Bring furry pals for the ulti-mutt in city-centre escapes by booking a break at his impressive Oxford retreat. Perfectly designed for large families or groups of friends, it’s full of luxuries, conveniently close to shops and restaurants and – best of all – has an enclosed courtyard where hounds can stretch their legs.
This vibrant townhouse combines historic character with impressive modern conveniences. Follow your pups into the inviting lounge, where bold patterns, deep sofas and a smart TV create a relaxed setting for film nights, board games or simply catching up on your day’s adventures. Stroll into the butler’s pantry, a great space for storing pet food, and through to the exceptional kitchen, which includes two dishwashers, a boiling-water tap and a bean-to-cup coffee machine. The dining table sits beside the courtyard doors for easy indoor/outdoor dining. Kiss your pals goodnight and head upstairs, where you’ll find four spacious and beautifully styled bedrooms, each featuring a super-king-size bed, Smart TV and handsome en-suite with a free-standing bath and separate shower. To the front, the enclosed courtyard garden (shared with the neighbouring property) has several seating spots where you can enjoy al fresco drinks or snacks as your hounds sniff and play in the fresh air.
Take your mutts to the dog-friendly eateries of Oxford, many of which are within 0.5 miles. Your furry friends are also welcome on the hop-on, hop-off city bus tours, boat trips on the Thames, and even that quintessential Oxford experience of punting on the Cherwell. For an off-lead run, Botley Park is dog-friendly and just over 0.5 miles away. Further afield, spectacular Blenheim Palace (8.5 miles) allows dogs on leads in its park, gardens and grounds.