Aynho, Banbury, Northamptonshire

The Cartwright Hotel is a highly attractive and versatile development opportunity. *For sale by online auction (subject to prior sale, reserve and conditions).*


Set in the heart of the village of Aynho. The property has planning approval to convert the courtyard buildings and adjacent former house into 4 residential dwellings, presenting a highly attractive and versatile development opportunity.

Description
• Located in the highly regarded village of Aynho, a sought after and picturesque North Oxfordshire setting.
• Named after the Cartwright family, who lived for over 400 years in a nearby stately mansion refashioned by Sir John Soane in 1800.
• The public house, courtyard bedrooms, and adjoining former house are Grade 2 listed, with period features and charm throughout.
• In accordance with approved planning, the pub/restaurant layout remains attractive with 50 bar/restaurant covers, 3 en suite letting bedrooms, manager’s 2 bedroom apartment, commercial kitchen, WC’s and cellars.
• The restaurant accommodation includes a commercial kitchen, foyer, cellar, WCs, and public bar.
• The property benefits from planning approval to create four self-contained residential units, providing a valuable development opportunity.
• Planning reference: 2024/3854/FULL.
• Total plot extends to approximately 0.34 acres.
• Situated opposite the Grade 1 Mansion housing the US Corporation R.H (Restoration Hardware) European Hub.

Situation
Aynho is a highly regarded and picturesque village on the Oxfordshire–Northamptonshire border, celebrated for its characterful stone architecture and strong sense of community. Ideally positioned on the edge of the Cotswolds, the village offers excellent access to Banbury, Brackley and Oxford, making it a consistently soughtafter rural location.

The wider area is exceptionally well connected. Junction 10 of the M40 is close by, providing swift road links to London, Oxford and the Midlands. Rail services are readily accessible from Bicester North and Bicester Village stations, offering fast and frequent connections to London Marylebone and Oxford.

Aynho also benefits from proximity to several renowned destinations, including Silverstone Formula One Circuit, Blenheim Palace, Soho Farmhouse and Bicester Village. The village is home to the historic Aynhoe Park estate, now the flagship RH England destination, bringing significant prestige alongside highend dining, retail and lifestyle appeal to the area.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are included in the sale.

Services
Mains water, gas and electricity. Mains drainage. None of the services, appliances, or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 26/03/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 26/03/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire Council

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by online auction method however the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Finance your purchase
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Important notices
This property is available for sale by online auction. Interested buyers will need to register in advance and complete an ID verification before being able to place a bid.

There is no charge for registering. Buyers should allow sufficient time to complete this process before the time period expires. Full details can be found on Fisher German’s online auction page

Legal pack
A legal pack and any special conditions will be available on Fisher German’s online auction page and interested parties will need to register before accessing the legal documents. It is the responsibility of a prospective purchaser to make all necessary enquiries prior to the auction.

Conditions of sale
The property will, unless previously withdrawn, be sold subject to common auction conditions and special conditions of each sale may be found in the legal documents section of the Fisher German online auction page. Each purchaser shall be deemed to have notice of each condition and all the terms thereof and to bid on those terms whether they shall have inspected the said conditions or not.

Completion
Completion will take place 20 working days after exchange of contracts, unless otherwise varied and specified in the legal pack.

Fees
The purchase of this property is subject to a combined buyer and admin fee of £7,200 including VAT as stated on the auction listing.

Deposit
The full 10% deposit shall be transferred by the buyer to their solicitor for onward transmission by 12 noon the following working day to the seller’s lawyer. It is therefore essential that you instruct your solicitor ahead of the auction.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – OX17 3BE

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