Cottage holiday rentals in South Oxfordshire

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  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 110 holiday rentals in South Oxfordshire

  • Nightly prices starting at

    South Oxfordshire holiday rentals start at £37 per night before taxes and fees

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  • Family-friendly holiday rentals

    70 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly holiday rentals

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  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    50 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    100 of South Oxfordshire holiday rentals include wifi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across South Oxfordshire rentals

  • 4.9 Average rating

    South Oxfordshire stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!

  • Nearby attractions

    South Oxfordshire’s top spots include University of Oxford, Bodleian Library and Port Meadow

Top-rated cottage rentals in South Oxfordshire

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Top guest favourite
A flagstone courtyard features a small white table surrounded by green chairs. The stone cottage's entrance is visible, adorned with climbing plants and potted flowers. Natural light enhances the rustic charm, with a mix of stone and brick flooring creating a welcoming outdoor space.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviews

The Old Bakehouse Quintessential Cotswold Cottage.

This 350 year old cottage, built in famous honey Cotswold stone, retains a wealth of original character including oak beams, flagstone floors and the original cast-iron oven doors from its days as a bakery. Enjoy cosy evenings by the wood burning stove or summer days with french doors open to the terrace. Ideally located for exploring the many Cotswold villages, historic estates, Blenheim Palace, Oxford, Bicester Village, Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor, Daylesford, Diddly Squat Farmshop and more.

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A charming cottage is framed by a well-maintained garden featuring vibrant flowers and greenery. The building combines wooden and brick elements, showcasing a welcoming entrance with large windows and a pitched roof. A black iron fence surrounds the garden, adding to the property’s appeal.
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4.83 out of 5 average rating, 428 reviews

Detached private cottage with private parking.

This family-friendly cottage is set in the ancient village of Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, located in South Oxfordshire. Modern facilities including bifold doors private off street parking space and a pretty rear patio away from the main house. Excellent links to Oxford (11 miles), Henley on Thames (12 miles) and good motorway links. The property is within walking distance of the historic town of Wallingford with its beautiful castle ruins, pubs & local amenities with walks along the river Thames.

Guest favourite
A well-maintained garden features a stone pathway leading to the cottage, bordered by green lawns and vibrant red flowers. Various outdoor seating options are scattered throughout the area, with potted plants adding a charming touch. A distant shed is visible, complementing the serene landscape.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Escape to Country Living at its Finest!

Escape to the country and unwind at this charming, elegant cottage in 2 acres of lovely gardens with swimming pool, tennis badminton and table tennis, and county walks starting from your door. Located on the edge of the award winning village of Cuddington, walk to the thatched roof pub for drinks and dinner or village store for supplies and news papers. Only 10 minutes drive to the bustling market town of Thame, 35 minutes to Oxford, 40 minutes to London by train and 45 minutes to London LHR.

Top guest favourite
The charming facade of a 17th-century Cotswold stone cottage is covered in lush greenery. Large windows allow natural light to enter, and a welcoming front door is framed by flourishing plants. The quiet lane leads up to the cottage, enhancing its tranquil setting.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 303 reviews

Beautiful grade two listed Cotswold stone Cottage

Five Bells Cottage is a grade two 17th Century Cotswold stone cottage. The cottage has just been renovated to a very high standard. Set in a row of attractive cottages on a quiet lane and directly opposite the handsome Norman Church. We have all the little luxuries of a boutique hotel: comfortable beds, powerful showers and a stylish interior. Just a short stroll is the famous Kings head. Bledington is a quintessential and unspoilt cotswolds village with a village green and a babbling brook.

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The charming thatched cottage features a distinctive roof and traditional black and white timber framework. The outdoor space includes neatly trimmed hedges, a flower bed with roses, and a gravel pathway leading to the entrance. Large windows provide natural light to the inviting facade.
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 416 reviews

Period cottage, cosy sittingroom individual host

Self contained part of charming thatched cottage in this attractive South Oxfordshire village, between Didcot (2.5 miles) and Wallingford (3.5 miles). The accommodation has its own entrance, sitting room - with inglenook fireplace (only use electric fire provided) - and steep, winding stairs leading to the large bedroom with vaulted ceiling and superking bed. Guests will have sole use of the adjoining bathroom. Period features also include low beams, but rule out a shower. Not for children.

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4.84 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

Chic Thame Cottage with Garden near Oxford

Beautiful grade 2 listed 2 bedroom bijou cottage in the heart of Thame. Fully equipped kitchen, cosy living and dining room with underfloor heating, and a spectacular bathroom! A variety of top quality restaurants/pubs and boutiques are all within a 5 min walk. The perfect base for exploring this characterful historic Market Town, surrounding countryside, Oxford, Bicester Village, Blenheim Palace, Waddesdon Manor and many more. Host My House manages this property which is owned by Mr J Little

Top guest favourite
The charming Victorian Lodge features a classic brick exterior with white trim, framed by lush greenery. Two inviting front windows and a central doorway are surrounded by decorative flower pots. A gravel pathway leads to the entrance, highlighted by an expansive tree nearby.
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Gorgeous CountryCottage overlooking Windsor Castle

The Victorian Lodge (1876) is a charming & quintessentially English country cottage on a private estate once owned by King Henry 8th. It sits right beside Windsor Great Park, at the entrance of a long driveway to Little Dower House, where the owners of the Lodge live. The private gardens and stunning view at the Victorian Lodge provide the perfect setting for a small intimate wedding. Whilst the romantic gardens within the Little Dower House estate provide an ideal venue for larger weddings.

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The entrance to Stile Cottage is framed by climbing roses, which add natural beauty to the stone exterior. The door, painted in soft grey, features a glass panel and is complemented by an intricate wooden overhang, offering a welcoming first impression.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews

Luxury Cottage near Oxford | Pub & Garden

Slow mornings, long lunches in the garden, evenings by the fire and walks straight from the doorstep. Hidden away in a peaceful Oxfordshire village just 15 minutes from Oxford, this beautifully designed cottage has all the charm of The Holiday, with an enclosed English cottage garden, an award-winning pub a short stroll away and everything you need to relax, reconnect and enjoy the best of Oxfordshire. Dogs are also welcome. A handful of August dates remain before cosy autumn escapes begin.

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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews

Elegant Countryside Cottage near Oxford

Spacious and beautifully finished countryside cottage in the heart of Brill village with views across the village green and just a 2 min walk from The Pointer pub. The perfect base for exploring the countryside, Oxford, Thame and Bicester Village. Blenheim Palace, Waddesdon Manor, the Cotswolds, Silverstone race track and London are all within easy reach. Well behaved dogs over 2 years old welcome! * Host My House manages this property which is owned by Christopher & Gillian Scott-Mackirdy *

Guest favourite
A garden cottage features a cozy front patio with a stone pathway and seating. Flower pots are arranged along the entrance, complementing the landscaped garden. A pond with fish and a decorative waterfall are visible in the foreground, offering an inviting outdoor space.
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

The Garden Cottage, Bletchingdon

Relax in our refurbished, self contained garden cottage with its quiet garden. There is a kitchenette a portable induction hob and air fryer. A shower/toilet, A comfortable lounge with TV overlooking the garden through the patio doors. The garden has seating, ideal for sunrise. Parking for 2 cars. The cottage is perfect for local site seeing- Bicester Village, Oxford ,Blenheim Palace and the Cotswolds Near Jeremy Clarkson pub and farm shop . We do one night stays from November to March .

Top guest favourite
A traditional thatched cottage is framed by lush greenery and flowering shrubs alongside a gently flowing river. The cottage features a white door and brick exterior, with a serene garden area visible in front, contributing to the tranquil countryside setting.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews

Romantic Thatched Riverside Garden Cottage Entire

Lovingly restored thatched cottage in beautiful countryside on the banks of the River Lambourn. Tranquil. Superfast broadband. Traditional comfortable. CAR NECESSARY as no shop or pub in the village itself. STEEP STAIRCASE! Unsuitable for disabled access. By car - M4 to London and Heathrow (1 hr) Oxford/Cotswolds, Hungerford, Wantage South facing garden to front of cottage (9m x 6m) Flower borders/lawn/table chairs. Loungers on request View onto river from cottage Good walks nearby

Top guest favourite
A charming exterior of a converted stable features a combination of dark wooden panels and warm brickwork. Large windows with grid patterns invite natural light, while the entrance is highlighted by a rustic door. A gravel path leads up to the front, framed by greenery.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 413 reviews

Gardeners’ Cottage (Georgian stable conversion)

An entirely self contained cottage, recently converted from a Georgian stable and gardeners’ lodge. While adjacent to the owners property it is entirely separate, with its own secure parking and EV charger. Located in a small village, with two pubs on doorstep. Market town of Wallingford (setting for “Midsomer Murders”) is short walk, many amenities including boat rides on the River Thames an outdoor heated pool (summer), great restaurants and shops including Waitrose.

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