Fritwell, Oxfordshire, OX27

Goose Farm is a beautifully composed country house offering an exceptional balance of privacy, lifestyle and connectivity. Set on the edge of the village beside the church, the property enjoys uninterrupted views across open countryside while remaining highly accessible, with direct rail services to London Marylebone from nearby Bicester in approximately 45 minutes.

The location is particularly well placed, with Soho Farmhouse within 15 minutes, alongside RH England at Aynho Park, Bicester Village and Daylesford. The area is also renowned for its schooling, with Winchester House, Tudor Hall and Stowe within a 20-minute drive and Oxford’s leading preparatory and senior schools within easy reach.

Originally converted in 2006 and thoughtfully enhanced by the current owners, the house has been designed to maximise natural light and flow. The principal rooms are arranged around a beautifully landscaped courtyard garden, creating a seamless relationship between the interior and exterior spaces, and providing an ideal setting for both everyday family life and larger-scale entertaining. The courtyard was designed by the noted garden designer Louise Bowman-Shaw.

The east wing forms the heart of the home, centred around a generous family kitchen, complemented by an impressive drawing room and a separate family or games room.

The main house provides five well-proportioned bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms, many with built-in storage and direct access to the courtyard.

Beyond the principal accommodation, Goose Farm offers a rare level of versatility. A substantial stone barn has been converted into a striking party and leisure space, an office and a studio, well suited to entertaining on a significant scale. Adjoining this is a fully self-contained two-bedroom cottage, providing excellent flexibility for guest accommodation, staff or potential income generation.

The gardens and grounds are a defining feature of the property, extending to approximately 13 acres. These include paddocks, woodland and established wildflower meadows, creating a varied and attractive landscape throughout the seasons. To the east lies a picturesque lake with an island and a charming boathouse, providing a peaceful focal point within the grounds.

The formal courtyard garden has been designed for year-round interest, with mature planting, structured borders and a series of connecting walkways. At its far end, the swimming pool area offers a private, sheltered setting for relaxation, with ample seating and space for entertaining. A separate walled vegetable garden, enclosed by traditional drystone walling, provides productive growing space and an Alitex greenhouse.

Further outbuildings include a triple carport with storage above, original stables and a rebuilt cart shed with ample space for conversion to further stabling.

The boundary edge of the land is entered into an environmental stewardship scheme, generating a meaningful income stream while supporting long-term ecological management through wildflower meadows and woodland, adding an additional dimension to the property’s appeal.

The entire property is heated via sustainable ground source heat pumps that benefit from the renewable heat incentive scheme, covering the costs of electricity.

Fritwell is a highly sought-after conservation village, ideally located for easy access to Oxford, as well as the bustling market towns of Banbury and Bicester. The village features a mix of well-preserved 17th-century stone houses and cottages, as well as more recent developments. The village benefits from a notable church, a local butcher and general store combined, and a well-regarded primary school, all of which contribute to the vibrant community atmosphere and the convenience of village life.

Bicester, just 7.5 miles away, offers an extensive range of shops and facilities, including Europe’s largest factory outlet, Bicester Village. Additional shopping options are available in the nearby towns of Banbury, Oxford, Woodstock and Chipping Norton.

Daylesford Organic Shop & Spa is just 22 miles away, while the renowned Soho Farmhouse is only 9 miles from the village. RH England at Aynho Park, which is less than 3 miles away, offers a fusion of design, hospitality, and heritage, marking Restoration Hardware’s first international venture outside North America.

Communications are excellent, with easy access to London, just 70 miles away. The M40 (J10) is only 2.4 miles from the village, while Bicester North Railway Station, located 7 miles away, offers a direct
service to London Marylebone with a journey time of approximately 45 minutes.

Birmingham Airport is 52 miles away, Heathrow is 56 miles, and Oxford Airport is just 13 miles, providing convenient travel options for both domestic and international connections.

Fritwell is perfectly situated for the top Oxford Schools; Preparatory schools include The Dragon, Summer Fields, Cothill, Winchester House and Chandlings Manor. Secondary schools include Oxford High, Headington, St Edwards and Magdalen College. Also within easy reach are Radley, Abingdon, Tudor Hall, Stowe, Bloxham School, Cheltenham Ladies’ College and Cheltenham College.

The area offers a wealth of sporting activities, including world-class racing at Cheltenham and Stratford-upon-Avon, as well as polo at Kirtlington and Cirencester Park. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy courses at Tadmarton, The Oxfordshire, Heythrop Park, Burford, and Studley Wood. Additionally, motor racing at Silverstone is within easy reach.