Oxfordshire is a county in the South East of England which borders a number of counties including Berkshire and Warwickshire. With a population of just under 640,000 it is ranked 35th in the country in terms of population and 22nd in terms of area at 2,605 squared km. It is divided into the local government districts of; South and West Oxfordshire, Cherwell, Oxford and Vale of White Horse. The county itself well equipped for tourism and has a good range of accommodation options not least of which is the Oxfordshire Holiday Cottage.
The most significant centre of population is the city of Oxford, followed by Banbury, Bicester, Witney, Thame and Abingdon amongst others. Tourism is an important industry in Oxfordshire, as are the publishing, motorsport and biotechnology industries.
The name Oxford comes from the Anglo-Saxon Oxenaford, meaning 'ford for oxen'. In 1096 the University was established which has been one of the country’s premier seats of learning ever since. The county is brimming with attractions for the visitor, one of the most famous being Blenheim Palace which was designed by John Vanbrugh for the first Duke of Marlborough.
Choosing an Oxfordshire holiday cottage poses the dilemma of whether to stay in an idyllic countryside setting, for example in the Cotswolds, or in a more urban location for example Oxford itself, or perhaps Henley on Thames or Banbury.
Whichever you choose there is no shortage of holiday cottage options catering for the single guest, couples and families alike. From bijou cottages brimming with character and history to more modern cottages with state of the art facilities, our featured list has something for everyone.
Some of our featured cottages have large gardens which are ideal for children, and some happily accommodate pets. However, each cottage guarantees you a comfortable stay in a welcoming home from home environment, with all the amenities you could wish for.
The Oxfordshire Cotswolds are home to some of the most picture postcard Oxford guest houses in the country with delightful villages full of traditional stone built houses and local pubs and inns serving local ales and gourmet delights. Should you prefer an Oxfordshire holiday cottage in more vibrant surroundings, Oxford, known as the city of dreaming spires, provides first class shopping, restaurants and a lively nightlife.
