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"Gardens of a Golden Afternoon" in the style of Gertrude Jekyll; a 2-hour garden with shrubs, perennials and herbs. Jeanne Bliss Landscape Designer and Lecturer, Oxford and California. A Garden Guide. Please tel.: 01865 515379, e-mail: jeannebliss@yahoo.com.
Town and Country Trees: arboricultural contractors; modern arboricultural techniques; local authority approved; safeguarded by full Public Liability insurance. Free advice and quotations. Tel.: 0845 458 2980 or 07976 261850 (mobile).
Big or small, we ship it all, plus free pick up anywhere in Oxford. Also 24-hour photocopying, private mailing addresses (24-hour access, and mail forwarding world-wide), binding, fax bureau, colour photocopying, mailing services, and much more. Contact or visit Mail Boxes Etc., 266 Banbury Rd., Oxford. Tel.: 01865 514655, fax: 514656, e-mail: summertown@020.mbe.uk.com, also at: 94 London Rd., Oxford. Tel.: 01865 741729, fax: 01865 742431, e-mail: staff@mbeheadington.co.uk.
Horological services for your ailing apparatus. Thirty years of expertise in all types of clocks and barometers, of which many of these have been restored for the University over the years. Quotations are free. All work is fully guaranteed. Please phone Paul Carroll, Oxford Longcase Clocks on 01865 779660.
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Responsible American lady, non-smoker, doing research at Bodleian would like to house-sit in Oxford, preferably north or north/central, flexible schedule, local references. Tel: 01932 862889, e-mail: gnicholson5@aol.com, or gabarnesjo@aol.com.
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Piano lessons: experienced teacher; adults and children; all grades. Beginners welcome. contact Miss P. Read BA (Hons) L.R.A.M., near Kidlington. Tel.: 01865 331147
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New College School. Day Preparatory School for Boys aged 4 to 13: French Teacher. An experienced teacher is required to teach to Common Entrance and Scholarship level at this prestigious Choir School. Interested applicants should send a c.v. and the names and addresses of 2 referees to: The Principal, New College School, Savile Road, Oxford OX1 3UA. Tel./Fax: 01865 243657.
Senior Technician (Biology) required by Radley College: to support GCSE and A level teaching from Sept. Good working environment, term time only. For further details please contact: Mrs A. Marsh, Bursary, Radley College, Abingdon OX11 2HR. Tel.: 01235 543122, e-mail: am@radley.org.uk.
The City Church of Oxford invite applications for the post of Organist and Choirmaster/mistress: we are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic person who will be given the opportunity and encouragement to develop the choir in a traditional Church. Sung Matins/Communion, Sung Evensong/Communion. RSCM rates plus fees apply. Please send your application and a current c.v. to: Rev. Hugh Lee (Priest-in-charge), St Michael at the Northgate Church, Cornmarket Street, Oxford OX1 3EY. Closing date for applications: Fri., 12 July. (A job description is available from the Church Office, tel.: 01865 240940).
The City Church of Oxford invite applications for the post of full-time Verger. Experience would be preferred. Accommodation (1-bedroom flat) is offered as part of the package. Please send your application and a current c.v. to: Rev. Hugh Lee (Priest-in- charge), St Michael at the Northgate Church, Cornmarket Street, Oxford OX1 3EY. Closing date for applications: Fri., 12 July. (A job description is available from the Church Office, tel.: 01865 240940).
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Witney: attractive, newly-furnished 2-bedroom Victorian terrace house with off-street parking and garden, available Aug., for 6–12 months, £785 p.m. E-mail: ehs@clara.co.uk, tel.: 07074 788739.
Moreton in Marsh, Cotswolds: available now to rent; elegant Victorian terrace cottage, sleeps 5 (2 double and 1 single), bath with w.c., separate w.c., sitting room, study, dining/kitchen, enclosed garden with patio. Oxford 27 miles, 35 minutes by train. Furnished to high standard, spacious. Rent £700 p.c.m. + utilities. Tel.: 01608 810549.
Beautifully modernised house to let, East Oxford, 9 months from end- Aug.; 2 double bedrooms, 2 studies, sitting-room, dining room, 1½ bathrooms, c.h., appliances; 20 minutes' walk Bodleian, near London bus; walled garden. £1,000 monthly. Tel.: 01865 242966.
Delightful 3-bedroom Cotswold stone cottage in Tackley available to rent from Sept. £800 p.m. Bus and rail services into Oxford. Tel.: 01869 331 273.
Unusual tiny cottage attached to old family house in beautiful countryside, Oxford 14 miles, Charlbury mainline station 3 miles, hourly buses to Oxford ¼ mile (walking distance). Peaceful, friendly ambience. Suit graduate/writer/lecturer. Available now.£400 p.c.m. inc. Tel.: 01608 677527.
Lovely old house (wing of Old Rectory), 5 miles from Oxford centre in Old Kidlington, available Aug.,: huge farmhouse kitchen/dining room; large sitting-room; 2 large double bedrooms; bathroom; utility room. Communal garden and orchard. On No 2 bus route (every 15 mins), and walking distance to shops and amenities. Suit family with children. References essential. £850 p.c.m. Phone 01865 513816 office hours and 01865 842103 evenings and weekends.
North Oxford : 3-bedroom semi-detached family house in Wentworth Road (postcode: OX2 7TH); 2 reception rooms, front and back gardens, newly decorated, fitted kitchen, gas c.H., and garage. Available from early Aug., for 1 year, renewable. Rent £950 p.c.m., excl. bills. Non-smoking professional couple or family, no pets. Tel.: 01865 515628. E-mail: zhangsuqing@yahoo.com.
Islip Road, Summertown: light, spacious 2-bedroom house with garden room overlooking south-facing patio garden available to rent from 30 Sept., for 6 months. Fully-furnished with dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. Rent £850 p.c.m. excl. tax and utilities. Non-smoking, no pets. Contact Charlotte on 01865 513460 eves., and weekends or e-mail: charlotte.francis1@btopenworld.com.
Detached chalet-style house, Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire (cul-de-sac in quiet village): large sitting-room, dining-room, study, 3 double bedrooms, 2 deluxe bathrooms, luxury fitted kitchen (with all machines), conservatory, garden and patio, off-road parking, secure fencing and gates; fully-furnished with all china, linen, pans, utensils etc. Rent £1,000 p.c.m., inc. gardener. Deposit £1,500. Tel.,/ans.,/fax: 01235 (+ 44 1235) 834740, e-mail: diamar@onetel.net.uk.
Iffley Village: 4-bedroom house; large kitchen diner, study, lounge, 2½ bathrooms. Available from Aug., or Sept. £1,400 p.c.m. E-mail: robin@thekingsheadfritwell.co.uk. Tel.: 01869 346738 or 07768 712534.
Comfortable family house in North Oxford, 2 minutes' walk from the Summertown shops and easy bus access to the university. Fully-furnished with a quiet garden. Excellent local schools. A spacious semi-detached house consisting of 3 bedrooms, study, large living room, kitchen and bathroom, and with gas c.h. Street parking for car. Ideal for a visiting academic and his/her family. Available from Aug., or Sept., for 12 months. £1000 p.m. (inc. of water rates, excl., of local council tax). Please contact Dr Max Peberdy, e-mail: maxpeberdy@aol.com, or tel.: 0208 6902442.
An Englishman's home is his castle---so the saying goes. We cannot pretend that we have too many castles on offer but if you are seeking quality rental accommodation in Oxford or the surrounding area we may be able to help. QB Management is one of Oxford's foremost letting agents, specialising in lettings to academics, medical personnel, and other professionals. Our aim is to offer the friendliest and most helpful service in Oxford. Visit our Web site at: http://www.qbman.co.uk and view details of all the properties that we have currently available to let. Alternatively, telephone, fax, or e-mail us with details of your requirements and we will do whatever we can without obligation. Tel.: 01865 764533, fax: 764777, e-mail: info@qbman.co.uk.
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Wadham Park: small modern house available 7 July–18 July, and 12 Aug.,–26 Aug.; situated in exceptionally quiet street 20 minutes' walk from the Bodleian Library, and close to the River Cherwell, and University Parks; 2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 with 2 bunks and 1 single bed); study; living room with desk and TV; large open- plan kitchen and dining area opens onto sunny, south-facing patio, and attractive fenced garden; fridge, freezer, new gas cooker, and washing machine/drier; free reserved parking for 2. £150 p.w. inc. utilities. Tel.: 01865 423 309 or work 01865 556 071, fax: 01865 516616, e-mail: benknighton@dunelm.org.uk.
Large house north Oxford, to let for 2 weeks from 27 July–10 Aug.; detached house within the Oxford ring road, sleeps 8; very large family room opening onto south- and west-facing patio, with very large west-facing garden; fully-equipped kitchen/breakfast room and utility room, with 2½ bathrooms; 5 bedrooms, 2 with double beds. Close to Summertown shops and bus routes into town. £500 p.w. Tel.: 01865 513688 or e-mail: dianecw25@hotmail.com.
Spacious family house, Summertown, north Oxford: Edwardian detached house available from 16 Aug.–2nd Sept. Situated within minutes of Oxford's Summertown shopping area, buses to Oxford city centre, swimming pool, tennis courts, park and countryside walks; fully equipped and attractively furnished, contains all modern service facilities inc;. washing machine, drier, dishwasher, microwave, TV, video, high-fi; 4 bedrooms (sleep 5–7), 1 bathroom with w.c. and bath, 1 shower room, 2 spacious sitting-rooms (1 with TV and video, 1 with hi-fi), large dining room, very spacious kitchen opens onto a conservatory/living-room, leading into a large garden. Must be seen. Tel.: 01865 459628 (eves.), 270490 (day), fax: 270757.
Central North Oxford, 10 minutes' walk to city centre and university buildings, close to Port Meadow: Victorian house refurbished to exceptionally high standard; 3 bedrooms (1 double, 1 single, 1 bunk beds), double reception, play room, large kitchen, TV, DVD, washing machine, dishwasher etc. £300 p.w. Available 20 July–31 Aug. Tel./fax: 01865 469005, e-mail: ameasham@hotmail.com.
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Furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ground-floor flat adjacent South Parks; very convenient Brookes University, hospitals, 10 minutes city centre; refurbished kitchen and bathroom. Available early Oct. Suit non-smoking single, couple or 2 professional sharers. £825 p.c.m. Tel.: 01865 512149. E-mail: dorothymyers@gn.apc.org.
Central north Oxford, Bardwell Road: charming flat south-facing over gardens; living-room with fully-equipped kitchen area (washer/drier, dishwasher) and dining area, double bedroom, single bedroom, excellent storage, attractively decorated and furnished, parking, gardens (communally cared for). Available for 1 year or more from mid- Sept. E-mail: doreen.mcbarnet@csls.ox.ac.uk, or 01865 510542.
Summertown, North Oxford: 2-bedroom flat, just 1½ miles from the city centre and a few minutes walk from Summertown shops; quiet, light and airy second-floor (top) flat with lovely southern outlook over trees and fields. Freshly decorated, brand new kitchen and bathroom. Unfurnished (but includes appliances and fitted wardrobes). Parking for 1 car. Available now at £850 p.m. Tel.: 07802 754154, e-mail: mark@bayrock.co.uk for more details and pictures.
Central Oxford, Grandpont: modern, fully-furnished luxury flat (for non-smoking professional(s)) with secure gated parking and landscaped courtyard; half a mile walking distance to the University, city, shops and railway station, and 2 minutes from the river and parkland; 2 double beds; 1 en suite, 1 bathroom; fully-fitted kitchen with dishwasher, washer/drier, microwave; sitting-/dining-room with patio doors opening onto communal gardens. £895 p.c.m. Available from 1 Oct., for a year let. For more information contact Martin Laycock on 020 7265 8585 or 0771 9070449 or e-mail: martyn@bluegatemews.com.
Central North Oxford, 10 minutes' walk from city centre, University Parks, all main university buildings, and very close to the river. Available for short/long lets. Ground-floor flat in extremely quiet, civilised, large Victorian house in this exclusive, leafy, residential Victorian suburb, with large, light, airy room, completely refurbished to exceptionally high standard, available now. One double, one large single bedroom, large drawing-room, kitchen, bathroom. Off-street parking, large secluded garden. Tel./fax: 01865 552400.
Central Oxford, Folly Bridge, 5 minutes' walk from Carfax Tower, in a quiet residential area, with private garden, and a few yards from the river: bedsitter, with large kitchen, washing machine, bathroom with bath and shower. Fully furnished. Suit single person or couple. Available from 1 Sept.–31 Jan., 2003. £540 p.c.m., plus bills. Tel.: 01865 722343 (eves., or leave a message), cell: 07762 945831, e-mail: piero.pinza@virgin.net.
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Central north Oxford, bed and breakfast: very pleasant room, quiet leafy surroundings, very close to University Parks, colleges, city centre. Single: £30; double: £55. Tel.: 01865 512149.
Room to let: small study-bedroom in north Oxford available for 2 months from 23 June. Self-catering, with use of living rooms and garden. £45 per week, no extra bills. Tel.: 01865 511814.
Paying guests, visiting academics, welcomed for short or long stays in the comfortable home of a semi-retired academic couple, in exclusive, quiet, leafy central north Oxford, within walking distance of all main university buildings, town centre, parks, river, good shops, and restaurants. All rooms have colour TV, tea-/coffee-making facilities, microwave, and refrigerator and/or deep-freeze availability, c.h., and independent heating. Breakfast included in the very moderate terms. Tel./fax: 01865 557879.
Available by the week for visitors to Oxford: self-contained, fully- furnished studio flat, centrally located in Kingston Road. En suiteshower, toilet and washbasin, and fully-equipped kitchen area. Sleeps 2. £300 p.w. all inc. British Tourist Board approved 3 Stars. For further information tel.: 01865 516913 or visit: http://www.oxfordcity.co.uk/accom/studioflat.
Delightful rooms in North Oxford available now. £55 p.w. Book by telephone or fax: 01865 511657 or e-mail: mcadex@gofornet.co.uk.
Finders Keepers is celebrating its 30th year as Oxfordshire's leading letting agent, providing a specialist service to both landlords and tenants throughout the Oxfordshire and the surrounding counties. With experienced letting and management teams Finders Keepers provide a high standard of service to all our clients. If you would like more information about Finders Keepers' services please contact us at our Head Office at 226 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7BY, tel.: (00 44) 1865 311011, or visit the Finders Keepers Web site at www.finders.co.uk.
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Visiting Fellow at St Antony's College seeks 3-bedroom house/flat (furnished) for 1-2 years from Sept. Please do contact Mrs M. E. Ryan at: enquiries@lac.ox.ac.uk and/or German Utreras at: gutreras@bcv.org.ve.
Going abroad? Or just thinking of letting your property? QB Management is one of Oxford's foremost letting agents and property managers. We specialise in lettings to both academic and professional individuals and their families, and have a constant flow of enquiries from good quality tenants seeking property in the Oxford area. If you would like details of our services, or if you simply need some informal help and advice without obligation, telephone us: 01865 764533, fax us: 764777, or e-mail us: info@qbman.co.uk. Alternatively, we would invite you to visit our Web site at: http://www.qbman.co.uk and see how we could be marketing your property.
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Italy–Umbria nr. Lake Trasimene, Perugia and Assisi: unexpectedly available for week of 10 Aug., due to cancellation, flat in restored 17th-century farmhouse, own private valley, large swimming pool, sleeps 6 in comfort, divisible into 2 self-contained units of 2 and 4 beds. Reasonable rates. Phone and fax: 01865 390581.
France–Charente-Maritime: villa in open countryside on outskirts of village, overlooking vineyards, between Saintes and Royan, 30 minutes from beaches; fully-equipped with washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, TV, hi-fi, etc.; sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms. Ample parking. Long-term out-of-season lets available for those needing peace and quiet for study or writing. Telephone and internet access by arrangement. Phone Chirs and Siân Wallworth on 01993 812187 for full details or visit www.simply-charente.com.
Dordogne and Rome holiday rentals: stone house in an acre of garden in the Dordogne, France with a fabulous 270 degree panorama (sleeps 8/10); also gites sleeping 4/6. Also 19th-century Italian farmhouse with lovely views: Rome 45 minutes, Forence 2 hours; sleeps 4 with downstairs rooms available to sleep 4 more. Prices £250–£600 p.w. Private owner. Contact 01223 353603 or e-mail: hugobowles@tiscalinet.it.
South of France: holiday cottage with private shady garden, 500 yards from sheltered sandy beach in La Ciotat. Sleeps 4 (+ 1 child). Well-equipped kitchen and linen provided. Available from 10 Aug., 580 euros p.w. (approx. £360). Tel: 01869 343037.
Cornwall Bed and Breakfast: Colgare House, which is on the Lanhydrock estate near Bodmin, has 2 double and 2 single bedrooms, and is open all the year. Colgare House is peaceful, surrounded by woodlands and pastures, only 10 minutes from A30 and A38. Bodmin Parkway is a short drive or 25 minute walk. Central to all the Cornwall attractions, e.g. Eden Project and Lost gardens of Heligan are 20 minutes by car, the north and south coasts an easy 30–35 minute drive. There are good cycle tracks, and superb walking all around. See Web site: www.cornwallexplore.co.uk. Costs are £32 per person per night. Please contact Ngari Scoble, tel.: 01208 269605, mobile: 07980 629 505. E-mail: colgarehouse@hotmail.com.
South-west France: attractive farmhouse set in over 1 acre of garden, beautiful quiet position, 10 x 5 m swimming pool, 3 km from medieval village of Lauzerte, autoroute from Bordeaux 2 hours. Golf, tennis and fishing nearby, and Cahors wine region. Sleeps 6 plus attic bedroom with 5 single beds. Still available 14–28 Sept. £500 p.w., longer autumn/winter lets negotiable. Tel.: Helen 01367 810218/Sally 01494 864573.
Greek Islands: Skopelos, Alonissos and Skiathos. Lovely island houses and apartments available for rent. Town, country and seaside locations. Accommodation for 2–8 persons. Prices from £60 p.p.p.w. For information see: www.holidayislands.com. E-mail: thalpos@otenet.gr, fax: 0030 4240 23057. n
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