Folly Bridge House

This is a truly special place! Full of beautiful views - onto the river and lots of art to look at, too! Very kind people who have put a lot of thought into the little details! I would always visit again!

My 2-month stay in Studio Papaver was extremely enjoyable and comfortable, and I had all the facilities I needed (private bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, storage space, access to a washing machine & dryer) and more. The location is beautiful (and you can enjoy the view from the balcony of this studio), and Estera was such a welcoming and friendly host. I would recommend this accommodation without any hesitation.

Folly Bridge House is a delightful place for a longer stay in Oxford. My studio apartment (Studio Iris) was marvelously decorated with the owners' gorgeous art collection. It had a lovely little kitchen, adequate storage space for all my things, and an excellently comfortable bed. A compact private bathroom with an excellent shower was just across the hall. The garden is beautiful and the fresh flowers throughout the house give it a very special atmosphere. Location-wise, it is wonderfully close to the centre of Oxford but the position on an island makes it feel like a retreat (and if you like to run or walk, it's super convenient for the towpaths!) I stayed in August-September 2021 for a seven-week visiting research fellowship and would highly recommend it to other scholars who are resident for short terms in Oxford.

Folly Bridge House is the ideal place for anyone who seeks to return from academic pursuits to a peaceful, beautifully decorated apartment in one of Oxford's unique locations. As a Visiting Fellow I appreciated being able to have libraries and departmental work space within walking distance. The owner has managed to furnish the studios with all the required necessities and the high-quality furnishings are beautifully complemented by pieces from her art collection. As a marathon runner I enjoyed my daily morning runs along the Thames Path and around Christ Church Meadow, watching the rowers from different Colleges train hard provided the extra energy to go the distance, and occasionally stopping to watch the ducks and geese get into a noisy fight. This place is truly an oasis, tucked away on the island and will surely delight anyone who doesn't just want a place to stay"

I stayed at Folly Bridge House for three months this winter. I recommend it highly to anyone looking for a serene and beautiful place to say. Studio Rosa was lovely and very comfortable. The tiny kitchen was equipped with everything needed to make simple meals for one person. The location, surrounded by the river with the Thames Path and Christ Church meadow at hand was a constant delight. The owners and housekeeper couldn't have been more welcoming. In sum, I enjoyed my stay very much indeed.

I spent 3 months at a lower unit in FBH and would highly recommend it without any reservation to anyone who wants a central location but a quiet place with walking distance to all that Oxford offers. FBH sits on an island and every window offers a view of the river. Thames pathway along the river is next door and is a lovely walk/bike pathway to start one's day or just to stroll. My place was spacious and perfect for one person. Catriona and Estera were lovely people and available if needed. Overall, I was very satisfied and would stay there again.

My husband and I were moving to Oxford - frantically trying to find a place to temporarily stay while we looked for something a bit more permanent and through my search, I found Folly Bridge House! I could not have asked for a better place to start our time in Oxford. We stayed in Studio Melissa which had everything we needed. We were lucky enough to stay for a month and would highly recommend this place. Catriona was extremely accommodating. You also CANNOT beat the view and the location. Wish we stayed longer!

Absolutely loved Folly Bridge House. Catriona and Kevan were wonderful hosts, really helpful, caring and interesting. We were very comfortable and the views were truly amazing. We could lie in bed and watch the Thames flow by on either side of us (yes, really). Folly Bridge House is ideally located for central Oxford. We couldn't have found a better place to stay.

Folly Bridge House is a delightful, unique space right by the centre of Oxford. The stunning building is very striking, and the inside couldn't be more clean, artistic and tastefully decorated. The room I stayed in was spotless and the bathroom, though small in size, had everything you could need, including a great mirror and a powerful shower. The view over the river was amazing to wake up to every day, and the balcony made the perfect place for breakfast in the sun; it felt very special to stay on this little island in the Thames and enjoy the peace and quiet. Can't wait to come back!

Magnificent building, both the exterior and interior. I couldn't have been happier or more comfortable. Sorry to leave and eager to return as soon as I can.I stayed in Studio Rosa, a small studio but big enough to settle comfortably. I had views of the courtyard and the river. A brisk 10-15 minute walk got me to the Radcliffe Camera and the Sheldonian with coffee shops and delicious eateries along the way. Folly Bridge House is minutes from Christ Church Meadow––and just across from the Head of the River which provided a wonderful place to meet with friends for a drink or some food while watching the life on the river. Can't recommend Folly Bridge House highly enough.