The Clanfield Coach House

This former coach house has been lovingly converted to offer a stylish holiday home for couples and solo travellers exploring the Oxfordshire countryside together. Located in the peaceful village of Clanfield and set between the Cotswolds and the North Wessex Downs (both within 14 miles), it’s the perfect base for keen walkers and outdoor enthusiasts. Before touring the area, make sure to uncover Clanfield’s charm; walk past the village’s honey-coloured cottages and old churches, and enjoy a good choice of local pubs and cafes. Just 2 miles away, pretty Bampton offers more places to eat, drink and shop, as well as historic streets that famously featured in the Downton Abbey TV series. Within 10 miles, you can also explore the ruins of Minster Lovell Hall, amble through the medieval market town of Burford, uncover Cogges Manor Farm, or embrace nature with a visit to Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens.

Before climbing the external steps to reach the front door, take a moment to appreciate the property’s beautiful design, where its former life as a coach house is made evident. Step inside and be greeted by a light-filled, open-plan living space that combines a well-appointed kitchen with a chic dining space and restful lounge. This contemporary room is filled with natural light and blends modern comforts with original features, such as exposed wooden beams, that lend huge character to your stay. The shaker-style kitchen sits to one corner and boasts everything needed for cooking up holiday feasts, which can be enjoyed at the rustic wooden table beside the window or al fresco out in the courtyard garden. Let stomachs settle as you move over to the inviting lounge space, which is warmed on chillier days by a statement wood burner. Here, sink into the choice of soft seating, flick on the Smart TV, or simply plan tomorrow’s itinerary. At the end of each day away, a sliding door reveals your beautiful king-size bedroom, where crisp white walls and sloping eaves lull you into a good night’s sleep. Serving the bedroom and completing the interior is a handy en-suite shower room.

Step outside to the rear of the property and make full use of your private courtyard garden. Enclosed for your privacy and featuring pretty shrubbery and outdoor furniture, this is the best spot to soak up the sun while you sip morning coffees and evening tipples. Completing the property is private off-road parking for one car, making your arrival and day trips a breeze.