Beautiful Family Home w/ Parking in Central Oxford -Pass the Keys

Just a 15-minute scenic stroll from Oxford’s historic city centre and renowned colleges, this 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom Victorian townhouse features two parking spaces—a rare find in this popular area—and lies just a stone’s throw from vibrant Cowley Road, with its award-winning restaurants, shops, bars, cafés, and more.

Includes: Conservatory & Garden / Smart TVs / Dishwasher / Washer & Dryer / Coffee Machine / American-Style Fridge / 2 x Work Space / Cot & High Chair / Bathtub & Showers

SLEEPING & REFRESHING
Bedroom 1: King Size Bed / Desk & Chair / Ground Floor
Bedroom 2: King Size Bed / Sofa & TV / First Floor / En-suite Bathroom
Bedroom 3: King Size Bed / TV / First Floor
Bedroom 4: Double Bed / Second Floor / En-suite Shower Room
Bedroom 5: Single Bed / Desk & Chair / Second Floor / En-suite Shower Room
*Bedding and hotel quality linen provided*

- Travel cot available for use, bedding and linen not included

WC: WC & Basin / Ground Floor
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, WC & Basin / First Floor
En-suite Bathroom: Bathtub, Walk-In Shower, WC & Basin / First Floor
En-suite Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, WC & Basin / Second Floor (accessible from Bedroom 4 & 5; can be locked on both sides)
*Fresh towels and travel size toiletries provided*

Available for your use:
- Washer + Dryer
- Iron + Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer

CHILLING & EATING
After a long day of sightseeing, kick back on the comfy living room sofa and watch your favourite shows on the Smart TV, with on-demand apps such as Netflix, iPlayer, and Prime. Please use your own login details to access on-demand apps. Terrestrial TV channels are not available.
*WiFi is available throughout the entire property*

Fully-equipped kitchen, including:
- Kettle, Toaster, Microwave
- Oven, Gas Hobs
- American-Style Fridge Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Nespresso Coffee Machine (original pods not provided but can be easily purchased from a local store)
And all the pots, pans, and utensils you’ll need to cook up a storm!

Enjoy your meal or sample a local take away at the dining table
- Highchair available

Make the most of the private, sun-filled back garden on a British summer’s day, complete with apple, plum, and pear trees, in a quintessentially old-English style.

OUT & ABOUT
Fantastic location—just a 2-minute walk to Cowley Road, where you’ll find three of the top five best restaurants in Oxford according to Time Out, music venues, Oxford’s only independent cinema, and everything you need to cover your day-to-day needs: supermarkets, banks, ATM/cash point, petrol station, pharmacy etc.

Of the fabulous restaurants nearby, some of our favourites include Michelin Bib Gourmand-winning gastropub The Magdalen Arms, Arbequina (an intimate Tapas spot), and The Chester Arms, renowned for it's steak platter. Try Hamblin Bread, named as one of the best bakeries in the U.K.

Just a 2-minute walk to South Park, ideal for picnics or jogging, with views of Oxford’s dreaming spires.

More recommendations on places to eat, drink, shop, and visit can be found in the 'Where you'll be' section just below the map.

GETTING AROUND
By foot: A 20-minute scenic stroll over Magdalen Bridge takes you to Oxford’s historic city centre and college grounds.

By bus: Regular bus services run from Cowley Road to the city centre and train station.

Travelling further afield couldn’t be easier with St Clements Street bus stop a 5 minute walk away, offering a reliable 24/7 bus service to London (the excellent OxfordTube) and surrounding airports (TheAirline).

OXFORD CITY CENTRE ATTRACTIONS
Oxford city centre is just a 20-minute walk or easy bus ride away.

Christ Church College and Cathedral – Founded by Henry VIII and featured in numerous films and TV shows, including the Harry Potter franchise. A stunning example of Romanesque and Gothic architecture, and an absolute must-see.

Radcliffe Camera / Bodleian Old Library – One of Oxford’s most iconic landmarks, home to one of Europe’s oldest libraries. Be sure to book a tour in advance to explore the magnificent Baroque dome from within.

The Ashmolean Museum – The world’s first university museum, founded in 1683. Its free collections range from Egyptian mummies to contemporary art. The Rooftop Restaurant offers terrific views of Oxford’s picturesque spires.

Pitt Rivers Museum – Houses over half a million objects from the University’s archaeological and anthropological collections. Part of the neighbouring Natural History Museum complex.

Westgate Oxford – A modern 800,000-square-foot complex of shops, restaurants, and leisure attractions, including a rooftop dining terrace with views across Oxford’s skyline. Highlights include a five-screen Curzon cinema, an escape room, Junkyard Golf, and Flight Club (darts).

Oxford Castle & Prison – A medieval castle later used as a prison. The surviving rectangular St George’s Tower is now believed to pre-date the rest of the castle and served as a watchtower. Climb it for breathtaking 360-degree views of the city’s dreaming spires.

Oxford Botanic Garden – Founded in 1621 as a physic garden for medicinal research, it is the oldest of its kind in Great Britain. Home to over 5,000 plant species, it also boasts a charming riverside café—perfect for watching punts glide by.

Punting – This classic Oxford experience along the River Cherwell or the Isis (the local name for the Thames) is not to be missed! Hire a boat—chauffeured, if you prefer—at the Magdalen Bridge Boathouse.

Oxford River Walks – The River Thames and its tributary, the Cherwell, offer scenic walking routes through Oxford. Popular options include the Thames Path, the riverside walk through Christ Church Meadow, and routes in University Parks. The Oxford Canal provides a tranquil alternative.

Music & Events – Oxford is rich in cultural attractions, from glorious Evensong at Magdalen College to world-class theatre at the New Theatre and Oxford Playhouse. Big-name musicians, comedians, and other performers appear regularly at the O₂ Academy on Cowley Road.

FURTHER AFIELD
Catch a train from Oxford Station, or enjoy the convenience of 24/7 buses to London (Oxford Tube) and nearby airports (The Airline) departing from …

DISCOUNTS
** 20% off ‘Food’ menu at The Alchemist, Westgate, Oxford, for all guests **
Offer not valid on Saturdays - Offer not valid during 25th November - 25th December - All other menus including ‘Bottomless Brunch’, ‘Drinks’ and ‘Christmas’ are excluded.

Guests have full private access to the entire house and garden.

SELF CHECK IN
Check-in time is after 3:00 pm, and check-out time is before 11:00 am.

Please note: A £100.00 fee will be charged for lost keys, broken keys, or key-related call-outs, so please take care with them.

An additional charge will apply if guests check in early, check out late without permission, or fail to return the keys to the key safe upon departure.

CLEANING/ LINEN
The property will be cleaned and prepared with linen and towels for your arrival. Mid-stay cleans are not included, but please get in touch if you would like to book a clean with fresh linen and towels during your stay.

Linen and bedding are not provided for the travel cot; please bring your own if required.

We provide a limited supply of consumables (toilet roll, travel-size shampoo/conditioner, etc.) to help kick-start your stay and will recommend a local store where you can easily purchase more once you have settled in.

SMART TV
Please use your own login details to access on-demand apps. Terrestrial channels are not available on the living room or front bedroom TV.

COFFEE MACHINE
Nespresso Original coffee pods are not provided but can easily be purchased from a nearby store.

PARKING
There are two parking spaces available on the forecourt of the property.

FIREPLACE
The fireplace pictured is not for guest use.

IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi (Previously called Superhog). Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process.

The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID and a credit or debit card. During this process, you may choose between a refundable GBP 500 deposit (plus GBP 10 transaction fee currency equivalent) or purchase a non-refundable damage waiver of GBP 40 (currency equivalent) to cover potential damages during your stay.

Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. If you opted in for a deposit, this will be refunded via credit/debit card after your stay, subject to an inspection of the property. p
Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed