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5★ RENOVATED LUXURY COTTAGE IN BLENHEIM PALACE PARK, THE COTSWOLDS

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Outdoor spa tub
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6117.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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WOODSTOCK, ENG
  • Oxfordshire Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Blenheim Palace
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • University of Oxford
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Oxford (OXF)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5★ RENOVATED LUXURY COTTAGE IN BLENHEIM PALACE PARK, THE COTSWOLDS

Step into a world of old-world charm and new-world luxury at Lince Lodge, in the Cotswolds, set within the exquisite grounds of Blenheim Palace Park. Just an hour's drive from London, unwind and exhale in the beautiful countryside setting.

This delightful 3 bedroom cottage sleeps up to 6 and will envelop you in a feeling of timeless English elegance from the moment you arrive at the secluded woodland by the lake. Escape the rat race and live like a Duke in one of the original buildings forming part of the Blenheim Palace Estate.

From high thread-count cotton sheets to fluffy white towels and a welcome hamper, you will find everything you need for a wonderful holiday at the Lince.

Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms
Can be configured as 3 x king size doubles, or 1 king and 2 twin rooms
Bathroom with old-fashioned bath on feet
Shower room with walk in shower
Double aspect living room
Open fireplace
Cable TV and high-speed internet
Within the grounds of Blenheim Palace
A multitude of sporting activities available
Welcome Hamper includes tea, coffee, milk, butter, bread and jam
Near to the historic town of Woodstock
10 miles from the University town of Oxford
A sauna hidden into the wood
An orangery to relax in the ground of the Lodge

Property manager

Bernard Fontannaz

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Woodstock

Located in Woodstock, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Thames River and Eynsham Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Crocodiles of the World and Millets Farm Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Oxford Greyhound Stadium or Iffley Road Track. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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WOODSTOCK, ENG

What's nearby

  • Oxfordshire Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Blenheim Palace - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of Oxford - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Oxford Castle - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Christ Church College - 17 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Tackley Station - 12 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oxfordshire Pantry, Blenheim Palace - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Sun - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Punch Bowl - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Killingworth Castle - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5★ RENOVATED LUXURY COTTAGE IN BLENHEIM PALACE PARK, THE COTSWOLDS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5★ RENOVATED LUXURY COTTAGE IN BLENHEIM PALACE PARK, THE COTSWOLDS?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5★ RENOVATED LUXURY COTTAGE IN BLENHEIM PALACE PARK, THE COTSWOLDS?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5★ RENOVATED LUXURY COTTAGE IN BLENHEIM PALACE PARK, THE COTSWOLDS located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire Museum and Oxford Bus Museum. University of Oxford and Eynsham Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian P.

A Private Retreat
Exactly what I expected, the cottage is an ideal get away nestled in the grounds of a royal palace. What a treat !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arabel B.

The perfect stay in a unique location.
This is a truly stunning property in an amazing location. We had the perfect (quiet) new year here with our three children and a family friend. The grounds were amazing for walks and runs and the play equipment in the garden was an unexpected bonus for the children. We have left with very special memories. 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sofie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful weekend
We had the best weekend at Lince Lodge. Daphne, the housekeeper, was exceptional, from guiding us to the cottage and checking in on us making sure we had everything we needed during the weekend. As pointed out by a previous guest, the cottage needs some repainting indoors, but that doesn’t stop us from booking another weekend in May...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Cozy home in beautiful country setting
My family and I spent 4 nights (29 Dec 2018 - 2 Jan 2019) at Benjamin's lovely home in Woodstock, Oxfordshire. The house is very cozy and peaceful. Lots of wildlife and opportunities for walks on the beautiful grounds of Blenheim Palace. I would strongly recommend this location for anyone wanting to get away for some peace and quiet. Ben and Daphne were both very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Mark E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice property but in need of updating
Our family stayed in this property for 3 nights in July 2019. We paid top dollar for our stay and so our expectations were justifiably high. The pictures used to market this property are outdated; they show a pristine and uncluttered house. In our view the house has been renovated many years ago. The fridge and freezer were full of the owners own items, many opened and part consumed which was unappealing. In our view, to be a top quality holiday rental at the high prices charged, this property needs to be updated. The best part was the outdoor fire pit, which was great. Overall, the cottage itself and its location are stunning but we were a bit disappointed with the state of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane R., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elegant cottage located on a beautiful woodland property
Lince Lodge located in the spectacular natural surroundings of the English Cotswolds. Conveniently located to historic towns of Woodstock and Oxford. The property offers warm elegant decor, excellent kitchen/laundry facilities and 5 star beds for a comfortable nights sleep. An amazing place to stay while exploring the surrounding area, highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical place
Lince Lodge is in a really wonderful location and the house is pretty and well furnished. Alex could not have been more helpful and we were so grateful!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas k.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Lovely stay but we asked for a few things to be cross checked and arrived and of the three things we asked to check two were not done. However the owner was very responsive and kind in the response.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sofie M., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
All of us had the best days at Lince lodge!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
It couldn’t have been better. Total heaven.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Had an excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idilic and stylish cottage
We stayed here just before Christmas and I have to say it is idilic. The owners had put a Christmas tree up for us and the beautiful cottage blended historic charm with modern style and conveniences. The location is truly magical, you drive through the park and through a short patch of woods and then it opens up into a beautiful garden with the cottage in the middle and the garden stretching down to a river. Daphne could not have been more helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Woodstock is a good walk away, but it’s all through Blenheim Palace grounds, so wonderful on a sunny day. Car access is easy and there’s good parking at the lodge. We loved it. A wonderful place in winter or summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Northwood B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Fabulous setting compromised by poor in house facilities
No welcoming pack , No 'fluffy' towels. All were low quality (650gms!!) . Legs on both armchairs unsafe. No matches . No kindling. No kitchen scales despite assurance of them being available. Back patio lights not working. Climbing frame UNSAFE. (one leg not grounded). Only three coffee pods for coffee machine and only small cafetiere (cracked on lip). Surrounded by owners food, clothes and other personal items. DESPITE ALL THE ABOVE WE HAD A LOVELY WEEKEND. A shame as this is top of the range and priced location not matched by the facilities .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

maggie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ben was so helpful and Daphne the housekeeper couldn’t have been more accommodating. Location superb
Beautiful house a little quirky but the setting and helpfulness of Ben and Daphne could not have been better. An upstairs shower would be a good addition to top 5 stars Thank you for a lovely stay a Blenheim
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Staycation!
We had the most wonderful time at Lince lodge. It is truly magical. We celebrated my husbands 40th with a couple of friends and our children. The kids absolutely loved the outdoor play area which has a zip line, trampoline and a swing...hours of fun. We were blessed with wonderful weather so we spent a lot of time outdoors and made use of the fire pit. The house had everything we needed and was very clean.It was just the perfect getaway and felt so special to be within the palace grounds. Daphne is so wonderful and was on hand to help us with anything we needed. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway!
We had such a lovely stay - the house was perfect for our family of 5. It was the most beautiful setting with lots of things to do and see in the area. Our kids loved the zip line and trampoline in the garden. The house has everything we needed and Daphne was extremely helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Palace retreat
We had a wonderful week at Lince Lodge. Daphne made us incredibly welcome and did a brilliant job of looking after us. The setting and house are beautiful and we really enjoyed evenings outside with the fire pit burning. Overall would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend at the Lince Lodge
The lodge is in a beautiful, secluded location with the only downside being it is hard to find. But Daphne met us in town and allowed us to follow her to the house which was a great help. She was accessible all weekend to answer ?? And was a huge help. The beds are very comfortable and the house was supplied with everything we needed. It is a 45 min walk into Woodstock so I would recommend having a car. Our only regret was that we were so busy with wedding events over the weekend we did not get to spend enough time enjoying the property. Hopefully we can return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Agata G.

Enjoying nature in style
We have spent 3 nights in the most beautiful setting ever, both: the surrounding Blenheim estate woods and fields and the house are simply stunning. If you love historic buildings, nature and walks and usually have to plan your walking routes, this time you will find them just outside your doorstep. We have enjoyed the spacious and stylish, yet cosy house, saw stags,pheasants, deer and other animals from our windows, spent evenings in front of an open fire and used swings and chairs outside when felt like staying in. Thank you Benjamin and Daphne for making our stay so lovely! xxx
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Nico H.

fantastic location, beautiful house, almost nothing negative
In the heart of the splendid Blenheim Estate, a lovely small lodge with private access. Beautiful interior design. The only two (very little) problems : - it was not easy to find out how to start the warming - the pans for cooking are a bit old.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Beautiful retreat
Our family of six had a lovely long weekend here. The Cotswolds villages were very busy, so we opted to spend our time in this delightful, quiet hideaway. Benjamin and Daphne were attentive to details, including fresh flowers. The home is very clean and comfortable and the grounds are beautiful and quiet. A highlight of our time in England. The WiFi and dishwasher must be new because the instructions in the handbook need updating, but those were very minor issues. We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a charming, quiet and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B., Luxembourg, Luxembourg

Magical family getaway
My family: 3 children (aged 10, 8, and 6), husband, and au pair and I stayed here for 4 days in July 2017. The location is ideal, situated among the tallest most beautiful trees. Outside it has a rope swing hanging from one of those majestic trees, as well as a standard swing set, and much to our children's glee - a zip line and trampoline! Inside, the house is just as magical. Filled with window seats with plush cushions, board games, a TV nook, the prettiest kitchen that mixes both historical house and modern convenience and a mud room with a separate washer and dryer. We ended a 2 week European tour in this house and it was just the respite we needed. Woodstock is nearby and with a grocery store and shops and good restaurants. The manager of the house was so very helpful in arranging a birthday dinner for my husband's 40th and answering any questions we might have. The house was also stocked with essentials which was so convenient! This is now in our top 10 favorite places ever and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

DR Hamed A.

Excellent place to stay, highly recommended.
Very nice experience, my family enjoyed the stay, highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Even better than advertised!!! We will return!
This was an all around wonderful experience, that started with a fully stocked welcome basket! The home is perfect. It is British countryside at its best. The home has everything you could need and more. It is very beautifully decorated and has all the amenities you could desire; all up to the highest American kitchen bathroom standards. The staff was gracious and helpful. If you have children the playground out back complete with zip line will keep them busy and smiling. The walks through the property of Blenheim were lazy and wondrous and a nice gastro-pub lunch in Woodstock at the Crown was a perfect reward. We will certainly return to this very special place! The McCarthys, Chestnut HIll MA, USA
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2015

About the host

Hosted by Bernard Fontannaz

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I rent out the Lince Lodge sometimes for holiday lettings, particularly in the summer when I travel. There are so many wonderful things to do here in Woodstock and the surrounding area, I hope you will come and be our guests. Be assured of a warm welcome and check-in where we show you how everything at the Lince works, and tips on how best to enjoy your stay. You will be given a comprehensive book of instructions but also our phone numbers in case of any problems or questions. .

Why they chose this property

The Lince is just utterly magic. It looks like a miniature castle hidden in woodland. Prepare to be completely enchanted - we are - and spoiled rotten. We hope we have thought of everything to ensure that you have a truly decadent stay, with every comfort considered. And if we haven't thought about something, let us know and we'll try to provide it!

What makes this property unique

In the grounds of Blenheim Palace Park and available for holiday rentals.
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