Luxury self-catering accommodation in Burford
Often called the 'gateway to the Cotswolds’, this yellow-stone town is all Oxfordshire charm, from its tiny antique shops to the scenic surrounds.
Hugging the south side of the Cotswolds, this popular 16th century market town has history steeped within its old walls, in the four-arch medieval bridge, and in its half-timbered houses. The town of Burford was once an important meeting place for wool merchants, and there is still much evidence of this trade in the local museum and historic buildings: a row of weathered almshouses is firmly on the map for places of historic interest, along with The Lamb Inn, one of the oldest pubs around.
For outings, Batsford Arboretum, Blenheim Palace and Westonbirt Arboretum are all on the nearby map for garden and history lovers; cyclists can pedal the 17-mile Windrush Valley Cycle Router between Witney and Northleach. Modern boutiques now line the little streets, along with a good range of classic Cotswold tearooms and cafés up and down the pretty high street. If ancient relics are on the list, the town's antiques fair sets up at the end of July, offering a variety of treats to the discerning guest.
Inkwell Cottage
Burford, Oxfordshire, The Cotswolds, UK
Handcrafted, atelier in style and ever-so fun, this self-catering home in Burford is a pocketful of luxury throwing all conventionality out of its mullion window
Sleeps: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,250 per week, £995 per short break
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Atticus
Burford, Oxfordshire, The Cotswolds, UK
Made of treacle-toned Cotswolds stone, with antique doors that hint at its history, Atticus is a luxury period townhouse at the end of a golden high street in Burford, Oxfordshire.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £3,395 per week, £2,550 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Baby Grand Piano and fire pit
