Title: Japonica - Minster Lovell Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=5482&destination=Witney%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=121772830&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Japonica - Minster Lovell ## Photo gallery for Japonica - Minster Lovell ![Exterior - Japonica - Minster Lovell (Minster Lovell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121780000/121772900/121772830/d9f5b730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Japonica - Minster Lovell (Minster Lovell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121780000/121772900/121772830/c9ddf630.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Japonica - Minster Lovell (Minster Lovell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121780000/121772900/121772830/7fd470d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Japonica - Minster Lovell (Minster Lovell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121780000/121772900/121772830/90f3f22a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Japonica - Minster Lovell (Minster Lovell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121780000/121772900/121772830/ce23ccdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Japonica - Minster Lovell provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1087 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Japonica - Minster Lovell On the edge of the Cotswolds, Japonica is a charming cottage ready to welcome your friends and family for a peaceful retreat. Blenheim Palace, Oxford and the Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens are very close by and you're just a short walk from Jeremy Clarkson's pub The Farmer's Dog. This grade II listed historic charterville cottage dates back to the 1800s and is full of charming details. Beautiful fireplaces, flagstone flooring, exposed stone walls and wooden beams show what life would have been like. Set across the ground floor the open plan living area is spacious and full of light with a lovely sage green kitchen, breakfast bar and comfortable sitting area. The formal dining room gives you space to eat homecooked meals together and you can open the stable doors out to the external dining terrace. Three bedrooms each have a peaceful finish and there are two bathrooms, including an en-suite in the master bedroom. In the garden a wonderful dining area is tucked away providing a secluded space to host group dinners. Alongside is a lawned garden and there is space for three cars to park on the driveway. Ground Floor Open Plan Kitchen/Living Room This fabulous space is the heart of the home, where you will spend time cooking meals together, lingering over drinks and long chats and having quick breakfasts before heading out for the day. At one end, the kitchen has an oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster and coffee machine. A breakfast bar seats 4 and is perfect for less formal meals. Open the French doors to the garden so you have a wonderful view while preparing meals. The sitting area includes two three-seater sofas and a smart TV so you can put your feet up and relax. Sitting beside exposed stone with old fireplaces, a woodburning stove, and a flagstone floor you are immersed in the atmosphere of this charming Cotswold cottage. Dining Room Set the table so you can all eat together and celebrate special occasions. The table can be extended for extra serving space if you've planned a feast. At the end of this room is a sofa, a secret hideaway if you just want a moment to yourself to get lost in a good book. You will also find the washing machine and tumble dryer tucked away here. Bedroom Three An old sliding stable door opens into bedroom three which is ideal for younger guests or two friends sharing. The bunk beds sit perpendicular to each other and there are two chests of drawers. Bathroom Shared between bedrooms two and three, the bathroom has a bath with a hand-held shower, WC and basin. Bedroom Two The double bed sits between two bedside tables with lamps, giving you somewhere to have your morning cup of coffee in bed. Bedroom One The master bedroom is at the end of the house giving guests staying here extra privacy. With a king-size bed, chest of drawers, wardrobe and bedside tables you will feel at home. En-Suite An added bonus, the en-suite has a shower, WC and basin. Outside Spend time outside in the secluded garden dining al fresco beneath bright Cotswold skies. A table seating six is tucked behind the cottage away from view while the lawn stretches away to one side. Start a morning stroll here and continue through the village to the old hall and dovecote, stopping off at the Old Swan for a drink. Points of Note Japonica is one of our pet-free properties and therefore dogs and other pets are not permitted. While Japonica is a ground floor property, there are a handful of internal steps. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,087 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1222300/1222239/2395d31b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mercure Oxford Eastgate Hotel Oxford City Centre - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Bar 8.0 Very good 1,001 reviews £137 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=1222239&PinnedHotelID=1222239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4400000/4395200/4395170/a77b8791.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Head of the River Oxford City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar 8.8 Excellent 709 reviews £137 includes taxes & fees 18 Mar - 19 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=4395170&PinnedHotelID=4395170&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105910000/105908900/105908827/4936d4d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crown Hotel East Oxford - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping 9.4 Exceptional 219 reviews £88 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=105908827&PinnedHotelID=105908827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1209600/1209522/caba37a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cotswold Lodge Hotel North Oxford - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.8 Excellent 953 reviews £162 includes taxes & fees 17 Mar - 18 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=1209522&PinnedHotelID=1209522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36762100/36762018/125db178.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard by Marriott Oxford City Centre Oxford City Centre - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 770 reviews £135 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=36762018&PinnedHotelID=36762018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2300000/2295700/2295630/b4acaa81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Buttery Hotel Oxford City Centre - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk 8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews £115 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=2295630&PinnedHotelID=2295630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/555000/554934/c9c813b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel Iffley - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews £86 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=554934&PinnedHotelID=554934&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Coffee service](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12700/12654/344b6109.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford Wolvercote - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 1,260 reviews £90 includes taxes & fees 20 Mar - 21 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=12654&PinnedHotelID=12654&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116850000/116843800/116843769/7acf20bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Market Tavern Bampton - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews £99 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=116843769&PinnedHotelID=116843769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2150000/2142000/2141928/b58e24dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ethos Hotel South Oxford - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.4 Very good 754 reviews £142 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=2141928&PinnedHotelID=2141928&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=121772830&PinnedHotelID=121772830&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=121772830,1222239,4395170,105908827,1209522) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 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 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 660920 ## About the area Witney is home to this cottage. SOTA Gallery and Tolsey Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and Crocodiles of the World. Windrush Leisure Centre and Carterton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Witney travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Witney.dx5482) [View more Cottages in Witney](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Witney-Cottages.d5482-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%7C51.79663%2C-1.55119&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wniTqwhdGtNk28--hVCN51cVQYU=) Minster Lovell, Oxfordshire ### What's nearby - ![A shot near Witney lake on the windrush river just a wonderful place ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5482/288db7e4-e946-4ae1-983c-3959471ca6cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) River Windrush 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Oxford featuring signage and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152196/4d6668f9-4c07-45eb-9e77-0a5ef89490d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens 10 min drive \- 7.3 miles - ![Oxford, United Kingdom](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 24 min drive \- 18.0 miles - ![Blenheim Palace showing heritage architecture and heritage elements](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 27 min drive \- 18.5 miles - ![FM6C84 Bicester Village. England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6245634/efefbd48-b5f4-4fcc-916a-1d6a25558066.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bicester Village 32 min drive \- 27.2 miles ### Getting around - Finstock Station 14 min drive - Oxford (OXF) 35 min drive ### Restaurants - The Farmer's Dog 3 min drive - McDonald's 6 min drive - The Three Horseshoes 6 min drive - UE Coffee 4 min drive - The Windrush Inn 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Japonica - Minster Lovell pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Japonica - Minster Lovell? ### What time is check-in at Japonica - Minster Lovell? ### What time is check-out at Japonica - Minster Lovell? ### Where is Japonica - Minster Lovell located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Japonica - Minster Lovell 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura F. 3 Nov 2025 #### Lovely cottage So well equipped and comfortable, a lovely home from home and had everything we needed in it for an enjoyable stay. Within walking distance of a pub that serves great food. Also near Burford and lots of lovely Cotswold villages. Some great walks from the cottage too. Only minor point is it’s on a B road which is quite busy and garden not enclosed so may be worth mentioning in the listing? Not a problem for us as I have teenagers, however I would have been worried with young children. ##### Laura F. This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda C. 4 Jan 2026 #### Stunning Stunning home, very comfortable owner had thought of everything. Cottage in a good location for exploring the Cotswolds. ##### Amanda C. This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny H. 24 Feb 2026 #### A great property Japonica is very well equipped and perfect accommodation for a holiday. We went in winter so didn’t use outside but inside was super cosy and great for family socialising as the kitchen and lounge area are together. It is on quite a main road and not scenic from the house but only a short walk into the very picturesque village Would recommend this property ##### Jenny H. This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 14 Feb 2026 #### A beautiful and superbly appointed cottage retreat providing a real home from home My stay at Japonica was a treat - super clean, everything felt new and the interior was as if someone had lent you their home rather than that feeling of staying in a rental. All the furnishings and fittings were of a very high quality, and the layout meant it was easy to find your own space and relax, or work, or enjoy making a meal in the fully appointed kitchen. My stay was during a very wet winter period, but when the sun comes out it would be a wonderful place to enjoy not going anywhere but staying in the secluded courtyard garden. I hope I have the opportunity to return! ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Delta-By-Marriott-Cheltenham-Chase-Hotel.h9657.Hotel-Information) > - [Cherry Park Hall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Cherry-Park-Hall.h15952872.Hotel-Information) > - [The New French Partridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northampton-Hotels-The-New-French-Partridge.h2288818.Hotel-Information) > - [Splash Landings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Splash-Landings-Hotel.h1160988.Hotel-Information) > - [Best Western Pinewood Manchester Airport-Wilmslow Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wilmslow-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Pinewood-On-Wilmslow-Hotel-Cheshire.h22074.Hotel-Information) > - [Etrop Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Etrop-Grange.h49116.Hotel-Information) > - [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.Hotel-Information) > - [Fisherman's Cot, Tiverton by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tiverton-Hotels-Fishermans-Cot.h11900175.Hotel-Information) > - [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > - [Lakeside Lodge with 6 berth hot tub and private fishing peg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Hotels-Delightful-Lakeside-Lodge-With-Hot-Tub-Private-Fishing-Peg-With-Stunning-View.h27123912.Hotel-Information) > - [Bredbury Hall by Accor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockport-Hotels-Bredbury-Hall.h64706.Hotel-Information) > - [The Evenlode Rooms at Firehouse Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Witney-Hotels-The-Evenlode.h41258809.Hotel-Information) > - [Delta Hotels by Marriott Warwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-M40-J15-Warwick-Hotel.h10444.Hotel-Information) > - [The Bowman by Greene King Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nottingham-Hotels-The-Bowman.h46162199.Hotel-Information) > - [Northlands Farm & Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chichester-Hotels-Northlands-Farm-Lakes-Premium-Chalet-1.h37797465.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > - [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > - [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > - [Urban Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Urban-Beach-Hotel.h2814369.Hotel-Information) > - [Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information) > - [Wychnor Park Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Wychnor-Park-Country-Club.h1927715.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Stoke-On-Trent.h6788.Hotel-Information) > - [Ox Hotel Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Milton-Manchester-Hotel.h18787802.Hotel-Information) > - [Caverswall Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Caverswall-Castle.h23959535.Hotel-Information) > - [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > - [Makeney Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-Makeney-Hall-Hotel.h1206529.Hotel-Information) > - [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > - [The Rose Revived By Chef and Brewer Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Witney-Hotels-The-Rose-Revived-By-Greene-King-Inns.h11899898.Hotel-Information) > - [Luxury caravan at Butlins Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-Luxury-Caravan-At-Butlins-Skegness.h36376338.Hotel-Information) ---