Overthorpe, Oxfordshire
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
5
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- Grade II Listed five-bedroom detached home
- In all approximately 1.18 acres
- Separate detached barn
- Attractive gardens
- Tennis court
- Driveway with electric gates
- Accommodation extending to just under 4,000 sq ft.
- Situated in the popular village of Overthorpe
- Excellent communication links
Description
Ground floor
• Stone House is situated in the popular village of Overthorpe and is Grade II Listed, believed to have been built in the late 17th century of local stone. During their time at the property, the current owners have created a wonderful family home, combining modern living with retained period features including original fireplaces and exposed beams.
• The kitchen/breakfast room has a range of hand built base and eye level units, granite work surfaces, central island, Range Master cooker with induction hob and extractor fan, sink and space for a dishwasher and American fridge/freezer. There is also space for a dining table and French doors out to the garden. Adjoining the kitchen/breakfast room is a study area and utility room with sink, space for appliances and wall and base level units.
• The dining room leads on from the kitchen/breakfast room and has a feature fireplace. A secondary staircase to the first floor can also be found between the kitchen and dining room.
• The double aspect drawing room is spacious and light with a bay window to the garden, original Inglenook fireplace housing an open fire with a grate and stairs up to the first floor.
• A further reception room/snug, also with bay window and a downstairs cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.
• There is also a cellar.
First floor
• The first floor comprises four good sized double bedrooms, all with built-in storage, and two bathrooms.
• Stairs rise from the first floor to the second floor where the principal bedroom can be found with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite shower room.
• There is also access to the useful large eaves storage room from the walk-in wardrobe on the second floor.
Gardens and grounds
• Stone House is approached via electric double gates onto a gravel driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to the house and detached barn.
• The rear gardens are a particular feature of the property and are mainly laid to lawn with floral and shrub borders and a range of mature trees.
• The east?facing garden backs onto farmland and enjoys direct access via a rear gate onto the Jurassic Way footpath, ideal for dog walking. The garden is private, and while it adjoins the Jurassic Way, a section of the land running alongside the path is included within the property’s ownership, as shown on the plan.
• To the side of the property is a further lawn area with vegetable garden and garden shed.
• Stone House also benefits from having a carpet tennis court accessed from the garden.
• The detached stone built, thatched barn has a large double barn storage area to the ground floor along with a workshop. On the first floor there is a spacious ‘party room/cinema room’ with exposed beams which could have a variety of uses including home office, gym, and party barn/games room. Planning permission has been granted to transform one side of the ground-floor barn into a stylish studio with bi-folding doors.
• There is also an orchard with a variety of trees including cooking and eating apples, damson, pear and crab apple.
Situation
Overthorpe is a popular village situated on the borders of South Northamptonshire and North Oxfordshire, in a Conservation Area close to both the market town of Banbury and the thriving village of Middleton Cheney. The property has excellent access to M40 motorway at Junction 11.
There is a regular rail service to London Marylebone from Banbury in approximately 1 hour. The village is well placed for local and independent schools at all levels. Preparatory
schools include Beechborough (about 1 Mile) and Winchester House (Brackley). Public schools nearby include Bloxham, Stowe and Tudor Hall. Other schools include a C of E primary school and Chenderit secondary school, both in Middleton Cheney. Good connection to numerous footpaths – ideal for dog walking.
Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.
Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil-fired central heating.
None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1800 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 29/04/2026). 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 29/04/2026). 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.
Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.
Local Authority
South Northamptonshire Council
Council Tax Band G
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.
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.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.
Directions
Postcode – OX17 2AD
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Brochures
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- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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