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Bear and Ragged Staff

28 Appleton Road | Cumnor, Oxford OX2 9QH, England
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Ranked #6 of 71 Oxford B&B and Inns
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013 via mobile

I stay in hotels fairly regularly for work which are typically around the price range of this hotel. I have never had such a fantastic breakfast at a hotel. The pastries are the sort you would only expect at a local bakery. Room was lovely and modern but in a nice old building. The landlord is entertaining in an eccentric... More

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Wales
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013 via mobile

My husband and I stayed here for a night while on a visit to Oxford. Our room was big, comfortable and spotless. The bathroom was lovely, with very nice toiletries supplied for use during our stay. We didn't eat at the bear as the meals seemed a little pricey (we ate in the vine inn just up the road, which... More

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Northampton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We stayed at the Bear and Ragged Staff last night and were so tempted to stay longer. From the minute we walked through the door to the time we left the staff were professional, helpful and friendly. Although there were only two of us we stayed in room 8, the family room. I can truly recommend this room for a... More

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Bromborough, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

We stayed here a couple of months ago just haven't had chance to write the review until now. I can't fault anything, the only fault is ours...that we didn't get there earlier to spend more time there. We arrived evening time and almost missed the food service but they thankfully they squeezed our order through before the kitchen closed. We... More

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Frome, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We spent 2 nights at this extremely comfortable pub/hotel. We were in the Landlords room up behind the bar. The room had been recently refurbished to a high standard. Excellent bathroom which was also nice &warm. Lovely comfy bed with the best linen . The 2 meals we had were not cheap but food excellent , breakfast too was good... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Second visit to Bear and Ragged Staff and the food didn't disappoint. Had lovely pear and blue cheese starter, friend had the kidneys which he said were superb and he would have had it for main course. Main coarse tuna and steak excellent. Service was attentive and proffessional. We also had a look at the rooms which were very tastefully... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

i had a great time. my friend had commented how the restaurant was the seventh best restaurant in oxfordshire and i would go beyond that! great food, good tea, no tea piglets tho, and the whole thing was great! my friend got lost using sat-nav on the way and to be honest he was a chief but we were there... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

Couldn't have asked for better. Fabulous atmosphere, gorgeous rooms and friendly staff. The restaurant was busy on a weekday and the food was extremely tasty. All of the rooms within the original building have been refurbished this year and lovely touches such as the selection of twining teas and cafetiere coffee added to a very pleasant stay. Breakfast was plentiful... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

I would and have already recommended The Bear and Ragged Staff to friends.. A great find, we stayed in room 2 and well what can I say.. Absolutely lovely, clean, modern, stylish with everything you needed.. Rather impressed with fresh filter coffee and fresh milk, first place I've stayed where they provide fresh milk.. Complimentary biscuits and water too.. Bathroom... More

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Stoke Poges, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

This hotel is simply beautiful. The staff are fantastic, the food is very good and the rooms are simply beautiful! The location was perfect for our weekend visiting the beautiful city of Oxford followed by a Bicester shopping trip on the way home only 15 minutes from the hotel. We looked at Malmaison but thought it was too much for... More

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Address: 28 Appleton Road | Cumnor, Oxford OX2 9QH, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > South East England > Oxfordshire > Oxford
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #6 of 71 B&Bs / Inns in Oxford
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Not only does the Bear and Ragged Staff serve fantastic food throughout the day, its conversion to a Country Inn is complete with the opening in December 2012 of the last five of nine rooms. The Bear is now in a position to offer a full suite of services to the discerning traveler whether on business or just looking for a home away from home for a few days.Our food ethos can be summed up very simply, local where possible, absolutely fresh, prepared in our own kitchen. The Bear's food offering can best be described as eclectic, mainly British food, prepared with loving care and attention in well equipped kitchens, beautifully presented and served by well trained floor staff. And all this with a wine list carefully selected for quality and value. ... more   less 
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