This truly unique four bedroom home - The Britannia - occupies the former The Boot public house in the sought-after village of Barnard Gate, just outside Witney. Completed in March 2025 and tastefully renovated and designed by Emma Kirby Design, the property blends rich local history with exceptional modern finishes, craftsmanship and technology.

The home's striking Cotswold stone façade, French oak porch and enclosed front garden immediately set it apart, with an original decommissioned post box retained as a character feature.

The entrance hall is both impressive and practical, featuring engineered oak flooring, a bespoke understairs storage area crafted from reclaimed Romanian floorboards, and access to a ground floor cloakroom fitted with a Porcelanosa suite and tiled floor. A separate utility room sits just off the hallway, offering storage, a sink, space for appliances and a stable door providing side access — thoughtfully positioned away from the main kitchen.

A well-proportioned study sits to the front of the house, ideal for home working, with a sash window, and generous proportions.

The heart of the home is the exceptional kitchen/dining room, designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Fitted with Stephen Booker cabinetry, quartz worktops and a comprehensive range of Neff appliances including a combination oven/microwave, fridge/freezer, low-level freezer and induction hob, the space also features a filtered water tap, breakfast bar and beautifully detailed porcelain floor tiles sourced from Indigenous in Burford. A stunning skylight roof floods the room with natural light, while bi-fold doors open directly onto the garden. The kitchen benefits from wet underfloor heating, zoned lighting and individual thermostatic controls.

Glazed doors lead through to the living room, which features engineered oak flooring, a striking inset log burner with stone surrounds, and sash windows with deep sills to the front.

Underfloor heating runs throughout the ground floor, all individually zoned, while upstairs is served by gas central heating via a pressurised system.

On the first floor, the main bedroom is a generous and impressive double, with wood panel styling, a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden and fields to the rear, and a walk-in wardrobe with additional built-in storage. 

Bedroom two is also a large double and retains part of the original pub wall, adding a wonderful sense of history. Rather than a traditional en suite, this room benefits from access to a stylish inner hall bathroom featuring both bath and separate shower, complemented by ambient lighting. Bedroom three is a dual-aspect room of excellent size, offering flexibility as a bedroom or guest suite.

The second floor provides a versatile open living/study area, ideal as a snug, creative space or secondary workspace. Bedroom four is a large double room with its own en suite shower room, complete with a walk-in shower, making it ideal for guests or older children.

The loft space is substantial and fully usable, with boarding, lighting and a ladder already installed.

Outside, the rear garden is generous in size and thoughtfully arranged, featuring a generous patio, lawned areas and raised beds. Gated access leads you to the surrounding fields, ideal for walkers and those that want to enjoy the rural setting.

Additional features include Gigaclear ultrafast internet, Cat 7 data points, wiring for boosters in the kitchen and upstairs, zoned kitchen lighting, CCTV (to remain), solid oak internal doors, and a striking solid oak staircase.

About Barnard Gate

Barnard Gate is a charming and highly regarded Oxfordshire village, located just a short drive from Witney and surrounded by open countryside. Known for its rural setting, period homes and strong community feel, the village offers peaceful living while remaining well connected to nearby market towns and transport links. Witney provides a wide range of shops, schools, cafés and leisure facilities, while access to the A40 makes commuting towards Oxford and London straightforward.