Nestled in the heart of a desirable hamlet this quintessential Grade II, 17th century characterful home is beautifully presented throughout and perfectly combines both historic charm and modern comforts. Period features include exposed beams, flagstone flooring, an oak staircase, an inglenook fireplace with stove, all of which enhance its appeal, and create a unique living environment.

The accommodation is set across three floors and has been extended and upgraded over the years resulting in a chic, high spec family home. The fabulous, welcoming hall with bespoke oak staircase is just the beginning of the delights to follow. The truly fabulous country kitchen/dining/family room is the hub of this home with fantastic sliding glass doors bringing the outside in. This excellent entertaining space is fitted with an extensive range of units, Belfast sink, integrated appliances, and Lacanche range cooker with indoor BBQ. The utility area is a useful extra to the kitchen. The focal point in the sitting room with flagstone floor is the fireplace with wood burning stove and beam over creating a cosy ambience for family relaxing on those chilly evenings. A second reception room, and cloakroom complete this amazing ground floor picture.

To the first floor the exceptional, principal bedroom enjoys a private balcony to take in the delightful garden views whilst enjoying breakfast or an evening sunset. This room also benefits from a contemporary fitted ensuite and range of built-in wardrobes. Three further double bedrooms are well served by the lovely bathroom with stand alone bath and walk-in shower.

Beautifully landscaped, the private garden affords a high degree of privacy and is a fine space to relax, and unwind. The full size clay pizza oven on the patio ensures alfresco dining will be very enjoyable. Useful additional benefits include a double garden shed with power with the additional installation of electrics to serve future additions such as hot tub, sauna, and/or garden studio. The lavender garden set behind a Cotswold stone wall to the front is a lovely feature and sets the scene for this absolute gem of a home. Additional benefits include a complete rethatch in 2025 and a new boiler installed in 2022. Overall, this unique property offers 2,513 sq ft of versatile living space in an exceptionally peaceful location with countryside walks all around yet just a short drive to the bustling market town of Witney.

Properties of this nature are seldom seen for sale in this desirable location and this pretty family home is a delight both inside and out. An appointment to view is essential to fully appreciate all this wonderful, period home in a prime rural location has to offer.

The favoured village of Standlake, encompassing Brighthampton, is situated approximately 6 miles south of the market town of Witney with Oxford about 13 miles and Abingdon 10 miles. The village itself has a primary school, a post office/stores, village hall, and the Black Horse pub. There are cricket and tennis clubs with water sports available on the surrounding lakes and numerous other active clubs and societies. The picturesque River Windrush flows to the north of the village as it meanders its way to join the Thames further downstream. The village has a prime school with secondary education available at Bartholomew School in Eynsham, nearby Cokethorpe or Abingdon School, St Helen & St Katharine or the Dragon and St Edwards in Oxford. There are direct bus services to Witney and Abingdon with connections to Oxford. Rail links are available at Didcot Parkway (15 miles) 40 minutes to London Paddington or Oxford Parkway (16 miles) with trains to London Marylebone. Jeremy Clarkson’s Farmer’s Dog Pub, Estelle Manor and Soho Farmhouse are all a short drive away.

Garden

Delightful garden enjoying a good degree of privacy.

Parking - Garage

Plus driveway.