Common Leys Farm

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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.7

About this property

Common Leys Farm is a grade II listed Tudor property set amid 38 acres of Oxfordshire countryside. All rooms are on a room only or self-catering basis and the property offers free WiFi, free parking and spacious grounds. The property is less than 6 miles from Oxford's Thornhill Park & Ride in Headington . Still maintaining their original wooden beams, the rooms at Common Leys Farm each feature a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, a private entrance and a view of the garden. They also benefit from an en suite shower room, complimentary toiletries and a welcome tray. Nearby attractions include Blenheim Palace, Waddesdon Manor, Bicester village or the historic city of Oxford which is home to the famous University of Oxford. Oxford city centre is 12 miles away and is accessible via Headington Park and Ride. M40 Junctions 8a and 9, and the A34 are easily accessible.from this property. Several restaurants are in the area including The Pheasant or the Pointer in Brill - 6.7 miles away, The Thatch in Thame - 6.6 miles away, and The Talkhouse in Stanton St John - only 3 miles away by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Spacious and comfortable character unit located in converted outbuildings on a farm. Our unit had the benefit of a good sized well equipped private kitchen and an en-suite bathroom. Plenty of nearby parking. Easy check in and out. Helpful and...”
Fitch
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Hosts were friendly. Accommodation was comfortable. Close to Oxford, Thornhill park, and ride 5 mins down the road. Welcome book gave local places to eat. We chose The Rising Sun in Ickford. Good food and a friendly pub.”
Patricia
Spain Spain
“Room was just as per photos. Beautifully decorated and designed. Central courtyard, that you could see from the bedroom, was very pleasant and scenic. It's a quiet space for relaxing and enjoying.”
Marcelo
Brazil Brazil
“Great location in short drive to Oxford, Bicester village and beautiful countryside, spacious king size bed room, quite and comfortable.”
Liv
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful grounds in a peaceful setting but close to Oxford. The copper bath was amazing and a real treat!”
Alexander
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Quiet, tranquil and secure location. Lovely comfy, well equipped lodge. Very comfortable bed. Tidy gardens. In the country but close to amenities by car. Lovely friendly and helpful host.”
Emily
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hosts were fabulous, the location was beautiful and with the value for money there was nothing I wouldn't rate 10/10. Lovely stay!”
Elaine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful character property in a quiet location. The room has a lovely bathroom, bed, and fully equipped kitchen. So pleased that we chose this fabulous place to stay In addition, there was a private, gated drive and plenty of parking. Plus,...”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly and likeable host. Perfect stay in peaceful surroundings and buildings with character”
Kelly
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel was in a perfect location and in such beautiful surroundings.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 193 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We like to sit in the grounds and take in the surroundings. Peaceful and tranquil to watch the world go by. Watching the chickens and ducks roam the farm makes it feel even more secluded

Property information

The Property is set in beautiful grounds and is on the borders or Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Close to amenities but feels like a million miles away from everything.

Neighbourhood information

There is always plenty to see and do around Common Leys Farm. These could be visiting Blenheim Palace to walking in the surrounding woods to even visiting local towns and villages.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Common Leys Farm takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroBankcardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 11:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property cannot accommodate children aged 10 years or younger. Kindly note any bookings made with under-age children may be cancelled and may be subject to a cancellation fee. The property does not have extra beds.

Please note if you are travelling using a satellite navigation system, then please use the postcode HP18 9UP which will bring you to a point on Menmarsh Road, Smith's Lane is a little bit further on. Turn down Smith's Lane and follow all the way along until you reach a green gate. Press the silver button on the gate and staff will open the gates and this will lead you to the farm.

Please note, guests planning to arrive after 20:00 from Monday until Saturday must inform the property prior to arrival using the Special Request box. Check-in on Sunday must be made before 19:00.

Please note that the property only offers accommodation on a self-catering or room only basis.

Please inform Common Leys Farm in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 11:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.