Title: Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre 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 apartment # Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre Riverside apartment in Oxford with kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34459000/34458920/68f7ad79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34459000/34458920/28021a28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34459000/34458920/95639d22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34459000/34458920/31e79097.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34459000/34458920/9026d45e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Folly Bridge House, Studio Lavandula offers an intimate riverside retreat with Italian stone floors warmed by underfloor heating and a beautiful gabbeh rug. Watch ducks and swans glide past at eye-level or spot a kingfisher darting by while enjoying the Nespresso pod coffee machine. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire apartment Sleeps 2161 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre Intimate may be the best way to describe Studio Lavandula - one of 7 luxury studios in Folly Bridge House. The reference here is not so much the size as the close-up view of the river. It doesn t have the big views of the other apartments but, being on the lower ground floor, the ducks and swans glide past at eye-level. If you’re lucky you might see a kingfisher dart past. The filigreed prow of a Venetian gondola is sometimes framed in the middle of the window, reminding guests of that other place where crenellated castles stand romantically close to the water. Studio Lavandula has Italian stone floors warmed by underfloor heating and a beautiful, thick gabbeh rug. It is the cosiest of the Folly Bridge apartments with a lower ceiling than the studios above, which makes it feel smaller, although it is not. Despite being on the lower ground floor, it is surprising light with windows on two sides, one looks over the footpath at ground level to the river, the other is onto a light well and the flowers of the garden. A portrait of a woman with a bowl of fruit by the Dutch artist Gassner hangs by the dining table and an abstract oil by Paul du Toit hangs above the bed. You can indulge in a delicious expresso or cappucino every morning with the Nespresso pod coffee machine. Folly Bridge House has been beautifully restored by a potter and a writer. It has 7 self-contained studio apartments (for more information on the whole house search for follybridgehouse). Each apartment is hung with objects from the owners collection of contemporary paintings, sculptures and ceramics. ​Each is equipped with the elegant necessities of city living, including fibre optic broadband and flat screen TV. Folly Bridge House strives for an Eco and Fair Trade ethos. Only ten minutes walk from the High Street, the colleges of Oxford University and the shops, restaurants and cinemas of the New Westgate Centre, Folly Bridge House lets you be in the bright lights in a moment and yet return to the tranquillity of the river. ​FBH is perfect for individuals, couples or groups of colleagues, seeking the epicentre of the city but wanting something different. Folly Bridge House caters particularly to visiting academics. Oxford’s most fashionable riverside restaurant, stands across the courtyard. The Folly offers a discount to our guests. Across the road is the famous old Head of the River Pub. The studio is furnished with a double bed, which lifts to provide extra storage, two bedside tables with drawers, a round dining table with chairs and a comfortable armchair. The wardrobe has a mirror glass door, a hanging rail, and three drawers. It is W50xD60xH236. The hideaway kitchen is cleverly designed to provide for modern living, almost invisibly: double induction hob, combination convection oven/microwave/ grill, small fridge, and Nespresso pod Coffee Machine. Folly Bridge House bathrooms are small. Their size is dictated by trying to introduce 21st comfort into a heritage house. So, if a large bathroom is a critical element of your enjoyment, FBH is not for you. They are new, bright with a water softening shower and hairdryer. There is superfast fibre optic broadband and a flatscreen TV/DVD. The latest in ventilation systems removes cooking smells, steam and Oxford’s notorious damp climate from the apartment, replacing them with fresh, warmed air drawn in from above the trees at a rate of 180 cubic metres per hour. Clothes washing and drying/ironing facilities are provided on the lower ground floor. Parking, secured by CCTV camera, in front of the house, is available at extra charge. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 161 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34458700/34458612/6b969814.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Studio in a crenellated tower in the historic centre of Oxford South Oxford - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=34458612&PinnedHotelID=34458612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34750000/34740700/34740659/278ef4e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Riverside Studio with Conservatory and Wharf in the centre of Oxford South Oxford - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=34740659&PinnedHotelID=34740659&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87730000/87723700/87723641/91086e97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### “Great location” Cosy Modern Apartment inc. 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 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 not required 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%7C51.74612%2C-1.25675&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=E0leNEe0K-Ln2wl9equyy9KwE0w=) Oxford, ENG #### What's nearby - University of Oxford - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Christ Church College - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Oxford Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - New Theatre Oxford - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Bodleian Library - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles #### Getting around - Oxford Station - 18 min walk - Oxford (OXF) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Curzon Oxford - ‬9 min walk - ‪JOE & THE JUICE - ‬9 min walk - ‪Maya’s - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Place To Eat - ‬9 min walk - ‪George & Danver - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre located? > Located in South Oxford, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Thames River and University of Oxford. Thames Path and Christ Church Meadows are just steps away. Oxford Station is 18 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury apartment on an island in the River Thames in Oxford’s historic centre Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul L. 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Great stay ##### Paul L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette P. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique location in heart of Oxford Enjoyed our special spot in Oxford. Quiet location just minutes walk from all the must see buildings of the town. The kitchenette was well stocked and allowed us to prepare breakfast, have a coffee before heading out for the day. Owner was very responsive and helpful. Thank you. ##### Annette P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth M. 4 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and Charming We stayed in the Lavendula suite in the basement area. It was small, but very well appointed. The bed was very comfortable, the shower had good pressure with plenty of hot water and the kitchen was great for cups of tea and toasted snacks. Would not try to cook anything complex there though another person might be a better cook than myself. I also appreciated the eco-consciousness of the proprietors . Oh! The garden is idyllic!! Wonderful place to take a cup of tea and a scone and watch the river and enjoy the greenery and floral explosion . The best part of our stay was the location. Everything was within walking distance, yet the isolation of the little island made one feel like they were isolated from college town noise. Shout out to the management, we had a lot of questions and requests and they were very prompt and cheerful despite our nonsense ;D. Great place to stay!!! ##### Elizabeth M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly B. 23 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect apartment This apartment was a perfect home base for me on my work trip to Oxford. Loved the sunny, serene spot. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Kelly B. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gail M. 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BOMBARDED WITH ENDLESS UNWANTED REVIEW REQUESTS The accommodation was fine apart from the noise from the communal washing machine located on the other side of the wall from the room. However, I have been bombarded for months with endless unwanted review request emails, despite having repeatedly asked you to delete my data and to ensure that you stopped sending me these unwanted emails. This is made all the more frustrating by the fact that VRBO make it very difficult to contact them to complain, providing no contact email address, live chat failing to connect etc, and the web form system failing to work. ##### Gail M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Frank Y. 13 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication #### You are probably better off at a hotel This is literally a basement. The room is tiny and you can barely turn around in the shower. Nothing luxury about it. However, if you're here for the historic building, maybe it's worth it? If you're on a budget, this is a good choice. However, I would recommend a hotel instead. ##### Frank Y. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul C. 20 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island experience of Oxford We wanted to see Oxford in a week and we did by staying at this very convenient venue. Matthew Arnold would have been happy to stay at Folly Bridge House since all of his 'dreaming spires' are in easy walking distance. Strolling along the river paths from this Thames island one can enjoy the setting of this ancient city as well as accessing the Christchurch Meadow leading to many of the colleges or, in the opposite direction, visiting the newly-renovated retail and leisure Westgate centre with its rooftop bars and dining. Highly recommended for those wanting a comfortable double bed and then spending most of the day out-of-doors. ##### Paul C. 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