Our Top 6 Surprisingly Quirky Properties To Stay In
Forget about the cookie-cutter hotels and step away from the mundane holiday homes for at least one of your future getaways. From converted barns to historic getaway to traditional country cottages with all their charming features, it’s time to embrace the delightfully peculiar.
Whether you are looking for a quirky stay in the Oxfordshire countryside or Oxford city centre we have something for everyone to enjoy!
Here are our favourite surprisingly quirky properties we have available to book today:
The White Cottage
A charming two bedroom cottage in the heart of Woodstock. The cottage is a traditional English cottage with quirky touches throughout including the spiral staircase, fireplace and mini library for you to enjoy during your stay.
Perfect for up to three guests and up to one well behaved dog looking to explore all Woodstock and Blenheim Palace has to offer.
Peashell Farm Barns
Peashell Farm Barns are four stylishly designed barn apartments within a modern single-story structure. Located on a working farm near Witney, our collection of individual one-bedroom apartments offers a tranquil and contemporary retreat with a focus on thoughtful details. Nestled midway between the vibrant city of Oxford and the idyllic Cotswolds, Peashell Farm offers an ideal base for your stay, providing easy access to both bustling towns and cities and the serene beauty of the countryside.
Please note that due to its farm setting, Peashell Farm is not suitable for children or family stays.
The Conifer Studio
The Conifer Studio is a bright and sunny studio apartment close to the city centre of Oxford. The small but mighty studio is brightly decorated and has everything you would need for a short or extended stay for solo travellers, including a washer-dryer, well equipped kitchenette and skylight for natural light.
The Hayloft
Nestled in the heart of a quintessential English village, The Hayloft is a meticulously renovated apartment in the upper part of a converted barn. This wonderful home beautifully preserves many of the barn’s original features such as exposed wooden beams and textured walls. As you walk through the property, you’ll be embraced by the timeless ambience of a traditional barn atmosphere.
The Hayloft offers you the perfect base for exploring the renowned Soho Farmhouse, as well as the charming Cotswolds market towns of Chipping Norton and Burford. Enjoy exceptional garden views from the balcony, relax in your own four-poster bed, and get ready for an adventure with a delightful range of walking trails right from your doorstep. Treat your tastebuds to some incredible cuisine from one of many exceptional pubs and eateries.
The Bolthole
Situated in the charming Oxfordshire village of Nuneham Courtney, the Bolthole is the definition of a countryside cottage. With exposed beams and brick walls in the living room, you’ll feel encompassed by countryside living. But that’s not the most unique part of this property. In your own private garden, you’ll find some resident peacocks in all their glorious colours as they visit from the nearby estate.
The Bolthole offers the perfect starting point for exploring the renowned Oxford University Harcourt Arboretum and for undertaking several refreshing and invigorating walks. Not looking to cook dinner on some nights during your stay? There are several fantastic pubs and restaurants within a short drive from the property. Whether you’re staying for a romantic weekend, a family getaway, or a business trip, The Bolthole offers the perfect peaceful retreat.
The Dovecote
The Dovecote is a beautifully converted 18th-century dovecote – making this a real heritage stay! The home is full of character with a spiral staircase, private courtyard with seating, and a truly unique layout.
A cosy and memorable stay just moments from Blenheim Palace and the centre of Woodstock!
Do you have a quirky property that you’d like to rent out as a short-let space? Contact us today on 01993 222 200 or stay@shortletspace.co.uk and our team of experts will be happy to discuss your requirements.





