic comfort

The cottage is beautifully renovated and radiates a wonderful Cotswolds vibe from the entrance to its rooftop. Each room has a lovely design and atmosphere. It looks like it belongs in a magazine. The village (Charlbury) is great and has two excellent restaurants (The Bull and The Bell) in short walking distance from the cottage. This adds massively to the charme of the place. But there are comfort issues that are annoying when staying for more than a few days: - The seating in the living room is too limited for cozy reading evenings for more than 2 people. - The toilets don't flush well (very little water) and get clogged easily; there are no tools around to fix this - The heating is limited: Thermostat drops to low settings automatically all the time and has to be manually turned up again; even when it's been turned up for a while, it doesn't get very warm, making this cottage not usable in colder months, I think - The fireplace cannot be used as an alternative heat source or for a cozy evening atmosphere, which is a disappointment - The ceilings and in particular, door frames are very low (you will hit your head when you are taller than 5.9ft - The storage space is minimal - and the closets in the bedroom are very dark inside, making them challenging to use - There is no teapot and the Nespresso machine isn't working well - The street parking can be limited at times Overall, it's still a lovely-looking place, but the mentioned comfort issues become annoying when staying more than a few days and with more than 2 people.
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10/10 Excellent

Nice time

Nice cosy space, we really enjoyed our stay. Everything on cottage was so nice and we feel like home.
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10/10 Excellent

Simona K.

Beautiful stay in designer cottage

We had a lovely stay at Andrew & Beth’s cottage. It was beautifully appointed and very comfortable, as much a treat for the senses indoors as the countryside is in the outdoors beyond. The hosts were responsive and accommodating, including in providing many helpful recommendations for activities and dining. We especially enjoyed that the town boasts both The Bull and The Bell, which meant we were eating grandly in only a 5 minute’s walk.
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6/10 Okay

Linda D.

Armada cottage was clean enough, could have benefited from a thorough deep clean. Very busy road.

Whilst our stay was fine, it was disappointing to find the cottage on a busy road and not in the heart of things. Parking is difficult. Someone swiped the front of our rental car and drove off also - not specific to the cottage but the location isn’t the best.
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8/10 Good

Stephen R.

Charming oldy worldly cottage

This is a small but homely cottage in a super little village. Well equipped and thoughtfully furnished. We really enjoyed our stay. Parking is a bit of an issue especially when unloading as non nearby, nearest us 5mins away. Outside area is lovely to sit in but was a little overgrown so felt smaller than it possibly is. Both The Bell & The Bull in the villare great eating pubs.
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandra A.

Dreamy house in Cotswolds

Perfect older cottage with a wonderful interior design and full of details. They include interior design magazines, beautiful textiles and a bottle of red wine and chocolates when we arrived.
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6/10 Okay

michelle L.

Not what was expected

The cottage is very cute. We rented during a heat wave and there was no ac and no fans. The windows are small and on a busy road so we could not open them. It was an uncomfortable night. The toilets were not flushing properly. We left and found a hotel. The owner was nice and sent two small fans from Amazon but we left before using.
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10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous Armada Cottage

Armada Cottage was absolutely gorgeous. An ancient building on the main street of a charming Cotswolds village that's been renovated with care and attention to every single perfect detail. The owners were responsive and kind. Everything we needed was provided. The street outside can be a bit busy and the doorways are low for the tall 21st century traveller but none of this takes away from this extraordinary place and experience. Highly recommend.
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8/10 Good

Elisabetta C.

Beautiful typical cottage in the Cotswolds

The cottage is quaint and very beautiful, well-maintained, and equipped with all comforts. Shampoo and shower gel, towels, a hairdryer, and everything you need for washing dishes and using the dishwasher are provided. The owners are friendly and helpful. One tip: the crib for our daughter didn't have a mattress, making it a bit uncomfortable, and we had to bring our own sheets. A high chair would also have been handy. Lastly, it's not possible to park on the street because the space is reserved for residents. You would need to indicate this in the house details or provide a permit to park (we didn't know this and got a fine!) Overall, it was a great stay, in a convenient location for visiting the Cotswolds, and the town itself is also equipped with restaurants, bars, and a supermarket that's open late. Highly recommended.