Title: The Forge at Smithy Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=4558&destination=Banbury%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=76503846&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Forge at Smithy Cottage ## Photo gallery for The Forge at Smithy Cottage ![Cottage | Interior - The Forge at Smithy Cottage (Banbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/aef65bb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - The Forge at Smithy Cottage (Banbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/e6dbc0bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - The Forge at Smithy Cottage (Banbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/64a182c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - The Forge at Smithy Cottage (Banbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/f2e949fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - The Forge at Smithy Cottage (Banbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/b7090ef1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Forge at Smithy Cottage provides amenities, such as an adjacent golf course and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Forge at Smithy Cottage A garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Banbury cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as The Forge At Smithy The Forge at Smithy Cottage Cottage The Forge at Smithy Cottage Banbury The Forge at Smithy Cottage Cottage Banbury ## About the area Located in Banbury, this cottage is next to a golf course. Spiceball Country Park and Burton Dassett Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Woodgreen Leisure Centre and Spiceball Leisure Centre. Fairytale Farm and Chipping Norton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Banbury travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banbury.dx4558) [View more Cottages in Banbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banbury-Cottages.d4558-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C52.00954%2C-1.40050&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GljCer-3RM3OqSEpKPeF1HMdCy4=) Smithy Cottage Horton Lane Milcombe, Banbury, England, OX15 4RG ### What's nearby - ![Broughton Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219455/4271cdcb-cf0b-4c75-a466-58376095d703.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Broughton Castle 9 min drive \- 5.6 miles - ![Blenheim Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094177/26ba71fa-b836-47fe-bb98-16e97740f137.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Blenheim Palace 30 min drive \- 18.6 miles - ![Silverstone Circuit](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144681/a4aad4db-a025-4103-b618-d4e9b44195bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Silverstone Circuit 34 min drive \- 24.9 miles - ![University of Oxford](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186736/08f38e11-1536-4576-b5d4-c97b82767dfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Oxford 39 min drive \- 30.7 miles - Rye Hill Golf Club 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Banbury Station 16 min drive - Oxford (OXF) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - The Bell Inn 8 min drive - Burrows Cafe 8 min drive - Queensway Fish Saloon 8 min drive - Pear Tree Inn 7 min drive - The Chatsworth 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Forge at Smithy Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Forge at Smithy Cottage? ### What time is check-in at The Forge at Smithy Cottage? ### What time is check-out at The Forge at Smithy Cottage? ### Where is The Forge at Smithy Cottage located? ## Have a question? 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