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Bear and Ragged Staff

4.0 star property
Oxford inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Double Room (Accessible by a steep stair case) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Double Room (Accessible by a steep stair case) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Located in a charming setting, Bear and Ragged Staff offers a warm welcome with its garden and playground. Guests can savor local cuisine at the on-site restaurant, unwind at the bar or connect to in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Luggage storage
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Double Room (Accessible by a steep stair case) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Accessible by a steep stair case)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds (Accessible by a steep stair case) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Accessible by a steep stair case)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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King Room (Accessible by stairs, some steep and some wide and flat stairs) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room (Accessible by stairs, some steep and some wide and flat stairs)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
28 Appleton Road, Cumnor, Oxford, England, OX2 9QH

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Oxford Castle - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Christ Church College - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Bodleian Library - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 17 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 66 min drive
  • Oxford Parkway Station - 15 min drive
  • Abingdon Radley Station - 17 min drive
  • Witney Hanborough Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Vine Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • The Bear & Ragged Staff
  • ‪The Perch - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Bear and Ragged Staff

When you stay at Bear and Ragged Staff, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Thames River and University of Oxford. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Playground

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International

Also known as

Bear Ragged Staff
Bear Ragged Staff Inn
Bear Ragged Staff Inn Oxford
Bear Ragged Staff Oxford
Ragged Bear
Bear and Ragged Staff Inn
Bear and Ragged Staff Oxford
Bear and Ragged Staff Inn Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Does Bear and Ragged Staff offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bear and Ragged Staff does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Bear and Ragged Staff?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Bear and Ragged Staff?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bear and Ragged Staff?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Bear and Ragged Staff and nearby?

Bear and Ragged Staff has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Bear and Ragged Staff?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.

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Bear and Ragged Staff Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Food
Breakfast
Restaurant
Location
Pub
Bed
Bathroom
Shower
Bar

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were described as wonderful, tasty, amazing, and probably the best veggie breakfast ever. (12 reviews)
  • The restaurant served delicious food with a nice selection and daily specials, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful old Inn that’s been very well Preserved. Great food and lodging!
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room, Food...everything very nice
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in beautiful village.

Excellent stay in all respects; comfortable, spacious room, spotlessly clean, comfortable bed, easy parking, excellent breakfast and service. Can recommend and would definitely stay again.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was wonderful from the welcome we got when we arrived to our departure
john, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thanks so much for a great stay! A beautiful grade two listed building, super friending and welcoming staff which was really appreciated, we'll be visiting again soon!
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hospitality!
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazingly helpful and friendly staff, beautiful room, fantastic restaurant. If you are wanting a hotel close to the scenic Cotswolds area I highly recommend!
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An excellent pub with rooms. The staff were all extremely helpful and friendly and we couldn't fault the service at all. The rooms are very comfortable and well equipped. Would definitely recommend this place.
Lucy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant place to stay for a birthday treat

Enjoyed the whole experience, service was relaxed, staff friendly, food good. Bright spacious room
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Hotel. Room was spotless and very comfortable. Evening meal was delicious, especially the Parsnip soup it was the best I've ever tasted. Staff were lovely & welcoming. Look forward to staying again.
Stuart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bed and shower were great. People were lovely, food was delicious. We were even provided a late check in and were very grateful.
Becca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended

I booked a couple of rooms here, one in the period part and one in the purpose built section. Both rooms were absolutely immaculate with everything provided that we could need. The service and care from staff was top end professional level hospitality, with particular thanks to Ronan and team
Elisabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was an amazing place to stay, breakfast was delicious, the only thing that let it down was we had no hot water in the morning, we had to shower in cold water, it certainly woke us up :)
Jo, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A comfortable room in a quiet location. Didn’t have time for breakfast on this trip but maybe next time
Lindsey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent! Just wish I was staying for pleasure rather than work!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely stunning village, property was well maintained and unique. Beautiful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Staff were friendly and extremely accommodating. Highly recommend.
Mattias, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing night, but...

Absolutely great place, working locally, everything 5stars, only downside was a fire alarm at 4am, faulty sensors apparently, and my amazing nights sleep was cut short. Would return for everything else though, food, room, and staff all great.
MR, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really nice building. Food and drink prices slightly above average Chair in my room was too low to use and it had a 'shabby chic' look but was too much shabby. TV in the room not all free view channels. Service in the pub could be a bit slow for how many people were there.
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was well above our expectations being roomy, well appointed all while having features of the 400 year old building. All the staff were very pleasant however the two duty managers, Rohan and Dayton went over and above. Hands down the best customer service experience we have ever had.
Kristie, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Lovely for an overnight stop

A lovely location and beautiful looking building. Rooms are in keeping with the building and clean, tea, coffee etc all lovely, nice towels & bedding - the room itself just needed a bit of tlc - radiator not working (portable heater provided instead) shower extremely hard to regulate temperature and not able to single handedly hold the head and shower, bed support broken on one side.. Service was fantastic however and restaurant lovely and we all did get a good sleep.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oxford Adventure

Unfortunately in the evening there were issues in the kitchen so food was delayed. Room was decorated beautifully but it needs some extra lighting.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay at the Bear and Ragged Staff and also the lunch we had when we arrived. The staff were courteous and efficient and this property is situated in a beautiful village within easy reach of Oxford. My only small complaint was the size of the bed. We had booked a King room which I thought would include a 5 foot wide bed, but it was only a standard size which was not what we are used to. However, overall we had a very pleasant stay.
Vivien, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mycket trevligt boende

Trevligt hotell dit vi gärna återvänder. Egen bil eller taxi behövs om man vill besöka Oxford stad men detta är en oas att bo på.
Jenny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming in. Clean, quiet, and comfortable. Good restaurant and friendly helpful staff. Great breakfast. Convenient to sites and attractions.
Joseph, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The most welcoming people. We turned up with our fur baby and she was absolutely spoilt, dog bed, bowls, treats and a ball. Food was fabulous. Highly recommended ! Will definitely book there again. Thank you to all staff
M L, 1-night trip