Swinbrook Place, Swinbrook, Buford, Oxfordshire

Lying in the heart one of the Cotswolds’ most coveted villages, Swinbrook Place is a beautifully remodelled Grade II-listed home that began life as two 17th-century cottages. Today, it’s a remarkable village house that pairs historic character with elegant modern comfort.



Inside, two main reception rooms create the perfect rhythm for family life and entertaining. One, set around a full-size snooker table, invites long evenings by the fire; the other is cleverly divided in two, with a log burner facing each side. At the centre of the house sits a dramatic media room with an open hearth and twin staircases sweeping up either side. Beyond a cloakroom, the handmade kitchen, finished with pale granite worktops, centres on a three-oven Aga and Gaggenau appliances, opening into a generous dining area for gatherings that spill easily outdoors.



Upstairs, three double bedrooms and a twin are all ensuite, each bathroom with a roll-top bath and walk-in shower. The principal suite lies at the core of the house and can be reached from either staircase. Bedrooms two and three both feature log burners in their bedrooms and bathrooms, adding a wonderfully indulgent touch. An open study connects to a further twin bedroom with its own shower room, while a detached bothy in the garden provides a fifth bedroom, complete with log burner and ensuite, perfect for guests seeking privacy.



Set within an acre of landscaped grounds, the gardens are as enchanting as the house itself. Terraces and lawns give way to an orchard, flower-filled borders and winding paths that lead to a small studio by the ford, shaded by a weeping willow. Dry-stone walls define the boundaries, while painted picket gates open onto the lane beyond. The converted studio offers an additional ensuite bedroom, creating a lovely hideaway by the water.



Swinbrook lies along the River Windrush and embodies the essence of the Cotswolds, with its beloved Swan Inn and village cricket ground a short stroll away. Nearby Burford offers independent shops and restaurants, while Daylesford, Soho Farmhouse and Estelle Manor are all within easy reach. Excellent transport links connect to Oxford and London from Charlbury or Oxford Parkway stations, and the area is home to many of the country’s leading schools.

The surrounding countryside offers walking, riding and fishing, along with golf at Burford and Frilford Heath and racing at Cheltenham and Newbury.