Mill Race

4.7★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor accommodation
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

54 Customer Review(s)

Sue
September 2023

“A lovely apartment, warm and comfortable with everything we needed to make our holiday enjoyable.”

Plus wine flowers and 'doggy bag' for Molly. Nice touch. The owners were lovely and were on hand for anything we needed.

Plus wine flowers and 'doggy bag' for Molly. Nice touch. The owners were lovely and were on hand for anything we needed.

- Sue, September 2023
Kevin August 2023

“Totally delighted with the accommodation,also met with the owners who were both very welcoming and helpful.”

Would recommend to friends and would definitely stay again if in this beautiful town.

- Kevin, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and the location. We hope to welcome you back. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Christine August 2023

“Very comfortable apartment .”

Helpful owners who make you welcome.

- Christine, August 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time away and we hope that we can welcome you again one day in the future. Best wishes, Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Patricia Ann July 2023

“Lovely stay at Mill Race, Hosts were charming and really helpful.”

It is a really pretty spot , and it was perfect for us to visit all the places we wanted to see . We shall certainly be back to try the other two properties Thank you for the flowers ,wine & goodies for Cookie , so kind of you . John,Ann&Cookie;

- Patricia Ann, July 2023

Thank you for this review which is much appreciated. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Mill Race and loved the location too. We would love to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Lisa July 2023

“I read previous reviews and there was some mention of noise from upstairs but I can honestly say that this did no impact on our stay at all.”

The hosts were very good and very approachable and were we to come to this area again we would choose to stay here. The setting is beautiful, very calm and serene yet only a fe minutes walk from the town. Lovely location and lovely place. Very dog friendly which is important for us.

- Lisa, July 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so happy to hear that yourselves and your dog enjoyed your stay! Mill Race really is a gorgeous property, as is the surrounding area! We hope to welcome you again soon. Best wishes, Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Glenda June 2023

“Very nice stay living area could do with some brighter lights and bigger towel’s in the bathroom”

- Glenda, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback and for your comments. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Richard June 2023

“Excellent accommodation and welcome from nice owner.”

- Richard, June 2023
Linda May 2023

“The cottage was perfect, local for lovely pubs, restaurants and shops.”

Owners friendly, and happy to help with questions about trips

- Linda, May 2023

Thank you for your lovely comments. We are delighted to hear that you had such a nice stay. Best wishes, Manor Cottages Property Owner
Martin April 2023

“Excellent 'bolt hole' with friendly and helpful owners on-site”

- Martin, April 2023
Brian February 2023

“Lovely little picturesque property cosy and warm .”

Village very pretty nice place to take a break.

- Brian, February 2023

Thank you for your lovely review. We're so glad you loved the property and also the village. We would love to welcome you again. Best wishes Manor Cottages Property Owner
Lesley November 2022

“Our second stay at Mill Race & as before we had a lovely stay.”

The cottage was lovely & warm & cozy with all the amenities we could possibly need (including a lovely bottle of red wine, treats for our dog & milk. Thank you) A pity the weather wasn't good to us, but hey ho, we still did what we wanted to do. Thank you Barry & Mandy

- Lesley, November 2022

Thank you for your kind comments.We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in Mill Race despite the weather. Look forward to seeing you again in the future. Barry & Mandy Property Owner
Elaine October 2022

“I was contacted to say we could arrive earlier than 6pm which was a good start to our holiday.”

Accurate directions and where we could park also given. Very impressed with the property, location and cleanliness. We met one of the owner's when taking our dog for a walk ! Barry introduced himself the following morning with a warm welcome . Flowers, wine and treats for the dog left for us as well as milk, very nice touch. in the property there were good facilities , information on places to visit and pubs and places to eat with personal recommendations. Although we had to cut our visit short due to my ill health, I would like to visit again.

- Elaine, October 2022
Deborah September 2022

“We had a lovely long weekend at Mill Race.”

The owner is extremely helpful and friendly and the apartment is in a perfect position to explore the Cotswolds. The property was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. We were very impressed!

- Deborah, September 2022

Thank you for your kind words. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Mill Race and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Barry & Mandy Property Owner
Mary August 2022

“The property is lovely, very well equipped and tastefully decorated and in a great location.”

The owners were welcoming and ready to help. The downsides are lack of natural light in the living area and noise from movement in the property above.

- Mary, August 2022

Thank you for providing us with feedback on your stay at Mill Race. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay overall and hope that the issues you encountered did not leave a lasting impact on your stay. Property Owner
Michael June 2022

“Excellent stay.”

Hosts were fabulous and nothing was too much trouble. Looking forward to return visit.

- Michael, June 2022

Thank you for leaving feedback, so pleased you had an excellent stay. Look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Ralph June 2022

“Attention to detail, facilities, position and welcome from owners all excellent.”

- Ralph, June 2022

Fabulous you enjoyed your stay at Mill Race. Property Owner
Kathryn April 2022

“A beautiful cottage very clean and well presented.”

Very helpful owners. Super location. Unfortunately the oven was extremely difficult to use. The tv remote control didn’t work. The bed was very soft and uncomfortable and the duvet very noisy and crackly? Also we could hear lots of noise from upstairs . A shame because if these things were fixed it would be amazing. Also if you are with Vodafone there is no reception in the cottage and very limited reception in the village.

- Kathryn, April 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear of the issues that you encountered during your stay. These will be looked at and rectified for future guests. We hope to one day welcome you back to Mill Race in the future. Property Owner
Ian April 2022

“Great location just 5 minutes walk from the town centre, amazing water feature with weir running through the mill grounds.”

Very welcoming and helpful hosts. Mill Race has everything you could need. Thanks.

- Ian, April 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback and we're so glad you like the location and settings. We hope to welcome you back again. Property Owner
Lynn April 2022

“We really enjoyed our stay, only downside was that there is no gate on the entrance, I unloaded and loaded outside in the parking so never felt the need to drive into the courtyard, and although my dog is really well behaved always had to accompany him when he went outside.”

The apartment is really lovely and the bed comfortable, we had a great stay and would recommend, the local pub food is really great and the hosts welcoming to me and my dog

- Lynn, April 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your suggestions and will make any changes we feel necessary. We are pleased you had a great stay and look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Paul March 2022

“Thanks Barry and Mandy for your hospitality.”

We loved Mill Race and had a great break. No problems to report, cottage good to go. Sorry about the broken glass. We have also wandered off with one of the cottage keys, it is in the post for you. Look forward to meeting you again. Kind regards Lorna and Paul

- Paul, March 2022

Thank you for your feedback. It is lovely to see you had a great stay at Mill Race and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
Joanna February 2022

“We had a fabulous holiday at Mill Race.”

It was ideal for the two of us and our little dog. Barry was really helpful with suggestions of where to eat. Plenty of beautiful places to visit. Would highly recommend.

- Joanna, February 2022
Sophie December 2021

“Beautiful little cottage and perfect for a cosy romantic break away!”

- Sophie, December 2021

Thank you for your feedback, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Andrew November 2021

“Ideal location in Burford for days out exploring the Cotswold's and beyond.”

Only a short walk to two very nice pubs the Oak and the Angel both great beer and food and the town centre. Perfect for the two of us and our small dog. Can't recommend this location enough.

- Andrew, November 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back any time in the future. Property Owner
Graeme August 2021

“A fab location for exploring.”

Barry and Mandy were very friendly and helpful. Small apartment, but it was just the right size for us and it was well equipped. Shared courtyard was OK, it missed having the privacy of our own garden. It didn't spoil the experience though because the other guests were friendly. Very quite and peaceful location. Burford is a beautiful village and is well served by lots of interesting shops and pubs.

- Graeme, August 2021

Thank you very much for your feedback about Mill Race. We are happy to hear that you had a good stay and enjoyed exploring the surrounding scenery. Property Owner
Susan July 2021

“The accommodation was clean and comfortable, but rather dark, especially the sitting area and the bedroom.”

We had to have lights on all day, even when it was sunny. The mill stream was lacking in water, so no waterfall. There are no views from the accommodation as it just opens onto an enclosed courtyard, and no garden. Parking on Witney Street was not always easy as Burford is a very busy place. The owners were very helpful and provided extras, including milk and wine. We are happy to recommend the apartment, as it's in a good position near the centre of Burford but very peaceful.

- Susan, July 2021

We are so sorry to hear of the issues that you encountered during your stay and hope that it did not impact your holiday. The suggestions you have provided will be passed onto the owner. We would be delighted to welcome you back anytime in the future. Property Owner
Robert July 2021

“Mill Race was a fantastic location with all clean and comfortable amenities we could not fault it.”

The icing on the cake was the bottle of wine, fresh flowers and little present the owners left as a welcome, We would definitely stay here again

- Robert, July 2021

Thank you for your lovely comments on Mill Race, we would love for you to return in the future! Property Owner
Terry May 2021

“Lovely cottage with all that was needed for our stay.”

Well equipped and comfortable. Lovely touch from the owners to leave flowers, tea/coffee/sugar, a toy and some treats for our dog, plus very helpful and welcoming. Available if necessary but not intrusive. Would thoroughly recommend.

- Terry, May 2021

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your stay at Mill Race. It's lovely to hear how much you enjoyed your stay and the little touches the owners left for you and your dog. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Samantha May 2021

“The location was lovely and set up of the apartment was great.”

The owners very nice people too. We were impressed the double glazing meant we didn’t hear the river, which was quite loud, but what we soon realised is there is no sound proofing between the apartment and the one above. So I am sorry to say that the time spent in the apartment was marred by noise, whether from pets or people. We didn’t complain as what can you do about people just living normally and moving about their home, but it really does come through very loudly and they maybe need to invest in making some sound proofing between floors. We only stayed for 2 days so just got on with it, but had it been longer it would have been more problematic.

- Samantha, May 2021

Thank you for your feedback with regards to your recent stay at Mill Race. We take all feedback on board and will feed your comments back to the owner. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Peter April 2021

“Excellent location - close to town but just far enough out of the centre for easy parking.”

Owners were a delight - very helpful throughout. Perfect for a couple and a dog, although not an enclosed garden but plenty of space to sit and have an afternoon drink outside. Beautiful spot next to the old mill and river. Would return for sure. Thanks!

- Peter, April 2021

We would love for you to return! Property Owner
David April 2021

“Lovely owners, great location and nice stay overall.”

They have a separate laundry room which was great for giving our walking gear a quick spin in the evening.

- David, April 2021
N October 2020

“This was a lovely holiday cottage and we couldn’t have asked for any more amenities.”

It’s in a great location to walk into Burford and a great size for two of us and a small dog. Would definitely stay again.

- N, October 2020
Richard October 2020

“Great, well equipped and cosy apartment in wonderful location.”

- Richard, October 2020

Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay at Mill Race. It's always lovely to get feedback from guest and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Anne September 2020

“Add that there is a hairdryer at the property.”

- Anne, September 2020

Thank you for your feedback, we do mention that there is a hair dryer at the property in the amenity details. Many thanks Manor Cottages. Property Owner
Lucy August 2020

“This was a lovely cottage, first class amenities and kitted out to a high standard.”

A great location just off the main High Street and for visiting the cotswolds. The only downsides were there being no enclosed space outside to keep my dog safe and having to find parking on the street as no parking was allowed on the property although there was sufficient space. These may have been things I overlooked when booking. But all in all we were well catered for and had a lovely time there

- Lucy, August 2020

Many thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback, we do mention on street parking, however we will look to see if we can make it more prominent in the description. We are pleased to hear you have a lovely time and the cottage was kitted out to a high standard. Manor Cottages Property Owner
Lynn July 2020

“Lovely welcome from Barry the owner.”

Easy walk in to the town, plenty of parking close to the cottage. Would definitely recommend.

- Lynn, July 2020
Mary March 2020

“The location of the cottage was perfect - on a quiet road 5 minutes walk from Burford’s main high street with all the shops and restaurants.”

It is well positioned as a base for walking or cycling and exploring the Cotswolds. We had a couple of great walks one straight from the cottage and the other a 10 minute drive to the start. The cottage was cleverly designed and beautifully clean. It was compact but very comfortable and just right for 2 people. The cottage was very well equipped with everything we needed. The bed was extremely comfortable. On arrival there was milk in the fridge, plenty of tea coffee and sugar, a delicious bowl of fruit on the table as well as a beautiful vase of lilies. Barry the owner was extremely welcoming and helpful. Thank you.

- Mary, March 2020

Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful review of Mill Race,We really appreciate your kind words and are thrilled you had such a wonderful stay here in Burford. We hope you are able to visit again soon. Property Owner
Gordon September 2019

“Obviously the cottage lacked all the convenience of home but it provided an excellent, convenient and relatively economic facility that allowed us to be where we wanted to be and when.”

We were able to accomplish all we wanted to do from a comfortable base and left with feelings almost of regret.

- Gordon, September 2019
Margaret September 2019

“This cottage is compact but adequate for two people and a dog.”

It’s tastefully decorated and comfortable. I could hear the owners upstairs at times when they went to the bathroom which seemed to be above the bedroom. Otherwise a lovely location in quaint Burford. We would come back.

- Margaret, September 2019

Thank you for the feedback. Have pointed this out to the owners and they have noted this comment. Property Owner
Gavin August 2019

“Mill Race is the perfect accomodation for a break in the Cotswolds.”

Situated just outside(5 minute walk) of the beautiful town of Burford, the owners are incredibly helpful and the place is pristine. A really enjoyable holiday visiting locations but we also looked forward to going back to Mill Race to relax in comfort.

- Gavin, August 2019
Kathryn August 2019

“The flowers, fruit, and milk for tea was a wonderful touch that makes someone feel welcomed.”

The location was convenient to all the major roads so you can get to places easily. It is a wonderful location for walking to the center of town.

- Kathryn, August 2019
Derek July 2019

“Lovely accommodation set in a lovely location.”

- Derek, July 2019
Michael July 2019

“Good clean and spacious apartment in a very nice location in Burford.”

Easy access to the town and numerous pubs and restaurants

- Michael, July 2019
Kathleen July 2019

“Everything was perfect.”

The apartment was well presented and clean. Barry was on hand to give us tips on where to visit etc. Two minor hic -cups were dealt immediately and with-out any fuss. Brilliant for a relaxing holiday !!

- Kathleen, July 2019
Mark July 2019

“The Cottage was pristine and utterly perfect for a couple and their mutt.”

Nothing to complain about whatsoever, and Barry the Owner was an extremely nice chap, who couldn't help enough. Perfectly situated near to the main centre of Burford.

- Mark, July 2019
Amanda June 2019

“Fab location for exploring the cotswolds Lovely and comfortable apartment with a friendly welcome from Barry”

- Amanda, June 2019
Michael June 2019

“The owners were exceptionally welcoming and helpful, and the cottage was, for the most part very comfortable.”

The only slight niggle for me was that the very cleverly taken photos of Mill Race didn't give any indication how restricted the shower cabinet was. As someone of larger size it made showering very difficult and ,had I been aware at the time of booking, we would probably have plumped for a different property

- Michael, June 2019
Andreas June 2019

“Very nice modern Apartment.”

We felt very comfortable .well equipped kitchen.wery friendly welcome from Barry. We would stay there again.Good position, just few steps from noisy high street.

- Andreas, June 2019
Ciara June 2019

“The host was extremely friendly and helpful; offering advice on local walks and places to eat.”

He ensured we had a comfortable stay and small touches such as fresh fruit, flowers and milk were very thoughtful. As the weather turned very poor, it was lovely to have such a cosy warm place to stay with fresh fluffy towels! Fabulous location and a wonderful stay.

- Ciara, June 2019
Gillian June 2019

“Parking is on road but not directly outside cottage.”

It was difficult to find a place as Burford was very busy.

- Gillian, June 2019
L May 2019

“As we had a dog, we assumed the courtyard was enclosed, which it was not.”

Perhaps mention this in future listings.

- L, May 2019
Duncan April 2019

“Mill Race is fairly newly refurbished, clean and very well equipped & we have been to Burford twice before.”

The only gripe we had was that the soundproofing between the ground floor cottage & the over-sailing parts of the first floor owners house was very poor. We could hear every step, phone conversations & even sounds from their bathroom when the owners (or the people looking after the house) were in upstairs. That aside we had a nice stay & we'll definitely be back to Burford.

- Duncan, April 2019
Tracy April 2019

“A really good find.”

Nice and convenient for walking through to the High Street. Very clean. A welcome bowl of fruit waiting for us. Would go back.

- Tracy, April 2019
Susan April 2019

“A warm welcome with Fresh flowers and fruit and some Easter Eggs a nice touch.”

Ideal location.

- Susan, April 2019
Nick April 2019

“Warm welcome in a beautiful area, very quiet yet in walking distance of Burford.”

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would very likely return.

- Nick, April 2019

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Summary

1 x king bed, 1 x bathroom with stand alone shower, WC and washbasin
Open plan kitchen/dining room/bedroom and shared courtyard space.
Central heating
Towels & bed linen
Cooker
Microwave
Fridge/freezer
Hair dryer
Ironing board
WIFI, TV
On-street parking
Pet-friendly
Shared courtyard space
Washing machine /dryer on site SHARED
Any day arrival fine
1 well behaved pet welcome, charged at £25 per week., Ground floor apartment. use of shared courtyard space.

The property

A short distance from Burford's renowned (and frequently photographed) High Street is Mill Race, a quaint, contemporary, and incredibly welcoming ground-floor flat.

The millstream, which has a stunning cascade, flows beneath the mill next to the flat.

Offering the best of both worlds, it is very peaceful and remote but only a 5-minute walk from Burford town centre with its chic shops, superb selection of pubs, and restaurants in one direction, and lovely countryside walks just a few hundred yards in the other.

Everything you'll need for a nice stay is available at Mill Race.

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About the location

BURFORD

Swinbrook 2.4 miles; Little Barrington 3.5 miles; Minster Lovell 5.6 miles.

Burford is possibly one of, if not the most famous of the Cotswolds' locations. With its medieval bridge, old stone houses and attractive Tudor and Georgian frontages, it is justifiably one of the most picturesque towns in England. Often referred to as the 'Gateway to the Cotswolds', the town was originally a fortified Anglo-Saxon ford which later grew to be an important regional crossroads and wealthy wool town. Located midway between Oxford and Cheltenham, it is a little haven of history and beauty that many come to fall in love with when they visit. The 16th century Tolsey building, once the meeting place for medieval merchants, now houses The Tolsey Museum, a delightful local museum illustrating the town's social and industrial past. The church is stunning, a real gem architecturally with many interesting memorials charting some of Burford's great families. There is also the signature, on the baptisimal font, of Antony Sedley, one of the Levellers besieged in the church in 1649 - three of the ringleaders were executed by Oliver Cromwell's men in the churchyard. History awaits! With little change over the centuries, Burford is now very popular with visitors, both for its beauty and history but also for its shopping and antiques, and for the wide variety of places to eat, with restaurants, pubs and tea shops. It is an ideal base for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudeley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all within ten miles.

Ground floor apartment
Please note on street parking only.
Shared courtyard
SHARED washing/dryer
Pet charge at £25 per week
Not suitable for children

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Reviews & Ratings

“A lovely apartment, warm and comfortable with everything we needed to make our holiday enjoyable.”

“Totally delighted with the accommodation,also met with the owners who were both very welcoming and helpful.”

“Very comfortable apartment .”

“Lovely stay at Mill Race, Hosts were charming and really helpful.”

“I read previous reviews and there was some mention of noise from upstairs but I can honestly say that this did no impact on our stay at all.”

“Very nice stay living area could do with some brighter lights and bigger towel’s in the bathroom”

“Excellent accommodation and welcome from nice owner.”

“The cottage was perfect, local for lovely pubs, restaurants and shops.”

“Excellent 'bolt hole' with friendly and helpful owners on-site”

“Lovely little picturesque property cosy and warm .”

“Our second stay at Mill Race & as before we had a lovely stay.”

“I was contacted to say we could arrive earlier than 6pm which was a good start to our holiday.”

“We had a lovely long weekend at Mill Race.”

“The property is lovely, very well equipped and tastefully decorated and in a great location.”

“Excellent stay.”

“Attention to detail, facilities, position and welcome from owners all excellent.”

“A beautiful cottage very clean and well presented.”

“Great location just 5 minutes walk from the town centre, amazing water feature with weir running through the mill grounds.”

“We really enjoyed our stay, only downside was that there is no gate on the entrance, I unloaded and loaded outside in the parking so never felt the need to drive into the courtyard, and although my dog is really well behaved always had to accompany him when he went outside.”

“Thanks Barry and Mandy for your hospitality.”

“We had a fabulous holiday at Mill Race.”

“Beautiful little cottage and perfect for a cosy romantic break away!”

“Ideal location in Burford for days out exploring the Cotswold's and beyond.”

“A fab location for exploring.”

“The accommodation was clean and comfortable, but rather dark, especially the sitting area and the bedroom.”

“Mill Race was a fantastic location with all clean and comfortable amenities we could not fault it.”

“Lovely cottage with all that was needed for our stay.”

“The location was lovely and set up of the apartment was great.”

“Excellent location - close to town but just far enough out of the centre for easy parking.”

“Lovely owners, great location and nice stay overall.”

“This was a lovely holiday cottage and we couldn’t have asked for any more amenities.”

“Great, well equipped and cosy apartment in wonderful location.”

“Add that there is a hairdryer at the property.”

“This was a lovely cottage, first class amenities and kitted out to a high standard.”

“Lovely welcome from Barry the owner.”

“The location of the cottage was perfect - on a quiet road 5 minutes walk from Burford’s main high street with all the shops and restaurants.”

“Obviously the cottage lacked all the convenience of home but it provided an excellent, convenient and relatively economic facility that allowed us to be where we wanted to be and when.”

“This cottage is compact but adequate for two people and a dog.”

“Mill Race is the perfect accomodation for a break in the Cotswolds.”

“The flowers, fruit, and milk for tea was a wonderful touch that makes someone feel welcomed.”

“Lovely accommodation set in a lovely location.”

“Good clean and spacious apartment in a very nice location in Burford.”

“Everything was perfect.”

“The Cottage was pristine and utterly perfect for a couple and their mutt.”

“Fab location for exploring the cotswolds Lovely and comfortable apartment with a friendly welcome from Barry”

“The owners were exceptionally welcoming and helpful, and the cottage was, for the most part very comfortable.”

“Very nice modern Apartment.”

“The host was extremely friendly and helpful; offering advice on local walks and places to eat.”

“Parking is on road but not directly outside cottage.”

“As we had a dog, we assumed the courtyard was enclosed, which it was not.”

“Mill Race is fairly newly refurbished, clean and very well equipped & we have been to Burford twice before.”

“A really good find.”

“A warm welcome with Fresh flowers and fruit and some Easter Eggs a nice touch.”

“Warm welcome in a beautiful area, very quiet yet in walking distance of Burford.”

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About the location

BURFORD