The Cottage

Oxford, Central England

The Cottage sits near Oxford and comfortably sleeps four, making it a good fit for a family or small group wanting a base in Central England. It's a straightforward spot from which to explore the surrounding countryside and attractions at a relaxed pace.

Within a few miles you'll find the Aston Martin Heritage Trust, Wallingford Phone Box Museum and Dorchester Abbey Museum and Gift Shop, all offering a bit of local history and interest. Wallingford Beach on the River Thames is about 2.7 miles away, rated Sufficient for water quality, so it's worth a visit if you fancy time by the water. Cholsey station, around 5.2 miles off, gives you an option for travelling onward by train.

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Events from Skiddle

Fri 13 Nov · 10:00

Oxford Victorian Christmas Market

Broad Street, Oxford · 10.3 mi

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Fri 13 Nov · 20:00

Lock & Key Singles Party in Oxford @ The Varsity Club | 40s-...

The Varsity Club, Oxford · 10.2 mi

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Sat 5 Dec · 23:00

Basslayerz | Oxford

O2 Academy Oxford, Oxford · 9.3 mi

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Sun 6 Dec · 12:00

Gingerbread Fest in Haddenham Aylesbury Buckinghamshire

Haddenham Village Hall, Aylesbury · 12.1 mi

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🏖️ Nearest beaches

Wallingford Beach, River Thames Sufficient2.7 mi

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🚆 Arriving by train

Cholsey 5.2 miles
Culham 5.7 miles
Appleford 5.9 miles

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🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 2 mi

Aston Martin Heritage Trust

The Aston Martin Heritage Trust runs a museum near Drayton St Leonard celebrating more than 110 year...

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🏛️ Museums & Galleries · 2.4 mi

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Places to visit

The famous spots within a day trip

Castle & Heritage · 4.9 mi

Shirburn Castle

Stately Home & Palace · 5.9 mi

Braziers Park

Stately Home & Palace · 7.4 mi

Rycote House

Stately Home & Palace · 8.4 mi

Shotover House

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The local legends within walking-ish distance

🫖 Tea Rooms · 2.8 mi

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