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Vicarage Lane, Oxford, OX1

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Versatile accommodation with two reception rooms
  • Spacious living room and good-sized kitchen
  • Ground and first floor bathrooms
  • Large first floor balcony with lake views
  • Loft room with potential for conversion (subject to the necessary consents)
  • Gated front garden providing off-road parking
  • Garage and low-maintenance rear garden
  • Requires modernisation throughout
  • No onward chain

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a unique detached 2/3 bedroom home in an enviable position overlooking Hinksey Park lake. Offered to the market for the first time since 1979.

A truly unique detached home, set at the end of a peaceful no-through road on Vicarage Lane, enjoying a stunning outlook over Hinksey Park lake. Offering versatile accommodation and fantastic potential, this rarely available property presents an exciting opportunity for those looking to create a wonderful home in a highly sought-after Oxford location.

The ground floor offers a welcoming entrance hall, a generous kitchen, and an exceptionally spacious living room providing a wonderful main reception space. There is also a further reception room, ideal for use as a home office, study, snug, or third bedroom depending on individual needs. A ground floor bathroom completes the accommodation on this level.

Outside, the property benefits from an enclosed gated front garden, providing valuable off-road parking as well as a garage. To the rear is a low-maintenance garden, offering a private outdoor space that is easy to enjoy and manage.

The first floor provides two further bedrooms, along with a fantastic large balcony overlooking Hinksey Park lake a rare feature offering a beautiful setting to relax and enjoy the surrounding views. There is also a loft room which provides excellent potential for conversion into an additional bedroom or further living space, subject to the necessary consents.

Whilst the property would benefit from modernisation throughout, it offers exceptional potential to create a bespoke home in an enviable waterside position. Offered to the market with no onward chain.

LOCATION

Vicarage Lane is a quiet residential road situated on the western side of Oxford, adjacent to Hinksey Park and its lake. The property is within easy reach of Oxford city centre, which offers a wide range of shopping, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities, including the Westgate Oxford shopping centre. Oxford Railway Station is approximately one mile away and provides regular services to London Paddington and other major destinations. The A34 is also easily accessible, connecting to the M40 and wider motorway network. There are a number of well-regarded schools in the area, along with local shops and everyday amenities nearby. Hinksey Park offers open green space, tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool and children's play areas, while the nearby River Thames and towpaths provide pleasant walking and cycling routes. The location is well suited to those looking for convenient access to Oxford city centre, the railway station and local amenities, whilst benefiting from (truncated)

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS

Strictly by appointment with Penny & Sinclair. Prior to making an appointment to view, Penny & Sinclair strongly recommend that you discuss any particular points which are likely to affect your interest in the property with a member of Penny & Sinclair's staff who has seen the property in order that you do not make a wasted journey.

TENURE & POSSESSION

The property is freehold and offers vacant possession upon completion.

SERVICES

All main services are connected.

LOCAL AUTHORITY & COUNCIL TAX

Oxford City Council, Town Hall, St Aldates Oxford OX1 1BX Telephone

AGENTS NOTE

Penny & Sinclair, their clients and any joint agent gives notice to anyone reading these particulars that: i) the particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract; ii) all descriptions, dimensions, references to the condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statement or representations of fact. Iii) the text, photographs and plans are guidelines only and are not necessarily comprehensive. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that all necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained and Penny & Sinclair have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. A buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Iv) the descriptions provided therein represent the opinion of the author and whilst given in good faith should not be construed as statements (truncated)

COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
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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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Affordability

Monthly repayments£2,758
Property: £ 550,000
Deposit: £ 55,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Penny & Sinclair, Oxford

1-4 The Plain, St Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AS
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An independent residential estate agency headed by directors, James Penny and Oliver Hope. The company prides itself on providing a highly professional service to its clients, whilst being progressive with strong traditional values. They have brought together experienced staff to create a strong team of property professionals, offering a truly personal service.

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