North Street, Aston, OX18

In the heart of Oxfordshire, close to Chimney Meadows Nature Reserve, Shire Barn offers a peaceful setting surrounded by countryside and village life.

Behind a gated entrance in the village of Aston, a gravel driveway provides plenty of parking and leads to a detached double garage.

First Impressions

Lavender borders the lawn on approach to the front door. Inside, the entrance hall opens up to views of the garden through full-height glass, framed by the open-tread timber staircase.

Large format tiles run through the hallway, while classic French doors open to the family room. With windows to the front and rear, this bright space features a log-burning stove set into a stone surround. Versatile in layout, it’s currently used as a music room, but equally suited as a playroom, games room, or office.

Living Spaces

Step down into the formal sitting room, where built-in shelving and French doors create a light and welcoming space overlooking the garden and open fields.

To the right of the entrance hall, double doors lead to the family-dining-kitchen, preceded by a snug with access to the garden and open-plan kitchen beyond.

The kitchen combines limestone flooring, vaulted ceilings with beams, and Velux windows. Painted cabinetry in soft tones contrasts with white worktops, and the central island includes a breakfast bar, shelving, and a wine rack. Appliances include a Rangemaster Professional cooker and American-style fridge-freezer.

Bi-folding doors connect the dining area directly to the garden, while a roof lantern enhances the natural light.

A boot room with hanging and shelving leads through to a utility room with plumbing for laundry and further storage. The ground floor also has a cloakroom with WC.

Upstairs

The L-shaped staircase leads to the landing, with countryside views from the feature window.

To the right, a light-filled bedroom sits beneath the sloping ceiling with front-facing views.

The principal suite features twin walk-in wardrobes and an en suite shower room with rainfall shower, basin and WC. The bedroom enjoys far-reaching views across the garden and fields.

A family shower room with walk-in shower and a separate bathroom with double-ended tub serve the additional bedrooms.

Three more bedrooms are located in a separate wing. One has French doors to a Juliet balcony, another features high ceilings and garden views, and the fifth bedroom includes extensive fitted wardrobes and independent access via a stable door and external stairs—ideal for older children or guests.

Outside

Shire Barn sits well within its setting, with a gravelled approach and front lawns. At the rear, a large, level lawn is enclosed by fencing and hedging, backing onto open fields.

The paved terrace is easily accessed from the sitting room and kitchen-diner, creating an excellent space for outdoor dining. The garden is ideal for family activities, from croquet and football to quiet relaxation.

Local Area

Aston offers everyday essentials and local attractions including Aston Pottery and café. Nearby Bampton provides further shops, cafés, and community facilities.

Schooling is well catered for, with Aston and Cote Primary close by, along with respected independents including Cokethorpe, St Hughes, Cothill House and St Helen & St Katharine.

Nature enthusiasts will enjoy walks at Chimney Meadows Nature Reserve, while Witney provides supermarkets, restaurants, and a cinema. Oxford is also nearby for galleries, colleges, and city amenities.

Transport links are convenient, with road access to the A40 and direct trains from Oxford to London Paddington in just over an hour. Also in just a 15 minute drive away there is Hanborough train station.