Shipton Cottage Bruern
Bruern, CotswoldsOverview
A single-storey Cotswold barn
Shipton Cottage is one of the renowned Bruern Cottages in the heart of the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire. Converted from a traditional long, low Cotswold stone barn, it combines rural character with practical, spacious living. Its entirely single-level layout makes it ideal for guests with reduced mobility, while still offering the warmth and charm expected of a classic country cottage.
Highlights
What makes it special
Single-level, step-free throughout
Converted from a long, low stone barn, the cottage is entirely on one level with no internal steps anywhere.
Open-plan living and kitchen
A generous open-plan drawing room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen, light and well proportioned for shared meals.
Three en-suite bedrooms
One double and two twin rooms, each with its own en-suite bath or shower room for privacy across the group.
Orchard garden with apple trees
A large orchard garden of apple trees, lawn and flowering borders, with a barbecue for dining outdoors.
Shared play corner
A children's play corner with seesaw and swings, shared with neighbouring Bookers Cottage.
Full access to Bruern's facilities
Guests have use of Bruern's spa, gym, indoor heated pool and tennis court, plus on-site bikes and a games room.
Inside the home
Where every room tells a story
About the space
An orchard garden with apple trees and swings
Inside
The cottage opens into a generous open-plan drawing room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen, creating a sociable and comfortable environment for families or groups of friends. The space is light and well proportioned, designed for relaxed meals, conversation and evenings by the fire. There are three bedrooms in total: one double and two twin rooms. Each bedroom benefits from its own en-suite bath or shower room, ensuring comfort and privacy for all guests. The absence of stairs throughout the property allows for easy access across all living and sleeping areas.
Outside
Shipton Cottage enjoys a large orchard garden with apple trees, lawn and flowering borders, along with a barbecue for outdoor dining. A children’s play corner with seesaw and swings is shared with neighbouring Bookers Cottage. Guests have full access to Bruern’s shared estate facilities, including the spa, gym, indoor heated swimming pool and tennis court. The estate also offers a games room, children’s play area and Wendy house, on-site bikes, spa treatments, daily cleaning and newspapers on request, and the Parents’ Peace of Mind Kit with cots, highchairs, stair gates and toy boxes available free of charge. Bruern holds England’s Gold Award in recognition of its exceptional standards.
Where you’ll be and what to do
Shipton Cottage sits within four acres of beautifully maintained gardens at Bruern, surrounded by classic Cotswold countryside along the River Evenlode. The estate provides a peaceful rural setting while remaining well positioned for exploring nearby villages, historic market towns and the wider Cotswolds.
The Cotswolds