Old Swan in Witney, England

The Old Swan holds 5 stars from Visit England and sits in 60 acres of woodland and orchards. The late medieval inn dates back over 600 years, has a riverside location, and is surrounded by weeping willows and calm waters. The grounds include a croquet lawn, fishing, and the Garden Spa with thermal facilities.

The Old Swan offers refurbished rooms decorated with luxurious fabrics. Family rooms and pet-friendly accommodations come with pet baskets and bowls. Luggage storage, express check-in/check-out, and a 24-hour front desk are available.

The Old Swan's bar and dining room has exposed beams and an outside terrace. Breakfast includes an apothecary-style breakfast service, and the kitchen offers special diet menus. Packed lunches, room service, wine, and champagne are available.

The Garden Spa has thermal facilities for relaxation. The 60-acre grounds provide croquet, fishing, cycling, hiking, and table tennis. A tennis court and tennis equipment are available, along with an outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and BBQ facilities.

Witney is 10 minutes away, and Oxford city centre is a 30-minute drive. The hotel is 27 miles from Cheltenham and a few minutes from the A40. Witney Lakes Golf Course, historic Oxford sights, and local walking paths are within easy reach.

Accolades: 5 stars from Visit England

Grounds: 60 acres of woodland and orchards

Dining: Apothecary-style breakfast service

Spa: Garden Spa with thermal facilities

Activities: Croquet lawn, fishing, cycling, hiking, tennis

Location: 10 minutes to Witney, 30 minutes to Oxford

Pets: Pet-friendly rooms with pet baskets and bowls