Summary - Pear Tree Cottage, West Street, Shutford, BANBURY OX15 6PH
Detached period stone cottage with thatched roof
Pear Tree Cottage is a detached, stone-built thatched cottage set on a quiet village lane. The sitting room features exposed beams and a wood-burning stove, creating a warm, characterful heart to the home. A single large double bedroom and a compact kitchen/breakfast room suit someone seeking a manageable, cosy house rather than a family-sized property.
The courtyard garden is small and low-maintenance, framed by mature planting that enhances privacy and countryside outlooks. Broadband speeds are reported as fast and the village offers everyday amenities — a pub, village hall, bus stop and community facilities — while nearby primary schools have good Ofsted ratings.
Practical considerations: the property uses oil-fired heating and the thatched roof will bring higher insurance and specialist maintenance costs than a tiled roof. The cottage’s total floor area (approx. 486 sq ft) is modest and storage is limited, so it’s best suited to a single occupant, couple or someone downsizing. Freehold tenure and very low local crime add reassuring stability.
This cottage will appeal to buyers who value period character, tranquillity and a compact, easy-to-manage home in an affluent village setting. It’s a strong fit for first-time buyers comfortable with heritage maintenance or downsizers seeking a rural retreat.
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