Stunning, high spec 3 bed (2 x King 1 x Double) boasting: Balcony + Views of Oxford's Dreaming Spires / Fire Place / Under Floor Heating / Smart TV / Garden
HIGHLY desirable area - just a 15 minute scenic stroll over Magdalen Bridge and you will find yourself in the historic Oxford city centre PLUS just a stone's throw away from vibrant Cowley Road lined with shops, an eclectic range of restaurants, music venues and more. Walking distance to Oxford Brookes (15 mins) and local Hospitals.
Located on a peaceful residential street but just a 15 minute walk to the Oxford city centre or 2 minute walk to Cowley Road...
Not only does Cowley Road offer everything to fulfil your daily requirements (supermarkets, ATMs, pharmacy...) it offers an eclectic range of fantastic restaurants, bars, music venues and even an independent cinema. Read up on our local recommendations in the 'Location' section.
South Park - the largest park in Oxford with views of the historic spires and towers is down the road and includes a fun kids play area.
The historic Oxford City Centre and famous college grounds are a 15 minute scenic walk away over Magdalen Bridge (where you can see or go punting!) or, easily catch one of the many busses running from Cowley Road - 2 min walk, 5 min bus ride. Oxford is the land of the bikes with lots of wonderful cycle paths and there is a wall anchor outside the front of the property for guests to lock their bikes.
From St Clements (7 min walk) you can catch a 24/7 bus servicing London (OxfordTube) and surrounding airports.
Oxford Brookes Campus - 15 minute walk. Churchill Hospital - 19 min walk.
SLEEPING & REFRESHING
Bedroom 1: King Bed + Juliet Balcony / Ensuite / Second Floor
Bedroom 2: King Bed + Desk & Chair / First Floor
Bedroom 3: Double Bed / First Floor
*Bedding and hotel quality linen provided*
+ Travel cot available
Ensuite: Walk-in Shower, WC & Basin / Second Floor
Bathroom 1: Walk-in Shower, Bathtub, WC & Basin / First Floor
WC: WC & Basin / Ground Floor
*Fresh towels and travel size toiletries provided*
Available for your use:
- Washing Machine
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
EATING & CHILLING
After a long day of sight seeing, kick back on one of the comfy LIVING ROOM sofa and watch your favourite shows on the Smart TV with on demands apps including iPlayer, Netflix and many more. Please note: Netflix login details provided. Regular TV channels not available.
*WiFi runs throughout the entire property*
Please feel free to take advantage of the wood burner, safely. Instructions will be provided in our guest manual and fuel is not provided but can be easily purchase from the local store.
Separate, fully equipped KITCHEN including:
- Kettle, Toaster, Microwave
- Oven, Gas Hobs
- Fridge, Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Coffee Machine (pods not included)
+ all the pots, pans and utensils to cook up a storm!
Enjoy your meal or sample one of the amazing local take aways at the dining area in the kitchen. High chair provided.
*Under floor heating available in the kitchen*
Take advantage of the private GARDEN on a British Summer's day!
Guest will have private access to the whole of my property along with private garden
SELF CHECK IN
Check-in time is after 3pm and check-out time is before 11am.
Please note: You will be charged £100.00 for lost keys, broken keys and key call outs, so please be careful with them.
A charge will also be applied if guests check in early or check out late without permission or do not place the keys back in the key safe on their departure.
CLEANING/ LINEN
The property will be cleaned and prepared with linen and towels for your arrival. Mid-stay cleans are not included but please get in touch if you would like to pay to book a clean with fresh linen and towels during your stay.
Linen and bedding is not provided for the travel cot, please bring your own if required.
We provide a limited amount of consumables (toilet roll, travel size shampoo/conditioner etc.) to kick-start your stay and will recommend a local store where you can easily purchase more once you have settled in.
PARKING
Unfortunately there is no parking on premises, please check out 'JustPark' online for local, affordable options. There is also paid parking available at Union Street Car Park - only a few minutes walk away.
AMENITIES
The Smart TV offers on demand apps such as Netflix, iPlayer and more but please note, this is an online TV and does not offer regular TV channels. Netflix login details are provided.
- DeLonghi Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee machine available for use, coffee pods not included but can be purchased from a local store
FIREPLACE
The wood burner in the living room is available for use. If you do not regularly use a wood burning stove, please make sure you fully familiarise yourself with how to do so and do not leave the fire unattended. Clean burning fuel is not provided but can be easily purchased from a local store along with firelighters. More instructions and tips will be provided in our guest manual. Please be sure to clean up after use or you may incur an additional cleaning fee.
The fireplaces in the bedroom photos are not for use, decor only.
DISCOUNTS
** 20% off ‘Food’ menu at The Alchemist, Westgate, Oxford, for all guests **
Offer not valid on Saturdays - Offer not valid during 25th November - 25th December - All other menus including ‘Bottomless Brunch’, ‘Drinks’ and ‘Christmas’ are excluded.
NECCESITIES
Cowley Road is lined with Supermarkets, Tesco Metro & Sainsbury's are both within a 3 minute walk away. On Cowley Road you will also find everything you require; shops, ATMs, pharmacy (Boots). There is a lovely farmers' market most Saturdays 10am-1pm in the primary school just behind the Tesco on Cowley Road.
PLACES TO EAT & DRINK
There is a huge choice of restaurants and bars along Cowley Road and also along St Clements street, which are both a few minutes walk from the house. Our Favourites: PanPan (Asian Street Food), Antep Kitchen (Turkish), and Za'atar Bake (Arabic Cuisine). Oli's Thai (if you can get a table) and Spiced Roots (Caribbean) are both worth a visit. For an amazing steak platter or Sunday roast dinner, The Chester Arms will hit the spot. For drinks, BeAtOne is a great cocktail bar. For food and drinks check out The Big Society for a fun atmosphere with ping pong tables or Kazbar for Tapas! The Cape of Good Hope is a lively pub with food, quizzes, music and more.
THINGS TO DO, PLACES TO SEE
There are lots of parks and green areas nearby. South Park, just off Morrell Avenue is the largest park in Oxford, it has a great play area and offers lovely views of the city spires from its slopes. On Cowley Road: Independent cinema called Ultimate Picture Palace, O2 Academy (music venue).
OXFORD CITY CENTRE:
By foot: 15/20 minutes.
By bus: Bus stop 2 minute walk away on Cowley Road. The number '1' and '5' bus run regularly and will get you to the centre in approx. 5 minutes.
By car: 5 minute drive, a taxi will cost approx £5-£8 and we recommend Royal Cars taxi company.
FURTHER AFIELD:
St. Clements in under a 10 minute walk away and offers 24/7 busses servicing London and surrounding airports. Super easy and cheap! Check-out the 'Oxford Tube' and 'The Airline'.
LOCAL:
Cowley Road: 2 minute walk.
Churchill Hospital: 19 min walk or catch the number 15 bus (3 min ride)
Oxford Brookes Campus: 15 min walk or catch the number 15 bus (1 min ride)
JR Hospital: 6 min drive
- No parties or extra guests please
- Respect the neighbours by keeping the noise down, no noise after 10pm
- No shoes inside
- When leaving the property please make sure you lock the front door and windows and back door if applicable
- If a guest locks themselves out of the property OR they do not place keys in the lockbox at checkout, a £50 fee will apply
- If a guest loses or breaks a set of keys, a £100 fee will apply
- Please make sure rubbish instructions are followed correctly, including using correct bin bags and taking outside in time for rubbish collection day
- Kitchen - please wash up after yourself
IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process.
The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay.
Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property.
Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed
