Detached stone cottage with strong period character
A handsome stone cottage with generous living space and period character, set in nearly a fifth of an acre of mature gardens and woodland. The house has been thoughtfully converted to provide spacious reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast room and three bedrooms, with an en-suite to the principal and a family bathroom. Engineered oak floors, exposed beams and a hand-cut stone fireplace with log burner give the principal rooms strong character and warmth.
Outside, a gated driveway provides parking for several cars and leads to a detached double garage (part currently used as a workshop). Terraced lawns, a gravelled courtyard and a stone-paved circular terrace create varied outdoor spaces for entertaining and quiet enjoyment. The village setting is peaceful and well served for families, with a village school rated Good, easy access to nearby Banbury for wider amenities, and very low local crime.
Buyers should note the property’s age and traditional construction: external stone walls are understood to be uninsulated and the house was built before 1900, which can mean higher running costs and potential upgrading work. There is inconsistent information on heating (electric storage heaters listed and an additional note of oil-fired central heating), so a purchaser should verify the heating system and service history. The courtyard is currently shared and expected to be divided in line with title plans; confirm boundaries and responsibilities before purchase. Council tax is described as expensive, reflecting the property’s size and status.