Guests say
Roundhill is a spacious, well-equipped cottage in a tranquil countryside setting, ideal for exploring the Cotswolds and surrounding areas. Guests consistently praise its peaceful location, beautiful views, and the warm welcome from the owner. The property is spotlessly clean, with thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and essentials provided. While a few guests noted that some mattresses could be firmer and minor maintenance could be improved, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests returning for repeat stays and recommending the property to others.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotlessly clean and well-maintained, with fresh bedding and towels provided. Only one minor mention of a kettle needing descaling was noted, but this did not detract from the overall high standard.
The peaceful rural location, surrounded by fields and wildlife, is highly praised. Guests appreciate the easy access to the Cotswolds, Oxford, and local attractions, as well as the tranquillity and beautiful views. The only minor drawback mentioned is the condition of the private access road.
Guests find the cottage spacious, cosy, and comfortable, with a relaxing atmosphere. Some feedback suggests that certain mattresses could be firmer or replaced, but this is outweighed by the overall comfort and warmth of the property.
The property is described as very well-equipped, with a modern kitchen, utility room, and thoughtful extras such as games and a log burner. Minor suggestions for improvement include updating some garden furniture and replacing a missing hairdryer and tin-opener, but these are rare exceptions.
Guests frequently mention generous welcome packs, homemade cakes, and essential groceries provided on arrival, as well as the owner's friendly and attentive approach. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This lovely bungalow on the Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire border offers the ideal location to explore both counties and all they have to offer.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: 40" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: (1 Step)
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couples, family bookings and holidaymakers only. The property has a natural water supply from a spring.. Visit England rose award winner 2018
Roundhill is an extremely comfortable, three bedroom, detached, bungalow, situated in a rural area on the Oxfordshire and Northamptonshire border, close to Chipping Warden.
The property is ideal to get away and relax in the countryside, where you can discover the many walks and cycle routes found along the numerous bridleways and footpaths in this area. There are also many pubs serving good food in within a few miles from Roundhill. There are many attractions in the area including Sulgrave Manor, Canons Ashby, Castle Ashby and Althorp House, the birthplace of Princess Diana. Silverstone circuit, home of many race events including the British Grand Prix, Moto GP, Silverstone Classic, FIA World endurance Championship, British Superbikes and British Touring Car Championships and many other events and driving experiences. Within a 30-minute drive you can be in Bicester Village, Shakespeare’s Stratford Upon Avon and the Cotswolds, with its pretty towns and villages. A little further away, but well worth a visit, is the historic university city of Oxford. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Holidaymakers only.
Additional pet(s) may be welcome at an additional charge.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Draycote Water Country Park
Reviews (21)
-
Heidi Daniels
We loved our stay at Roundhill. It’s in a tranquil and beautiful location overlooking fields, perfect for spotting wildlife. Liz was so thoughtful and generous with the welcome groceries and popped in to see if we were ok. Roundhill is a perfect base to explore the many picturesque villages and towns. We very much enjoyed the walks with our dog who equally enjoyed his stay. Roundhill was fully equipped with everything you may need and was spotlessly clean and tidy. The only minor negative things that we found were the kettle needed descaling and the bed was a bit too firm for us. We would definitely stay here again in the future.
-
DARREN
We returned for our second stay at this lovely cottage, which says a lot about how much we enjoyed our first visit.The location, just outside Banbury in Oxfordshire, is excellent and provides easy access to so many beautiful parts of the country. It’s an ideal base for exploring the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and beyond.The bungalow is spacious, with a well-equipped kitchen, a large comfortable living area and wonderful views across the surrounding farmland, where we enjoyed watching the horses and taking in the peaceful countryside.The enclosed garden was perfect for our dog, although it’s worth making sure the gates are closed properly. The old cast iron gates are showing their age, so care is needed when opening and closing them.The owners have thought of almost everything. There were plenty of essentials provided, including toilet rolls, cleaning products, condiments and other everyday items, meaning we didn’t need to pack half the things we usually would. The welcome goodies were especially appreciated – a loaf of bread, milk, biscuits, a fruit basket, and best of all, a delicious homemade peach jam and cream sponge cake, which was a lovely personal touch.There were also lots of games available, making it easy to relax in the evenings or on rainy days.The owners struck the perfect balance between being welcoming and giving guests their privacy. Liz called in briefly on our first day to make sure everything was alright, checked in again partway through the week, and came to say goodbye before we left. We never felt disturbed but knew help was there if we needed it.There are just a couple of areas that could be improved. The mattress on the double bed is due for replacement, as the springs are quite noticeable and it wasn’t particularly comfortable, especially if you have back problems. The patio area and garden furniture are also looking a little tired. They’re perfectly adequate for breakfast or a drink outside, but not somewhere we’d choose to sit for longer meals.One final point to mention is the private road leading from the main road to the property. which is around half a mile long but is quite badly broken however some drivers still travel along it far too quickly, even when approaching the entrance to the bungalow … so a defined suitable speed limit is perhaps required Most were relatively minor points and shouldn’t stop holidaymakers booking but the bed may be the stumbling block for us due to my wife’s back issues This is a peaceful, spacious and well-equipped cottage in a beautiful rural setting, with thoughtful hosts and everything needed for a comfortable stay. We’d happily recommend it and would love to visit again.
-
Tracey
Roundhill is an excellent base for a weeks break. The cottage was very comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. It was lovely to sit outside in the evening and watch the wildlife.The owner came and introduced herself on the first evening and made sure that we had everything that we needed. She had also provided a wonderful welcome pack - the best that we have ever received.There is plenty to do in the area but you could also just sit back and enjoy the quiet and the view out over the fields.