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Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking

Vacation home near University of Oxford in Oxford

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Oxford, England
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oxford University Museum of Natural History
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, New Theatre Oxford
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Oxford

North Oxford stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this North Oxford vacation home, you'll find University of Oxford and Thames River. St. Anne's College and St. Anthony's College are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ashmolean Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oxford Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 15 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪GAIL's Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Opera Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Browns - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bookbinders - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking

** PRICE IS INCLUSIVE OF ALL VRBO FEES **

Hosted by Short Stay Oxford, this is a beautiful, architect-designed and extended town house with long, landscaped garden and studio/office. Located in Jericho, a ten minute walk to the centre of Oxford for six people in three bedrooms. A separate dressing room can accommodate an extra guest on an occasional single bed making a maximum of seven. Perfect for families, groups or those who appreciate a little more luxury in their stay. Please note that a refundable security deposit of £750 is required to book this property.

Large open plan kitchen/dining room with American fridge freezer, high quality Siemens Appliances and under-floor heating. Comfortable seating and stunning views of the garden and Oxford landmarks beyond.

Double doors lead to carefully landscaped garden with two patio areas, plenty of beautiful planting and views of the Observatory and the Blavatnik School of Government building. Enjoy lounging on the outdoor all weather sofa. Further down the long garden, there is an outdoor dining area at the rear.

A Garden Study/Office at rear of garden, with full internet access, a desk and armchair, has stunning views back towards the house and makes the perfect space for work or rest.

On the lower ground floor, with under-floor heating throughout, there's a spacious Twin bedroom with its own family bathroom and over-bath shower. Next to this is a Utility room and a large Living/ media room with Apple TV, 3D Blu-Ray and 55" TV. This leads to a patio area with plants and table and chairs. Steps lead up to the garden.

On the first floor there is one Kingsize bedroom, with large wardrobe, Smart wall-mounted TV and plenty of space. Further down the landing is the Master Super King/ Twin bedroom with a separate dressing room, with designer furniture, more original artwork and stunning garden views. Luxurious family bathroom with double sink, double-ended bath and separate shower. Relax in the bathtub with views of the sky above you.

There is high speed unlimited internet throughout the house, and a multi-room SONOS audio system. There are Smart HD flat-screen TVs in the media room, kitchen and Kingsize bedroom. Furniture has been beautifully curated, including many designer and high-end pieces to give that boutique hotel feel. Artwork throughout is mostly original or limited edition by local artists.

Off street garage parking for one small compact car available upon request in a nearby street.

Guest access:
Check-in time is 15:00 and Check-out time is 10:00.
Guests can check in with a keypad. Keys are available inside the property or guests can use an app to access the property.

Other things to note:
Shorter bookings may become available on a last minute basis. For bookings longer than 28 days or to make any other enquiry, please message us.

Jericho is a historic suburb of Oxford, a short walk from the city centre with its historic buildings, colleges, museums and shops. The neighbourhood has a range of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, a cinema and bars and has an off-beat vibe. Many roads in Jericho have featured in the TV drama: Inspector Morse and Lewis. We recommend Gail's Bakery on Little Clarendon Street, the Jericho Café and Branca Italian Deli and Restaurant, both at the end of Observatory Street. The train station is just fifteen minutes walk away and the bus station around ten minutes walk.

Oxford is a small city so you can get to most places by walking. The central bus station is located on George Street, from where you can get a bus to the surrounding areas, as well as London and southern airports. The main train station is on New Road and has access to London in about an hour.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please remove any perishable items from the fridge.
Please empty the bins into the garden bin store and leave the house tidy.
Please leave the keys on the kitchen island and lock the door using the keypad.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay in Jericho

The house is perfectly situated for a stay in Oxford. We loved the house itself - well equipped, and plenty of space inside and out. Communication was excellent and we felt very welcome. Being able to stay here undoubtedly enhanced our family holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home in perfect location

I was a guest at 33 Observatory St. in January, February and early March while I was a visiting researcher during Hilary term. The house was perfect for me, my wife and our guests. When we had people over we used the excellent kitchen with two ovens and microwave, dishwasher and convection stove top. We twice had dinners for eight and were able to seat everyone comfortably at a great table by the door to the garden. When we had evenings at home we spent them by the fire in the lovely snug room at the front of the house. The vibrant neighborhood of Jericho was a pleasure as well. Literally two minutes’ walk away were two great cafés, one with a fine deli, plus a great Greek deli and fine Indian restaurant, a superb bistro and a lovely pub. I loved best the separate small house at the bottom of the garden – a ten by ten foot warm writing room with one wall of glass – a perfect retreat which I shall miss very much. Our hostess, Rosie, was tremendously helpful and welcoming. When I return to Oxford I will certainly be in touch with her again.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2023