Charming three-bedroom cottage by the Thames with private garden and period features.
Grade II listed — alterations restricted, may complicate works
A pretty Grade II listed cottage moments from the River Thames and Sandford Lock, this three-bedroom mid-terrace blends period character with practical family living. The ground floor offers a bright living room with an open fire and wood flooring, separate dining area and an adjoining kitchen; three bedrooms and a single bathroom sit on the first floor. The rear garden is split level and private, while an allocated parking space a short walk away supplements on-street parking.
The listing status is important: Grade II protection will preserve the character but restrict alterations and may complicate maintenance or improvement work. The house dates from the 1930s–1940s with solid brick walls likely without modern cavity insulation; double glazing was installed before 2002 and the property is heated by a mains gas boiler and radiators. These factors mean energy upgrades and sensitive conservation work could be needed and should be budgeted for.
For families and buyers seeking village life with city access, Sandford-on-Thames is particularly appealing — riverside walks, a local pub, and direct towpath routes into Oxford. The location offers excellent mobile and fast broadband, low local crime and an affluent, well-served area, but council tax is above average.
This home will suit purchasers who value period charm and a riverside setting and who are comfortable working within listing constraints. It also presents potential for careful upgrading to improve energy performance and comfort while retaining its character.