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Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking

Vacation home near University of Oxford in Oxford

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A two-story house with a white facade, a visible chimney, and a small garden area with a patio and seating.
A modern living room with a sofa, red chairs, a table, and a colorful abstract painting.
A hallway with a dark door marked with the number 33, leading to a room.
A street view with The Jericho Café, a fully licensed bistro, and adjacent businesses.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in sink, and a pendant light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Oxford, England
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Anne's College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashmolean Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Oxford

North Oxford stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this North Oxford vacation home, you'll find University of Oxford and River Thames. 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 miles
  • St. Anne's College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ashmolean Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oxford University Museum of Natural History - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pierre Victoire - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jericho Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Al-Andalus - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Opera Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪GAIL's Bakery - ‬7 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

Unmatched Luxury in the Heart of Oxford, hosted by Short Stay Oxford!

Welcome to our stunning architect-designed townhouse, where contemporary style meets exceptional comfort in vibrant Jericho—celebrated as Oxford’s best location.

Steps away from delightful independent cafes, restaurants and a 10 minute walk from the city centre, we can accommodate up to 6 guests across 3 beautifully appointed bedrooms, plus a luxurious dressing room.

Please note: a refundable security deposit of £750 is required to book this property.

The space:
Your Home Away from Home

Step into the expansive open-plan kitchen and dining area, featuring high-quality Siemens appliances, an American fridge freezer, and cozy under-floor heating. Double doors open to a beautifully landscaped 100ft south-facing garden, complete with an all-weather outdoor sofa and a dining area perfect for al fresco meals.

At the rear of the garden, you’ll find a modern garden studio/office equipped with full internet access, making it an ideal space for work or relaxation.

On the lower ground floor, enjoy the warmth of under-floor heating throughout, including a spacious Super King/Twin bedroom, a family bathroom with bath and shower, and a cozy living/media room featuring Apple TV, 3D Blu-Ray, and a 55" Smart TV.

The first floor boasts a luxurious Kingsize bedroom (with TV) and another Super King/Twin bedroom, complemented by a separate dressing room. An additional guest can be hosted on an occasional bed in the dressing room if required.

The family bathroom on this level is a true retreat, featuring a double sink, a double-ended bath, and a separate shower.

Exceptional Amenities

Stay connected with high-speed unlimited internet throughout the house, and enjoy your favourite music with a multi-room SONOS audio system, ensuring entertainment is always at your fingertips.

Our home is filled with beautifully curated furniture, including designer and high-end pieces that create a boutique hotel ambiance. You’ll also find original and limited-edition artwork by local artists, adding a unique touch to your stay.

Convenient Parking

For your convenience, off-street garage parking for one small compact car is available upon request in a nearby street.

Book your stay today and immerse yourself in the luxury and charm of Oxford, all while enjoying the vibrant community and cultural offerings of Jericho.

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.

Earlier check-outs are available for those wishing to stay for shorter stays.

Last minute short bookings may benefit from a discount.

Other things to note
Parking is available for a small car only in a garage in a nearby street.

The train station is just fifteen minutes walk away and the bus station around ten minutes walk.

For bookings longer than 28 days or to make any other enquiry, please message us.

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.4 mi (20-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking to downtown Oxford?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Oxford.

Observatory Retreat: Luxury Jericho Townhouse with Parking Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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