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16th century converted mill in the Cotswolds with a hot tub -Little Barford Mill

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A stone farmhouse with a river in front, a wooden deck, and a grassy field.
TV, fireplace, Netflix, streaming services
5 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Interior
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 102842 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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Barford St John, near Great Tew, Oxfordshire
  • Place, Rye Hill Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Broughton Castle
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairytale Farm
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Banbury, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Rye Hill Golf Club and Broughton Castle. .This cottage is 13.7 mi (22 km) from Blenheim Palace and 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Bicester Village.

What's nearby

  • Rye Hill Golf Club - 15 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Broughton Castle - 20 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Banbury Cross - 22 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Rousham House and Gardens - 23 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Fairytale Farm - 24 min drive - 12.5 miles

Getting around

  • Bicester Heyford Station - 19 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Chatsworth - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Easington - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Yurt Café Nicholson’s Garden Centre - ‬13 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

16th century converted mill in the Cotswolds with a hot tub -Little Barford Mill

Little Barford Mill is a unique property near Great Tew that sleeps 10 guests, in five spacious ensuite bedrooms. This 16th century watermill has been lovingly renovated to combine its abundance of personality and character with high-quality, contemporary amenities. From the hand made oak features to the millstone sunk into the bathroom floor, there are unique quirks around every corner. At the heart of the property is the original watermill mechanism impeccably preserved and a real insight into the property's history. With stunning views from every window, it is well worth taking a quiet moment to watch the sunset and admire the idyllic scenery from the viewing nook. Outside, the hot tub showcases the mill's wonderful location nestled in the spectacular countryside, the perfect spot to relax with friends or family for a peaceful break. Little Barford Mill is a dog friendly holiday home, suitable for two well-behaved dogs!

Accommodation
This five bedroom holiday cottage located just outside Barford St John, is perfectly situated for those looking to gather with family and friends for a peaceful break to explore the local area. The accommodation is laid out as follows:

Ground Floor

Kitchen
Well-equipped kitchen with flag-stone flooring, garden access, electric oven, induction hob, fridge, freezer, wine fridge, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, cafetiere and steps leading down to the dining area

Sitting/dining room
Open plan layout with oak farmhouse table seating ten, two four-seater sofas, two-seater sofa, Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only), original inglenook fireplace with wood burner and garden access door
Utility cupboard with vacuum and mop

Snug
Cosy area with four-seater sofa, Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only), armchair, coat stand, garden access door and display window featuring the original mill workings
Stairway leading up to original mill mechanism, door to the outside patio, loveseat and wonderful views over the river

Cloakroom
Basin and loo

First Floor

Master bedroom with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Exposed brick work with feature fireplace, double bed, clothes rail, chest of drawers, vanity mirror, two stools and hairdryer
Ensuite with handmade Moroccan basin, roll top bath with handheld shower attachment, loo and heated towel rail

Bedroom 2 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Double bed, built-in wardrobe, mirror and hairdryer
Ensuite with walk-in rain shower, with basin atop an original beam, loo and heated towel rail

Bedroom 3 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Accessed via its own staircase from snug, king size bed, clothes rail, chest of drawers, armchair, mirror and hairdryer
Ensuite with feature millstone sunk into the floor, walk-in rain shower, basin, loo and heated towel rail

Annexe
The peaceful Annexe is accessed from the garden where the following rooms are available:

Bedroom 4 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
King size bed, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only), hanging rail, chest of drawers, armchair and hairdryer
Kitchenette with sink and kettle
Ensuite roll top bath with handheld shower attachment, stool, basin, loo and heated towel rail

Bedroom 5 with ensuite (Sleeps 2)
Super-king bed (can be twin beds on request), chest of drawers, clothes rail, Smart TV with Netflix (account holders only), hairdryer, mirror and door to garden
Kitchenette with fridge, sink and kettle
Ensuite with walk-in rain shower, basin, loo and heated towel rail

Outside
Split level garden with outdoor dining table for 10, charcoal BBQ, steps down to hot tub and lower lawn with unfenced river (dogs and children need to be supervised in this area at all times)

External laundry room
Washing machine, tumble dryer, sink, iron, ironing board, drying rack, clothes horse and coat hooks

The Finer Details..
The maximum occupancy for this property is 10 guests. Infants do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions the occupancy can only be exceeded by 2 additional infants (aged 2 or under)
Bed linen, bathrobes and towels are provided (duvets and pillows are hypoallergenic)
Off street parking is available for up to 5 cars
Electric charging point
1 travel cot and 1 highchair are available on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided)
2 medium sized dogs (no larger than Labradors) are welcome for an additional £50 per booking per dog. For pet rules, please visit our FAQs
Free WiFi
Mobile phone reception varies depending on provider
4 Smart TVs
Garden
Charcoal BBQ available from April to September (guests are responsible for providing charcoal and cleaning BBQ after use)
Hot tub
Oil fired central heating system
Starter supply of wood provided for the wood burning stove from October to April only
Please note there are two ground floor studio bedrooms with a step into each. There are also steps from the kitchen to the dining and living areas on the ground floor
This is a period property with character features including low beams, mill mechanisms, multiple floors and sloped ceilings
Outside, there are different levelled patio areas, with steps and handrails
Please note, there is an unenclosed river along the bottom of the garden. Children, infants, pets and those that cannot swim must be supervised at all times. Life buoys are available for rescue purposes only
The smoke and CO detectors operate on a sound only basis and, therefore, those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems and could be at risk
No smoking or vaping is permitted throughout the property

Things to Note...
Hen and Stag parties are not permitted, though other same sex groups can enquire
Commercial and work related bookings can enquire
Events are not permitted without prior consent
Either a Security Deposit or payment of an Accidental Damage Waiver is required at this property
Check in is from 16:00 and check out is by 10:00
Little Barford Mill is located in grounds of a working farm, please follow the marked tracks, be aware of machinery and keep dogs on the lead around livestock
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden. This cottage also features complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,842 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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16th century converted mill in the Cotswolds with a hot tub -Little Barford Mill Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

A Fabulous Cotswold Cottage

Little Barford Mill has given our group of 8 friends the most fabulous Spring break. It is truly wonderful in all respects - position within a lovely farm and with delightful walks direct from the door; decor, furnishings and equipment; gorgeous rural views and a delicious cake on arrival to boot! We loved it and hope to return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely

Can't thank you enough, delightfully appointed and secluded. Keep an eye out for the Otters in and around the mill race.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

One of the nicest places we’ve stayed

Little Barford Mill was one of the nicest places we’ve stayed at. Was perfect for 5 couples, all very comfortable , clean and very beautifully done .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicola l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OMG can’t rate this property high enough. Stayed for 3 nights for my partners 60th with friends. The cottage is just stunning with every room beautiful. Very well equipped with a scrummy cake upon arrival. Tom the manager was exceedingly helpful, just a shame we were a bit early for lambing. Went to George Inn for Sunday roast which was lovely. Will defo go back
Beautiful sunset
Plenty of room for 10 adults
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jenna D.

Perfect spot for a family stay

A brilliant place to stay in the Cotswolds and perfect for our group of 8 adults and 2 children. Easy to access, beautiful grounds and highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous property

This property was the perfect venue to celebrate a family birthday. It is beautifully designed and v stylish - straight out of ‘Country Living’. The fact that each bedroom is en suite was brilliant. Highly recommended- we’ll certainly be returning. Also, the information from StayCotswolds was timely and well-judged making the whole process very easy.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cotswold AB&B

Lovely stay again. Hope to be back again next year……………….,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Thsnk you again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Oliver P.

Perfect Country Getaway to Unwind

The most relaxing country stay with friends, the perfect place to switch off and wind down. The house was absolutely spotless, and cooking there was a real pleasure with everything you could possibly need at hand. There was plenty of space for our group to come together comfortably, while still feeling warm and cosy at the same time. Everyone slept incredibly well; the bed linen and pillows were truly first class. Evenings were spent curled up in the cosy living room, chatting and relaxing, which made it feel like home straight away. A lovely, comfortable place that made our time together extra special — we’d happily stay again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful weekend!

We had an absolutely amazing time at Little Barford Mill. From beginning to end it was truly fabulous. The location, the property and the service were all first class. We will definitely return. Anyone wondering whether to book, we would say definitely do.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M.

Amazing stay

If you are thinking of booking little barford mill, do it, you won't be disappointed! We spent 3 nights for my 40th birthday celebrations, and for 9 of us and 2 dogs, it was perfect! Comfortable, clean, well appointed, beautiful scenery, great hot tub, you really couldn't ask for more. It's a really special place and we wouldn't hesitate in booking again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Caroline L.

Most amazing stay in beautiful area

Everything we wanted for a magical celebration short stay. Cottage was so beautiful we didn't want to leave.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Simon A.

Such a beautiful property - we felt spoilt!

Everything was perfect. Everything in the property was outstanding quality & the building is so beautiful with original exposed beams, water wheel - simply amazing. The owners were so friendly and great they are so near if there were any issues (which there weren't). Amazing location with great views. So peaceful as well. We highly recommend the property and will definitely be returning.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic accommodation! We had an amazing stay here. Would highly recommend. Beautiful location

Our stay here was amazing! Beautiful place and really friendly, helpful owner. The accommodation is very clean, well equipped and beautifully decorated with lots of lovely touches including a very tasty cake on arrival! Would highly recommend staying here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent house for a family party

We booked Little Barford Mill for a multi generational family party. The property was stunning with everything we needed plus a luxurious hot tub and great walks straight from the door. The enclosed garden was great for the dog. We really appreciated the Victoria sponge cake (bake off worthy!), the fresh flowers and the luxurious bathrobes and bed linens. The owners were charming, friendly and on hand if required. The location was quiet but well placed for seeing the Cotswolds. We enjoyed a Sunday lunch at the local pub (The George) which was walking distance away.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Fabulous family weekend

9 of our family spent the weekend in Little Barford Mill, to celebrate my 75th birthday. What a fantastic stay, the house was tastefully restored, clean, warm and had everything we needed. The owner was nearby and so extremely friendly. We would love to return to this beautiful house in the wonderful location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brilliant stay at Little Barford Mill

We had an amazing stay at Little Barford Mill for my Dads 60th birthday weekend. The cottage was extremely well equipped and clean, and the surrounding area was beautiful with stunning views. We already can’t wait to come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Already looking at dates to go back!

Wonderful location and so peaceful...just sit and listen to the water while drinking a glass of your favourite
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Place

Little Barford Mill is a fabulous place to stay, so peaceful and lovely to stay on a working farm. The hosts were quick to sort anything out for us and warm and friendly. It’s a great location for getting about in the Cotswolds. Fantastic local walks. Loved the hot tub and garden spaces being able to watch and listen to the wildlife. Very well stocked kitchen, they have really thought through everything you may need and a delicious home made Victoria sponge sat waiting for us in the fridge. We loved our relaxing stay so much - thank you. Just one suggestion a long mirror for dressing would to add to already beautiful decor.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great short stay in the countryside

We had a lovely stay at Little Barford. The kids enjoyed watching the tractors go by and the grown ups admired the peaceful surroundings. Lots to do a short drive away - we’d recommend Cotswold Wildlife Park. The house had lots of homely touches that made us feel welcome such as freshly baked cake and flower displays.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

review of stay at little barford mill

lovely, interesting cottage. very comfortable for family stay(with dog). good centre for visiting cotswolds. would definitely recommend it to others.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

August weekend stay

We had a wonderful weekend stay at Little Barford Mill to celebrate a 70th birthday. The house met our expectations in every way and the little extra touches - fresh cake to welcome us, wild flowers in all the rooms, made it all very special. The setting lent itself to a private, relaxed and special weekend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Fantastic Accommodations in the Cotswolds

I cannot say enough nice things about Little Barford Mill, it was absolutely perfect for our time away. The building has so much space and character, and it is so nicely done. The location is peaceful and has trails right outside the door and there are many nice little villages a short drive away for anything you may need. Every member of my family thought this place was perfect.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous cottage in stunning location

This was the perfect cottage for a group of friends - immaculate, super comfortable and spacious accommodation. Thoughtful touches such as the beautiful flowers in all the rooms and delicious home made cake on arrival made it so welcoming. And the setting is stunning. Thank you so much for making our stay so extra special. We loved Little Barford Mill!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

Perfection

Everything about this place was awesome. It was particularly good for a group celebration. It was truly fabulous. Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Simply the best

An absolutely stunning, well thought out space with a real sense of peace and tranquility. We were a family of 10 and a 4 week old baby but it felt like we all had our own ‘apartments’ and were not on top of each other. It was magical to see the ponies grazing from our bedroom in the mornings. Just wished we’d booked it for the week. Thank you to Tom and team.