Family-friendly holiday rentals in Bicester

High and Little Barn were both truly gorgeous homes to stay in for the weekend. The trip was for a group of 9 women on their annual girls getaway wanting somewhere to unwind and relax and StayCotswolds did not disappoint! The house had everything we could possibly need whilst being a great base while we went and explored further afield. Great value for money, would definitely stay again if in the area

Gorgeous place - spotless and well kept. Hot tub great addition. Really responsive and helpful hosts. Thank you for a lovely stay!

Had a lovely stay at the Rectory Farm Retreat. Lisa greeted us for check-in and helpfully explained the log burner for us. Thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub and waking up to the quiet, private views. Would stay again. Thank you.

We had a fantastic stay, the hut was lovely, cosy but plenty of space and everything that you need. The view and wildlife was amazing, owls, dears, foxes, kestrels, red kites just to name a few. Jonathan was an amazing host and couldn’t have done anything more for us. When staying here the shepards hut next to us was empty, so this made it very exclusive but If it had people staying in it this would have been a big negative for us, as it makes both huts not very private especially outside and walking to the hot tubs. Probably wouldn’t return because of this which is a shame as it is a lovely place.

Absolutely beautiful lodge located on a stunning lake with some great amenities nearby. The organisation and communication leading up to the trip was excellent with recommendations readily available for things to do, restaurants, takeaways etc. We also booked a private chef who was recommended by the owners and he was brilliant. We also couldn’t fault the cleanliness of the lodge and surrounding areas and it had everything we needed. Our only complaint was a light in the downstairs toilet not working and it wasn’t until we checked out that we were informed this was a wiring issue that couldn’t be sorted while we were there (this could’ve been communicated better during our stay). Other than that, beautiful place and great hosts.

Fantastic stay at the Hayloft cottage. The beautiful private surroundings just outside of Stratford upon Avon town was perfect and kept immaculate. Wendy made us feel right at home and the place was snug and cosy for the 4 of us. Complimentary treats for valentines went down a treat and we loved the pool and hot tub experience which was all pristine and well organised. Thank you so much Wendy, already planning our next trip! Xxx

Lizzy's place was wonderful. We were only there for a weekend and I would love to go back for a longer stay. There was plenty of space and the hot tub was a bonus. The property is also close to some very pretty villages and towns - highly recommended!

Our group of 8 really enjoyed it here, Stephanie's place is very cosy and secluded so great for a getaway/bonding time. The house was clean and the amenities (snooker table!) kept everyone busy. It was also nice to have the choice of two dining spaces, both in the Apple Barn as well as in the main house. It was very cold when we visited so we didn't get to enjoy sitting outdoors, but this would be a real treat when it gets warmer. Overall highly recommend.

Jan was a great host. The annex is fully sufficient with all mod cons and well located for all amenities, with a separate entrance in and out and a parking space. It was an ideal place, me, my family and our dog when we stayed for nearly 2 weeks whilst having renovations done. It felt like a home from home. It made what was a stressful time and so near to Christmas, so much easier. Thank you Jan.

We loved our family stay in the Cotswold Barn. The building was fabulous, so spacious and close to lovely places to visit in the Cotswolds. We wanted a venue where we could relax as a family and there was certainly enough space to do that. All bedrooms having en suites was great. Brilliant dining space and games room. Well equipped kitchen, spacious for preparing meals for 8. We had a photographer do a photo shoot to celebrate a milestone birthday and the venue was perfect to capture some great photographs, with beautiful surroundings. We would definitly come back!

Beautiful cottage that was perfect for our stay. Super clean, cosy and comfortable. Felt like home from home. Great walks from the doorstep, including one into Stow-on-the-Wold, a lovely picturesque market town with a good selection of independent cafes and shops. All in all, a lovely relaxing weekend.

It was a lovely stay at a beautiful cottage. The cottage was everything we hoped for a little two day get away. We spent time on local walking footpaths and getting to know the local pubs. Our recommendations are; The Falcon, Ye Olde Reine Deer Inn and The Blinking Owl over the road. The owners of the Blinking Owl were lovely hosts, really traditional English pub and great food from Sylvia! We spent our New Years Eve there and it was a lovely evening. Couldnt have asked for a better stay. Mary was super helpful and responsive on the run up to the stay. We hope to visit again soon.

We really enjoyed staying in The Old Chapel. Peaceful, beautiful and a lovely conversion. Clean abd homely. Thank you for chocolate and cake! Looking forward to next visit. Thank you Jill x

We wanted somewhere quiet and relaxing to go for a couple of days and the barn at Badsey was perfect. The space itself is lovely with a comfortable bed and powerful shower. The breakfast facilities (kettle, toaster etc) were enough for us as there were so many places to eat nearby for lunch and dinner. Our dog was pleased to be able to have a sniff around the garden.

Cosy and quiet cottage, beautifully and stylishly restored and furnished. A perfect bolt hole for our one night stay with our dog. Sam met us on arrival and was a charming, friendly and unobtrusive host. Little touches made a huge difference - bread, milk, butter, juice etc all ready and waiting for us. The place was immaculately clean. Couldn’t have asked for more and we look forward to coming again.

Absolutely fantastic stay, Katie went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Beautiful home and just as described.

We wanted somewhere to stay as a family to celebrate a special birthday which falls on Christmas Day and this was perfect in every way. The house is really, really lovely with plenty of space to enjoy spending time together in really comfortable and well-equipped surroundings - exactly as in the photos with lots of additional, thoughtful touches not even mentioned in the description. Caroline is a fantastic communicator and her instructions and local guide are really well written so we had everything we needed to help us enjoy our stay. Any questions we did have were responded to almost instantly. Finally, Hook Norton (or Hooky as we now know it!) is a lovely, picturesque village and there are local shops and pubs within a short walk so it's ideal if you don't want to drive anywhere. We can thoroughly recommend the brewery tour and the pub quiz at the Pear Tree Inn, both a convenient stroll home after a couple of pints of Hooky!

Patricia's home is lovely, warm and cozy. We booked at the last minute so that our family could spend Christmas together. We appreciated the lovely welcome and provision of staples like milk, butter, tea, coffee, juice and also crusty bread. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a full Christmas dinner with ease. Patricia had even gone to the trouble to decorate her home for Christmas for us, which was very special. We all enjoyed our time together there. It is a bonus to have a full bathroom and an extra toilet for a family, too. The setting in the park is peaceful and welcoming and there are nice walks around the woods and lakes; our dog loved it, too. This is a wonderful place to stay in every way and Patricia is a very thoughtful and accommodating host. Thank you!

Our second stay at Lisa’s chalet was lovely. Lisa was a perfect host who made us feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble. We really appreciated the milk and biscuits that were left for us when we arrived. We’ve really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely be back again. ☺️

Fantastic cottage. Felt very luxurious and private. Nicky made sure we had everything we needed. the spot felt very private and had great views. We especially enjoyed The Bull Pub which was recommended.

Ros and Hugh were great hosts. A very warm welcome and clear explanations on all utilities in the flat and insight into the surrounding area. This friendly couple were unintrusive but reassuring to know they were available in their cottage right next to our flat had we needed help with anything. The flat was compact but well designed with all the amenities required for a cosy stay. The village itself is the quintessential image we'd hoped for an idyllic rural setting. We had a very nice stay and excellent value for money.

A beautiful cottage in an idyllic setting. The perfect place to stay to re charge the batteries. Our weekend was spent relaxing in front of the log fire, walking our dogs along the many footpaths on the doorstep and enjoying the lovely food at the dog friendly local pubs, which are only a short walk away. Rachel was a wonderful host, responsive and helpful and the cottage was spotless upon our arrival.

We were a family party with ages from 5 to 75 . Lots for everyone to do ( swimming , tennis, billiards/snooker & beautiful walks all there) There was enough space both inside the wonderfully converted barn and outside in the extensive grounds to enjoy each others company without being overcrowded. Thanks Sarah for enabling a lovely weekend .

We stayed for a couple of nights close to Christmas, wonderful stay in this beautiful period home, with the village looking very pretty and festive. Having use of a sauna and pool, while it was frosty outside; made our stay particularly enjoyable!