Luxury Riverside Studio with Conservatory and Wharf in the centre of Oxford

Oxford, Oxford
$256 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
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Bath 1

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Sleep 2

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Night 1 nights

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Studio Calendula stands, Venice-like, right over the waters of the Thames. On the lower ground floor, with glass doors onto the river and onto the riverside conservatory, the studio is sunny and light. Ripples of water dance on the ceiling in the wake of boats gliding downstream.

It is the most spacious of the Folly Bridge apartments. It has its own front door and a small private conservatory for outside dining or reclining, fishing or catching crayfish. On winter days you can lounge inside on the love-seat in the sun, reading your book, gazing downstream. Our new wharf allows you to take Gerry's Ferry upstream to the Port Meadow and the ruins of Godstown nunnery or downstream to the Isis pub and Iffley.

Paul du Toit's large acrylic on canvas Seascape hangs above the bed and the small oil painting Vibrations (also by him) hangs in the entrance. In the kitchen area there is a charcoal drawing: Cape Town Street Scene. The studio has Italian stone floors warmed by underfloor heating and a finely woven gabbeh rug. There is superfast fibre optic broadband and a flatscreen TV/DVD.

Folly Bridge House bathrooms are small. Their size is dictated by trying to introduce 21st comfort into a heritage house. So, if a large bathroom is a critical element of your enjoyment, FBH is not for you. They are new, bright with a water softening shower and hairdryer.

The hideaway kitchen is cleverly designed to provide for modern living, almost invisibly: double induction hob, full-sized undercounter fridge with ice box and microwave and all the elegant necessities of city living, including a Nespresso pod Coffee Machine. (A combination convection oven/microwave/grill is available on request). The latest in ventilation systems removes cooking smells, steam and Oxford's notorious damp climate from the apartment, replacing them with fresh, warmed air drawn in from above the trees at a rate of 180 cubic metres per hour.

The house is one of Oxford's iconic buildings. It has 7 self-contained luxury studios (for more information on the whole house search for follybridgehouse). It has been beautifully restored by a potter and a photographer. They describe it as 'eco chic'. Guests can enjoy their collection of modern art and ceramics. A crenellated Victorian tower standing in the River Thames at the point of the original 900 AD oxen ford, it conjures all the romance of the city. This is the spot where Alice in Wonderland was invented by Lewis Carroll. On Folly Bridge, the 13th century philosopher and alchemist Roger Bacon had a tower. From the roof, the River Thames and the dreaming spires of the city spread out before you.

Oxford's most fashionable riverside restaurant, stands across the courtyard. The Folly offers a discount to our guests for dinner.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 226 Sq Ft (21 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator (full Size) Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French Russian
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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Review Review

  • Sarah

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Mar 30, 2025

    A very special spot. Quiet, clean, beautiful view of the river. It's an easy walk into town. I'd definitely stay there again.

  • S H.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    Excellent, grade A location. Central to university travel yet quiet and peaceful on the Folly Bridge island. The person who answered the supplied phone number when I had an issue checking in (all on my end) acted very put-out. Not all listed amenities are free. The refrigerator had a weird smell.The bathroom is mentioned in listing as small that's true. But the only supplied image is of the sink and the layout blueprint cuts off to not include the bathroom. Just know it is smaller than . Unfortunately the shower curtain doesn't fit across the entire opening

  • Suzanne S.

    Submitted Dec 12, 2024

    Stayed Dec 9, 2024

    We were charmed to awaken each morning to the Thames River drifting by while drinking our coffee in bed. The studio is thoughtfully enlivened by art and all that we needed for our short stay was provided. The location is absolutely fantastic. Close in to the city center but far enough for quiet rest.

  • Beth R.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    This was my second stay at Folly Bridge and––hopefully!––far from my last. This time I stayed in the gorgeous riverside studio and could not have been happier. The studio is exquisite, clean and so beautiful. It is bright and spacious, and with everything I needed. I spent hours in the conservatory, working on my writing project, watching the ducks and the boats. My only regret was how brief a stay I had. I can't recommend Folly Bridge highly enough. The care with which the property is maintained and the kindness of the staff makes for a perfect stay. I can't wait to return.

  • Mary A.

    Submitted Jan 11, 2024

    Stayed Jan 4, 2024

    Folly Bridge House is such a unique place to stay! We were able to walk to so many historical sights, stores, restaurants and bus stops. I recommend staying here!

  • Eugenia O.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2023

    Stayed Oct 3, 2023

    This property is a true gem. What an amazing experience - a waterfront unit in a city is not something one gets to experience often! We had an amazing time and greatly enjoyed our stay. Folly Bridge House is a charming, story-book building tucked away from the main road, so there is sense of privacy unusual in such a central location. Yet Folly Bridge House is within easy walking distance of the city center and the University’s main attractions. The caretaking staff are courteous.and helpful, and all our interactions were positive ones. This particular unit is fantastic. Although a basement unit, it is bright and airy. The conservatory is a fantastic place to sit rain or shine. I spent several hours reading while watching the Themes go by and listening to the rain patter on the glass. As the Themes is right outside the door, Ducks, geese, and even the occasional swan would come by looking for food. We picked up some folding chairs and would sit out on the dock, reading and enjoying being on the water. There are only two downsides I think worth mentioning. First, the outdoor steps leading down to the unit can need careful navigation in the dark, but their is an interior entrance as well. Second, as mentioned on the Folly Bridge House website, the bathroom is quite small. However, we found the small size much less of an issue than expected. The water pressure is great and the water is not hard (mineral heavy). We loved our stay and look forward to returning!

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