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The Stables is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in the Cotswolds village of Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. Original exposed beams and stone walls create authentic barn character throughout. The conversion features vaulted ceilings in the main living space and a private hot tub for relaxing after days exploring the countryside.

Set in peaceful rural Oxfordshire, the barn overlooks open fields and rolling Cotswold hills. You'll wake up to countryside views and complete quiet. The location gives you that proper escape feeling.

The Stables sleeps guests across well-appointed bedrooms with modern bathrooms. The open-plan kitchen and living area makes the most of the barn's original structure.

About The Stables

The Stables is a beautifully restored stone barn conversion in the Cotswolds village of Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire. Original exposed beams and stone walls create authentic barn character throughout. The conversion features vaulted ceilings in the main living space and a private hot tub for relaxing after days exploring the countryside.

Set in peaceful rural Oxfordshire, the barn overlooks open fields and rolling Cotswold hills. You'll wake up to countryside views and complete quiet. The location gives you that proper escape feeling.

The Stables sleeps guests across well-appointed bedrooms with modern bathrooms. The open-plan kitchen and living area makes the most of the barn's original structure. High ceilings and natural light flood the space.

Blenheim Palace sits 4 miles away (10 minutes' drive). The market town of Chipping Norton is walkable. Bourton-on-the-Water is 12 miles (20 minutes). Cotswold Wildlife Park lies 8 miles away (15 minutes).

Perfect for couples wanting a romantic Cotswolds retreat. The Stables combines authentic barn features with modern comfort and that hot tub.

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Private Hot Tub

Soak under the stars in your own hot tub after exploring the Cotswolds. Perfect for unwinding with countryside views all around you.

Original Stone Walls

Authentic barn character shines through thick stone walls and original features. These walls tell the story of the building's agricultural past.

Exposed Beams

Original timber beams cross the vaulted ceilings throughout. They create that unmistakable barn conversion atmosphere you're looking for.

Cotswolds Location

Set in Chipping Norton with the best of the Cotswolds on your doorstep. Rolling hills and picture-perfect villages surround you.

Peaceful Rural Setting

Overlooking open fields and farmland with complete peace and quiet. No traffic noise or light pollution disturbs your countryside escape.

Vaulted Ceilings

High vaulted ceilings in the living space make the barn feel open and airy. The original roof structure creates impressive height and light.

Getting To The Stables

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Stables by car, take the A44 into Chipping Norton and follow signs towards the village centre. The barn conversion offers convenient off-road parking upon arrival in this Cotswolds location.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Kingham, approximately 7 miles away. From there, a short taxi ride brings you to your Oxfordshire barn conversion retreat.

Off-road parking available
Kingham station (7 miles)
Accessible from the A44

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Blenheim Palace
Distance: 4 miles
OX20 1PP
Cotswold Wildlife Park
Distance: 8 miles
OX18 4JP
Bourton-on-the-Water
Distance: 12 miles
GL54 2BY
Rollright Stones
Distance: 3 miles
OX7 5QB
Chipping Norton Town Walks
Distance: 0.5 miles
OX7 5AD
Hook Norton Circular Walk
Distance: 5 miles
OX15 5LS
Chipping Norton Town Centre
Distance: 0.5 miles
OX7 5AD
Daylesford Organic Farm Shop
Distance: 6 miles
GL56 0YG
Stow-on-the-Wold
Distance: 10 miles
GL54 1AF
Kingham Railway Station
Distance: 7 miles
OX7 6UP
Moreton-in-Marsh
Distance: 11 miles
GL56 0AZ
Chipping Norton Theatre
Distance: 0.5 miles
OX7 5NL
Blenheim Palace
Distance: 4 miles
OX20 1PP
Cotswold Wildlife Park
Distance: 8 miles
OX18 4JP
Bourton-on-the-Water
Distance: 12 miles
GL54 2BY
Rollright Stones
Distance: 3 miles
OX7 5QB
Chipping Norton Town Walks
Distance: 0.5 miles
OX7 5AD
Hook Norton Circular Walk
Distance: 5 miles
OX15 5LS
Chipping Norton Town Centre
Distance: 0.5 miles
OX7 5AD
Daylesford Organic Farm Shop
Distance: 6 miles
GL56 0YG
Stow-on-the-Wold
Distance: 10 miles
GL54 1AF
Kingham Railway Station
Distance: 7 miles
OX7 6UP
Moreton-in-Marsh
Distance: 11 miles
GL56 0AZ
Chipping Norton Theatre
Distance: 0.5 miles
OX7 5NL

Is The Stables Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
The Stables sits in peaceful Cotswolds countryside with open fields perfect for children to explore safely. Blenheim Palace (4 miles) offers adventure playgrounds and parkland. Cotswold Wildlife Park (8 miles) provides a full day out with animals and play areas. The rural setting gives kids space to run around outdoors. Bourton-on-the-Water (12 miles) has the Model Village and Dragonfly Maze for family fun.
Groups Will Love...
The private hot tub at The Stables sets this barn conversion apart. Positioned to overlook the Oxfordshire countryside, you can soak while taking in views across open fields and rolling hills. After walking the Cotswolds or visiting nearby attractions, the hot tub provides the perfect way to relax. The combination of authentic barn character inside with this modern outdoor feature creates something special for your stay.
Pet Friendly
The Stables' pet policy should be confirmed directly before booking your stay. The Cotswolds location makes it ideal for dogs if pets are welcome. Open fields surround the barn with excellent walking routes from the doorstep. Chipping Norton sits in prime countryside with footpaths crossing farmland and woodland. The rural Oxfordshire setting means dogs would have space to explore safely away from busy roads.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Stables

The Chequers

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: OX7 5NP

The Wild Rabbit

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: OX7 6XU

The Fox Inn

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: OX7 6SD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Stables

Is The Stables pet friendly?
The property's pet policy should be confirmed directly with the owner before booking. Many Cotswolds barn conversions welcome dogs given the excellent walking opportunities in the surrounding countryside.
What original barn features does The Stables have?
The conversion retains exposed timber beams across vaulted ceilings and original stone walls throughout. These authentic features create the classic barn conversion character that makes staying here special.
How many people does this barn conversion sleep?
The Stables accommodates guests in well-appointed bedrooms with modern bathrooms. The exact sleeping capacity should be confirmed when booking your stay.
What is the kitchen like at The Stables?
The barn features an open-plan kitchen and living area that makes the most of the original structure. High ceilings and natural light create a spacious feel for cooking and gathering.
Where exactly is The Stables located?
The barn sits in Chipping Norton, a market town in Oxfordshire in the heart of the Cotswolds. You'll find yourself surrounded by rolling hills and classic Cotswold stone villages.
What can you see from the barn?
The Stables overlooks open fields and rolling Cotswold countryside. You get proper rural views with farmland stretching out and complete peace from the surrounding landscape.
Is there parking at The Stables?
The barn provides off-road parking for guests. This is typical for converted agricultural buildings in rural Oxfordshire locations like this.
What makes The Stables special compared to other barn conversions?
The combination of authentic stone walls and exposed beams with modern comforts like the hot tub sets it apart. The Cotswolds location in Chipping Norton puts you right in the heart of this beautiful area.

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The Stables Reviews

Lovely cottage in a great location. Provides everything you could possibly need for a short break.
Terrie
We had a lovely stay in the stables, unfortunately our dog passed before the trip but he would have loved it. The cleanest dog friendly place we have stayed and a great base for the cotswolds. Would definately recommend.
Geoffrey
Ideal for short stay. Good location. Well presented with good kitchen facilities.
Beautiful little house, has everything you need home from home, comfortable beds, hot tub was a great bonus, ni e little gift on arrival. The only down side we felt it was not very private over looked and the location was far from many attractions to keep driving everywhere to explore or doing things with the kids.
Beautiful cottage, really clean, the only thing I would say is could do with higher fence between properties to give more privacy.
Jennifer
Cosy, comfortable and warm. Great base to visit across the Cotswolds. Everything you need was provided for us and our 2 Labradors. Would recommend.
Had a lovely weekend stay at The Stables, a very comfortable, clean cottage, it has everything you need including an air fryer and a slow cooker although we didnt use as were only there for a weekend but I believe every holiday home should have both of these so well done, Hot tub was lovely as was the wood burner. Very friendly hosts I left my phone charger there and they sent it back to me very quickly Thanks for that, look forward to returning again one day
Sheila
Have stayed at the Stables the Cow Byre and Rose cottage many times and always ... Have stayed at the Stables the Cow Byre and Rose cottage many times and always find it clean and very welcoming and already booked for June next year
Stephen
The Stables was nice and tidy with a welcome pack when we arrived. Although the post code is generic and led us to the middle of the village not a mile out where the farm is, this also happened to the couple staying next door as well. That aside it's well situated for local touristy visits, and eateries. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay, nice hot tub too. The hosts quickly sorted a heating problem out for us with no real intrusion. Personally I would have liked a slightly more powerful shower but that's all. It worked sufficiently ok. All in all a lovely stay.
Shirley
This was our third visit but different cottage but still had everyou need from ... This was our third visit but different cottage but still had everyou need from the welcoming bottle of wine and treats would always stay here it is central to stay for the Cotswolds
Kirsty
Great little cottage in a stunning location! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Only thing i would say is you are very overlooked from your neighbours and dogs, maybe some more shrubbery
Great little cottage! The garden was a little more overlooked than it appears on the photos but that didnt really matter. The property was clean and the owners kindly left wine and biscuits.
In general everything was lovely. The hottub was great and very well maintained. The cottage is beautiful and very clean, and we particularly loved the flagstone floor! Facilities are great with everything in order. If I have some complaints though nothing serious it's that hottub towels as well as shower towels would have been nice. A tea towel and some oven gloves would have been appreciated. Lastly, one month before our arrival I contacted the owners to ask if the cottage could be adorned with birthday banners as it was my partner's birthday on the day we arrived. The owners said that would not be a problem and that they would see to it. To my disappointment there were no banners when we arrived, so a sad let down on that score. All in all though we enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
Such a lovely property, beautifully restored with an interesting history! We loved the garden and hot tub, there was plenty of space for the three of us and all the amenities we needed. Great location for exploring the local area, lots of lovely pubs nearby. Would stay again! Thank you.
Catherine
My friends and I stayed for our annual gettogether for two nights and had a lovely time. The hot tub was a bonus and a welcome extra after a day exploring Oxford. We would have liked an atmospheric lamp in the living room and perhaps a bit more room around the kitchen island to eat, but apart from that it was the perfect base and property to experience rural Oxfordshire.
Rebecca
Comfortable stay and a lovely location for a relaxing break. The hot tub was nice and bed are comfortable. Dogs enjoyed the stay too.
We had a wonderful stay at the Stables. From the bottle of bubbly on arrival to the toastie hot tub, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great location and central to most activities that we had planned. Hope to come back again!
Lovely property, cute cottage feel to it. Was clean & tidy & had most things you require to make the stay comfortable. We took our one year old daughter, so appreciated the cot stair gate The only thing I would say is the shower really could do with a shower mat to stop the slipping mostly because of my daughter trying to shower a one year old with no slip mat proved difficult.
Cheryl
Communication with owners easy and effective Everything needed for cooking etc ... Communication with owners easy and effective Everything needed for cooking etc in cottage Welcome pack very thoughtful Instructions for home and local walks restaurants places etc very good
Really well equipped, comfortable property. Loved the hot tub. Property is in an excellent location, very quiet but close to many beautiful places. We would definitely recommend The Stables to friends and family and would love to return.
Chiara
Only slight markdown on the listing, was that it would have been helpful to know the comprehensive rules with dogs in the property. It's listed as dog friendly, but when we got there, it was written to say dogs not allowed on furniture or upstairs at all, which was challenging, as our dog just loves to roam at home! Other than that, I cannot fault The Stables. The cottage was lovely So welcoming and extremely well equipped! Location is nice and quiet, not far away from places to walk, pubs and nearby attractions and places of interest. The only downside is you have to drive to go anywhere, as The Meetings are quite remote and on a busy road, so with young children and dogs, it is a point to mention.
Christine
We had a great stay. Beds and living room suite very comfortable. Had a small problem that was dealt with immediately, which was appreciated. Great base from which to visit some of the pretty Cotswold villages.
Excellent holiday accommodation, Fantastic location
The stables was absolutely awesome and we enjoyed our stay very much. The facilities and the hot tub were fantastic.very peaceful and very high standards all over the cottage . We would love to stay again at Christmas
Absolutely beautiful cottage, so clean in fabulous location will definitely go back. Ideal with your dog great fenced garden.
Would have preffered a king size bed.
We had a fantastic holiday at The Stables, the location is perfect , cottage is spotless and has everything you need for a relaxing holiday. The enclosed garden is lovely and perfect for the dogs. A real home from home and Julie & Jo make you feel very welcome, I would definitely recommend this property
One of the best cottages we have stayed in. Super location for exploring a new area. Excellent walks from the cottage door. Great for dogs. The hot tub was a good size and a nice treat after our long walks. The tea and coffee etc was very handy. Lots to do in the area. If going with dogs I recommend The Cotswolds Wildlife Park.
Karoly
Beautiful property, spotless clean, the kitchen items and utensils was very thought out, everything was available that you would need to cook with. Log burner was great for when it dropped cooler in the evening, and the hot tub was lovely. Lovely looked after cottage, we will be returning.
Jessica
We had a great stay at The Stables. It is remote so perfect if you want to get away from it all. The hot tub is lovely! It was clean and warm upon arrival. The property itself was very clean, kudos to the people who give it a thorough clean. When we arrived, we were greeted with Prosecco and goodies which was lovely! The Christmas tree was such a lovely touch too, set the festive scene. The kitchen is well equipped, you just need to explore it to find what you need. Everything is modern and works well. I would say there needs to be more drinking glasses though, there were only 2 in the property. The heating is new and works quickly so we were warm all the time. The shower is warm and powerful, there isnt a bath so if youve got kids, be mindful of this. There were only 2 towels so we did have to do a wash, it may be worth proving a few more especially for those using the hot tub. We used the main bedroom and Ive got to say, we didnt sleep too well. The bed is too small. Its a double but you could very easily get fit a king size in there. My partner isnt the smallest so we felt so cramped. The bed frame is also really squeaky so if youre a fidgeter like me, you do risk waking the other person up. The mattress itself was good. The pillows were thin so we did have to take more from the spare bedroom. I really do think upgrading to a king size would make the stay much more enjoyable, Im sure most guests wouldnt mind paying a bit extra for a larger bed. As a side note, the hairdryer doesnt work properly, it cuts out after a few seconds. Overall we had a lovely stay and it was wonderful being able to take our dog. The property is modern and stylish. We did call the hosts once to work out the fire and they were friendly and quick to answer. Thank you for a lovely week
Rebecca
Lovely cottage in a great location for exploring Cotswold. King size bed would have been better. Heating system that is in the main bedroom in its own cupboard woke us in the night. Down stairs wc had an horrendous smell, which we contacted the owner about my husband is a plumber so able to guide owner what the issue was They got a plumber out the next day. We still feel issue hasn't been rectified as there is still a smell, not as bad but still awful. Shower also needs looking at, the water pressure is poor so not a great shower. We did clean limescale off to get the head to run a bit better. Also when using any facilities upstairs the water noise is rather loud throughout. Plumbing really needs looking at. Garden could do with a storage box for the furniture cushions. We were so lucky with the weather that it would have been nice to be able to sit on the furniture, however due to cushions being wet, this was not possible. It would be easy enough for holiday makers to put cushions away when not using furniture. However we had a lovely stay. Thank you.
Nice and tidy. Good location. Kitchenware needs a bit of a refresh.
Second visit to this cottage. Ideal for visiting Oxford and Blenheim Palace, this was the idea of trip and I bought my 2 friends to area for first time. The hot tub was a lovely wind down from all our walking and visiting. Cottage just right and relaxing and we enjoyed watching baby house martins being fed and leaving their nests.
Well equipped, very clean and comfortable. Great location and extremely pleasant hosts.
Had a really lovely stay with our 2 children and our dog. The Stables was lovely inside and out. It was clean and comfortable the perfect base for seeing The Cotswolds and surrounding areas. Loved the hot tub and also the little welcome bottle of wine was a real treat!!
Charlotte
We had a really enjoyable stay! The cottage is perfect for what we wanted and had all the facilities we needed. The hot tub was great and it was near to local attractions such as Diddly squat farm and Bourtononthe water. I would definitely be interested in visiting again!
Sheila
Everything was fine and as expected. The only downside was that the hottub was not hot enough to use when we arrived. It took hours to get anywhere near enough lukewarm to use on the day of arrival.
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