Title: Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32520943&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire Family-friendly holiday home in Banbury ## Photo gallery for Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire ![Exterior - Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire (Shutford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32521000/32520943/4fd88776.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire (Shutford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32521000/32520943/da13ced6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire (Shutford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32521000/32520943/bc8d6c62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire (Shutford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32521000/32520943/a043091a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire (Shutford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32530000/32521000/32520943/45810c76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the picturesque village of Shutford, Monastery Barn offers a warm welcome with its beautifully refurbished interior and tranquil surroundings. This charming retreat features a private south-facing walled garden, perfect for relaxation or outdoor dining on the York stone terrace. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire A warm welcome awaits you at Monastery Barn. Recently refurbished it offers guests the home comforts & facilities needed for a relaxing stay in the country. Can accommodate 6-8 guests & up to 4 dogs. Safe doggie secure south facing garden & courtyard parking for up to 4 cars. Located in the picturesque village of Shutford in North Oxfordshire surrounded by open countryside, it is just a short walk to the village pub “The George & Dragon” known for its friendly atmosphere, open log fires, good local ales & home cooked food. For those enjoying a short break or an extended holiday in the Cotswolds - the sleepy villages of honey-coloured stone & lively market towns of Banbury, Chipping Norton, Moreton-in-Marsh, Shipston-on-Stour or Stow-on- the-Wold are all within easy reach as are the busier destinations of Bicester Village, Oxford & Stratford-Upon-Avon. Alternatively visit stunning Palaces, Castles & Country Houses; walk & ride along rural historic trails, footpaths & bridleways to explore ancient woodlands & wild flower meadows or simply enjoy a game of golf or tennis, or take to the skies in a glider for an altogether different view. Having grown up locally in the Cotswolds, we can offer our guests plenty of advice as to “Whats On” to ensure they have a memorable stay. The Barn Is presented to a high standard, having been recently refurbished using muted colours, stone & wood so as to create a relaxing & cosy atmosphere for 6 guests. Whilst retaining many period features a wide range of creature comforts have been incorporated to make your stay comfortable & enjoyable inc high speed wifi, sky tv, echo dot, full central heating & electric gates. Entrance Hall: marble floor, beamed ceiling, gallery staircase, storage/coat & boot cupboard, entryphone, wall & ceiling lights with dimmer switches Sitting Room: hornton stone fireplace with log burning effect electric fire, beamed ceiling, french doors to south facing terrace/garden with relaxed seating (6), large settee & chairs (4), flat screen tv with Sky Q box & packages & games. Interconnecting doors to hall & dining room Dining Room & Conservatory: traditional captains dining table with seating (8), contemporary deep buttoned sofa (double sofa bed), panoramic windows 270 degrees view of south facing walled garden &, terrace with garden dining table (8), french doors to south facing terrace/garden with relaxed casual seating (6), beamed ceilings with wrought iron chandelier, terracotta tiled floor & rugs, wall & ceiling lights with dimmer switches, interconnecting doors to the kitchen & sitting room Kitchen: shaker style floor & wall cabinets, terracotta tiled floor, beamed ceiling, large window overlooking walled south facing garden. The electrical goods include double oven, microwave, fridge freezer, large dishwasher, ceramic hob, extractor fan, kettle, toaster, coffee machine, echo dot, slow cooker, hand mixers/whisks, carving knife. Wall & ceiling lights with dimmer switches, interconnecting doors to hall, dining room & the garden Cloakroom & Utility Room: hand basin & wc, side window with privacy glass, washing machine, dryer, oil fired boiler, alarm system, fuse box, ceiling light with dimmer switch, fire extinguisher.Iron & Ironing Board. Bedroom 1: king size bed overlooking the garden, white cotton bed linen, fully lined curtains, deep pile carpets, fitted wardrobes & drawers for plenty of storage, hair dryer, bedside lamps & ceiling lights with dimmer switch. Pellegrino sparkling water/Ferrero Rocher chocolates. Bedroom 1 (Ensuite Bathroom): luxury bathroom newly installed, p-shaped full size bath with rainfall & hand shower, washbasin with under sink cabinet & wc, heated towel rail, white fluffy towels, selection of bath & body products Bedroom 2: king size bed overlooking the garden, white cotton bed linen, fully lined curtains & black out blinds, deep pile carpets, fitted wardrobes & drawers for plenty of storage, hair dryer, bedside lamps & ceiling lights with dimmer switch. Pellegrino sparkling water/Ferrero Rocher chocolates. Bedroom 3: double bed overlooking the garden, white cotton bed linen, fully lined curtains & black out blinds, deep pile carpets, fitted wardrobes & drawers for plenty of storage, hair dryer, bedside lamps & ceiling lights with dimmer switch. Pellegrino sparkling water/Ferrero Rocher chocolates. Family Bathroom: full size bath with hand shower, washbasin with storage & wc, white fluffy towels, selection of bath & body products Outside: Courtyard: gravel courtyard with parking for 4 cars, wrought iron gates. Garden: private & secure south facing walled garden for children & dogs, york stone terrace with garden dining table (8), cotswold stone serving table, herb tubs, BBQ (gas), outdoor garden lighting, terrace with relaxed casual seating (6), secret garden in the shade with seating (6), stretcher loungers for relaxing (3), House/Barn Rules Occupancy The maximum occupancy of the Barn is 6-8 guests, at any point during your stay - feel free to invite additional friends (up to 4) to spend the day/evening with you. Infants who sleep in a cot do not count towards the occupancy figure, however, due to space restrictions, the occupancy figure may only be exceeded by one additional infant. Unauthorised over occupancy is a breach of our terms & conditions & may result in the cancellation of your booking/additional charges. Please consult us prior to booking if you wish to discuss the possibility of having more than 6-8 guests visit the Barn. Arrival & Departure Times Arrival time is after 4.00 pm & departure time is between 9.00am-10.00 am. Late check outs are available by arrangement & incur an additional charge. Check out at 2.00 pm incurs an additional payment of £120\. Check out at 5.00 pm incurs an additional payment of £180\. Interaction With Guests The owners, Alastair & Patricia have a Barn across the courtyard so are on hand should you need any help during your stay, otherwise they are invisible !! Initial Consumables A small quantity of initial consumables are provided for your convenience (eg. tea, coffee, sugar, washing up liquid, soap, washing powder, kitchen rolls, toilet rolls, etc). Housekeeping Where a letting exceeds 9 nights, a mid-stay clean, bed linen & towel change is included in the price. Additional housekeeping services may be available on request. Services Provided The property has free wireless internet access and a 42" Freeview/Sky TV. There is a landline telephone at the property for local/national calls only & mobile phone reception is generally OK. Health & Safety The property has two floors. Although there is a banister, the stairs could pose difficulty to guests with limited mobility or guests carrying babies/children, both in terms of movement & their ability to quickly exit the Barn in the event of an emergency. The smoke detectors operate on a sound basis, therefore those who have serious impairment of hearing may not be able to hear the alarm systems. Smoking No smoking is permitted inside the Barn, just in the courtyard & walled garden. Dogs (up to 4) A basket of toys & a bowl of water will be ready to greet your dogs on arrival. The garden is safe, secure & totally enclosed with solid fencing that is over 6ft high. In front of the fencing are trees & bushes. In our welcome pack we also have maps of the local dog walks both short & long (Shutford Village Trail & Circular Walk, Shennington & Alkerton Walk, Broughton Castle grounds (all very local - next villages). The majority of the local pubs are very dog friendly with bowls of water & doggie biscuits behind the bar. Our previous four legged guests have included St Bernards, Red Setters, Belgian Shepherds, Labradors, Springer Spaniels, Poodles, Terriers, Cockerpoo's, Beagles, Pugs. Nos of Dogs by arrangement. Surrounding Area With a wealth of visitor attractions and leisure activities in the area. Here are a few ideas to get you started … Villages & Market Towns Close By: \-Banbury - 5.0 mi \-Bloxham - 4.9 mi \-Broadway - 22.5 mi \-Burford - 24.2 mi \-Chipping Campden - 17.4 mi \-Chipping Norton - 12.4 mi \-Deddington - 9.2 mi \-Great Tew - 9.2 mi \-Hook Norton - 7.2 mi \-Kingham - 16.8 mi \-Moreton in Marsh - 16.7 mi \-Shipston on Stour - 10.1 mi \-Silverstone – 21.3 mi \-Stow on the Wold - 19.2 mi \-Stratford on Avon - 16.9 mi \-Woodstock - 18.3 mi Places Of Interest Close By: \-Bentley Drivers Club \-Bicester Village Shopping \-Blenheim Palace, Woodstock \-British Motor Museum, Gaydon \-Broughton Castle, Parklands & Tea rooms \-Childrens Village Rustic Playground (Shutford) \-Chipping Norton Theatre \-Compton Verney Art Gallery & Park – National Trust \-Daylesford Organic Farm, Farm Shops, Cafe & Spa \-Hook Norton Brewery Tours \-JS Fine Auctions Saleroom \-National Herb Centre, Nature Trails, Shop and Bistro Cafe \-Rollright Stones \-Silverstone F1 Track \-Royal Shakespeare Company \-Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse \-The Mill Arts Centre \-Upton House, Gardens & Tearooms - National Trust Leisure Clubs Close By: \-Bannatyne Spa/Health Club \-Rye Hill /Tadmarton Heath /Brailles Golf Club \-Hook Norton/Tyso Tennis Club \-Shenington Gliding Club \-Shenington Kart Racing Club \-Spiceball Leisure Centre - Pool, Gym, Fitness Studio, Squash \-Turpins Lodge – Horse Riding/County Hacks Local Food & Drinks \-Bell, Shenington \-Boxing Hare, Swerford \-Castle, Edge Hill \-Crown &Tuns, Deddington \-Falkland Arms, Great Tew \-George & Dragon, Shutford. \-Indian Queen, Wroxton \-Peacock, Oxhill \-Royal Oak, Whatcote \-Soho Farmhouse, Great Chew \-White Horse, Kings Sutton \-Wroxton House Hotel, Wroxton \-Wykham Arms, Sibford Gower Farm Shops, Supermarkets, Stores in Banbury Wykham Park Farm, Carpenters Farm Shop, Diddly Squat Farm Shop (Jeremy Clarkson of Top Gear fame) Aldi, Iceland, M&S (2), Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Waitrose Debenhams, M&S, Next, Primark, River Island, TK Max, Top Shop ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car recommended - Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Area rug in room - Gravel flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking allowed ONLY in the garden & courtyard ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73760000/73753800/73753748/e9ea96cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chippy Cottage Chipping Norton - 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Check out at 2.00 pm incurs an additional payment of £120 & at 5.00 pm an additional payment of £180 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Agreement needed re nos & breed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed Agreement needed if nos guests 10+ & after 11pm ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Smoking allowed ONLY in the garden & courtyard ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Note from host: Agreement needed if nos guests 10+ & after 11pm Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.05856%2C-1.44090&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ODHilJE9BMO4qvKxTibhCK2QmN8=) Shutford, England #### What's nearby - Shenington Kart Racing Club \- 8 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Broughton Castle \- 9 min drive \- 5.0 miles - Upton House \- 10 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Hook Norton Brewery \- 12 min drive \- 6.8 miles - Spiceball Country Park \- 12 min drive \- 6.4 miles #### Getting around - Banbury Station - 11 min drive - Oxford (OXF) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Red Lion - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Barley Mow - ‬10 min drive - ‪Queensway Fish Saloon - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire? ### What time is check-in at Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire? ### What time is check-out at Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire? ### Where is Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gorgeous Village Barn, nr Banbury / Chipping Norton - Cotswolds, Oxfordshire Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jayne V. 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Monastery Barn Nice comfortable accommodation, quite quirky. Very welcoming friendly hosts. Welcome pack included the essentials and much more. Very dog and child friendly. ##### Jayne V. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### neil p. 6 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect house in a beautiful setting A brilliant house in a beautiful village. The owners are so welcoming and very helpful. The house is excellent with everything you need to enjoy your stay. Walking distance to local pub and kids play area. We will be going back next year. ##### neil p. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia A. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming Cotswolds Inn Monastery Barn accommodated our family of 5 ( parents and 3 adult children) perfectly. The cottage is spacious and the hosts catered to our every need, including suggestions for groceries at a farm to table establishment and taxi service to a wedding in King Sutton. Alastair and Patricia were the most gracious hosts. We would love to return! ##### Cynthia A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Monastery Barn We spent 2 nights at the monastery barn and we had a great time. Communication with the property manager was fantastic. They were very generous hosts. We particularly enjoyed spending time in the conservatory and in the enclosed garden were we able to let our dog explore without any concerns! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 28 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We have only good words to say about our stay. Patricia and Alastair have been an excellent host, making sure we have everything we need, the cottage is stunning! My family can not get enough of taking photos inside and outside. Patricia arranged the dining table like 5 star! There are also chocolates and sparkling water on every room!! It is all worth it, very pretty cottage, lovely host , treated us like a family. just wish we could have stayed longer. Definitely coming back. ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca B. 8 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home and amazing hosts The Monastery Barn was everything you’d hope for in a weekend away! A beautiful home, wonderful location and fantastic hosts. Patricia and Alastair left us chocolates, champagne, laid the table ready for us and even left out a children’s book for my son. They gave us recommendations for rainy weather, let us use their bbq - there really wasn’t anything they didn’t do for us. They are fantastic and I’d highly recommend the monastery barn to anyone looking to visit the Cotswolds! Thank you Patricia and Alastair! ##### Rebecca B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine D. 16 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Great stay, very kind and thoughtful hosts. Lovely area with a great little pub two minutes away. Really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come again - thank you! ##### Katherine D. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle D. 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely beautiful!!! We were looking for some where peaceful, relaxing and homely that we could enjoy knowing our furry babies would be totally safe and we could not have asked for more!!! Alistair and Patricia were wonderful and welcoming and could not have been more accommodating. I would not hesitate to book again!!! ##### Michelle D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah W. 16 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding accommodation in the Cotswolds We were all delighted with our 4 day stay at Monastery Barn. The house was very tastefully decorated, comfortable and will stocked. Our hosts, Patricia and Alistair answered all our questions and were readily available during our stay. The setting is quiet and set in a picturesque Costswold village. We definitely recommend. ##### Deborah W. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz B. 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous for a family gathering Monastery Barn was just as described and everything we had hoped for to celebrate a special birthday and a wedding . The welcome we received from our hosts was amazing and all the little goodies in the fridge and bedrooms were a lovely surprise. The table was even beautifully laid ready for our dinner party . This is a real home from home property and would definitely recommend ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cea7b358-7beb-4bfa-83db-5c2ced15d967-1748417814629.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Liz B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ceris J. 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Fabulous hosts ##### Ceris J. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elisabeth E. 1 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Above and beyond We stayed at the house for our son’s wedding and our hosts couldn’t have been more helpful and welcoming. They really went above and beyond to make our stay memorable, we couldn’t recommend them highly enough. ##### Elisabeth E. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie R. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay in a beautiful Oxfordshire village. Time out in an idyllic spot. Just the loveliest hots. The property had everything in terms of basics needs and thoughtful touches. Our needs wee probably two bathrooms with shower screens for 3 couples and so ended up using bedroom 1 bathroom for showers. This was no issue as we were a family. Would expect a higher standard of cleaning. Maybe just us. Nevertheless a lovely stay. Will remember it fondly. ![Dinner at the main outside dining table. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/666920e2-68d3-4ac1-a316-1416f0ea33e9-1751204732484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Julie R. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela M. 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous Cottage in Shutford Monastery Barn was a delightful cottage in the cute wee village of Shutford. The nearby pub was also great spot to have a drink and the locals were very friendly.Patricia and Alistair were the most amazing hosts we have ever encountered, they were so friendly and helpful. The level of detail and little touches such as welcome chocolates, supplies in the fridge and a very generous welcome drinks tray was much appreciated.The cottage was so gorgeous, we loved the homely feel, furnishings and very comfy beds. The kitchen was well equipped for catering.Unfortunately we didn't get great summer weather to be able to make use of the great outdoor dining areas.We would love to stay again if we ever return to the UK. ##### Angela M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond G. 2 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage Very good. ##### Raymond G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### clive s. 26 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time had by all Really enjoyable stay ##### clive s. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin M. 14 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic House & Area From the moment we arrived we were made to feel very welcome. Patricia and Alistair were such lovely people. The house was just as described and very comfortable to be in. There was an information pack in the house that detailed anything that you could think of, with places to visit, nice walks, Restaurants, Pubs etc. Our dogs loved the garden which was enclosed so we could leave them outside and not worry about them getting out. They loved the toys that were there for them to play with. The area was very good for sightseeing around the cotswolds. Lots of lovely walks and the local pub was only a five minute walk We arrived as strangers and left as friends. Would recommend this house to anyone. We will definitely be back. Thank you Patricia and Alistair for your kind hospitality ##### Kevin M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadia W. 14 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay! Lovely house with lots of outdoor seating areas - some sunny and some shady which were perfect as we were there during a heatwave. We loved sitting in the conservatory and our cockapoo loved the garden. Comfortable, well-equipped home and the hosts were very generous with little treats that they left for us. Patricia and Alistair were on hand to offer help, recommendations or just for a chat. Great location for country walks and pubs. Would definitely recommend ##### Nadia W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonardo C. 21 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic stay / Wonderful hosts First of all, the hosts, Patricia and Alastair, were brilliant! They made everything possible to make our stay perfect, from buying a brand new bbq to patching a inflatable pool we brought along for the kids. The house is great, the garden is beautiful and being fully closed was very helpful as we could leave our kids and dog free to play together. Wifi internet was very good, which helped me do some home-office work. Every detail in the house was prepared with care and to a great standard. We did some bike rides around the area and the landscape was beautiful. There is a sweet playground just across the street that the kids loved to go to and play. We will certainly go back! Thank you! Leo and Flavia ##### Leonardo C. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma S. 2 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### New Year We would definitely recommend staying at this beautiful house! The 6 of us and Ozzy & Moaki had a fantastic few days for the New Year. From pubs lunches to long walks, it was just the escape from London we all wanted. The house had everything we needed, thank you Alastair and Patricia for being excellent hosts! ##### Emma S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William M. 15 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay in the country An excellent option for those looking for a stay in the country. The hosts were fantastic, extremely helpful throughout. The property itself was also lovely. ##### William M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy L. 24 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing and welcoming stay on the edge of the Cotswolds Our group of 7 had an absolutely lovely stay at this cottage. Patricia and Alistair were so warm and welcoming. They made us feel at home from the moment we pulled in the driveway. The cottage itself is very quaint and a great location to explore the cottage. It has three bedrooms, all with comfortable beds. There are two bathrooms- the ensuite with a shower/tub and the other bathroom with a tub/shower handle. There is a toilet downstairs in the laundry room. There are two rooms to lounge in and an amazing backyard (garden) out back. They had chocolates on our pillows and other little touches that made us feel very welcome. The kitchen is very well supplied. I absolutely recommend staying here. We couldn't have asked for more welcoming hosts! Thank you so much Patricia and Alistair ##### Kristy L. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian B. 29 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful Monastery Barn was perfect for our little weekend getaway. Patricia and Alistair gave us a warm welcome and were helpful throughout. The house was beautiful and well equipped, a home away from home. We had 3 toddlers who loved the house and the garden. It really was a lovely stay despite the weather. Thanks to Patricia and Alistair! ##### Gillian B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neal W. 3 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Are holiday It was great the house was prefect clean well maintained the owners were great even with the dogs the village was in a great location for the Cotswolds The pub was 5 minutes walk from the house food was good to But we all like the house has it was all enclosed for the dogs to run around ##### Neal W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephane F. 28 May 2019 #### Fantastic hosts and a wonderful weekend! Alastair and Patricia were so kind and welcoming to our group. They made themselves available to show us around and answer any questions but didn't impose on us in any way. The house itself is fantastic! The communal spaces fit our group perfectly (6 adults / 3 small children / 2 dogs) and we never felt too cramped. The rooms are lovely too. As is the garden! 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