Lyneham, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7

An immaculate Grade II listed barn conversion.

Description

The property is nestled amongst a group of Grade II listed barn conversions on the edge of the village of Lyneham surrounded by glorious, undulating countryside. The current owners comprehensively refurbished the property, completing the project in Summer 2024. This includes a full electrical rewire, a new plumbing/central heating system bringing the property up to modern building regulations plus a new oil boiler and Nest heating system.

Dating back to 1843, The Byre is a charming Grade II listed barn conversion in one of the Cotswolds’ most sought after village locations.

The Byre benefits from dual access, with one of the doors leading from the private garden into the spectacular sitting/dining room with high vaulted ceilings and large windows which provide a light, spacious space for family life and entertaining, complete with a wood burning stove. The kitchen flows from the sitting/dining, continuing the vaulted ceilings and stone flooring. There is ample storage with built in appliances including a dishwasher and fridge/freezer. A rear hall provides additional storage and a back door, leads to the shared courtyard garden.

The principal bedroom enjoys dual aspect views of the gardens, with ample space for additional storage. Complete with a newly fitted en suite bathroom and mezzanine. The property is completed with another double bedroom and newly installed shower room.

Outside, The Byre enjoys a private garden which is mainly laid to lawn as well as communal gardens and courtyard. There is a single garage with storage space above, off road parking and visitor parking spaces.

This excellent property has been completely refurbished over the last year, providing an immaculately presented home in one of the most sought after Cotswold villages with an abundance of amenities in Kingham and Shipton-under-Wychwood. The Byre will appeal to a broad audience including buyers looking for a full time home or weekend retreat.

Location

Lyneham is a charming small village situated in the Evenlode Valley in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is quiet and secluded yet conveniently located for Kingham Station (three miles) and the market towns of Chipping Norton, Burford and Stow-on-the-Wold which provide for every-day needs. The nearby villages of Milton-under-Wychwood and Shipton-under-Wychwood also offer a good range of amenities. Daylesford Organic Farm shop and Soho Farmhouse are five and 14 miles respectively.

Sporting and leisure facilities in the area include golf at Lyneham, Brailes and Naunton Downs, racing at Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick and Cheltenham while the countryside provides a network of public footpaths and bridle paths.

There are highly regarded private and state schools in the area including Kingham Hill School, Kitebrook, Bloxham School,
Windrush Valley School, Cotswold School and Burford School.

The Cotswolds’ year is packed with events ranging from world famous international festivals like Cheltenham Literature Festival and Cheltenham Gold Cup Week to major musical events such as the Wilderness Festival and the Big Feastival, as well as a jam-packed events calendar featuring concerts, exhibitions, arts and literature festivals and theatrical productions.

Square Footage: 1,127 sq ft



Directions

From Burford proceed down the High Street over the bridge to the mini-roundabout, turn right on to the A361 Chipping Norton road. Continue for about 4 miles, following the road into Shipton-under-Wychwood. Proceed through the village and follow the road toward Chipping Norton. At the top of the hill on leaving the village take the turn left toward Churchill. As you enter the village of Lyneham the property is on the left hand side immediately prior to the Wychwood Golf Club. There is a parking area and the property is at the left hand end of the development.

Additional Info

Agent’s Note: Please note that The Byre cannot be let as a holiday property.

Fixtures & Fittings: All fixtures and fittings and white goods (kitchen) are included.

Management Charge: £60 per month for the maintenance of shared/communal areas. All property owners are directors of the management company and the amount of the management charge is increased or decreased by vote.

Local Authority: West Oxfordshire District Council. Tel: . Council Tax Band D.

Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil-fired central heating. Telephone line subject to BT transfer regulations. Nest smart home heating system.