Oxford Shark House, Central Headington - 10 Guests

Oxfordshire

Located in Oxfordshire, this vacation home in the heart of England sleeps up to 10 guests in 4 double bedrooms, with 3 en suite. The property is a stylish double fronted Victorian house with a unique sculpture in the roof, known as the Shark House. The house is deep cleaned between stays and complies with current COVID-19 regulations. It is situated 1.5 miles from Oxford city centre, with excellent bus services available.

The kitchen is well-equipped with modern amenities such as a dishwasher, gas hob, electric fan oven, kettle, and large toaster. There is a garden room and private walled rear garden, as well as off-street parking for one car at the rear of the house. Additional parking may be arranged for a small charge. The house is close to Universities, hospitals, and the M40 to London, making it an ideal location for visitors to Oxford.

The Shark House features a 25ft long fibreglass and steel sculpture of a shark crashing through the roof, which gained national and international attention. The sculpture was erected without planning permission and sparked a six-year battle to keep it. The themes of opposition to military intervention and war, censorship, and government control are central to the story of the Shark House. The sculpture serves as a symbol of unexpected change and the fragile nature of stability.

The house is located in Headington, a vibrant community close to Oxford city centre. The Churchill, John Radcliffe, and Nuffield Hospitals are nearby, as well as the main campuses of the University of Oxford and Oxford Brookes University. The property is within walking distance of bus routes to London and London airports, as well as traditional pubs, cafes, and supermarkets in Headington. Overall, the Shark House offers a unique and memorable stay in Oxfordshire, with a rich history and modern amenities for guests to enjoy.

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