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Historic Apartment in the Heart of Oxford

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Interior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Apartment in the Heart of Oxford

A charming apartment in an exceptional location at the heart of Oxford, nestled amongst the trees and spires of St Giles, with expansive views of the city.

The apartment has exceptional proximity to the most vibrant colleges, restaurants, museums and pubs which Oxford has to offer - a mere stone's throw from St John's College, the Eagle and Child, and more.

Professionally cleaned in between guests staying, the apartment has two bathrooms and an extensive kitchen, as well as a dining table and workspace, and ample natural light.

The historic charm of the property is combined with an interior finish of a very high standard. Guests can enjoy having the place to themselves, with the host happy to help in any way possible. Guest satisfaction is consistently very high indeed.

One room has a double bed, whilst the other can be made up into either a double or two singles. Guests can drop off bags prior to check in. Check in time is flexible.

Property manager

Liam

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 13 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage

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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Map
Oxford, England

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bodleian Library - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Christ Church College - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oxford Castle - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 14 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Branca Bar, Restaurant and Deli - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Najar's Place - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Ashmolean Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lamb & Flag - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ashmolean Rooftop Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Apartment in the Heart of Oxford pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Apartment in the Heart of Oxford?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Apartment in the Heart of Oxford?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Apartment in the Heart of Oxford located?

Located in Oxford City Centre, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Oxford and Thames River. Somerville College and Keble College are just steps away. Oxford Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Historic Apartment in the Heart of Oxford Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
This was the perfect landing spot for us as we got our son settled into university. Great restaurants around the corner, a number of grocery store options close by. The kitchen is well appointed. Beds were comfortable. Easy walk to the Oxford colleges and city center. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smack dab in the middle …
… of everything! And what a lovely, cozy place. I highly recommend staying here. Liam is a fabulous host. Very responsive and kind. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

dana n., nyc

Liked: Cleanliness
Shelleyan stay in Oxford
A sideway entrance by St. Giles into an apartment of comfort and relaxation. All the amenities for an enjoyable stay. I enjoyed the cleanness of the space, the quality of to the linen, the design of the assortment, the bedrooms quite apart and that there were two bathrooms. And Liam is a dream of a landlord. Always above and responsive even when away in vain in n America. Couldn’t have had a better stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaycee W., Tucson, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Absolutely wonderful place to stay. Enjoyed everything about it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gari C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and apartment
You can't get better placed on Oxford. Great views. Short term parking nearby on st giles will get you unloaded, but otherwise, try not to bring a car. The bells are crazy on Sunday morning, but that's part of the atmosphere. Check in was easy once we worked out which way to rotate the lock. No dryer, but clothes were dry in 24 hours on the rack. The climate thanks you. Well stocked for toilet paper, dish washer tablets and washing powder. No mold, which is a first for oxford rentals. The only slight negative is that the water pressure seems to be dependent on the use of water in the business downstairs. So time that shower early :). Liam was incredibly responsive, especially when we temporarily locked ourselves out (too many key pad errors in a row when we let our youngest do the locks). In particular, the previous owner just sold the apartment, and Liam honored the booking, working with us to rebook it through vrbo at the original price just one week before our booking. He didn't have to do that (according to the vrbo booking conditions). What a gent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Excellent Location to Explore Oxford
My wife and I have made an annual visit to Oxford for more than 30 years. This property has the best location of any we've had. Very clean and we appreciated how easy it was to communicate with the owner. Check in procedures easy and clear.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Central Oxford location
Had a nice, but brief stay at Bridget’s apartment. Easy stroll to the best known Colleges, but also close to the Jericho neighborhood for fun eating options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the action
We had a great time staying at this house. The house was close to all the shops and restaurants that we explored. The house was within walking distance from the bus station. The house was clean and instructions were very clear. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Debbie O.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cheated- Over One Thousand US Dollars
Did not stay here after seeing the actual condition of the entry then shabby, poor condition of furnishings- depressing for such a beautiful city. Probably a student apartment. The photos did not reflect the real condition. Lost money as I did last fall in Florence Italy. As happened with this property- seems that Vrbo knows that certain properties do not meet standards and drop protection coverage for traveler payment. So beware if your choice drops from view (photos) and is no longer a supported property. The questions for rating do not address real problems with owners and their properties.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Central location and Wonderful host
Clean and well maintained. Walking distance to university and historic Oxford town. Hostess is fantastic! Very attentive and shared information about the area. We recommend this flat and will return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Photos as described. Host was very accommodating to family needs
I brought my husband and my 3-year-old toddler along with me from the USA to Oxford for a business trip. Taking care of toddlers on a long-haul flight and jet lags for work the next day was very exhausting, thanks to Bridget the host allowing us to pay a little bit extra just to have an earlier check-in upon our arrival. Bridget was very accommodating to my toddler’s needs by providing a cot and a high chair. The place was exactly as described. It's right next to the church. The side entrance is adjacent to the church graveyard but there were still a lot of people passing along the sidewalk at 10 pm. Super safe and clean, very central location only 10 minutes walking to the city center and 15 minutes to Westgate. With all the nice restaurants and coffee places, you can find nearby. I just love Gail’s across the street it has the best flat white. The place has all the basic needs, a fully functioning kitchen with utensils and plates and, a nice bathtub. Another shower and toilet downstairs with the laundry alongside. The street outside was busy during the daytime but it slowed down at night so we had a very good night's sleep. If you have a large check-in luggage you might need extra help to climb up the stairs upon entrance and the stairs inside the house. We are very satisfied with the place overall. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vilʹyam L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
First thing to mention is the amazing TLC of the property manager in that she was not only accommodating, but also she went above and beyond to ensure we were settled. Communication was extremely fast and prompt. Hats off to her. The best part of the apartment is its location. You can walk the entire city from this location. You will be in walking distance to all the universities and attractions. The hop on hop off tour bus stop is very close. There are some things that you should be aware of though. The location is right next to a crosswalk that beeps intermittently. You can tune it out but just be prepared for it. Also the water pressure is very weak and makes the bathtub not practical. Showering still works and the bathrooms are very clean. Also because of the age of all the buildings, be aware that the mobility might be a challenge as there is no lift. If your main reason to come to Oxford is for the culture and history, then I don’t think you could do any better. You won’t worry about the noisy crosswalk as you will be out and about. Pubs and good restaurants are all around you. Also there are many grocery stores nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family holiday
The flat was just as described: large, clean and with everything you could need. The family were very impressed and the location was excellent, close to lots of bars, shops and the centre of town.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and well located
Clean and modern. Easy walk to all the museums. Bridget was lovely. We’d stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice flat
Great location and sweet owner. A little difficult to find from the street and unusual outside steps to access but very comfortable inside!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L., From California

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Apartment!! (Returned Guest)
This is the perfect location for a stay in Oxford. It’s a short walk from the center of the city and close to everything. The host is fantastic and I’ve already booked my next visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and Comfortable
This is a wonderful apartment from which to explore Oxford. The location is perfect. It’s close to restaurants, shops, and parks. It’s located in a wonderful old church, but is completely renovated and very comfortable. The owners are very pleasant and helpful. We would look to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, well-located
I chose this apartment in the heart of Oxford because we had family reuniting for a graduation and needed to be within walking distance of the college, the Sheldonian Theater, and the bus station. I was also hoping to cook meals to help with our travel budget. This lovely apartment checked all the boxes.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik S., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb location, fun unique place
We had a wonderful time. I was there for a work trip, and my husband and mother toured around Oxford. Bridget was incredibly responsive. We did have a mechanical issue arise during our stay, but Bridget was very diligent about communicating and getting someone in to fix it. Great location to experience all of Oxford, very good restaurants and businesses in an easy walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Journey to Oxford
I have stayed in many a hotel and college while visiting in Oxford. This property has been my favourite. Best location, well designed, ample room, clean and contemporary. I will be back.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient, Modern, and Comfortable
This property was perfect for our family of three, in Oxford to celebrate our daughter’s masters degree conferral from Somerville College. The location keeps you close to all conveniences yet just far enough away from the city center to avoid the crowds. The owners have made the most of this unique property, keeping it clean and easy to enjoy. Thank you, Bridget, for your attentiveness and help to make this a forever memory for our family. We hope we have the opportunity to return soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
This place is perfect. Great location. Perfectly clean and comfortable. The communication with the owners was easy and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay!
The property is just as advertised. Very spacious and well located.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M., Aiken

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location in Oxford
My husband and I spent a total of seven weeks here this summer as well as four weeks in 2017. We love this flat and its location. We don't need a car to get around and can walk across the street to Brown's, around the corner to the restaurants on Little Clarendon, and have great access to Jericho. It's only an 18-minute walk to the train station. It's in the heart of Oxford. The bedrooms both have comfortable beds and storage. The kitchen is modern and furnished with high-end appliances. The kitchen supplies worked well for the way we cook on holiday. Plenty of dishes, utensils, and cookware. Bridget and Craig were very responsive to any questions we had during our stay as well as the booking process.
Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Beautiful property and having access to laundry was a great benefit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022