Brook & Brick

Brook & Brick: Oxfordshire

A four minute drive away from the stunning Soho Farmhouse, another gem is waiting to be discovered in the picturesque town of Sandford St Martin. Bordering the incredibly scenic Cotswolds National Landscape, cycling and hiking is within easy access and guided walks are a safe and easy way to explore the area, but it’s this home that’s the real star of the show.

Built sometime in the 1700s, you can see the period’s influence in the exposed brickwork and although it has been modernised, the chosen furnishings pay homage to the home's origins, creating a homely atmosphere with a lot of heart. You’ll love unwinding in front of the fire in the snug room. Sprawl out on the green velvet sofa or get comfortable reading in the window nook – the latter is recommended if it happens to be raining whilst you’re there.

Wander into the kitchen whenever you’re feeling peckish and take a seat under the skylights to enjoy a cup of coffee. The statement wood ceiling is one of our favourite things about this home, but if you’d like to see another, you can exit through the doors to your left and have your drink alfresco in the garden instead. Unwind as the children run around the generous garden. Eat, sunbathe, picnic by the brook, and stargaze out here knowing that you can return inside and kindle fire whenever it gets a little too nippy.

Visit Chipping North – a ten-minute drive away – and pretty Cotswold villages like Bledington and Kingham. Go for a walk around the area and stop at one of the pubs along the way to have a quintessentially British pint and bite to eat.

Home truths:
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay
*There is unrestricted free on-street parking here
*While the home can sleep up to eight people, the maximum occupancy is six guests
*One well-behaved dog is welcome to accompany you during your stay, but must be kept downstairs
*Hen and stag parties are not allowed at this home
*This home is spread over two floors, with no internal lift
*You'll have your own private entrance here
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*There's an unfenced brook in the garden here, so children will need to be supervised at all times
*Your host asks that you leave muddy wellies in the porch