Bentley Close, Banbury, OX16

Introduction

OFFERED CHAIN FREE. This spacious Detached Family House constructed in the 1980’s is likely to appeal to those seeking a home that offers a little more space, particularly if you have a family with several motor vehicles you want to park on your own property. It is situated in a small desirable Cul-de-Sac of only twelve properties and benefits from that important approximately south facing rear garden beloved of sun lovers. Ideally located for the town centre, local schools, nearby shops, mainline train station and affording easy access to the M40 motorway.


Description

Offered Chain Free, we intend to provide whoever purchases with a stress-free and quick move.

Ground Floor

A pathway leads to:
Entrance door to:

Entrance Hall with coat hanging space from here Stairs rise to the First Floor and doors give access to:

Cloakroom having a two-piece white suite comprising wash hand basin and W.C. with an obscure glazed window and being where the electric consumer board is located.

Kitchen/Dining Room Kitchen fitted with a range of light timber effect laminate fronted units comprising base units of cupboards and drawers with matching wall cupboards. Granite effect laminate worksurface with inset one and half bowl ceramic sink with drainer, window over to front. Brushed stainless steel electric oven and four ring gas hob with brushed stainless steel chimney hood over. Integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Further laminate worksurface with range of high gloss white base units. Opening to:
Dining Area having space for a six-seater dining table and dresser with a window to the rear garden and double doors to the lounge.
From the Kitchen a door gives access to:

Utility Room having a laminate worksurface with inset single drainer stainless steel sink with light timber effect base units below comprising cupboards. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for Fridge, Freezer and Condenser Tumble Dryer. Worcester gas fired boiler.

Lounge is a large light and airy double aspect reception room providing space for a three-seater and two sofa and armchair ideal for relaxing in with window to the front and rear and French doors giving access to the rear garden ideal for those summer barbeques. Door to:
Understairs Cupboard providing useful storage space.

First Floor stairs rise from the entrance hall to:

Landing having a fitted cupboard over the stairs and loft hatch to roof. From here doors give access to:

Airing Cupboard housing lagged hot water tank with slatted shelving above.

Bedroom 1 a good-sized double bedroom with space for a king-sized bed with fitted double wardrobe with window to front.

En-suite having a three-piece white suite comprising single shower cubicle, sink and pedestal and W.C. Fitted shelves and obscure glazed window.

Bedroom 2 a double bedroom with a fitted double tongue and grove dado to approximately half wall height and window to rear.

Bedroom 3 a double bedroom with recessed open fronted wardrobe and window to front.

Bedroom 4 a good-sized single bedroom with recessed open fronted wardrobe currently being used as a walk-in wardrobe. Window to rear.

Family Bathroom with a three-piece white suite comprising panelled bath with over bath shower, range of bathroom furniture with cupboards and drawers, countertop basin and W.C. Heated chrome towel radiator. Obscure glazed window.

Outside

Front Garden laid to slate border and gravel areas with a variety of hedging and a pathway leading to the front door and side access. E.V. point. Outside tap. Outside light.

Double Garage with up and over doors, light and power with window to side

Driveway providing off road parking for several vehicles and additional land to both sides of the double garage that offers potential for further parking or construction (subject to all necessary consents) of an additional garage or workshop etc.

Rear Garden being approximately south facing with a large patio area to the rear of the house with steps rising to lawned area with corner pergola and borders planted with a variety of shrubs. Raised flower beds. External power points and small plastic shed to one side of the house and to the opposite side there is a pathway giving access to wheelie bin storage area, space for garden shed and gated access to front.

Banbury is a historic market town situated on the River Cherwell with the Oxford Canal running through it. The town has evolved around its historic shopping streets with the addition of a shopping centre with a more recent extension, Castle Quay Waterfront, that runs alongside the Canal including bar, eateries, bowling alley, and multiplex cinema. The town has a good selection of restaurants, cafes, pubs, gyms, shops and sports centre and has Rugby, Football, Cricket, Tennis and Bowling Clubs. Banbury has a mainline railways station with connections to London, Birmingham and Oxford etc and is on J11 of the M40 motorway making it ideal for commuters.


Property Summary

• Quote Reference: SRK when enquiring
• Detached House
• Entrance Hall * Cloakroom *Utility Room
• Kitchen/Dining Room
• Lounge
• Four Bedrooms (Master Bedroom En-suite)
• Bathroom
• Double Garage & Generous Off-Road Parking
• Gas Fired Radiator Heating
• CHAIN FREE


Material Information

Part A
Council Tax: Band C
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: E
Service Charge: N/A

Part B
Property Type: Detached, brick built house with pitch tiled roof.
Property Construction: Traditional Construction
Number and Types of Rooms: See Floor Plan & Description
Electricity Supply: Mains
Water Supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Gas fired radiator heating
Broadband: Fibre to cabinet
Mobile signal/coverage: Yes, but please check your own network.
Parking: Double Garage & Off-Road Parking

Part C
Building Safety: We are not aware of any building safety issues under The Building Safety Act 2022 as well as any planned or required works needed to rectify any identified defect/hazard that may be present at the property although we provide no warranty or assurances and you should therefore rely on your own enquiries and surveys.
Restrictions: No
Rights and Easements: All rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined will pass with this property.
Flood Risk: Rivers & Sea: Very Low Risk. Surface Water: Very Low Risk. Groundwater: Unlikely. Reservoirs: Unlikely.
Has the property flooded in the last 5 years?: No.
Coastal Erosion Risk: N/A
Planning permission: We are unaware of any planning permission or proposals for development, construction or change of use affecting the property and its immediate locality however please do not rely on this and make your own standard searches or enquiries:
Accessibility/adaptions: None.
Coalfield or Mining Area: N/A

Location

Banbury’s name may derive from “Banna” a 6th Century Saxon chieftain who built a stockade here and “Burgh”, meaning settlement. Banbury is surrounded by beautiful countryside with easy access to the Cotswolds. The town played an important part in the English Civil War as a base for Oliver Cromwell where folklore has it, he planned the Battle of Edge Hill in what is now Ye Olde Reindeer Inn, Parsons Street where you are now more likely to and take in a drink or a meal and plan your evening entertainment.

Bentley Close is located on the northern side of the town and affords good access to the towns many amenities including shops, restaurants, pubs, cinema, ten pin bowling, gyms and swimming pool. Main line rail links to Oxford, Birmingham, and London.

Convenient road access to M40 motorway (J11). Rail links to London at Banbury (approximately 65 minutes to London Marylebone), Milton Keynes (approximately 33 minutes to London Euston), Bicester North (56 minutes to London Marylebone) & Bicester Village (approximately 51 minutes to London Marylebone).


Useful information

Heating: Gas fired radiator heating

Windows: uPVC double glazed units with mahogany effect external face and white internal face.

Services: Mains: Water, Gas and Electric. Drainage: Mains

Broadband: Ofcom Checker: Highest Average Download Speeds: Standard 7 Mbps. Superfast 31 Mbps. Ultrafast 1800 Mbps. Highest Average Upload Speeds: Standard 0.8 Mbps. Superfast 6 Mbps. Ultrafast 1000 Mbps. The speeds indicated on the checker are the fastest estimated speeds predicted by the network operator(s) providing services in the area (actual speeds at the property may be different).

Town Centre Amenities: Banbury is a historic market town situated on the River Cherwell with the Oxford Canal running through it. The town has evolved around its historic shopping streets with the addition of a shopping centre with a more recent extension, Castle Quay Waterfront, that runs alongside the Canal including bar, eateries and a bowling alley, and multiplex cinema. The town has a good selection of restaurants, cafes, pubs, gyms, shops and sports centre and has Rugby, Football, Cricket, Tennis and Bowling Clubs. Banbury has a mainline railways station with connections to London, Birmingham and Oxford etc and is on J11 of the M40 motorway making it ideal for commuters.

Nearby Towns: Chipping Norton (14 miles) Stratford Upon Avon (21 miles), Bicester (21 miles), Oxford (33 miles), Milton Keynes (32 miles), (all distances approximate)

Town population: 52,052 people (2021 Census).

Primary School: Hardwick Primary School. Ofsted: Good (September 2024)

Secondary School: North Oxfordshire Academy Ofsted: Good (8 Nov 2022)

Independent Schools: Bloxham Public School, Tudor Hall. Preparatory School: Cardus, St John’s Priory School.

Rail Links: Rail links Banbury to London Marylebone (approximately 65 minutes) (Bicester North (approximately 56 minutes to London Marylebone) & Bicester Village (approximately 51 minutes to London Marylebone).

Motorway Links: Convenient road access to M40 (J11) motorways and M1 (J15)

EPC Rating: E

Title: Freehold

Local Authority: Cherwell District Council


Viewing Arrangements

Strictly via the vendor’s sole agents, please contact Saul Roux Scrivener MRICS on .


Website

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Directions

From Banbury Cross proceed in a northerly direction through Horsefair onto North Bar Street at the traffic lights turn left onto the Warwick Road, continue over the first roundabout and at the mini roundabout turn right onto Ruscote Avenue. Turn left onto Sinclair Avenue at the T-Junction turn left onto Austin Drive and then left at the next T Junction onto Riley Drive and then left as signposted to Bentley Close bearing left where the property is located towards the end of the Cul-de-Sac on your right, where you can park on the properties drive.


OPENING HOURS

Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 7.00 pm.

Saturday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm.

Sunday By appointment.


AGENTS NOTES

All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information, and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure.

All boundaries indicated on plans are approximate and should be verified with your Solicitor.
All school catchments should be verified and not relied on.

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