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The Chestnuts

Sleeps up to 8
Bathrooms: 4

The Chestnuts is a multi-award winning four-bedroom cottage in Shilton, Oxfordshire. This beautifully restored property sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms with three bathrooms. The cottage combines original features like stone floors, oak beams and inglenook fireplaces with modern comforts including two sitting rooms and a fully equipped kitchen.

Shilton is a peaceful Cotswolds village with a medieval church, traditional green and pretty stone cottages. The Rose and Crown pub sits directly opposite the property.

Ground floor accommodation includes a sitting room with wood burning stove and Sony 4K television, a dining area seating eight and a garden room with French doors. The kitchen features two fridges, a dishwasher and Lavazza coffee machine.

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About The Chestnuts

The Chestnuts is a multi-award winning four-bedroom cottage in Shilton, Oxfordshire. This beautifully restored property sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms with three bathrooms. The cottage combines original features like stone floors, oak beams and inglenook fireplaces with modern comforts including two sitting rooms and a fully equipped kitchen.

Shilton is a peaceful Cotswolds village with a medieval church, traditional green and pretty stone cottages. The Rose and Crown pub sits directly opposite the property.

Ground floor accommodation includes a sitting room with wood burning stove and Sony 4K television, a dining area seating eight and a garden room with French doors. The kitchen features two fridges, a dishwasher and Lavazza coffee machine. Upstairs are two king-size master bedrooms with Juliet balconies, two double bedrooms and a family bathroom with oval bath and walk-in shower.

Burford sits three miles away (8 minutes), Cotswold Wildlife Park is 6 miles away (15 minutes), Daylesford Organic Farm is 8 miles away (18 minutes) and Oxford is 20 miles away (35 minutes).

The Chestnuts offers Gold Green Tourism Award status and holds Visit England 5 star Gold and Rose Awards. Perfect for families wanting authentic Cotswolds living with modern luxury.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Chestnuts

Spacious Layout for Groups

Four bedrooms sleeping eight with two sitting rooms provides ample space for larger families to spread out and relax together comfortably.

Dual Living Spaces

Two separate sitting rooms with Sony 4K televisions mean different groups can enjoy their own activities without disturbing others throughout the day.

Award-Winning Quality

Visit England 5 star Gold Award and Rose Award recognition guarantees exceptional standards throughout your stay at this professionally managed cottage.

Village Pub Opposite

The Rose and Crown traditional village pub sits directly across the road, perfect for easy group meals without needing to drive anywhere.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

Two fridges, dishwasher and professional equipment make catering for eight people straightforward, with dining space for everyone to eat together.

Private Garden Setting

Landscaped rear garden overlooking the ford offers outdoor dining space and a Tom Kerridge charcoal barbecue for al fresco group meals.

Getting To The Chestnuts

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Chestnuts by car, take the A40 towards Burford and follow signs to Shilton. The cottage is located in the heart of the village with one off-street parking space and additional roadside parking available.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Oxford, approximately 20 miles away. From there, a taxi journey takes around 35 minutes through the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside to Shilton.

Off-street parking plus roadside spaces
Oxford station (20 miles)
Accessible via A40 and Burford

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens
Distance: 6 miles
OX18 4JP
Burford Garden Centre
Distance: 3 miles
OX18 4JG
Daylesford Organic Farm
Distance: 8 miles
GL56 0YG
Shilton Village Green
Distance: 0.1 miles
OX18 4AB
River Thames Path
Distance: 4 miles
OX18 4HF
Wychwood Forest
Distance: 5 miles
OX7 6HD
Burford High Street
Distance: 3 miles
OX18 4QA
Witney Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
OX28 6BH
Cirencester Market Place
Distance: 20 miles
GL7 2NW
Oxford City Centre
Distance: 20 miles
OX1 1DP
Blenheim Palace
Distance: 15 miles
OX20 1PP
Stratford-upon-Avon
Distance: 35 miles
CV37 6BA
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens
Distance: 6 miles
OX18 4JP
Burford Garden Centre
Distance: 3 miles
OX18 4JG
Daylesford Organic Farm
Distance: 8 miles
GL56 0YG
Shilton Village Green
Distance: 0.1 miles
OX18 4AB
River Thames Path
Distance: 4 miles
OX18 4HF
Wychwood Forest
Distance: 5 miles
OX7 6HD
Burford High Street
Distance: 3 miles
OX18 4QA
Witney Town Centre
Distance: 7 miles
OX28 6BH
Cirencester Market Place
Distance: 20 miles
GL7 2NW
Oxford City Centre
Distance: 20 miles
OX1 1DP
Blenheim Palace
Distance: 15 miles
OX20 1PP
Stratford-upon-Avon
Distance: 35 miles
CV37 6BA

Is The Chestnuts Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
The Chestnuts offers excellent facilities for families with children. The garden room with French doors opens onto a private landscaped garden overlooking the ford, providing safe outdoor space for play. Two sitting rooms mean kids can watch films while adults relax separately. Board games and books are provided for entertainment, whilst the village green opposite offers additional play space in a traffic-free setting.
Groups Will Love...
Two separate sitting rooms make The Chestnuts exceptional for group holidays. The main sitting room features comfortable sofas around a wood burning stove in an inglenook fireplace, whilst the garden room offers a second space with French doors to the garden. Both rooms include Sony 4K televisions with Bluetooth soundbars, DVD players and speakers, allowing different generations to enjoy their preferred activities simultaneously without compromise.
Pet Friendly
The Chestnuts does not accept pets. This award-winning cottage maintains a strict no-pets policy to preserve the exceptional standards that earned it Visit England 5 star Gold and Rose Awards plus Gold Green Tourism status. The pristine condition of original features including stone floors and oak beams requires this restriction. Guests requiring pet-friendly accommodation should consider alternative properties in the area.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Chestnuts

The Rose and Crown

Located Opposite cottage from your accommodation.

Postcode: OX18 4AB

The Angel at Burford

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: OX18 4SN

Huffkins Burford

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: OX18 4QF

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Chestnuts

Is The Chestnuts suitable for large families or groups?
Yes, this cottage sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms with three bathrooms. Two separate sitting rooms and generous dining space make it ideal for larger groups wanting to spend time together.
Is the property pet friendly?
No, The Chestnuts does not accept pets. The cottage maintains a strict no-pets policy to preserve the high standards of this award-winning property.
What cooking facilities are available for group catering?
The kitchen includes two fridges, a freezer, dishwasher, electric oven, induction hob and Lavazza coffee machine. Professional-standard equipment makes preparing meals for eight people straightforward and enjoyable.
How many cars can park at the cottage?
One off-street parking space is provided with additional roadside parking available in the village. The location on a quiet village road makes parking straightforward for multiple vehicles.
What entertainment is provided for groups?
Two sitting rooms each feature Sony 4K televisions with Bluetooth soundbars and DVD players. The property also includes Bose Bluetooth speakers, a wood burning stove, board games and a library of books.
Are there shops and pubs within walking distance?
The Rose and Crown pub sits directly opposite the cottage for easy access. Burford, three miles away, offers shops, cafes and the excellent Burford Garden Centre for supplies.
What accessibility features does the cottage have?
Steep stone steps lead upstairs from the sitting room, though grab rails and a shower seat are provided. The ground floor includes a shower room and cloakroom for less mobile guests.
What makes The Chestnuts special for group holidays?
This multi-award winning cottage combines original Cotswold features with contemporary luxuries including two living spaces and professional kitchen facilities. The peaceful village location with a pub opposite offers authentic countryside living for groups.

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