The Gallery Barn sits in an amazing elevated rural position with far
reaching views across fields and the Cotswolds beyond.
Originally an historic barn that was named after King John's Oak, which was
a meeting point when the entire area was covered by the ancient Royal Forest
of Wychwood, this barn was sympathetically converted to provide a great
meeting point for families and friends.
The eye-catching full height living area with its vast floor-to-ceiling
windows and exposed beamed ceiling is a perfect spot to sit and relax and
watch the world from.
The light literally floods in and makes the room a
truly special place to be.
The barn is spotlessly clean and very well appointed, with fully equipped
kitchen and two ensuite bedrooms, one on the ground floor and one upstairs.
The galleried landing has a desk area when work or study has to be done or
the window seat in the first floor bedroom gives a peaceful place to sit and
admire the sheep in the fields beyond.
If you love walking, this is a great base to launch from with plenty of
guides and maps provided for you to use during your stay.
Cycle hire can be
arranged prior to your stay if you wish to take a slow tour under your own
steam with routes provided by request.
The owners are keen naturalists and being farmers have a connection to the
land that is second to none.
If you want to ask about the local wildlife or
country matters this is the place to be.
If you want your children to see
the sheep at lambing time then April is the month to come and stay.
There
are plenty of guides to help you identify the barn owl or buzzard or even
the red kite and raven that can be seen around the fields.
This is
brilliantly located for Burford, Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow on the Wold and
Chipping Norton, not to mention Blenheim Palace and all the other
attractions that are within easy reach.
There are some superb pubs within a
5 - 10 min drive - The Swan at Swinbrook, The Hare at Milton-under-Wychwood,
The Plough at Finstock and of course The Fox in Leafield are all recommended
for their individuality.
A great choice for a family or friends.