High Street, Lower Brailes, Banbury, Warwickshire, OX15

This deceptively spacious character cottage combines timeless charm with a tranquil ambiance and stylish contemporary upgrades throughout.

Description

Midway is a charming Grade II listed mid-terraced cottage, located in the village of Lower Brailes and set in the attractive and rolling south Warwickshire countryside on the northern edge of the Cotswolds. There is an active community offering various clubs and activities, as well as Daylesford and Soho Farmhouse both approximately 12 miles away.

Rich in character and period detail, the property showcases an abundance of original features, including exposed stonework and timber beams, window seats, an impressive inglenook fireplace, and beautifully preserved wooden floorboards, with contemporary upgrades throughout.

The generous dining room is anchored by a striking Bathstone fireplace and a Clearview wood-burning stove, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The adjoining sitting room, with grand fireplace and stylish decor, offers additional comfort and practicality, complemented by a walk-in storage cupboard. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with ample cabinetry, featuring a Carrara marble worktop, an inset Belfast sink, and elegant brass taps and fittings, as well as a door leading conveniently into the rear garden.

Upstairs, the spacious principal bedroom is accompanied by a second well-proportioned double bedroom, complete with fitted wardrobes and dual-aspect windows that flood the space with natural light. A tastefully appointed bathroom completes the accommodation, offering a refined blend of period charm and modern convenience. A converted loft provides ancillary versatile storage space, accessed via a traditional loft ladder.

In addition to the main house, the property benefits from a brick-built outbuilding, currently serving as a garden store and utility space, connected to mains electricity. The rear garden is a private and tranquil haven, enjoying a sunny south-facing aspect. Expertly landscaped, it features a harmonious blend of lawn, seating areas, and well-stocked shrub borders interspersed with mature trees. A striking wisteria adorns the garden walls, offering a spectacular display during its seasonal bloom.

Midway presents an exciting opportunity for investors or lifestyle buyers alike. Its characterful charm and idyllic setting make it an ideal holiday let, weekend retreat, or countryside bolthole. The owners are open to selling the property fully furnished, offering a turnkey solution for those seeking immediate enjoyment or rental income.

Location

An array of local facilities can be found in both Lower Brailes, including a public house, well-regarded primary school, butchers, general store, delicatessen / bakery, newsagent, parish church, garage and hairdressers.

More specialist requirements are available at the nearby towns of Shipston on Stour (approximately 4miles), Chipping Norton (approximately 10.5miles) and Banbury (approximately 12miles) . Stratford-upon-Avon (approximately 14miles) and Oxford (approximately 30miles) provide a wider range of retail, cultural and educational facilities.

The area is served by a range of well-regarded schools. Locally there is a primary school in the village and secondary school in Shipston-on-Stour. The village is in the Priority Area for the Warwickshire Grammar Schools at Stratford (at time of print)- King Edward VI (boys) and Stratford Grammar School (girls). Independent schools include Kitebrook House, St Johns Priory (Banbury), The Croft (Stratford-upon-Avon), Bloxham, Sibford, Kings High School and Warwick Boys. There are also numerous schools in Oxford.

Junction 11 of the M40 motorway and mainline train station at Banbury (London/Marylebone from approximately 59 minutes). Birmingham international airport is 35 miles away.

Sporting activities in the area include golf at Feldon Valley (1 mile), and Rye Hill; horse racing at Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon and Cheltenham; motor racing at Silverstone; access to a network of local walks and bridleways; Daylesford Organic Farm shop and members club Soho Farmhouse.

All distances and times are approximates.

Square Footage: 1,039 sq ft



Additional Info

Mains water, electricity and drainage. Electric heating.