House For Rent £2,850
A lovely four bedroom cottage in the popular village of Islip
Description
Thought to date back to the 18th century this lovely cottage on the edge of the village has far reaching countryside views. With an added benefit of an a separate detached office with heating and broadband, this home offers great family living and entertaining space over three floors.
The entrance is to the rear of the property and the flag stone entrance hall leads, to the right, a large sitting room with a Clearview wood burning stove, and to the left a large double aspect kitchen diner with French windows leading to a terrace. There is ample built in storage and space for an large dining table. This room retains the original stone flooring and the tasteful yet modern kitchen fits perfectly in with the property and its numerous period features. There is a well-proportioned utility room and a downstairs cloakroom with space for coats and boots.
On the first floor are two double bedrooms, one single bedroom/nursery, under stairs storage/wardrobe space and the main family bathroom.
On the second floor there is a large mezzanine space that could be used as a study, playroom or teenage den as well as a double bedroom with sky lights and a shower room.
Externally, the mature garden is partly laid to lawn with a wide selection of seasonal plants and shrub borders. There are two seating areas for al fresco dining or barbeques and a wood fired pizza oven. At the end of the garden, overlooking an open meadow is a separate home office with under floor heating, phone line and broadband. There is one allocated parking space with further parking available on the road.
Services
Mains gas fired boiler, mains electricity, water and drainage.
Location
Lying in a conservation area renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, the ancient village of Islip is situated on the River Ray, a tributary of the River Cherwell, about seven miles north of Oxford.
There is good access to the M40 junction 9 in about 4 miles, regular buses to Oxford are at commuter times, and of particular note is the village station with direct trains to Oxford, Bicester and London Marylebone (51 minutes). Oxford Parkway is just 3.5 miles away for more frequent services.
The village has a well regarded primary school, Village Hall, a Norman church, recently refurbished public house, a health centre and a thriving community shop.
For sporting enthusiasts, village clubs include cricket and football teams. The village is on the Oxfordshire Way and there are lovely walks to be enjoyed along the nearby footpaths and bridleways.
The city of Oxford offers a comprehensive selection of shops, leisure and educational facilities, including a number of excellent preparatory and senior independent schools, including Magdalen College School, Oxford High School, Headington, St Edwards, Summerfields and The Dragon School.
Square Footage: 2,187 sq ft
Additional Info
Holding Deposit: £657.69 (1 week)
Deposit Payable: £3,288.46 (5 weeks)
Minimum Term: 12 months
Rent must be paid monthly in advance
Description
Thought to date back to the 18th century this lovely cottage on the edge of the village has far reaching countryside views. With an added benefit of an a separate detached office with heating and broadband, this home offers great family living and entertaining space over three floors.
The entrance is to the rear of the property and the flag stone entrance hall leads, to the right, a large sitting room with a Clearview wood burning stove, and to the left a large double aspect kitchen diner with French windows leading to a terrace. There is ample built in storage and space for an large dining table. This room retains the original stone flooring and the tasteful yet modern kitchen fits perfectly in with the property and its numerous period features. There is a well-proportioned utility room and a downstairs cloakroom with space for coats and boots.
On the first floor are two double bedrooms, one single bedroom/nursery, under stairs storage/wardrobe space and the main family bathroom.
On the second floor there is a large mezzanine space that could be used as a study, playroom or teenage den as well as a double bedroom with sky lights and a shower room.
Externally, the mature garden is partly laid to lawn with a wide selection of seasonal plants and shrub borders. There are two seating areas for al fresco dining or barbeques and a wood fired pizza oven. At the end of the garden, overlooking an open meadow is a separate home office with under floor heating, phone line and broadband. There is one allocated parking space with further parking available on the road.
Services
Mains gas fired boiler, mains electricity, water and drainage.
Location
Lying in a conservation area renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, the ancient village of Islip is situated on the River Ray, a tributary of the River Cherwell, about seven miles north of Oxford.
There is good access to the M40 junction 9 in about 4 miles, regular buses to Oxford are at commuter times, and of particular note is the village station with direct trains to Oxford, Bicester and London Marylebone (51 minutes). Oxford Parkway is just 3.5 miles away for more frequent services.
The village has a well regarded primary school, Village Hall, a Norman church, recently refurbished public house, a health centre and a thriving community shop.
For sporting enthusiasts, village clubs include cricket and football teams. The village is on the Oxfordshire Way and there are lovely walks to be enjoyed along the nearby footpaths and bridleways.
The city of Oxford offers a comprehensive selection of shops, leisure and educational facilities, including a number of excellent preparatory and senior independent schools, including Magdalen College School, Oxford High School, Headington, St Edwards, Summerfields and The Dragon School.
Square Footage: 2,187 sq ft
Additional Info
Holding Deposit: £657.69 (1 week)
Deposit Payable: £3,288.46 (5 weeks)
Minimum Term: 12 months
Rent must be paid monthly in advance
