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Buff Lodge

Buff Lodge

4.9
out of 5
Ratings from 11 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.8
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.6
Customer
Service
5.0

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Buff Lodge lies in the pretty Oxfordshire village of Tackley, bringing a multitude of fabulous Cotswolds attractions within easy reach. This charming cottage sits within a peaceful courtyard, with its sibling, Timber Lodge just across the way. The spacious ground floor encompasses an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area along with an elegant bedroom and a bathroom. Upstairs you’ll find a charming second bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Spend your days enjoying countryside walks, the Oxford Canal towpath is close by, and the Oxfordshire Way trail runs through nearby Kirtlington and exploring the beautiful Cotswolds. Woodstock, Blenheim Palace, and the ancient university city of Oxford are all on your doorstep, giving you the best of both worlds.

Good central location

Review submitted on Tue, 17 Dec 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stayed for two nights in the cottage to tour the Cotswolds. We arrived a couple of hours early and Lisa was ready for us. The cottage was lovely, clean tidy and comfortable with all mod cons. Milk tea and coffee was a nice added touch. All the villages we visited were within a half hour drive and buses or train to the centre of Oxford are right on the doorstep. All in all a great place to stay.



Beautiful house

Review submitted on Sat, 02 Nov 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Buff lodge is an amazing little house perfect for our family of 4. Super clean and in a lovely villiage perfect for exploring the Cotswold's.
Little starter.kit of tea and coffee lovely touch too.
Will definitely come back next time we visit the Cotswolds.



A pleasant break in the Oxfordshire countryside

Review submitted on Mon, 21 Oct 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Buff Lodge was easy to find and with off road parking. The cottage was very clean and tidy, with a well equipped kitchen and was in a quiet location. It was also close to the railway station and not far from the Oxford Canal Path. Lisa the owner was very helpful.



A Convenient, Comfortable and Cosy Cottage

Review submitted on Sun, 22 Sep 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 nights at Buff Lodge.
The building retains much of the ambience of its former use, I’m guessing to buff the barley for the production of ale. It stands in the grounds on a former pub after all.
We found the conversion to be sympathetic and attractive.
The sitting room was delightful, furnished with two squishy sofas ,coffee tables, and attractive table lamps.
Beds were very comfortable and both the bathroom and en-suite were immaculately clean with lots of hot water and a plentiful supply of towels including the traditional but hard to find bath sheets.
The kitchen was well equipped for preparing an evening meal after our days out in Oxford.
(The addition of a coffee machine would be a great addition ahead of my next visit !)
We visited the city by bus which has a convenient stop just a two minute walk from The Lodge. They run about every hour, terminating just opposite The former Randolph Hotel a 2 minute walk to the Ashmolean. Scheduled journey time is 40 minutes but there are inevitable traffic jams of course.
We had made an appointment in the print room to view some Pre Raphaelite prints, cartoons and sketches one morning which was pure joy ! Museum staff were wonderfully generous with their time and knowledge.
We had glorious weather during our stay and the beautiful courtyard garden was a delightful place to sit with coffee or your favourite tipple and listen to the birds,
As much thought has gone into designing this little space as it has to the interior. Both had been prepared to the highest standards for our arrival.
We enjoyed a sunny afternoon lunch at The Trout Inn Wolvercote, famous for its riverside shots of Morse & Lewis of course. It’s a very beautiful spot.
Tackley is lovely and the locals are friendly.
Everything is very easy at The Lodge, parking included and you will be sure of a warm welcome from Lisa.
The agency was easy to work with and their description of the accommodation was accurate and well represented on their website.
We hope to return.



Woodstock Wedding

Review submitted on Tue, 17 Sep 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Short 2-night stay in the beautiful Cotswold village of Tackley. Very convenient for a family wedding in Woodstock, visit to Clarkson's pub, The Farmer's Dog, walk around Oxford and a punt on the river.

The accommodation is spotlessly clean, nicely furnished, comfortable and tranquil and quiet.

We stayed with our daughter and her fiancé – perfect for four people.



A little haven of luxury in the centre of things to do and places to see

Review submitted on Sat, 14 Sep 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Buff Lodge provides everything you need for a comfortable stay away from home. We were lucky to be able to use the patio, in the Autumnal sunshine. Everything was as expected, and the kitchen had all utensils needed to make some special meals after a busy day touring in the area. The beds and bathrooms provided comfort for a good nights' sleep, and the surroundings were lovely and peaceful. Lisa was so friendly, and gave us details of the local bakery / shop, and we found some lovely bread and cake there. Sadly, the church on the hill was closed for renovation, so we'll have to return to view inside. The local pub was also shut and up for sale, but hopefully will find some new owners who will make something of it for when we revisit - hopefully. The village is great for walking around, and the Station is such a bonus.



Brilliant Buff Lodge

Review submitted on Mon, 17 Jun 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We really enjoyed our week at Buff Lodge in Tackley with plenty of walks from the door long or short.Excellent bus service and even a train station just down the road.Would highly recommend a stay in Buff Lodge



Warm and welcoming

Review submitted on Thu, 13 Jun 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Having visited the property once before, it felt like coming home. Lisa the owner is very welcoming and friendly. Although we use it primarily as a base to visit relatives it is well placed For Blenheim Palace, Oxford and the Cotswolds.




Overall good

Review submitted on Wed, 27 Mar 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Both the bath and shower were very slippery. Safety mat necessary.
Instructions book could have been better.



Bolthole Retreats replied 278 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent stay at Buff Lodge. We are disappointed to read your feedback and we have shared your points with the owner. The owner wishes that you had asked for a safety mat during your stay as they would have been very happy to provide one for you, also we will have a look at the welcome guide.

Effortless stay in Tackley

Review submitted on Fri, 15 Mar 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Buff Lodge was welcoming, impeccably clean, well-equipped and well-located. Effortless place to stay for a long weekend, although given the size, parking and facilities if you're up to 4 people, would be easy to stay longer. Lisa was welcoming and keeps the place SPOTLESS. Couldn't recommend more.



Lovely Little Hideaway

Review submitted on Mon, 23 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Buff Lodge is a lovely two bed cottage perfectly situated for visiting Oxford and the Cotswolds. The property was clean and well-appointed. We were having a short break and planned to spend all our time in Oxford so did not really 'use' the kitchen that much but it was obvious that everything was supplied that you might need.
We chose to use the Park & Ride to get into Oxford but you are also 0.3 miles along the lane to the railway station which would be a great option not to take a car into the city.
The beds were extremely comfortable and proper sized bath sheets were provided.
We felt that a few lamps in the sitting are would have made the ambience better as there are only ceiling lights currently. And lights in general need checking on changeover as the light above the en suite bathroom mirror was not working. There is also a prize for anyone who works out how to turn on the under cupboard lights in the kitchen! It defeated us.
Overall we were very happy with our stay and would happily have stayed longer. We were there in the run up to Storm Babet so a wet stay but the little courtyard garden would have been a perfect spot for a glass of wine in good weather. Thankfully the cottage has a very responsive heating system which made the cottage very cosy within minutes of us returning each evening.
Seriously recommend the Indian Delivery from Ovisher, Kidlington. Perfect for first night supper.