Summary - THE OLD RECTORY, BUCKINGHAM, WATER STRATFORD MK18 5DX
Grade II Listed country house with circa 10 acres, pool, tennis court and stables
Separate three‑bedroom annexe for guests or multigenerational living
Triple glazing, ground‑source heat pump and underfloor heating installed
Only one family bathroom for eight bedrooms — significant upgrade likely needed
Solid brick walls (assumed no insulation) — consider insulation/energy works
Listed status restricts alterations and can increase repair costs
Council tax described as very expensive; tenure is unknown
Tucked on the edge of Water Stratford, The Old Rectory is an elegant Grade II Listed country home set in about 10 acres of gardens, paddocks and private parkland. The main house offers generous, light-filled rooms with far-reaching rural views and period features restored and maintained to a high standard. A separate three-bedroom annexe provides useful guest or multigenerational accommodation. Outdoor amenities include a heated swimming pool, hard tennis court, stables and paddocks suitable for horses or hobby farming.
Practical comforts have been added sympathetically: triple glazing, underfloor heating served by a ground-source heat pump and predominantly electric services. These fittings combine modern efficiency with the property's historic character. The location is peaceful and well connected — village life with easy road links to Buckingham, Bicester and Milton Keynes and several well-regarded schools within commuting distance.
Important considerations: the property is Grade II Listed, which will restrict alterations and can add cost and complexity to repairs or upgrades. Despite modern heating, the original solid brick walls are assumed to have no cavity insulation, and the house will need ongoing maintenance appropriate to its age and construction. Council tax is very expensive and tenure is listed as unknown — these practical matters will affect running costs and purchase checks. The house currently shows only one family bathroom for eight bedrooms, which will be a material factor for many buyers.
This is a substantial country estate for buyers seeking a combination of historic charm, private outdoor space and practical modern upgrades. It suits families or multigenerational households who value seclusion, equestrian potential and lifestyle amenities, and who are prepared for the responsibilities and restrictions that come with a listed property.
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