Lincombe Lane, Boars Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1

Substantial Arts and Crafts property with annexe.

Description

Winterslow House is a unique property situated in one of the most sought after locations in Boars Hill. Located on a private no-through lane, the house sits within beautiful south facing gardens that extend to just under two acres and back on to private woodland.

The impressive property dates to the mid-1920s and was for many years owned by Brasenose College Oxford. Not listed, Winterslow House is constructed of brick beneath a tiled roof and retains many original Arts and Crafts period features.
Having been well maintained by the current owners, the property was extended in 2012 and the accommodation today lends itself perfectly to entertaining and family living.

The large drawing room features a marble and oak fireplace and three large, low set windows which maximise the views over the gardens. The attractive octagonal dining room has a decorative feature fire place and a beautiful bay window and French doors to the garden. The dual -aspect family room features a new wood burning stove and is a perfect den or TV/music room. The kitchen was newly extended in 2012 and features a range of quality fitted units, granite worktops, a Belfast sink and a central island with solid oak top. There is a Total Control 3-oven electric AGA together with fully integrated dishwasher, microwave, fridge and freezer. With underfloor heating in the sitting area, there are French doors opening onto a terrace, a rear door to garden and rear stairs to first floor.Also on the ground floor there is a spacious study/office and utility room with fitted units and granite worktops.

On the first floor the large principal bedroom enjoys far reaching views to the east and the Chilterns and to the south over the gardens. There are a total of six generous bedrooms, many of which have built-in storage and retain decorative period fireplaces. There is a family bathroom and also a second bathroom with power shower.

The separate annexe was converted in 2019 from a coach house/work shop. With a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and separate sitting room, it is ideal for dependent relative, nanny, studio/ gym/games room or as a separate office.

The impressive gardens and grounds feature many specimen tress including cedar, tulip, pines and horse chestnuts. The formal herbaceous beds were designed in 2018 by Waterperry garden designers while the rest of the garden features magnificent rhododendrons, magnolia, buddleia and azaleas. There is also an orchard with mature fruit trees. The south facing terrace features a sunny pergola with retractable awning.

The outdoor heated 10m swimming pool is discretely located in a sunny sheltered area of the garden.
There is also a fenced vegetable garden with raised beds, a green house, a large wood store and a separate garage/store with power and water.

Location

Boars Hill is a sought after, prestigious, residential green belt area about 4 miles south west of the City of Oxford.

The neighbouring village of Wootton has a parish church, public house, two village shops and primary school, with more comprehensive facilities found in Abingdon or Oxford, which also offers extensive recreational and internationally renowned cultural facilities.

Boars Hill is also well located for an excellent range of state and independent schools in in Oxford, Abingdon and the surrounding area.

The nearby A34 gives access to the M4 to the south and the M40 to the north. Regular train services run from Didcot, Oxford and Oxford Parkway.

Square Footage: 3,797 sq ft


Acreage: 2 Acres

Directions

Leave the A34 at the Hinksey interchange as signed to Boars Hill and Wootton. Proceed to Boars Hill on Foxcombe Road and Lincombe Lane is found on the left. Follow the lane, keeping left, and Winterslow House is found towards the end on the right.

Oxford Ring Road & A34, 2miles Oxford city centre 4 miles, (London/Paddington from 50 mins), Abingdon 4 miles, Oxford Parkway 8.5 miles (London/Marylebone from 56 mins)

Additional Info

Services: Mains electricity, water, gas and drainage. Gas boiler provides hot water and central heating. Gigaclear broadband. Annexe with electric heaters and electric immersion.
Pool with separate gas boiler.

Agent’s notes:
Lincombe Lane is a shared private road managed by Lincombe Lane Residents Association. Annual contribution is £150 p/a
The residents also have shared ownership of about 4 acres of private mixed woodland running adjacent to the property. Management of woodland is £75p/a

Fixtures And Fittings: Those items mentioned in these sale particulars are included in the freehold sale as are the fitted carpets. All other fixtures, fittings and furnishings are expressly excluded. Certain such items may be available by separate negotiation. Further information should be obtained from the selling agents.

Viewings: Strictly, by appointment with Savills.
Brochure prepared September 2024 and photographs taken 2022.