Apple Cottage United Kingdom

At the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Apple Cottage offers an enchanting fusion of elegance and charm, within walking distance of fine-dining and dog-friendly, traditional English pubs.
Blending the luxury of a hotel with the independence and ease of your own home, Apple Cottage is as sophisticated and elegant as an English Country Manor! On arrival, you will be greeted by a complimentary welcome pack, offering a taste of Cotswolds luxury! All produce is sourced from local farms and businesses, the pack will include sausages, bacon and eggs, juice, preserves, homemade cakes, artisan cheese, a bottle of wine and much more!
The kitchen has a wonderful Cotswold fossil stone floor and granite work-tops. Facilities include a Belfast sink, a huge fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and more, and there is a lovely dining area which extends to one end of the room. In the living room, you can enjoy an unpretentious blend of colour, warmth and comfort, as the open fire among the rich textures, beautiful fabrics and antique furniture oozes a timeless beauty and modest luxury. With a far greater attention to detail and loving finish, we often opt for eighteenth and nineteenth century furniture, including chairs, desks, bookcases, tables and dressers. From here, a set of French doors will take you into your private garden!
Both bedrooms can be found upstairs and include one double and one twin room. Each features the same deluxe furnishing as the living spaces and plenty of natural light. There is a warm and elegant ensuite bathroom for each room, and both are entirely marble-tiled, with marble-top vanity units, an invigorating power-shower, big mirror, heated towel rail stocked with fluffy white towels and bathrobes and toiletries produced by Elemis.
Your private garden features a lovely terrace with garden furniture and a barbeque for alfresco meals and is the perfect spot for soaking up a little sunshine and the perfectly fresh air of the Cotswolds! Steps lead down to enchanting wisteria and apple tunnels, which can be admired from the terrace. On this fabulous estate you also have access to: a gym featuring a running machine, power plate, exercise balls, rowing machine, cross trainer, cables, free weights and an exercise bike; a heated pool with floats for children, loungers and a private garden with seating, and; a spa with several treatment rooms offering reflexology, massages, pedicures, manicures and facials! In the heart of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Apple Cottage is sophisticated and unique, attracting guests back year after year!
Enjoying the local area is a highlight of the trip for many! In the surrounding landscape you will find endless opportunities for an active day out with all the family, including: the Cotswold Wildlife Park, the Cogges Farm Museum, Birdland, the Dragonfly Maze, Blenheim Palace and the Oxford Story, to name a few, as well as two different Go Karting options within an hour!
On a sunny day you should definitely experience the fantastic scenery on a hike – be sure to take a picnic, there are endless perfect spots to sit, relax, and take in the breath-taking views across the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the country! We can supply you with maps of great walks suitable for all ages, and we even have mountain bikes for those who prefer pedal power! Both ‘The Wild Rabbit’ and the multi-award winning ‘The Plough’ (dog-friendly) pubs in Kingham serve excellent food, around 3 miles away, and there are many, many more just a short cycle away.
Shopping is available in both Oxford and Cheltenham town centres, as well as at the Bicester Outlet Village. Local produce can be purchased from several of the local farms, including at Bibury Trout Farm where you can actually catch it yourself! At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!