The Plough, Clifton Hampden, Abingdon, England, OX14 3EG
What's nearby
Kassam Stadium - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
University of Oxford - 15 min drive - 8.8 miles
Christ Church College - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
Oxford Castle - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
John Radcliffe Hospital - 19 min drive - 9.8 miles
Getting around
Abingdon Culham Station - 2 min drive
Oxford (OXF) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
College Oak - 11 min drive
Smarts take-away Fish Bar - 11 min drive
Pablo Lounge - 6 min drive
Throwing Buns - 6 min drive
Nags Head - 5 min drive
About this property
AbingPlough House
Guesthouse near Thames River
AbingPlough House provides amenities like free English breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Room features
All guestrooms at AbingPlough House include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
Cookware/dishes/utensils and daily housekeeping
Languages
English, Indonesian
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
Family friendly
In-room washer/dryer
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
More
Iron/ironing board
Washer/dryer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property is also known as
AbingPlough House Abingdon
AbingPlough House Guesthouse
AbingPlough House Guesthouse Abingdon
Frequently asked questions
Is AbingPlough House pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at AbingPlough House?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at AbingPlough House?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.
What time is check-out at AbingPlough House?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is AbingPlough House located?
Situated in Abingdon, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Thames River and Thames Path. High Ropes Oxford and Wittenham Clumps are also within 3 mi (5 km). Abingdon Culham Station is 24 minutes by foot.
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AbingPlough House Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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We booked this for 2 nights because it was close to Oxford and had laundry - this place is well... very rustic - low ceilings steep narrow stairs to a room with super tippy floors - not at all what we thought we have booked - Expedia advertised laundry in room - there wasn't - large beds, small beds ! Tippy floors set off my vertigo so bad - breakfast was fine - they are trying but it's not at all what we needed - we only stayed one night Expedia refused to reimburse us even tho the place didn't have what we booked and needed - I don't recommend it even tho the wee girl working there was super sweet and trying very hard - rustic/tacky/uncomfortable
The place is very dated and not particularly clean, although this could be forgiven were it not for the terrible customer service. We are still waiting for the refund for cancelled nights or any acknowledgement that it will be processed weeks after the fact. Expedia have been useless too, all round disaster of a trip. I would not recommend this hotel and I will not be using Expedia again.
This is a great find. Cosy, comfy and with a real feeling of homeliness. The receptionist is very friendly and helpful and the breakfast is delicious. Ten out of ten. Would definitely recommend.
Our stay was good but check in was a bit awkward. No one was there to greet us, and I had to phone the Expedia number to reach someone for help. The connection wasn’t good for the phone either.
Was a nice stay but what let the visit down was no one on the front desk and had to whats app the owner and was texted the instructions on how to get in my room for self check in.
The property was somewhat quirky, but in the ideal location to stay over while visiting the area for motocross.
The owners were friendly and welcoming on arrival and at breakfast.
One of the only things I can really pick a fault with is there was a really strong stale smoke smell in the bathroom which did hit you when opening the bathroom door, so could do with a freshen up and maybe an air freshener in there.
The bed was really comfortable, the quilt / duvet was incredible too- I tried to find a label for where it was from to order one for home but couldn’t see one 😂.
Overall a pleasant stay, and if in the area again we would book again.
Very nice place to stay. Good friendly staff. Had no issues. Plenty of towels. Plenty of coffee and tea in room. Room very clean and a good size. Will stay here again no problems
I paid for 2 rooms for 3 days commencing 17 Feb only to get a call on 16 Feb in the evening that they had to cancel my stay but will get a full refund and a month later I still do not have my refund !!
Tony
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Michael
Feb 27, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I was put in here after the place I booked became unavailable. My 1st thoughts from Outside was is it unoccupied it’s so run down. The lady who greeted me was nice and gave me a key and instructions. The room was very old fashioned but clean a TV from the 89’s the kettle look terrible I used my own. The bathroom very small but brand new and quite good. Overall not great but one night just accepted
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Frank Thomas
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Potential to be “Great”
My wife and I recently stayed at AbingPlough House. It’s a lovely period cottage with character and external cottage style thatched bedrooms forming a pretty terrace along side the main building. It’s run by new staff now for the last few months. I noticed that it was in need of a little TLC however, I spoke to the new manageress who I must say does everything from booking to cleaning, repairs and breakfast the best she could and was always at hand, she is very attentive to everything she does and is a credit to the business.
After speaking with her I realised she’s not getting the support that she should from the business owner who is the letdown here.
It would be supportive if the owner helped with supplying basic materials like paint inside and out just to freshen up also attend to the loose ends that I noticed. AbingPlough House is a good quiet relaxing place to stay for travellers or visitors to the area, it’s also set in a pretty countryside location.
Like I said it’s a good place but, with a little support from the owner it will be a “GREAT PLACE” with a great manageress who has ambition to achieve.
Frank Thomas
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Simeon
Jan 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An unusual stay with some quirks. I had Room 10 which whilst spacious is connected to the kitchen via door that is unused. However it does mean that I had noise at 2230 when someone was getting cutlery or plates ready for the morning. I banged on the door and they were quiet.
More noise and lights came on at the glas panel on the kitchen door (covered with card) at 0200 which woke me up.
Room had no cold water meaning hot shower was scalding but this was quickly sorted by the staff.
Cooked breakfast was great and unexpected treat as I thought it was continental only.
Handy location and great value, despite the noisy room. I would stay again but ask not to have Room 10.
Simeon
4/10 Poor
Bruce
Dec 18, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pay extra and stay elsewhere
The oddest check in experience I’ve ever had. Having messaged the property when I booked letting them know my arrival time I arrived to find an empty bar and no sign of anyone (other than a key on the desk with note from someone else saying they had left because the smell of smoke was so bad).
When someone arrived a few minute after I rang the ball he preceeded to facetime someone (whilst repeatedly turning the camera to me in some sort of odd visual inspection) and through very broken English we managed to get me to a room about 25 minutes later.
The room was comfy enough in fairness, but not clean. Hairs in the shower, dustballs on the floor and a dirty towel shoved under the fridge because it leaked. Wi-fi had a “one minute on / one minute off policy” which wasn’t overly helpful either.
Safe to say I won’t be returning.
Awful Experience - DO NOT STAY HERE
Had a message asking what time we would be arriving - no reply from property
Upon arrival we were not made to feel very welcome, we felt like we were an inconvenience.
We were Asked to fill in what we wanted for breakfast by ticking boxes, which was fine. Then were told no other food options available - Thank goodness
Room very old and quaint. Lots of equipment filled the room and little to no space to move around in. Electrical cables trailing over the floor and a tripping hazard.
Slept - not very well - mattress lumpy
Breakfast - well ….. toast that never really saw the toaster and warm not hot. A single Sausage that never really saw the grill/frying pan and looked undercooked - obviously we didn’t eat it. Hash browns not cooked properly and cool.
Bathroom ok but the Shower which my husband had was hot for him. He only had a very quick and short shower, approx 4 minutes spent there. When I went for my shower it was freezing cold.
Towels so threadbare and rough and small and barely covered your body.
We booked for two nights as we were seeing friends, but it was so bad we left after the first night and didn’t stay the second night. Nobody to complain to on returning our key. Definitely will not be returning.
If you want a lovely place to stay and a warm welcome - BOOK ELSEWHERE