The Riverside Garden

The Riverside Garden: Northamptonshire

Nestled along the River Nene, this Grade II listed building offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Oxfordshire. Right on the river bank, this traditional mill house dates all the way back to the 18th century, boasting plenty of English charm thanks to large bay windows and green gardens.

Speaking of the garden, this is a lovely spot to enjoy your morning coffee and watch the swans glide along the water. Once you're feeling refreshed and ready to explore, head into the local village to admire the thatched-roof cottages and quaint churches, or take the dog for a walk through the rich woodland of Bernwood Forest. Of course, no trip to Oxfordshire would be complete without a trip to the prestigious Oxford Univeristy – the Botanic Garden in particular makes for a relaxing afternoon.

However you choose to pass the time, you'll always have a cosy home to come back to. Summer evenings were made for barbecues on the patio, followed by a glass of wine around the fire pit. When the weather turns chilly, head indoors to cosy up with a cup of cocoa in front of the fireplace, followed by a bubble bath in the beautiful roll-top tub.

Home truths:
*This home is spread out across two floors with no internal lift

*There's free parking available on the premises here

*Your host welcomes well-behaved dogs – breed and weight restrictions apply, so please check with your host before your stay

*You'll have your own private entrance here

*You'll have the whole home to yourself here, so there won't be any other guests using the garden

*There's an unfenced river in the garden here, so children will need to be supervised at all times

*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace