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Swifts Retreat at Oosland Barns - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, stereo, offices

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2592 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Bidford-on-Avon, Warwickshire
  • Place, Bidford Grange Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Shakespeare's Birthplace
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Shakespeare Theatre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alcester

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Bidford Grange Golf Club, this cottage places you within a few miles (5 km) of Bidford Grange Golf Course. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Bidford Grange Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Stratford Racecourse - 10 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Shakespeare's Birthplace - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 14 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • National Exhibition Centre - 49 min drive - 29.8 miles

Getting around

  • Evesham Honeybourne Station - 9 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Turks Head - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Holly Bush - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ellenden Farm Shop - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Swifts Retreat at Oosland Barns - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

Lying at the end of a farm track, surrounded by fields Swift's Retreat is a delightful barn conversion offering a pleasingly rural place to stay yet with a multitude of attractions within easy reach.

Forming the left-hand side of the courtyard, Swift's Retreat is a long, single level barn with bi-fold doors opening to both the open plan kitchen/living area and the bedroom. As you step through the entrance door you are welcomed by a light and airy space with a beautiful stone floor and exposed wooden roof beams framing the high ceiling. The rustic yet stylish design is perfectly in keeping with this barn's former life as a grain store and a fresh colour scheme of pale cream, yellows and greys features throughout with soft throws and cushions, bringing a warm and welcoming feel to this lovely space. The bedroom is a restful room with a comfy king-size bed and a spacious ensuite shower room.

Outside you'll find an enclosed garden, bordered by the green corrugated iron of a Nissan hut to one side. There's a small lawned area, but the star of the show is the hot tub, with views through the farm to the fields beyond. This is the place to relax in the sunshine on sunny afternoons, rustle up something tasty on the BBQ and stargaze by night surrounded by the soothing bubbles of the hot tub.

*Please make yourself aware of the hot tub rules and hours of use. An additional fee applies, and it must be requested at the time of booking. 

Ground Floor

Kitchen/Dining Area:
The entrance door opens into the kitchen area, which is a modern and stylish, well-equipped space. The pale wooden units add to the feeling of light and there's a window to the rear with rural views over the fields beyond. You'll find everything you need to prepare wonderful meals, including an induction hob and electric oven, there's also a slimline dishwasher so no-one needs to worry about being on washing up duty. Underfoot, the stunning stone floor runs the length of the barn.
The spacious breakfast bar is surrounded by high Eames-style stools and seats four comfortably. It's the perfect spot to enjoy romantic meals, morning coffee or just perch sipping a glass of wine while culinary masterpieces are created in the kitchen. If you're feeling the need for comfort, there's a soft leather armchair by the bi-fold doors, where you can catnap in the sun.

Living Area:
Creating a natural divide from the kitchen area is a large, exceptionally comfortable corner sofa adorned with soft throws and plump cushions. It's the ideal place to curl up with a good book or just kick back and relax after busy days of exploration. Two sets of bi-fold doors can be fully opened allowing plenty of fresh country air to flow though. From the living area there is a door to the enclosed rear garden and a door through to the bedroom.

Bedroom One:
This lovely, tranquil room is decorated in the same restful shades of cream and yellows with plenty of light from a further set of bi-fold doors. The comfy king-size bed is flanked by bedside tables with lantern-style reading lamps. There is a set of cute cubby shelves on the wall and hooks with hangers for clothes. There's also a chest of drawers and a dressing table with a mirror.

Shower Room:
The generously sized ensuite shower room has a large step-in shower cubicle, heated tower rail, handbasin and WC, a large window to the side overlooks the private garden.

Outside

Swift's Retreat has a private, enclosed garden complete with a four-seater hot tub (robes and flip flops are provided) and views over the farm buildings and surrounding farmland beyond. There's a charcoal BBQ, pretty bistro table with two chairs and a garden bench in the same style.

Points of Note
Book with us to get exclusive discounts to top attractions and experiences.
1 well-behaved dog welcome for an additional fee of £47 per dog. This fee is not included in the rental price. Please advise us at the time of booking if you are bringing a dog/s and you will be sent a request for the additional fee.
Located on a working farm. In the summer August/September, while the owners are harvesting, tractors and a trailer will be coming backwards and forwards filling the grain stores, which are situated close to the cottage.
Please make yourself aware of the hot tub rules and hours of use. An additional fee applies, and it must be requested at the time of booking. 
The hot tub will have been professionally tested and treated ready for your stay and will be switched on for your arrival. However, if there has been a same day changeover (requiring emptying and refilling on the same day), the hot tub may not reach the optimum temperature until approx. 7pm. 
To respect the neighbours, we ask that you only use the hot tub between the hours of 10am and 10pm.
Swift's Retreat is an adults only property and does not accept children or infants
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 592 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

589034

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Alcester, close to Ragley Hall, Evesham Country Park, and Stratford Racecourse. You'll also find Bidford Grange Golf Club and Bidford Grange Golf Course within a short drive.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Birmingham Airport (BHX), which is 29.1 mi away (46 minutes by car). Another top airport is Coventry (CVT), which is located 29.1 mi away (40-minute drive).

Swifts Retreat at Oosland Barns - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We couldn’t have asked for more at this property. It was quiet, scenic and the most perfect mini getaway. Can’t wait to book again in the future and have already told our family and friends all about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Azath Kamil M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Romantic relaxing holiday

It was a quiet place with private jacuzzi. It was very clean and tidy. Had towels,slippers and utensils. We enjoyed the stay and I would love to go back for a weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect relaxing location

This place is a real retreat. Very quiet and secluded. Beautifully converted barn offering all mod cons in the kitchen. Very cosy and comfortable lounge. The bedroom is perfect with a lovely comfortable bed. The bathroom again was stunning with a large walk in shower. The garden was very secluded with a large hot tub which we enjoyed for both nights of our stay. There is nothing at all we were disappointed with. This is a 100% perfect stay in our view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022