Short Let Space is a vacation rental company managing over 120 cottages, apartments and holiday homes in the Oxford and Cotswolds. We have a great team of holiday cottage professionals who have lived in the area for a combined number of 60 years and are more than happy to share their knowledge and advice on where to explore, whether you are here for a holiday, working, or studying. We are here to look after you before, during and after your stay. We operate to high standards of property care. We require full electrical, gas and other safety certificates to be updated annually by the owners. Our friendly bookings and client support team are on hand to help you before and during your stay and our platoon of housekeepers and handymen and women who keep our holiday cottages in tip top condition. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful cottages and apartments.

The Byre is a beautifully converted one-bedroom barn tucked away in the picturesque village of Mollington, Oxfordshire, offering a wonderfully characterful retreat with all the comforts of home. Nestled within the grounds of a traditional farmstead on Church Road, this cosy cottage combines original period charm — exposed brick walls, oak beams and a classic stable-style front door — with thoughtfully updated, contemporary interiors. Inside, the accommodation has a warm, welcoming feel throughout. The bright living room features comfortable sofas, a flat-screen TV and charming farmyard-inspired artwork, while a separate well-equipped kitchen with colourful mosaic tiling and terracotta floors provides everything needed for self-catering. The double bedroom sits beneath original oak beams and is dressed with quality linen and hotel-style towels, with an en-suite shower room finished in crisp white with a decorative tile border. Outside, a private gravel courtyard and seating area with table, chairs and parasol make for a lovely spot to relax in fine weather, enclosed by traditional stone walls. Located just minutes from Banbury and with straightforward access to the M40, The Byre is ideally placed for both leisure guests exploring the north Oxfordshire countryside and the Cotswolds, and professionals or contractors working in the wider area. A characterful countryside retreat, full of charm and perfectly placed for work or leisure.

Distances to Local Towns Banbury – approx. 4 miles / 10 minutes' drive Brackley – approx. 11 miles / 20 minutes' drive Bicester – approx. 21 miles / 30 minutes' drive Oxford city centre – approx. 24 miles / 35 minutes' drive Stratford-upon-Avon – approx. 18 miles / 30 minutes' drive Woodstock – approx. 15 miles / 25 minutes' drive Chipping Norton – approx. 14 miles / 25 minutes' drive Banbury Train Station – approx. 4 miles / 10 minutes' drive M40 Junction 11 (Banbury) – approx. 5 miles / 10 minutes' drive Nearest Groceries Tesco Extra, Banbury – approx. 10 minutes' drive Sainsbury's, Banbury – approx. 10 minutes' drive M&S Food, Banbury – approx. 10 minutes' drive Lidl & Aldi, Banbury – approx. 10–12 minutes' drive Local farm shops and village stores in surrounding villages for fresh produce Nearest Shops Banbury town centre – high street shops, independent stores, cafés and services (10 mins) Castle Quay Shopping Centre, Banbury – retail, restaurants and leisure (10 mins) Bicester Village – designer outlet shopping (approx. 30 mins) Retail parks in Banbury – supermarkets, DIY, homeware and everyday essentials Nearest Restaurants & Pubs Wide choice of restaurants, gastro pubs and cafés in Banbury town centre The Swan Inn, Swalcliffe – traditional English country pub (approx. 10 mins) The Wykham Arms, Sibford Gower – award-winning village pub and restaurant (approx. 10 mins) Takeaway and delivery options available from Banbury Distances to Hospitals & Business Parks Horton General Hospital, Banbury – approx. 4 miles / 10 minutes' drive John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford – approx. 35 minutes' drive Banbury Business Park – approx. 10 minutes' drive Silverstone Circuit & technology hub – approx. 20 minutes' drive Bicester Heritage – approx. 30 minutes' drive Heyford Park – approx. 20 minutes' drive Places to Visit & Things to Do Broughton Castle –...