Title: The Forge at Smithy Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Forge at Smithy Cottage Cottage in Banbury with free parking ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/cfb0e056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/5f1ce80d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/6621d916.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/f2e949fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76510000/76503900/76503846/e6dbc0bb.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 - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking included - Free WiFi ## 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 Cottage in Banbury with free parking 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 - 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 - Garden - 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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 ![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 - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles - Hook Norton Brewery - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles - Cotswolds Distillery - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles - Upton House - 22 min drive - 11.9 miles - Blenheim Palace - 30 min drive - 18.6 miles #### Getting around - Banbury Station - 16 min drive - Oxford (OXF) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Queensway Fish Saloon - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Bell Inn - ‬8 min drive - ‪Pear Tree Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Sun - ‬7 min drive - ‪Plough - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Forge at Smithy Cottage pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at The Forge at Smithy Cottage? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Forge at Smithy Cottage? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Forge at Smithy Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Forge at Smithy Cottage located? > Situated in Banbury, this golf cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Rye Hill Golf Club and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Broughton Castle. Banbury Cross and Brailes Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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