Buckland, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7

A charming period home, discreetly positioned in the sought-after village of Buckland

Warneford House is a charming period home, discreetly positioned in the
sought-after village of Buckland. With views over a paddock to the front and
beautifully landscaped Italian style gardens to the rear, it offers an appealing balance between a comfortable family residence and a peaceful retreat.
The property has been thoughtfully renovated to preserve its original character,
with wooden floors, marble fireplaces and period detailing such as reclaimed oak panelling complemented by tasteful modern updates.
A sweeping hallway with wooden floor leads to the elegant sitting room that features a wood-burning stove and deep bay window seating area overlooking the garden. Benefiting from an east–west aspect the room is filled with lovely morning and evening light through its period sash windows. The dining room with its striking vintage copper ceiling panels and large black marble fireplace flows seamlessly into a garden room, creating an inviting space for entertaining. The hand-built kitchen, bespoke-designed and crafted locally using DeVol fittings and includes a generous walk-in larder and french haberdashery counter. Combining traditional craftsmanship with modern practicality the west-facing aspect provides warming light from the afternoon and evening sun. The downstairs rooms are complemented by a ground-floor WC/boot room and cellar. The light-filled garden room enjoys delightful views of the rear garden and leads out through French doors onto a large terrace. From here a period stone staircase provides access to the lawn. Upstairs, a spacious galleried landing leads to four generous double bedrooms, three overlooking the garden, and two bathrooms. High ceilings and abundant
natural light enhance the sense of space throughout.
The mature, terraced gardens are a particular highlight, arranged in a formal
parterre style with a pergola-covered seating area, a pond and an abundance of
secluded seating spots in which to relax. At the far end, a tall wall with large
gothic shaped arches, believed to date back to a 14th-century priory, adds a unique and impressive backdrop and sense of history. The rear terrace captures the last of the day’s sunlight, while a thoughtful selection of predominantly evergreen planting, including yew, cypress and juniper, ensures year-round structure and interest. To the front, a gravel driveway provides ample parking and leads to an attached garage with workshop space.

Buckland is a picturesque and historic village in Oxfordshire, set within the Vale
of the White Horse, approximately four miles northeast of Faringdon and
around 15 miles southwest of Oxford. Surrounded by open countryside, the
village is characterised by its attractive stone cottages, a historic parish church, a
welcoming public house, and a well-regarded primary school, all contributing to
a strong sense of community.
The nearby market town of Faringdon provides a range of everyday amenities,
including shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs, and leisure facilities, while more
extensive services can be found in Oxford and Abingdon.
The area is well served by highly regarded independent schools, making it
particularly appealing for families. Buckland is conveniently located just off the
A420, providing easy access to Oxford, Swindon, the A34, M4 and M40. Didcot
Parkway station, about 15 miles away, offers fast direct services to London
Paddington in around 40 minutes. With beautiful surrounding countryside and
access to routes such as the Ridgeway, Buckland combines rural tranquility with
excellent connectivity.