Period cottage on over 0.25-acre double-title plot — ideal for gardeners and families.
Late-Victorian stone cottage with character features
An enchanting late-Victorian former estate cottage set within exceptionally large, mature gardens extending to over 0.25 acres. The house offers flexible family accommodation across two reception rooms, a breakfast kitchen with range, separate utility and both a ground-floor bathroom and an upstairs shower room — useful for multi-generational living or accessible downstairs use. Three well-proportioned bedrooms sit upstairs, while gas central heating and double glazing provide comfortable year-round living.
Gardening enthusiasts will appreciate the rare double freehold offering: the main title includes the cottage and principal planted gardens, while a second, stream-fringed title provides a tranquil waterside retreat. Practical outbuildings include a substantial shed, polytunnel, and a generous garage with loft, plus off-street gravel parking accessed via a traditional five-bar gate.
Important practical points: the property dates from before 1900 and the stone walls are assumed to be uninsulated, which may affect running costs and could require insulation or other upgrading. Council tax is band E (above average). Despite the stream, the site sits in a very low flood-risk area. Early inspection is recommended to appreciate the plot, layout and the gardening potential on offer.
Situated in the hamlet of South Leigh, about 8 miles west of Oxford and 2½ miles from Witney, the location combines rural charm with accessible transport links, good local schools and nearby amenities. This cottage will appeal particularly to families and keen gardeners seeking character, space and established grounds within easy reach of Oxfordshire towns.