Tithe Barn, Lyneham

4.8★

Excellent

Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

33 Customer Review(s)

“One of the showers wasn't working.”

- Mrs Hargreaves, September 2021
Mr Bhundia July 2021

“The owner was very helpful and kind.”

The accommodation was superb a d dog friendly too. We loved the stay there. Many thanks

- Mr Bhundia, July 2021
Mrs Furness June 2021

“Lovely barn stay.”

Very clean and great layout for a family holiday. Lots of things to do within 30 minute drive. Great host.

- Mrs Furness, June 2021
Ms Harrison July 2020

“Barn is great size, especially downstairs for large families / groups.”

Bedrooms are functional but not especially user friendly. Showers are small and hard to adjust, curtains & blinds are barely sufficient to keep light out and photo's of property fail to show that it's totally surrounded by other buildings which makes it feel more claustraphobic that might have been imagined.

- Ms Harrison, July 2020

Thank you for your feedback on Tithe Barn, we will pass your comments to the owner. We hope you had a great time. Property Owner
Ms Sutton November 2019

“The downstairs area was a fantastic place for us to be together for our family reunion.”

The holiday cottage was extremely cosy. Everything was spotless.

- Ms Sutton, November 2019
Miss Cooper November 2019

“We were kept awake every night of our 4 night stay by a pack of barking dogs, so not quite the quiet countryside location the property is described as being in.”

This really did have a huge negative effect on our stay which we had booked to celebrate my Mum's 70th birthday, we were absolutely shattered when left the property and not for the right reasons. The property itself could do with some refurbishments as it is looking tired in places. The beds are very uncomfortable and I was disappointed to see they were made up with mismatched bedding. The showers are tiny and towels provided are looking worn and are small. The kitchen lighting is awful, it is very hard to see what you are doing in the evening when cooking as there are no under cabinet lights, which teamed with a black work top, black tiles and poor ceiling lights makes cooking tricky. The fridge/freezer provided is very small for the size of the property. The lounge/dining area could do with more lamps or a dimmer switch as the lighting is very harsh. I was disappointed that the owner refused any form of refund for the inconvenience caused by the barking dogs, especially as they have obviously had this problem before due to other feedback comments, which unfortunately came online after we had booked.

- Miss Cooper, November 2019
Mrs Colley October 2019

“The barn was clean and comfortable however I feel the need to mention the farm dogs - at least we think it was the farm dogs which barked and howled during the night and early hours.”

None of us slept well being constantly woken up by the noise - we are not sure if they were being used as guard dogs? Our party are from farming backgrounds having been brought up and lived on working farms so cannot be assumed to be city people who know nothing of the countryside. Might be an idea to let future clients know of the barking or tell the owners.

- Mrs Colley, October 2019

We can only apologise that the dogs kept you awake during the night and we will look into this, as we want all of our guests to have the best possible time. Thank you for your feedback. Property Owner
Mrs Craig August 2019

“Disappointed to find that one room described as having an en-suite only had a WC and wash basin.”

The mattresses on the beds although covered with mattress toppers were not 4* standard. As a destination for our family weekend the setting was superb. Sorry we never got to meet the manager but I am sure he was very busy on the farm.

- Mrs Craig, August 2019
Mrs Knight June 2019

“We had a very pleasant week in the barn.”

The downstairs was very spacious and the kitchen was well equipped but the fridge was too small for the seven of us staying there. We had an issue with the kettle but this was resolved very quickly by Nathan the owner. The upstairs was a little tired and the furniture was basic. The pillows all need replacing and there were very few decent hangers for clothes in the wardrobes. Overall we had a good holiday but the some aspects of the property could do with an update.

- Mrs Knight, June 2019
Mrs Davis May 2019

“Showers were not powerful, had to hold one of them up right.”

Said there was four en-suite but one was just a toilet area and no shower. Apart from that it was a fantastic place, great loving area.

- Mrs Davis, May 2019
Mr Butcher

“Very spacious downstairs with well-equipped kitchen and bathroom facilities.”

Good for large party.

- Mr Butcher,
Mr C

“Accommodation was of a very high standard and provided everything we required for an enjoyable weekend.”

- Mr C,
Mrs Hudson

“Very well equipped, lots of space, friendly owner.”

The sheep dogs are brilliant but some of the horses are very noisy when they want to be fed!

- Mrs Hudson,
Mrs Ganley

“Ideal for our family size.”

Good layout, good location, lovely Border Collies, lovely open layout.

- Mrs Ganley,
Hughes

“Very well equipped, clean, prompt communications with cottage owner.”

Good location to explore Cotswolds

- Hughes,
Emily

“This was a great place for a big weekend away with some friends.”

We all had plenty of space and the sofas (where we spent more of our time) were very comfy! We found the barn very warm and the arrival process very straight forward. We would recommend it to others looking for a spacious place to stay in the depths of the countryside. \ Emily, Dec 2016

- Emily,
Mrs Barnes

“The barn was well-located and the space on the ground floor was great for a family gathering.”

- Mrs Barnes,
Miss Scott

“Lovely house with big communal area, right in the countryside, very peaceful”

- Miss Scott,
Mr and Mrs S

“The cottage was well laid out with plently of space.”

We had a very enjoyable time celebrating a 40th wedding anniversary (3 couples one young child). The cottage provided everything we needed and more!

- Mr and Mrs S,
Mr Le G

“As a family we were celebrating a 70th birthday.”

There was everything at the cottage for all generations. Very clean and welcoming and a nice relaxed ambience about it.

- Mr Le G,
Mr Bolton

“Cottage was in a great location and parking was easy.”

- Mr Bolton,
Miss R

“The cottage was clean, spacious, cosy and relaxing.”

- Miss R,
Mr R

“The property was perfectly suited for our needs.”

The enclosed garden was ideal as we had dogs with us.

- Mr R,
Mrs Welch

“Fulfilled our criteria re location/number of bathrooms/full showers etc One of our group has impaired mobility & the open plan, uncluttered layout works well for her.”

- Mrs Welch,
T Haynes

“We loved the large Sitting/Dining Room with plenty of space for our nine people.”

There was also a good supply of cutlery/crockery. The kitchen also was a very good size and well equipped.

- T Haynes,
Mrs Edwards

“Perfect size and layout for large family gathering.”

- Mrs Edwards,
Mrs Hawkons

“Big, light & airy, warm, clean, well equiped, helpful owners.”

- Mrs Hawkons,
Mr Lamb

“Good location, well equipped, very warm, nice layout.”

- Mr Lamb,
Mrs Strathdee

“Great house- roomy, clean- great location- helpful owners- everything we needed.”

Loved it and would go back.

- Mrs Strathdee,
Mr Tickner

“This was a lovely barn on a working farm.”

- Mr Tickner,
Mr. T.

“The cottage was very clean throughout and the downstairs fixtures and fittings were of a very good standard with a well equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge and excellent dining facilities.”

- Mr. T.,
Mr Bull

“A beautiful barn, very well equipped”

- Mr Bull,
Mr Moore

“It was big, next to a working farm, quiet set in a lovely area, and nice garden.”

Plenty of parking space.

- Mr Moore,

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The property

Tithe Barn, Lyneham is a superb choice for a large gathering of friends or family looking to be located right in the heart of the Cotswolds and within a very comfortable and spacious barn conversion.

We see it as the ideal choice for a family country holiday given its surroundings, tucked down a very quiet lane on the edge of small village.

Set on a working farm within a small Cotswolds hamlet, the barn has nearby access to the rolling countryside of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds.

Over the years guests have regularly returned to Tithe Barn (which is a very good sign) and we suspect it is because it has a wonderful open plan living space which is absolutely ideal for entertaining.

The owners who are around the corner and happy to give advice and ideas on what to do locally have worked hard to make this an attractive destination and together the property and the classic countryside surroundings make it perfect as a get-a-way choice.

Internally the barn has been well renovated and provides superb facilities and touches including the enormous windows in the centre of the building.

Externally this English Country barn has an enclosed garden and access to brilliant walks in every direction.

An absolute favourite with our customers, and you can see why. PLEASE NOTE THE COTTAGE CAN SLEEP 10 PEOPLE IN TOTAL 8 IN BEDS AND 2 ON THE SOFA BED.

(CHARGES APPLIE TO THE SOFA BED AND DETAILS ARE BELOW)

Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x king size (zip/link can be twin) with ensuite WC and washbasin ( no shower ), 1 x King size, 1 x double bed ensuite shower Room with shower, WC and washbasin, 1 x double with ensuite shower Room with shower, WC and washbasin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC. Kitchen
Living room with woodburner and double sofa bed available at extra charge
Dining area.
Central heating, woodburner
Electric hob, electric grill and oven, large fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine, tumble drier
Large flatscreen TV with Freeview, DVD player, WIFI
Fuel and power and inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Cot and highchair available
Off road parking for max 5 cars
Enclosed garden with table and chairs, lawn, a large patio, furniture and a BBQ
One-two pets welcome at a charge of £25 per week
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 4 miles, pub 2 miles

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

BURFORD

Swinbrook 3.3 miles; Little Barrington 3.4 miles; Minster Lovell 6.1 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, Burford 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 mid way between Oxford and Cheltenham (25 mins each away) 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 changing 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 teashops. It is an ideal base for visiting The Cotswolds area as it is within easy driving distance of popular attractions such as Blenheim Palace, Sudley Castle, Warwick Castle and several National Trust Houses and Gardens. Bourton on the Water, Bibury, Cirencester and Stow on the Wold are all with 25 minutes from the property.

Region Information

Note: Pets are charged at £25 each, per week/short stay. Under no circumstances should pets be allowed onto ANY furniture or left alone in the property at any time in your stay. Similarly pets must not be allowed to go upstairs

There is a £200 GHB on this property

Cottage sleeps 10 in total, although 2 would sleep on the sofa bed. (£25 per person per week charge applies) Bed linen and towels provided.

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Reviews & Ratings

“One of the showers wasn't working.”

“The owner was very helpful and kind.”

“Lovely barn stay.”

“Barn is great size, especially downstairs for large families / groups.”

“The downstairs area was a fantastic place for us to be together for our family reunion.”

“We were kept awake every night of our 4 night stay by a pack of barking dogs, so not quite the quiet countryside location the property is described as being in.”

“The barn was clean and comfortable however I feel the need to mention the farm dogs - at least we think it was the farm dogs which barked and howled during the night and early hours.”

“Disappointed to find that one room described as having an en-suite only had a WC and wash basin.”

“We had a very pleasant week in the barn.”

“Showers were not powerful, had to hold one of them up right.”

“Very spacious downstairs with well-equipped kitchen and bathroom facilities.”

“Accommodation was of a very high standard and provided everything we required for an enjoyable weekend.”

“Very well equipped, lots of space, friendly owner.”

“Ideal for our family size.”

“Very well equipped, clean, prompt communications with cottage owner.”

“This was a great place for a big weekend away with some friends.”

“The barn was well-located and the space on the ground floor was great for a family gathering.”

“Lovely house with big communal area, right in the countryside, very peaceful”

“The cottage was well laid out with plently of space.”

“As a family we were celebrating a 70th birthday.”

“Cottage was in a great location and parking was easy.”

“The cottage was clean, spacious, cosy and relaxing.”

“The property was perfectly suited for our needs.”

“Fulfilled our criteria re location/number of bathrooms/full showers etc One of our group has impaired mobility & the open plan, uncluttered layout works well for her.”

“We loved the large Sitting/Dining Room with plenty of space for our nine people.”

“Perfect size and layout for large family gathering.”

“Big, light & airy, warm, clean, well equiped, helpful owners.”

“Good location, well equipped, very warm, nice layout.”

“Great house- roomy, clean- great location- helpful owners- everything we needed.”

“This was a lovely barn on a working farm.”

“The cottage was very clean throughout and the downstairs fixtures and fittings were of a very good standard with a well equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge and excellent dining facilities.”

“A beautiful barn, very well equipped”

“It was big, next to a working farm, quiet set in a lovely area, and nice garden.”